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31/07/2014
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Minister Of State Attends WWI Commemoration In Dublin
Northern Ireland's Secretary of State, Theresa Villiers, has attended a World War One commemoration in Dublin.
Ms Villiers joined the Irish President and the Duke of Kent in dedicating a cross of sacrifice at Glasnevin Cemetery to mark the 100th anniversary of WWI.
Invasive Shrimp Species Found In NI For The First Time
Bloody Red Shrimp, a new invasive species, has been discovered in Northern Ireland for the first time.
The Environment Agency made the discovery in Upper Lough Erne will conducting a fish survey.
The discovery raises concerns over the impact on plankton and the potentially adverse affect on Lough Erne's ecosystem.
The new species was found in Ireland in 2008.
Boxing Medal Haul Now Stands At Nine
Northern Ireland's boxing medal haul at the Commonwealth Games has increased to nine, following victories by Paddy Barnes, Steven Donnelly and Connor Coyle on Wednesday night.
With nine medals secured by the boxing wins, it is now predicted that NI will comfortable better its medal total of 10 four years ago in Dehli.
(MH/CD)
Northern Ireland's Secretary of State, Theresa Villiers, has attended a World War One commemoration in Dublin.
Ms Villiers joined the Irish President and the Duke of Kent in dedicating a cross of sacrifice at Glasnevin Cemetery to mark the 100th anniversary of WWI.
Invasive Shrimp Species Found In NI For The First Time
Bloody Red Shrimp, a new invasive species, has been discovered in Northern Ireland for the first time.
The Environment Agency made the discovery in Upper Lough Erne will conducting a fish survey.
The discovery raises concerns over the impact on plankton and the potentially adverse affect on Lough Erne's ecosystem.
The new species was found in Ireland in 2008.
Boxing Medal Haul Now Stands At Nine
Northern Ireland's boxing medal haul at the Commonwealth Games has increased to nine, following victories by Paddy Barnes, Steven Donnelly and Connor Coyle on Wednesday night.
With nine medals secured by the boxing wins, it is now predicted that NI will comfortable better its medal total of 10 four years ago in Dehli.
(MH/CD)
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01 August 2012
PM Hails UK Gold Medal While On Olympics Visit To Northern Ireland
Prime Minister David Cameron has hailed Team GB's first gold medal win while on a one-day visit to Northern Ireland. He said the medal, won by rowers Helen Glover and Heather Stanning, was "fantastic" news for the UK. Mr Cameron said the Games had been a "huge success on every level" and showed what the UK is capable of, even in difficult times.
PM Hails UK Gold Medal While On Olympics Visit To Northern Ireland
Prime Minister David Cameron has hailed Team GB's first gold medal win while on a one-day visit to Northern Ireland. He said the medal, won by rowers Helen Glover and Heather Stanning, was "fantastic" news for the UK. Mr Cameron said the Games had been a "huge success on every level" and showed what the UK is capable of, even in difficult times.
20 August 2008
Olympic Medal Bouts Hot Up
There were double celebrations ringside yesterday as a win by Dublin boxer Ken Egan - who now gets ready to face a British fighter in a crucial Olympic medal decider in Beijing - was actually the Irish team's second medal of the day.
Olympic Medal Bouts Hot Up
There were double celebrations ringside yesterday as a win by Dublin boxer Ken Egan - who now gets ready to face a British fighter in a crucial Olympic medal decider in Beijing - was actually the Irish team's second medal of the day.
29 May 2012
Access To Republic Of Ireland Digital TV Channels Confirmed For Northern Ireland
TV viewers in Northern Ireland will be able to watch TG4 and RTÉ One and Two on Freeview following digital TV switchover, the UK Government confirmed today.
Access To Republic Of Ireland Digital TV Channels Confirmed For Northern Ireland
TV viewers in Northern Ireland will be able to watch TG4 and RTÉ One and Two on Freeview following digital TV switchover, the UK Government confirmed today.
13 June 2005
The 2005 Birthday Honours List for Northern Ireland
The full list of recipients of honours in the 2005 Birthday Honours list for Northern Ireland is as follows: Knighthood: Mr Hugh Orde OBE, Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland - for services to Northern Ireland. CBE: Mr Robert David Stewart Campbell, Belfast - For Political and public service.
The 2005 Birthday Honours List for Northern Ireland
The full list of recipients of honours in the 2005 Birthday Honours list for Northern Ireland is as follows: Knighthood: Mr Hugh Orde OBE, Chief Constable, Police Service of Northern Ireland - for services to Northern Ireland. CBE: Mr Robert David Stewart Campbell, Belfast - For Political and public service.
25 August 2008
NI Olympic Medal Winners Return
As Olympic medal-winning Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes leaves China for his return to Dublin tomorrow - as part of the Irish team - fellow Ulster-born silver medallist Wendy Houvenaghel arrived back in the UK today as part of the successful Great Britain Olympics team. The Co.
NI Olympic Medal Winners Return
As Olympic medal-winning Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes leaves China for his return to Dublin tomorrow - as part of the Irish team - fellow Ulster-born silver medallist Wendy Houvenaghel arrived back in the UK today as part of the successful Great Britain Olympics team. The Co.
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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.
