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Closing speeches have concluded today at the trial of Jeffrey Donaldson. Jamie O Hara is in Newry and joined Shane and Ciara with the latest.

Jeffrey Donaldson has said the two women who made allegations of sexual abuse against him are lying. The former DUP leader- who took to the stand yesterday for the first time-Our reporter Jamie O Hara gave us the latest from Newry Crown Court.

Jeffrey Donaldson has said the two women who made allegations of sexual abuse against him are lying. The former DUP leader- who took to the stand yesterday for the first time-Our reporter Jamie O Hara gave us the latest from Newry Crown Court.

The jury at the trial of Jeffrey Donaldson has heard the final segment of his police interview from March 2024 and four interviews with Eleanor Donaldson. We get the latest from the trial with Jamie O'Hara who was at Newry Crown Court.

The jury at the trial of Jeffrey Donaldson has heard the final segment of his police interview from March 2024 and four interviews with Eleanor Donaldson. We get the latest from the trial with Jamie O'Hara who was at Newry Crown Court.

One of two women who claims Jeffrey Donaldson abused her as a child has told his trial she blames herself for what happened to his second alleged victim because she did not go to the police at the time. For more on the trial, Anton spoke to Emily Keegan, Newstalk Reporter in Newry.

One of two women who claims Jeffrey Donaldson abused her as a child has told his trial she blames herself for what happened to his second alleged victim because she did not go to the police at the time. For more on the trial, Anton spoke to Emily Keegan, Newstalk Reporter in Newry.

A woman who accused Jeffrey Donaldson of raping her as a child has said it will be “seared into my brain for the rest of my life”, Newry Crown Court has heard. Our Reporter Emily Keegan brought us an update from the court in Newry.

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.

A woman who accused Jeffrey Donaldson of raping her as a child has said it will be “seared into my brain for the rest of my life”, Newry Crown Court has heard. Our Reporter Emily Keegan brought us an update from the court in Newry.

A second woman who claims the former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson abused her as a child has begun giving evidence at his trial about how he's alleged to have raped her. Our Northern Correspondent, Conor Macauley was at the courts.

A woman who has accused Jeffrey Donaldson of sexually abusing her as a child has claimed his wife, Eleanor Donaldson, “did nothing” about an abuse allegation, Newry Crown Court has heard. We get the latest on the trial with Alison Morris, Crime Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph.

A woman who has accused Jeffrey Donaldson of sexually abusing her as a child has claimed his wife, Eleanor Donaldson, “did nothing” about an abuse allegation, Newry Crown Court has heard. We get the latest on the trial with Alison Morris, Crime Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph.

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.

In September 2006, the quiet Black Bear Bed & Breakfast in Newry, Maine became the center of one of the state's most disturbing murder cases. Over Labor Day weekend, Christian Charles Nielsen shot and killed four people: inn owner Julie Bullard, her daughter Selby Bullard, handyman James “Jimmy” Whitehurst, and Selby's friend Cynthia “Cindy” Beatson. What began with a supposed fishing trip to Upton, Maine ended in a horrifying chain of murders at a peaceful mountain inn near Sunday River. Nielsen, a cook who had been living at the Black Bear B&B, later confessed to killing all four victims. Prosecutors said he gave no real motive—only chilling explanations that left investigators, families, and the community searching for answers. In this episode of Hitched 2 Homicide, we examine the Black Bear Bed & Breakfast murders, the relationships between the victims, Julie Bullard's dream of starting over in Maine, the timeline of the Labor Day weekend killings, and the aftermath of one of Maine's most shocking true crime cases. sources used for this podcast JOIN THE IN-LAWS AND OUTLAWS FOLLOW H2H ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW H2H ON X Start Kris's Books today for FREE Christian Nielsen murders, Black Bear Bed and Breakfast murders, Black Bear B&B, Newry Maine murders, Maine true crime, Labor Day weekend murders, Julie Bullard, Selby Bullard, James Whitehurst, Jimmy Whitehurst, Cynthia Beatson, Cindy Beatson, Upton Maine murder, Sunday River Maine, Maine serial killer case, true crime podcast, Hitched 2 Homicide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeffrey Donaldson (63) was arrested and charged with sexual offences in March 2024. The former DUP leader and MP is accused of 18 offences – one count of rape, four of gross indecency with or towards a child, and 13 of indecent assault on a female, on dates between 1987 and 2008.His wife Eleanor Donaldson (60), is charged with aiding and abetting her husband but she has been judged to be unfit to stand trial and will instead face a trial of the facts.Why was the trial, which was originally due to begin in March 2025, postponed twice? And how will the court case unfold following jury selection in Newry on Tuesday?Freya McClements, Northern Editor of The Irish Times, explains the case and the delay.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Newry-born University of North Carolina punter, Adam McCann Gibbs is set to make his college football debut in Dublin at the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic. Adam joined Anton on the show this morning.

