High Covid rate in North a worry for adjoining counties
877 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the North in the past 24 hours with 3 additional deaths. It comes as level 4 restrictions for border counties may be considered by the government if the North goes into lockdown due to the high number of cases. Stormont’s Deputy First…
People of the North in Pope’s thoughts and prayers
The Pope has called for perseverance in the ongoing effort to establish a lasting peace in Northern Ireland. Addressing tens of thousands of pilgrims at the Marian Shrine in Knock, Co Mayo, yesterday, he urged everyone to continue the work of reconciliation Pope Francis made it clear that although he…
Sinn Fein insisting on special status for the North after Brexit
A North West MEP says Sinn Fein remains committed to its stance that a special status needs to be acquired for the North in the Brexit negotiations. Matt Carthy says that sometimes he feels that the DUP forgets that Northern Ireland voted to remain in the Brexit referendum. He says…
Young Belleek woman’s election concludes a good weekend for Sinn Fein in the North
A 26 year old in Belleek is celebrating following her election in the Northern Irish elections over the weekend. Jemma Dolan who has close Donegal connections was elected on the third county in the Fermanagh South Tyrone constituency. She is one of the two youngest MLAs who were successful in…