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Irish News on Fri, Apr 19 2024, 730 days ago
Belfast Castle To Mark 90th Anniversary Of Gift To The City
The summer will mark 90 years since Belfast Castle was gifted to the citizens of the city, an anniversary that will be marked with a series of events and activities, as well as the reopening of the Castle's Cellar Restaurant.
The summer will mark 90 years since Belfast Castle was gifted to the citizens of the city, an anniversary that will be marked with a series of events and activities, as well as the reopening of the Castle's Cellar Restaurant.
53-Year-Old Man Jailed For 21 Offences Against A Child
A 53-yea-old L'Derry man has been sentenced to a total of 13 years for 21 offences including rape, indecent assault of female child and cruelty to children.
A 53-yea-old L'Derry man has been sentenced to a total of 13 years for 21 offences including rape, indecent assault of female child and cruelty to children.
Executive Urged To Take Action For Victims And Survivors
Victims and survivors of the Troubles are at risk of being left behind without urgent action from the Executive Office. The Alliance Party has raised the issue following what it described as a "constructive meeting" with the Victims and Survivors Service.
Victims and survivors of the Troubles are at risk of being left behind without urgent action from the Executive Office. The Alliance Party has raised the issue following what it described as a "constructive meeting" with the Victims and Survivors Service.
TechFoundHer Brings AI Roadshow To Belfast
A women in tech organisation set up by Northern Ireland entrepreneur Mairin Murray is set to bring their hugely popular AI Roadshow to Belfast. The roadshow follows on from the success of the recent TechFoundHer Bootcamp in Dublin, a one day innovation summit for female founders.
A women in tech organisation set up by Northern Ireland entrepreneur Mairin Murray is set to bring their hugely popular AI Roadshow to Belfast. The roadshow follows on from the success of the recent TechFoundHer Bootcamp in Dublin, a one day innovation summit for female founders.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 19 2018, 2,922 days ago
Health Minister Agrees To Investigate Assaults On Health Service Staff
The Minister for Health has agreed to investigate the issue of assaults on health service staff, after Sinn Féin health spokesperson Deputy Louise O’Reilly TD raised the issue on Thursday, April 19.
The Minister for Health has agreed to investigate the issue of assaults on health service staff, after Sinn Féin health spokesperson Deputy Louise O’Reilly TD raised the issue on Thursday, April 19.
Food Poverty Is Still A Major Problem - O'Dea
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Employment Affairs and Social Protection Willie O'Dea has called for the government to take more action to help the "major" food poverty problem.
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Employment Affairs and Social Protection Willie O'Dea has called for the government to take more action to help the "major" food poverty problem.
Temperatures To Reach 19 Degrees This Weekend
Temperatures are expected to reach 19 degrees in places this Saturday, 22 April, with good sunny spells expected across most of the weekend. According to Met Éireann, Friday will also see highs of 18 degrees in places towards the east of the country.
Temperatures are expected to reach 19 degrees in places this Saturday, 22 April, with good sunny spells expected across most of the weekend. According to Met Éireann, Friday will also see highs of 18 degrees in places towards the east of the country.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 19 2017, 3,287 days ago
Gardaí Renew Appeal For Help To Identify Body Found On Bray Beach
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in identifying the body of a man found on Bray Beach last month. It is understood that the man's body was discovered by a passerby on the morning of Monday, 27 March, 2017. The man remains unidentified.
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in identifying the body of a man found on Bray Beach last month. It is understood that the man's body was discovered by a passerby on the morning of Monday, 27 March, 2017. The man remains unidentified.
Renewed Appeal On Fifth Anniversary Of Murder Of James Cahillane
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information on the fifth anniversary of the murder of James Cahillane. Mr Cahillane was found dead following a fire at his home at Ardraw, Beaufort, Killarney in Co Kenny on 19 April, 2012.
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information on the fifth anniversary of the murder of James Cahillane. Mr Cahillane was found dead following a fire at his home at Ardraw, Beaufort, Killarney in Co Kenny on 19 April, 2012.
Over 10% Rise Is Residential Property Prices
The latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have revealed a 10.7% increase in residential property prices across Ireland. The figures show that in Dublin residential property prices increased by 8.3% in the year to February, Dublin house prices rose 8.1% and apartments increased 9.
The latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have revealed a 10.7% increase in residential property prices across Ireland. The figures show that in Dublin residential property prices increased by 8.3% in the year to February, Dublin house prices rose 8.1% and apartments increased 9.
