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Irish News on Wed, Sep 25 2019, 2,557 days ago
Irish Hospitals Must Stop Using Debt Recovery Agencies - SF
Reports of Irish hospitals hiring debt collection agencies to recoup unpaid bills from patients has been described as "harrowing" by Sinn Féin President, Mary Lou McDonald.
Reports of Irish hospitals hiring debt collection agencies to recoup unpaid bills from patients has been described as "harrowing" by Sinn Féin President, Mary Lou McDonald.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 25 2018, 2,922 days ago
Water Conservation Orders Lifted As Rainfall Increases
Irish Water has announced the water conservation orders have been lifted in the Southern, Eastern and Midlands regions.
Irish Water has announced the water conservation orders have been lifted in the Southern, Eastern and Midlands regions.
Irish News on Mon, Sep 25 2017, 3,287 days ago
Urgent Appeal Issued For Missing Dublin Teenager
Gardaí have issued appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 13-year-old Aoife Hawthorne. Aoife was last seen yesterday evening, Saturday 23rd September, 2017 at approximately 7.30pm on Grangecastle Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22.
Gardaí have issued appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 13-year-old Aoife Hawthorne. Aoife was last seen yesterday evening, Saturday 23rd September, 2017 at approximately 7.30pm on Grangecastle Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22.
Investigation Into Non-Ordourised Gas In Network Must Start Immediately - FG
Fine Gael has welcomed news of an investigation into how non-odourised gas was introduced into a gas network and called for it to begin immediately.
Fine Gael has welcomed news of an investigation into how non-odourised gas was introduced into a gas network and called for it to begin immediately.
Irish News on Fri, Sep 25 2015, 4,018 days ago
Two Arrested Over Murder Of Martin Kivlehan
Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Martin Kivlehan. 59-year-old Mr Kivlehan was found with stab wounds at his apartment in Sligo on 03 August.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Martin Kivlehan. 59-year-old Mr Kivlehan was found with stab wounds at his apartment in Sligo on 03 August.
Gardaí Issues Warning Over 'Vishing' Scam
Gardaí have issued a warning over a new telephone scam known as 'Vishing'. 'Vishing' involves criminals using a telephone to deceive people into providing financial information.
Gardaí have issued a warning over a new telephone scam known as 'Vishing'. 'Vishing' involves criminals using a telephone to deceive people into providing financial information.
Dublin Airport To Close T1 Departures Road For Repairs
Dublin Airport has confirmed the Departures Road at Terminal 1 is to close for three months, in order to allow essential maintenance to be carried out. The project will commence from 4am on Monday 28 September and is due to be completed by mid-December.
Dublin Airport has confirmed the Departures Road at Terminal 1 is to close for three months, in order to allow essential maintenance to be carried out. The project will commence from 4am on Monday 28 September and is due to be completed by mid-December.
HPRA Warns Irish Women Over Breast Implant Contamination
Up to 980 Irish women may have received breast implants manufactured by a company whose products have been suspended due to concerns over potential contamination, the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has said.
Up to 980 Irish women may have received breast implants manufactured by a company whose products have been suspended due to concerns over potential contamination, the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has said.
Irish Man Shot Dead In Spain
A man from Ireland has been shot dead on the Costa del Sol in Spain, it has been reported. Gary Hutch, 34, who was originally from Champions Avenue in Dublin, was a convicted Irish criminal.
A man from Ireland has been shot dead on the Costa del Sol in Spain, it has been reported. Gary Hutch, 34, who was originally from Champions Avenue in Dublin, was a convicted Irish criminal.
Govt Must Develop Rural Broadband Infrastructure - Colreavy
Sinn Féin Energy Spokesperson Michael Colreavy has called for the broadband network infrastructure proposed under the National Broadband Plan to be held in public ownership.
Sinn Féin Energy Spokesperson Michael Colreavy has called for the broadband network infrastructure proposed under the National Broadband Plan to be held in public ownership.
ESB Profits Rise By €10m
Irish energy firm ESB today has announced an operating profit of €337 million, an increase of €10 million on the same period in 2014.
Irish energy firm ESB today has announced an operating profit of €337 million, an increase of €10 million on the same period in 2014.
Gardaí Renew Appeal Over Galway Body Find
Gardaí have renewed their appeal after a man's body was found in Barna, Galway, in 2014. The body was discovered at Rusheen Bay Woods on 27 September. It is believed the man was aged between 30 and 40. He is described as approximately 6ft in height, with black hair and strong build.
