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Northern Ireland News for June 2008 : Page 11
UK National News, Jun 10, 2008
Suspended Sentence And Driving Ban For Former Footballer
Former Premiership footballer, Steve Claridge, has received a suspended six-month jail sentence and a driving ban for dangerous driving. Claridge, 42, of Fareham, Hants, was convicted last month of d...
Suspended Sentence And Driving Ban For Former Footballer
Former Premiership footballer, Steve Claridge, has received a suspended six-month jail sentence and a driving ban for dangerous driving. Claridge, 42, of Fareham, Hants, was convicted last month of d...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Man In Court Over City Park Rape
An 18-year-old man has appeared before Belfast Magistrates Court today charged with raping a woman in a city centre park. Mark McLean from Lisleen Road, Belfast denies raping the woman, also 18, in B...
Man In Court Over City Park Rape
An 18-year-old man has appeared before Belfast Magistrates Court today charged with raping a woman in a city centre park. Mark McLean from Lisleen Road, Belfast denies raping the woman, also 18, in B...
UK National News, Jun 10, 2008
Man Jailed For Sex Offences
A man has been jailed for 11 years for a series of sexual assaults. Howard Zin Green, 47, of Queens Avenue, Greenford was sentenced at Wood Green Crown Court. He pleaded guilty to three indecent ass...
Man Jailed For Sex Offences
A man has been jailed for 11 years for a series of sexual assaults. Howard Zin Green, 47, of Queens Avenue, Greenford was sentenced at Wood Green Crown Court. He pleaded guilty to three indecent ass...
UK National News, Jun 10, 2008
Fern Britton To Take Presenting Break
TV presenter Fern Britton is taking a break from ITV's breakfast show 'This Morning' Britton, 50, had a gastric band operation two years ago, which resulted in her dramatic weight loss. However, she...
Fern Britton To Take Presenting Break
TV presenter Fern Britton is taking a break from ITV's breakfast show 'This Morning' Britton, 50, had a gastric band operation two years ago, which resulted in her dramatic weight loss. However, she...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Man Dies Following Tyrone Weekend Crash
A man who was involved in a car crash in Tyrone at the weekend has died in hospital. Lindley Houston, 21, was injured when the car he was travelling in crashed on the Culvacullion Road in Plumbridge ...
Man Dies Following Tyrone Weekend Crash
A man who was involved in a car crash in Tyrone at the weekend has died in hospital. Lindley Houston, 21, was injured when the car he was travelling in crashed on the Culvacullion Road in Plumbridge ...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Homes Evacuated In East Belfast Factory Blaze
More than 60 people have had to be evacuated from their homes in east Belfast following a fire at a derelict factory. The fire reportedly broke out after 10pm last night at the former WJ Nelson premi...
Homes Evacuated In East Belfast Factory Blaze
More than 60 people have had to be evacuated from their homes in east Belfast following a fire at a derelict factory. The fire reportedly broke out after 10pm last night at the former WJ Nelson premi...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Historic Belfast Jail Opens Its Doors Again
Queues of people are expected to file into a Belfast's Crumlin Road jail on Friday, for another chance to tour the historic building. The disused jail first opened its doors to visitors last autumn....
Historic Belfast Jail Opens Its Doors Again
Queues of people are expected to file into a Belfast's Crumlin Road jail on Friday, for another chance to tour the historic building. The disused jail first opened its doors to visitors last autumn....
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Ulster Bank Points To Another Construction Low
The construction industry's performance hit another record low last month, according to figures released by the Ulster Bank. May's Ulster Bank construction purchasing managers index (PMI) sunk to 33...
Ulster Bank Points To Another Construction Low
The construction industry's performance hit another record low last month, according to figures released by the Ulster Bank. May's Ulster Bank construction purchasing managers index (PMI) sunk to 33...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Local IT Specialists Invest £1.2m In Expansion Project
Belfast-based IT services company Novosco is investing £1.2 million in a project that aims to raise its annual turnover by more than £3 million over the next two years, with support from Invest Northe...
Local IT Specialists Invest £1.2m In Expansion Project
Belfast-based IT services company Novosco is investing £1.2 million in a project that aims to raise its annual turnover by more than £3 million over the next two years, with support from Invest Northe...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 10, 2008
Belfast Markets Appeal To The Masses With New Campaign
A new advertising campaign highlighting the vast appeal of Belfast City Markets has been launched on behalf of Belfast City Council. The campaign, which includes TV, radio, and outdoor advertising, h...