Decision On Maternity Hospital Ownership 'Deeply Insulting And Hurtful'
The Department of Health has been criticised following its announcement that the new National Maternity Hospital is to be owned by the Sisters of Charity. Sinn Féin described the decision as "deeply insulting and hurtful to the survivors of institutional abuse".
The Department of Health has been criticised following its announcement that the new National Maternity Hospital is to be owned by the Sisters of Charity. Sinn Féin described the decision as "deeply insulting and hurtful to the survivors of institutional abuse".
Irish News on Tue, Apr 19 2016, 3,652 days ago
Weekend Luas Strike Cancelled
A 48-hour work stoppage planned by Luas drivers this weekend has been "unconditionally cancelled" to facilitate talks aimed at finding a solution to the ongoing pay dispute.
A 48-hour work stoppage planned by Luas drivers this weekend has been "unconditionally cancelled" to facilitate talks aimed at finding a solution to the ongoing pay dispute.
Man Arrested In Connection With Murder Of Noel Duggan
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Moel Duggan in Co Meath on 23 March. Gardaí investigating Mr Duggan's murder made the arrest on Monday afternoon. Mr Duggan, 57, was shot a number of times as he sat in a car on the Old Mill housing estate, Ratoath, Co Meath, last month.
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Moel Duggan in Co Meath on 23 March. Gardaí investigating Mr Duggan's murder made the arrest on Monday afternoon. Mr Duggan, 57, was shot a number of times as he sat in a car on the Old Mill housing estate, Ratoath, Co Meath, last month.
Workers Praised For Success With Tesco Management
SIPTU the union has praised the organisation of it's members at Tesco for succeeding in "forcing management to begin improving its offer to staff whose contracts are to be changed".
SIPTU the union has praised the organisation of it's members at Tesco for succeeding in "forcing management to begin improving its offer to staff whose contracts are to be changed".
Minister Ring Congratulates Boxers And Gymnasts On Olympic Qualification
Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Michael Ring, has congratulated two Irish boxers and gymnasts on qualifying for the Rio Olympic Games. Minister Ring congratulated Brendan Irvine and David Oliver Joyce on their qualification in Turkey.
Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Michael Ring, has congratulated two Irish boxers and gymnasts on qualifying for the Rio Olympic Games. Minister Ring congratulated Brendan Irvine and David Oliver Joyce on their qualification in Turkey.
Diverting Mental Health Money Described As 'Deplorable'
News that almost a third of the money ring-fenced for mental health was being diverted to other areas in health has been described as "deplorable" by Sinn Féin's Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin.
News that almost a third of the money ring-fenced for mental health was being diverted to other areas in health has been described as "deplorable" by Sinn Féin's Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin.
Fianna Fáil Secure Dáil Debate On Insurance Costs
Fianna Fáil has secured a Dáil debate discussing the issue of insurance costs on Wednesday, 20 April.
Fianna Fáil has secured a Dáil debate discussing the issue of insurance costs on Wednesday, 20 April.
Minister Flanagan Meets With British And US Ambassadors
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has hosted a meeting with the British and American Ambassador to discuss current strategic issues faced by the three countries.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has hosted a meeting with the British and American Ambassador to discuss current strategic issues faced by the three countries.
Other News Brief
Water Disruption In Navan During Essential Works Some residents in Navan have been warned to expect disruptions to their water supply throughout Wednesday.
Water Disruption In Navan During Essential Works Some residents in Navan have been warned to expect disruptions to their water supply throughout Wednesday.
Irish News on Fri, Apr 19 2013, 4,748 days ago
Medical Misadventure Verdict Returned At Savita Halappanavar Inquest
The jury at the inquest into the death of Savita Halappanavar has returned a unanimous verdict of death by medical misadventure, after two hours and 40 minutes of deliberations. They also endorsed the nine recommendations made by coroner Dr Ciaran MacLoughlin.
The jury at the inquest into the death of Savita Halappanavar has returned a unanimous verdict of death by medical misadventure, after two hours and 40 minutes of deliberations. They also endorsed the nine recommendations made by coroner Dr Ciaran MacLoughlin.
McKevitt Loses Real IRA Conviction
Michael McKevitt, the first person in the history of the State to be jailed for directing terrorist activities, has lost his appeal against his conviction.
