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Irish News on Fri, Jul 6 2018, 2,557 days ago
Dáil Votes In Favour Of New Drink Driving Legislation
The Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill has been passed in the Dáil. The majority of TDs voted in favour of the new road traffic legislation. An automatic driving ban for first-time drink drive offenders detected at the lowest limit has been introduced.
The Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill has been passed in the Dáil. The majority of TDs voted in favour of the new road traffic legislation. An automatic driving ban for first-time drink drive offenders detected at the lowest limit has been introduced.
Hosepipe Ban Extended Nationwide
Irish Water's hosepipe ban has been extended nationwide due to supplies remaining dangerously low. The firm said it could take months for levels in rivers and lakes to return to normal.
Irish Water's hosepipe ban has been extended nationwide due to supplies remaining dangerously low. The firm said it could take months for levels in rivers and lakes to return to normal.
An Garda Síochána Saves Over €9m In Energy Costs
An Garda Síochána has saved more than €9 million in energy costs after becoming the first police force in the world to achieve the globally recognised international energy management standard (ISO 50001).
An Garda Síochána has saved more than €9 million in energy costs after becoming the first police force in the world to achieve the globally recognised international energy management standard (ISO 50001).
Irish News on Thu, Jul 6 2017, 2,922 days ago
Minister Creed Welcomes New EU-Japan Economic Deal
Agriculture Minister Michael Creed has welcomed a new economic deal being agreed between the European Union and Japan. The Economic Partnership Agreement will provide significant access to the Japanese market for EU agri-food products.
Agriculture Minister Michael Creed has welcomed a new economic deal being agreed between the European Union and Japan. The Economic Partnership Agreement will provide significant access to the Japanese market for EU agri-food products.
Cannabis Worth €730,000 Discovered Hidden In Farm Equipment
A man has been arrested in connection with the recovery of cannabis from farm machinery in Co Tipperary.
A man has been arrested in connection with the recovery of cannabis from farm machinery in Co Tipperary.
Waste Operator Urged To Launch Campaign
Waste operator Panda is being urged to launch a campaign to customers before its starts to implement its new terms and conditions.
Waste operator Panda is being urged to launch a campaign to customers before its starts to implement its new terms and conditions.
SF Slams McGrath Over Reduction In North Dublin Respite Care Hours
Sinn Féin has slammed the Minister for Disabilities, Finian McGrath, over the decreasing number of respite care hours for children with disabilities in North Dublin.
Sinn Féin has slammed the Minister for Disabilities, Finian McGrath, over the decreasing number of respite care hours for children with disabilities in North Dublin.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 6 2016, 3,287 days ago
Appeal Issued Following Serious Crash In Dublin
Gardai have issued an appeal for information following a serious collision in Dublin. The crash happened on the Naas Road shortly after 11am on Tuesday, 05 July. Two men sustained serious injuries after their motorcycles collided with the trailer of an articulated lorry.
Gardai have issued an appeal for information following a serious collision in Dublin. The crash happened on the Naas Road shortly after 11am on Tuesday, 05 July. Two men sustained serious injuries after their motorcycles collided with the trailer of an articulated lorry.
Man Remains Critical Following Dublin Shooting
A man, aged in his late 30s, remains in a critical condition in hospital after being shot several times in Dublin. The victim was shot near his home in Dún Emer Place in Lusk just before 10am on Tuesday, 05 July.
A man, aged in his late 30s, remains in a critical condition in hospital after being shot several times in Dublin. The victim was shot near his home in Dún Emer Place in Lusk just before 10am on Tuesday, 05 July.
Call For Students To Submit Grant Funding Applications As Deadline Nears
Students are being urged to submit their grant funding applications before the deadline on Friday, 08 July. Fine Gael Senator, Jerry Buttimer, confirmed the SUSI has received 70,000 applications for the 2016/2017 academic year.
Students are being urged to submit their grant funding applications before the deadline on Friday, 08 July. Fine Gael Senator, Jerry Buttimer, confirmed the SUSI has received 70,000 applications for the 2016/2017 academic year.
Woman Dies In Cork House Fire
A woman, aged 58, has died in a house fire on Cork. The blaze broke out at her home in Myross, Union Hall, just after 8am on Tuesday, 05 July. Emergency services attended however she was pronounced dead at the scene.
A woman, aged 58, has died in a house fire on Cork. The blaze broke out at her home in Myross, Union Hall, just after 8am on Tuesday, 05 July. Emergency services attended however she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Joe Duffy Motors Announces Expansion Plans
Joe Duffy Motors has announced expansion plans following a €20m capital investment planned over the next three years.