Newry-born University of North Carolina punter, Adam McCann Gibbs is set to make his college football debut in Dublin at the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic. Adam joined Anton on the show this morning.

On this week's podcast we look back on Cavan U20's draw in Newry and speak with manager Chris Conroy. Vincent Dolan joins Damien to look ahead to the Lory Meagher cup and we hear from captain Enda Shalvey as they get ready for Warwickshire this weekend.

Cross-border working is a feature of many European Cities - think of Malmö's relationship to Copenhagen or Bratislava's relationship with Vienna. People live in one and work in the other, commuting daily. Paschal Taggart has a proposal to have Newry create something similar, where people would live there but commute to and work in Dublin. He joins Bobby to discuss.

from Newry of Kevin Bell Repatriation trust was in east Clare recently to collect donations from two fundraisers that took place within the last number of months.  Marie and Jim  went to the home of Breda and Neil to talk to Colin and he tells of how the trust was set up after the death of his son Kevin in June 2013 and how it has expanded since then.  As featured on Saturday Chronicle on 21st of March 2026. Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 21st March 2026 hosted by Marie McNamara and Jim Collins and broadcast live from the Derg Alliance building Scariff, Co. Clare. Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

Jarlath Tinnelly, Independent member of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council outlines the details on an attack on 13 lambs, who had their necks broken, on a farm in county Down.

Mystery over illegal sign in Newry continues.

With snowdrops in bloom across the country Gardeners' Corner heads to an event for fans of the flower in County Carlow. The snowdrop gala celebrates the hundreds of varieties of these bulbs sought after by so called 'galanthophiles'. Among those attending the event is John Massey of Ashwood Nursery near Birmingham. John tells presenter David Maxwell about his life with plants and a pruning technique he was taught by a princess. Also on the programme, Robert Millar gives a tour of the snowdrop collection at Altamont Gardens and remembering the world famous Daisy Hill Nursery of Newry, 30 years after the gates closed for the last time. Claire McNally joins David in studio to answers questions of climbers and figs. Contact the programme on gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

