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Jeffrey Donaldson's trial is nearing its end. The court has now heard the closing arguments – all that remains is for the judge to give directions to the jury. On Wednesday, Donaldson's barrister told the jury the complainants were “not sufficiently reliable enough to drive you to a sure conclusion that he is guilty”. 63-year-old Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to 18 alleged offences which include one count of rape and allegations of indecent assault and gross indecency. His wife Eleanor Donaldson's barrister asked the jury to end her nightmare by returning verdicts that she did not do the acts alleged. The sixty-year-old from Dublinhill Road in Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting her husband's alleged offending. She is facing a trial of the facts to test the evidence in the case but cannot result in a criminal conviction. Allison Morris was in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A prosecution barrister has told a jury that the two complainants in the case against Jeffrey Donaldson had ‘No reason to lie'. But Jeffrey Donaldson's barrister has told the jury to look at evidence ‘dispassionately', and that “When all is said and done, it is their word against his word”. Rosemary Walsh KC, for the prosecution, told the jury in Newry Crown Court that Jeffrey Donaldson's wife Eleanor “was aware her husband had a sexual interest in pre-pubescent girls”. The former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is accused of rape and several counts of gross indecency and of indecent assault. The 63 year old has pleaded not guilty to the 18 alleged offences. Eleanor Donaldson, from Dublinhill Road, Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting her husband's alleged offending. Allison Morris is covering the trial for the Belfast Telegraph Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Jeffrey Donaldson trial has now entered its third week. Allison Morris, Crime Correspondent with The Belfast Telegraph joins Fionnán Sheahan to discuss the secret recordings, letters of 'repent' and WhatsApp's at centre of the high-profile trial. ­ Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of The DUP, faces historic rape and indecency charges. Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to a total of 18 alleged offences. The charges span a time period between 1985 and 2008 and involve two alleged victims. ­ Eleanor Donaldson, from Dublinhill Road, Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting her husband's alleged offending. She is subject to a trial of the facts after being ruled unfit to stand trial due to mental health issues. ­ We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Almost like a bomb went off”, that's it was like, a witness told Newry Crown Court, when one of Jeffrey Donaldson's alleged victims confided in her. Claire Selfridge was giving evidence on the eighth day of the trial. The jury also heard a claim that Jeffrey Donaldson asked one of the complainants to forgive him. The former DUP leader is accused of rape and several counts of gross indecency and of indecent assault. The 63-year-old has pleaded not guilty to the 18 alleged offences. The charges span a period between 1985 and 2008 involving two alleged victims. Eleanor Donaldson, from Dublinhill Road, Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting her husband's alleged offending. She is facing a trial of the facts. Kurtis Reid reports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A woman who claims former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson raped her as a child has told a court in Newry she regrets not contacting police sooner. Witness B said she has “tried not to be a victim” in the years since the alleged abuse. During cross-examination on Wednesday afternoon, she said she wished she had “screamed out”. Jeffrey Donaldson is accused of rape and several counts of gross indecency and of indecent assault. The former MP has pleaded not guilty to the 18 alleged offences. His wife, Eleanor Donaldson, from Dublinhill Road in Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting – she faces a trial of the facts as she has been ruled unfit for a criminal trial. Allison Morris is covering the trial for the Belfast Telegraph. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor Donaldson “did nothing” when told of an allegation of abuse by her husband, Jeffrey Donaldson, a court has heard. The claim from one of the alleged victims came during week two of the former DUP leader's trial. 63-year-old Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to 18 alleged offences. The charges include one count of rape and allegations of indecent assault and gross indecency. Donaldson's wife Lady Eleanor Donaldson, from Dublinhill Road, Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting her husband's alleged offending. The 60-year-old is facing a trial of the facts, not a criminal trial, after judge Paul Ramsey ruled her unfit to stand trial on mental health grounds. Allison Morris was in court for day four of evidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeffrey Donaldson's wife planted a listening device in his car after becoming suspicious he was having affair with a constituent, a court in Newry has been told. The 63-year-old former MP in on trial in relation to 18 alleged historical sex offence charges, dating from 1985 to 2008 – including a charge of rape. He denies all of the charges against him. His wife Eleanor Donaldson, of Dublinhill Road, Dromore in Co Down, is charged with aiding and abetting. She denies the charges. She will not be in court and is facing a trial of the facts as she has been ruled medically unfit to stand trial. Allison Morris was in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is peak bee season and busy bees mean busy beekeepers. Oliver chats to Chris Hodges, from VeesBees, co-founder of the Loughshore Apiary in beautiful Co Down. Back from the Brink starts this Sunday, May 17th on RTÉ One at 6.30pm.

