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Irish News on Tue, Aug 27 2019, 2,557 days ago
Man Dies Following Alleged Dublin Assault
A man has died following an alleged serious assault in Dublin over the weekend. Vincent Pearsons, aged 34, was discovered with head-injuries by passers-by in the Killinarden estate area of Tallaght on Saturday night, 24 August.
A man has died following an alleged serious assault in Dublin over the weekend. Vincent Pearsons, aged 34, was discovered with head-injuries by passers-by in the Killinarden estate area of Tallaght on Saturday night, 24 August.
Elderly Man Dies In Cork Collision
A man in his 70s has died following a single vehicle collision in west Cork on Saturday 24 August. The incident occurred shortly after 6pm on the Main Street in Skibbereen and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man in his 70s has died following a single vehicle collision in west Cork on Saturday 24 August. The incident occurred shortly after 6pm on the Main Street in Skibbereen and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Labour Call For HPV Vaccine To Be Extended Further
The Labour party has urged the Minister for Health to examine the next steps in extending the HPV vaccine further. Alan Kelly's comments come after the Department introduced the vaccine for school aged boys, nine years after the measure was first introduced for girls.
The Labour party has urged the Minister for Health to examine the next steps in extending the HPV vaccine further. Alan Kelly's comments come after the Department introduced the vaccine for school aged boys, nine years after the measure was first introduced for girls.
Tánaiste Hosts Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister
The Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs has met with the Tánaiste to advise on Government Brexit planning.
The Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs has met with the Tánaiste to advise on Government Brexit planning.
€79k Cash Seized At Dublin Port
Revenue officers have been granted a three month cash detention order at Dublin District Court following the seizure of over €79,000 at Dublin Port.
Revenue officers have been granted a three month cash detention order at Dublin District Court following the seizure of over €79,000 at Dublin Port.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 27 2015, 4,018 days ago
Gardaí Appeal For Wicklow Man Missing Since 06 July
Garda have appealed for help in tracing Barry Corcoran, who has been missing since Monday, 06 July. The 39-year-old is from Wicklow and it is known that he travelled from the town to Dublin on the morning of 06 July. It is believed that he travelled on the No.
Garda have appealed for help in tracing Barry Corcoran, who has been missing since Monday, 06 July. The 39-year-old is from Wicklow and it is known that he travelled from the town to Dublin on the morning of 06 July. It is believed that he travelled on the No.
Garda Commissioner Statement On PIRA Allegations
Garda Commissioner Nóirín O'Sullivan has issued a statement on the investigation being carried out by the Police Service of Northern Ireland in to the murder of Kevin McGuigan and allegations about the existence of the Provisional IRA.
Garda Commissioner Nóirín O'Sullivan has issued a statement on the investigation being carried out by the Police Service of Northern Ireland in to the murder of Kevin McGuigan and allegations about the existence of the Provisional IRA.
Govt Must Not Be Allowed To Deflect In Irish Water Failure SF
The government must not be allowed to deflect from the failure of Irish Water, Sinn Féin has said ahead of a protest to be held in Dublin this weekend.
The government must not be allowed to deflect from the failure of Irish Water, Sinn Féin has said ahead of a protest to be held in Dublin this weekend.
Concerns Raised Over Resident Extortion Allegations
Residents in the Crumlin-Kimmage area of Dublin are being intimidated into handing over cash to criminals in exchange for the "protection" of their cars, according to Dublin City Councillor Catherine Ardagh.
Residents in the Crumlin-Kimmage area of Dublin are being intimidated into handing over cash to criminals in exchange for the "protection" of their cars, according to Dublin City Councillor Catherine Ardagh.
Friday 28 August National 'Slow Down' Day
Friday 28 August has been declared Nation 'Slow Down' Day, a campaign lead by An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority. As part of the campaign, gardaí will conduct an intensive national speed enforcement operation for 24 hours from 07.00 on Friday 28 to 07.00 on Saturday 29th August 2015.
Friday 28 August has been declared Nation 'Slow Down' Day, a campaign lead by An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority. As part of the campaign, gardaí will conduct an intensive national speed enforcement operation for 24 hours from 07.00 on Friday 28 to 07.00 on Saturday 29th August 2015.
Physical Education Should Be Leaving Cert Subject - FG
Physical education should be added to the Leaving Certificate curriculum in an effort to ensure that children are involved in physical activity right through their school years.
Physical education should be added to the Leaving Certificate curriculum in an effort to ensure that children are involved in physical activity right through their school years.