Belfast Markets Appeal To The Masses With New Campaign
A new advertising campaign highlighting the vast appeal of Belfast City Markets has been launched on behalf of Belfast City Council. The campaign, which includes TV, radio, and outdoor advertising, h...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
NEWS IN BRIEF
Officer Dies In Training Exercise A policeman has died after being shot during a training exercise in Manchester. The incident occurred today at 11.35am on Thorpe Road in Newton Heath. A statement re...
NEWS IN BRIEF
Officer Dies In Training Exercise A policeman has died after being shot during a training exercise in Manchester. The incident occurred today at 11.35am on Thorpe Road in Newton Heath. A statement re...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Government Reveals Congestion Charge Plans For Manchester
The government has announced plans to impose congestion charges in Manchester. The controversial plans, announced by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly today will mean drivers entering the outer area of ...
Government Reveals Congestion Charge Plans For Manchester
The government has announced plans to impose congestion charges in Manchester. The controversial plans, announced by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly today will mean drivers entering the outer area of ...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Tributes Paid To British Military Deaths In Afghanistan
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has led tributes to British troops as the death toll of British military personnel in Afghanistan reached 100. The Prime Minister paid tribute to the bravery of British se...
Tributes Paid To British Military Deaths In Afghanistan
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has led tributes to British troops as the death toll of British military personnel in Afghanistan reached 100. The Prime Minister paid tribute to the bravery of British se...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Blaze Breaks Out At Former Brewery
Firefighters are tackling a blaze at the site of a former brewery in west Belfast. More than 60 firefighters and eight fire engines are reportedly at the scene of the fire, at the former Bass Ireland...
Blaze Breaks Out At Former Brewery
Firefighters are tackling a blaze at the site of a former brewery in west Belfast. More than 60 firefighters and eight fire engines are reportedly at the scene of the fire, at the former Bass Ireland...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Car Crash Teen Dies A Week Later
A 17-year-old youth who was injured in a road crash in Londonderry last week has died in hospital. Ciaran Doherty, from Currynierin, was seriously injured in the collision, which happened on the Ardm...
Car Crash Teen Dies A Week Later
A 17-year-old youth who was injured in a road crash in Londonderry last week has died in hospital. Ciaran Doherty, from Currynierin, was seriously injured in the collision, which happened on the Ardm...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Presenter Was Killed By "Loner", Court Hears
A "loner" with a "fixation" on celebrities was responsible for the death of BBC television presenter Jill Dando, a court has been told. The Old Bailey heard that Barry George, 48, lived out his celeb...
Presenter Was Killed By "Loner", Court Hears
A "loner" with a "fixation" on celebrities was responsible for the death of BBC television presenter Jill Dando, a court has been told. The Old Bailey heard that Barry George, 48, lived out his celeb...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Stab Victim Was Awaiting Trial On Porn Charges
A man who was fatally stabbed in Carmarthenshire at the weekend was awaiting trial on child porn charges, it has been reported. Forty-nine-year old Geoffrey Harries, a former police constable, appear...
Stab Victim Was Awaiting Trial On Porn Charges
A man who was fatally stabbed in Carmarthenshire at the weekend was awaiting trial on child porn charges, it has been reported. Forty-nine-year old Geoffrey Harries, a former police constable, appear...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Footballer In Court Over Collision Deaths
A Plymouth Argyle footballer has appeared in court today on charges of causing death by dangerous driving. Luke McCormick, 24, the team's goalkeeper, appeared before Fenton Magistrates Court, accused...
Footballer In Court Over Collision Deaths
A Plymouth Argyle footballer has appeared in court today on charges of causing death by dangerous driving. Luke McCormick, 24, the team's goalkeeper, appeared before Fenton Magistrates Court, accused...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Police To Investigate Robinson Gay Comments
Police have confirmed they are investigating comments made by a DUP MP who criticised homosexual practices as "an abomination". Iris Robinson, the chair of the Stormont health committee, speaking on ...
Police To Investigate Robinson Gay Comments
Police have confirmed they are investigating comments made by a DUP MP who criticised homosexual practices as "an abomination". Iris Robinson, the chair of the Stormont health committee, speaking on ...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Belfast's Bid For A Stadium Unveiled
Belfast City Council has unveiled its case for a multi-purpose sports stadium in the Province's capital. Five potential sites in the city have been short listed by the council. Maysfield, Ormeau P...
Belfast's Bid For A Stadium Unveiled
Belfast City Council has unveiled its case for a multi-purpose sports stadium in the Province's capital. Five potential sites in the city have been short listed by the council. Maysfield, Ormeau P...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Stranded Dolphins Die In Cornish River
More than 20 common dolphins have died after after they became stranded in a Cornish river. A rescue operation is underway to save further dolphins from swimming too far upstream and becoming beache...
