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26/01/2012
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Man In Court Over Carjacking
A 19-year-old man has appeared in court in connection with a car hijacking in South Belfast. Gavin Wilson has been charged following a forensic examination of the garment seized at the scene, police said. Wilson, from Crumlin Road, was arrested in connection with the attempt to take control of a Volkswagen Golf off the Lisburn Road on January 16. He denies charges of hijacking.
New Hotel Given Green Light
Planning permission has been granted for a new hotel development in Lisburn. It is understood that the new development will be built on the Hillsborough Road and will consist of 100 bedrooms, a health suite and a function room. It is expected that the new hotel will create up to 200 jobs. However, the Northern Ireland Environmental Agency is opposed to the development because of its perceived threat to local wildlife.
Man Faces Child Abuse Charges
A 25-year-old man is to go on trial at Londonderry Crown Court to face allegations of indecent assault. Clive Cowan has been accused of indecently assaulting a six year old girl between March and April in 2002. It is understood that the accused had no relationship with the girl. The case has been adjourned until next month and the man has been released on continuing bail.
(LB)
A 19-year-old man has appeared in court in connection with a car hijacking in South Belfast. Gavin Wilson has been charged following a forensic examination of the garment seized at the scene, police said. Wilson, from Crumlin Road, was arrested in connection with the attempt to take control of a Volkswagen Golf off the Lisburn Road on January 16. He denies charges of hijacking.
New Hotel Given Green Light
Planning permission has been granted for a new hotel development in Lisburn. It is understood that the new development will be built on the Hillsborough Road and will consist of 100 bedrooms, a health suite and a function room. It is expected that the new hotel will create up to 200 jobs. However, the Northern Ireland Environmental Agency is opposed to the development because of its perceived threat to local wildlife.
Man Faces Child Abuse Charges
A 25-year-old man is to go on trial at Londonderry Crown Court to face allegations of indecent assault. Clive Cowan has been accused of indecently assaulting a six year old girl between March and April in 2002. It is understood that the accused had no relationship with the girl. The case has been adjourned until next month and the man has been released on continuing bail.
(LB)
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Man Arrested In Connection With Dromara Assault
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a report of an assault at licenced premises at the Rathfriland Road area of Dromara. Detective Inspector Bell said: "Shortly before 10:10pm on Friday 15th December, it was reported that an altercation occurred at a bar in the area following three men refused entry to the premises.
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A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a report of an assault at licenced premises at the Rathfriland Road area of Dromara. Detective Inspector Bell said: "Shortly before 10:10pm on Friday 15th December, it was reported that an altercation occurred at a bar in the area following three men refused entry to the premises.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
