# emergency services (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 10 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover emergency services. Page: Feed: --- ## [PSNI officer dismissed after 'catalogue of corruption' uncovered by Ombudsman](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/psni-officer-dismissed-after-catalogue-34513667) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (James Martin McCarthy) · BelfastLive - News_ “Members of the public rightly expect police officers to behave ethically and uphold the highest professional standards,” she said. ## [Nurses warn of strike action as they are 'still denied pay award given to UK colleagues'](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/nurses-warn-strike-action-still-34515148) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Connor Lynch) · BelfastLive - News_ The Royal College of Nursing has approved the next steps towards a statutory ballot for industrial action. ## [Newry parklet scheme delays causes eyesore concerns amid imminent launch](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/newry-parklet-scheme-delays-causes-34517031) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Donal McMahon) · BelfastLive - News_ Parklet schemes involve converting town centre parking spaces in to public outdoor seating areas to help boost local high street hospitality trade ## [Northern Ireland households could get £50 electricity bill discount in October](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/northern-ireland-households-could-50-34516631) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Jane Corscadden) · BelfastLive - News_ It is a measure announced to help households with increased cost of living over the winter months ## [Stormont Executive needs to do ‘a bit of self-help’ on finances, says Secretary of State](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/stormont-executive-needs-a-bit-34516346) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Claudia Savage) · BelfastLive - News_ Sir Chris Bryant urged party leaders to have an “open mind” as the region continues without a set budget. ## ["Girls Just Wanna Walk Home" mural unveiled in Co Down for women's safety](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/girls-just-wanna-walk-home-34514583) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Michael Kenwood) · BelfastLive - News_ The mural was created as part of the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls campaign ## [Disabled mum faces 'hurtful' online abuse over calls for inclusive new Bangor seafront](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/disabled-mum-faces-hurtful-online-34513518) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Lauren Harte) · BelfastLive - News_ She has spent years speaking up about the barriers disabled people face in accessing public spaces. ## [Dolly Parton's heartbreaking health admission days before her death](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/tv/dolly-partons-heartbreaking-health-admission-34517289) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Jason Chester, Emma O'Neill) · BelfastLive - News_ Country music legend Dolly Parton died aged 80 after a series of health problems which forced her to cancel and postpone public appearances, having put her own health aside to care for her husband Carl Dean ## [Teen charged to court after four suspected viable devices found during Co Tyrone security alert](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/teen-charged-court-after-four-34517023) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ He is also charged with possession of prohibited weapons ## [Afghan nationals jailed for involvement in North Belfast cannabis factory worth £500,000](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/afghan-nationals-jailed-involvement-north-34516787) _2026-08-25 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (John Cassidy) · BelfastLive - News_ Large commercial premises were initially rented out to a company in London called 'Just Meet and Eat' but the site was turned into an industrial-scale cannabis factory ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Zn3nYYSwGtEm) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## [Two wineries best in business with fortified and sweet](https://www.cowraguardian.com.au/news/rural/two-wineries-best-in-business-with-fortified-and-sweet-e9jk1kiw) _2026-08-24 · Cowra Guardian_ All Saints win best fortified and Dal Zotto best sweet at esteemed wine awards. ## [B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50286/news/business/economy/b-c-premier-says-every-weapon-is-on-the-table-as-canada-u-s-trade-war-escalates/) _2026-08-22 · Emily Joveski · My Tri-Port Now_ B.C. Premier David Eby said the additional 50-per-cent tariffs imposed on Canadian goods by the United States are "inexplicable" and "indefensible" and reaffirmed his refusal to return American alcohol to government liquor store shelves. The post B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50283/news/business/carney-said-canada-was-attacked-pointed-to-divisions-inside-trump-administration/) _2026-08-22 · John White · My Tri-Port Now_ Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada was under economic attack Saturday after trade negotiations collapsed, new U.S. tariffs took effect and he suggested divisions inside U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration contributed to the breakdown. The post Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [We compare prices of packed lunch essentials at Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/compare-prices-packed-lunch-essentials-34500100) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Connor Lynch) · BelfastLive - News_ Belfast Live has looked at the three major supermarkets, Sainsbury's, Asda and Tesco, to see which one offers the best value for money on a selection of items that are commonly found in pack lunches. ## [Cancer must be a priority for new Health Minister](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/cancer-must-priority-new-health-34499014) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sarah Christie, Head of Northern Ireland for Macmillan Cancer Support) · BelfastLive - News_ Writing for Belfast Live, Sarah Christie, Head of Northern Ireland for Macmillan Cancer Support, calls on the new Health Minister Robbie Butler to make cancer a priority ## [8 cases before the Northern Irish courts this week](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/8-cases-before-northern-irish-34499904) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Connor Lynch) · BelfastLive - News_ Here is your round-up of the key cases that were heard before Northern Ireland courts during the week of August 17-21 ## [See inside 'perfect' £749k Belfast family home in very desirable location](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/gallery/see-inside-perfect-749k-belfast-34483590) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Lauren Harte) · BelfastLive - News_ Thoughtfully designed to accommodate contemporary family living ## [Ballyclare family praises new healthcare service that kept 93-year-old mum out of hospital](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/ballyclare-family-praises-new-healthcare-34483655) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Lauren Harte) · BelfastLive - News_ The community-based service allows patients to benefit from expert care without needing a hospital stay ## [Tributes paid to famed musician killed in latest road tragedy](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/tributes-paid-famed-musician-killed-34501449) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (James Martin McCarthy) · BelfastLive - News_ The 81 year old was pronounced dead at the scene ## [Tragedy for family as 'much-loved' Irish man, 25, dies suddenly in Spain](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/tragedy-family-much-loved-irish-34502649) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Ruairi Scott Byrne, Carrington Walker) · BelfastLive - News_ Tributes have flooded in for 25-year-old Adam Gilchrist from East Wall, Dublin, who passed away suddenly while on holiday in Spain ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/goI0y30C6rDg) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [In pictures: 5th annual Mela carnival takes place in Belfast](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/gallery/pictures-5th-annual-mela-carnival-34501606) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (James Martin McCarthy) · BelfastLive - News_ Led by the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Róis-Máire Donnelly, the parade set off from Writer’s Square at 12.30pm before making its way to City Hall to mark the start of the 20th Belfast Mela Festival. ## [Traitors winner Rachel Duffy shares 'severe pain' update after gruesome blender accident](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/tv/traitors-winner-rachel-duffy-shares-34502507) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Carrington Walker, Yasmin Vince) · BelfastLive - News_ Rachel described how she 'did a number' on herself ## [PSNI appeal for help locating 'high risk' nine year old boy missing since Thursday](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/psni-appeal-help-locating-high-34502525) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (James Martin McCarthy) · BelfastLive - News_ He was last seen wearing a red Manchester United t-shirt and black tracksuit bottoms ## ['It was my only hope to survive' - Def Leppard's Belfast rocker on cancer battle](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/it-only-hope-survive-def-34502150) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Carrington Walker, Jason Chester) · BelfastLive - News_ The guitarist revealed a stem cell transplant 'failed to stick' after it was carried out in January of last year ## [Man taken to hospital as car ploughs into shopper at Bangor ASDA store](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/man-taken-hospital-car-ploughs-34501643) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (James Martin McCarthy) · BelfastLive - News_ Police have appealed for witnesses to come forward ## [Family pays tributes to Irish mum, 30, found dead in Australian home as man arrested](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/family-pays-tributes-irish-mum-34501959) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sara Rountree, Carrington Walker) · BelfastLive - News_ Family and friends have paid heartfelt tributes following the tragic death of Annmarie O'Reilly ## [Firefighters and police currently at the scene of building blaze in Kesh - LIVE updates](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/firefighters-police-currently-scene-building-34500799) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ The Drumwhinny Road has reopened on Saturday afternoon ## [Man taken to hospital after stabbing incident in Newtownabbey](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/man-taken-hospital-after-stabbing-34501588) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ Two men have been arrested ## [Investigation launched after burglary and car theft in North Belfast](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast-news/investigation-launched-after-burglary-car-34501288) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ It happened in the early hours of Saturday morning ## [Police name 81-year-old pedestrian who died after in Co Armagh collision](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/police-name-81-year-old-34501113) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ The collision involving a lorry happened on Friday morning ## [Make any domain metal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RAEqlLAj5Etj) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Turn any domain into a blacked-out metal landing page with an email waitlist ## [Appeal to identify 'distressed' teen spotted with several young men in Omagh](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/appeal-identify-distressed-teen-spotted-34500956) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ Police say it is in relation to an ongoing investigation ## [Belfast Zoo to remain closed all weekend amid 'ongoing issue' with water supply](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast-news/belfast-zoo-remain-closed-weekend-34500703) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Sophie McLaughlin) · BelfastLive - News_ "Our animal welfare and the safety of our visitors and staff remain our priority" ## [AWOL Andy needs to get on a plane to Northern Ireland](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/awol-andy-needs-plane-northern-34498668) _2026-08-22 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (James Martin McCarthy) · BelfastLive - News_ "The people of Northern Ireland did not elect the Labour Government, but they did elect an Assembly and a devolved government, and those institutions deserve the respect of Downing Street." ## [Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50281/news/business/canada-vows-dollar-for-dollar-retaliation-as-50-per-cent-u-s-tariffs-take-effect/) _2026-08-22 · John White · My Tri-Port Now_ Canada suspended trade negotiations with the United States and pledged dollar-for-dollar retaliation as additional 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs took effect early Saturday on about $28 billion in Canadian goods. The post Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [Victoria Police issue 500+ offences to snow-bound motorists](https://www.insidestategovernment.com.au/victoria-police-issue-500-offences-to-snow-bound-motorists/) _2026-08-22 · Kelly Nealon · Inside State Government_ Victoria Police issued more than 500 offences to motorists travelling to and from Victorian snowfields last weekend as part of a major road policing operation. Operation Eastern Snow has seen police highly visible and enforcing on roads heading to and from Victoria’s alpine areas, including Mount Buller, Falls Creek and Mount Hotham. “While it was \[…\] The post Victoria Police issue 500+ offences… ## [Water program to be expanded to Red Centre](https://www.insidestategovernment.com.au/top-end-water-program-to-be-expanded/) _2026-08-22 · Kelly Nealon · Inside State Government_ The Northern Territory Government has announced it will expand Power and Water’s That’s My Water! Program to Alice Springs to help Red Centre students discover where their water comes from and learn how to save water at school and at home. That’s My Water! gives Year 3 to 7 students a fun, hands-on way to \[…\] The post Water program to be expanded to Red Centre appeared first on Inside State… ## [NT Govt on board with Uber’s arrival in Alice Springs](https://www.insidestategovernment.com.au/nt-govt-on-board-with-ubers-arrival-in-alice-springs/) _2026-08-22 · Kelly Nealon · Inside State Government_ The Northern Territory Government has welcomed plans by transportation company, Uber, to launch its rideshare service in Alice Springs. Uber already provides food delivery services through Uber Eats in Alice Springs and is now recruiting local drivers as it prepares to expand into rideshare. The service is expected to commence this year once sufficient drivers \[…\] The post NT Govt on board with… ## [Police answer call of dial-a-dealer drug network in Sydney’s south](https://www.insidestategovernment.com.au/police-answer-call-of-dial-a-dealer-drug-network-in-sydneys-south/) _2026-08-22 · Kelly Nealon · Inside State Government_ St George Police have charged six people and seized drugs as part of an investigation into a ‘dial-a-dealer’ network allegedly supplying large amounts of methamphetamine in Sydney’s south. In March, detectives attached to St George Police Area Command commenced Strike Force Chamizal to investigate the supply of methamphetamine across the Peakhurst, Penshurst, Rockdale, Hurstville, Riverwood, \[…\]… ## [Prince George plane lost engine power before fatal crash, investigators say](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50278/news/emergency-services/prince-george-plane-lost-engine-power-before-fatal-crash-investigators-say/) _2026-08-21 · Brendan Pawliw · My Tri-Port Now_ A