Gardaí have renewed their appeal after a man's body was found in Barna, Galway, in 2014. The body was discovered at Rusheen Bay Woods on 27 September. It is believed the man was aged between 30 and 40. He is described as approximately 6ft in height, with black hair and strong build.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 25 2014, 4,383 days ago
Garda Search For Two Men Over Post Office Hostage Robbery
Gardaí in Dublin are searching for two men after three women were held captive during a post office robbery.
Gardaí in Dublin are searching for two men after three women were held captive during a post office robbery.
Govt 'Utterly Out Of Touch On Crime' - FF
The government is "utterly out of touch on crime", Fianna Fáil Deputy Barry Cowen has said. The deputy said that he was dismayed following the Tánaiste Joan Burton's response to Dáil questions on the rates of violent crime in the country.
The government is "utterly out of touch on crime", Fianna Fáil Deputy Barry Cowen has said. The deputy said that he was dismayed following the Tánaiste Joan Burton's response to Dáil questions on the rates of violent crime in the country.
2014 Disadvantaged Areas Scheme Payments Underway
Payments under the 2014 Disadvantaged Areas Scheme have started today as planned, The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney has said.
Payments under the 2014 Disadvantaged Areas Scheme have started today as planned, The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney has said.
Taoiseach Accused Of Adopting 'Fianna Fáil-Style Stroke Politics'
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has been accused of embracing Fianna Fáil-style stroke politics by Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams. Mr Adams made the accusation in relation to the appointment of John McNulty to the Seanad in a speech at the National Ploughing Championships.
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has been accused of embracing Fianna Fáil-style stroke politics by Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams. Mr Adams made the accusation in relation to the appointment of John McNulty to the Seanad in a speech at the National Ploughing Championships.
Body Found In 2006 Identified As German Man Arno Schmitz
A body found in woodland by Lough Inagh in Connemara in 2006 has been identified as a German man called Arno Schmitz. A review of the case was launched in December last year and subsequently lead garda to securing a positive identification through the use of forensic dentistry.
A body found in woodland by Lough Inagh in Connemara in 2006 has been identified as a German man called Arno Schmitz. A review of the case was launched in December last year and subsequently lead garda to securing a positive identification through the use of forensic dentistry.
Appeal For Witnesses To Early Morning Shooting In Dublin
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a shooting in Dublin this morning. According to garda a man was shot just after 9am on Thursday morning on Clonard Street. The victim has been taken to hospital but no details of his condition have been released.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a shooting in Dublin this morning. According to garda a man was shot just after 9am on Thursday morning on Clonard Street. The victim has been taken to hospital but no details of his condition have been released.
1,000 Kilos Of Cocaine Seized Off Cork Coast
Cocaine with an estimated street value of €80 million has been seized off the coast of Cork. It is understood an 18m yacht, called the Makayabella, was intercepted around 300 miles west/south-west of Mizen Head.
Cocaine with an estimated street value of €80 million has been seized off the coast of Cork. It is understood an 18m yacht, called the Makayabella, was intercepted around 300 miles west/south-west of Mizen Head.
Irish News on Wed, Sep 25 2013, 4,748 days ago
Protesters Stall Eviction Of Family In Co Cork
A group of around 100 protesters have stalled the eviction of a family of five in Co Cork.
A group of around 100 protesters have stalled the eviction of a family of five in Co Cork.
Former Employee Appeal Dismissal Over Sale Of Alcohol To A Minor
A former Dunnes Stores employee is appealing her dismissal after she was found to have sold alcohol to a 15-year-old girl.
A former Dunnes Stores employee is appealing her dismissal after she was found to have sold alcohol to a 15-year-old girl.
Man Charged With Wexford Man's Murder In Australia
An Irishman living in Australia has been charged with the murder of an Irish construction worker in Perth. Vincent Martin Crowe appeared in court over the death of Wexford man Kenny Meyler, who died after being stabbed in the neck in February.
An Irishman living in Australia has been charged with the murder of an Irish construction worker in Perth. Vincent Martin Crowe appeared in court over the death of Wexford man Kenny Meyler, who died after being stabbed in the neck in February.
Govt To Consider Extending Vote To Citizens Abroad
The Government is awaiting the outcome of a meeting being held to discuss extending the vote in presidential elections to citizens living abroad. Following the meeting being held by the Convention on the Constitution, the government will decide if a referendum should be held on the issue.
