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Irish News on Fri, Mar 29 2019, 1,827 days ago
Garda Appeal For Information On Serious Assault In Bray
An investigation has been launched into an assault incident in County Wicklow. According to reports, a man aged in his 60s was allegedly assaulted on Adelaide Road in Bray at about 8pm. It is understood that the man suffered head wounds and remains in a serious condition at St Vincent's Hospital.
An investigation has been launched into an assault incident in County Wicklow. According to reports, a man aged in his 60s was allegedly assaulted on Adelaide Road in Bray at about 8pm. It is understood that the man suffered head wounds and remains in a serious condition at St Vincent's Hospital.
Children At Increased Risk Due To Early Years Cuts - SIPTU
SIPTU has warned that vulnerable children are being placed at increased risk due to severe cuts to Early Years services in areas of disadvantage across the country due to the imposition of substantial reductions in funding by the State agency POBAL.
SIPTU has warned that vulnerable children are being placed at increased risk due to severe cuts to Early Years services in areas of disadvantage across the country due to the imposition of substantial reductions in funding by the State agency POBAL.
New 'Road Map' To Address Climate Crisis Published
A new "road map" to address the growing climate crisis has been published by Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Communications, Climate Action & Environment Timmy Dooley.
A new "road map" to address the growing climate crisis has been published by Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Communications, Climate Action & Environment Timmy Dooley.
Sinn Féin Call For Support For Border Brexit Protests
Sinn Féin have called for support for the Border Communities Against Brexit (BCAB) Protests, which will take place at various locations along the border tomorrow, 30 March, at 3pm.
Sinn Féin have called for support for the Border Communities Against Brexit (BCAB) Protests, which will take place at various locations along the border tomorrow, 30 March, at 3pm.
2,500 Expected To Attend Intreo Job Fair
Some 2,500 jobseekers are expected to attend the Intreo Careers Fair in Dublin Castle.
Some 2,500 jobseekers are expected to attend the Intreo Careers Fair in Dublin Castle.
Additional Funding Announced For National Sexual Assault Treatment Unit
A policy review and its recommendations of the National Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU) have been published by the Minister for Health, Simon Harris.
A policy review and its recommendations of the National Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU) have been published by the Minister for Health, Simon Harris.
Govt To Fund New Energy Efficiency Works At 17 Schools
Seventeen schools nationwide have been selected for energy efficiency works under a government-funded retrofit pilot programme for 2019. The newly-expanded programme focuses on projects to reduce energy consumption, test retrofit solutions, build capacity and test delivery and procurement models.
Seventeen schools nationwide have been selected for energy efficiency works under a government-funded retrofit pilot programme for 2019. The newly-expanded programme focuses on projects to reduce energy consumption, test retrofit solutions, build capacity and test delivery and procurement models.
Irish News on Thu, Mar 29 2018, 2,192 days ago
Eight Amendment Referendum Confirmed For Friday 25 May
The referendum on the Eight Amendment to the Constitution will be held on Friday, 25 May, the government has confirmed. Minister Eoghan Murphy confirmed the date after a Bill to hold a referendum on the issue cleared all stages of the Seanad.
The referendum on the Eight Amendment to the Constitution will be held on Friday, 25 May, the government has confirmed. Minister Eoghan Murphy confirmed the date after a Bill to hold a referendum on the issue cleared all stages of the Seanad.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 29 2017, 2,557 days ago
New Sexual Offence Laws Come Into Force
New laws on sexual offences have come into effect after the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, signed an Order commencing certain provisions of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 2017.
New laws on sexual offences have come into effect after the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, signed an Order commencing certain provisions of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 2017.
Irish News on Thu, Mar 29 2012, 4,383 days ago
State Gave Catholic Church Guarantee Of Separate Religious Education
Details have come to light of commitments the State haven given the Catholic church on the development of a new model of Primary school education. Freedom of Information legislation was used by RTE to obtain internal Department of Education documents.
Details have come to light of commitments the State haven given the Catholic church on the development of a new model of Primary school education. Freedom of Information legislation was used by RTE to obtain internal Department of Education documents.
Car Crash Victim Was Known Teen Hijacker
The man killed yesterday in a head on collision in Meath is said to be a 16-year-old taxi hijacker suspected by the gardai in a series of robberies including a post office raid.
The man killed yesterday in a head on collision in Meath is said to be a 16-year-old taxi hijacker suspected by the gardai in a series of robberies including a post office raid.
Government Stand Firm: Household Tax Will Not Be Abolished
The government is standing firm on the controversial household charge with Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore saying the charge has to be paid and will not be abolished.
The government is standing firm on the controversial household charge with Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore saying the charge has to be paid and will not be abolished.
