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Irish News on Fri, May 26 2017, 3,287 days ago
Next Taoiseach Must Listen To Alternative Solutions To Housing Crisis - SF
Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams TD has said the next Taoiseach "must listen to policy alternatives for ending the housing crisis".
Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams TD has said the next Taoiseach "must listen to policy alternatives for ending the housing crisis".
Seven-Month-Old Child Dies After Being Left Inside A Car
A seven-month-old child has died in hospital after being left in a car for around five hours on the hottest day of the year. A number of emergency services attended the scene in the village of Dundrum, west County Tipperary, on Thursday, 25 May.
A seven-month-old child has died in hospital after being left in a car for around five hours on the hottest day of the year. A number of emergency services attended the scene in the village of Dundrum, west County Tipperary, on Thursday, 25 May.
Nationwide Speed Enforcement Operations Underway
A number of speed enforcement operations are underway across the State as part of 'Slow Down Day'. Operations began at 7am this morning, Friday 26 May, and will run until 7am on Saturday.
A number of speed enforcement operations are underway across the State as part of 'Slow Down Day'. Operations began at 7am this morning, Friday 26 May, and will run until 7am on Saturday.
Irish News on Thu, May 26 2016, 3,652 days ago
Garda Appeal For Information On Car Connected To Gareth Hutch Murder
Gardaí investigating the murder of Gareth Hutch on Tuesday have renewed an appeal for information on a car suspected of being connected to the crime. A silver Skoda, registration 05 D 15049, was seen on Sean McDermott Street around 10am on Tuesday, 24 May.
Gardaí investigating the murder of Gareth Hutch on Tuesday have renewed an appeal for information on a car suspected of being connected to the crime. A silver Skoda, registration 05 D 15049, was seen on Sean McDermott Street around 10am on Tuesday, 24 May.
Flanagan Welcomes Formation of Northern Irish Government
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has welcomed the formation of the new Executive in Northern Ireland.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has welcomed the formation of the new Executive in Northern Ireland.
Luas Strike Postponed To Allow New Talks
Strike action planned by Luas drivers today, 26 May and Friday has been postponed to allow new talks at the Labour Court. The postponement was announced after SIPTU representatives accepted an invitation issued through the offices of the ICTU to attend a meeting with Transdev, at the Labour Court.
Strike action planned by Luas drivers today, 26 May and Friday has been postponed to allow new talks at the Labour Court. The postponement was announced after SIPTU representatives accepted an invitation issued through the offices of the ICTU to attend a meeting with Transdev, at the Labour Court.
Govt Urged To Provide Support Service For Children Affected By Gangland Violence
The government has been urged to put in place a support service for children impacted by gangland violence in Dublin's north inner city. Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Education Thomas Byrne made the call following a visit by party leader Micheál Martin to the affected community last week.
The government has been urged to put in place a support service for children impacted by gangland violence in Dublin's north inner city. Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Education Thomas Byrne made the call following a visit by party leader Micheál Martin to the affected community last week.
Suspension Of Water Charges 'Not Good Enough' - SF
The suspension of water charges has been described as "not good enough", by Sinn Féin President, Gerry Adams. Mr Adams made the comment during a debate on a Sinn Féin private members motion in the Dáil on Wednesday.
The suspension of water charges has been described as "not good enough", by Sinn Féin President, Gerry Adams. Mr Adams made the comment during a debate on a Sinn Féin private members motion in the Dáil on Wednesday.
Tánaiste Condemns Dublin Shootings
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, has issued a statement condemning the recent shootings in Dublin. "This latest outrageous attack on law and order is unacceptable. I utterly condemn this morning's shooting.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, has issued a statement condemning the recent shootings in Dublin. "This latest outrageous attack on law and order is unacceptable. I utterly condemn this morning's shooting.
New Local Climate Change Guidelines Published
New Local Authority Climate Change Adaptation Strategy Guidelines have been published by the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Denis Naughten.
New Local Authority Climate Change Adaptation Strategy Guidelines have been published by the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Denis Naughten.
Commission Report Presents 'Inescapable Lessons' For An Garda Síochána - O Sullivan
The O'Higgins Commission Report presents "inescapable lessons" for An Garda Síochána, Garda Commissioner Nóirín O'Sullivan has said.
The O'Higgins Commission Report presents "inescapable lessons" for An Garda Síochána, Garda Commissioner Nóirín O'Sullivan has said.