Teenager Dies In Co Carlow Farm Accident
A 14-year-old boy has died following an accident on a farm in Co Carlow on Wednesday morning. It is understood that the boy and his 15-year-old brother were both injured when a tractor and trailer combination toppled over in a field on a farm two miles outside the town of Ballon.
A 14-year-old boy has died following an accident on a farm in Co Carlow on Wednesday morning. It is understood that the boy and his 15-year-old brother were both injured when a tractor and trailer combination toppled over in a field on a farm two miles outside the town of Ballon.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 27 2014, 4,383 days ago
Property Prices Increase In Dublin - CSO
Property prices in Dublin rose by 27% in July, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Dublin house prices increased by 2.5% in the month and were 23.1% higher compared to a year earlier. Dublin apartment prices were 26.3% higher when compared with the same month of 2013.
Property prices in Dublin rose by 27% in July, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Dublin house prices increased by 2.5% in the month and were 23.1% higher compared to a year earlier. Dublin apartment prices were 26.3% higher when compared with the same month of 2013.
Six Questioned Following Road Crash
Six men have been arrested and are being questioned by gardaí following a three-car collision. The incident happened at around 6.40pm on Tuesday, in Termonfeckin, Co Louth.
Six men have been arrested and are being questioned by gardaí following a three-car collision. The incident happened at around 6.40pm on Tuesday, in Termonfeckin, Co Louth.
Man Arrested After Gardaí Seize €80k Of Cannabis
A 25-year-old man has been arrested following a drugs seizure. On Tuesday (26 August), a planned search was carried out at a property in Ballynsheglish, near Castlerea. Inside the home, gardaí discovered 100 cannabis plants which were at various stages of growth.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested following a drugs seizure. On Tuesday (26 August), a planned search was carried out at a property in Ballynsheglish, near Castlerea. Inside the home, gardaí discovered 100 cannabis plants which were at various stages of growth.
IMO Slams HSE Over Recruitment Crisis For Consultants
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has been accused of "not being serious" about tackling the recruitment crisis for Consultants in the Irish health services.
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has been accused of "not being serious" about tackling the recruitment crisis for Consultants in the Irish health services.
IMNDA Ice Bucket Donations Reach €1m
Irish donations from the Ice Bucket Challenge craze has topped €1m, the Irish Motor Neuron Disease Association (IMNDA) has said. Aisling Farrell, CEO of the association, has said all the money raised by the initiative will make a difference.
Irish donations from the Ice Bucket Challenge craze has topped €1m, the Irish Motor Neuron Disease Association (IMNDA) has said. Aisling Farrell, CEO of the association, has said all the money raised by the initiative will make a difference.
Interim Water Treatment Plant For Castlerea 'Within Weeks'
A new interim water treatment plant is to bring to an end one of the country's longest running boil water notices. Residents in Castlerea, Co Roscommon, have lived with a boil water notice for four years, following the discovery of the parasite, cryptosporidium.
A new interim water treatment plant is to bring to an end one of the country's longest running boil water notices. Residents in Castlerea, Co Roscommon, have lived with a boil water notice for four years, following the discovery of the parasite, cryptosporidium.
New Search For One Of The 'Disappeared' Underway In Co Meath
A new search for the remains of Brendan Megraw, one of the Disappeared, is underway in Oristown, Co Meath. Mr Megraw was 23-years-old when he was abducted by the IRA from his home in west Belfast in April 1978.
A new search for the remains of Brendan Megraw, one of the Disappeared, is underway in Oristown, Co Meath. Mr Megraw was 23-years-old when he was abducted by the IRA from his home in west Belfast in April 1978.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 27 2013, 4,748 days ago
Gardaí Renew Appeal For Witnesses To Dublin Shooting
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for witnesses to the murder of Dean Johnston in Ronanstown in Dublin last Friday night. The shooting took place on Harelawn Green, off Neilstown Road, where Mr Johnston was found with several gunshot wounds to his head and body.
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for witnesses to the murder of Dean Johnston in Ronanstown in Dublin last Friday night. The shooting took place on Harelawn Green, off Neilstown Road, where Mr Johnston was found with several gunshot wounds to his head and body.
HSE Fail To Reach Agreement With Junior Doctors
Discussions between junior doctors and the Health Services Executive ended yesterday (26 August) when they failed to reach an agreement over possible industrial action in a dispute over long working hours.
Discussions between junior doctors and the Health Services Executive ended yesterday (26 August) when they failed to reach an agreement over possible industrial action in a dispute over long working hours.
