
Research by Ulster University has led to a new means of delivering 24/7 mental health support this Christmas being adopted by leading mental health charity Action Mental Health. The three-year research project was coordinated by researchers from Ulster University who oversaw the development of a multilingual mental well-being chatbot. The ChatPal chatbot can […]
Dec 22 2022 | Posted in
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Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland are warning of the risks associated with buying counterfeit goods. The caution comes in the run-up to Christmas, when seasonal shoppers may be tempted by a supposed ‘bargain’. It’s part of Operation Season’s Greetings, which delivers an all-encompassing safety message – from safe shopping to […]
Dec 22 2022 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin councillor Barra Ó Muirí has welcomed a commitment to start long overdue repair works to a number of roads in Newtownhamilton. The Slieve Gullion councillor says, “After much lobbying, we’re delighted that DFI has now committed to begin works on the Newry road and the Dundalk road in the new year. […]
Dec 21 2022 | Posted in
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Police launched an investigation into allegations of abuse within Mother and Baby Institutions, Work Houses and Magdalene Laundries in Northern Ireland on 6 October 2021. These institutions housed many, including pregnant women and girls from 1922 to 1990 in Northern Ireland. Thousands of people are said to have lived, worked or visited these […]
Dec 21 2022 | Posted in
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Over half (52%) of people are anticipating family arguments this Christmas with the majority (73%) blaming the cost-of-living crisis. ‘Turning the heating on’ is the top expected source of conflict (20%), followed by ‘how much to spend on gifts’ (18%) and ‘the expense of electricity used for Christmas lights’ (15%). In total, over […]
Dec 21 2022 | Posted in
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The Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency has released the third set of results from Census 2021. The information published provides data at a Northern Ireland level and for the 11 councils on the health of our population, housing (including renewable energy in homes) and also car ownership. For the first time in […]
Dec 20 2022 | Posted in
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It’s not just the Grinch who can steal Christmas, bogus callers will too! While Christmas is a time to welcome friends and family into our home, it is also a reminder that not all visitors will be spreading festive cheer; some will be bogus callers preying on the old and vulnerable claiming to be from […]
Dec 20 2022 | Posted in
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Detectives in Newry are appealing for information and witnesses following the report of a burglary in the Ashton Heights area on Wednesday, 7 December 2022. A report was received that a burglary had taken place on Wednesday evening between the hours of 7 pm and 10.45 pm. Entry had been gained to the […]
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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 […]
Dec 19 2022 | Posted in
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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 […]
Dec 19 2022 | Posted in
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