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Northern Ireland News for August 2008 : Page 2
UK National News, Aug 28, 2008
National Galleries Fund Raising Appeal For Titan Works
Two national art galleries are uniting in the hope of raising the funds needed to ensure two Renaissance art pieces remain in Britain. The National Galleries of Scotland and the National Gallery in L...
National Galleries Fund Raising Appeal For Titan Works
Two national art galleries are uniting in the hope of raising the funds needed to ensure two Renaissance art pieces remain in Britain. The National Galleries of Scotland and the National Gallery in L...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 28, 2008
'Scaled Down' John Lewis Sprucefield Plans To Be Sumitted
Revised planning proposals for a £200 million John Lewis store in Northern Ireland are to be unveiled today. The fresh plans come amid strong opposition to the Sprucefield site from local commerce g...
'Scaled Down' John Lewis Sprucefield Plans To Be Sumitted
Revised planning proposals for a £200 million John Lewis store in Northern Ireland are to be unveiled today. The fresh plans come amid strong opposition to the Sprucefield site from local commerce g...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 28, 2008
Belfast Man's Slight Of Hand Secures Irish Gold
Ireland may have finished 63rd in the Beijing Olympics, just under Bahrain and Estonia, and slightly ahead of Kyrgyzstan, but the nation can hold its head high, finishing first in the world Rock/Pape...
Belfast Man's Slight Of Hand Secures Irish Gold
Ireland may have finished 63rd in the Beijing Olympics, just under Bahrain and Estonia, and slightly ahead of Kyrgyzstan, but the nation can hold its head high, finishing first in the world Rock/Pape...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 28, 2008
NI Cancer Treatment Figures Look Positive
All NI breast cancer patients needing an urgent consultation with a specialist were seen within two weeks of referral by their GP. New figures from the Department of Health, Social Services and Publi...
NI Cancer Treatment Figures Look Positive
All NI breast cancer patients needing an urgent consultation with a specialist were seen within two weeks of referral by their GP. New figures from the Department of Health, Social Services and Publi...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 28, 2008
NI Developer Cuts House Prices By 40%
A Northern Ireland building firm has slashed its house prices by almost 40%, in a fresh bid to inject life into the ailing property market. Fraser Homes has trimmed £90,000 off the price of its semi...
NI Developer Cuts House Prices By 40%
A Northern Ireland building firm has slashed its house prices by almost 40%, in a fresh bid to inject life into the ailing property market. Fraser Homes has trimmed £90,000 off the price of its semi...
UK National News, Aug 28, 2008
Strictly Come Dancing Returns
BBC One puts the sparkle back into the weekend as Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly return to our screens on Saturday September 20, for the fabulous sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing. Last year over 12...
Strictly Come Dancing Returns
BBC One puts the sparkle back into the weekend as Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly return to our screens on Saturday September 20, for the fabulous sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing. Last year over 12...
Recruitment News, Aug 28, 2008
Increased Demand For Irish Hospitality Jobs
The number of Irish people applying for jobs in the domestic hospitality trade has rocketed, according to a new report. Highly sought after work in the restaurant and pub trade has been attributed t...
Increased Demand For Irish Hospitality Jobs
The number of Irish people applying for jobs in the domestic hospitality trade has rocketed, according to a new report. Highly sought after work in the restaurant and pub trade has been attributed t...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 28, 2008
Carrick Sea Death 'Not Suspicious'
The police are treating the circumstances surrounding a woman's death in the sea off Co Antrim this morning as "not suspicious" and are now close to an identification of the victim. A spokesman said ...
Carrick Sea Death 'Not Suspicious'
The police are treating the circumstances surrounding a woman's death in the sea off Co Antrim this morning as "not suspicious" and are now close to an identification of the victim. A spokesman said ...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
Newborn's Body Found At Recycling Plant
The body of a newborn baby has been found at a recycling centre in Cambridgeshire. A worker at the council-owned plant in Fourth Drove in the Fengate area of Peterborough, made the grim discovery of ...
Newborn's Body Found At Recycling Plant
The body of a newborn baby has been found at a recycling centre in Cambridgeshire. A worker at the council-owned plant in Fourth Drove in the Fengate area of Peterborough, made the grim discovery of ...
Recruitment News, Aug 27, 2008
£100m St Anne's Square 'Well Advanced'
Hundreds of much needed construction jobs have been realised during work on one of Belfast's latest property developments - with hundreds of permanent posts created when completed. The work is well a...
