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Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
Woman Detained In Connection With Alan McNally Murder
A woman has been arrested in connection with the murder of Alan McNally at a pub in Dublin last week. The 47-year-old was arrested following a planned search operation in Finglas this morning. The w...
Woman Detained In Connection With Alan McNally Murder
A woman has been arrested in connection with the murder of Alan McNally at a pub in Dublin last week. The 47-year-old was arrested following a planned search operation in Finglas this morning. The w...
Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
Cork Plane Crash Report Reveals Problem With A Sensor
A report from the Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) has revealed last year's fatal plane crash at Cork Airport identified a problem with a sensor. The crash, which claimed the lives of six peopl...
Cork Plane Crash Report Reveals Problem With A Sensor
A report from the Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) has revealed last year's fatal plane crash at Cork Airport identified a problem with a sensor. The crash, which claimed the lives of six peopl...
Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
Former Athlete Joins Fine Gael
Fine Gael has unveiled former runner and current Senator Eamonn Coghlan as its newest member. The three-time Olympian was appointed to the Seanad last year as an independent by the Taoiseach. No dec...
Former Athlete Joins Fine Gael
Fine Gael has unveiled former runner and current Senator Eamonn Coghlan as its newest member. The three-time Olympian was appointed to the Seanad last year as an independent by the Taoiseach. No dec...
Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
Septic Tank Charge Confirmed
Labour T.D., for Cork South-West Michael McCarthy has welcomed an announcement by Minister Phil Hogan, which confirms that the septic tank charge will be €5 for people who register within the first th...
Septic Tank Charge Confirmed
Labour T.D., for Cork South-West Michael McCarthy has welcomed an announcement by Minister Phil Hogan, which confirms that the septic tank charge will be €5 for people who register within the first th...
Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
More Optimism Towards Saving In 2012
The Nationwide UK (Ireland) / ESRI Savings Index increased by 23 points in January to bring the Index to 114, the highest level since October last year and six points higher than January 2011. In Jan...
More Optimism Towards Saving In 2012
The Nationwide UK (Ireland) / ESRI Savings Index increased by 23 points in January to bring the Index to 114, the highest level since October last year and six points higher than January 2011. In Jan...
Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
Limerick Hospital "Stretched Beyond Manageable And Safe Parameters"
Members of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) are today battling to maintain a safe level of care to patients at the Mid Western Regional Hospital, Limerick. The hospital is stretche...
Limerick Hospital "Stretched Beyond Manageable And Safe Parameters"
Members of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) are today battling to maintain a safe level of care to patients at the Mid Western Regional Hospital, Limerick. The hospital is stretche...
Irish News, Feb 7, 2012
Rooster Potatoes Promoted At International Trade Fair
Six Irish potato marketing companies are participating at the world's leading trade fair for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry this week. Bord Bia, in association with the Irish Potato Federati...
Rooster Potatoes Promoted At International Trade Fair
Six Irish potato marketing companies are participating at the world's leading trade fair for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry this week. Bord Bia, in association with the Irish Potato Federati...
Irish News, Feb 6, 2012
Two Arrested Over Gerard Delaney Death
Two men have been arrested in connection with the death of Gerard Delaney in December. Gardaí in Togher investigating the death of Mr Delaney said on Monday they have arrested two men in their late ...
Two Arrested Over Gerard Delaney Death
Two men have been arrested in connection with the death of Gerard Delaney in December. Gardaí in Togher investigating the death of Mr Delaney said on Monday they have arrested two men in their late ...
Irish News, Feb 6, 2012
Benefits Inadequate For Poor Families - Report
Irelands poor families and the unemployed do not have enough money to achieve a basic standard of living, a report commissioned by the government has found. The report, funded by the Department of So...
Benefits Inadequate For Poor Families - Report
Irelands poor families and the unemployed do not have enough money to achieve a basic standard of living, a report commissioned by the government has found. The report, funded by the Department of So...
Irish News, Feb 6, 2012
Govt Action Needed To Fill Garda Posts
Fianna Fáil Justice Spokesman has said the Government must act this week to fill dozens of senior posts in the ranks of the Gardaí as the management resources of the force are stretched across the cou...
Govt Action Needed To Fill Garda Posts
Fianna Fáil Justice Spokesman has said the Government must act this week to fill dozens of senior posts in the ranks of the Gardaí as the management resources of the force are stretched across the cou...