The Government is awaiting the outcome of a meeting being held to discuss extending the vote in presidential elections to citizens living abroad. Following the meeting being held by the Convention on the Constitution, the government will decide if a referendum should be held on the issue.
Gardaí Appeal Over Woman With Alzheimer's Missing In Dublin
Gardaí in Dublin have appealed for help in tracing a woman with Alzheimer’s, who has been missing since Tuesday morning.
Gardaí in Dublin have appealed for help in tracing a woman with Alzheimer’s, who has been missing since Tuesday morning.
Man Killed In Co Dublin Road Accident
A man has died in a single vehicle road accident on Tuesday night in Co Dublin. According to Gardaí, the man died when his car hit a wall on the railway bridge on Moyne Road, Baldoyle, at around 10.45pm last night (Tuesday).
A man has died in a single vehicle road accident on Tuesday night in Co Dublin. According to Gardaí, the man died when his car hit a wall on the railway bridge on Moyne Road, Baldoyle, at around 10.45pm last night (Tuesday).
100 Jobs To Be Created At Twitter Euro Headquarters
An additional 100 jobs are to be created at the European headquarters of Twitter, doubling its workforce in Ireland. The microblogging website made the announcement as it marked the second anniversary of its Dublin office in Pearse Street.
An additional 100 jobs are to be created at the European headquarters of Twitter, doubling its workforce in Ireland. The microblogging website made the announcement as it marked the second anniversary of its Dublin office in Pearse Street.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 25 2012, 5,113 days ago
61-Year-Old Career Criminal Jailed For 28 Years
A career criminal has been jailed for 28 years for his part in a €400m cocaine smuggling operation foiled off the south coast. 61-year-old John Alan Brooks was described in court as the mastermind behind the massive cocaine shipment seized off the coast of Cork in November 2008.
A career criminal has been jailed for 28 years for his part in a €400m cocaine smuggling operation foiled off the south coast. 61-year-old John Alan Brooks was described in court as the mastermind behind the massive cocaine shipment seized off the coast of Cork in November 2008.
Man Charged With Fatal Stabbing Of Mother-Of-Two
A man has been remanded in custody in connection with the death of 25-year-old Anna Finnegan, who was stabbed at her home in Dublin on Friday night.
A man has been remanded in custody in connection with the death of 25-year-old Anna Finnegan, who was stabbed at her home in Dublin on Friday night.
Cork Man Dies After Weekend Attack
57-year-old Patsy Deasy has died in hospital in Cork after being beaten at his local pub on Sunday night. Mr Deasy, a Cork City Council employee, was socialising at the Red Cove Inn in Mahon on Friday night. A row developed outside the pub between 12.
57-year-old Patsy Deasy has died in hospital in Cork after being beaten at his local pub on Sunday night. Mr Deasy, a Cork City Council employee, was socialising at the Red Cove Inn in Mahon on Friday night. A row developed outside the pub between 12.
Search Continues In Melbourne For Missing Irish Woman
The Australian home of missing Irish woman Jill Meagher has been searched twice by officers investigating her disappearance in Melbourne.
The Australian home of missing Irish woman Jill Meagher has been searched twice by officers investigating her disappearance in Melbourne.
Two Men Killed In Separate Shooting Incidents
Two men have died in shootings in Dublin and Laois, in attacks described as “barbaric” by minister for justice Alan Shatter. Both men were gunned down in front of children in the incidents on Monday.
Two men have died in shootings in Dublin and Laois, in attacks described as “barbaric” by minister for justice Alan Shatter. Both men were gunned down in front of children in the incidents on Monday.
Bank Of Ireland Criticised For Change To Fee Structure
The National Consumer Agency has strongly criticised the Bank of Ireland for a change to its current account fee structures, which will make it almost impossible for thousands of its customers to avoid paying bank charges.
The National Consumer Agency has strongly criticised the Bank of Ireland for a change to its current account fee structures, which will make it almost impossible for thousands of its customers to avoid paying bank charges.
7.6 Million Smuggled Cigarettes Seized At Dublin Port
Smuggled cigarettes worth €2.9m have been seized by customs officers, amid calls by retailers for a minimum €10,000 fine to stop what they called an “epidemic”.
