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Passing of priest described as a 'saint on earth'

Mourners gathered at the weekend for the funeral of an 'exceptional' priest, Fr Martin Dowley who died on Wednesday, August 10 at Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey in Portglenone, aged 96 years-old. The popular cleric had been based at the abbey for more ...

16 Aug 2022 at 14:39

Northern Ireland

Minister ‘considering options’ for future of Muckamore

Health Minister Robin Swann said he is considering options for the future role of Muckamore Abbey Hospital in Co Antrim. He was commenting on an independent review of the learning disability resettlement programme in Northern Ireland. The review ...

29 Sept 2022 at 15:02

Arts & Entertainment

Page from 800-year-old bible goes on display

A page from a bible crafted 800 years ago by the monks of Glastonbury Abbey is on public display at its former home for the first time. The double-sided sheet is made from vellum, a specially prepared animal skin, usually that of a calf – that ...

04 Aug 2022 at 15:50

Local News

Drugged driver who crashed into a telegraph pole and another vehicle disqualified at Derry Court

A man who was found in the driver's seat of a car that had crashed into a telegraph pole and another vehicle was found to have traces of cocaine, Xanax and Diazepam in his blood Derry Magistrate's Court heard today. Darren Joseph Sweeney (42) ...

14 Nov 2022 at 19:00

Northern Ireland

Muckamore inquiry chair hopes to complete hearing patient evidence in 2023

The chair of the Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry said he hopes to complete hearing evidence of patient experience in the new year. The inquiry is examining allegations of the abuse of vulnerable patients at the Co Antrim facility. It opened ...

21 Dec 2022 at 13:31

Northern Ireland

Muckamore public inquiry chair says he hopes all witnesses will make statements

The chair of the public inquiry into allegations of abuse of patients at Muckamore Abbey Hospital in Co Antrim has said he hopes all witnesses will agree to give statements. Tom Kark KC made the remarks as he explained why he was denying a ...

23 Nov 2022 at 12:50

Northern Ireland

Ant and Dec to join young people supported by the Prince’s Trust at coronation

TV presenters Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly will join young people who have been supported by the Prince’s Trust at the coronation this weekend. The pair will attend the event at Westminster Abbey in their capacity as goodwill ...

01 May 2023 at 13:50

Northern Ireland

Troop keeping alive centuries of military tradition on coronation day

A ceremonial military troop will keep centuries of tradition in Royal Hillsborough alive when it takes part in events in the Co Down village to mark the King’s coronation. As part of Saturday’s celebrations, Andrew Carlisle, bugler ...

03 May 2023 at 10:18

Northern Ireland

Queen’s coronation bouquet laid in Westminster Abbey

The Queen’s coronation bouquet has been laid at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior, Buckingham Palace has said. The flowers were placed on the grave at Westminster Abbey at Camilla’s request following Saturday’s coronation service ...

07 May 2023 at 12:04

Northern Ireland

Coronation flowers and foliage: Which blooms and branches have been chosen?

Westminster Abbey will be decked out in seasonal flowers and foliage grown around the UK and expertly arranged by Shane Connolly and Co. Here is a closer look at how the historic church will be decorated with an array of blooms,...

04 May 2023 at 22:00

National News

IN PICTURES: Crowds bask in sunshine at day 2 of Electric Picnic

Day 2 of Electric Picnic enjoyed warm sunshine as music-lover were treated to a diverse line-up including Paolo Nutini, Fred Again, Idles and more local acts such as Chasing Abbey. Photographer Alf Harvey was there to capture ...

03 Sept 2023 at 11:23

Arts & Entertainment

Irish act signs global record deal with new single out this week

Irish act Chasing Abbey have signed a global record deal. They confirmed the news on their social media accounts this week. The trio from Tullamore signed the global deal with Spinnin' Records and Warner Music. Bee (Jonathan ...

11 Jul 2023 at 11:30

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