Oliver Callan Oliver's monologue on a Monday.

Aaron Beggs, from the North Down Athletic Club, the Co Down runner who went viral after helping exhausted man finish marathon.

The first major of the 2026 season is in the bag and it's another win for the lad from Holywood, Co Down. However, the Masters conjured up it's usual drama and storylines. The ITFOG team discuss triumphs and disasters, shocks and surprises, bad behaviour and consequences as Augusta National again became the focus of the golfing world.Did this year's Masters deliver excitement, drama and intrigue? Did LIV Golf players make any impact? Which ITFOG team member won the predictions game and be crowned the Prediction's King?Interact with the podcast via our portals on X @ITFOG_podcast, Instagram @ITFOG or BlueSky @ITFOG-podcast

The Co Down native (and principal dancer with The Royal Ballet in London) chats about finding her vocation very early in life. She brings 'Melissa Hamilton's Ballet Stars Gala' to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in May Details: www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie

Lorraine Killen joins Eve Blair in the studio for a lively chat about all things farming. Plus, at Millbank Farm in County Down, Eve meets sixth generation farmer Emily McGowan, they have farmed the same land in Killinchy since 1889, rearing sheep, broiler chickens and Highland cows. And staying in Co Down, at the Kelly family farm at Ballyalton, Eve learns how a rare owl colony is thriving.

The former gaelic footballer and Crossfit champion from Co Down chats about his sporting career and why the tv show Heated Rivalry prompted him to publicly come out as gay

Anne O'Brien saw her son leave for a holiday on a Greek island, only to return home in a coffin. For more than four years, the family of Niall O'Brien (21) have sought justice. Joseph Patrick Connolly (24), from Rostrevor, Co Down, was found guilty of fatal bodily harm when he punched Niall in the early hours of August 30, 2021. Connolly was found guilty after a court hearing in Ermoupoli, on the island of Syros. He received a six-year sentence, but was released on bail pending an appeal. “My son went to Ios to have the holiday of a lifetime and he came home to me in a coffin,” Mrs O'Brien told the court. Host; Ciaran Dunbar, Guest; Mark Tighe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr John Donlon, Veterinary Lecturer at Atlantic Technological University

Testing has been increased after the first suspected case of bluetongue on the island of Ireland. Two cows were culled after concerns were raised at an abattoir in Co Down. The disease is spread by midges and while it is not a threat to humans or to food safety, it can very serious for cloven-hoofed animals including cattle and sheep. Jerry spoke to Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on agriculture TD Martin Kenny. Sinn Féin is hosting a public meeting on the Mercosur trade deal which is taking place at the Longcourt Hotel, Newcastle West at 7 o’clock tonight.

Valentine Hodges, Chairperson of the Ulster Beekeepers Association, discusses the sighting of an Asian hornet in County Down.

The funeral of 65-year-old Mark Lenaghan in Co Down last week attracted a large crowd and plenty of well-wishes for the beloved local reverend, but not everyone present knew about his former life as an IRA gunman who specialised in remorseless violence. How did Lenaghan find faith and leave his troubled past behind? ­ Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Hugh JordanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the brutal murder of 77-year-old Matilda "Tilly" Campbell in Donaghadee, Co Down. Nules recounts the events of October 2006, when Tilly was found dead in her burning home. Through forensic evidence and witness accounts, the narrative unfolds, revealing the shocking truth about who was responsible for the heinous crime. The episode explores the impact on the tight-knit community, the painstaking investigation process, and the eventual conviction. It paints a poignant picture of Tilly's life and the senseless violence that ended it, leaving listeners with a sobering reflection on safety and trust in small-town communities. Head over to the Ireland Crimes and Mysteries website for more !www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ie Join me over on Patreon for extra perks https://www.patreon.com/IrelandCrimesandMysteriesEarly access to episodes, monthly livestreams where we will be discussing the cases I've covered and much more as we build our own community. Follow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/irelandcrimesandmysteries/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@irelandcrimesandmysteries Follow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/irelandcrimesandmysteries/ Follow on Threads:https://www.threads.net/@irelandcrimesandmysteries Follow on X:https://twitter.com/IrelandCrimes Visit my shop for exclusive Ireland Crimes and Mysteries merchandisehttps://ireland-crimes-and-mysterie-shop.fourthwall.com/en-eur/ Sell your own merchandise with TeePublic. Follow the link belowhttp://tee.pub/lic/ckHmUfmILSk Fellow Podcasters, customise your own amazing webpage by following the link belowIf you are a podcaster, I highly recommend this site for developing your own webpage dedicated to your podcast.https://www.podpage.com/?via=nules

