THERE was euphoria in Co. Armagh yesterday after the Orchardmen claimed a second All-Ireland SFC title with victory over Galway at Croke Park. Manager Kieran McGeeney sparked wild celebrations at Headquarters as he led his side to the Sam Maguire, replicating his success as captain in 2002. As the county celebrated a 22-year wait for the trophy, even some PSNI officers appeared … [Read more...] about Unionist politicians not happy as PSNI officers appear to join in Armagh All-Ireland celebrations
Unionist politicians not happy as PSNI officers appear to join in Armagh All-Ireland celebrations
Irish wax museum to replace ‘hideous’ Sinéad O’Connor figure after backlash
An IRISH museum has withdrawn a wax figure of Sinéad O'Connor after just one day following a backlash from fans. The National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin unveiled the new attraction on Thursday, describing it as a 'stunning figure'. However, just 24 hours later, it withdrew the exhibit, acknowledging that the figure 'did not meet our high standards'. Among those critical of the … [Read more...] about Irish wax museum to replace ‘hideous’ Sinéad O’Connor figure after backlash
Body recovered in search for boy reported missing from Cliffs of Moher
THE SEARCH for a boy who went missing from the Cliffs of Moher on Tuesday has been stood down after a body was found off the coast of Co. Clare today. A multi-agency search operation has been ongoing this week involving the Coast Guard, the RNLI, gardaí and local search teams. This morning, a fishing vessel reported sighting a body at sea between Doolin and the Aran Islands to … [Read more...] about Body recovered in search for boy reported missing from Cliffs of Moher
Appeal for information on whereabouts of 17-year-old girl missing from Co. Meath
GARDAÍ have appealed to the public for information on the whereabouts of a 17-year-old girl missing from Co. Meath. Alice O'Keefe has been missing from her home in Julianstown since approximately 10.30pm on Thursday, July 25. She is described as being 5' 7" in height, with a slim build, brown hair and green eyes. When last seen, Alice was wearing black trousers and a black … [Read more...] about Appeal for information on whereabouts of 17-year-old girl missing from Co. Meath
Arrest after suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms seized in Belfast
A MAN has been arrested after police seized thousands of pounds worth of suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms during a search of a property in Belfast. Other weapons and high-value luxury goods were also seized during Saturday's search at the house in the Short Strand area in the east of the city. A spokesperson for the PSNI said the operation was linked to an ongoing … [Read more...] about Arrest after suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms seized in Belfast