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Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
VB: Traffic safety officer, eyewitness testify in fatal hit-and-run case
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A man charged in a fatal hit-and-run earlier this year was back in court Thursday, hoping for a judge to reconsider the conditions of his bond, but that request was denied. Michael Shippy is accused of hitting and killing Thomas Moore, 63, along Bonney Road in the early hours of Jan. 31. He faces multiple charges, including felony hit-and-run and DUI. In court, two witnesses testified before a Virginia Beach judge: a traffic safety officer and a man who witnessed the moments leading up to Moore's death. The eyewitness, whose identity is being withheld for privacy, said he was driving home from work around 1:30 a.m. when he spotted Moore lying on the right side of Bonney Road, a two-way road. He said Moore appeared conscious and responded faintly when he asked if he was OK. According to the eyewitness, he did not step out of the vehicle during this time for safety reasons. Moments later, the witness told the court he saw a black SUV approach. That's when he heard a loud 'smack.' He called 911 and repositioned his car in front of Moore's body to shield it from other drivers. He testified that he watched the SUV stop briefly at a red light at the intersection of Bonney Road and Rosemont Road before turning and leaving the area. A Virginia Beach police officer who specializes in traffic investigations said officers later tracked the SUV back to Shippy, who claimed he had been at a bar that night with his girlfriend but denied driving on Bonney Road the night of the incident. However, during a search of the vehicle, officers found reddish-brown smears beneath the SUV and navy-blue fibers matching the description of Moore's clothing. Swabs were sent off for testing to determine whether the stains were human remains. Officers also recovered several zip-top baggies containing cocaine. Four of Shippy's supporters were present in court, including his mother, who became visibly emotional. She told 10 On Your Side that her son 'isn't a murderer' but declined to comment further. Shippy remains in jail. His next court appearance is scheduled for June 30. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Sky News
01-05-2025
- Climate
- Sky News
UK weather: Warmest start to May on record - but will the hot spell continue?
The UK has seen its warmest start to May on record as temperatures soared to over 29C in the spring sunshine. The Met Office said 29.1C (84.3F) had been recorded in Chertsey, Surrey, passing the previous 1 May record of 27.4C (81.3F) set in Lossiemouth in 1990. Earlier in the day, the mercury reached 28.6C (83.4F) at Kew Gardens in southwest London and Wisley in Surrey. Thursday was also the warmest day of the year so far, beating the previous high of 26.7C (80F) reached in Wisley on Wednesday. But the heat is not expected to last, with cooler weather starting to drift in from the north on Friday. Temperatures are expected to ease by Friday and Saturday, meaning cooler conditions of 14C to 18C across the UK. Stephen Dixon, a Met Office spokesman, said: "Temperatures tomorrow will be slightly reduced from what we've seen today, possibly 26 or 27 degrees in the far southeast of England through the day tomorrow." What has led to the hot spell? Forecasters said the hot spell has been due to the jet stream remaining stuck north of the country, allowing high pressure to settle. Last month was also the sunniest April in the UK since records began in 1910, with 47% more sunshine hours than the long-term meteorological average, and the third warmest April on record, according to provisional Met Office figures. Rainfall was well below average for most of the UK last month, with just 56% of expected totals recorded. And Tyne and Wear had its second driest April on record, with only 7% of its usual rainfall. Scientists see fingerprints of climate change all over tumbling records Thomas Moore Science correspondent @SkyNewsThomas Britain has basked in the early taste of summer. The warmest May Day, the third warmest April and a spring that has so far beaten temperature records dating back to 1884. But this is more than just natural variation. Scientists see the fingerprints of climate change all over the tumbling records. Maps released by data analysts Climate Central show that across large parts of the country, human-induced climate change has made the high temperatures four or even five times more likely. The warm - and dry - weather this spring has led to a steep rise in wildfires. Figures from Europe's satellite monitoring service Copernicus show that more than twice as much land has been burned so far this year in the UK as the average for a whole year. Latest data shows 29,484 hectares (72,857 acres) have been scorched in 2025, compared to a yearly average of 12,613 hectares (31,167 acres) between 2012 and 2024. Temperatures will fall sharply into the Bank Holiday weekend. But the fire risk remains 'very high to extreme' across much of Scotland and 'very high' for large parts of England. The warmth that brings joy to many of us also brings jeopardy. Boy's body recovered from lake Meanwhile, the recovery of a 16-year-old boy's body from a lake in Nottingham prompted emergency services to warn about swimming in lakes and rivers. Chief Inspector David Mather, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "I would like to take this opportunity to highlight this case as a reminder of the devastating consequences of entering open water - regardless of whether people do so deliberately or inadvertently." The London Fire Brigade said its crews responded to 565 water-related incidents last year and have already attended around 160 in the first quarter of this year, with incidents ranging from rescuing people to animals stranded on lakes and ponds. 'Water temperatures can be dangerously cold' Assistant commissioner for prevention and protection Craig Carter said. "Even when the sun is shining, water temperatures can be dangerously cold. Cold water shock can affect anyone, no matter how fit or experienced they are. It can lead to water inhalation, and, in the worst cases, drowning." The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) offered similar warnings, advising those planning to swim at a lifeguarded beach to swim between the red and yellow flags. Fire services warned that the warm weather means there is a "heightened" risk of grass and wildfires which can spread more easily during the dry spell, as firefighters have been battling what they described as a large wildfire in the Peak District. The RAC also cautioned drivers on the roads, with spokesman Rod Dennis saying breakdowns are expected to "soar", while the NHS reported searches for hay fever advice had doubled from Monday to Wednesday.