Michael McDermott Had Escaped From Same Prison Before
A report published last night revealed that gardai killer, Michael McDermott, had escaped from Loughan House a number of years before being transferred there again. The Director General of the Prison Service, Michael Donnellan, apologised for sending the convicted killer to the open prison.
A report published last night revealed that gardai killer, Michael McDermott, had escaped from Loughan House a number of years before being transferred there again. The Director General of the Prison Service, Michael Donnellan, apologised for sending the convicted killer to the open prison.
Limerick Hospital Forced To Cancel Procedures
A “sudden surge” in emergency department patients has forced the Mid West Regional Hospital in Limerick to cancel a number of elective operations and day procedures The Health Service Executive (HSE) said an “an unprecedented demand for in patient beds” was caused by an unexpected rise rise in emer
A “sudden surge” in emergency department patients has forced the Mid West Regional Hospital in Limerick to cancel a number of elective operations and day procedures The Health Service Executive (HSE) said an “an unprecedented demand for in patient beds” was caused by an unexpected rise rise in emer
K Club Deny Supplying Porn To Tiger Woods
Allegations made by Tiger Woods’ former head coach has left Ireland’s most exclusive golf club denying it provided Tiger Woods with an adult movie. Former coach Hank Haney has portrayed Woods as an egomaniac in his new book ‘The Big Miss’.
Allegations made by Tiger Woods’ former head coach has left Ireland’s most exclusive golf club denying it provided Tiger Woods with an adult movie. Former coach Hank Haney has portrayed Woods as an egomaniac in his new book ‘The Big Miss’.
Bertie Ahern Removed From Lucrative US Speakers Website
Troubled former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has been removed from the listing of available speakers on the website of prestigious Washington Speakers Bureau. With his minimum fee listed as €30,000 he had been listed alongside other former politicians, including Tony Blair, George W Bush and John Major.
Troubled former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has been removed from the listing of available speakers on the website of prestigious Washington Speakers Bureau. With his minimum fee listed as €30,000 he had been listed alongside other former politicians, including Tony Blair, George W Bush and John Major.
Tánaiste Hosts Lecture On Irish Unionism
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Mr Eamon Gilmore T.D., has announced that he will host a commemorative lecture by First Minister Mr. Peter Robinson MLA, today Thursday 29 March at Iveagh House.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Mr Eamon Gilmore T.D., has announced that he will host a commemorative lecture by First Minister Mr. Peter Robinson MLA, today Thursday 29 March at Iveagh House.
Missing Man Body Recovered From Lake
The body of missing Crossmaglen man Padraig Campbell has been found. The 37-year-old’s body was recovered from a lake in Co Monaghon last night. Campbell, of Drumbroy Road, Castleblaney, has been missing from the 18 March.
The body of missing Crossmaglen man Padraig Campbell has been found. The 37-year-old’s body was recovered from a lake in Co Monaghon last night. Campbell, of Drumbroy Road, Castleblaney, has been missing from the 18 March.
Irish News on Tue, Mar 29 2011, 4,749 days ago
Taoiseach To Answer Questions On Report
The Taoiseach is expected to respond to questions in the debate on the Moriarty Tribunal report tomorrow. The Government speaking list has not yet been finalised, however Mr Kenny will answer on the report and issues relating to Fine Gael fundraising.
The Taoiseach is expected to respond to questions in the debate on the Moriarty Tribunal report tomorrow. The Government speaking list has not yet been finalised, however Mr Kenny will answer on the report and issues relating to Fine Gael fundraising.
Three Further Arrests Over Inchicore Murder
Gardai have made three further arrests in relation to the murder David Byrne on the 19th March 2011. Three males all aged in their late teens were arrested this morning and are currently detained at Garda Stations in the south inner city.
Gardai have made three further arrests in relation to the murder David Byrne on the 19th March 2011. Three males all aged in their late teens were arrested this morning and are currently detained at Garda Stations in the south inner city.
North Belfast Bomb Alert Follows Shooting
A security operation is underway in the Oldpark area of north Belfast following a claim that a suspicious object has been abandoned in the area. It came hours after the PSNI was investigating shots being fired in the same area on Monday night.
A security operation is underway in the Oldpark area of north Belfast following a claim that a suspicious object has been abandoned in the area. It came hours after the PSNI was investigating shots being fired in the same area on Monday night.
Garda Search For Missing 16-Year-Old
Gardaí in Lucan are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old from Moyglass Road, Lucan. Michelle Doyle was last seen at 3pm on Monday 14th March 2011, it is believed she was going to the Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.
Gardaí in Lucan are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old from Moyglass Road, Lucan. Michelle Doyle was last seen at 3pm on Monday 14th March 2011, it is believed she was going to the Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.