Smuggled cigarettes worth €2.9m have been seized by customs officers, amid calls by retailers for a minimum €10,000 fine to stop what they called an “epidemic”.
Minister For Education Commits To 100 New Schools
The Minister for Education has announced that more than 100 new schools are to be built over the next five years to cope in order to cope with a “massive rise” in the number of children who will need school places.
The Minister for Education has announced that more than 100 new schools are to be built over the next five years to cope in order to cope with a “massive rise” in the number of children who will need school places.
Siptu Claim Drinks Distributor Breaking Wage Laws
Trade union Siptu has claimed that one of Ireland’s largest drinks distributors has breached payment of wages legislation and enforced “highly unusual work practices”.
Trade union Siptu has claimed that one of Ireland’s largest drinks distributors has breached payment of wages legislation and enforced “highly unusual work practices”.
Irish News on Fri, Sep 25 2009, 6,209 days ago
Two Women Found Dead In Donegal
The bodies of two elderly women have been found in a house in Glenties, Donegal. According to gardaí, the women, believed to be aged 80 and 87, were found yesterday evening. Initial reports suggest the cause of deaths may have been a gas leak in the house.
The bodies of two elderly women have been found in a house in Glenties, Donegal. According to gardaí, the women, believed to be aged 80 and 87, were found yesterday evening. Initial reports suggest the cause of deaths may have been a gas leak in the house.
Ex-Fás Chief 'Golden-Handshake' Probed
The Tanaiste has revealed that Rody Molloy, who resigned from Fás in a blaze of controversy, will be investigated in what may lead to criminal charges.
The Tanaiste has revealed that Rody Molloy, who resigned from Fás in a blaze of controversy, will be investigated in what may lead to criminal charges.
Coughlan Denies Govt In 'Disarray'
Tánaiste Mary Coughlan has said in the Daíl that the Government is not in 'disarray' after a suspected U-Turn over a crucial spending report.
Tánaiste Mary Coughlan has said in the Daíl that the Government is not in 'disarray' after a suspected U-Turn over a crucial spending report.
Bomb Alerts 'Adding Up'
There has been a shock rise in bomb alerts, despite the well established peace in the North. Figures released yesterday by Northern Ireland's Police Federation show that Army explosives teams have dealt with more than 750 dissident republican bomb alerts in the past two years.
There has been a shock rise in bomb alerts, despite the well established peace in the North. Figures released yesterday by Northern Ireland's Police Federation show that Army explosives teams have dealt with more than 750 dissident republican bomb alerts in the past two years.
Appeal For Missing Man Renewed
The appeal for a man who has been missing for over a month has today been renewed as fears for his safety increase. Gardai are renewing their appeal for Stephen O'Meara who was last seen on Thursday the 6th August this year in Wicklow Town.
The appeal for a man who has been missing for over a month has today been renewed as fears for his safety increase. Gardai are renewing their appeal for Stephen O'Meara who was last seen on Thursday the 6th August this year in Wicklow Town.
NAMA Gets Assembly Debate
A move to 'save' the crumbling economy in the Irish Republic is to have an airing in the North.
A move to 'save' the crumbling economy in the Irish Republic is to have an airing in the North.
Taoiseach Heckled Over Lisbon In Kildare
The Taoiseach has been on the receiving end of some anti-Lisbon ill will by campaigners at the National Ploughing Championships in Co Kildare.
The Taoiseach has been on the receiving end of some anti-Lisbon ill will by campaigners at the National Ploughing Championships in Co Kildare.
Ireland 'Most Costly' Place To Run Restaurant
The Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) has welcomed a new report, which says Ireland is the most costly place in Europe to run a restaurant.
The Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) has welcomed a new report, which says Ireland is the most costly place in Europe to run a restaurant.
Interpol Conference Comes To Ireland
A major crime and law enforcement event is being held next week in Dublin. Attended by the police chiefs from both sides of the border, the 2009 International Law Enforcement Intellectual Property Crime Conference will take place in the Four Seasons Hotel.
A major crime and law enforcement event is being held next week in Dublin. Attended by the police chiefs from both sides of the border, the 2009 International Law Enforcement Intellectual Property Crime Conference will take place in the Four Seasons Hotel.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 25 2008, 6,574 days ago
Lite, 54-71, Slomatics, Adebisi Shank
How often do you switch on the radio and freeze at what you are listening to? Once a day, once a week, Once a year? Well it happened to me a few weeks ago when I turned on the radio only to be confronted with Abedisi Shank.