Extra.ie
26-04-2025
- Extra.ie
The Weekend Run with Liam Gaskin - Hidden Wicklow gem and my verdict on Suzuki's latest offering
I take a road less travelled for this run. Everyone is familiar with the Wicklow mountains, Blessington lakes and Powerscourt House in Enniskerry – and these routes are well ridden by motorcyclists. However, in Wicklow, there are places and roads that are neglected in the main by bikers, drivers and tourists. In contrast to the barren but beautiful Wicklow mountains, I visit today the lush foothills of The Garden County. I start my run today in Kilbride, near Wicklow town and just off the N11. My first stop was Redcross, a name very familiar to N11 drivers but I bet a town most have never visited. This is a sleepy little town but renowned for the stud farms and riding schools locally. The road from Redcross to Avoca, my next stop, is not great. I'd give it 5 out of 10 but it does go through beautiful countryside. I headed to Avoca which is famous for 'The Meeting of the Waters'. This is where the Avonmore and Avonbeg rivers converge to form the Avoca river. The location was made famous by Thomas Moore's song and poem by the same name. Take the road less travelled in Wicklow. Pic: Supplied I was foolishly misguided as I believed the Meeting of the Waters was in the village of Avoca – wrong. You go over the bridge in Avoca heading to Woodenbridge, but instead of going left at the T-junction go right for four clicks and voila! You've arrived at the meeting of the waters. In full flow it is a great sight. The road from Avoca village to the end of my run is first class and for a biker I would give it 8.5 out of 10. Now you have to track back on yourself to get to Woodenbridge. Set in the magnificent Vale of Avoca, it is well known for one of the most beautiful golf courses in Ireland and Irelands oldest Hotel established in 1608, The Woodenbridge Hotel and Lodge. They won a Gold Medal Hotel award in 2024 so are still going strong. Little known find – a small tranquil World War 1 memorial garden in the centre of the town alongside the river. It commemorates 1,215 Wicklow men and nine women who lost their lives in World War 1. It is well worth a visit. Meeting of the Waters in Avoca, Co Wicklow. Pic: Supplied Leaving Woodenbridge, I headed to Arklow – a large town with an interesting quay and harbour. My sights were set on the run to Brittas Bay, a 4km stretch of golden beach, via the coast road. And what a road, narrow with great twists and bends and ups and downs, simply a great biking road. Brittas Bay is famous with Dubliners who make the pilgrimage there religiously in the summer when the sun comes out (which isn't too often). I parked up and stretched my legs with a stroll on the beach before finishing the run at the infamous Jack White's food and drink emporium. If you don't know why this pub is famous, check it out online. Truth is stranger than fiction. I use the Detecht App to track all my rides. Click here to see the detailed map. Tiger Sport 800. Pic: Triumph Well not an actual Tiger. The Triumph Tiger 800 Sport. Now, my ambitions to be a MotoGp rider are long gone and the idea of riding a sports bike wasn't necessarily floating my boat but I was curious how it would perform. The riding position on the 800 is upright which gives you a sense of real control over the machine. This is a bike I felt at one with. There was a connection between me, the bike and the road. I felt it was built for me. I joined the M50 and weaved in and out of the traffic with great ease. The six-speed gearbox was as smooth as silk. Wanting to check out the torque I dropped it into to 4th gear and tickled the throttle and it took off. The speed of acceleration is astounding. The standard adjustable windscreen deflected most of the wind so I never felt I had to do my belly-on-tank impersonation of Valentino Rossi. This is a really great bike to ride at any speed. I can see guys or gals commuting to work on it and touring at the weekend. The slip and assist clutch reduces lever effort and wrist fatigue. It genuinely is a doddle to drive in traffic. I like to open up on the motorway and the 800 did everything I asked of it and had more to offer. I also like to tootle around housing estates to check handling in low gear and the Tiger tootled beautifully. This is a lot of bike for not a lot of money (comparatively speaking). I am also impressed with some of the standard equipment such as wet, dry and fast (my definition) driving modes, optimised ABS cornering, switchable traction control, cruise control for the longer runs, adjustable windscreen which worked really well for me, and Bluetooth connectivity. The Tiger starts at €14,895. If you have a few extra euro you can get heated grips – which I highly recommend – tyre pressure monitoring, a very useful auxiliary power socket and of course luggage boxes. All in all The Triumph Tiger 800 Sport is a pussycat with a big bite. It's probably the bike I've most felt at one with for a very long time. Change your tyres and helmet at least every five years – whether they look good or not. Rubber erodes over time and although you haven't done huge mileage they can be dangerous. Your helmet also needs replacing