Joe Duffy Motors has announced expansion plans following a €20m capital investment planned over the next three years.
Minister Humphreys Changes Name Of Department
Minister Heather Humphreys has confirmed her Department has changed its name to the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs. Minister Humphreys said: "This name reflects the wide range of responsibilities under my Department’s remit.
Minister Heather Humphreys has confirmed her Department has changed its name to the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs. Minister Humphreys said: "This name reflects the wide range of responsibilities under my Department’s remit.
Chairman Resigns From Expert Commission On Water Charges
Chairman of the Expert Commission on Water Charges Joe O'Toole has announced he is stepping down. Mr O'Toole resigned after facing criticism over commonts he made over the funding of water charges.
Chairman of the Expert Commission on Water Charges Joe O'Toole has announced he is stepping down. Mr O'Toole resigned after facing criticism over commonts he made over the funding of water charges.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 6 2015, 3,653 days ago
Man Critical Following Donegal Crash
A man is in a critical condition in hospital following a car crash in Donegal. The accident happened on the main L'Derry to Moville Road, shortly after midnight on Saturday.
A man is in a critical condition in hospital following a car crash in Donegal. The accident happened on the main L'Derry to Moville Road, shortly after midnight on Saturday.
PAC Issues Invite To Discuss NAMA Portfolio Claims
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is to invite NAMA to discuss recent claims made by Independent TD Mick Wallace. Speaking in the Dáil on 2 July, Mr Wallace made a number of allegations regarding the sale of a property portfolio in Northern Ireland, which he said was called 'Project Eagle'.
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is to invite NAMA to discuss recent claims made by Independent TD Mick Wallace. Speaking in the Dáil on 2 July, Mr Wallace made a number of allegations regarding the sale of a property portfolio in Northern Ireland, which he said was called 'Project Eagle'.
Four Hurt In Rally Crash In Meath
Four Hurt In Rally Crash In Meath Four people have been injured following a crash at a rally in Athboy, Co Meath. The accident happened at around 4pm on Sunday.
Four Hurt In Rally Crash In Meath Four people have been injured following a crash at a rally in Athboy, Co Meath. The accident happened at around 4pm on Sunday.
Spike In Calls Over Housing Issues – FLAC
The Free Legal Advice Centre (FLAC) has said it received a surge of more than 80% in calls regarding housing issues last year. The figures have been published in the organisation's 2014 annual report, which is released today (6 July).
The Free Legal Advice Centre (FLAC) has said it received a surge of more than 80% in calls regarding housing issues last year. The figures have been published in the organisation's 2014 annual report, which is released today (6 July).
Work Begins On Pearse's Cottage Visitor Centre
Work is set to begin today (6 July) on a new cultural and visitor centre at Pearse's Cottage, Ros Muc, Galway. An Taoiseach Enda Kenny will turn the first sod of the project.
Work is set to begin today (6 July) on a new cultural and visitor centre at Pearse's Cottage, Ros Muc, Galway. An Taoiseach Enda Kenny will turn the first sod of the project.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 6 2012, 4,748 days ago
Electric An Post Mail Scooters Sold Off For Fraction Of Cost Price
Eight electric scooters bought by An Post, allegedly costing €10,000 each, have been sold on for a fraction of the price after plans to use them for delivering mail had to be scrapped.
Eight electric scooters bought by An Post, allegedly costing €10,000 each, have been sold on for a fraction of the price after plans to use them for delivering mail had to be scrapped.
Met Éireann Warns Of Fresh Flooding
Met Éireann has warned of possible flooding in parts of Leinster and east Munster as heavy rain continues to spread westwards across the country.
Met Éireann has warned of possible flooding in parts of Leinster and east Munster as heavy rain continues to spread westwards across the country.
Freedom Of Information Legislation Extended To All Public Bodies
Freedom of Information legislation will be extended to all public bodies including An Garda Síochána and the Central Bank, the government has announced. The legislation will all now cover bodies in receipt of substantial Government funding.
Freedom of Information legislation will be extended to all public bodies including An Garda Síochána and the Central Bank, the government has announced. The legislation will all now cover bodies in receipt of substantial Government funding.
Doctors Reminded Of Guidance On Provision Of Sickness Certs
The Medical Council is reminding doctors of its guidance on the provision of sickness certification to patients and the fact that such certificates should only be issued once a doctor considers a patient to be genuinely unfit for work.
The Medical Council is reminding doctors of its guidance on the provision of sickness certification to patients and the fact that such certificates should only be issued once a doctor considers a patient to be genuinely unfit for work.