Euan Morrison, head keeper with Exploris Aquarium and Seal Sanctuary in Portaferry, Co Down

Vincent Kearney, Northern Editor, reports on the murder of a recently-released sex offender in Newcastle, Co Down

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a priest being seriously assaulted in Downpatrick, Co Down. For more on this we were joined by RTÉ Northern Correspondent Conor Macauley.

The so-called ‘White Widow' is one of the world's most wanted Islamic terror suspects. Samantha Lewthwaite has been linked to 400 deaths and the 7/7 attacks, and is alleged to remain at large in Somalia. She's been on the wanted list in multiple countries for 20 years – and she's from Banbridge, Co Down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1960s Ireland, while the Catholic Church still held sway, a new cultural force was rising — the showband scene. Ballrooms filled up night after night across the country, and at its heart was The Miami Showband, who were so beloved they were dubbed ‘The Irish Beatles'. But on July 31, 1975, everything changed. After a gig in Banbridge, Co Down, five members were stopped at what seemed a routine army checkpoint. What followed left the showband world shattered and survivors forever scarred by an act of unimaginable violence. Host: Tessa Fleming Guests: Liam Collins and Des LeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1960s Ireland, the showband scene was a massive cultural phenomenon. Ballrooms filled up night after night across the country, and at its heart was The Miami Showband, who were so beloved they were dubbed ‘The Irish Beatles'. But on July 31, 1975, everything changed. After a gig in Banbridge, Co Down, five members were stopped at what seemed a routine army checkpoint - some of the soldiers were real members of the British military, but all were members of the UVF. What followed left the showband world shattered and survivors forever scarred by an act of unimaginable violence. Host: Tessa Fleming Guests: Liam Collins and Des Lee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWelcome back to another Class Chats. In this episode Will catches up with Beth Coulter. She is an Irish Elite Amateur from Co Down. She has a golfing CV that a lot of golfers would dream of. 3 times Irish Girls Close Champion (2019 / 2021 / 2022) and won the Irish Women's Close in 2022. She is the only person to win the Girls 3 years in a row and to win the girls and women's in the same year. She was part of the Home International team that won the crown in 2024. She was part of the winning Curtis Cup team in 2024 and she has just been part of the winning team in the Vagliano Trophy in 2025. Beth is also competing in the Womens Irish Open in Carton House this week so we wish her every success in that. This is a super chat with a very talented golfer who hopes to turn pro after college in the US. Jump in and listen to a great chat with a great person. Follow us on instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @atocpod

Gabrielle Swan, Belfast Telegraph journalist, discusses a murder probe by police in Northern Ireland following the sudden death of a pregnant woman in Co Down.

A murder investigation has been launched after Sarah Montgomery, a 27 year old pregnant woman, was found dead in Donaghadee, Co Down. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. We get the latest on this with Amanda Ferguson, Freelance Journalist based in Belfast.

A murder investigation has been launched after Sarah Montgomery, a 27 year old pregnant woman, was found dead in Donaghadee, Co Down. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. We get the latest on this with Amanda Ferguson, Freelance Journalist based in Belfast.