Irish News, Feb 6, 2012
Motorcyclist Killed In Galway Crash
A male motorcyclist has died after a road crash in County Galway on Sunday. Gardaí in Tuam Co Galway said they are investigating the single vehicle fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Kil...
Motorcyclist Killed In Galway Crash
A male motorcyclist has died after a road crash in County Galway on Sunday. Gardaí in Tuam Co Galway said they are investigating the single vehicle fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Kil...
Irish News, Feb 6, 2012
Serious Assault On Woman In Rialto
A woman has been seriously assaulted in the Rialto area of Dublin in the early hours of Sunday morning. Gardai at Kilmainham said they are investigating the circumstances of the assault, during whic...
Serious Assault On Woman In Rialto
A woman has been seriously assaulted in the Rialto area of Dublin in the early hours of Sunday morning. Gardai at Kilmainham said they are investigating the circumstances of the assault, during whic...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Minister Pledges 100 Houses For Limerick
Some 100 houses will be built in disadvantaged parts of Limerick along with Office for Regeneration the Government said. Announcing the plans on Friday, Housing Minister Jan O’Sullivan said money wo...
Minister Pledges 100 Houses For Limerick
Some 100 houses will be built in disadvantaged parts of Limerick along with Office for Regeneration the Government said. Announcing the plans on Friday, Housing Minister Jan O’Sullivan said money wo...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Workers To March On Dun Laoghaire Town Hall
Union members in Dun Laoghaire will be holding a march to the town hall on Friday in protest against recent "attacks" on the Croke Park Agreement. According to the union Siptu, the decision to hold ...
Workers To March On Dun Laoghaire Town Hall
Union members in Dun Laoghaire will be holding a march to the town hall on Friday in protest against recent "attacks" on the Croke Park Agreement. According to the union Siptu, the decision to hold ...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Western Rail Services Need Overhaul – Carey
Fine Gael's Joe Carey has said an urgent review of pricing, travel times and advertising is needed for the Western Rail Corridor to boost passenger numbers on the route. Deputy Joe Carey said he has...
Western Rail Services Need Overhaul – Carey
Fine Gael's Joe Carey has said an urgent review of pricing, travel times and advertising is needed for the Western Rail Corridor to boost passenger numbers on the route. Deputy Joe Carey said he has...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Cross Border Child Protection Plan Launched
The Minister for Youth Affairs has welcomed a joint protocol aimed at protecting vulnerable children between Ireland North and South. The cross jurisdictions plan was formally launched today at the N...
Cross Border Child Protection Plan Launched
The Minister for Youth Affairs has welcomed a joint protocol aimed at protecting vulnerable children between Ireland North and South. The cross jurisdictions plan was formally launched today at the N...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Minister Calls For Parents To Guide Surfing
A Fine Gael TD is encouraging parents to explore the internet with their children, ahead of Safer Internet Day, which is being held next Tuesday, 7th February. Speaking on Friday, Regina Doherty, sai...
Minister Calls For Parents To Guide Surfing
A Fine Gael TD is encouraging parents to explore the internet with their children, ahead of Safer Internet Day, which is being held next Tuesday, 7th February. Speaking on Friday, Regina Doherty, sai...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Gov Policies Driving Health Insurance Rise – Kelleher
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Health has said the policies being pursued by the Minister for Health are leading directly to private health insurance price increases, announced on Thursday. TD Billy ...
Gov Policies Driving Health Insurance Rise – Kelleher
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Health has said the policies being pursued by the Minister for Health are leading directly to private health insurance price increases, announced on Thursday. TD Billy ...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Taoiseach Reveals EU Presidency Logo
The Taoiseach, Tánaiste and European Affairs Minister have launched the winning logo for Ireland’s EU Presidency in the first half of 2013. The logo was chosen by the public in an online poll which ...
Taoiseach Reveals EU Presidency Logo
The Taoiseach, Tánaiste and European Affairs Minister have launched the winning logo for Ireland’s EU Presidency in the first half of 2013. The logo was chosen by the public in an online poll which ...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Consultation Launched To Tap Ireland's 'Trillion Euro' Industry
The Agriculture Minister has launched a public consultation on how to harness the Ireland’s vast marine resources, which he estimates as a 'Trillion Euro global market'. Simon Coveney said the proces...
Consultation Launched To Tap Ireland's 'Trillion Euro' Industry
The Agriculture Minister has launched a public consultation on how to harness the Ireland’s vast marine resources, which he estimates as a 'Trillion Euro global market'. Simon Coveney said the proces...