On Thursday, a judge in a Belfast court lifted an injunction that would have prevented Michael Flatley's involvement in the Lord of the Dance show, due to begin in Dublin next week before a multi-date international tour.The Chicago-born dancer was lead performer and choreographer of Riverdance, the 1994 Eurovision interval show that introduced a new, high octane, modern form of Irish dancing to the world.It brought him fame and fortune and in 1996 he developed a global touring show called Lord of the Dance. Critically acclaimed it was for many years wildly successful.With the 30-year anniversary of Lord of the Dance coming up, Flately who is based in Monaco, signed a contract with Newry firm Switzer Consulting to run the shows. And it's the details of that contract that were in contention.During the civil case taken by Switzer, the court heard claims about Flatley's lifestyle that will come as a surprise to his many fans.His former financial adviser Des Walshe claimed that his ex-client was “all about image”, and living a millionaire's lifestyle funded by borrowing. “He was faking it on a multimillion euro scale,” Walshe submitted to the court.So how did Flatley react to this damning characterisation? And what was his reaction when the judge lifted the injunction.Belfast-based reporter Paul Colgan explains the complex case and why it has come to this for the world's most famous Irish dancer.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Upcoming EventsTá Scoil Gheimhridh Uí Chadhain, i gcomhar le Conradh na Gaeilge agus Glór na Móna, ag óstáil plé ar an Ghaeilge agus ar aontú na hÉireann Dé hAoine seo ag a haon a chlog sa Chultúrlann.In addition, Scoil Gheimhridh Uí Chadhain is hosting another discussion this Saturday at 11am on Protestants & a United Ireland, featuring Claire Mitchell and Dr Robbie McVeigh.Sinn Féin's Commission is hosting a people's assembly in Cork, on the 19th February 7pm at Rochestown Park Hotel. Bígí Linn. South & East Belfast Sinn Féin is hosting an evening discussion on what a world class, all-Ireland health system could look like and how we make it a reality. Chaired by Deirdre Hargey MLA, with Guest speaker David Cullinane TD and joined by panellists from across the health sector. The event will take place on the 12th of February 7pm at the Malone Lodge. Self-Determination and Democratic RightsFor decades now I have argued that self-determination is one of the big issues of our time. In 2005 I wrote: “In my view the big international struggle of our time is to assert democratic control by people over the decisions which affect their lives. This does not mean retreating behind existing borders and refusing contact with the outside world, but it does mean reasserting the primacy of democracy and working together in order to pursue this objective.”Mickey Brady – A Cheerful Change Maker. Mickey Brady, former Sinn Féin MLA and MP for Newry and Armagh died last week. His sudden death came as a great shock to his family and to all of us who knew and respected him. I had the great fortune to work closely with Mickey in the Assembly and I often campaigned with him during elections. Some people are really good canvassing during elections. They have that way of engaging with people on the streets and at the doorstep and Mickey was a master at it.He was always positive. He knew the issues impacting on people and he could speak from his years of experience as an elected representative and as a champion for their rights through his work in the Newry Welfare Rights centre.Report on Rural Health in a New Ireland publishedSinn Féin's Commission on the Future of Ireland last week published its latest report - ‘Delivering Rural Health and Care in a New Ireland.' The public event took place in Enniskillen in November.A packed hall heard from a panel of health activists, including Pat Cullen MP, Fr. Brian D'Arcy – writer and broadcaster, Paula Leonard, CEO of Alcohol Ireland and Denzil McDaniel, author and former editor of The Impartial Reporter. The discussion and report examines the challenges faced by rural communities trying to access all-Ireland cardiac services, autism services, cancer provision, suicide support services and A&E.It makes no sense that we run two entirely separate health systems trying to solve the same problems. The report of the Enniskillen Assembly can be accessed in English and Irish here: www.sinnfein.ie/futureofireland 

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***SPOILER ALERT***What a final.Rachel Duffy is the pride of Newry. She rode her luck and used her smarts ... FBI anyone!! And took it all the way to the final.Her younger brother Neil is bursting with pride .. and feeling a little emotional after a night watching his older sister appear on one of telly's biggest shows. He told us what it was like as the entire family and half the town gathered for a watch-along in the local hotel. Ciara is Rachel's bestie and cousin and was as tense as the rest of us watching those final moments!

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Councillors in Naas Municipal District will today vote on a proposal to suspend pay parking in some areas of the town from December 15th through to the end of the year. Several towns across Ireland, including Castlebar, Tralee and Newry have introduced similar measures for the festive season. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss was Bill Clear, Independent Ireland Councillor for Naas And Tony Lowes One of the Directors of Friends of the Irish Environment.

