22/05/2019

Other News In Brief

Final Game Of Thrones Stained Glass Window Unveiled

The final stained glass window portraying a scene from Game of Thrones has been unveiled in Belfast this week to mark the last episode of the fantasy series.

The feature depicts the show's iconic Iron Throne following the final installment that brought the HBO show to a close. Complete with a built-in seat that's perfect for selfie taking, this week's window is situated at the Titanic Studios.

Tourism Ireland has also released a new video that gives a behind-the-scenes look at the pieces of artwork and how they were created.

The first five windows depict key moments relating to House Stark, Lannister, Baratheon, Targaryen and the White Walkers and are located opposite Belfast City Hall, at the Waterfront Hall, the Lagan Weir, SSE Arena and SS Nomadic at Hamilton Dock respectively.

Roads Surrounding Primark Reopen To Traffic

The road network that surrounds the old Primark building that was destroyed by fire last year is set to reopen to traffic tomorrow morning, Thursday 23 May.

The Castle Place junction will be accessible, with new traffic lights in place. Those permitted to access the city centre such as bikes, buses, blue badge holders and delivery vehicles will now be able to travel from Royal Avenue to Castle Place or Donegall Place.

Normal pedestrian facilities will also be available around the junction. The public are reminded to take care and remember that vehicles will be using the road network again.

PSNI Discover Cannabis Factory

Police have discovered a cannabis factory in Dromore.

Drugs with an estimated street value of around £80,000 were seized by officers at a house the in Princess Street area early on Tuesday morning, 21 May.

A 31-year-old man was arrested in connection with the discovery.



(JG/CM)

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