Senator Welcomes 70 New Jobs In Shannon
Fire safety products manufacturer, EI Electronics, has said it is to create 70 new jobs in Shannon. The expansion will take its workforce in the area to 500.
Fire safety products manufacturer, EI Electronics, has said it is to create 70 new jobs in Shannon. The expansion will take its workforce in the area to 500.
Sinn Féin Call On Govt To Offer Free Schoolbooks Scheme
The government have been urged to create a free schoolbook loan scheme in an effort to ease the financial burden on families preparing for their children's return to school.
The government have been urged to create a free schoolbook loan scheme in an effort to ease the financial burden on families preparing for their children's return to school.
Appeal Issued After Cyclist Shootings In Dublin
Gardaí have appealed for information and witnesses to an incident in which two men on bicycles were shot in Glasnevin, Dublin. It is understood that at around 8.15am on Sunday morning, a 52-year-old man was shot as he cycled along a footpath on Glasnevin Avenue.
Gardaí have appealed for information and witnesses to an incident in which two men on bicycles were shot in Glasnevin, Dublin. It is understood that at around 8.15am on Sunday morning, a 52-year-old man was shot as he cycled along a footpath on Glasnevin Avenue.
Investigation After Woman Trapped In Luggage Compartment
An investigation has been launched over claims that a woman travelled some 25km trapped inside the luggage compartment of a Bus Éireann coach, RTÉ have reported.
An investigation has been launched over claims that a woman travelled some 25km trapped inside the luggage compartment of a Bus Éireann coach, RTÉ have reported.
Gardaí Officers Arrested In Fraud Investigation
Two serving garda officers, suspected of fraudulent activity, have been arrested. The two officers, both in their 30s and understood to be based in the Dublin area, were arrested this morning by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Activity.
Two serving garda officers, suspected of fraudulent activity, have been arrested. The two officers, both in their 30s and understood to be based in the Dublin area, were arrested this morning by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Activity.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 27 2010, 5,844 days ago
Gormley Expenses 'Among the Lowest'
Green Party leader John Gormley has rebutted criticism of his expenses, claiming his are among the lowest of all TDs in Dáil Eireann.
Green Party leader John Gormley has rebutted criticism of his expenses, claiming his are among the lowest of all TDs in Dáil Eireann.
Teen Crash Victim Buried Today
The first funeral of the teenage victims killed in a car crash outside Killarney in Co Kerry earlier this week is to take place today. The service for 15-year-old Aine Riordan will take place in her hometown of Castleisland this morning. Her funeral will be the first of four over the next two days.
The first funeral of the teenage victims killed in a car crash outside Killarney in Co Kerry earlier this week is to take place today. The service for 15-year-old Aine Riordan will take place in her hometown of Castleisland this morning. Her funeral will be the first of four over the next two days.
'Spy' Donaldson's Inquest Postponed
An inquest into the brutal shotgun murder of alleged Sinn Féin 'spy' Denis Donaldson has been adjourned for the fifth time in the Irish Republic. At the request of Gardaí the decision on the holding of an inquest into the murder has been postponed for the fifth time.
An inquest into the brutal shotgun murder of alleged Sinn Féin 'spy' Denis Donaldson has been adjourned for the fifth time in the Irish Republic. At the request of Gardaí the decision on the holding of an inquest into the murder has been postponed for the fifth time.
Claudy Probed As Empey Meets Victims
Just hours before the Historical Enquiries Team revealed it is to probe the unsolved murder of nine people in the 1972 Claudy bombing, a delegation from the Ulster Unionist Party has met with Northern Ireland's Commission for Victims and Survivors as part of an ongoing set of meetings on issues pert
Just hours before the Historical Enquiries Team revealed it is to probe the unsolved murder of nine people in the 1972 Claudy bombing, a delegation from the Ulster Unionist Party has met with Northern Ireland's Commission for Victims and Survivors as part of an ongoing set of meetings on issues pert
Third Man Arrested Over Dublin Drug Seizure
A third man has been arrested in connection with the Dublin drug operation that saw the seizure of over €1.6million worth of cannabis.
A third man has been arrested in connection with the Dublin drug operation that saw the seizure of over €1.6million worth of cannabis.
RUC 'Not To Blame' On Claudy Failures
There have been continuing claims in the North that the RUC is being used as a 'scapegoat' for the failure to arrest a priest suspected of the bloody Claudy bombing in 1972. Further allegations that officers wanted to investigate him have also been backed by a bomb victim's relative.