A criminal investigation has been launched after a group of masked and armed men issued threats where they described politicians in the Newry area as “legitimate targets”. In the video, the three masked men, who are shown holding what looks like firearms, say they are members of the ‘New Republican Movement'. One of the masked men accuses local politicians of ‘flooding our communities with undocumented military age men', before hitting out at the supposed ‘sexual indoctrination' of children. Olivia Peden is joined by Allison Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of Northern Ireland's most powerful drug barons - ‘The Chocolate' - can finally be unmasked. 48-year-old Newry man John McGivern has been forced to confess to a raft of drug charges, including dealing cocaine. How was he brought down? And who fills the vacuum? Host: Niamh Campbell Guests: Ciaran Barnes and Allison Morris See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Northern Ireland's most powerful drug barons - ‘The Chocolate' - can finally be unmasked. 48-year-old Newry man John McGivern has been forced to confess to a raft of drug charges, including dealing cocaine. He is the latest member of the criminal aristocracy brought down in the wake of the gangster phone network Encrochat getting hacked by French spies. ‘The Chocolate' is now likely to be sent to Maghaberry but the question on Newry's streets now is - who will fill the vacuum? Niamh Campbell is joined by Ciaran Barnes from the Sunday Life and by Allison Morris from the Belfast Telegraph. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael is joined by American Football Ireland President Alan Lomasney after a busy day in both Belfast and Newry, where the Steelers held a flag football clinic, along with a special moment where two students from Newry High School and St. Mary's High School were awarded the Dan and Patricia Rooney No Mind Left Behind Scholarship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael is joined by American Football Ireland President Alan Lomasney after a busy day in both Belfast and Newry, where the Steelers held a flag football clinic, along with a special moment where two students from Newry High School and St. Mary's High School were awarded the Dan and Patricia Rooney No Mind Left Behind Scholarship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

rWotD Episode 3058: Forensic Science Laboratory bombing Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Wednesday, 17 September 2025, is Forensic Science Laboratory bombing.The Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) targeted the Northern Ireland Forensic Science Laboratory (NIFSL) facilities on Newtownbreda Road in the southern outskirts of Belfast with a large 3,000 lb bomb on 23 September 1992. The huge impact of the bomb destroyed the lab and damaged over 1,000 homes within a 1.5 mile radius, including adjacent Belvoir Park, a Protestant housing estate. It was one of the biggest bombs ever detonated during Northern Ireland's Troubles, causing massive damage and being felt over 10 miles away. Hundreds of residents had to be treated for shock. Several military vehicles were damaged. The lab was a key target because it analysed evidence in cases involving IRA attacks. The IRA had given a warning, and British Army bomb disposal experts were investigating an abandoned van when the explosion occurred. One estimate put the repair damage cost at £20 million at the time.According to journalist and author Toby Harnden, the attack was planned and carried out from beginning to end by the IRA South Armagh Brigade. Volunteers from the brigade hijacked a truck near Newry and packed it with explosives weighing 3,500 pounds (1,600 kg). They left the truck outside the Forensic Science Laboratory at 8:40pm. Nearly 45 minutes later, after a coded warning, the bomb exploded.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:19 UTC on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Forensic Science Laboratory bombing on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Emma.

Paul O'Shea is Founder & CEO of Ashview Consultants. Originally from Ashford in Wicklow, Paul established the business two decades ago in his box room and, since then, Ashview Consultants has continued to grow steadily under his leadership and now has a team of 30 professionals across offices located in Dublin, Newry, and London.I recently caught up with Paul.Paul talks about his background, what Ashview Consultants do, digital transformation and more.More about Ashview Consultants:Ashview Consultants supports clients globally, helping them to optimise their performance by identifying, assessing and mitigating risks that could impact their business operations or their workplace health and safety standards. Client sectors include construction, aviation, transport, commercial, pharmaceutical, hospitality, retail, residential, logistics, data centres and student accommodation.

Paul O'Shea is Founder & CEO of Ashview Consultants. Originally from Ashford in Wicklow, Paul established the business two decades ago in his box room and, since then, Ashview Consultants has continued to grow steadily under his leadership and now has a team of 30 professionals across offices located in Dublin, Newry, and London.I recently caught up with Paul. Paul talks about his background, what Ashview Consultants do, digital transformation and more. More about Ashview Consultants: Ashview Consultants supports clients globally, helping them to optimise their performance by identifying, assessing and mitigating risks that could impact their business operations or their workplace health and safety standards. Client sectors include construction, aviation, transport, commercial, pharmaceutical, hospitality, retail, residential, logistics, data centres and student accommodation. See more stories here.

