Northern Ireland News for October 2024 : Page 3

Northern Ireland News, Oct 23, 2024
Appeal Following Burglary In Ballynahinch
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following a report of burglary in Ballynahinch on Monday, 21st October. It was reported that at around 8.40pm four males gained entry to a...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 23, 2024
Escaped Prisoner Extradited To Northern Ireland
A prisoner who had been on the run for over a year has been returned to Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland. Thomas McCabe, 60, was extradited on Tuesday, 22 October, following his arrest i...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 23, 2024
Other News In Brief
SF Renews Call For Govt To Scrap Legacy Bill Sinn Féin has called on the British government to "live up to its previous commitment" to scrap the cruel Legacy Act. Mid Ulster MLA Emma Sheeri...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Renewed Appeal For Missing Teenager Rosaleen Connors
Police in east Belfast have renewed an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Rosaleen Connors, who has been missing for two weeks. Rosaleen was last seen in the Sydenham Road a...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Halloween Safety: NIFRS Urges Public To Take Precautions
As Halloween draws near, the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is reminding the public of the importance of fire safety during the festive season. With increased use of decorations, candl...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Peace Wall To Make Way For Community Building Project
Over 40 meters of the peace wall on Ballygomartin Road in west Belfast will be removed in the second phase of a shared space project. The project, known as the Black Mountain Shared Space (BMSS), aims...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Free Online Maths Course Available For Adults in NI
The Open University in Northern Ireland is offering adults a fantastic opportunity to enhance their math skills with a free online course, 'Everyday Maths 1 (Northern Ireland)'. Hosted on OpenLearn, t...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Belfast City Council Expands Test Trading Scheme
Following the success of a pilot program at St. George's Market, Belfast City Council is expanding its test trading scheme to include the Kennedy Centre. This initiative aims to provide a platform for...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Minister Calls For More Mental Health And Learning Disability Nurses
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has emphasised the urgent need for skilled mental health and learning disability nurses. Speaking at a career showcase event, the minister highlighted the critical role th...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Education Minister Outlines Response To Independent Review
Education Minister Paul Givan has unveiled his department's response to the Independent Review of Education in Northern Ireland. The comprehensive review, led by Professor Michael Barber, presented 25...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
NI To Play Key Role In US Declaration Of Independence Anniversary
Northern Ireland will play a significant role in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, according to Communities Minister Gordon Lyons. Speaking at a re...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Dunadry Hotel Investment To Create Luxury Spa
Building work has started on a new thermal spa garden at the Dunadry Hotel & Gardens, offering exclusive access for guests staying in the 10 bedrooms that will form part of the new retreat. The premi...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 22, 2024
Other News In Brief
Workforce Issues Key To Improving Maternity Services – SDLP Addressing workforce issues is key to improving maternity and neonatal services, SDLP Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath has said. ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Urgent Appeal For Help Finding Missing Teenager Orgest Muja
The PSNI have issued an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of missing 17-year-old, Orgest Muja, who has been missing from Enniskillen since the morning of 08 October. Orgest was last seen le...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Belfast Named Most Sustainable Visitor Destination In UK And Ireland
Belfast has been recognised as the most sustainable visitor destination in the United Kingdom and Ireland in the 2024 GDS-Index. The city ranked alongside global cities such as Sydney, Singapore, Oslo...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Ulster Rugby Stars Back Road Safety Campaign
Jacob Stockdale, Nick Timoney, and Michael Lowry, three prominent Ulster Rugby players, have joined forces to support a road safety campaign. The trio is backing the Department for Infrastructure's '...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Two Police Officers Injured in Derry Ramming Incident
Two police officers sustained injuries and their patrol car was damaged in a collision early Monday morning, 21 October, as they responded to a report of a suspected drink-driver. The incident unfold...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Alliance Calls For Ban Of Hunting Wild Mammals With Dogs
Alliance MLA John Blair has reintroduced a Private Member's Bill aimed at banning the hunting of wild mammals with dogs in Northern Ireland. Mr. Blair expressed concerns that the opportunity to end t...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Minister Visits Larne Library For Book Week NI
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons visited Larne Library today to promote the importance of reading as part of Book Week NI. Book Week NI is a collaborative effort between Libraries NI and BBC NI aime...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Two Men Arrested in Drug-Driving Crackdowns
Two men have been arrested in separate incidents for drug-related driving offences following the introduction of new roadside drug testing kits. DrugWipes, which can detect cannabis and cocaine use, ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Man Seriously Injured in Lisburn Assault
Detectives are investigating a serious assault that occurred in Lisburn during the early hours of Saturday, 19 October. Police received a report at around 1:00am that a man in his 20s had been assaul...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Coleraine Man Sentenced For Cybercrime
A 25-year-old man has been sentenced for his involvement in a large-scale cybercrime attack. Andrew Kelly from the Coleraine area pleaded guilty to six counts under the Computer Misuse Act and one cou...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 21, 2024
Other News In Brief
SDLP Calls For Details On Proposed Education Systems The SDLP has called on the Education Minister, Paul Given, to detail his plans to reform the education system. Minister Given has announ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
Education Minister Announces 'Language Launchpad' Initiative
Education Minister Paul Givan has unveiled a new project called 'Language Launchpad' aimed at enhancing speech, language, and communication skills in young children. This initiative is part of a broa...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
Man Arrested In Connection With Assault And Arson
A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an assault in Carrickfergus and a fire in Greenisland. On Thursday evening, around 9pm, a woman was reportedly assaulted by a man while sitting ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
Belfast 2024 Celebrates Diversity With Frederick Douglass Tribute
Belfast's rich diversity will be showcased in a vibrant autumn lineup for the Belfast 2024 creative program. The year-long celebration, managed by Belfast City Council and co-designed with residents a...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
Two Women Seriously Injured In Dungannon Road Crash
Two women were seriously injured in a two-vehicle road traffic collision in Dungannon on Wednesday, 16 October. The incident occurred shortly after 4pm when a white Ford Transit van and a grey Audi A...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
Minister Highlights Importance Of HSC Industry Partnerships
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has underscored the significance of Health & Social Care Industry Partnerships (HSCIPs) in delivering benefits to patients, the healthcare system, and the industry. Minis...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
Reservoir Safety Framework Approved By Executive
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has has welcomed the Executive's approval of a new Reservoir Safety Framework. The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) is now authorised to implement the necessary...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 18, 2024
PSNI Appeal Following Burglary In East Belfast
Detectives are investigating a burglary that occurred in the Lead Hill Park area of east Belfast on Thursday evening, 17 October. According to police, a window was smashed and entry was gained to the...