Planned Strike Action At Tesco Stores Called Off
Planned strike action by Tesco workers across 70 stores in Ireland has been called off. Industrial action was due to get underway at 7am today, 26 May. However, it is understood both sides have re-entered talks.
Planned strike action by Tesco workers across 70 stores in Ireland has been called off. Industrial action was due to get underway at 7am today, 26 May. However, it is understood both sides have re-entered talks.
Irish News on Tue, May 26 2015, 4,018 days ago
Call For Govt To Take Action Over Homeless Crisis
Over 70 families have been referred to homelessness services in April, according to figures from Focus Ireland.
Over 70 families have been referred to homelessness services in April, according to figures from Focus Ireland.
Two Arrested In Connection With Fatal Shooting Of Benjamin Whitehouse
Two people have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Benjamin (Benny) Whitehouse on 25 September last year. A man, 34, and a woman, 28, were arrested in Dublin on Sunday night.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Benjamin (Benny) Whitehouse on 25 September last year. A man, 34, and a woman, 28, were arrested in Dublin on Sunday night.
Average Parents Posts 200 Photos Of Their Children Online Every Year
The average parent posts over 200 photos of their children online every year, according to a new study by Nominet. On average, 973 photos are posted online by a child's fifth birthday, equating to an average of 195 photos shared by parents every year.
The average parent posts over 200 photos of their children online every year, according to a new study by Nominet. On average, 973 photos are posted online by a child's fifth birthday, equating to an average of 195 photos shared by parents every year.
HSE And LRC Expected To Agree Payment Plan To Social Care Workers
The HSE has returned to the Labour Relations Commission (LRC) to agree a pay dispute over money owed to social care workers in Galway and Roscommon. Galway West TD Derek Nolan said 400 social care workers from Brothers of Charity Services and Ability West are due €7.
The HSE has returned to the Labour Relations Commission (LRC) to agree a pay dispute over money owed to social care workers in Galway and Roscommon. Galway West TD Derek Nolan said 400 social care workers from Brothers of Charity Services and Ability West are due €7.
Broadcaster Bill O'Herlihy Dies
Fianna Fáil has paid tribute to "iconic broadcaster" Bill O'Herlihy following his death. Leader Micheál Martin expressed his condolences to Bill's wife, his daughters, colleagues and friends. Mr Martin said: "Bill was part of all our lives for so long.
Fianna Fáil has paid tribute to "iconic broadcaster" Bill O'Herlihy following his death. Leader Micheál Martin expressed his condolences to Bill's wife, his daughters, colleagues and friends. Mr Martin said: "Bill was part of all our lives for so long.
Irish Energy Firm Signs Deal With Brown Bag Films
Irish energy firm, Energia, has signed a deal to provide 100% 'green' energy to power Brown Bag Films' Irish studios in Smithfield Market. Energia's operational windfarm portfolio currently supplies 795MWs of green power.
Irish energy firm, Energia, has signed a deal to provide 100% 'green' energy to power Brown Bag Films' Irish studios in Smithfield Market. Energia's operational windfarm portfolio currently supplies 795MWs of green power.
Marriage Referendum Results Welcomed
Sinn Féin said the result of the marriage referendum represents the lifting of discrimination against the gay community in the rest of the island of Ireland. Daithí McKay MLA is also calling for the same rights to be extended to Northern Ireland.
Sinn Féin said the result of the marriage referendum represents the lifting of discrimination against the gay community in the rest of the island of Ireland. Daithí McKay MLA is also calling for the same rights to be extended to Northern Ireland.
Irish News on Thu, May 26 2011, 5,479 days ago
Murder Investigation Underway In Clondalkin
Gardai in Ronanstown have launched a murder investigation following a shooting incident in Clondalkin, Dublin. A 20-year-old male was shot as he sat in a car on Moorfield Avenue around 9pm yesterday. He was taken to Tallaght Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Gardai in Ronanstown have launched a murder investigation following a shooting incident in Clondalkin, Dublin. A 20-year-old male was shot as he sat in a car on Moorfield Avenue around 9pm yesterday. He was taken to Tallaght Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
GAA 'Build A Sense Of Community', Says Burton
The GAA’s second National Inclusion Forum was addressed by the Minister for Social Protection this week. The Forum showcases how far the GAA and the family of Gaelic games have come in terms of being inclusive.
