Charity has suffered ‘huge reputational damage’ over McMonagle – McKinney
Sinn Fein vice-president Michelle O’Neill said both the press officers lost their jobs and are no longer members of the party, adding that she apologised for the hurt and distress caused by their actions. Last month, McMonagle, 42, from Limewood Street, Londonderry, admitted a series of offences, including attempting to incite a child to engage in sexual activity. Fearghal McKinney, head of the BHF in Northern Ireland, said the charity was dismayed when their due diligence appeared to have been questioned. Stormont First Minister Michelle O’Neill apologised for the hurt and distress caused by the press officers’ actions (NI Assembly Broadcasting/PA)“This caused enormous distress and anxiety among our staff and unwavering supporters,” he told the BBC. “When this happened and there was damage caused, as we saw it, to our reputation, added damage we thought around the public comments that were made, we had to do something to make sure that the record was put straight,” he said.
Source:The Herald
October 07, 2024 11:16 UTC
Children evacuated from Dublin primary school after ‘major gas leak’
No injuries have been reported and parents are being told that coats and school bags are to be collected tomorrowA primary school in Dublin was forced to evacuate this morning following a “major gas leak”. “I think a gas main was hit and there was an evacuation of the two schools, there was just a big bang,” she said. “It was a bit frightening for the kids, but the school staff and parents kept calm and handled the situation as best as they could. They kept the kids feeling comfortable and not scared.”A spokesperson for Gas Networks Ireland said: “At 9:14am today, 7th Oct, Gas Networks Ireland responded immediately to a report of third-party damage to a gas pipeline in Lucan, Co Dublin. A statement from Dublin City Council added: “Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) is currently working with Gas Networks Ireland and An Garda Síochána near Esker Drive in Lucan after a gas main was struck.
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 11:13 UTC
‘I was once offered a meeting with Vladimir Putin and invited to stay at luxury hotel in Moscow’ – TD Peadar Tóibín
‘I was once offered a meeting with Vladimir Putin and invited to stay at luxury hotel in Moscow’ – TD Peadar TóibínHe rejected ‘strange’ proposal and calls on all Irish politicians to declare if they took up similar offersPeadar Tóibín says he was approached by someone on behalf of Vladimir Putin in 2017Gabija Gataveckaite Today at 03:30A TD has revealed he was offered a trip to Moscow, accommodation in a five-star hotel and a meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin.
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 08:24 UTC
Russian activity in Ireland ‘should come as no surprise to anyone’ – Simon Harris
Taoiseach Simon Harris was commenting after a report that Russian intelligence allegedly recruited an Irish politician as an agent. The Sunday Times reported that Russian intelligence used a “honeytrap” to recruit the politician as an agent during the Brexit talks, with one of the aims being to undermine relations between Britain, Ireland and the EU.
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 08:18 UTC
Johnnie Walker announces retirement from radio after 58 years
Johnnie Walker announces retirement from radio after 58 yearsBy Casey Cooper-Fiske, PA Entertainment ReporterDJ Johnnie Walker has made the “very sad announcement” he is retiring from radio after 58 years as a broadcaster. Walker then went on to tell listeners: “Now, that leads me to be making a very sad announcement. Speaking about taking over from Walker, Harris said: “I am proud and honoured to be taking over a BBC Radio 2 institution from a true broadcasting great. When the station closed he joined BBC Radio 1 in 1969, continuing until 1976, when he moved to San Francisco to record a weekly show which was broadcast on Radio Luxembourg. A special Sounds Of The 70s box-set collection on BBC Sounds will allow listeners to enjoy a selection of Walker’s best moments following the announcement.
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 04:41 UTC
'When a mink gets into an area, it’s like a human walking into Supermac’s' – meet the dog saving birds from one of Ireland's most troublesome mammals
'When a mink gets into an area, it’s like a human walking into Supermac’s' – meet the dog saving birds from one of Ireland's most troublesome mammalsAvian conservation efforts getting back on track thanks to Lorg the labradorLorg, the conservation detection dog sniffing out mink with handler Owen MurphyCaroline O'Doherty Today at 03:30Some sniffer dogs uncover drugs and others recover missing people, but one is on the trail of a ruthless killer.
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 04:32 UTC
Cross country Lady Hornets run in Guntersville meet
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Source:The Herald
October 07, 2024 03:30 UTC
Children's hospital contractor 'committed' to June 2025 completion date, says Health Minister
The National Children’s Hospital (NCH) contractor is “committed” to the June 2025 completion date, Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has said, following a meeting with Bam Ireland's parent company. In recent weeks, the National Paediatric Hospital Development Board (NPHDB) have become embroiled in a row with Bam over the project, with the board criticising the continued delays. Mr Donnelly said that BAM must now provide additional workers to the NCH site, following its commitment to a June 2025 completion deadline. The Health Minister also said that the plan to commission the hospital with equipment would be accelerated, with teams set to fit out the hospital much earlier now. Mr Donnelly said that he wanted to discuss the matter with her parents, Carol and James.
