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01/04/2009
Other NI News In Brief
Falls Garage Alert 'Hoax'
The PSNI confirmed today that a west Belfast security alert, which forced residents to leave their homes on Tuesday near a petrol station, was declared a hoax around 2.15am this morning. Part of the Falls Road between Broadway and Donegall Road was closed off during the alert which began about 10pm last night and was dealt with by the Army's bomb disposal team, (remote-controlled bomb 'robot' pictured).
Vehicles Highjacked Around Lurgan
Two days of disruption continued for a time on Tuesday with two Belfast security alerts - both of which were declared hoaxes - and a series of vehicle highjackings in Co Armagh. A gang of masked men attacked seven vehicles during a nine-hour period in Lurgan, police have said. They targeted NIE, Royal Mail, Northern Ireland Water and other business vehicles. However, on a separate occasion, residents came to the assistance of a postman, and fought off the would-be hijackers.
See: Hoax Security Alerts Close School
Republican Sources Help Anti-Terror Fight
It has been revealed that information from the republican community in Northern Ireland played a crucial role in the recent arrests over the security force killings, the NI First Minister said on Tuesday. Peter Robinson said that senior police testified to the co-operation of nationalists after charging three people over the murder of a policeman and one over the killings of two soldiers. After Monday's widespread disruption caused by the dissidents, he said there was "no hiding place for those involved in terrorism" and that unionists should not under-estimate the importance of Sinn Feín's support for the police in bringing to justice those with whom they were once associated.
Which? Slams NI Airports
A study, commissioned by Which? yesterday placed both NI's main airports in the lower half of a league table of such UK facilities. Both George Best City and Belfast International airports have scored badly in the customer satisfaction survey looking at parking, shopping and eating facilities. The City Airport received an overall customer score of 55%, with it's parking voted the worst in the UK.
NIHE Installs New Boilers
Over 2,600 households across Northern Ireland have been making savings of up to £170 off their fuel bill after the Housing Executive installed oil condensing boilers. The Housing Executive has teamed up with OFTEC, the body for registered professionals in the oil heating industry, to promote the fitting of efficient A or B boilers across all households in line with current regulations.
(BMcC/JM)
The PSNI confirmed today that a west Belfast security alert, which forced residents to leave their homes on Tuesday near a petrol station, was declared a hoax around 2.15am this morning. Part of the Falls Road between Broadway and Donegall Road was closed off during the alert which began about 10pm last night and was dealt with by the Army's bomb disposal team, (remote-controlled bomb 'robot' pictured).
Vehicles Highjacked Around Lurgan
Two days of disruption continued for a time on Tuesday with two Belfast security alerts - both of which were declared hoaxes - and a series of vehicle highjackings in Co Armagh. A gang of masked men attacked seven vehicles during a nine-hour period in Lurgan, police have said. They targeted NIE, Royal Mail, Northern Ireland Water and other business vehicles. However, on a separate occasion, residents came to the assistance of a postman, and fought off the would-be hijackers.
See: Hoax Security Alerts Close School
Republican Sources Help Anti-Terror Fight
It has been revealed that information from the republican community in Northern Ireland played a crucial role in the recent arrests over the security force killings, the NI First Minister said on Tuesday. Peter Robinson said that senior police testified to the co-operation of nationalists after charging three people over the murder of a policeman and one over the killings of two soldiers. After Monday's widespread disruption caused by the dissidents, he said there was "no hiding place for those involved in terrorism" and that unionists should not under-estimate the importance of Sinn Feín's support for the police in bringing to justice those with whom they were once associated.
Which? Slams NI Airports
A study, commissioned by Which? yesterday placed both NI's main airports in the lower half of a league table of such UK facilities. Both George Best City and Belfast International airports have scored badly in the customer satisfaction survey looking at parking, shopping and eating facilities. The City Airport received an overall customer score of 55%, with it's parking voted the worst in the UK.
NIHE Installs New Boilers
Over 2,600 households across Northern Ireland have been making savings of up to £170 off their fuel bill after the Housing Executive installed oil condensing boilers. The Housing Executive has teamed up with OFTEC, the body for registered professionals in the oil heating industry, to promote the fitting of efficient A or B boilers across all households in line with current regulations.
(BMcC/JM)
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27 February 2013
Bomb Alert Was Hoax Says PSNI
A bomb alert in Newtownabbey has been declared a hoax. PSNI have described the security alert as an "elaborate hoax". The M5, was closed in both directions from Hazelbank to Doagh Road, on Tuesday night. All roads have re-opened.
Bomb Alert Was Hoax Says PSNI
A bomb alert in Newtownabbey has been declared a hoax. PSNI have described the security alert as an "elaborate hoax". The M5, was closed in both directions from Hazelbank to Doagh Road, on Tuesday night. All roads have re-opened.
21 January 2015
'Small Bomb' Found During Security Alert
Army bomb experts have been called to examine an explosive device found at an apartment block in east Belfast. Police said that a number of residents were evacuated from the apartments in the Short Strand Road area at about 20:00 on Tuesday night. They described the device as a "small bomb". No further details have been released.
'Small Bomb' Found During Security Alert
Army bomb experts have been called to examine an explosive device found at an apartment block in east Belfast. Police said that a number of residents were evacuated from the apartments in the Short Strand Road area at about 20:00 on Tuesday night. They described the device as a "small bomb". No further details have been released.
28 November 2013
Crossmaglen Security Alert Continues
A security alert is continuing in Crossmaglen this morning following the discovery of a suspicious object. On Wednesday, a device, understood to be a beer keg, was found left close to a north-south electricity interconnector. The discovery followed a telephone warning that a bomb had been left in the Co Armagh village.
Crossmaglen Security Alert Continues
A security alert is continuing in Crossmaglen this morning following the discovery of a suspicious object. On Wednesday, a device, understood to be a beer keg, was found left close to a north-south electricity interconnector. The discovery followed a telephone warning that a bomb had been left in the Co Armagh village.
01 February 2007
West Belfast security alert ends
A security alert in west Belfast has ended. Police have described the device, which was discovered in the Grosvenor Road area of the city as “viable.” A number of items have since been taken from the scene for forensic examination.
West Belfast security alert ends
A security alert in west Belfast has ended. Police have described the device, which was discovered in the Grosvenor Road area of the city as “viable.” A number of items have since been taken from the scene for forensic examination.
19 November 2007
Royal Avenue Reopened As Security Alert Ends
Belfast's Royal Avenue has now been reopened having been cordoned off in a security alert which saw hundreds of people evacuated from Castlecourt shopping complex. The main thoroughfare had been closed and surrounding premises evacuated. However, traffic disruption was minimal as the road is restricted to access vehicles and buses.
Royal Avenue Reopened As Security Alert Ends
Belfast's Royal Avenue has now been reopened having been cordoned off in a security alert which saw hundreds of people evacuated from Castlecourt shopping complex. The main thoroughfare had been closed and surrounding premises evacuated. However, traffic disruption was minimal as the road is restricted to access vehicles and buses.
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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.