How often do you switch on the radio and freeze at what you are listening to? Once a day, once a week, Once a year? Well it happened to me a few weeks ago when I turned on the radio only to be confronted with Abedisi Shank.
It's Official – Ireland Is In Recession
After months of finding other ways to describe the country's monetary situation, such as 'financial downturn', 'economic troubles', and 'market difficulties', the Irish Government now faces the fearsome word – recession.
After months of finding other ways to describe the country's monetary situation, such as 'financial downturn', 'economic troubles', and 'market difficulties', the Irish Government now faces the fearsome word – recession.
Cancer Misdiagnosis Probe Ordered
The spectre of cancer misdiagnosis in women has again come back to haunt the Irish government.
The spectre of cancer misdiagnosis in women has again come back to haunt the Irish government.
Powerful Charge For Recycling
New EU legislation means from tomorrow, over 10,000 shops throughout the State will be obligated to accept used batteries and recycle them.
New EU legislation means from tomorrow, over 10,000 shops throughout the State will be obligated to accept used batteries and recycle them.
Government 'Concerned' Over ETA Terrorist
The Justice minister has told of his concern over the presence of a member of the Basque paramilitary group, ETA, in Ireland. Dermot Ahern, said that Gardaí would give whatever support they could in the hunt for the man who is presently being sought by Interpol.
The Justice minister has told of his concern over the presence of a member of the Basque paramilitary group, ETA, in Ireland. Dermot Ahern, said that Gardaí would give whatever support they could in the hunt for the man who is presently being sought by Interpol.
Ireland Could Breach Another EU Target
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is warning Ireland could be in breach of EU targets on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Projections released on Tuesday evening by the EPA say meeting the proposed 2020 Kyoto targets will be "extremely challenging".
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is warning Ireland could be in breach of EU targets on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Projections released on Tuesday evening by the EPA say meeting the proposed 2020 Kyoto targets will be "extremely challenging".
Cork Plant Announces 200 Job Cuts
Employees of an electronics firm in Cork have been told that over 200 employees will be shed as a result of increasing costs. Staff at the Tyco Sensormatic are expected to attend a meeting with company bosses on Thursday morning where the extensive cuts will be detailed.
Employees of an electronics firm in Cork have been told that over 200 employees will be shed as a result of increasing costs. Staff at the Tyco Sensormatic are expected to attend a meeting with company bosses on Thursday morning where the extensive cuts will be detailed.
Ahern Steps Into Executive's Policing Row
While he has "cautioned against Sinn Fein and the DUP escalating the current impasse over NI Executive meetings", the Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern (pictured with former UK PM, Tony Blair) has weighed into the row over devolution of policing and justice powers at Stormont.
While he has "cautioned against Sinn Fein and the DUP escalating the current impasse over NI Executive meetings", the Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern (pictured with former UK PM, Tony Blair) has weighed into the row over devolution of policing and justice powers at Stormont.
Irish Pre-70s Housing In Danger Of Lead Contamination
Following the recent discovery of lead contamination in areas of Galway, fears are growing that the problem could affect homes throughout Ireland. Those households suffering from the problem were built before 1970, and used lead piping for their plumbing.
Following the recent discovery of lead contamination in areas of Galway, fears are growing that the problem could affect homes throughout Ireland. Those households suffering from the problem were built before 1970, and used lead piping for their plumbing.
Appeal Re-Launched For Missing Waterford Teen
Gardai in Waterford are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15 year old Rebecca Reinl from Crystal Court, Kilcolohan, Waterford. Rebecca was last seen at Crystal Court, Kilcolohan, Waterford on 30th August this year.
Gardai in Waterford are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15 year old Rebecca Reinl from Crystal Court, Kilcolohan, Waterford. Rebecca was last seen at Crystal Court, Kilcolohan, Waterford on 30th August this year.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 25 2007, 6,940 days ago
Garda Shot In Dublin
President Mary McAleese has publicly condemned the shooting of a Garda in Dublin this morning. The shooting occurred shortly after 9am on the Ossary Road in Dublin's financial district.
President Mary McAleese has publicly condemned the shooting of a Garda in Dublin this morning. The shooting occurred shortly after 9am on the Ossary Road in Dublin's financial district.