Seul dans sa chambre, Alexander McCartney a orchestré l'un des réseaux de prédation pédopornographique les plus redoutables jamais jugés. Il a manipulé, piégé près de 3 500 victimes en toute impunité pendant des années. Malgré les alertes, les saisies, les preuves… rien ne l'a arrêté. Jusqu'au jour où la justice, enfin, a dû regarder l'horreur en face. Voici le récit de l'une des plus sordides histoires du cybercrime sexuel.Certaines victimes vivent à quelques pas de chez lui, d'autres à plus de 15 000 kilomètres. Le mode opératoire reste le même : Snapchat, Instagram, faux profil, séduction, menace, soumission, extorsion. Dans le monde entier, des adolescentes pensent discuter avec une autre fille. Et partout, c'est la même voix, le même piège. Derrière chaque profil : Alexander McCartney, seul dans sa chambre à Newry.

This podcast episode explores three distinct Yowie sightings, each taking place in a different region of New South Wales and Victoria. Through interviews, listeners gain insight into these mysterious events and the profound effects they have had on the witnesses involved.Interview 1: Middle Brother Sighting (1973)The first story comes from a mountainous area within the Great Dividing Range, just below Port Macquarie. The setting is familiar—surrounded by notable Yowie sighting locations such as Wauchope to the north, Taree to the south, and Diamond Head along the coast. As we zoom out on the map, more and more reports emerge from the region.This particular incident occurred during a school excursion in 1973. Decades later, the experience continues to resonate with the witness, reminiscent of the well-known Bill O'Chee school excursion sighting in Springbrook, Gold Coast Hinterland, in 1977. Interview 2: Bellingen Encounter (1994)Paul Cropper speaks with another environmental scientist in this interview.The journey continues within the Great Dividing Range but shifts 170 kilometers north, to an area just below Coffs Harbour. The year is 1994, and once again the locale is surrounded by a concentration of Yowie reports. Noteworthy nearby incidents include a report of a deceased Yowie on the Highway at Newry, and another sighting of a Yowie keeping pace with a car in Bongil Bongil National Park.Interview 3: Victorian Sighting (2015)For the final interview, the focus moves south to Victoria, within the Great Dividing Range, and to the year 2015. This encounter features multiple witnesses, adding further intrigue and credibility to the report.Each witness's voice captures the enduring impact of their experiences, illustrating how these events become lifelong memories.For more comprehensive information, reports and history of the Yowie, visit our Website at www.yowiehunters.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/yowiehunters-witness-reports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In January 1961, the close-knit community of Newry in Northern Ireland was shaken to its core when a local teenager failed to return home from a Friday night dance event. As concern gave way to alarm, a major search effort was launched, but what police eventually uncovered would horrify even the most seasoned officers.19-year-old Pearl Gamble was a bright and popular shop assistant with a promising future ahead of her. Her sudden and violent death cast a long shadow over the town, prompting a wide-ranging investigation that gripped the nation and unsettled a community where doors were rarely locked.As suspicion began to gather around a familiar face, the case took on a chilling intensity, culminating in a courtroom drama that would leave its mark on legal history.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! It's quick to sign up and you'll save 20% if you choose an annual membership.Follow me on social media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersJoin the private Facebook group:British Murders Podcast - Discussion GroupVisit my website:britishmurders.comIntro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. You can find the sources for each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The survivors of the Miami Showband massacre say their legacy will be about music and peace. They gathered today at Buskhill outside Newry to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the atrocity. Our reporter Una Kelly was there.

