SOME 298 people were arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving in December in Northern Ireland police figures reveal. Data released by the PSNI show hundred of drivers “ignored the warnings” over the festive period and got behind the wheel while under the influence of drink or drugs. The preliminary figures, collated for arrests made between December 1, 2024 and January 1, … [Read more...] about ‘Horrifying’ figures show 298 people arrested for drink or drug driving in one month
‘Horrifying’ figures show 298 people arrested for drink or drug driving in one month
Armed robber caught red-handed after targeting store with two plain-clothed gardaí inside
AN armed robber was arrested after targeting a store which had two plain-clothed gardaí inside. The man attempted to rob a retail premises on Military Road in Dublin 8 at around 6.55pm last night (January 22). The incident happened on Military Road in Dublin He did not realise that two members of the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI), a male and a female, … [Read more...] about Armed robber caught red-handed after targeting store with two plain-clothed gardaí inside
TIME FLIES: Celebrations mark 85 years since Dublin Airport opened
A SPECIAL celebration took place this week to mark 85 years since the first flight took off from what is now known as Dublin Airport. Current and former airport staff, airline workers and aviation enthusiasts gathered in Dublin Airport's original Old Central Terminal Building to celebrate the anniversary. The first commercial flight departed Dublin Airport's single grass runway … [Read more...] about TIME FLIES: Celebrations mark 85 years since Dublin Airport opened
‘History made’ as Ireland celebrates first graduate of military medicine
A MILESTONE has been achieved in the Irish Defence Forces this week as a senior medical officer became the nation’s first graduate of military medicine. “History was made this week as Ireland celebrates the first ever graduate of the Higher Specialist Training scheme in Military Medicine, Commandant (Dr) Fiachra Lambe,” a spokesperson for the Defence Forces said. “This … [Read more...] about ‘History made’ as Ireland celebrates first graduate of military medicine
Light boxes placed in Irish libraries to help combat winter blues
A COUNCIL in Ireland has rolled out a scheme placing vitamin L light boxes in libraries to help the public overcome the winter blues. Dublin City Council confirmed this week that the initiative would apply to all of its libraries. “Bright light is said to lift your mood, boost alertness and help you feel more energised,” they explained. “Using a light box every day over the … [Read more...] about Light boxes placed in Irish libraries to help combat winter blues