Man Killed In Westmeath Road Crash
A 23-year-old man has died after being involved in a road crash in Co Westmeath. It is understood that the man was a passenger in a van which struck a jeep on the Mullingar Road in Delvin, around 7am on Tuesday morning. He was taken to Mullingar General Hospital, but died later from his injuries.
A 23-year-old man has died after being involved in a road crash in Co Westmeath. It is understood that the man was a passenger in a van which struck a jeep on the Mullingar Road in Delvin, around 7am on Tuesday morning. He was taken to Mullingar General Hospital, but died later from his injuries.
Limerick Crash - One Killed
A man who was killed in a road accident in Co Limerick on Monday has been named. Mark Ryan, 20, from Bawnreagh in Askeaton was killed when the car he was driving collided with a lorry on the N69, near Kildimo, around 10 miles from Limerick city, shortly before 4pm on Monday.
A man who was killed in a road accident in Co Limerick on Monday has been named. Mark Ryan, 20, from Bawnreagh in Askeaton was killed when the car he was driving collided with a lorry on the N69, near Kildimo, around 10 miles from Limerick city, shortly before 4pm on Monday.
Eight Hurt In Roscommon Crash
Eight people have been injured in a collision involving a minibus and a car in Co Roscommon this morning. The accident happened shortly before 9am on the Castlerea Road. The driver of the car and seven teenagers from the minibus have been taken to hospital.
Eight people have been injured in a collision involving a minibus and a car in Co Roscommon this morning. The accident happened shortly before 9am on the Castlerea Road. The driver of the car and seven teenagers from the minibus have been taken to hospital.
Four Injured In Limerick Car Chase
Two gardaí have been injured in a road traffic collision in Limerick. The pair, a man and a woman, had stopped a car at a routine checkpoint in the O'Malley Park area, around 1:15am on Tuesday.
Two gardaí have been injured in a road traffic collision in Limerick. The pair, a man and a woman, had stopped a car at a routine checkpoint in the O'Malley Park area, around 1:15am on Tuesday.
Man Dies In Farm Accident
An elderly man has been killed in an accident on a farm in County Westmeath. The incident happened on the man's own farm near Athlone yesterday. The man, who is believed to be in his 70s, became trapped in a slurry tank. Gardai are investigating the incident.
An elderly man has been killed in an accident on a farm in County Westmeath. The incident happened on the man's own farm near Athlone yesterday. The man, who is believed to be in his 70s, became trapped in a slurry tank. Gardai are investigating the incident.
Appeal For Information Over Missing Westmeath Woman
Gardaí have appealed for information about a 54-year-old woman who has been missing from her home in Co Westmeath since last Sunday. Angela O'Rourke has not been seen since leaving her home on Athlone Road in Moate at 9am on Sunday to go for a walk.
Gardaí have appealed for information about a 54-year-old woman who has been missing from her home in Co Westmeath since last Sunday. Angela O'Rourke has not been seen since leaving her home on Athlone Road in Moate at 9am on Sunday to go for a walk.
Garda Ombudsman Seeks Witnesses To Road Crash
The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission has made a new appeal for witnesses to a road crash in which a 77-year-old woman died on Friday. Clare Barr, from the Navan Road in Dublin, died after she was struck by a car on the Dublin-bound carriageway of the Navan Road, Dublin 7, around 2pm on Friday.
The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission has made a new appeal for witnesses to a road crash in which a 77-year-old woman died on Friday. Clare Barr, from the Navan Road in Dublin, died after she was struck by a car on the Dublin-bound carriageway of the Navan Road, Dublin 7, around 2pm on Friday.
National Ploughing Championships Opens
The National Ploughing Championships opens today in Co Offaly. The event, one of Europe's biggest agricultural shows, will be held on the 500-acre site at Annaharvey farm near Tullamore. It is anticipated that the three-day event will attract up to 150,000 spectators from all over the country.
The National Ploughing Championships opens today in Co Offaly. The event, one of Europe's biggest agricultural shows, will be held on the 500-acre site at Annaharvey farm near Tullamore. It is anticipated that the three-day event will attract up to 150,000 spectators from all over the country.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Cloud and light rain initially around the east coast, which clears before mid-morning. Otherwise a day of sunny spells and a few isolated light showers, most of these confined across the far west and north. Maximum temperature 16 °C.Tonight:Mainly dry with clear spells most widespread in the east, but a few scattered light showers appearing west and north of Lough Neagh. Southwest winds freshening overnight. Minimum temperature 11 °C.