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Erin Patterson will not face trial over allegations she also attempted to murder her husband, after those charges were withdrawn.

A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said Noem had withdrawn the cash to treat her children and grandchildren to dinner, activities and holiday gifts.

"Justice has been delivered today and knowing this person's liberties have been withdrawn and children in our community are now safe from him; we can close out this chapter."

The company, which is now under government control, has withdrawn the paperwork submitted to the Department of Business and Trade by its previous management in March.

A charge of failing to stop a vehicle when directed by a constable against John McDonald, from Booth Street, has been withdrawn.