Man (85) arrested following sudden death of woman
Murder investigation launched after death of woman in her 80sBy Jonathan McCambridge, PADetectives have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in her 80s in Co Down. An 85-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the woman’s body was discovered at a property in the Hawthorne Court area of Bangor. A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police received a report of the death of a woman at a house in the Hawthorne Court area of the city shortly after 5.30pm on Sunday, June 2. “On arrival, officers located the body of a woman in the living room area of the property. “Sadly, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and inquiries are at an early stage in order to determine exactly what has happened.”The spokesperson added: “An 85-year-old man was arrested at the property on suspicion of murder.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 20:34 UTC
Investigation launched after protesters disrupt Simon Harris election canvass in Mayo
Investigation launched after protesters disrupt Simon Harris election canvass in MayoBy Jonathan McCambridge, PAGardaí have confirmed they are investigating after Simon Harris was reportedly pushed and jostled while on the campaign trail in Co Mayo. A small number of protesters targeted the Taioseach while he was canvassing in both Castlebar and Westport on Sunday. A Garda spokesman said: “Gardaí in Mayo are investigating all the circumstances of events which occurred in Westport, Co Mayo, yesterday, 2nd June 2024. “An Garda Síochána has no further comment at this time.”Speaking on Sunday, Mr Harris said he would not be deterred from campaigning. “But I think we should continue to amplify the fact that most people in this country are decent.”
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 20:14 UTC
‘Special moment’ as massive crane arrives in Scotland
The 932-tonne structure was transported to the west-facing freight port following a one-day journey from Cork in Ireland, where it was built. The cranes will help accommodate increased demand from cargo owners, and support growth in transatlantic trade, as well as future proof the port. Jim McSporran, port director at Peel Ports Clydeport, said: “It’s a really special moment to welcome the first of our two new cranes to the Port of Greenock. A naming competition for the cranes was launched by Peel Ports Clydeport in partnership with Inverclyde Council, with the winners announced earlier this year. Reduce your Capital Gains Tax bill by splitting assets with other halfThis article appears as part of the Money HQ newsletter.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 20:11 UTC
History making Derry first citizen vows to be a mayor for all
The SDLP representative became the first black mayor of a council in Northern Ireland on Monday night when she accepted the Derry City and Strabane District mayoral chain from her predecessor Patricia Logue. The 42-year-old, originally from Kenya, described herself as a “Maasai woman and a Derry girl”. Lilian Seenoi-Barr (Liam McBurney/PA)“Many of you know that I am deeply proud of my Maasai heritage, rich with culture and tradition. “I will be a mayor for everyone, one who will be accessible and one who will lead with hope. He said: “As the city’s first openly gay Lord Mayor, I want Belfast to be a place where everyone feels welcomed and included.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 19:26 UTC
Fidelity won't let me do a partial transfer of my stocks and shares Isa - what can I do?
I've been investing monthly into a Fidelity stocks and shares Isa across four different funds for the past 25 years. What I've found is that Fidelity (and other big stocks and shares fund providers) still don't allow partial Isa transfers. Transfer barred: Fidelity won't allow this reader to make a partial transfer out of their stocks and shares Isa, which was part of their plan for retirementSo my options are:1. Sell it all to cash, transfer out somewhere friendly, partial transfer-out some money and transfer back into Fidelity again. This seems strange and there is nothing about what criteria the sales team will use to approve partial transfers.
Source:Daily Mail
June 03, 2024 18:04 UTC
I've tried for 19 YEARS to get a one-year error in my NHS pension record put right - Steve Webb replies
One-year gap in NHS record: 'It would seem without a 23-year-old payslip I don't have a leg to stand on'I joined the NHS Pensions scheme in March 1987 as a student nurse. I had subsequent jobs in management positions all with the NHS until December 2016 when I left the UK to live in Ireland and my NHS pension contributions stopped. I have contacted NHS Pensions and resurrected the request, sent paperwork, copies of the emails, and letters from NHS Pensions acknowledging the problem, but they always have a reason why it can't be sorted. After this I was told by the NHS Pensions person I spoke to the only thing left to do was to complain to NHS Pensions. Your experiences are a reminder to everyone to check that their pension scheme has accurate information about their work history.