EIB Agrees To Fund 550 New Classrooms Across Ireland
The European Investment Bank today formally agreed to provide €100m to the Irish government for capital investment in schools across Ireland over the next 2 years.
The European Investment Bank today formally agreed to provide €100m to the Irish government for capital investment in schools across Ireland over the next 2 years.
'Operation Slow Down' Underway
"Operation Slow Down", a 24-hour garda crackdown on speeding, began at 7am this morning. Gardaí say the operation is designed to raise awareness of the dangers of excessive speed and reduce the number of speed related road crashes, which will save lives and reduce injuries.
"Operation Slow Down", a 24-hour garda crackdown on speeding, began at 7am this morning. Gardaí say the operation is designed to raise awareness of the dangers of excessive speed and reduce the number of speed related road crashes, which will save lives and reduce injuries.
Ulster Bank CEO Waives Bonus As Crisis Continues
In response to political pressure, Ulster Bank chief executive Jim Brown has agreed to waive his annual bonus for 2012 in response to the unprecedented technical crisis that has affected tens of thousands of customers for a third week.
In response to political pressure, Ulster Bank chief executive Jim Brown has agreed to waive his annual bonus for 2012 in response to the unprecedented technical crisis that has affected tens of thousands of customers for a third week.
Man Who Falsely Accused Louis Walsh Of Groping Him Loses Appeal
Unemployed dance teacher Leonard Watters, who falsely accused music manager Louis Walsh of groping him in a nightclub, has lost an appeal against his six month prison sentence.
Unemployed dance teacher Leonard Watters, who falsely accused music manager Louis Walsh of groping him in a nightclub, has lost an appeal against his six month prison sentence.
Seven Years For Former U2 Bassists Assistant
U2 bassist Adam Clayton's former personal assistant Carol Hawkins has been sentenced to seven years in prison. Hawkins was last week convicted on 181 counts of theft from the bassist's bank accounts over a four-year period, totally €2.8m.
U2 bassist Adam Clayton's former personal assistant Carol Hawkins has been sentenced to seven years in prison. Hawkins was last week convicted on 181 counts of theft from the bassist's bank accounts over a four-year period, totally €2.8m.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 6 2011, 5,114 days ago
Appeal Launched Over Aggravated Burglary In Louth
Gardaí in Dundalk are appealing for the public’s assistance in relation to an aggravated burglary which occurred at a property at Ath Leathan, Racecourse Road, Dundalk, yesterday morning. The occupants awoke to find that five masked men had entered the house sometime before 8am.
Gardaí in Dundalk are appealing for the public’s assistance in relation to an aggravated burglary which occurred at a property at Ath Leathan, Racecourse Road, Dundalk, yesterday morning. The occupants awoke to find that five masked men had entered the house sometime before 8am.
Protests Call For Cancellation Of EU/IMF Deal
At a press conference today in Dublin organised by the Enough campaign - a campaign established earlier this year to oppose the EU-IMF austerity programme - public representatives, trade unionists, special needs and debt campaigners and others launched a series of protests, meetings and events that
At a press conference today in Dublin organised by the Enough campaign - a campaign established earlier this year to oppose the EU-IMF austerity programme - public representatives, trade unionists, special needs and debt campaigners and others launched a series of protests, meetings and events that
Free Access To OPW Heritage Sites
Free access to all Office of Public Works (OPW) Heritage sites on the first Wednesday of every month, launches today.
Free access to all Office of Public Works (OPW) Heritage sites on the first Wednesday of every month, launches today.
Torch Attack On Justice Minister's Office Fails
The NI Justice Minister and Alliance Party leader David Ford's Newtownabbey office has been damaged in an overnight arson attack. Police in Northern Ireland are investigating the incident when liquid was poured on to the building at Carnmoney Road, Glengormley, and set on fire overnight.
The NI Justice Minister and Alliance Party leader David Ford's Newtownabbey office has been damaged in an overnight arson attack. Police in Northern Ireland are investigating the incident when liquid was poured on to the building at Carnmoney Road, Glengormley, and set on fire overnight.
Ulster Honours Miriam O'Callaghan
The 'innate integrity' of Miriam O’Callaghan’s journalism was praised by the University of Ulster in Derry yesterday when it awarded the popular RTE broadcaster an honorary Doctor of Letters (DLitt) degree on the final day of the summer graduation ceremonies.
The 'innate integrity' of Miriam O’Callaghan’s journalism was praised by the University of Ulster in Derry yesterday when it awarded the popular RTE broadcaster an honorary Doctor of Letters (DLitt) degree on the final day of the summer graduation ceremonies.
