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23/04/2019
Woman Arrested Over Lyra McKee Murder
A 57-year-old woman has been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Lyra McKee.
The journalist, aged 29, was shot dead during a night of rioting in L'Derry on Thursday evening, 18 April.
The PSNI's Major Investigation Team made the arrest this morning, 23 April, under the Terrorism Act. The woman has been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.
The journalist, aged 29, was shot dead during a night of rioting in L'Derry on Thursday evening, 18 April.
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23 April 2019
Woman Arrested Over Lyra McKee Murder
A 57-year-old woman has been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Lyra McKee. The journalist, aged 29, was shot dead during a night of rioting in L'Derry on Thursday evening, 18 April. The PSNI's Major Investigation Team made the arrest this morning, 23 April, under the Terrorism Act.
Woman Arrested Over Lyra McKee Murder
A 57-year-old woman has been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Lyra McKee. The journalist, aged 29, was shot dead during a night of rioting in L'Derry on Thursday evening, 18 April. The PSNI's Major Investigation Team made the arrest this morning, 23 April, under the Terrorism Act.
23 April 2019
Mourne Mountains Fire Treated As Suspicious
Police have confirmed they are treating a major gorse fire in the Mourne Mountains as suspicious. Over 50 firefighters tackled the blaze, which originated in Donard Forest on the evening of Sunday 21 April and continued throughout the night. The Northern Ireland Fire And Rescue Service (NIFRS) have now determined that it was started deliberately.
Mourne Mountains Fire Treated As Suspicious
Police have confirmed they are treating a major gorse fire in the Mourne Mountains as suspicious. Over 50 firefighters tackled the blaze, which originated in Donard Forest on the evening of Sunday 21 April and continued throughout the night. The Northern Ireland Fire And Rescue Service (NIFRS) have now determined that it was started deliberately.
23 April 2019
Calls For Fresh Govt Talks In Wake Of L'Derry Murder
Leaders of Northern Ireland's political parties have called for a fresh round of talks aimed at restoring devolved government following the murder of journalist Lyra McKee in L'Derry. The 29-year-old was shot dead during a night of rioting in the Creggan area of city. She was standing beside police when a new IRA gunman fired the fatal shots.
Calls For Fresh Govt Talks In Wake Of L'Derry Murder
Leaders of Northern Ireland's political parties have called for a fresh round of talks aimed at restoring devolved government following the murder of journalist Lyra McKee in L'Derry. The 29-year-old was shot dead during a night of rioting in the Creggan area of city. She was standing beside police when a new IRA gunman fired the fatal shots.
23 April 2019
Police Officers Attacked By Youths In Lisburn
Two PSNI officers were attacked while dealing with a reported assault in Lisburn over the weekend. The incident happened as police were in the tow path area of the city's civic centre and were confronted by a group of young people.
Police Officers Attacked By Youths In Lisburn
Two PSNI officers were attacked while dealing with a reported assault in Lisburn over the weekend. The incident happened as police were in the tow path area of the city's civic centre and were confronted by a group of young people.
18 April 2019
Road Safety Warning Issued Ahead Of Easter Holidays
As the Easter holidays approach, police have issued a reminder to all road users and pedestrians to practice road safety measures while out and about. Sadly 18 people have already lost their lives on Northern Ireland's roads this year, double the number of people compared to the same period last year.
Road Safety Warning Issued Ahead Of Easter Holidays
As the Easter holidays approach, police have issued a reminder to all road users and pedestrians to practice road safety measures while out and about. Sadly 18 people have already lost their lives on Northern Ireland's roads this year, double the number of people compared to the same period last year.
18 April 2019
Belfast On Track To Double £1bn Investment Target
Belfast is on track to double its £1 billion investment target, according to Belfast City Council. A cash injection of around £2 billion for regeneration and commercial property development is either complete, on site or in planning. It comes three years after the initial target was set.
Belfast On Track To Double £1bn Investment Target
Belfast is on track to double its £1 billion investment target, according to Belfast City Council. A cash injection of around £2 billion for regeneration and commercial property development is either complete, on site or in planning. It comes three years after the initial target was set.
18 April 2019
Small Grants Scheme Open For Volunteer Projects
Local communities in Northern Ireland are encouraged to apply for the 'Live Here Love Here' small grants scheme for volunteer projects. Grants from £500 to £5000 are available for various initiatives as part of the scheme that takes a fresh approach to improving local environments and building pride in local communities.
Small Grants Scheme Open For Volunteer Projects
Local communities in Northern Ireland are encouraged to apply for the 'Live Here Love Here' small grants scheme for volunteer projects. Grants from £500 to £5000 are available for various initiatives as part of the scheme that takes a fresh approach to improving local environments and building pride in local communities.
18 April 2019
Pair Reported To PPS Over Damage To Election Posters
Two men arrested in County Down yesterday over criminal damage to election posters have been released pending a report to the PPS. The 22 and 17-year-old were arrested on the Lurgan Road, Dromore on Wednesday 17 April by detectives investigating damage to posters the previous day.
Pair Reported To PPS Over Damage To Election Posters
Two men arrested in County Down yesterday over criminal damage to election posters have been released pending a report to the PPS. The 22 and 17-year-old were arrested on the Lurgan Road, Dromore on Wednesday 17 April by detectives investigating damage to posters the previous day.
18 April 2019
Lurgan Security Alert Declared An 'Elaborate Hoax'
A security alert that caused families to be evacuated from their homes in Lurgan yesterday, 17 April, has been declared an elaborate hoax. A police operation took place on the Cornakinnegar Road after the discovery of a suspicious object. ATO examined the package and declared the incident an elaborate hoax.
Lurgan Security Alert Declared An 'Elaborate Hoax'
A security alert that caused families to be evacuated from their homes in Lurgan yesterday, 17 April, has been declared an elaborate hoax. A police operation took place on the Cornakinnegar Road after the discovery of a suspicious object. ATO examined the package and declared the incident an elaborate hoax.
18 April 2019
SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood To Contest European Elections
Colum Eastwood, the leader of Northern Ireland's Social Democratic and Labour Party, has confirmed his intentions to contest the upcoming European Parliament election. Voters will take to the polls on Thursday 23 May to elect MEPs for the region.
SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood To Contest European Elections
Colum Eastwood, the leader of Northern Ireland's Social Democratic and Labour Party, has confirmed his intentions to contest the upcoming European Parliament election. Voters will take to the polls on Thursday 23 May to elect MEPs for the region.
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