Source:Irish Examiner
October 07, 2024 03:14 UTC
Today’s top TV and streaming choices: Real Life with Lucy, Sicario and The Menendez Brothers
Real Life with Lucy Virgin Media One, 9pm In the first of a new series, reporter Lucy Kennedy investigates the spirit world while meeting psychics, mediums, a white witch and other believers. The Menendez Brothers Netflix, streaming now A sizeable 12.4 million people watched Monsters within the first four days of its release — hence its grip on the number-one spot for the last few weeks. For the first time since their incarceration in 1996, and in their own words, both brothers revisit the trial from prison. It's What's InsideIt’s What’s Inside Netflix, streaming now One person’s high-camp farce is another person’s favourite offering at SXSW and Sundance. What have they learned via their “12 hours a day online?” That it’s mostly a racist and hypersexualised space.
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 02:29 UTC
Patrickswell seal Limerick SHC semi-final spot
Patrickswell 0-20 Monaleen 0-18Patrickswell booked their spot in the Limerick Senior Hurling Championship semi-final after seeing off Monaleen on a 0-20 to 0-18 scoreline in Bruff. Cian Lynch then got the go-ahead score and strikes from Diarmaid Byrnes and Evan Fitzgerald quenched Monaleen hopes late on. Patrickswell, who now play Doon in the semi-final, opened the scoring through Kevin O’Brien early on with Lorcan Lyons soon levelling for Monaleen. Patrickswell: J Gillane; K Lynch, C Fitzgerald, J Flynn; M Carmody, N Foley, E Fitzgerald; J Murray, D Byrnes; A Gillane, C Lynch, C O’Gorman; K O’Brien, T O’Brien, P Kirby. Monaleen: J Power; L Morrison, R Lyons, N Clancy; J Fitzgerald, L Lyons, B Canny; D Langan, L McHale; M Fitzgerald, A La Touche Cosgrave, E O’Driscoll; B Hayes, D Ó Dálaigh, L Murphy.
Source:Irish Examiner
October 07, 2024 02:28 UTC
Ross County 1 Celtic 2: Instant reaction to the burning issues
Celtic spiritWhatever Rodgers said to his charges in the changing room at half-time provoked a reaction. Celtic posed far more of a threat in the final third early in the second half than they had in the first. McGregor went close after making a mazy upfield break and Daizen Maeda forced a save from Ross Laidlaw after a well-worked move. The right back initiated the attack which put Celtic in front and secured another three points. If they continue to perform as well in the weeks and months ahead they will challenge for a top six spot.
Source:The Herald
October 07, 2024 01:10 UTC
Drowned by hurricane, remote N.Carolina towns now struggle for water
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Source:The Herald
October 07, 2024 00:24 UTC
Sacred Heart School presents “Legally Blonde: The Musical”
Scenes from the school's special Legally Blonde Day which took place recently. Sacred Heart School presents “Legally Blonde: The Musical”Previous Next Image 1 of 2 Image 2 of 2Following last year’s sold-out production of Chicago, Sacred Heart School is thrilled to bring the vibrant and fun-filled Legally Blonde: The Musical to Esker Arts Centre, Tullamore, from Tuesday, November 5 to Thursday, November 7 at 7.30 pm. After last year’s rave reviews for Chicago, the cast and crew are ready to make Legally Blonde another standout success. With tickets selling fast, Legally Blonde: The Musical is set to be another sell-out hit. Don’t miss your chance to see this feel-good Broadway favourite brought to life by Sacred Heart School’s talented cast!
Source:Irish Independent
October 07, 2024 00:22 UTC
Ireland calls for end to violence on first anniversary of October 7 attacks
However, he said it is “not possible to view this anniversary in isolation from the justifiable outrage at the death and destruction suffered by ordinary Palestinians” in Gaza in the past year. The Tanaiste added that the violence must stop and a political process urgently start. “I think today of the hostages still in Gaza and their families who desperately want them home. “I recognise the hurt and sorrow of the Israeli people, and of the Jewish and Israeli communities here in Ireland and throughout the world. “There must be an immediate ceasefire and hostage release deal, and a massive scaling up of humanitarian assistance into Gaza.
Source:The Herald
October 06, 2024 23:22 UTC