£100m St Anne's Square 'Well Advanced'
Hundreds of much needed construction jobs have been realised during work on one of Belfast's latest property developments - with hundreds of permanent posts created when completed. The work is well a...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
Devout Musllim Convicted Of Child Cruelty
A man described as a devout Muslim has been found guilty of child cruelty after coercing two young boys to beat themselves during a religious ceremony. Syed Mustafa, 44, was found guilty of two count...
Devout Musllim Convicted Of Child Cruelty
A man described as a devout Muslim has been found guilty of child cruelty after coercing two young boys to beat themselves during a religious ceremony. Syed Mustafa, 44, was found guilty of two count...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Charges After Patients Flee Hospital 'Gunman'
A court has been told that a Londonderry 'gunman' was drunk - and had not intended to use violence - when he sparked a major security alert that led to the A&E Department of Altnagelvin Hospital being...
Charges After Patients Flee Hospital 'Gunman'
A court has been told that a Londonderry 'gunman' was drunk - and had not intended to use violence - when he sparked a major security alert that led to the A&E Department of Altnagelvin Hospital being...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
British Tourist Dies In Siberia Fall
A British tourist has fallen to her death while hiking in Siberia. Thirty-year-old Joanna Brown, was trekking in the Irkutsk area when she fell, the Foreign Office said. A spokesman said: "A British...
British Tourist Dies In Siberia Fall
A British tourist has fallen to her death while hiking in Siberia. Thirty-year-old Joanna Brown, was trekking in the Irkutsk area when she fell, the Foreign Office said. A spokesman said: "A British...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
Family Missing As Arson Probe Begins
West Mercia Police are searching for members of a Shropshire family who are this morning listed as 'missing' after a suspected arson attack on their home. Christopher Foster, his wife Jillian and tee...
Family Missing As Arson Probe Begins
West Mercia Police are searching for members of a Shropshire family who are this morning listed as 'missing' after a suspected arson attack on their home. Christopher Foster, his wife Jillian and tee...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Policing Survey Reveals 'Yob' Activity Biggest Problem
After thousands of households across Northern Ireland were surveyed on their attitudes to policing, the NI Policing Board has now published the results of the research. The 2008 District Policing Par...
Policing Survey Reveals 'Yob' Activity Biggest Problem
After thousands of households across Northern Ireland were surveyed on their attitudes to policing, the NI Policing Board has now published the results of the research. The 2008 District Policing Par...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
NHS Patients To Get Sight-Saving Drug
Patients in England suffering from a crippling medical condition, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are now to get access to a potentailly sight-saving drug. New guidance, which applies to Engla...
NHS Patients To Get Sight-Saving Drug
Patients in England suffering from a crippling medical condition, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are now to get access to a potentailly sight-saving drug. New guidance, which applies to Engla...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
British Transport Police Investigate Train Vandalism
British Transport Police (BTP) are appealing for witnesses after a train hit a shopping trolley which had been thrown onto the railway line in Nottinghamshire. The incident happened close to a bridge...
British Transport Police Investigate Train Vandalism
British Transport Police (BTP) are appealing for witnesses after a train hit a shopping trolley which had been thrown onto the railway line in Nottinghamshire. The incident happened close to a bridge...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
Fresh Bluetongue Cases Reported
Two more cases of animal disease bluetongue - which mostly affects sheep (pictured) - have been detected in imported rams, the Department for Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has said. It is understood...
Fresh Bluetongue Cases Reported
Two more cases of animal disease bluetongue - which mostly affects sheep (pictured) - have been detected in imported rams, the Department for Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has said. It is understood...
Recruitment News, Aug 27, 2008
160 Restaurant Jobs For Belfast
An international restaurant firm has announced 160 new Northern Ireland jobs, based in Belfast's Victoria Square shopping complex. The jobs will span over two restaurants. Brinker International ope...
160 Restaurant Jobs For Belfast
An international restaurant firm has announced 160 new Northern Ireland jobs, based in Belfast's Victoria Square shopping complex. The jobs will span over two restaurants. Brinker International ope...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Other NI News In Brief
Ethnic Food Brings Jobs To Victoria Centre Belfast's popular Victoria Square shopping centre (interior, pictured) is to open two new restaurant outlets, with a total of 160 new jobs being created. Br...