Welcome to the Final Whistle on Off The Ball.Here is your one-stop shop for all the weekend's biggest GAA voices in one podcast.David Wilson brings you through the weekend's major Gaelic Games talking points.You will hear from Jimmy McGuinness, Ger Brennan, Sam Mulroy, Conor Laverty, Padraic Joyce, Matthew Thompson, Dessie Farrell, John Cleary, John Kiely, Niall O'Ceallachain and a whole pile more!Become a member at offtheball.com/subscribe

It's all on the line for the Galway senior footballers on Saturday (14th June 2025) when they meet Armagh in a repeat of last year's All-Ireland Final. Padraic Joyce's team need a victory to ensure their place in this year's preliminary quarter-finals, while the Orchard County are already group winners and through to the final eight. The Tribesmen could qualify with a draw or loss, but that would depend on Dublin beating Derry in the other game taking place in Newry at the same time.  Scoring difference could also come into play between Galway (-1) and Derry (-4). Galway Bay FM's Domhnall Ó Confhaola joined Darren Kelly on Friday's 'Over The Line' to look ahead to the game. == Throw-in at Kingspan Breffni Park, Cavan on Saturday is 6.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

OTB's GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney undertook an hour's stroll with Armagh's Sam Maguire-winning manager Kieran McGeeney as the Orchard County launched their WinWithArmaghGAA fundraising initiative. Some of the topics raised included building an All Ireland-winning side, adapting to Gaelic football's new rules, McGeeney's own relationship with the media and so much more. WinWithArmaghGAA has a 3-bedroom semi-detached house in Newry or £200,000 cash up for grabs, and you can visit www.winwitharmaghgaa.com for further details. Time stamps:00.15 - Intro01.45 - Life the week of an Ulster Final - beating Tyrone, the flag.05.00 - WinwithArmagh - what is it for? Callanbridge - the foundations of Sam Maguire.09.45 - Armagh training in the 90s, Murderball, the Brian's, Joe Kernan, Grimley.12.30 - McGeeney's Armagh debut, Ulster in the 90s, Tohill influence, marking Mardsen.20.00 - Creating an All-Ireland winning team. Modern Football, new rules. All-Star debate. 24.00 - Are the GAA afraid of ‘making stars?' of their players? 27.00 - Beauty of Sport. Winning Sam as a player. Team talks. Maurice Fitzgerald.31.20 - Building the Future of Armagh Football in St. Malachy's, Portadown35.00 - McGeeney and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.36.45 - Sliding Doors moments as manager with Kildare and Armagh41.00 - Shepherd and Sheep - finding the right sort of players.44.00 - The Hunted - defending an All-Ireland, or chasing an Ulster title?47.00 - Building the right Armagh backroom team.49.00 - Most important thing learned as a manager?52.00 - Ulster Final v Donegal, Clones, Penalty Shootouts, Jeopardy.56.00 - Opinions and the new rules.58.00 - Importance of this fundraiser. 01:00:00 - Emotion on the sideline. Flags. Referees. Dissent. Armagh-Donegal history.

Former champion boxer John Duddy from Derry and one-time construction worker Newry's own Ciaran Byrne share their unlikely paths to acting on stage and in film in part two of our first live podcast recording for Origin Theatre's 1st Irish Festival.The two friends delve into how their life experiences inform their performances, personal traumas from The Troubles, and the critical role of theater in post-conflict healing and education. Sharing compelling narratives throughout, Ciaran and John underscore the significance of their Northern Irish roots and the transformative power of storytelling, but don't stint on the Irish craic.Massive thanks to Origin's Theatre's artistic director Mick Mellamphy (who we featured in this 2023 episode) for envisioning our live podcast event and curating our stellar guest list, to the Northern Ireland Bureau for their generous support, to Bill Schultz for recording and editing the episodes, and to Jimmy and the crew at Ryan's Daughter for their above-and-beyond hospitality.LinksCiaran ByrneWebsiteIMDbXInstagramLinkedInFacebookJohn DuddyIMDbInstagramFacebookLinkedInOrigin TheatreWebsiteThe Northern Ireland BureauWebsiteEpisode Details: Season 7, Episode 15; Total Episode Count: 118

