04/11/2026
Operation Tara: Man Arrested After Seizure Of Three Firearms And €2.5m Cocaine In Dublin
On 4 November 2026, a man in his 20s was arrested in connection with the seizure of three firearms, ammunition and €2.5 million of cocaine in Dublin’s north inner city on Monday, 2 November 2026.
He is being detained at a Garda station in the Dublin region under Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 2007.
Two men in their 30s and a woman in her 20s were previously arrested on 2 November as part of Operation Tara. The woman and one of the men have since been released from custody. A file will be prepared for the DPP. The other man, aged in his 30s, remains in custody.
He is being detained at a Garda station in the Dublin region under Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 2007.
Two men in their 30s and a woman in her 20s were previously arrested on 2 November as part of Operation Tara. The woman and one of the men have since been released from custody. A file will be prepared for the DPP. The other man, aged in his 30s, remains in custody.
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04 November 2026
Gary Gannon Condemns Dublin City Plan For Private Security Patrols
Social Democrats justice spokesperson Gary Gannon has sharply criticised proposals to introduce private security patrols in Dublin's city centre, saying the idea undermines confidence in the Government's approach to reviving the area and public safety. The Dublin Central TD said: "I was stunned to learn of this harebrained proposal today.
Gary Gannon Condemns Dublin City Plan For Private Security Patrols
Social Democrats justice spokesperson Gary Gannon has sharply criticised proposals to introduce private security patrols in Dublin's city centre, saying the idea undermines confidence in the Government's approach to reviving the area and public safety. The Dublin Central TD said: "I was stunned to learn of this harebrained proposal today.
04 November 2026
McEntee Unveils Crocus Garden At Iveagh House For Holocaust Remembrance
On 3 November, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Helen McEntee TD created a Crocus Garden at Iveagh House with Holocaust survivor Suzi Diamond and students from Stratford College, Dublin.
McEntee Unveils Crocus Garden At Iveagh House For Holocaust Remembrance
On 3 November, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Helen McEntee TD created a Crocus Garden at Iveagh House with Holocaust survivor Suzi Diamond and students from Stratford College, Dublin.
04 November 2026
Operation Tara: Man Arrested After Seizure Of Three Firearms And €2.5m Cocaine In Dublin
On 4 November 2026, a man in his 20s was arrested in connection with the seizure of three firearms, ammunition and €2.5 million of cocaine in Dublin’s north inner city on Monday, 2 November 2026. He is being detained at a Garda station in the Dublin region under Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 2007.
Operation Tara: Man Arrested After Seizure Of Three Firearms And €2.5m Cocaine In Dublin
On 4 November 2026, a man in his 20s was arrested in connection with the seizure of three firearms, ammunition and €2.5 million of cocaine in Dublin’s north inner city on Monday, 2 November 2026. He is being detained at a Garda station in the Dublin region under Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 2007.
03 November 2026
Minister O'Callaghan Welcomes 203 Garda Trainees In Fourth Intake Of 2026
An Garda Síochána has reached a record strength of 14,825 sworn members, the highest level in the history of the State. Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan, has welcomed 203 new Garda trainees to the Garda College in Templemore.
Minister O'Callaghan Welcomes 203 Garda Trainees In Fourth Intake Of 2026
An Garda Síochána has reached a record strength of 14,825 sworn members, the highest level in the history of the State. Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan, has welcomed 203 new Garda trainees to the Garda College in Templemore.
03 November 2026
Boil Water Notice Lifted In Newport After Tests, Upgrades Continue
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03 November 2026
Galway Communities Celebrate Gold In TidyTowns Awards
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02 November 2026
Mark Wall Urges Government To Halt January Toll Increases
Labour TD for Kildare South, Mark Wall, has condemned plans to raise toll fares from January, arguing they would hit commuters already under severe financial pressure. He pointed to TII's plan and said users of the Dublin Tunnel face a weekly €5 increase, urging the Government to block the hikes.
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Labour TD for Kildare South, Mark Wall, has condemned plans to raise toll fares from January, arguing they would hit commuters already under severe financial pressure. He pointed to TII's plan and said users of the Dublin Tunnel face a weekly €5 increase, urging the Government to block the hikes.
02 November 2026
Garda Assaulted As Suspect Points Imitation Firearm In Dublin City Centre
Commissioner Justin Kelly has spoken with the three Gardaí involved to check on their welfare. Gardaí at Store Street have appealed for witnesses following a firearms incident in Dublin city centre on Saturday, 31 October 2026. Shortly before 5am, officers on patrol on Abbey Street noticed a male cyclist acting suspiciously.
Garda Assaulted As Suspect Points Imitation Firearm In Dublin City Centre
Commissioner Justin Kelly has spoken with the three Gardaí involved to check on their welfare. Gardaí at Store Street have appealed for witnesses following a firearms incident in Dublin city centre on Saturday, 31 October 2026. Shortly before 5am, officers on patrol on Abbey Street noticed a male cyclist acting suspiciously.
02 November 2026
New Rules To Spur Learner Drivers To Complete Licensing Come Into Force
New regulations governing the renewal of learner driver permits will take effect on Sunday 1 November 2026, delivering measures first announced in November 2025, the Department of Transport has confirmed.
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30 October 2026
Galway Together Expo To Showcase Over 50 Services And Supports In One Venue
People across Galway City and County are invited to the free Galway Together Expo at The Galmont Hotel, Galway, on Monday, 2 November 2026, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. The event will assemble more than 50 organisations, services and support agencies to help residents stay healthy, independent, informed and connected.
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