Northern Ireland News for May 2017 : Page 2

Business News, May 25, 2017
New 'Non-Invasive Lipofirm' Pro Treatment Launches
Exclusive to Central Hair Studio in Newcastle Co Down, was the official launch of Central Beauty, which is offering the most advanced solutions available for non-invasive face and body sculpting, fat ...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Boy Critical After Coming Into Contact With Unknown Substance
A young boy is in a critical condition in hospital after he came in contact with an unknown substance at a site in west Belfast. The incident happened at a bonfire site in Glenwood Street, just off ...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge To Re-Open
Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge in Co Antrim is to reopen on Thursday, 25 May. The bridge was closed after vandals attempted to cut through its ropes. On Wednesday, the National Trust said the bridge was...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Memorial To Soldiers Vandalised In Warrenpoint
A memorial to soldiers killed by the IRA has been vandalised in Warrenpoint, Co Down. 18 soldiers were murdered by two IRA bombs on 27 August 1979. Floral tributes commemorating the Narrow Water mas...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Police Appeal For Missing Teenage Girl
The PSNI have launched an appeal to trace a missing 14-year-old girl. Sarah Long was last seen on Tuesday, 23 May. A police spokesperson said: "If you know where she is, or think you can assist in a...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Platform At Train Station In Belfast Vandalised
NI Railways were forced to close one of its platforms following an overnight burglary. Windows were smashed and damage was caused to doors at Yorkgate train station in Belfast. A PSNI spokesperson s...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Police Chase Car Driving Over 100mph In North Belfast
Police have chased a car driving over 100mph in north Belfast. Officers received reports of cars being driven dangerously at Marrowbone Millennium Park on the Oldpark Road on Wednesday, 24 May. A PS...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Department Publishes RHI Payments List
A full list of firms receiving support payments under the botched Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme has been published. The Department for the Economy published the list on Wednesday, 24 May. It...
Northern Ireland News, May 25, 2017
Other News In Brief
Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A woman has been convicted for claiming benefits she was not entitled to at Ballymena Magistrates Court. Keely Lynn claimed Income Support totalling £2,301 wh...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
PSNI To Lose Over 230 Officers
The PSNI is to lose 238 officers over the next two years due to budget cuts, according to Chief Constable George Hamilton. The service is facing a £20million cut in funds this year which is the equiv...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge Closed For 'Forseeable Future'
Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge in Ballycastle has been closed for the "foreseeable future" following an overnight vandalism incident. During a routine safety check it was identified that the bridge was d...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Increased Police Presence In NI Following Manchester Attack
There will be an increased police presence in Northern Ireland following the terror attack in Manchester, PSNI Chief Constable George Hamilton has confirmed. However, he said that the military deploy...
Business News, May 24, 2017
Invest NI Announces Explore Export 2017 Event
Invest NI have announced Explore Export 2017, described as a unique opportunity for businesses to take advantage of the collective insight and knowledge of highly experienced international trade speci...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Book Of Condolence For Manchester Victims Opens At Belfast City Hall
A book of condolence has opened at the Belfast City Hall following a bomb attack in Manchester. The attack at the Manchester Arena claimed the lives of 22 people and injured over 100. Deputy Lord Ma...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Retailers Warned Over Money Changing Scams
The PSNI have issued a warning to retailers to be aware following recent money changing scams in Northern Ireland. It is understood that the exchange often takes place when a number of people enter a...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Masked Men Attack House In Co Down With Baby Inside
Masked men have attacked a house in Co Down while an 11-month-old baby was inside. The suspects, who were wearing balaclavas, smashed windows at the front and back of the property in the Bloomfield C...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Third Teen Arrested Over Girl's Death
A third teenager has been arrested following the sudden death of a 15-year-old girl in Portadown. Caitlin White died in hospital after she fell unconscious in the Corcrain area on Saturday, 20 May. ...
Northern Ireland News, May 24, 2017
Other News In Brief
Five People Convicted Of Benefit Fraud Five people have been convicted for claiming benefits they were not entitled to at Belfast Magistrates' Court . Shirley Holmes claimed Employment and S...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Extra Security Measures To Be Taken At SSE Arena
SSE Arena in Belfast has confirmed it is stepping up security following the attack in Manchester, 22 people were killed and 59 were injured at Manchester Arena on Monday, 22 May. General Manager of ...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
NI Political Leaders Express Sympathy After Bomb Attack In Manchester
Northern Ireland political parties have expressed shock and sympathy following a bomb attack in Manchester. Twenty-two people were killed and 59 were injured in the suspected suicide bombing at Manch...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Man Injured In East Belfast Collision
A man has been injured in a two-car collision in east Belfast. The crash happened on the Upper Newtownards Road just before 10.30am on Tuesday, 23 May. The man has been taken to hospital to be treat...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Hillsborough Oyster Festival Cancelled
The Hillsborough Oyster Festival will not be taking place this year due to rising costs and changes in funding agreements. 2017 would have marked the 25th Anniversary of the festival which over the y...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Two Teens Arrested In Connection With Girl's Death
Two teenagers have been arrested after a 15-year-old girl died in Portadown on Saturday, 20 May. The girl, who has been named locally as Caitlin White, died after falling unconscious in the Corcain a...
Business News, May 23, 2017
Council Launches 'Go Social' Programme
Belfast City Council's first ever Social Souk is to be held at St George's Market on Wednesday 31 May, as part of their 'Go Social' Programme. The event is designed to help those interested in settin...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
PSNI Use Drones To Combat Wildlife Crime
The PSNI are using drones to help prevent and combat wildlife crime. Police used drones to monitor 'hot-spot' areas where crimes against birds of prey are occurring. Emma Meredith, PSNI Wildlife Lia...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Police Ombudsman's Office Scoops Prestigious Award
The Police Ombudsman's Office has achieved a prestigious award which recognises the organisation's commitment to high performance through good people management. The office scooped the silver accredi...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Residents Advised To Close Windows And Doors After Fire In Newtownards
Residents are being advised to keep their windows and doors closed after a blaze broke out at the Castlebawn site on the Portaferry Road, Newtownards. One fire in the area was put out on Monday, howe...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Other News In Brief
Work Complete On Redevelopment Project In Co Tyrone Work has been completed on a redevelopment project in Donaghmore, Co Tyrone. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive invested almost £18,90...
Northern Ireland News, May 23, 2017
Sinn Fein Launches Election Manifesto
Sinn Féin has launched its Westminster election manifesto at a ceremony in Dungannon. Leader in the North, Michelle O'Neill, said it is an opportunity to tell both the Tories and the DUP that the par...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2017
Investigation Launched After Teen Dies Suddenly In Portadown
Police have launched an investigation following the sudden death of a 15-year-old girl. Officers received reports that the teenager was unconscious in the Corcain area of Portadown on Saturday, 20 Ma...