Stranded Dolphins Die In Cornish River
More than 20 common dolphins have died after after they became stranded in a Cornish river. A rescue operation is underway to save further dolphins from swimming too far upstream and becoming beache...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Police Hunt Man In Connection With Sex Attack
Police are appealing for information following a sexual assault on a young woman in her home. The incident happened in the early hours of Sunday morning at a private house in Harris Street in Darling...
Police Hunt Man In Connection With Sex Attack
Police are appealing for information following a sexual assault on a young woman in her home. The incident happened in the early hours of Sunday morning at a private house in Harris Street in Darling...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
New Judge Sought For 'X Factor'
The search is on for the next 'X Factor' judge as Sharon Osbourne has announced that she will be leaving the show. Sharon, who is married to rocker Ozzy Osbourne, told Radio 1's Chris Moyles that she...
New Judge Sought For 'X Factor'
The search is on for the next 'X Factor' judge as Sharon Osbourne has announced that she will be leaving the show. Sharon, who is married to rocker Ozzy Osbourne, told Radio 1's Chris Moyles that she...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Teenager In Hospital Following Knife Attack
A teenager is being treated in hospital for serious head and back injuries following an attack in north Belfast at the weekend. John Joe Russell, aged 18, was stabbed in an attack which took place in...
Teenager In Hospital Following Knife Attack
A teenager is being treated in hospital for serious head and back injuries following an attack in north Belfast at the weekend. John Joe Russell, aged 18, was stabbed in an attack which took place in...
UK National News, Jun 9, 2008
Winehouse Husband Admits Assault
The husband of soul singer Amy Winehouse has admitted assaulting a pub landlord, court officials have revealed. Blake Fielder-Civil, 26, has admitted to two charges of grievous bodily harm and conspi...
Winehouse Husband Admits Assault
The husband of soul singer Amy Winehouse has admitted assaulting a pub landlord, court officials have revealed. Blake Fielder-Civil, 26, has admitted to two charges of grievous bodily harm and conspi...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
£10m To Lord It Up In County Down
House buyers in Northern Ireland have been offered the opportunity to Lord it up, after the announcement that one of County Down's grandest homes is up for sale. However, if you wish to bid on Mourn...
£10m To Lord It Up In County Down
House buyers in Northern Ireland have been offered the opportunity to Lord it up, after the announcement that one of County Down's grandest homes is up for sale. However, if you wish to bid on Mourn...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Men Charged Over Downpatrick Assault
Two men are due to appear in court charged in connection with the assault of a man in Downpatrick at the weekend. The victim suffered serious injuries in the attack, which happened in Market Street i...
Men Charged Over Downpatrick Assault
Two men are due to appear in court charged in connection with the assault of a man in Downpatrick at the weekend. The victim suffered serious injuries in the attack, which happened in Market Street i...
Recruitment News, Jun 9, 2008
Technology Job Losses In Shannon
Forty-eight jobs are to go in Shannon, after the announcement that a technology firm will close. Buffalo Technology Ireland, who assembles, tests and distributes devices used for storing informatio...
Technology Job Losses In Shannon
Forty-eight jobs are to go in Shannon, after the announcement that a technology firm will close. Buffalo Technology Ireland, who assembles, tests and distributes devices used for storing informatio...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Belfast's 'Eyesore Empty Site' Well Under Way
The construction of an impressive new development for Belfast's Lanyon Place is well underway. The site, close to the city's glass-fronted Waterfront Hall, has been hoarded for almost 10 years, and ...
Belfast's 'Eyesore Empty Site' Well Under Way
The construction of an impressive new development for Belfast's Lanyon Place is well underway. The site, close to the city's glass-fronted Waterfront Hall, has been hoarded for almost 10 years, and ...
Northern Ireland News, Jun 9, 2008
Crabs In 'Fine' Form As Protection Enhanced
Ulster's crustaceans are to get better protection - with heavy fines on anyone flouting the new legislation. The NI Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has introduced new legislation to i...
Crabs In 'Fine' Form As Protection Enhanced
Ulster's crustaceans are to get better protection - with heavy fines on anyone flouting the new legislation. The NI Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has introduced new legislation to i...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be rather cloudy with scattered sleet and snow showers but mostly rain near the North coast. Feeling bitterly cold in fresh or strong northerly wind. Maximum temperature 4 °C.Tonight:Clear intervals and wintry showers, most frequent in the north but mostly of rain along the North Coast. A cold night with risk of icy stretches. Minimum temperature -1 °C.
