Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

Tyrone Bomb

Civilian police worker attacked

A FORMER POLICE officer in Tyrone has escaped injury after a bomb partially exploded beneath his car. The man, who now works as a security guard at Cookstown PSNI station, was driving to work at the time of the explosion. Dissident republicans have been blamed for the bomb. This is the third such attack on security personnel in the North in a week.

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can make sure we can keep reliable, meaningful news open to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Support us Learn More

Author

Susan Ryan

Send Tip or Correction View all articles