Monthly Archives: June 2019

Six new faces will be representing residents in Carrickfergus wards after voters went to the polls on Thursday. Across Mid and East Antrim Council’s district electoral areas of Carrick Castle, Knockagh and Larne Lough, nine sitting representatives will be returning to the chamber. In the Carrick Castle DEA, Alliance’s Lauren Gray topped the poll with 1,210 first preference votes, easing past the quota of 943 votes. She said: “I’m delighted to have gained back a seat for Alliance which was lost in 2014. The result in topping the poll is a testament to the hard work and dedication of so many local volunteers.” Cllr Gray will be representing the DEA alongside the DUP’s Billy Ashe and Cheryl Johnston and Robin Stewart and John McDermott of the UUP. Former UKIP Cllr Noel Jordan (Independent) lost his seat. Andrew Wilson (UUP) and Peter Johnston (DUP) will be returning to the chamber for … Continue reading →

August 18 2014 The video emerged on Saturday of masked men dressed in military-style clothing and balaclavas firing a volley of shots in tribute to convicted murderer Tony Catney. It shows three men armed with Ak47 rifles in front of a photograph of the ex-prisoner, a tricolour and a floral “IRA” tribute to mark his death. The DUP’s William Humphrey, MLA for North Belfast, branded the salute as “evil”, saying it was clearly an attempt by dissidents to “assert their authority”. UUP MLA Roy Beggs also condemned the gun men’s actions, saying they were glorifying terrorism. Credit: Belfast Telegraph   Parliamentary reports show first speaker only – follow this lnk for the full transcription. Articles may come from parliamentary reports, various public news feeds and Google News Search. Content is republished here for context. Copyright is respected and remains with the original author at all times. Original Article:https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/video-news/video-unionist-politicians-brand-video-of-masked-gunmen-firing-shots-in-tribute-to-ira-man-tony-catney-as-evil-30516243.html

Police have seized 10 deal sized bags of white powder during a proactive operation in Mid and East Antrim this morning. The search was conducted by officers from the Carrickfergus and Larne Neighbourhood Police Team at a residential address in the borough. A PSNI spokesperson said: “It’s not looking like a white Christmas in one local household. 10 deal sized bags of white powder, which we believe to be cocaine, were seized during this proactive operation. “One male was arrested at the scene and is currently assisting us with our enquiries. “Drug dealers care only about money, quite often they will mix drugs with all sorts of household powders to pad it out and increase their profits. “Drugs kill and addiction ruins lives! It’s time to take back our communities from the thugs who claim to exist to defend the very people they terrorise.” Parliamentary reports show first speaker only … Continue reading →

This year’s Darkness into Light event will take place at V36, Newtownabbey, on Saturday, May 11, at 4.15am. Hundreds of thousands of people around the world will get together at 4.15am to walk from the darkness of night into the light of morning as the sun rises symbolising hope. You can take part by running or walking the 5km, with your friends, family or by yourself. The event highlights the support available for those who have been affected by suicide or have had suicidal thoughts and sparks conversation about the importance of mental health and wellbeing in our lives. Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Paul Michael, said: “Last year 238 people registered for the Darkness into Light event at V36, Newtownabbey. This raised over £12,000 for charities and organisations which help raise awareness of suicide as well as providing vital support for those who need it most. The event … Continue reading →

Police are appealing for information after a man was beaten in a paramilitary-style sledgehammer attack in Larne on Sunday night. The incident occurred in a house at Woodvale, in the Tullygarley area of the town, at approximately 11.25 pm. The victim, who is aged in his 20s, is being treated in hospital for life-changing injuries. Police have confirmed that the “brutal attack” is being treated as a “paramilitary style assault”. Detective Sergeant Pete Crothers said: “We received a report just before 11.25pm that a number of men with sledgehammers were seen running down an alleyway in the Woodvale area and that a man was heard screaming from a nearby property. “Police attended and located a man inside a property, where a number of windows were smashed. “The man, aged in his 20s, sustained injuries to his legs and arms and is being treated in hospital for what are described as … Continue reading →