Vincent Kearney

United Kingdom

Northern Editor at RTÉ

Northern Editor for @rtenews Mostly news but occasional craic. Seeker of wood through the trees ...Any opinions, mine and mine alone. @DartCenter Ochberg Fellow

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Two jailed for role in 'industrial scale' illegal dumping

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

Two company directors in Northern Ireland have been jailed for their roles in running one of the largest illegal dumps in Europe. A judge at Derry Crown Court today described their actions as an environmental crime on an industrial scale. The vast Mobuoy dump outside Derry is thought to cover more than 100 acres of land, or the size of about 70 football pitches. It is located beside the River Faughan, which supplies a large proportion of Derry's drinking water.
Pair jailed for roles in one of Europe's largest dumps

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

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Man charged with murder of his mother, 71, in Belfast

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

A man has been remanded in custody after being charged with murdering his mother in Belfast. Mary Green, 71, who was known as Marie, was pronounced dead at her home in the early hours of Tuesday. PSNI officers and paramedics responded to a call about an incident in a house on Shore Road in the north Belfast. They found the body of Marie Green inside. Her son, Lewis Green, appeared at Belfast Magistrates' Court charged with murder.
Judge to review Jeffrey Donaldson case later this month

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

A judge in the case of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife on historical sexual offences will review it later this month after receiving medical reports. A review hearing at Newry Crown Court this morning was told the judge had received three separate medical reports, with a further health assessment due to take place next month. At the end of a short hearing Judge Paul Ramsey said he will review the case again at the end of June and early August.
SF urge British govt to abide by Sean Brown inquiry order

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

Sinn Féin has again urged the British government to abide by court rulings ordering a public inquiry into the murder of GAA official Sean Brown in 1997. A coroner, High Court judge and three judges in the Court of Appeal have all ruled that a public inquiry is the only lawful remedy. The Irish Government has also backed calls by Mr Brown's family for a public inquiry.
British govt must deliver Casement Park funding

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill has said the British government must deliver on its commitment to provide substantial funding to help rebuild Casement Park, the home of Antrim GAA, in west Belfast. British Chancellor Rachel Reeves is due to announce a comprehensive spending review next Wednesday and it's viewed as a pivotal moment for the plan to redevelop the stadium.
Murder investigation as woman, 60s, found dead in Belfast

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

Police in Northern Ireland have begun a murder investigation following the death of a woman in north Belfast. Officers responded to a call about an incident at a house in the Shore Road area just before midnight last night. The woman, in her 60s, was found dead inside. A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody this evening. The scene is cordoned off as forensic examinations continue.
PSNI investigates sudden death of woman in north Belfast

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

Police are investigating the sudden death of a woman in north Belfast. Officers responded to a call about an incident at a house in the Shore Road area in the early hours of this morning. A woman was found dead inside. It is understood that a man was arrested at the scene. The scene is cordoned off as forensic examinations continue.
Stolen World War II gear returned after online campaign

1 month ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

Landing gear from a World War II bomber stolen from a memorial to 15 RAF airmen killed in a crash in the Cooley Mountains in Co Louth in 1942 has been returned after a social media campaign by a local community group. The heavy steel parts were removed from the site earlier this month and are believed to have been dragged down a mountain trail by a quad.
Union criticises Stormont over refusal to fund PSNI plan

1 month ago | rte.ie | Vincent Kearney

The union that represents rank and file police officers in Northern Ireland has accused the Stormont Executive of not giving a damn about policing after a refusal to fund a five-year recovery plan for the PSNI. The £200 million (€176m) plan included the recruitment of hundreds of new officers to increase the PSNI's headcount to 7,000 by 2028.