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10/01/2014
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Man Arrested Over Warrenpoint Attack
A 38-year-old man has been arrested following an attack on a man in Warrenpoint, Co Down.
A 38-year-old man was attacked in a house in the Springfield Road area of the town at around 01:30 on Friday morning.
He is currently recovering from his injuries in hospital.
Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A woman was convicted at Downpatrick Crown Court today for claiming benefits she was not entitled to.
Julie Wright, 48, of Fair Green Terrace, Saintfield, claimed Income Support, Jobseekers Allowance and Housing Benefit totalling £40,093 while failing to declare capital. She was given 180 hours community service.
She is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.
'Much Anticipated' Playpark Opened In Downpatrick
Social Development Nelson McCausland has opened a new £160,000 play park at Ballymote in Downpatrick.
"Play is an integral part of children's development helping build social skills and also promoting active and healthy lifestyles," the Minister said.
"This new play park will provide a much needed source of fun and enjoyment for young people and families in the area and will also enhance the local environment. I am pleased that my department has been able to fund this very worthwhile project."
(IT/JP)
A 38-year-old man has been arrested following an attack on a man in Warrenpoint, Co Down.
A 38-year-old man was attacked in a house in the Springfield Road area of the town at around 01:30 on Friday morning.
He is currently recovering from his injuries in hospital.
Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A woman was convicted at Downpatrick Crown Court today for claiming benefits she was not entitled to.
Julie Wright, 48, of Fair Green Terrace, Saintfield, claimed Income Support, Jobseekers Allowance and Housing Benefit totalling £40,093 while failing to declare capital. She was given 180 hours community service.
She is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.
'Much Anticipated' Playpark Opened In Downpatrick
Social Development Nelson McCausland has opened a new £160,000 play park at Ballymote in Downpatrick.
"Play is an integral part of children's development helping build social skills and also promoting active and healthy lifestyles," the Minister said.
"This new play park will provide a much needed source of fun and enjoyment for young people and families in the area and will also enhance the local environment. I am pleased that my department has been able to fund this very worthwhile project."
(IT/JP)
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