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Politicians condemn anti-PSNI posters in Co. Armagh

Politicians condemn anti-PSNI posters in Co. Armagh

February 19, 2025 by

POLITICIANS have condemned anti-PSNI posters that have appeared in Co. Armagh. The posters, which are mocked up to appear like a PSNI recruitment advertisement, were pasted up around the KIlwilke area of Lurgan. A group that has claimed responsibility for the posters said they were not designed to intimidate but were intended to show that there is little difference between the … [Read more...] about Politicians condemn anti-PSNI posters in Co. Armagh

Sinn Féin MLA praises ‘unwavering strength’ of Bloody Sunday families with Soldier F trial expected in September

February 19, 2025 by

A SINN FEÍN MLA has welcomed the news that the trial of Soldier F is due to start in September, saying it is a testament to the 'unwavering strength' of the victims' families. During a hearing at Belfast Crown Court on Tuesday, a judge listed the trial for September, with an exact date to be decided at a future hearing. Soldier F is accused of murdering James Wray and William … [Read more...] about Sinn Féin MLA praises ‘unwavering strength’ of Bloody Sunday families with Soldier F trial expected in September

Leading London tech firm expands into Northern Ireland

February 18, 2025 by

A LONDON-BASED tech firm which produces anti-financial crime software is expanding into Northern Ireland. Napier AI is set to establish a new office in Belfast, which will create over 100 jobs. Announcing the expansion, Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald said it was a “vote of confidence” in the region. “Napier’s decision to establish a base in the North is a … [Read more...] about Leading London tech firm expands into Northern Ireland

Funeral details confirmed following death of former TD Dan Wallace

February 18, 2025 by

FUNERAL details have been confirmed following the death of former TD and Lord Mayor of Cork, Dan Wallace on February 17. The father-of-five, who was a grandfather of 16 and had one great-grandchild, will be laid to rest in his native Cork on Thursday, February 20. Mr Wallace was the Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North Central for over 25 years. He served as the Lord Mayor of Cork … [Read more...] about Funeral details confirmed following death of former TD Dan Wallace

City-wide treasure hunt will kick off St Patrick’s festivities in Dublin

February 18, 2025 by

A CITY-WIDE treasure hunt will kick off the St Partick’s Day festivities in Dublin next month. Dublin City Council has confirmed the return of the event, which has not taken place in the capital for a number of years. “What a great way to kick off the St Patrick’s Festival Weekend, with a Treasure Hunt,” Emma Blain, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, said. “This is something that … [Read more...] about City-wide treasure hunt will kick off St Patrick’s festivities in Dublin

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December 15, 1930

Edna O’Brien, Irish novelist and short story writer, was born on this day in County Clare in 1930. Born to strictly religious parents, O’Brien described her childhood as suffocating. She was educated from 1941 to 1946 by the Sisters of Mercy. She then went on to receive a license in pharmacy in 1950. O’Brien turned to writing and published “The County Girls” in 1960. It was the first in a trilogy that was banned from Ireland. In 2009, she received the Bob Hughes Lifetime Achievement Award at the Irish Book Awards in Dublin.

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