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The Hindu
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
British Open schedule on Saturday to be adjusted because of loyalist parade
Tee times in Saturday's third round of the British Open (The Open) will be brought forward in an effort to reduce the potential for disruption while an annual loyalist parade takes place the same day in Portrush. Some 77 bands, and an estimated 2,000 people from the Portrush Sons of Ulster organisation, are expected to march through the town in Northern Ireland that is hosting golf's oldest major championship. The parade is scheduled to start at 8.30 pm local time — around the same time that thousands of spectators might be leaving the property at Royal Portrush following the third round of the Open Championship. Amid the potential for logistical issues, the R&A which organises the British Open, is adjusting its schedule for Saturday. 'We've worked really collaboratively with the organisers and across multiple agency groups to ensure primarily that both events can run as seamlessly as possible,' R&A chief executive Mark Darbon said on Wednesday. 'We're making a slight tweak to tee times to try and finish — it's not dramatic. It'll be 15 minutes or so earlier,' he added. More than 275,000 spectators are expected to attend the Open across this week. ALSO READ | The Open 2025: Dates, course history, players, prize money & more The Belfast Telegraph reported last week the Portrush Sons of Ulster group was offered 20,000 pounds (USD 27,000) by the R&A to postpone the parade, and that the offer was rejected. When that was put to Darbon, he said the R&A was making contributions to support 'the seamless operation of both events.' 'We try and be good citizens in the communities in which we operate when we come to town,' he said. Darbon said he had no extra security concerns around Saturday evening, adding the safety of spectators was 'always a prime consideration.' Price hikes It's a big week for Portrush and its local businesses — and it appears some have been attempting to take full advantage. The prices of meals at some of the town's popular restaurants shot up, leading to criticism and complaints from visitors, The Guardian newspaper reported. According to the paper, the price of a burger at Ramore Wine Bar rose from 7.95 pounds (USD 10.65) to 17.95 pounds (USD 24). The Ramore Restaurant Group, which owns that bar and others, including the well-known Harbour Bar, attributed the price hikes to extra staff being needed for a busy Open week, but said menus have been 'revised and adjusted' in the wake of the complaints.
Belfast Telegraph
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Belfast Telegraph
Lanes reopen after two cars overturn on M1 rush-hour crash
However, traffic is still being impacted by delays linked to the earlier disruption. The collision happened around 6:50am as two cars overturned on the road close to the Applegreen service station. Both Belfast-bound lanes were closed for a short time with traffic heading to the Balmoral show also being affected. Tailbacks following multi-car collision outside Lisburn The Belfast Telegraph understands that the tailback at one stage was around six miles long, spanning to the outskirts of Moira. Roads in and around Lisburn have also been affected as motorists seek an alternative route. A police spokesperson said: 'One Belfast-bound lane of the M1 has re-opened following an earlier collision. 'Tailbacks and delays should be expected in the area.' In a post, TrafficWatch NI wrote: 'M1 East bound: Update - Both lanes have now reopened following an earlier road traffic collision. However, expect knock on delays.'
Belfast Telegraph
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Belfast Telegraph
Six-mile tailback as two cars overturn in rush-hour crash on M1
LATEST | Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious multi-vehicle crash on the M1 outside Lisburn. The collision happened around 6:50am as two cars overturned on the road close to the Applegreen service station. Both Belfast-bound lanes were closed for a short time with traffic heading to the Balmoral show also being affected. The two lanes remain closed, while police have opened the hard shoulder to traffic to clear some of the extensive backlog. Tailbacks following multi-car collision outside Lisburn The Belfast Telegraph understands that the tailback is around six miles long, spanning to the outskirts of Moira. Roads in and around Lisburn have also been affected as motorists seek an alternative route. In a statement a police spokesperson said: 'One Belfast-bound lane of the M1 has re-opened following an earlier collision. 'Tailbacks and delays should be expected in the area.'
