Menu
14/06/2013
Armed Robbers Target Parochial House In Newry
Two men, one of whom was carrying a gun, have robbed a parochial house in Newry.
The pair entered St Catherine's Dominican Priory in Dominic Street at approximately 20.30pm on Thursday.
They threatened staff who were in the house at the time and made off with a sum of money.
no one was injured in the incident, however the staff were left badly shaken.
The two men spoke with southern Irish accents.
Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/MH)
The pair entered St Catherine's Dominican Priory in Dominic Street at approximately 20.30pm on Thursday.
They threatened staff who were in the house at the time and made off with a sum of money.
no one was injured in the incident, however the staff were left badly shaken.
The two men spoke with southern Irish accents.
Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/MH)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
14 April 2011
Laura Marling Headlines Open House Festival
The organisers of the Open House Festival have announced that Laura Marling, Brits and NME award-winning English folk artist, is to headline the Custom House Square gig on Friday 24th June.
Laura Marling Headlines Open House Festival
The organisers of the Open House Festival have announced that Laura Marling, Brits and NME award-winning English folk artist, is to headline the Custom House Square gig on Friday 24th June.
16 June 2011
ChilliFest In Hot Belfast Return
The popular festival of hot Americana, ChilliFest, has announced it will be back in Custom House Square, Belfast for 2011. Taking place under a (hopefully) blazing June sun from 25 June - 26 June, the festival is part of the annual Open House Festival in the city Belfast.
ChilliFest In Hot Belfast Return
The popular festival of hot Americana, ChilliFest, has announced it will be back in Custom House Square, Belfast for 2011. Taking place under a (hopefully) blazing June sun from 25 June - 26 June, the festival is part of the annual Open House Festival in the city Belfast.
14 May 2010
Belfast Hotel Plan Dropped: Report
A government-supported plan to build a hotel in central Belfast has been scrapped, the BBC has reported. Back in 2007, the Department for Social Development appointed Tullymore House Ltd as preferred developer for Armagh House in the city’s Ormeau Avenue, with plans to convert the building into an upmarket hotel.
Belfast Hotel Plan Dropped: Report
A government-supported plan to build a hotel in central Belfast has been scrapped, the BBC has reported. Back in 2007, the Department for Social Development appointed Tullymore House Ltd as preferred developer for Armagh House in the city’s Ormeau Avenue, with plans to convert the building into an upmarket hotel.
23 September 2009
Warm Welcome At Open House
Belfast is to come alive tonight and into the weekend as the Coors Light Open House Festival takes place. Running until Sunday, 27th September, it is all happening around the city's arts & cultural flavoured Cathedral Quarter.
Warm Welcome At Open House
Belfast is to come alive tonight and into the weekend as the Coors Light Open House Festival takes place. Running until Sunday, 27th September, it is all happening around the city's arts & cultural flavoured Cathedral Quarter.
27 May 2021
Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with a fatal house fire in Newry last Friday. The blaze, which killed 62-year-old Jimmy Thompson and another person was seriously injured, is being treated as deliberate. The suspect has been detained in police custody.
Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with a fatal house fire in Newry last Friday. The blaze, which killed 62-year-old Jimmy Thompson and another person was seriously injured, is being treated as deliberate. The suspect has been detained in police custody.
-
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.
