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21/08/2024
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Bar set on fire in Newtownabbey in ‘racially motivated hate crime’ - South Antrim Vox A bar was set on fire and graffiti daubed on the premises near Ballyrobert in Newtownabbey overnight. Police are treating the incident as a racially motivated hate crime. Detective Sergeant Crothers said: “At around 1:50am, it was reported that a property was set light in the area. Graffiti was a
The Ballyclare Road near Ballyrobert has now reopened following a report of a fire at premises on Wednesday 21st August.
07/08/2024
This cat has been missing since yesterday from The Priory area. He’s a large black and white tuxedo cat with no eyes. Get in touch if you’ve seen him or know where he is.
07/08/2024
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House window smashed in 'racially-motivated' attack in Ballyclare - South Antrim Vox The front window of a house in Ballyclare was smashed and a vehicle parked outside damaged, in what police are treating as a racially-motivated hate crime. Police are investigating the report of criminal damage at the property in Erskine Park in the early hours of Wednesday morning (August 7).
Latest on third night of disorder.....
06/08/2024
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Class A drugs worth £50,000 seized in Ballymena - South Antrim Vox Class A controlled drugs with an estimated street value of over £50,000 and 15 bottles of alcohol were seized following a search of a property in Ballymena. A 42-year-old man was arrested on Monday, on suspicion of offences including three counts of possession of a Class A controlled drug. He has s
04/08/2024
LATEST ON DISORDER.....
Four people arrested following disorder in Belfast - South Antrim Vox Four people have been arrested following the disorder on the streets of Belfast on Saturday (3 August). A police officer suffered concussion, and five incidents of arson and 13 incidents of criminal damage occurred. An apartment block was evacuated. The PSNI has strongly condemns the scenes of
Police are dealing with ongoing disorder in the Donegall Road area of south Belfast tonight, Saturday, August 3rd.
This disorder has resulted in a business premises being set on fire.
The public should avoid the Donegall Road and Sandy Row areas.
An update will be provided in due course - PSNI
Road users are advised that the lane to Shore Road from Fortwilliam roundabout has been closed due to ongoing protest activity in the area
Road users are advised that College Square East and Wellington Place are currently closed due to ongoing protest activity in the area.
The M5 motorway, Newtownabbey is closed at Hazelbank due to ongoing protest activity in the area. Please seek an alternative route for your journey. An update will be provided in due course from the PSNI.
30/07/2024
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Blaze at Mallusk facility - residents advised to close windows - South Antrim Vox Firefighters are tackling a blaze at a recycling facility in Mallusk, Glengormley, Co Antrim. The PSNI has closed the road to traffic while the incident is ongoing. Residents should keep their windows and doors closed.
Firefighters are currently at the scene of a fire on Trench Road, Mallusk. Residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed at this time. The incident is ongoing.
29/07/2024
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Police renew appeal for information 23 years after shooting of Gavin Brett - South Antrim Vox Police have made a renewed appeal for information on the 23rd anniversary of the death of Glengormley teenager Gavin Brett. Detectives from the Police Service’s Legacy Investigation Branch, reviewing the murder of Gavin in 2001, are appealing for information. Gavin, who was aged 18, died after he
29/07/2024
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Man due in court after disturbance at Newtownabbey business - South Antrim Vox Police have charged a man to court following a disturbance at a business in Newtownabbey on Sunday (28 July). It 's reported to have happened shortly after 10am. Officers received a report of a man being abusive towards and throwing items at staff at a shop in the Abbott’s Cross area. Police atte
28/07/2024
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Pedestrian in 60s in critical condition after collision on M1 - South Antrim Vox A man in his 60s is in a critical condition in hospital following a collision with a lorry on the M1 between Belfast and Lisburn on Sunday (28 July). It happened at around 6.50am on the motorway west-bound. The road, closed for seven hours, has now fully reopened. The injured man is in a criti
28/07/2024
Travel update
Belfast-bound lanes open to traffic - South Antrim Vox The Belfast-bound lanes of the M1 have re-opened to traffic. Lisburn-bound lanes remain closed while police remain at the scene of a serious collision.
28/07/2024
TRAVEL NEWS
M1 closed in both directions after serious collision - South Antrim Vox The M1 has been closed in both directions due to a serious collision on Sunday morning. City bound traffic is being diverted at junction 6 (Saintfield Road) and Lisburn bound traffic at between junction 3 (Blacks Road) following a serious collision reported just before 7am this morning. The
Police are aware of an issue with traffic lights affecting the Monkstown Road, Old Carrick Road and Jordanstown Road in Jordanstown this evening.
The relevant authority to repair the lights has been informed and you're advised to drive with caution in this area.
