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09/03/2020
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Suspected Stolen Car Found Overturned In West Belfast
A suspected stolen vehicle was found overturned in west Belfast on Saturday sparking a police appeal for information.
The silver BMW was discovered on its roof on the Andersonstown Road at around 8.40pm on 07 March.
Police have launched enquiries to establish the ownership of the vehicle. Anyone who saw it before it was abandoned or who has dash cam footage is urged to call the non-emergency line 101 quoting reference 1685 of 07/03/2020.
Iconic New Irish Language Centre Unveiled In Armagh
A new home for the Irish language has been built in Armagh city to the tune of over £2.3 million.
The centre in the city's Upper English Street was opened to the public last week during an official ceremony.
It was brought to life close to Navan Fort with an investment of almost £1.2m from the Department for Communities.
Speaking at the official opening, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey said: "Aonach Mhacha shows how the Irish language can provide a very positive force and influence. It is a social enterprise which will offer a wide range of facilities that include a permanent home for Irish language classes, office space for Irish language community groups and organisations and for up to six businesses.
"Above all it can provide a place in this great city, where people from across the whole community, whatever their background, can engage with the language and culture, perhaps for the first time."
Réamonn Ó Ciaráin, Chairman of Aonach Mhacha added: "It means a great deal to everyone involved with Irish language in Armagh city and district to have this new state of the art centre with a performance area, meeting rooms, conference space, a Celtic gift shop and cafe. We have been working towards this opening for 12 years."
Closures As Roadworks Begin In Co Antrim Village
A key resurfacing scheme has begun in the coastal Antrim village of Cushendall.
Approximately £298,000 is being invested to improve the Ballyeamon Road over 2.5km from near Gaults Road towards the Glenravel Road.
Work begun on the scheme today, Monday 09 March, and will run until Sunday 22 March.
A full road closure will be in place from 7.30am to 5.30pm daily for the duration of the project.
During these times a diversion will be in operation via Glenariffe Road – Coast Road – Ballyeamon Road (and vice-versa).
Drivers should expect some delays and are advised to allow additional time when travelling in the area.
(JG/CM)
A suspected stolen vehicle was found overturned in west Belfast on Saturday sparking a police appeal for information.
The silver BMW was discovered on its roof on the Andersonstown Road at around 8.40pm on 07 March.
Police have launched enquiries to establish the ownership of the vehicle. Anyone who saw it before it was abandoned or who has dash cam footage is urged to call the non-emergency line 101 quoting reference 1685 of 07/03/2020.
Iconic New Irish Language Centre Unveiled In Armagh
A new home for the Irish language has been built in Armagh city to the tune of over £2.3 million.
The centre in the city's Upper English Street was opened to the public last week during an official ceremony.
It was brought to life close to Navan Fort with an investment of almost £1.2m from the Department for Communities.
Speaking at the official opening, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey said: "Aonach Mhacha shows how the Irish language can provide a very positive force and influence. It is a social enterprise which will offer a wide range of facilities that include a permanent home for Irish language classes, office space for Irish language community groups and organisations and for up to six businesses.
"Above all it can provide a place in this great city, where people from across the whole community, whatever their background, can engage with the language and culture, perhaps for the first time."
Réamonn Ó Ciaráin, Chairman of Aonach Mhacha added: "It means a great deal to everyone involved with Irish language in Armagh city and district to have this new state of the art centre with a performance area, meeting rooms, conference space, a Celtic gift shop and cafe. We have been working towards this opening for 12 years."
Closures As Roadworks Begin In Co Antrim Village
A key resurfacing scheme has begun in the coastal Antrim village of Cushendall.
Approximately £298,000 is being invested to improve the Ballyeamon Road over 2.5km from near Gaults Road towards the Glenravel Road.
Work begun on the scheme today, Monday 09 March, and will run until Sunday 22 March.
A full road closure will be in place from 7.30am to 5.30pm daily for the duration of the project.
During these times a diversion will be in operation via Glenariffe Road – Coast Road – Ballyeamon Road (and vice-versa).
Drivers should expect some delays and are advised to allow additional time when travelling in the area.
(JG/CM)
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