by then as it will always have had a few knocks and bumps when you're handling it. The padding will also become weakened as the oils on your head and sweet damage it over time. Always better to be safe than sorry. Ali Horan is one to watch. Pic: Supplied What Ali has done in 12 months, most bikers haven't done in a lifetime. Ali only got her first motorbike in March 2024 — but from then on, she knew she'd found what she was meant to do. It didn't take long before she made some big life changes: She left her full-time permanent job in the events industry and went freelance to give herself the freedom she needed to pursue motorbiking. She even gave up her apartment so she could pour every resource into riding. She clocked over 20,000 km around Ireland and toured Morocco just 8 months after getting on a motorbike for the first time. She wanted to be on the road all the time. She put her name down for a trail riding event taking place in Portugal in March 2025. Instead of flying in and shipping her gear, she rode the whole way down solo — covering over 6,000km through Spain and Portugal. That trip become the foundation for her YouTube channel, where she's documenting the journey from start to finish, including four days of dirt biking in the hills of Monchique. She release a new episode every Friday. Stunning scenery, amazing heart stopping roads and a great story. Ger Colleran on the Normandy D Day beaches. Pic: Supplied Ger has had a very interesting career. He's been a journalist, national newspaper editor and – on occasion – a TV presenter. He currently writes a column in The Irish Mail on Sunday and is a practising barrister at law. This is an accomplished man who does not like being idle, and great company on a biking weekend. 1. When did you start riding bikes? When I was 50, not a midlife crisis I assure you. 2. How old were you when you took it up? See above. 3. What was your first bike? A Honda Deauville. I've since graduated to my current bike, the BMW R1150RT. 4. Did your license come with your car licence or did you do the test? I did the test. 5. Did you get your test first time? Yes. 6. What was your most memorable ride out? Five days in Normandy visiting the D Day beaches. I'd highly recommend it. 7. Did you ever have a spill? No. 8. Did your partner approve of you getting a bike? No. 8B. Did your partner ever ride with you on the bike. No, but that was my choice. you do any major tours on the bike? Weekend runs round Ireland and Normandy. 10. What would you say to someone considering buying a bike? Take trading in very, very seriously. Be careful, because I believe they are ALL out to get you! Celtic Horizons' Donegal tour is one hell of a ride. Pic: Supplied If you want great company, great craic and great motorcycling roads near to home jump on this guided tour to Donegal by Celtic Horizon tours. When David Buckly retired as a motorcycle cop he established Celtic Horizon Tours. They specialise in sport, culture and fun. I think the fun aspect applies to motorcycle tours. Dave has planned and led motorbike tours across Route 66, the West Coast of America, the Italian Alps, Spain, France and literally almost anywhere you can think off. He is also the trip organiser and Road Captain for The Blue Knights in Ireland. The Blue Knights are the Global Motorcycle Club for serving and retired cops. If Celtic don't do the tour you want, they can organise and book a self-guided tour for you. You'll find them here The Donegal run Starts on Sept 6th and includes two night's dinner, bed and breakfast and road captains to guide you. The run starts in Athlone and takes you to Letterkenny. The cost per person sharing for all the above is €395, now you wouldn't beat that with a big stick. Check out the Donegal tour here. This one is this Sunday so you'll need to get your bikes on. And this one in memory of Little Lucy is in June.
Belfast Telegraph
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Belfast Telegraph
Security worker accused of directing masked men at New IRA parade to remain in custody
Thomas Moore had been granted magistrates bail on charges linked to the Easter Monday disorder allegedly orchestrated by the New IRA.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Yahoo
Virginia Beach man killed in hit-and-run on Bonney Road
VIRGINIA BEACH — Police are investigating after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and killed early Friday morning. Around 1:40 a.m., dispatchers received a call reporting a crash involving a pedestrian in the 3700 block of Bonney Road, according to a release. Several businesses, including Hall Nissan of Virginia Beach and an auto body shop, are located on the road near Virginia Beach Boulevard. Officers, the Virginia Beach Fire Department and Virginia Beach EMS responded and found 63-year-old Thomas Moore, of Virginia Beach, dead in the road, according to police. Police believe Moore was hit and killed by a vehicle that fled the scene, according to a release. Virginia Beach Police Department's Traffic Safety Unit is investigating. Anyone who might have witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact 757-385-4606 or submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or visiting