Michael McKevitt, the first person in the history of the State to be jailed for directing terrorist activities, has lost his appeal against his conviction.
Dail Spending Watchdog To Investigation €290,000 Chairman Office Refurb
A €290,000 refurbishment of the office of the Daíl’s spending watching, it to be investigated by his own department.
A €290,000 refurbishment of the office of the Daíl’s spending watching, it to be investigated by his own department.
Bank Manager Jailed For 19 Year Fraud
A bank manager convicted of stealing almost €450,000 for his customers, has been jailed for four years at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court. 54-year-old Kevin Jarlath Mitchell had been working as a branch manager in ACC Bank in Kilrush, Co Clare, when the 19-year-long fraud was uncovered.
A bank manager convicted of stealing almost €450,000 for his customers, has been jailed for four years at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court. 54-year-old Kevin Jarlath Mitchell had been working as a branch manager in ACC Bank in Kilrush, Co Clare, when the 19-year-long fraud was uncovered.
Some 400,000 Households Still To Pay Charge
The Revenue Commissioners are preparing to try and identify some 400,000 households who have still not paid the household charge. Local authorities will hand over a database to the Revenue Commissioners that will help identify the non-payers. The latest figures show that out of an estimated 1.
The Revenue Commissioners are preparing to try and identify some 400,000 households who have still not paid the household charge. Local authorities will hand over a database to the Revenue Commissioners that will help identify the non-payers. The latest figures show that out of an estimated 1.
Wharrie Loses Drug Conviction Appeal
An Englishman has lost his appeal against a conviction for his involvement in the biggest drugs haul in the history of the State.
An Englishman has lost his appeal against a conviction for his involvement in the biggest drugs haul in the history of the State.
200 Cannabis Plants Found In Co Kerry
Cannabis plants, with an estimated street value of €160,000, were discovered by gardai in Rathmore, Co Kerry, last night. Officers from the Kanturk Drug Unit carried out a planned search of a house near the town, uncovering some 200 plants at various stages of growth.
Cannabis plants, with an estimated street value of €160,000, were discovered by gardai in Rathmore, Co Kerry, last night. Officers from the Kanturk Drug Unit carried out a planned search of a house near the town, uncovering some 200 plants at various stages of growth.
Man Arrested And Released In Garda Station Money Theft Investigation
A man arrested on Thursday morning in connection with €9,000 missing from Balbriggan Garda Station has been released without charge. The money was part of €26,000 recovered by gardaí after it was stolen during an armed robbery at Lusk post office in January.
A man arrested on Thursday morning in connection with €9,000 missing from Balbriggan Garda Station has been released without charge. The money was part of €26,000 recovered by gardaí after it was stolen during an armed robbery at Lusk post office in January.
Former Fianna Fáil TD Faces Charges Over False Invoices
A former Fianna Fáil TD and junior minister has appeared in court charged with submitting false invoices for mobile phones in Leinster House.
A former Fianna Fáil TD and junior minister has appeared in court charged with submitting false invoices for mobile phones in Leinster House.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 19 2012, 5,113 days ago
EU Referendum Result In The Hands Of The Undecided
A poll by the Irish Times and Ipsos MRBI has shown that the outcome of the European stability treaty referendum on May 31st is in the hands of undecided voters.
A poll by the Irish Times and Ipsos MRBI has shown that the outcome of the European stability treaty referendum on May 31st is in the hands of undecided voters.
Report Says Clamping Fine Should Rise 60%
Dublin City Council have issued a new report saying that motorists in the city should face a 60% increase in clamping charges. The parking appeals officer says the €80 charge has not been increased since it was introduced in 1998.
Dublin City Council have issued a new report saying that motorists in the city should face a 60% increase in clamping charges. The parking appeals officer says the €80 charge has not been increased since it was introduced in 1998.
DPD Create 50 New Jobs In Westmeath Expansion
50 new jobs will be created over the next 18 months following news that courier service DPD Ireland is to expand its facility in Co Westmeath. Since its formation in 1986 the firm has grown from 10 depots to 38; now employing over 600 people.
50 new jobs will be created over the next 18 months following news that courier service DPD Ireland is to expand its facility in Co Westmeath. Since its formation in 1986 the firm has grown from 10 depots to 38; now employing over 600 people.
Man Denies Charges Of Shaking Baby To Death
A 34-year-old man has gone on trial accused of murdering his former girlfriends three-and-a-half-month-old baby in 2005.
