A woman died in a two-car collision near Cookstown. Three others were seriously injured and taken to hospital. Fatal Crash in Cookstown Claims Woman’s Life, Three Hospitalised A woman died in a bad car crash in Co Tyrone on Thursday evening. Three other people suffered serious injuries, including a child, who were all taken to…
£19k rental in Belfast prompts calls for regulation of short-term holiday lets to protect local housing availability. Belfast Holiday Let Price Sparks Calls for Rental Rules Review People want new laws for short-term rentals. A house in East Belfast cost £19,000 for ten weeks online. A councillor warns rentals hurt East Belfast communities. Many people…
Owen Johnston, 20, is accused of attacking a pregnant teenager in Belfast, allegedly stamping on her head on Valentine’s Day. Belfast Man Accused of Stamping on Pregnant Teen’s Head A man from north Belfast may have stamped on a pregnant teen’s head, the High Court heard. Prosecutors said Owen Johnston, age 20, attacked her. He…
Lester McLennan likely entered the water near Giant’s Causeway. Recovery of his body is improbable. Search Called Off for Man Missing at Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland A coroner will hold an inquest about Lester McLennan’s death. Joe McCrisken said he has the power to do this. The hearing happened Thursday, February 20. Lester likely…
A Belfast man recounts paramilitary intimidation, leading to business closure, bankruptcy, and a brutal attack. Belfast Restaurateur Says Standing Up to Paramilitaries Leads to Ruin A man from West Belfast spoke about paramilitary control. Billboards raise awareness of violence. Malachy Turner closed his restaurant in 2018 after paramilitary groups intimidated him. He opened Ribs and…
Police to give update after rucksack found with concerning items, sparking safety fears for women in Coleraine. PSNI Update on Women’s Safety After Rucksack Discovery Hey, something is happening in Coleraine. People are worried about women’s safety. A public meeting will happen next week. Police will be there too. Reports say women are followed often.…
The public inquiry into the Curraghinalt gold mine project has cost nearly £500,000, facing suspensions and controversy. Gold Mine Inquiry Costs Approach Half a Million Amidst Delays Hey, I wanted to tell you about something. It’s about a proposed gold mine in County Tyrone. The project is called the Curraghinalt Project. Dalradian Gold Ltd wants…
A rucksack with unsettling items leads to increased police patrols. Investigation underway in Coleraine. Increased Police Presence in Co Derry Town After Rucksack Find Someone found a strange bag in Coleraine. It held disturbing items, like a balaclava and cable ties. The woman who found it wants people to stay alert. Police are increasing patrols…
A third man has been arrested in Dublin following the fatal stabbing of Quaham Babatunde on South Anne Street. Third Arrest: Fatal Stabbing of Man in Dublin City Centre Investigation Someone else got arrested. This arrest relates to a man’s fatal stabbing downtown, which occurred over the weekend. Quaham Babatunde, age 34, died after being…
Jonathon Bennett, owner of Belfast Cheesecake Company, opens his first shop after 10 years, offering diverse cheesecake creations. Belfast Man Realizes Dream, Opens Shop Dedicated Entirely to Cheesecake Jonathon Bennett, from Belfast, opened his first shop very close to his home. He only sells cheesecake. He grew up in East Belfast, admires Jenny Bristow, and…