The GAA’s second National Inclusion Forum was addressed by the Minister for Social Protection this week. The Forum showcases how far the GAA and the family of Gaelic games have come in terms of being inclusive.
Clare Festival Cancelled
The Cold Pro Festival, due to take place in Clare over the Irish June Bank Holiday weekend has been cancelled. The event at Miltown Malbay, whose headline artists included Peter Hook, Jamie XX and Imelda May was cancelled because of "factors outside of the organisers' control", a statement said.
The Cold Pro Festival, due to take place in Clare over the Irish June Bank Holiday weekend has been cancelled. The event at Miltown Malbay, whose headline artists included Peter Hook, Jamie XX and Imelda May was cancelled because of "factors outside of the organisers' control", a statement said.
Bruton's Report Calls For 'Radical Overhaul'
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has published a report of the Independent Review of Employment Regulation Orders (EROs) and Registered Employment Agreement Wage Setting Mechanisms.
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has published a report of the Independent Review of Employment Regulation Orders (EROs) and Registered Employment Agreement Wage Setting Mechanisms.
Killer Keeps Stormont 'Special Adviser' Post
There's growing controversy today as the Chair of the Stormont Culture, Arts and Leisure (DCAL) Committee, has joined in condemnation of the Department's Sinn Fein Minister over a killer's appointment as a special adviser.
There's growing controversy today as the Chair of the Stormont Culture, Arts and Leisure (DCAL) Committee, has joined in condemnation of the Department's Sinn Fein Minister over a killer's appointment as a special adviser.
Security Clouds North's Police 'Service' Levels
The North's police sees the increasing security threat as a major barrier to delivering good service to communities, a report has said.
The North's police sees the increasing security threat as a major barrier to delivering good service to communities, a report has said.
Senator Paddy Burke Elected Cathaoirleach To 24th Seanad
Senator Paddy Burke has been elected unopposed to the position of Cathaoirleach of the 24th Seanad. He assumes the position from outgoing Senator, Pat Moylan.
Senator Paddy Burke has been elected unopposed to the position of Cathaoirleach of the 24th Seanad. He assumes the position from outgoing Senator, Pat Moylan.
Sligo Builders Finish Twin Projects
Two new western building projects have come to fruition with news that the Irish Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Phil Hogan has officially opened both a new fire station as well as a new branch library in Ballymote, Co Sligo.
Two new western building projects have come to fruition with news that the Irish Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Phil Hogan has officially opened both a new fire station as well as a new branch library in Ballymote, Co Sligo.
Irish News on Wed, May 26 2010, 5,844 days ago
'Drug Lord' Held In Gangster's Playground
A convicted Irish drug dealer has been arrested in a paradisiacal Spanish resort as part of a far-reaching investigation. Christy Kinahan, a 53-year-old father of three from Dublin was arrested during synchronized raids in Spain, Ireland, the UK, Brazil and Belgium beginning at 4.30am yesterday.
A convicted Irish drug dealer has been arrested in a paradisiacal Spanish resort as part of a far-reaching investigation. Christy Kinahan, a 53-year-old father of three from Dublin was arrested during synchronized raids in Spain, Ireland, the UK, Brazil and Belgium beginning at 4.30am yesterday.
Senator Kieran Phelan Dies
Fianna Fáil Senator Kieran Phelan has died today, aged 60. The Seanad has today been suspended following the Senator's death while Taoiseach Brian Cowen paid tribute to Mr Phelan who was first elected to the Seanad for the Laois-Offaly constituency in 2002.
Fianna Fáil Senator Kieran Phelan has died today, aged 60. The Seanad has today been suspended following the Senator's death while Taoiseach Brian Cowen paid tribute to Mr Phelan who was first elected to the Seanad for the Laois-Offaly constituency in 2002.
Girl Arrested As McAnaspie Case Continues
A juvenile has become the most recent arrest as part of the investigation into the murder of Daniel McAnaspie. The girl was arrested yesterday afternoon and is being detained in Blanchardstown Garda station under Sec 30 of the Offences Against the State Act.
A juvenile has become the most recent arrest as part of the investigation into the murder of Daniel McAnaspie. The girl was arrested yesterday afternoon and is being detained in Blanchardstown Garda station under Sec 30 of the Offences Against the State Act.