Daily Mail
21-04-2025
- Daily Mail
'Much-loved' mother-of-two killed in single-vehicle crash: Family grieving double tragedy as she and her father die days apart
A 'very much-loved' mother-of-two has passed away after a tragic road accident in Northern Ireland, as loved ones share heartbreaking tributes at the 'tremendous loss'. Shelly Feeney, who was in her 30s, was driving in Ballymooney last Monday morning when she was involved in a single-vehicle collision where a child also received minor injuries. The north Antrim local was then airlifted to hospital where she spent the next five days 'bravely fighting for her life' in intensive care but died on Saturday. Her death comes only a few days after her father, who passed away suddenly on Tuesday it was reported - 24 hours after his daughter's crash. Bushvalley Primary School, where she worked as a 'highly esteemed and valued classroom assistant', have shared their 'sincere sympathies' to her family at the 'deep sadness' of her passing. They added that 'our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family circle at this very difficult time'. Heartbroken parents and colleagues rushed to share their condolences on the 'devastating news'. Cassie Hunter said 'it was an absolute pleasure working with Shelley. She had a heart of gold' while Clare Steele added 'sending sincere sympathies to her children, partner and extended family. Thinking of you all at Bushvalley where her passing will be felt by children and colleagues. What a tremendous loss'. Rachel Longwell wrote 'so sorry to hear this awful news. Thinking of Shelley's family, friends and everyone at Bushvalley during this difficult time' alongside Trace Mac's comment that 'this is such sad news and there will be a lot of very sad little ones given the impact she made on them. Thoughts are with her family at this time'. A reverend has also raised more than £22,000 on GoFundMe, set up to support the family during the 'incredibly difficult and worrying time for everyone who knows and loves Shelly'. Rev Andre Alves-Areias - who is the minister at the Church she will be buried at - said she was a 'dear friend' and hoped the money raised last week would support Ms Feeney's partner Stephen at the 'critical time'. He told The Belfast Telegraph that his 'heart goes out to Stephen and the children, and to Bobby (her brother) and the wider of course to her friends and colleagues.' 'I was touched to see the community come together last week and I know they'll continue to come together for the family over the days, weeks, months and years that come,' he added. Rev Andre Alves-Areias said he led a prayer for her family last week and was touched by how 'almost every seat was taken'. 'The community are really feeling the weight of what has happened, but are rallying round in an amazing way to help support the family.' Written before she passed away, the GoFundMe stated: 'At this critical time Stephen needs to be with her as much as he can. 'However, being constantly present at the hospital often involves significant unexpected costs – things like travel back and forth, parking, meals, and time off work. 'The last thing Stephen should have to worry about right now is the financial strain of being there for Shelly.' The TUV leader Jim Allister MP said 'every death is keenly felt by the loved ones impacted. However, when the passing is so sudden and the result of a tragic accident it is felt all the more keenly'. He added: 'I know there will be people over a wide area who will be upholding them in prayer at this time.' The party's vice chairman Councillor Allister Kyle also said they were 'deeply saddened to learn of the death of Shelly Feeney following a tragic accident last week' and shared that they knew Stephen 'well' thanks to his involvement with Coleraine Football Club. 'The esteem in which the family is held is demonstrated by the fact that a Go Fund Me set up in the wake of the accident has already raised in excess of £20,000,' he added. Ms Feeney's funeral is set to take place on Wednesday morning and her family has asked for well-wishers to give donations to Air Ambulance N.I. instead of flowers.
Sunday World
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Sunday World
‘Much loved' mother-of-two (30s) dies five days after tragic road accident
Shelley Feeney, aged in her 30s, died on Saturday (April 19) as a result of the single-vehicle collision, which happened last Monday morning A young mother-of-two from north Antrim has passed away less than a week after a tragic road accident. Shelley Feeney, aged in her 30s, died on Saturday (April 19) as a result of the single-vehicle collision, which happened last Monday morning. Emergency services attended the scene in the Knockmore Road area of Ballymoney shortly after 10.30am and rushed the casualty to hospital, where she remained in the intensive care unit until her death. A PSNI spokesperson said a child also sustained minor injuries in the crash. Ms Feeney's father died the day after her crash. A death notice states that he died suddenly at the Royal Victoria Hospital. Ms Feeney's funeral will take place at Mosside Presbyterian Church with a Service of Thanksgiving at 11am on Wednesday. The church has also to date raised over £21,000 with an online fundraiser that Rev Andre Alves-Areias started for the Feeney family. Ms Feeney has been descried as the 'dearly loved partner of Stephen, much loved mother of Jake and Sophie, beloved daughter of the late James and June, dear granddaughter of Elsie and Mary Jane, much loved sister of Bobby and a dear sister-in-law, daughter-in-law, niece, aunt, cousin and friend'. The notice said her family would like to invite those attending the service to wear bright colours. Speaking to The Belfast Telegraph on Monday, Rev Andre Alves-Areias said: "My heart goes out to Stephen and the children, and to Bobby (her brother) and the wider of course to her friends and colleagues." "I was touched to see the community come together last week and I know they'll continue to come together for the family over the days, weeks, months and years that come." "The thing that keeps me going in times like this is the hope of the Easter story that we've just remembered. "The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the one thing I can hold onto, because it reminds me that if Jesus rose from the dead, and he promises that those who believe will follow him, then I'm going to cling to that promise with everything I've got. "So my prayer is that the family, friends and loved ones of Shelley will do the same and commit their fears, their grief, their hurt and their whole lives into Jesus' loving care - not just to get them through this difficult time, but to get them through every difficult time that comes after."
