Menu
28/03/2008
NI News In Brief
Northern Bank Mystery 'Solved'
The long-running search for the missing millions in Northern Bank notes apparently stolen by the IRA from the company's Belfast city centre headquarters in December 2004 could be over, as many millions of Northern Ireland bank notes have now turned up. However, police are unlikely to be investigating, as it also emerged today that a new Belfast edition of the board game 'Monopoly' is being launched, featuring many of the city's landmarks - and also specially produced Northern banknotes.
Pensioners Targeted
There have been two robberies in south Belfast's 'Holy Lands' area. Two elderly women were the victims at their homes in Agincourt Avenue - one had a diamond brooch stolen by three men who threatened to set her house on fire while the other, who lives a few doors away, was also targeted. The attacks both took place last night, within minutes of each other. Both ladies were pushed around, and threatened.
Man Robbed In His Home
Two men, wearing black clothes and leather gloves, entered a house at Crosscollyer Street in north Belfast at around 10pm last night. The householder, who is in his 70s, was threatened and a coat containing cash and various plastic cards was stolen. Police say the man was shaken by his ordeal.
Man Shot
A 31-year-old Co Antrim man has been shot in the right leg in an incident in Monkstown. The shooting happened last night in the Tynan Close area where the victim was approached by the two men who carried out the attack. Reports said his injuries are not believed to be life threatening and police are investigating.
Register To Vote: Or Else!
Northern Ireland's Chief Electoral Officer is to refer 50 people who have failed to sign the voting register to the police. Douglas Bain said he is determined to stop those who fail to comply with the law. He said failure to provide the required details was punishable by a £1,000 fine. The warning comes along with other plans to increase voter registration. Mr Bain said thousands of new voters should be added to the register by December.
Londonderry Air To Come Alive
The Maiden City Festival in Londonderry is to be revived this year. The cultural event is performed by the Apprentice Boys of Derry and re-enacts the city's famous siege. For the past two years it has been cancelled due to a lack of funding but this year the Irish Government and the Ulster Scots Agency have stepped in. Governor of the Apprentice Boys Jim Brownlee said they were happy to accept money from Dublin for such a key event.
(BMcC/KMcA)
The long-running search for the missing millions in Northern Bank notes apparently stolen by the IRA from the company's Belfast city centre headquarters in December 2004 could be over, as many millions of Northern Ireland bank notes have now turned up. However, police are unlikely to be investigating, as it also emerged today that a new Belfast edition of the board game 'Monopoly' is being launched, featuring many of the city's landmarks - and also specially produced Northern banknotes.
Pensioners Targeted
There have been two robberies in south Belfast's 'Holy Lands' area. Two elderly women were the victims at their homes in Agincourt Avenue - one had a diamond brooch stolen by three men who threatened to set her house on fire while the other, who lives a few doors away, was also targeted. The attacks both took place last night, within minutes of each other. Both ladies were pushed around, and threatened.
Man Robbed In His Home
Two men, wearing black clothes and leather gloves, entered a house at Crosscollyer Street in north Belfast at around 10pm last night. The householder, who is in his 70s, was threatened and a coat containing cash and various plastic cards was stolen. Police say the man was shaken by his ordeal.
Man Shot
A 31-year-old Co Antrim man has been shot in the right leg in an incident in Monkstown. The shooting happened last night in the Tynan Close area where the victim was approached by the two men who carried out the attack. Reports said his injuries are not believed to be life threatening and police are investigating.
Register To Vote: Or Else!
Northern Ireland's Chief Electoral Officer is to refer 50 people who have failed to sign the voting register to the police. Douglas Bain said he is determined to stop those who fail to comply with the law. He said failure to provide the required details was punishable by a £1,000 fine. The warning comes along with other plans to increase voter registration. Mr Bain said thousands of new voters should be added to the register by December.
Londonderry Air To Come Alive
The Maiden City Festival in Londonderry is to be revived this year. The cultural event is performed by the Apprentice Boys of Derry and re-enacts the city's famous siege. For the past two years it has been cancelled due to a lack of funding but this year the Irish Government and the Ulster Scots Agency have stepped in. Governor of the Apprentice Boys Jim Brownlee said they were happy to accept money from Dublin for such a key event.
(BMcC/KMcA)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
26 November 2019
Appeal For Missing Man In Belfast
Police are appealing for help in the search for missing man Robert Darling. The PSNI branch in Belfast City Centre is leading the search for the 40-year-old. Robert is around 5ft 8" tall and of medium build. Anyone who sees him or knows where he is has been asked to contact PSNI on 101 - the incident number you need is 874 21/11.
Appeal For Missing Man In Belfast
Police are appealing for help in the search for missing man Robert Darling. The PSNI branch in Belfast City Centre is leading the search for the 40-year-old. Robert is around 5ft 8" tall and of medium build. Anyone who sees him or knows where he is has been asked to contact PSNI on 101 - the incident number you need is 874 21/11.
01 December 2016
Investigation Launched After Heroin And Cash Seized In Belfast
Police have launched an investigation after discovering heroin and a sum of cash in Belfast city centre. Four wraps of the Class A drugs were found in bushes on Wednesday, 30 November. Police also seized a sum of cash. The PSNI are continuing with their enquiries.
Investigation Launched After Heroin And Cash Seized In Belfast
Police have launched an investigation after discovering heroin and a sum of cash in Belfast city centre. Four wraps of the Class A drugs were found in bushes on Wednesday, 30 November. Police also seized a sum of cash. The PSNI are continuing with their enquiries.
07 January 2013
Police Issue Appeal Over Attempted PSNI Murder
The PSNI has issued an appeal to the public regarding the attempted murder of an off-duty police officer and his family at their home in east Belfast on Sunday 30 December. Detectives from Serious Crime Branch want to speak to late night revellers who got taxis in Belfast city centre that weekend.
Police Issue Appeal Over Attempted PSNI Murder
The PSNI has issued an appeal to the public regarding the attempted murder of an off-duty police officer and his family at their home in east Belfast on Sunday 30 December. Detectives from Serious Crime Branch want to speak to late night revellers who got taxis in Belfast city centre that weekend.
14 January 2013
Flag Violence Is 'Wrong' - UDA Man
Loyalist rioters who are violently protesting the flying of the union flag at Belfast City Hall are destroying their own communities and playing into Sinn Féin's hands. This was the message from Jimmy Birch, a UDA man from east Belfast who was speaking to the BBC as part of a Radio Ulster documentary called 'Inside The Flag Protests'.
Flag Violence Is 'Wrong' - UDA Man
Loyalist rioters who are violently protesting the flying of the union flag at Belfast City Hall are destroying their own communities and playing into Sinn Féin's hands. This was the message from Jimmy Birch, a UDA man from east Belfast who was speaking to the BBC as part of a Radio Ulster documentary called 'Inside The Flag Protests'.
01 June 2005
Government give go-ahead for John Lewis development
The Government has confirmed that leading retailer John Lewis is to open up its first Northern Ireland store at Sprucefield Park, near Lisburn.
Government give go-ahead for John Lewis development
The Government has confirmed that leading retailer John Lewis is to open up its first Northern Ireland store at Sprucefield Park, near Lisburn.
-
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.