Irish News, Feb 3, 2012
Two Arrests Over Murder of John Kenny
It has emerged that two men have been arrested in connection with an investigation into the murder of John Kenny. The arrests were made on Thursday February 2, in Cork City with the assistance of lo...
Two Arrests Over Murder of John Kenny
It has emerged that two men have been arrested in connection with an investigation into the murder of John Kenny. The arrests were made on Thursday February 2, in Cork City with the assistance of lo...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Fatal Shooting In Finglas
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a fatal shooting in the Finglas area of Dublin. Gardai in Finglas said they are investigating the fatal shooting that occurred inside a public house on...
Fatal Shooting In Finglas
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a fatal shooting in the Finglas area of Dublin. Gardai in Finglas said they are investigating the fatal shooting that occurred inside a public house on...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Man Shot In Face In Blanchardstown
A man has been arrested after another man was discovered with a firearms injury to his face in Blanchardstown. Garda said that the discovery of the injured man was the result of a 999 call to Gardaí ...
Man Shot In Face In Blanchardstown
A man has been arrested after another man was discovered with a firearms injury to his face in Blanchardstown. Garda said that the discovery of the injured man was the result of a 999 call to Gardaí ...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Car Collision Sparks Waterford Blaze
An investigation has been launched into a collision in County Waterford that led to a car going on fire and the death of its driver. Gardai in Tramore said they are investigating the two vehicle Fat...
Car Collision Sparks Waterford Blaze
An investigation has been launched into a collision in County Waterford that led to a car going on fire and the death of its driver. Gardai in Tramore said they are investigating the two vehicle Fat...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Quinn Family Mount IBRC Challenge
A challenge by businessman Sean Quinn's family to a claim they are liable to repay loans of over €2 billion to the former Anglo Irish Bank begins in the High Court in Dublin today. Mr Quinn's wife, P...
Quinn Family Mount IBRC Challenge
A challenge by businessman Sean Quinn's family to a claim they are liable to repay loans of over €2 billion to the former Anglo Irish Bank begins in the High Court in Dublin today. Mr Quinn's wife, P...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Labour Senator Apologises For Tweets
A Labour Party Senator in Donegal has apologised for comments he made on Twitter over a newspaper story that later appeared to be untrue. Senator Jimmy Harte was criticised over his 'tweets' on the ...
Labour Senator Apologises For Tweets
A Labour Party Senator in Donegal has apologised for comments he made on Twitter over a newspaper story that later appeared to be untrue. Senator Jimmy Harte was criticised over his 'tweets' on the ...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
VHI Healthcare To Increase Premiums By Average Of 9%
Ireland's largest health insurance firm have announced an increase of up to 12.5% in the cost of their premiums from the start of next month. VHI Healthcare announced it will increase its prices by ...
VHI Healthcare To Increase Premiums By Average Of 9%
Ireland's largest health insurance firm have announced an increase of up to 12.5% in the cost of their premiums from the start of next month. VHI Healthcare announced it will increase its prices by ...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Mini Budget More Likely - SF
Sinn Fein have said the downward growth forecast by Ireland's Central Bank means a mini-budget is more likely. Speaking in response to today’s Central Bank growth forecast downgrade Sinn Féin's Pear...
Mini Budget More Likely - SF
Sinn Fein have said the downward growth forecast by Ireland's Central Bank means a mini-budget is more likely. Speaking in response to today’s Central Bank growth forecast downgrade Sinn Féin's Pear...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Byrne Welcomes End Of Supplementary Welfare Allowance
Fine Gael has welcomed the decision by the Minister for Social Protection to overhaul the supplementary welfare allowance and exceptional needs payments, which could see an end to the communion and co...
Byrne Welcomes End Of Supplementary Welfare Allowance
Fine Gael has welcomed the decision by the Minister for Social Protection to overhaul the supplementary welfare allowance and exceptional needs payments, which could see an end to the communion and co...
Irish News, Feb 2, 2012
Stop Tax On Charity Texts – FF
Mobile phone providers have been incorrectly charging VAT on charitable donations made via text message, Fianna Fáil's Deputy Leader has said. Éamon Ó Cuív the Finance Minister has revealed to the D...
Stop Tax On Charity Texts – FF
Mobile phone providers have been incorrectly charging VAT on charitable donations made via text message, Fianna Fáil's Deputy Leader has said. Éamon Ó Cuív the Finance Minister has revealed to the D...
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