Source:Daily Mail
June 03, 2024 18:02 UTC
LE Candidates Q&A: Brian Crum (Independent Ireland)
Brian Crum. LE Candidates Q&A: Brian Crum (Independent Ireland)Kinnegad LEA1. Tell us a bit about yourselfMy name is Brian Crum, I’m married to Wendy – we have three children, Megan, James, and Andrew, and we live in Multyfarnham. What I see as the big issue in my area is that north Westmeath has been forgotten about. The Kinnegad LEA is in north Westmeath but it has been forgotten by the bigger parties in government, both at a national and local level.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 16:39 UTC
John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face Hungary
John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face HungaryBy Damian Spellman, PAJohn O’Shea will send the Republic of Ireland into friendly battle with Hungary on Tuesday night with one eye on the future despite not knowing if he will have a part to play in it. The interim boss, who also took charge of March’s fixtures against Belgium and Switzerland, will be at the helm once again as Ireland prepare for the new Nations League campaign, which gets under way against England in September. Here, we take a look at some of the talking points surrounding the game at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. In their absence, Leicester’s 21-year-old frontman Tom Cannon could be handed a senior debut after helping his club win promotion to the Premier League. Szmodics, who made his senior international debut against the Belgians in March, qualifies for the Magyars through his grandfather, but admitted earlier this year that Ireland was always his focus.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 15:40 UTC
John O’Shea’s Ireland audition goes on – talking points as Republic face Hungary
Here, the PA news agency takes a look at some of the talking points surrounding the game at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. Going for goalsRobbie Keane scored a record 68 goals in 146 appearances for Republic of Ireland before his retirement from international football in 2016 (Niall Carson/PA)Since the retirement of record goalscorer Robbie Keane in 2016, Ireland have been far from prolific. In their absence, Leicester’s 21-year-old frontman Tom Cannon could be handed a senior debut after helping his club win promotion to the Premier League. Sliding doors moment for SammieSammie Szmodics (left) made his senior Republic of Ireland debut against Belgium in March (Lorraine O’Sullivan/PA)In-form Blackburn striker Sammie Szmodics will hope to line up against Hungary knowing he could have been doing so for the opposition. Szmodics, who made his senior international debut against the Belgians in March, qualifies for the Magyars through his grandfather, but admitted earlier this year that Ireland was always his focus.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 15:38 UTC
Teen in critical condition after single-vehicle crash in Mayo
Teen in critical condition after single-vehicle crash in MayoA teenager is in a critical condition following a single-vehicle crash in Mayo in the early hours of Monday morning. The incident happened shortly before 4am on the N5 at Deerpark near Swinford. The occupants of the car, five males all in their teens, were taken from the scene by ambulance to Mayo University Hospital. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Ballina Garda Station at 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 14:37 UTC
Football rumours: Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leaves
Football rumours: Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leavesBy PA Sport StaffWhat the papers sayJadon Sancho is reportedly willing to return to Manchester United but only if manager Erik ten Hag leaves the club this summer, according to the Mirror. Sancho has been on loan at Champions League runners-up Borussia Dortmund after falling out with the United manager earlier in the season. Crystal Palace are interested in Leeds winger Crysencio Summerville if the club fails to hold on to star duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, the Mirror reports. West Ham have moved a step closer to signing 18-year-old Brazilian forward Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras, according to the Times. Social media round-upPlayers to watchBruno Fernandes: German giants Bayern Munich are interested in signing the 29-year-old Manchester United midfielder, Portuguese outlet O Jogo reports.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 14:37 UTC
Tributes paid to nephew of Sinn Féin politician after lough tragedy
Tributes paid to nephew of Sinn Féin politician after lough tragedyDavid Young, PATributes have been paid to a man who died after getting into difficulty in a lake in Co Tyrone. Fiachra Ó Faoláin, who was in his 20s, was a nephew of Sinn Féin MLA Colm Gildernew and former Sinn Féin MP Michelle Gildernew. It is understood Mr Ó Faoláin entered Carrick Lough in the Carricklongfield Road area of Aughnacloy at about around 11pm on Saturday. Colm Gildernew issued a statement on behalf of the Ó Faoláin family. You were one in a million Fiachra Ó Faoláin.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 14:34 UTC
It's Your Business: Trades District propels Bloomington toward a bright future
Pat EastSpecial to The Herald-TimesIn his March 2024 “It’s Your Business” column, John Fernandez, The Mill’s senior vice president for innovation and strategic partnerships, elaborated on how the Trades District is set to reshape Bloomington’s future. Under John’s leadership, The Mill has made significant strides in advancing the city’s vision for the Trades District since March. The LOI includes the sale of two parcels in the Trades District for $1.2 million to build a premium brand hotel. The Trades District hotel will cement the district as a destination for business, innovation and collaboration, and offers new lodging, dining and meeting spaces. As John noted in his March column, the Trades District isn’t just about buildings and businesses; it’s about creating a future where Bloomington thrives as a hub for innovation and opportunity.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 13:44 UTC
Paul Hogan (Independent Ireland), Moate
Paul Hogan (Independent Ireland), MoateWe sent a questionnaire to all 8 candidates running in the Moate Electoral Area in the forthcoming Westmeath County Council election. The responses were published in print in the Westmeath Independent last Wednesday. PARTY: Independent IrelandSPECIAL AREAS OF INTEREST:Housing, community grants, planning, welfare. I am also running to ensure that we have the strongest possible team of councillors returned to Westmeath County Council. * Note: Paul Hogan is also standing as a candidate in the Athlone electoral area.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 13:11 UTC
John Lawlor (Sinn Féin), Moate
John Lawlor (Sinn Féin), MoateWe sent a questionnaire to all 8 candidates running in the Moate Electoral Area in the forthcoming Westmeath County Council election. PARTY: Sinn FéinSPECIAL AREAS OF INTEREST:As a youth support worker, I lobby on behalf of young people to help provide them with greater independence. Watching these young people tackle their challenges inspires me to be the best support worker and community servant I can. Being a local councillor would mean that I could provide greater outreach and facilitate much-needed change. I worked in construction most of my life, but have since retrained as a healthcare worker.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 13:07 UTC