Trade Portfolio And Improvements In Passport Service Welcomed
The Oireachtas Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade has welcomed the addition of the trade portfolio to the Department of Foreign Affairs.
The Oireachtas Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade has welcomed the addition of the trade portfolio to the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 6 2010, 5,479 days ago
Hammer Attack Mum 'Critical'
Gardaí said they are not looking for anyone else in connection with a serious assault in which a young mother was beaten with a hammer. They said that a 39-year-old man was arrested after he walked into a Garda station, yesterday morning, and said that he had attacked her.
Gardaí said they are not looking for anyone else in connection with a serious assault in which a young mother was beaten with a hammer. They said that a 39-year-old man was arrested after he walked into a Garda station, yesterday morning, and said that he had attacked her.
Mosney 'Holiday Camp' Revolt By Migrants
Many of the 100 asylum seekers who are due to be moved today from Mosney to other centres around the country by the Reception and Integration Agency are hoping to stay put. A majority have refused to go and want to stay in the Co Meath former Butlins holiday village.
Many of the 100 asylum seekers who are due to be moved today from Mosney to other centres around the country by the Reception and Integration Agency are hoping to stay put. A majority have refused to go and want to stay in the Co Meath former Butlins holiday village.
SF Slams Daíl Over Social Welfare
Sinn Féin has accused the Irish government of hypocrisy over the different ways in which it treats people on social welfare and those, who through property and financial speculation, were largely responsible for the current economic mess.
Sinn Féin has accused the Irish government of hypocrisy over the different ways in which it treats people on social welfare and those, who through property and financial speculation, were largely responsible for the current economic mess.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 6 2009, 5,844 days ago
Man Dies In Weekend Gun Attack
A father of two has been shot dead in Dublin after trying to protect his neighbour. The deceased, Wayne Doherty, a 32-year-old father of two, was shot in the upper body at 11.30pm on Saturday outside his parents’ home at Oakview Way, Hartstown, west Dublin.
A father of two has been shot dead in Dublin after trying to protect his neighbour. The deceased, Wayne Doherty, a 32-year-old father of two, was shot in the upper body at 11.30pm on Saturday outside his parents’ home at Oakview Way, Hartstown, west Dublin.
Swine Flu Vaccines On Route
Medical staff and other front-line personnel are to be at the top of the queue for swine flu vaccinations across Northern Ireland.
Medical staff and other front-line personnel are to be at the top of the queue for swine flu vaccinations across Northern Ireland.
Calls For End To Jail Over Debt
A campaign has been launched to end jail terms for those who cannot afford to pay their debts.
A campaign has been launched to end jail terms for those who cannot afford to pay their debts.
Kenny Points To 'Lost Decade' Over Economy
The opposition leader has said Ireland will have a "lost decade" due to the crippling economic downturn. Speaking in the Dáil debate on the IMF & OECD Reports, which both heavily criticised the Government's handling of the economy, Mr Kenny compared Ireland's plight to that of 1990's Japan.
The opposition leader has said Ireland will have a "lost decade" due to the crippling economic downturn. Speaking in the Dáil debate on the IMF & OECD Reports, which both heavily criticised the Government's handling of the economy, Mr Kenny compared Ireland's plight to that of 1990's Japan.
Gardaí Release Description Of Bank Robbers
The descriptions of two men thought believed to have been involved in a bank robbery have been released by Gardaí. Officers at Cahir say they are seeking the publics’ assistance in relation to a Bank Robbery that occurred at the AIB, Clogheen, Co. Tipperary on Friday at approximately 10am.
The descriptions of two men thought believed to have been involved in a bank robbery have been released by Gardaí. Officers at Cahir say they are seeking the publics’ assistance in relation to a Bank Robbery that occurred at the AIB, Clogheen, Co. Tipperary on Friday at approximately 10am.
Police Hunt For Knife Attacker
An appeal has been launched after a man was stabbed after an 'altercation' in Dublin. Gardaí at Fitzgibbon Street are investigating what they are calling a serious assault, which occurred on Parnell Street at approximately 3.45pm on Friday.
An appeal has been launched after a man was stabbed after an 'altercation' in Dublin. Gardaí at Fitzgibbon Street are investigating what they are calling a serious assault, which occurred on Parnell Street at approximately 3.45pm on Friday.
PSNI Slammed Over Border Ram-Raid
A digger was used to steal a complete ATM at a border supermarket at the weekend, police have said.
A digger was used to steal a complete ATM at a border supermarket at the weekend, police have said.
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