Other NI News In Brief
Ethnic Food Brings Jobs To Victoria Centre Belfast's popular Victoria Square shopping centre (interior, pictured) is to open two new restaurant outlets, with a total of 160 new jobs being created. Br...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Minister Ritchie Adds 'Personal Touch' to Omagh Visit
A pilot scheme to provide an emergency alarm system for people in social housing facilities has resulted in a 'hands-on' approach by an Executive Minister. An Omagh resident warmly welcomed the Depar...
Minister Ritchie Adds 'Personal Touch' to Omagh Visit
A pilot scheme to provide an emergency alarm system for people in social housing facilities has resulted in a 'hands-on' approach by an Executive Minister. An Omagh resident warmly welcomed the Depar...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
Brothers Jailed For 'Sickening' Murder Over Necklace
A brutal killing which followed a drug and alcohol-fuelled night out for three friends has been recalled in court. A row broke out and one man in the group accused another of stealing his gold neckla...
Brothers Jailed For 'Sickening' Murder Over Necklace
A brutal killing which followed a drug and alcohol-fuelled night out for three friends has been recalled in court. A row broke out and one man in the group accused another of stealing his gold neckla...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Flowers And Food For Botanic
There'll be flowers and food on offer at Belfast's Botanic Gardens next month as the seventh annual 'Garden Gourmet' extravaganza takes place. Over a packed weekend in September, special guest celebr...
Flowers And Food For Botanic
There'll be flowers and food on offer at Belfast's Botanic Gardens next month as the seventh annual 'Garden Gourmet' extravaganza takes place. Over a packed weekend in September, special guest celebr...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
RSPCA Launches Investigation After Brutal Cat Death
The RSPCA has launched an investigation after a vicious attack on a pet cat left it with horrific injuries, resulting in its death. The ginger Burmese called Miro was found crawling around by a membe...
RSPCA Launches Investigation After Brutal Cat Death
The RSPCA has launched an investigation after a vicious attack on a pet cat left it with horrific injuries, resulting in its death. The ginger Burmese called Miro was found crawling around by a membe...
UK National News, Aug 27, 2008
Massive Profit Slump For Taylor Wimpey
Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey has reported that its first-half underlying profits have slumped 96% to £4.3 million, compared to £119.8 million in the same period last year. The London-based company said...
Massive Profit Slump For Taylor Wimpey
Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey has reported that its first-half underlying profits have slumped 96% to £4.3 million, compared to £119.8 million in the same period last year. The London-based company said...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
National Trust Calls For Causeway Cash
The previously controversial re-development of Northern Ireland's premier tourist attraction, the Giant's Causeway, has moved to a new stage. Owners, the National Trust yesterday launched an appeal f...
National Trust Calls For Causeway Cash
The previously controversial re-development of Northern Ireland's premier tourist attraction, the Giant's Causeway, has moved to a new stage. Owners, the National Trust yesterday launched an appeal f...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Craigavon Violence Escalates
The price for speaking out against violence on the streets has been highlighted with an attack on an SDLP Assembly Member. Stones were thrown at Dolores Kelly after she spoke out against the violence...
Craigavon Violence Escalates
The price for speaking out against violence on the streets has been highlighted with an attack on an SDLP Assembly Member. Stones were thrown at Dolores Kelly after she spoke out against the violence...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
£100m St Anne's Square 'Well Advanced'
Hundreds of much needed construction jobs have been realised during work on one of Belfast's latest property developments - with hundreds of permanent posts created once finished. The work is already...
£100m St Anne's Square 'Well Advanced'
Hundreds of much needed construction jobs have been realised during work on one of Belfast's latest property developments - with hundreds of permanent posts created once finished. The work is already...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Ulster's Leading Role In Cutting Household Carbon Footprint
The University of Ulster (UU) is taking a pivotal role in a £2 million project studying the acceptability of measures which would enable householders to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills....
Ulster's Leading Role In Cutting Household Carbon Footprint
The University of Ulster (UU) is taking a pivotal role in a £2 million project studying the acceptability of measures which would enable householders to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills....
Northern Ireland News, Aug 27, 2008
Ritchie Views 'Vision' For Omagh
Draft proposals for the future of Omagh were discussed this week as the NI Social Development Minister, Margaret Ritchie, visited Omagh District Council's offices yesterday to hear - and see - details...
Ritchie Views 'Vision' For Omagh
Draft proposals for the future of Omagh were discussed this week as the NI Social Development Minister, Margaret Ritchie, visited Omagh District Council's offices yesterday to hear - and see - details...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Dry with clear skies this evening. Patchy cloud will increase at times overnight, but some clear spells too. Light winds and some patchy shallow mist or fog towards dawn. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
