11/08/2025
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Detective Murder Attempt
Detectives from the PSNI's Major Investigation Team have made two arrests in connection with the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell in Omagh in February 2023.
Two men, one aged 45 arrested in the Stewartstown area and a man aged 25 arrested in west Belfast, were detained under the Terrorism Act earlier today, Monday, 11 August. They have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.
As part of the investigation, a property in west Belfast was searched and a vehicle was seized.
The senior detective was off duty when he was shot several times at a sports complex after coaching a youth football team in Omagh, County Tyrone.
Two men, one aged 45 arrested in the Stewartstown area and a man aged 25 arrested in west Belfast, were detained under the Terrorism Act earlier today, Monday, 11 August. They have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.
The senior detective was off duty when he was shot several times at a sports complex after coaching a youth football team in Omagh, County Tyrone.
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11 August 2025
Murder Inquiry Launched Following Man's Death In Downpatrick
Detectives have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a man in Downpatrick. Police are also investigating a serious assault on a priest in the same town, with officers believing the two incidents may be connected.
Murder Inquiry Launched Following Man's Death In Downpatrick
Detectives have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a man in Downpatrick. Police are also investigating a serious assault on a priest in the same town, with officers believing the two incidents may be connected.
11 August 2025
Team NI To Compete In World Transplant Games In Germany
The Public Health Agency is wishing Team NI the very best of luck as a team of 27 athletes heads to Germany for the 25th World Transplant Games. Often referred to as a "celebration of life," the Games will be held in Dresden from 17-24 August 2025 to promote organ donation and encourage more people to register and support donation.
Team NI To Compete In World Transplant Games In Germany
The Public Health Agency is wishing Team NI the very best of luck as a team of 27 athletes heads to Germany for the 25th World Transplant Games. Often referred to as a "celebration of life," the Games will be held in Dresden from 17-24 August 2025 to promote organ donation and encourage more people to register and support donation.
11 August 2025
Belfast Begins Countdown To Fleadh Cheoil 2026
A special 'Fleadh harp' has been passed on to the citizens of Belfast, marking the start of the official countdown to the city hosting the next Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann from 2-9 August 2026.
Belfast Begins Countdown To Fleadh Cheoil 2026
A special 'Fleadh harp' has been passed on to the citizens of Belfast, marking the start of the official countdown to the city hosting the next Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann from 2-9 August 2026.
11 August 2025
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Detective Murder Attempt
Detectives from the PSNI's Major Investigation Team have made two arrests in connection with the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell in Omagh in February 2023.
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Detective Murder Attempt
Detectives from the PSNI's Major Investigation Team have made two arrests in connection with the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell in Omagh in February 2023.
11 August 2025
Road Safety Reminder For Older Drivers
The Department for Infrastructure have highlighted the experience of an older driver who discovered she need glasses for driving after 50 years on the road. Anne Flanagan said the news came as a "complete surprise," but she has since noticed a significant improvement in her vision.
Road Safety Reminder For Older Drivers
The Department for Infrastructure have highlighted the experience of an older driver who discovered she need glasses for driving after 50 years on the road. Anne Flanagan said the news came as a "complete surprise," but she has since noticed a significant improvement in her vision.
11 August 2025
Man Dies In Cushendall Road Collision
The PSNI has confirmed that a man has died following a single-vehicle road traffic collision on Loughareema Road, outside Cushendall, on Sunday, 10 August. He has been named as William Hewitt, a 25-year-old from the Belfast area.
Man Dies In Cushendall Road Collision
The PSNI has confirmed that a man has died following a single-vehicle road traffic collision on Loughareema Road, outside Cushendall, on Sunday, 10 August. He has been named as William Hewitt, a 25-year-old from the Belfast area.
11 August 2025
New Apprenticeship Action Plan To Boost NI's Economy
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched an ambitious Apprenticeship Action Plan, setting out a focused vision to enhance skills development and employment opportunities across Northern Ireland.
New Apprenticeship Action Plan To Boost NI's Economy
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched an ambitious Apprenticeship Action Plan, setting out a focused vision to enhance skills development and employment opportunities across Northern Ireland.
11 August 2025
Two Men Arrested In L'Derry In INLA Criminality Probe
Two men, aged 28 and 63, have been arrested by detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch following two search operations in L'Derry. The searches, on Sunday 10 August, were part of an ongoing investigation into INLA criminality, including the criminal use of firearms.
Two Men Arrested In L'Derry In INLA Criminality Probe
Two men, aged 28 and 63, have been arrested by detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch following two search operations in L'Derry. The searches, on Sunday 10 August, were part of an ongoing investigation into INLA criminality, including the criminal use of firearms.
11 August 2025
Bridging The Miles: How Tech Is Keeping NI Locals Connected
Northern Ireland has always had a strong sense of community, but with families more spread out and people spending less time in shared spaces, the ways people connect have had to adapt.
Bridging The Miles: How Tech Is Keeping NI Locals Connected
Northern Ireland has always had a strong sense of community, but with families more spread out and people spending less time in shared spaces, the ways people connect have had to adapt.
11 August 2025
Other News In Brief
Beattie Calls For Irish Government Inquiry Into Omagh Bomb Doug Beattie MC MLA, the DUP's justice spokesperson, has called on the Irish government to hold a parallel inquiry into the Omagh bomb, stating that the victims' families deserve answers.
Other News In Brief
Beattie Calls For Irish Government Inquiry Into Omagh Bomb Doug Beattie MC MLA, the DUP's justice spokesperson, has called on the Irish government to hold a parallel inquiry into the Omagh bomb, stating that the victims' families deserve answers.
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