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12/08/2011
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Disappeared Not Found
It has emerged that the human remains exhumed from a cemetery in Co Monaghan do not belong to one of the so-called Disappeared - who are actually IRA murder victims. Forensic tests were carried out on a body which was removed from a grave at Scotstown at the end of June during a search for Columba McVeigh. The 17-year-old from Donaghmore, Co Tyrone was abducted and murdered by the IRA in October 1975. The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims Remains last night confirmed that the results of a DNA examination indicated that the remains recovered from the grave are not related to any of the victims who were executed by IRA terrorists and secretly buried in unmarked graves without ceremony.
Irish Rider 'Critical'
A bike racer from Skerries, Derek Costello is critically ill in hospital after crashing at the Dundrod 150 road races on Thursday. He was injured in a bad crash on the final lap of the opening National Race at the Co Antrim circuit and taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast and treated for trauma to the head. On Friday morning, an update from race organisers said he was "critically ill and under observation."
Rentals Still 'Cheaper'
The cost of renting a home in and around Belfast edged up in the last year - but is still good value when compared with the rest of the UK. Still bolstered by a pick-up in demand from first-time buyers shunned by mortgage lenders and by those keeping well clear of the property ladder because of worries about the state of the economy, research showed today that the average monthly cost across all properties was £571 for the three months to end-June – up from £564 a year ago. Prices for two-bedroom houses, which account for the bulk of the property rented in Belfast, increased by 7.6% over the year from £432 to £465 a month. However, despite the rises, privately renting a property in Belfast remains relatively cheap compared with the UK average of around £700 a month. In Edinburgh, the monthly average cost of renting a home is nearly £200 more expensive, at £769, while renters in Dublin pay around £910 a month. In London, private renters pay more than £1,000 a month, said Citylets. Full story: Belfast Rentals Rise, But Still UK's Cheapest
Frauds 'Jailed' And Fined
A woman was convicted at Newry Magistrates' court this week for claiming benefits she was not entitled to. Jade Sherwin (22) of Ballynahinch Road, Dromore claimed Income Support and Carers Allowance totalling £3,707 while failing to declare employment. She was given a conditional discharge for two years. She will also have to repay any money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency. Also, a man was convicted at Craigavon Magistrates' court for similar offences. Richard Chestnut (26) of Pollock Mews, Lurgan was given a four month prison sentence suspended for two years, fined £150 and ordered to pay court costs of £25 for wrongful encashment of Income Support totalling £816. He will also have to repay any money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.
Teen In Court Over Riots
A 17-year-old has been charged over rioting in east Belfast last month. The trouble flared in Castlereagh Street and the Albertbridge Road on 1 July after an Orange Order parade. Police said the suspect has been charged with riot at common law and is due to appear before Belfast Youth Court on Friday.
Farrans Cruise Into Docks
Well-known builders, Farrans have been awarded the prestigious £51m contract to construct a new quay wall and deep water berth at D1 Belfast Harbour. The project will consist of a 480m long new quay structure and deep water berth located in the Port of Belfast and associated works. Farrans are said to be "delighted to be associated with the Belfast Harbour Commissioners and look forward to working with them on this prestigious Project in the Port of Belfast".
Nightbox Announce Stiff Kitten Show
Hotly tipped Irish born, Toronto based outfit Nightbox have announced details of an exclusive headline performance at The Stiff Kitten this August. The band has been described as the natural successors to fellow Irish sensations Two Door Cinema Club who are also signed to influential Parisian label Kitsune. The five-piece met in the halls of secondary school in Ireland, listening to the likes of Franz Ferdinand, Bloc Party, and the Killers. Nightbox appear in the Stiff Kitten on August 31. Tickets priced £7 on sale now from www.shine.net, The Kitten Bar and from this Friday 12th August on Ticketmaster.
(BMcC/GK)
It has emerged that the human remains exhumed from a cemetery in Co Monaghan do not belong to one of the so-called Disappeared - who are actually IRA murder victims. Forensic tests were carried out on a body which was removed from a grave at Scotstown at the end of June during a search for Columba McVeigh. The 17-year-old from Donaghmore, Co Tyrone was abducted and murdered by the IRA in October 1975. The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims Remains last night confirmed that the results of a DNA examination indicated that the remains recovered from the grave are not related to any of the victims who were executed by IRA terrorists and secretly buried in unmarked graves without ceremony.
Irish Rider 'Critical'
A bike racer from Skerries, Derek Costello is critically ill in hospital after crashing at the Dundrod 150 road races on Thursday. He was injured in a bad crash on the final lap of the opening National Race at the Co Antrim circuit and taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast and treated for trauma to the head. On Friday morning, an update from race organisers said he was "critically ill and under observation."
Rentals Still 'Cheaper'
The cost of renting a home in and around Belfast edged up in the last year - but is still good value when compared with the rest of the UK. Still bolstered by a pick-up in demand from first-time buyers shunned by mortgage lenders and by those keeping well clear of the property ladder because of worries about the state of the economy, research showed today that the average monthly cost across all properties was £571 for the three months to end-June – up from £564 a year ago. Prices for two-bedroom houses, which account for the bulk of the property rented in Belfast, increased by 7.6% over the year from £432 to £465 a month. However, despite the rises, privately renting a property in Belfast remains relatively cheap compared with the UK average of around £700 a month. In Edinburgh, the monthly average cost of renting a home is nearly £200 more expensive, at £769, while renters in Dublin pay around £910 a month. In London, private renters pay more than £1,000 a month, said Citylets. Full story: Belfast Rentals Rise, But Still UK's Cheapest
Frauds 'Jailed' And Fined
A woman was convicted at Newry Magistrates' court this week for claiming benefits she was not entitled to. Jade Sherwin (22) of Ballynahinch Road, Dromore claimed Income Support and Carers Allowance totalling £3,707 while failing to declare employment. She was given a conditional discharge for two years. She will also have to repay any money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency. Also, a man was convicted at Craigavon Magistrates' court for similar offences. Richard Chestnut (26) of Pollock Mews, Lurgan was given a four month prison sentence suspended for two years, fined £150 and ordered to pay court costs of £25 for wrongful encashment of Income Support totalling £816. He will also have to repay any money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.
Teen In Court Over Riots
A 17-year-old has been charged over rioting in east Belfast last month. The trouble flared in Castlereagh Street and the Albertbridge Road on 1 July after an Orange Order parade. Police said the suspect has been charged with riot at common law and is due to appear before Belfast Youth Court on Friday.
Farrans Cruise Into Docks
Well-known builders, Farrans have been awarded the prestigious £51m contract to construct a new quay wall and deep water berth at D1 Belfast Harbour. The project will consist of a 480m long new quay structure and deep water berth located in the Port of Belfast and associated works. Farrans are said to be "delighted to be associated with the Belfast Harbour Commissioners and look forward to working with them on this prestigious Project in the Port of Belfast".
Nightbox Announce Stiff Kitten Show
Hotly tipped Irish born, Toronto based outfit Nightbox have announced details of an exclusive headline performance at The Stiff Kitten this August. The band has been described as the natural successors to fellow Irish sensations Two Door Cinema Club who are also signed to influential Parisian label Kitsune. The five-piece met in the halls of secondary school in Ireland, listening to the likes of Franz Ferdinand, Bloc Party, and the Killers. Nightbox appear in the Stiff Kitten on August 31. Tickets priced £7 on sale now from www.shine.net, The Kitten Bar and from this Friday 12th August on Ticketmaster.
(BMcC/GK)
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