A MAN has been charged with murder, rape and arson after a woman was found dead in a house in Derry. PSNI officers were called to reports of a fire at a house in the Harvey Street area of the city in the early hours of Saturday, August 24. When they arrived, they found a woman’s body at the property which they have since identified as 65-year-old Montserrat Martorell … [Read more...] about Man charged with murder, rape and arson after woman found dead in Derry
Man charged with murder, rape and arson after woman found dead in Derry
The US Presidential race — when a marathon turns into a sprint
DANIEL MULHALL former Irish Ambassador who served in Washington DC from 2017-2022, and in London from 2013-2017 gives the current state of play in the race to the White House A MARATHON and a sprint both involve running, but they require very different qualities. The campaign for the US Presidency is the ultimate political marathon. When I was Ambassador in Washington, I … [Read more...] about The US Presidential race — when a marathon turns into a sprint
New legislation makes it a crime to steal pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland
A NEW law has come into effect which makes it a crime to abduct pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland. The Pet Abduction Act 2024 carries prison sentences and fines for those convicted of stealing pets from their owners. Applicable in Northern Ireland and England, the legislation came into effect on August 24. “I appreciate how important dogs and cats are to their owners in … [Read more...] about New legislation makes it a crime to steal pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland
Witness appeal after pensioner left in serious condition following collision on Irish road
GARDAÍ have appealed for witnesses after a woman was left in a serious condition following a collision in Co. Donegal. Two vehicles were involved in the collision on the N56 in Inver, which occurred at around 9am on Sunday, August 25. Following the incident a woman, aged in her 80s, was taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment of her injuries which Gardaí have confirmed … [Read more...] about Witness appeal after pensioner left in serious condition following collision on Irish road
Bubble wall, mood lighting and calming music feature as new sensory room unveiled at Dublin Airport
A NEW sensory room has been unveiled at Dublin Airport in a “milestone" moment in its commitment to creating an “inclusive” experience for all passengers. Located in Terminal 1, the new room features relaxing music, mood lighting and a bubble wall, as well as bean bags, digital display panels, textured flooring, and memory and motor skill games. It is aimed at providing an … [Read more...] about Bubble wall, mood lighting and calming music feature as new sensory room unveiled at Dublin Airport