North's Jail 'Threat Note' Probed
A criminal inquiry has begun after a Northern prison officer allegedly planted personal details about his governor on a note in a dissident republican suspect's cell.
A criminal inquiry has begun after a Northern prison officer allegedly planted personal details about his governor on a note in a dissident republican suspect's cell.
Record Fall In Irish Organ Donations
The Irish Kidney Association (IKA) has reported that 2010 saw a dramatic decline in the number of organ donors in Ireland. Some of the major teaching hospitals only saw one or two patients providing organs for the national transplant service.
The Irish Kidney Association (IKA) has reported that 2010 saw a dramatic decline in the number of organ donors in Ireland. Some of the major teaching hospitals only saw one or two patients providing organs for the national transplant service.
Water Supply Restored In Cork Homes
Water supplies have now been restored to affected areas of Cork city after yesterdays burst water main. Cork City Council has said that discolouration of the water may continue for some time however it is safe to use and drink.
Water supplies have now been restored to affected areas of Cork city after yesterdays burst water main. Cork City Council has said that discolouration of the water may continue for some time however it is safe to use and drink.
Republic Supports Derry Cancer Unit
The outgoing Stormont First Minister, Peter Robinson, has announced his commitment to a new radiotherapy unit at Altnagelvin Hospital - which has also won backing in Dublin.
The outgoing Stormont First Minister, Peter Robinson, has announced his commitment to a new radiotherapy unit at Altnagelvin Hospital - which has also won backing in Dublin.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 29 2010, 5,114 days ago
Army Diffuse Letterkenny 'Head Shop' Device
Bomb disposal units have defused an explosive device left outside a so-called 'head shop' in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. The device was discovered at the front door of the premises on Pearse Road shortly after 1am last night.
Bomb disposal units have defused an explosive device left outside a so-called 'head shop' in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. The device was discovered at the front door of the premises on Pearse Road shortly after 1am last night.
Woman Tied-up And Robbed In Louth
A woman in her early 40s was threatened and bound in Louth last night after three men masked men broke into her home. The men entered the house on Commons Road in Dromiskin shortly after 9pm yesterday. Gardaí say the three wore dark clothing and had their faces covered.
A woman in her early 40s was threatened and bound in Louth last night after three men masked men broke into her home. The men entered the house on Commons Road in Dromiskin shortly after 9pm yesterday. Gardaí say the three wore dark clothing and had their faces covered.
Push For Major Projects Funded By Pensions
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions and the Construction Industry Federation (CIF) have launched a bid to use pension funds to invest in major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions and the Construction Industry Federation (CIF) have launched a bid to use pension funds to invest in major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
Adams On Rack Over IRA
Voices from the grave have come back to haunt one of Ireland's top republican politicians.
Voices from the grave have come back to haunt one of Ireland's top republican politicians.
Gardaí Call For Permanent Armed Patrols
Garda Sergeants have launched a controversial campaign for armed Gardaí patrols to become a full-time fixture. The Association of Gardaí Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) said it needed permanent armed patrols to combat an "increase in armed violence".
Garda Sergeants have launched a controversial campaign for armed Gardaí patrols to become a full-time fixture. The Association of Gardaí Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) said it needed permanent armed patrols to combat an "increase in armed violence".
Killarney Man Dead As Road Casualties Rise
It has been a weekend of tragedy on roads across Ireland. A man in his 20s has been killed after being struck by a car in Killarney. Gardai in Killarney are investigating the fatal road traffic collision, which occurred on Woodlawn Road on Sunday.
It has been a weekend of tragedy on roads across Ireland. A man in his 20s has been killed after being struck by a car in Killarney. Gardai in Killarney are investigating the fatal road traffic collision, which occurred on Woodlawn Road on Sunday.
Limerick/Galway Rail Line On Track
The Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey has opened phase one of the Western Rail Corridor, which is the longest section of track to be re-opened ever in the State.
The Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey has opened phase one of the Western Rail Corridor, which is the longest section of track to be re-opened ever in the State.
Empey Challenges DUP Unity Calls
The North's biggest political party, the DUP has "nothing to lose and everything to gain" from a Unionist unity pact with the UUP in Fermanagh/South Tyrone and South Belfast at the forthcoming Westminster elections, Sir Reg Empey has.
The North's biggest political party, the DUP has "nothing to lose and everything to gain" from a Unionist unity pact with the UUP in Fermanagh/South Tyrone and South Belfast at the forthcoming Westminster elections, Sir Reg Empey has.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Mainly dry this morning with sunny spells then scattered showers breaking out this afternoon. A chilly start then feeling warmer in afternoon sunshine. Light southerly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Any showers at first soon dying out. Then dry overnight with clear periods and turning chilly with a touch of frost later tonight. Minimum temperature 1 °C.