A 34-year-old man has gone on trial accused of murdering his former girlfriends three-and-a-half-month-old baby in 2005.
Priest Accused Of Sexual Abuse Returns To Ireland
The priest who fled the US on the eve of his sexual abuse trial has claimed he returned to Ireland for health reasons. A civil jury found Fr Michael Kelly guilty of molesting a student in the 1980’s.
The priest who fled the US on the eve of his sexual abuse trial has claimed he returned to Ireland for health reasons. A civil jury found Fr Michael Kelly guilty of molesting a student in the 1980’s.
BoI Announce New Mortgage Options
Bank of Ireland have announced that, in line with Central Bank of Ireland guidelines, it has launched a range of new product features that will allow much greater numbers of customers in negative equity to move home.
Bank of Ireland have announced that, in line with Central Bank of Ireland guidelines, it has launched a range of new product features that will allow much greater numbers of customers in negative equity to move home.
Brothers Sentenced To 11 Years After Failing To Buy Alibi's
Wayne and John Dundon have been sentenced to 11and a half years in jailed after failing to buy themselves alibi's.
Wayne and John Dundon have been sentenced to 11and a half years in jailed after failing to buy themselves alibi's.
Ministerial Aircraft Put Up For Sale
A 32-year old Beechcraft Super King Air 200 aeroplane, once used to transport government ministers, has been put up for sale, with no guarantee it will fly. The Department of Defence is selling the turbo-prop aircraft, which has been grounded for the past three years.
A 32-year old Beechcraft Super King Air 200 aeroplane, once used to transport government ministers, has been put up for sale, with no guarantee it will fly. The Department of Defence is selling the turbo-prop aircraft, which has been grounded for the past three years.
Dracula Revealed To Be Irish Not Transylvanian
Research on Bram Stoker's family tree has shed new light on how he created the gothic horrors of Dracula Count Dracula, the Transylvanian nobleman and daddy of all vampires, was originally Irish rather than Transylvanian, according to new research by the family historian who previously traced Bar
Research on Bram Stoker's family tree has shed new light on how he created the gothic horrors of Dracula Count Dracula, the Transylvanian nobleman and daddy of all vampires, was originally Irish rather than Transylvanian, according to new research by the family historian who previously traced Bar
Irish News on Tue, Apr 19 2011, 5,479 days ago
Cabinet To Examine Banking Report
The Cabinet are due to consider the findings of a report on the causes of the banking crisis today. The report will highlight "herd mentality" and bankers who failed to address poor banking practices. However, individual politicians will not be blamed in the report.
The Cabinet are due to consider the findings of a report on the causes of the banking crisis today. The report will highlight "herd mentality" and bankers who failed to address poor banking practices. However, individual politicians will not be blamed in the report.
Belfast Bomb Alert 'Viable Trap'
The North's police have said that a device, found at Annadale Embankment in south Belfast on Tuesday, was a bomb and was "viable". The news came after part of Annadale Avenue was closed off early today when the suspect object was discovered.
The North's police have said that a device, found at Annadale Embankment in south Belfast on Tuesday, was a bomb and was "viable". The news came after part of Annadale Avenue was closed off early today when the suspect object was discovered.
Over €7m Investment For Counselling Services
The Minister for Children has approved funding of over €7 million to 28 major organisations which provide a wide range of marriage, child and bereavement counselling services and supports nationwide. Announcing the funding Frances Fitzgerald T.D.
The Minister for Children has approved funding of over €7 million to 28 major organisations which provide a wide range of marriage, child and bereavement counselling services and supports nationwide. Announcing the funding Frances Fitzgerald T.D.
'Heed Warnings, Stop Carnage', Garda
With the Easter and May Bank Holidays approaching, an Garda Siochána is strongly appealing to all road users to heed the warnings on road safety over the extended holiday period. Already in 2011, 61 people have died on our roads, an increase of 6 compared to the same period last year.
With the Easter and May Bank Holidays approaching, an Garda Siochána is strongly appealing to all road users to heed the warnings on road safety over the extended holiday period. Already in 2011, 61 people have died on our roads, an increase of 6 compared to the same period last year.
Sinn Fein Unveil Northern Manifesto
Sinn Fein has this week announced its election manifesto for the Stormont Assembly elections next month.
Sinn Fein has this week announced its election manifesto for the Stormont Assembly elections next month.
