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Archive | March, 2020

Falls Glider service Diverted After Latest attack

THE Glider service is to be diverted away from Falls Road after an attack left two windows smashed on a vehicle. Unite the Union says the service will be diverted after 7pm, from Falls Road onto the M1 motorway turning back up at Kennedy way, to safeguard the safety and welfare of drivers and passengers. […]

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Renewed calls to shut schools

THERE have been renewed calls to shut schools in the north to combat the spread of the coronavirus. Ten special schools closed indefinitely from today (Monday). Principals said this would allow them to seek clear guidance on the health and safety issues facing their pupils. Eleven new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in the north […]

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Gaelic Games put on hold due to COVID-19

GAELIC Games are on lockdown following today’s announcement by Taoiseach Leo Varakar that the Republic of Ireland will move to close schools, colleges and childcare facilities with indoor gatherings of over 100 not permitted as-well-as outdoor activities numbering over 500. The GAA along with the Camogie Association and Ladies Gaelic Football Association was quick to […]

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Coronavirus begins to impact on Belfast

FIRM measures are being implemented across Belfast as steps are taken to try and contain the spread of coronavirus. Two more people tested positive for COVID-19 in the north yesterday, bringing the total number to 18. All are linked to travel in Northern Italy or being in contact with someone who has returned from the […]

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Eskander wants another chance of life

ESKANDER ran for an hour in total darkness the night the military burned down his family home. His mother had told him to run to her brother’s house to find refuge: the military had already come in the night and killed his father and his brother, and he was likely to be in similar danger. […]

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Ligoniel lad reaches out to share his harrowing experiences

A LIGONIEL teenager is hoping by sharing his own story about suicide and mental health matters that he can help others who are struggling with their own issues. 17-year-old Aidan McMeekin has suffered from poor mental health and depression since he was just 14-years-old. However, his state of mind took a turn for the worse […]

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