A Co Down man charged with raping and falsely imprisoning a woman has been on the run for almost two years after refusing to attend his trial, claiming to be a freeman of the land. It's “false philosophy that is all too frequently before the court,” is the view of Newry judge Eamonn King about the so-called ‘freeman' defence. What is this all about? Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent, Allison Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a long eleven year wait, Rory McIlroy finally claimed Masters glory last night to complete the career grand slam. Henry McKean spoke to friends and kids at Holywood Golf Club in Co Down.

The Edmonton Oilers end their 5 game losing skid with a 3-1 win against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday night. Ryan Rishaug, Jason Strudwick and Rob Brown break it down. Calvin Pickard shines in a high pressure situation. Kulak's best game as an Oiler? More question marks around Evander Kane situation and a heated debate about Ripple Chips. Pickard makes a statement (5:20) Kulak goes beast-mode (15:00) Kane chat gets heated (42:13) Is Ripple a "flavour" of chips? (1:08:50)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of the Horse of a Lifetime series, we dive deep with Irish eventing star Joseph Murphy as he shares the incredible journey of his standout horse. From their rocky start to Olympic glory, Joseph reflects on the highs, lows, and life lessons that his Horse of a Lifetime brought into his career.

Rhys McClenaghan discusses the upcoming homecoming event in Newtownards, Co Down to celebrate his Olympic success

Our Northern Editor Vincent Kearney reports.

Michael O'Loughlin was arrested in Co Down in 2020 as part of a Europe-wide crackdown on organised crime. He was one of the first criminals arrested in the Encrochat hacking scandal. But why is the career criminal now pleading guilty to the charges against him? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Allison Morris Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Galwayman Michael O'Loughlin was arrested in Co Down in 2020 as part of a Europe-wide crackdown on organised crime. He was one of the first criminals arrested in the Encrochat hacking scandal. But why is the career criminal now pleading guilty to the charges against him? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Allison Morris Indo Daily: Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code INDO and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Young Stock Podcast, Peter Thomas Keaveney speaks with Conor Trimble at the Claas UK headquarters in the south east of England. The County Down man works for Claas UK, the distributor of all Claas products such as tractors, combines, forage harvesters and grassland equipment for the Irish and UK markets. We are currently recording this podcast at Claas UK headquarters which is based at Saxham, in south east of England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conor Macauley, Northern Correspondent, has the latest on the murder investigation launched after a man in his 60s was found dead at a property in Co. Down.

Join us on a compelling journey in our latest episode of "When Nicole Met" featuring the remarkable story of Joseph Murphy, an Irish Olympian whose life took an extraordinary turn from football fields to the pinnacle of equestrian sport. Discover how Joseph and his brother, fueled by sheer determination and a passion for horses, embarked on a late but meteoric rise in eventing, challenging norms, and redefining their destinies. From humble beginnings to chasing Olympic dreams, Joseph's story is a testament to the power of resilience, hard work, and the unbreakable bond with his equine partners. Guests: Joseph Murphy, celebrated as one of Ireland's premier event riders, has a career rich with accomplishments and a reputation for his effortless cross-country style. Hailing from Mullingar, Co Westmeath, Murphy's initial foray into sports leaned towards Gaelic football, reflecting his family's strong sporting lineage. However, his equestrian journey began in earnest with his brother Ciaran, transitioning from local hunts to the broader eventing scene under the guidance of Danish event rider Dot Love. This early exposure laid the foundation for a career that saw Murphy ascend to the pinnacle of eventing, representing Ireland at the highest levels, including the Olympics, World, and European Championships, and consistently being named Eventing Ireland's leading rider from 2012 to 2017​​​​​. Now operating from Co Down in Northern Ireland, Murphy oversees a professional event yard, nurturing talent across a spectrum from pre-novice to advanced-level horses. Beyond competing, he extends his expertise as a Horse Sport Ireland Level 2 Coach, educating riders and horses alike across Ireland, the UK, and the USA. His significant achievements, such as his clear rounds at the London 2012 Olympics with Electric Cruise and his shortlist for Rio 2016, underscore his central role in Irish eventing on a global scale.  Sponsors: This show is very kindly supported by Bedmax. If you want to listen to more When Nicole Met… check out some of our older episodes below. When Nicole Met... Tom Crisp When Nicole Met... Jonty Evans EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Damien Doherty, Trading Standards in Northern Ireland speaks about the case where a bank had to return a man's pension pot & life savings after he fell victim to a crypto scam

