Police in Belfast attacked with petrol and paint bombs
Police in Belfast attacked with petrol and paint bombsJonathan McCambridge, PAPolice have been attacked with petrol and paint bombs in Belfast. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) urged the public to avoid the Broadway Roundabout area in the south of the city. In a statement issued on Monday evening, a PSNI spokesperson confirmed officers had attended reports of "ongoing disorder in the area". The spokesperson added: "Petrol and paint bombs have been thrown at officers and police vehicles."
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 20:27 UTC
The Big Tech Show: Samsung Unpacked – from a new smart ring, to folding phones, to Sydney Sweeney looking bored
Has Samsung’s Galaxy Ring kicked off the “smart ring” era? The electronics company revealed a new range of foldable smartphones, smartwatches and a smart ring at its Unpacked event this week. Adrian spoke about this being a significant move by Samsung into the smart ring space which has largely been dominated by market leader Oura. The Galaxy Ring however is more discreet and more sleek than previous smart rings. The “smart ring” era has kicked off in earnest with Samsung’s announcement of its Galaxy Ring.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 17:57 UTC
Public submissions invited on Offaly Local Property Tax
Aras an Chontae, the HQ of Offaly County Council on Charleville Road in Tullamore. Public submissions invited on Offaly Local Property TaxOffaly County Council is seeking submissions from the public on the Local Property Tax rate for the coming year. On foot of the submissions, the council will consider whether or not to make any adjustments at their September 16 meeting. The council has published the following notice on its website:“The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that elected members of a Local Authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area by a percentage known as the local adjustment factor. At the meeting set by Offaly County Council to consider this matter, the members may set a local adjustment factor within the range of +/- 15% of the basic rate, or, may decide not to adjust the basic rate.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 16:27 UTC
German travel agents cruise through Offaly
German travel agents getting ready to enjoy a cruise on the Shannon, with Ona Barrett Perez, Tourism Ireland (back, right); and Brian Kirwin, Le Boat (centre, left). German travel agents cruise through OffalyA group of travel agents working with German tour operator ADAC Reisen have been visiting Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, cruising on the River Shannon. They were here as guests of Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland, and cruising tour operator Le Boat. The travel agents cruised to Shannonbridge and Banagher. “Tourism Ireland was delighted to invite this group of travel agents to cruise along the Shannon,” said Nadine Lehmann, Tourism Ireland’s Manager Germany.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 16:27 UTC
Urgent appeal over rescue husky missing in Offaly
Asha, a rescue husky who has been missing from Rhode in Offaly on Thursday. Urgent appeal over rescue husky missing in OffalyHusky Rescue Ireland has renewed an appeal for information on one of its foster dogs, Asha, who went missing in Offaly last Thursday morning. Andy, from Husky Rescue Ireland, told the Offaly Independent that Asha was between 11 and 12 years old, and was losing her sight. she is chipped to us, and we have also contacted the Offaly dog warden in case she is found," read a post from Husky Rescue Ireland. Anyone with information can get in touch with the 'Husky Rescue Ireland' Facebook page or contact Andy on 085 247 3805.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 16:27 UTC
Climate change increasingly taking a toll on Oregon farmers, ranchers
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Source:The Herald
July 16, 2024 14:53 UTC
Less than 15pc of renters availing of tax credit worth up to €1,500 a year
Photo: Arthur CarronThere has been an extremely small take-up of the tax credit for renters despite the surge in the cost of renting. The renter tax credit was increased to €750 as part of Budget 2024, or €1,500 per couple. Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 15thLast year 256,205 renters claimed the tax credit, at a total cost of €145m. “I am very concerned at the low uptake of the renter’s tax credit and the lower update in its second year,” Mr Ó Broin said. Mr Ó Broin said average rent increases are far greater than the average amount of the tax credit for both new and existing renters.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 13:26 UTC
Tullamore resident releases his debut novel
The cover of 'The Calling' by Noel M. Lynagh. Tullamore resident releases his debut novelTullamore resident Noel M. Lynagh has announced the release of his debut novel, entitled The Calling. Eventually, however, he returns to his spiritual roots and enters a monastery (in England), where, ironically, he finds himself confronting a profound crisis of faith. Jamie’s evolving understanding of himself and the world culminates in a groundbreaking epiphany that challenges conventional ideas about faith and existence. Through his story, Lynagh explores deep philosophical questions and offers readers a fresh perspective on the meaning of life.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 12:44 UTC
ACC to use Apple's iPads on football sidelines and in coaching booths for video playback this fall
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Source:The Herald
July 16, 2024 09:02 UTC
Beekeeping conference to take place in Tullamore later this month
Beekeeping conference to take place in Tullamore later this month'It's all about the pollen' is the theme of a beekeeping conference which will take place in Tullamore later this month. FIBKA (the Federation of Irish Beekeepers Associations) is holding its annual summer beekeeping conference in the Sacred Heart Secondary School, Tullamore, from July 26 to July 28. This year's guest speaker is Jamie Ellis, a professor of entomology and honeybee research, who will be visiting from the US. The event also includes The National Honey Show, which is sponsored by Bord Bia. The three-day conference is open to all beekeepers and members of the public, and FIBKA said 'real honey' would be available for sale at it also.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 05:45 UTC
Established gastro pub business in historic property
Established gastro pub business in historic Ferbane propertyPrevious Next Image 1 of 4 Anton K. Image 2 of 4 Anton K. Image 3 of 4 Anton K. Image 4 of 4Property Partners Moore Larkin are delighted to bring to the market Hennessy's Gastro Pub, Main Street, Ferbane, County Offaly. In addition to this, the property also includes a four-bedroom, beautifully presented residential living accommodation.The entire property measures approximately 439 sq. ft and stands on a large site measuring a total area of 0.28 ha/0.69 acres which has further development potential. The current proprietors acquired the property ten years ago and, in that time, continued to grow the business year after year into the well-established Gastro Pub that Hennessy's now is - they have put Ferbane firmly on the map as a foodie destination. For further information, contact Ollie Moore at 086 8595186, Property Partners Moore Larkin.
Source:Irish Independent
July 05, 2024 17:08 UTC
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Source:The Herald
July 05, 2024 14:35 UTC
West Tyrone MP makes A5 pledge after election victory
West Tyrone MP makes A5 pledge after election victoryBy Victoria Johnston, PAThe returned MP for West Tyrone has pledged to ensure “the A5 is built” under Sinn Féin’s watch. To date, there have been more than 50 deaths on the stretch of road since 2006. Orflaith Begley was returned as MP for West Tyrone with 22,711 votes in what was another thumping victory for Sinn Féin announced at the Meadowbank Arena in Magherafelt. In her victory speech, she paid tribute to her husband Conor and her six-month-old daughter. The SDLP’s Daniel McCrossan secured 5,821 votes, seeing a fall in his vote from his 2019 total of 7,330.
Source:Irish Independent
July 05, 2024 11:20 UTC
UUP's Tim Collins blames defeat on voter interest in ‘potholes and hedges’
By Gráinne Ní Aodha, PAAn Iraq War British Army colonel blamed people being more interested in “potholes and hedges” than international affairs after failing to secure victory in a Northern Ireland constituency. “People in North Down, I think they don’t want someone who doesn’t live in Northern Ireland,” he told the BBC. “They’re interested in local politics, they’re not interested in cutting VAT, they’re not interested in international affairs. They’re interested in potholes and hedges.”Asked would he run again in Northern Ireland in five years’ time, he said he could not predict what he would be doing then. “It’s Northern Ireland, they don’t understand these things.
Source:The Herald
July 05, 2024 09:10 UTC