There have been continuing claims in the North that the RUC is being used as a 'scapegoat' for the failure to arrest a priest suspected of the bloody Claudy bombing in 1972. Further allegations that officers wanted to investigate him have also been backed by a bomb victim's relative.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 27 2009, 6,209 days ago
Book Of Condolence Opens For Senator Kennedy
A book of condolence for Senator Edward Kennedy is to open today and tomorrow at the US embassy, in Dublin. US Ambassador to Ireland, Daniel M Rooney, is leading the tributes and said that Senator Kennedy, who died yesterday, had played a crucial role in Northern Ireland’s peace process.
A book of condolence for Senator Edward Kennedy is to open today and tomorrow at the US embassy, in Dublin. US Ambassador to Ireland, Daniel M Rooney, is leading the tributes and said that Senator Kennedy, who died yesterday, had played a crucial role in Northern Ireland’s peace process.
Man Remanded Over Coleraine Killing
A susepct has today been remanded in custody charged with the murder of Catholic man Kevin McDaid in Co Londonderry. James McAfee, 28, of Lisnablagh Road, also faces four other charges, including the attempted murder of Damian Fleming and assaulting Mr McDaid's wife.
A susepct has today been remanded in custody charged with the murder of Catholic man Kevin McDaid in Co Londonderry. James McAfee, 28, of Lisnablagh Road, also faces four other charges, including the attempted murder of Damian Fleming and assaulting Mr McDaid's wife.
Lenihan 'Hysterical' Over NAMA, Say Opposition
Fine Gael have branded the Dáil finance minister's response this morning to criticism over the national assets agency plan as "hysterical".
Fine Gael have branded the Dáil finance minister's response this morning to criticism over the national assets agency plan as "hysterical".
Gillespie Defends Damning PSNI Report
Administrative functions carried out by the North's police officers are to be reviewed. The Province's second highest ranking police officer has said an action plan is in place to cut down on bureaucracy within the service.
Administrative functions carried out by the North's police officers are to be reviewed. The Province's second highest ranking police officer has said an action plan is in place to cut down on bureaucracy within the service.
IRA's 'Bloodiest Day' Recalled
Twin tragedies in Northern Ireland on this day 30 years ago are being remembered. Separate memorial services are taking place at both Mullaghmore in Sligo and Narrow Water in Co Down to recall the bloody day.
Twin tragedies in Northern Ireland on this day 30 years ago are being remembered. Separate memorial services are taking place at both Mullaghmore in Sligo and Narrow Water in Co Down to recall the bloody day.
IFA Launches Lisbon 'Yes' Campaign
A campaign to support a positive vote in the new Lisbon Treaty referendum has been launched by a farmers' group.
A campaign to support a positive vote in the new Lisbon Treaty referendum has been launched by a farmers' group.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 27 2008, 6,574 days ago
No Penalty For Worried Tag-less M50 Drivers
The National Roads Authority (NRA) has assured M50 drivers who are still without electronic tags that they will receive them before barrier-free tolling is introduced this weekend.
The National Roads Authority (NRA) has assured M50 drivers who are still without electronic tags that they will receive them before barrier-free tolling is introduced this weekend.
Kerry Man Stabbed In Face With Bottle
A man has been stabbed in face with a broken bottle during a violent assault on Tuesday night. The man in his 30s is recovering in hospital in Kerry following the incident, which took place in Tralee town centre just after 1.00am.
A man has been stabbed in face with a broken bottle during a violent assault on Tuesday night. The man in his 30s is recovering in hospital in Kerry following the incident, which took place in Tralee town centre just after 1.00am.
Chad Violence Set To Grow On End Of Rains
The imminent end of Chad's annual rainy season is expected to mark an elevation in the intensity of fighting involving Ireland's troops in the troubled African state.
The imminent end of Chad's annual rainy season is expected to mark an elevation in the intensity of fighting involving Ireland's troops in the troubled African state.
Holidaymakers Left High, Dry, And Unable To Fly
The Commission for Aviation Regulation is desperately trying to organise return flights for up to 500 stranded holidaymakers after the closure of a major tour operator in Co Mayo. Great Escapes, which was based in Swinford, announced on Tuesday it has ceased trading with immediate effect.
The Commission for Aviation Regulation is desperately trying to organise return flights for up to 500 stranded holidaymakers after the closure of a major tour operator in Co Mayo. Great Escapes, which was based in Swinford, announced on Tuesday it has ceased trading with immediate effect.