Jack Blakiston Houston, director of BH Estates, is a rural surveyor, dairy farmer and AD operator based near Dundonald in Co Down

In February 2005, 25-year-old Lisa Dorrian went missing from a caravan park in Co Down and has never been seen again. Almost two decades on, her family and the PSNI are still searching for her body in the hope for answers and justice. They have only one suspect in mind as to who killed Lisa, and her sister Joanne reveals she has even spoken to him. This episode of the Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast The BelTel and was first published on Aug. 23, 2022. Host: Niamh Campbell Guest: Joanne Dorrian and Ciaran Barnes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Plodcast host Fergus and wonderful storyteller Duane Fitzsimons as they following in the footsteps of St Patrick along the coastline of Co Down. As they search for St Patrick's Well and his final resting place, Duane recounts tales of local folklore, shipwrecks and chilling ghost stories. This is the final episode of 4 in 2023 exploring St Patrick's Way in Northern Ireland. For more about Duane and the magical Lecale Peninsula see www.lecalepeninsula.com/ A huge thanks to Tourism Northern Ireland for making these adventures possible. Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: editor@countryfile.com. If your letter, email or message is read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of a wildlife- or countryside-themed book chosen by the team. Visit the Countryfile Magazine website: countryfile.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Martin Doyle has written a book called ‘Dirty Linen: The Troubles In My Homeplace', telling a personal account of The Troubles through the lens of what happened in his own home place in the rural parish of Tullylish, Co Down

This week, marked World Menopause Day, a day to raise awareness and break the stigma around perimenopause and menopause. To celebrate this transitional period in life, we're joined today by Claire Dinsmore, a certified perimenopause coach and fitness fanatic based in San Francisco. In this episode, Dinsmore, who originally comes from Co Down in Northern Ireland, speaks to Róisín Ingle about why perimenopause should be viewed as ‘the power years' and how she helps women navigate the journey through her online course ‘The Whole Woman Approach'. You can find her on @clairedinsmorecoaching on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget Davidson from Bangor in Co Down is at the airport in Rhodes and speaks to us, we also hear from journalist Damian Mac Con Uladh in Greece too

Do you have native plants in your garden? A visit to True Harvest Seeds in Kilclief in Co Down showcases some of the native origin plants growing in the wild and how Debbie Gillies and the team of volunteers are preserving the seeds for the future. From the homegrown to the exotic - David heads to Cluain na dTor in Donegal to see Seamus O' Donnell's collection of stunning plants from across the world that are suitable for seaside gardens and coastal regions. Renowned artist Derek Hill's last home , Glebe Gallery, is open to the public and embracing his wild style of planting. David heads down to find out about their plans for the future. Expert Mary Doris joins David in studio to answer listeners' questions and chat about drought tolerant plants. Author and broadcaster Matthew Biggs also drops by to talk about his new children's book 'A home for every plant' . Email the programme on gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

Self-abandonment is the main factor in codependent and people pleasing scenarios. We are willing to let our own needs go to appease others in hopes that we will receive that same love we are putting out. The problem is when we are putting this out it isn't genuine. There is always an underlying feeling and subconscious attachment to an outcome or expectation from our actions. This is a difficult pill to swallow with self-abandonment that we think this is Nobel or kind of us but it's actually undermining and controlling. Even in codependent relationships where the dependent can be demanding and controlling to get their way, the codependent is still trying to control the outcome in their favor. “If I just do this they won't be so mean to me so I'll take the less chaotic path so I don't have to deal with them.” Then you just end up defeated and again have abandoned yourself. There's always accountability and responsibility for the part one plays in their own suffering. I hope this episode helps those still clinging on to hopes of people changing or hopes that things will change a new perspective that if they want that change, they have to become that change. Follow me on instagram @thatshowufeelpodcast and DM me for questions. Drop a comment telling me what you think being emotionally intelligent is. #emotions #emotionalintelligence #feelings #spirituality #spiritualawakening #spiritual #knowthyself #mindfulness #selfawareness #selfcare #selfimprovement #selflovepractices #life #podcast #vlog #blogger #fear #selfhelp #mentalhealth #emotionalwellness