23/07/2024
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What's the friendliest pub in Belfast? - South Antrim Vox The Reporter is the friendliest pub in Belfast, a new study has found. The experts at Belfast Bus Tour analysed TripAdvisor data on 69 pubs or bars across Belfast. Each pub was rated out of 100 based on its TripAdvisor rating and mentions of positive terms like "friendly", "helpful", "lo
22/07/2024
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Petrol bombs thrown and windows smashed in Larne incidents - South Antrim Vox Petrol bombs were thrown and windows were smashed in a spate of incidents at homes in Larne overnight. Police received reports that between approximately 11 and 11.15pm on Sunday (21 July) petrol bombs had been thrown at two homes, and windows smashed and graffiti daubed at another. Two windows we
18/07/2024
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Child (11) knocked off bike by scrambler in Newtownabbey - South Antrim Vox An 11-year-old child was knocked off their bike by a scrambler on Wednesday evening (17 July) in Newtownabbey. The child was in the vicinity of Glenville Road in the town around 6.30pm, when a scrambler bike drove towards her at speed, causing her to fall off her bike and into nearby bushes. W
17/07/2024
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Man in critical condition following Whitehead collision - South Antrim Vox A man in his 20s is in a critical condition following a one vehicle collision in Whitehead. It happened on Tuesday night (16 July) on the Belfast Road just after 9pm. The Belfast Road has now fully reopened. A red Ford Fiesta was involved in the collision. The driver was taken to hospital
17/07/2024
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Around 40 - mostly young teenagers - involved in Belfast disorder - South Antrim Vox A man (38) has been arrested as the Broadway area of south Belfast saw another night of disorder last night, with paint, bottles and a number of petrol bombs thrown at police. Around 40 people, most of whom were young teens, were involved. Chief Superintendent Jeremy Lindsay, District Commander fo
17/07/2024
Travel news....
Roads open but debris remains in south Belfast - South Antrim Vox All road closures in south Belfast have been lifted this morning (Wednesday 17 July) following last night's disorder. Police say debris remains on the roads as the clean-up operation continues. They are asking motorists to exercise caution if travelling in the area, and seek an alternative route i
16/07/2024
‘Serious collision’ in Whitehead - South Antrim Vox Police and other emergency services are at a serious collision on the Belfast Road, Whitehead. Local diversions are in place with traffic currently being diverted via the Raw Brae Road. Please seek an alternative route for your journey at this time, says the PSNI.
16/07/2024
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‘Serious collision’ in Whitehead - South Antrim Vox Police and other emergency services are at a serious collision on the Belfast Road, Whitehead. Local diversions are in place with traffic currently being diverted via the Raw Brae Road. Please seek an alternative route for your journey at this time, says the PSNI.
Road users and members of the public are advised to avoid the Glenmachan Street area of south Belfast due to ongoing disorder. Disruption is expected for a number of hours. We thank you for your patience at this time, and a further update will be provided in due course -PSNI
Bell Ringing with the Campanologists from St Nicholas Church Carrickfergus
Campanology is the study of bells, encompassing the art of ringing them. A campanologist is someone who practices or is skilled in campanology. The term can apply to individuals who focus on the mechanics, history, and acoustics of bells, as well as those who engage in the performance aspect, particularly change ringing.
# # # Key Aspects of Campanology
1. **Change Ringing**:
- This is a musical performance aspect involving the ringing of a set of tuned bells in a series of mathematical patterns called "changes."
- Popular primarily in churches in England, it requires a high level of skill and coordination among the ringers.
2. **Bell Founding**:
- The process of casting and tuning bells.
- Bell founders are specialized craftsmen who create bells of various sizes and tones.
3. **Bell Mechanics**:
- The study of the mechanics involved in the installation, maintenance, and operation of bells.
- This includes the design and upkeep of bell towers and ringing mechanisms.
4. **Bell History**:
- Exploration of the historical context and development of bells and their uses.
- This might include the study of ancient bells, their inscriptions, and their roles in different cultures and religions.
5. **Acoustics**:
- Understanding the sound properties of bells.
- This involves studying how the shape, size, and material of a bell affect its tone and resonance.
# # # Organizations and Societies
- **The Central Council of Church Bell Ringers (CCCBR)**:
- An organization in the UK that promotes change ringing and supports bell ringers.
- **North American Guild of Change Ringers**:
- Promotes the art of change ringing in North America.
- **Ancient Society of College Youths**:
- One of the oldest ringing societies in the world, based in London.
# # # Famous Bells and Towers
- **Big Ben**:
- Located in the Elizabeth Tower of the Palace of Westminster, London.
- **Liberty Bell**:
- An iconic symbol of American independence located in Philadelphia.
- **Great Bell of Dhammazedi**:
- A legendary bell from Burma, lost for centuries and the subject of many search expeditions.
# # # Campanology in Culture
- **Literature and Media**:
- Bells have featured prominently in literature and folklore, symbolizing everything from time and death to freedom and celebration.
- They are often depicted in films, music, and books, sometimes with a mythical or supernatural element.
Campanology remains a vibrant field, blending historical traditions with modern techniques, and continues to engage enthusiasts around the world in the joyful and complex art of bell ringing.
09/07/2024
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Dog walker assaulted and car rammed in Newtownabbey - South Antrim Vox A dog walker was assaulted by a group of men and then had his car rammed in Newtownabbey. It happened on Monday afternoon (8 July) at around 2pm. Police say the 41 year old man was walking his dog in Valley Dog Park on O’Neill Road at around 2pm when he was approached by a group of men. One of th
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