Ireland To Increase Indian Student Levels
A new 'trusted agents' programme has been launched to promote Irish higher-level education in India. This programme is aimed at increasing Ireland's share of the more than 100,000 Indian students who travel overseas for education each year.
A new 'trusted agents' programme has been launched to promote Irish higher-level education in India. This programme is aimed at increasing Ireland's share of the more than 100,000 Indian students who travel overseas for education each year.
Tenant Rights' Law Review Launched
The Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence has announced his intention to bring forward proposals to reform and streamline landlord and tenant law and has invited submissions from interested parties on the contents of a draft Landlord and Tenant Law Reform Bill.
The Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence has announced his intention to bring forward proposals to reform and streamline landlord and tenant law and has invited submissions from interested parties on the contents of a draft Landlord and Tenant Law Reform Bill.
Irish On Screen At Tribeca
A host of Irish producers, directors, acting talent and crew will descend on New York this week as a record number of Irish films screen in Robert De Niro's renowned Tribeca Film Festival.
A host of Irish producers, directors, acting talent and crew will descend on New York this week as a record number of Irish films screen in Robert De Niro's renowned Tribeca Film Festival.
WOMAD To Celebrate City Of Culture
Revellers from Co Donegal will be able to benefit from a major music event that is on the way to the North West with news that the WOMAD international music festival is to be held in Derry.
Revellers from Co Donegal will be able to benefit from a major music event that is on the way to the North West with news that the WOMAD international music festival is to be held in Derry.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 19 2010, 5,844 days ago
Ash Health Impact Assessed
The rogue volcano in Iceland that has grounded tens of thousands of air flights is now being monitored for health purposes.
The rogue volcano in Iceland that has grounded tens of thousands of air flights is now being monitored for health purposes.
Passengers And Airfreight Still Grounded
The Irish Exporters' Association has said that €95m worth of exports are being held up every day by the continuing air restrictions. The news comes as forecasters said a cloud of volcanic ash across Europe shows some signs of moving towards the northeast.
The Irish Exporters' Association has said that €95m worth of exports are being held up every day by the continuing air restrictions. The news comes as forecasters said a cloud of volcanic ash across Europe shows some signs of moving towards the northeast.
North's Airspace Remains Closed
Flights from the North's airports are again 'up in the air' today as travellers are being advised not to turn up at airports at all as UK airspace remains closed due to the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud.
Flights from the North's airports are again 'up in the air' today as travellers are being advised not to turn up at airports at all as UK airspace remains closed due to the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud.
Adams Slams Unionists Over Rights
As Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams handed in his nomination papers for the forthcoming Westminster election today he has said that Northern unionist opposition to a Bill of Rights is a symptom of a political leadership which is "out of touch with many within their own community".
As Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams handed in his nomination papers for the forthcoming Westminster election today he has said that Northern unionist opposition to a Bill of Rights is a symptom of a political leadership which is "out of touch with many within their own community".
Reward As Missing Finglass Man Sought
The charity, Crimestoppers is appealing for information on the present whereabouts of 17-year-old Daniel McAnaspie, who was last seen on 26 February. A reward is being offered after Daniel, who is from Finglas, disappeared from the Whitestown area of Blanchardstown between 3.
The charity, Crimestoppers is appealing for information on the present whereabouts of 17-year-old Daniel McAnaspie, who was last seen on 26 February. A reward is being offered after Daniel, who is from Finglas, disappeared from the Whitestown area of Blanchardstown between 3.
Ford Holds Cross-Border Summit
Both the security situation and cross-border co-operation on dealing with sex offenders was on the agenda as the newly elected Stormont Justice Minister David Ford held his first formal meeting with Irish Justice Minister Dermot Ahern.
Both the security situation and cross-border co-operation on dealing with sex offenders was on the agenda as the newly elected Stormont Justice Minister David Ford held his first formal meeting with Irish Justice Minister Dermot Ahern.
Live Streaming Success For TV3
Internet users can now see their favourite Irish TV programmes live. Dublin-based tv3 is allowing viewers to watch many of the most popular sports, news and current affairs programmes live, online at tv3.ie. Since setting up Live Streaming in March, tv3.
Internet users can now see their favourite Irish TV programmes live. Dublin-based tv3 is allowing viewers to watch many of the most popular sports, news and current affairs programmes live, online at tv3.ie. Since setting up Live Streaming in March, tv3.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.