Dublin Teen Still 'Missing' In Spain
The search for a Dublin teenager - who originally left Clarehall in the Irish capital to live in Spain's Costa del Sol in 2004 - to be with her mum Audrey, 39, after she split with dad Chris, is still continuing.
The search for a Dublin teenager - who originally left Clarehall in the Irish capital to live in Spain's Costa del Sol in 2004 - to be with her mum Audrey, 39, after she split with dad Chris, is still continuing.
Tallaght Hospital 'Locks Down' Balconies After Suicide
The suicide of a Dublin woman has forced Tallaght hospital chiefs to close off its balconies to patients.
The suicide of a Dublin woman has forced Tallaght hospital chiefs to close off its balconies to patients.
Third Of Irish Births Outside Marriage
New figures from the Central Statistics Office show a third of Irish babies were born outside marriage last year. The statistics revealed by the CSO detail the death and birth patterns for the whole Sate.
New figures from the Central Statistics Office show a third of Irish babies were born outside marriage last year. The statistics revealed by the CSO detail the death and birth patterns for the whole Sate.
Knife Point Robbery Of Parking Meter Monies
Two parking meter money collectors have been robbed at knifepoint in Dublin - in broad daylight. Gardai in the area are now seeking assistance from the public following the incident on Dublin's Kings Inn Street at approximately 1.20pm on Tuesday.
Two parking meter money collectors have been robbed at knifepoint in Dublin - in broad daylight. Gardai in the area are now seeking assistance from the public following the incident on Dublin's Kings Inn Street at approximately 1.20pm on Tuesday.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 27 2007, 6,940 days ago
Baby Dies In Window Fall In Cork
A 22-month-old baby girl has died after falling from the third-storey window of a house in Cork City. It is understood that the child was found on the footpath outside the house on Hardwick Street by a passing motorist around 12:30pm on Sunday.
A 22-month-old baby girl has died after falling from the third-storey window of a house in Cork City. It is understood that the child was found on the footpath outside the house on Hardwick Street by a passing motorist around 12:30pm on Sunday.
Man In Court Over Cork Murder
A 28-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Brian McKee in Cork at the weekend. Mr McKee, a father-of-two from Ballinure Avenue in Mahon, was found unconscious at St Michael's Road in the early hours of Saturday morning. He had suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest.
A 28-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Brian McKee in Cork at the weekend. Mr McKee, a father-of-two from Ballinure Avenue in Mahon, was found unconscious at St Michael's Road in the early hours of Saturday morning. He had suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest.
Investigation Launched Into Woman's Death In Cavan
Gardai have launched an investigation after the body of a woman was found in a house in Cavan. It is understood that the body of the woman, believed to be in her forties, was discovered in a house just before midnight on Saturday.
Gardai have launched an investigation after the body of a woman was found in a house in Cavan. It is understood that the body of the woman, believed to be in her forties, was discovered in a house just before midnight on Saturday.
Sikhs To Meet Gardai Over Turban Ban
Members of the Sikh community are to meet with gardai over a ban which prohibits a Sikh garda reserve recruit from wearing his turban while in uniform.
Members of the Sikh community are to meet with gardai over a ban which prohibits a Sikh garda reserve recruit from wearing his turban while in uniform.
Man Dies Following Tipperary Road Crash
A 41-year-old man has died following a collision in Co. Tipperary at the weekend. The crash happened around 7:35am on Saturday morning at Brittas in Thurles. It is understood that a car went out of control and hit a concrete post.
A 41-year-old man has died following a collision in Co. Tipperary at the weekend. The crash happened around 7:35am on Saturday morning at Brittas in Thurles. It is understood that a car went out of control and hit a concrete post.
New Safety Initiative For Students Unveiled
A new module in workplace health and safety for Irish students has been unveiled. The new module, aimed at Transition Year Leaving Cert Applied and Leaving Cert Vocational Programme students, will be piloted in the South East and Western regions during the coming school term.
A new module in workplace health and safety for Irish students has been unveiled. The new module, aimed at Transition Year Leaving Cert Applied and Leaving Cert Vocational Programme students, will be piloted in the South East and Western regions during the coming school term.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A somewhat cloudy start then bright or sunny spells developing. Mostly dry in the morning but the odd shower is possible. Rain likely to spread into eastern counties through the afternoon, heavy at times, staying drier in the west. Maximum temperature 22 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with outbreaks of occasionally heavy rain, mainly over eastern counties with the west generally drier. Staying rather cloudy overnight but the rain largely fading out by morning. Minimum temperature 15 °C.