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26/03/2013
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Man Questioned Over Mortar Bomb Find
A man being held in L'Derry in relation to the discovery of a mortar bomb has been moved to police custody to be questioned over terrorism offences.
Four improvised mortar bombs and a pipe bomb were found in a van in the Brandywell area of the city earlier in the month.
37-year-old Gary McDaid, from Glenowen Park, has been remanded into police custody for 72 hours.
L'Derry Bar Blaze Extinguished
A blaze which occurred in a bar in L'Derry overnight has been extinguished.
Firefighters were called to Masons Bar in Magazine Street after a fire started at about 04:00 this morning.
Four pumps and an aerial appliance attended the fire.
Firefighters used breathing apparatus to enter the building to ensure there was no-one inside.
Appeal Over Bangor Car Arson
Police in Bangor are appealing for information after two cars were set alight in the Alanwood Park area of Ballyholme in the early hours of Sunday morning.
A Ford Fiesta and a Volvo were completely gutted by fire.
Police are keen to speak with two people in their mid twenties, who were wearing dark clothing and were seen in the area on Saturday evening.
A link between the two vehicles is one line of enquiry, however a motive for the attack has yet to be established.
Anyone who has any information is asked to contact police in Bangor on 0845 600 8000. The independent Crimestoppers charity can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Man Prosecuted Over Japanese Knotweed
A L'Derry man has been prosecuted for growing Japanese knotweed.
Daniel Derek Casey, 37, admitted growing the harmful plant in his garden.
The offence was committed on August 31 2012 during site clearing work at his home at Upper Galliagh Road.
A conditional discharge has been imposed for 12 months.
The incident was uncovered by employed builders who were carrying out work on the property.
Mr Casey's solicitor said his client did not know what the plant was.
Japanese knotweed was introduced into Britain in the 19th century as an ornamental plant. It is now widespread and can out-compete native plants and animals, making it a threat to ecosystems.
(IT)
A man being held in L'Derry in relation to the discovery of a mortar bomb has been moved to police custody to be questioned over terrorism offences.
Four improvised mortar bombs and a pipe bomb were found in a van in the Brandywell area of the city earlier in the month.
37-year-old Gary McDaid, from Glenowen Park, has been remanded into police custody for 72 hours.
L'Derry Bar Blaze Extinguished
A blaze which occurred in a bar in L'Derry overnight has been extinguished.
Firefighters were called to Masons Bar in Magazine Street after a fire started at about 04:00 this morning.
Four pumps and an aerial appliance attended the fire.
Firefighters used breathing apparatus to enter the building to ensure there was no-one inside.
Appeal Over Bangor Car Arson
Police in Bangor are appealing for information after two cars were set alight in the Alanwood Park area of Ballyholme in the early hours of Sunday morning.
A Ford Fiesta and a Volvo were completely gutted by fire.
Police are keen to speak with two people in their mid twenties, who were wearing dark clothing and were seen in the area on Saturday evening.
A link between the two vehicles is one line of enquiry, however a motive for the attack has yet to be established.
Anyone who has any information is asked to contact police in Bangor on 0845 600 8000. The independent Crimestoppers charity can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Man Prosecuted Over Japanese Knotweed
A L'Derry man has been prosecuted for growing Japanese knotweed.
Daniel Derek Casey, 37, admitted growing the harmful plant in his garden.
The offence was committed on August 31 2012 during site clearing work at his home at Upper Galliagh Road.
A conditional discharge has been imposed for 12 months.
The incident was uncovered by employed builders who were carrying out work on the property.
Mr Casey's solicitor said his client did not know what the plant was.
Japanese knotweed was introduced into Britain in the 19th century as an ornamental plant. It is now widespread and can out-compete native plants and animals, making it a threat to ecosystems.
(IT)
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