Detectives are appealing for information following a report of arson with intent at residential premises in the Clanrye Avenue area of Newry on Friday 9 December. Shortly before 7 pm, it was reported a petrol bomb was thrown at a house in the area. The object did not ignite, but damage was caused […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland is offering reassurance to retailers and businesses around Northern Ireland that reducing retail crime will be a priority over the festive period. Police are urging retailers to be vigilant and report crime whenever it takes place. Chief Superintendent Darrin Jones, the Service’s Business Crime lead says, “We […]
Many people will be preparing to travel this Christmas, whether it is going home for the holidays or celebrating in a different country. To help the journey go as smoothly as possible, the Consumer Council is helping Northern Ireland consumers prepare for their journeys with its Top Travel Tips. Richard Williams, Head of […]
NI Water says it is dealing with a 250% increase in the number of burst mains and is aware of an increase in customer-side-related issues as a result of the current very cold weather. NI Water is planning and mobilising its resources to address any issues which might arise from extreme weather conditions […]
Almost 30 pups have been rescued at Belfast Port as part of a multi-agency crackdown against illegal puppy trafficking and Christmas puppy sales. The crackdown is the latest in a significant series of seizures at Northern Ireland’s (NI) ports and is part of the ‘Paws for Thought’ initiative, where dogs and pups travelling […]
Almost 4 in 10 festive home cooks in the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area are agonising about getting Christmas dinner right this year, new safefood research has revealed. The poll of over 500 adults across Northern Ireland has found that over half of local people (55%) admit that the cost of […]
Many Northern Ireland consumers will be sending festive cards and presents to family and friends through the post over the next few weeks and The Consumer Council has put together some top tips to help consumers ensure their cards and parcels arrive on time and get the best deal on postage. Michael Legg, […]
Documents surrounding the political negotiations that led up to the signing of the Good Friday Agreement are now available online. Almost 500 documents relating to 1997 and 1998 have been added to the CAIN (Conflict Archive on the Internet) website – a partnership between the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) and […]
With the festive season looming, Northern Ireland Animal Welfare Charity, the USPCA, alongside the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has urged the public to think twice about buying an animal this Christmas. They advise any potential pet owner to think very carefully to ensure they can provide for the animal’s […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has said people cannot wait any longer for support with their heating bills as the cold winter begins to bite. Speaking after Firmus announced gas prices will go down from the beginning of January, the Newry and Armagh MP says, “After numerous hikes which have put prices through […]