Ready to save $10k-$50k in taxes this year? Book a call here:► https://taxstrategy365.com/pod-appIn this Client Success Spotlight episode, I sit down with Tanya and Arjun Bhasin to talk about how they built a top-performing short-term rental business while still working demanding tech jobs. From closing over $100k in bookings in their first month to building standout properties in competitive markets like Hot Springs, Arkansas and Newry, Maine — they share the systems, hospitality strategies, and risk-taking mindset that helped them scale fast. You'll hear how they split responsibilities, fund their deals, and plan to keep building unique stays that land in the top 1%.Timestamps:00:00:00 – Intro + early investing background00:01:54 – Why they shifted from stocks to real estate00:04:09 – Tanya and Arjun's complementary roles in their STR business00:05:38 – How they built a standout property in Hot Springs, AR00:07:27 – $100k in bookings in their first month live00:08:03 – Why hospitality and thoughtful touches drive repeat business00:09:28 – The mindset shift from tech careers to real estate freedom00:11:06 – Buying their first condo and discovering long-term wealth00:13:25 – Comparing Hot Springs and Newry, Maine markets00:14:33 – How they plan and build for top 1% performance00:15:46 – Markets they're watching and planning to invest in next00:17:43 – How they financed their deals using second home loans00:20:45 – Why real estate gives you more control than stocks00:21:01 – Do they believe they're changing their family tree?00:23:37 – Future plansWant me to answer your questions live? Come to my next Ask Me Anything Q&A:► https://taxstrategy365.com/pod-amaLet's connect!► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanbakkecpa/► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanbakkecpa/► Twitter: https://twitter.com/RyanBakkeCPA► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryanbakkecpa► TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanbakkecpa⁠*None of this is meant to be specific investment advice, it's for entertainment purposes only.

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we're diving into the proposed short-term rental (STR) ordinance in Newry, Maine, a market that has remained largely unregulated—until now. This draft regulation aims to introduce new safety and operational standards for vacation rentals, impacting everything from occupancy limits to fire safety, parking, and trash control. With the town seeking to balance the needs of residents, visitors, and property owners, this discussion is crucial for anyone invested in the future of STRs in the area.In this episode, we break down the key provisions of the proposed ordinance, highlighting what we like, potential challenges, and how these changes could affect STR operators. We discuss the emphasis on health and safety, including new requirements for fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, emergency contacts, and water quality testing. We also explore how these rules compare to other regulated markets and whether Newry's small-town infrastructure can realistically implement and enforce them. Plus, we share insights on how STR owners can prepare for potential changes and ensure compliance while maximizing their rental business.Tune in now to get a full breakdown of the proposed Newry STR ordinance and what it means for the future of short-term rentals in the area!TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction to the episode01:02 – Market updates and new developments03:58 – Overview of the proposed STR ordinance in Newry, Maine06:26 – Key safety regulations: fire extinguishers, occupancy limits, and egress10:04 – Trash control plans and parking regulations13:16 – Water testing requirements and compliance challenges16:03 – The role of emergency contacts and management logistics19:47 – Floor plan requirements and operational concerns23:12 – The financial and tax implications of enforcement26:50 – Final thoughts and predictions for the future of STRs in Newry#STRRegulations #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #RealEstateInvesting #STRMarketUpdates

As families across the world were gathering for Christmas morning in 2008, a concerned son-in-law in Newry, Northern Ireland, was trying to reach his elderly mother-in-law. She hadn't been answering her phone, and worry had set in. Deciding to check on her in person, he made his way to her home on Dublin Road. But when he stepped into her quiet house, he was met with a sight so horrific it would haunt him—and the close-knit community—for years to come.SPONSORS - SmartLabels: Prepare for the New Year ahead with SmartLabels. Purchase their QR code labels on Amazon, which are now available in the UK!Reason.fm: Reason.fm helps you track podcast charts and stay ahead. See the top 100 Apple and Spotify rankings and track daily changes in the charts and category trends -for free. Save time and discover what's hot now.SHOW NOTES - https://morbidology.com/morbidology-the-podcast-287-maire-rankinPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/morbidologyYOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/morbidologyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/morbidology--3527306/support.