plane that made a fatal emergency landing on a Prince George road Thursday lost power in one engine before colliding with four vehicles, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada said. The post Prince George plane lost engine power before fatal crash, investigators say appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50275/news/education/majority-of-b-c-teachers-concerned-ai-is-impacting-critical-thinking-skills-finds-survey/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Tri-Port Now_ The B.C. Teachers' Federation said educators need a bigger voice in shaping school AI policies as teachers raise concerns about the technology's effects on students. The post Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [B.C. extends state of emergency for wildfires to Aug. 29](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50273/news/emergency-services/fire/wildfires/b-c-extends-state-of-emergency-for-wildfires-to-aug-29/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Tri-Port Now_ B.C. has extended its provincial state of emergency until Aug. 29 as wildfire risks remain high across the province. The post B.C. extends state of emergency for wildfires to Aug. 29 appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [ACT progresses plans for new police HQ](https://www.insidestategovernment.com.au/act-progresses-plans-for-new-police-hq/) _2026-08-21 · Kelly Nealon · Inside State Government_ The ACT Government is continuing to progress plans for a new City Police Station and ACT Policing Headquarters. Supported by $3.767 million in the 2026-27 Budget, the project is moving to the next stage of procurement. A Request for Proposal (RFP) process will open this week for shortlisted proponents. This follows the successful Request for \[…\] The post ACT progresses plans for new police HQ… ## [HAIR AND NOW – Episode 339 August 14, 2026](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119369/on-air/hair-now/hair-and-now-episode-339-august-14-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Kent Schumaker · My Comox Valley Now_ Brian Howes and Kent Schumaker host an hour of the 80's 'side shows'. The Bands made up of stars from other bands, solely intended as side projects. Some of them had more potential than the original band. The post HAIR AND NOW – Episode 339 August 14, 2026 appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . [Listen](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/HAIR-AND-NOW-AUGUST-14-2026-EPISODE.mp3) ## [Courtenay pool going to the dogs for Pooch-a-Poolooza](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119348/news/municipal-news/city-of-courtenay/courtenay-pool-going-to-the-dogs-for-pooch-a-poolooza/) _2026-08-21 · Wylie Henderson · My Comox Valley Now_ Pooch-a-Poolooza returns to Lewis Park on Saturday, Aug. 29, allowing our furry friends to splash, paddle and play before the outdoor pool is closed for the season. The post Courtenay pool going to the dogs for Pooch-a-Poolooza appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . ## [Police issue statement after 'Cat in the Hat' pictured terrorising streets](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/police-issue-statement-after-cat-34500160) _2026-08-21 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Cathal Ryan, Carrington Walker, Cathal Austin) · BelfastLive - News_ Police in Ireland have stepped in to reassure the public after alarming AI-generated images of a character resembling Dr Seuss' Cat in the Hat spread widely online ## [Hundreds gather in vigil for family injured in horror wrong-way M9 crash](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/hundreds-gather-vigil-family-injured-34500094) _2026-08-21 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (PA, Cillian Sherlock, Martin McCullough) · BelfastLive - News_ Ella Hendricken and Niamh and Alma Kinsella were travelling with the child to the airport for a holiday when the car they were in was struck by another vehicle driving the wrong way ## [Child rescued from "dangerous" silt at Belfast park](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast-news/child-rescued-dangerous-silt-belfast-34498897) _2026-08-21 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Connor Lynch) · BelfastLive - News_ The fire service attended the incident at the Waterworks in North Belfast ## [DUP happy after EU rebuffs Belfast Council over more european funding](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast-news/dup-happy-after-eu-rebuffs-34498384) _2026-08-21 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Michael Kenwood) · BelfastLive - News_ EU Commission gives a short and decisive reply to a query abour pre-accession funding ## ["Our Little Superhero": Co Down dad’s moving tribute to toddler daughter after life-saving surgery](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/our-little-superhero-co-down-34490362) _2026-08-21 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Jane Corscadden) · BelfastLive - News_ The little one became seriously ill while on a family trip ## [M9 crash teen's coffin lifted into air as priest speaks of 'anger, regret and disbelief'](https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/m9-crash-teens-coffin-lifted-34499422) _2026-08-21 · news@belfastlive.co.uk (Danny De Vaal) · BelfastLive - News_ Alex McCarthy, 16, was one of five young people who died in the M9 road tragedy in the early hours of Sunday morning