A war of words has erupted in a County Down council over a sixth century Irish Christian saint and missionary and a Europe-wide walking trail honouring his achievement and travels.
The Coastguard has advised anyone considering a New Year's Day swim to "please take extra care" after two swimmers had to be rescued off the coast of Co Down on Christmas Day.
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