Prison Move Hunger Strike Abandoned
Lobbying on behalf of a dissident republican who has just come off a 42-day hunger strike may be about to pay off. Liam Hannaway, who is from a well-known west Belfast republican family, is also a relative of Sinn Fein's Gerry Adams.
Lobbying on behalf of a dissident republican who has just come off a 42-day hunger strike may be about to pay off. Liam Hannaway, who is from a well-known west Belfast republican family, is also a relative of Sinn Fein's Gerry Adams.
Irish News on Tue, May 26 2009, 6,209 days ago
Second Irish Swine Flu Case Confirmed
A second case of swine flu has been confirmed in Ireland. The Irish Department of Health said the patient is a woman living in the east of the country who recently travelled from New York. A spokeswoman said: "She remains at home where she is receiving appropriate treatment and is clinically well.
A second case of swine flu has been confirmed in Ireland. The Irish Department of Health said the patient is a woman living in the east of the country who recently travelled from New York. A spokeswoman said: "She remains at home where she is receiving appropriate treatment and is clinically well.
Man Arrested In Connection With Body In River
A man has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Yvonne O'Shea last November. Gardaí said they arrested the 41-year-old man this morning at Ballymauns, Vicarstown, Co Laois. He was arrested at 7.
A man has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Yvonne O'Shea last November. Gardaí said they arrested the 41-year-old man this morning at Ballymauns, Vicarstown, Co Laois. He was arrested at 7.
No More Income Tax Hikes, Claims Lenihan
The Finance Minister Brian Lenihan has said there will be no further income tax increases this year. The vow comes only a month after the Government doubled the income levies in the emergency budget.
The Finance Minister Brian Lenihan has said there will be no further income tax increases this year. The vow comes only a month after the Government doubled the income levies in the emergency budget.
Religious Group Refuse to Revisit Deal Despite Report
Despite calls from several Catholic Bishops, the Conference of the Religious in Ireland (CORI) has refused to revisit the compensation deal agreed in 2002.
Despite calls from several Catholic Bishops, the Conference of the Religious in Ireland (CORI) has refused to revisit the compensation deal agreed in 2002.
Bertie's Anti Church Claims 'Appalling', Says Labour
A Labour TD has today called Bertie Ahern's comments regarding the Ryan report on church abuse "despicable". The Labour spokesman on family affairs, Michael Higgins was speaking after the former Taoiseach suggested politicians were "jumping on the bandwagon" over the affair.
A Labour TD has today called Bertie Ahern's comments regarding the Ryan report on church abuse "despicable". The Labour spokesman on family affairs, Michael Higgins was speaking after the former Taoiseach suggested politicians were "jumping on the bandwagon" over the affair.
Arrests After Dublin Armed Robbery
Three men have been arrested and a firearm has been recovered after an armed raid on a pharmacy on South Circular Road in Dublin. The incident took place at about 2pm on Monday. During the incident, three men, one armed with what appeared to be a handgun entered the pharmacy.
Three men have been arrested and a firearm has been recovered after an armed raid on a pharmacy on South Circular Road in Dublin. The incident took place at about 2pm on Monday. During the incident, three men, one armed with what appeared to be a handgun entered the pharmacy.
Health Insurer Reports Mammoth Deficit
Ireland's state owned health insurer VHI has reported a deficit of €65m for the ten month period ending December 2008. The level of deficit is a complete reversal of the €63m of surplus the company was running at in the previous year.
Ireland's state owned health insurer VHI has reported a deficit of €65m for the ten month period ending December 2008. The level of deficit is a complete reversal of the €63m of surplus the company was running at in the previous year.
Dunlop Sentenced In Corruption Case
A former government press secretary and lobbyist Frank Dunlop has been sentenced to 18 months in prison on Tuesday after pleading guilty to bribing politicians in the 1990s. He was handed down the term on corruption charges at the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.
A former government press secretary and lobbyist Frank Dunlop has been sentenced to 18 months in prison on Tuesday after pleading guilty to bribing politicians in the 1990s. He was handed down the term on corruption charges at the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.
Galway Scientists Discover Coral Reefs
Researchers from the National University of Ireland (NUI) in Galway have discovered a major new area of deepwater coral reefs off the west coast. The area extends to 200sqkm of the seabed on the southern end of the Porcupine Bank.
Researchers from the National University of Ireland (NUI) in Galway have discovered a major new area of deepwater coral reefs off the west coast. The area extends to 200sqkm of the seabed on the southern end of the Porcupine Bank.
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