Orange hall targeted by vandals

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An Orange hall in County Antrim has been attacked by vandals in the latest of a series of attacks on the building.

Police said they received a report on Friday morning that graffiti had been sprayed on the walls of Rasharkin Orange Hall.

The graffiti said "Merry Christmas, Happy New Year to all."

There were three attacks on the hall in two weeks in August. The latest has been condemned by DUP councillor John Finlay.

He said: "I do hope we are entering a better year than 2009 and that 2010 will be free from sectarian abuse and attacks.

"However I regard the message as ironic and a threat upon the Protestant community in north Antrim.

"As we enter a new year, I appeal to those responsible for such acts to refrain. I also call on republicans to demonstrate leadership. I appeal to anyone with information to contact the police.

"If they do not report it, these people will continue their campaign of sectarian terror and abuse against the Protestant community. Please think of your neighbours."