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Irish News on Fri, Nov 2 2018, 2,922 days ago
Time For Govt To Act On Gender Pay Gap
Marking EU Equal Pay Day 2018, Labour has said that it is time for the Government to act on the Gender Pay Gap in Ireland.
Marking EU Equal Pay Day 2018, Labour has said that it is time for the Government to act on the Gender Pay Gap in Ireland.
Estate Agent Finders Fee 'Sign Of Increasing Desperation' - SF
The offer of a €500 estate agent finder's fee if homes are found for homeless families has been described as a "sign of increasing desperation".
The offer of a €500 estate agent finder's fee if homes are found for homeless families has been described as a "sign of increasing desperation".
Irish News on Thu, Nov 2 2017, 3,287 days ago
Govt Publishes Measures To Tackle White Collar Crime
The Government has unveiled a range of measures to tackle white collar crime in Ireland.
The Government has unveiled a range of measures to tackle white collar crime in Ireland.
Two Dead Following Car Crash In Wexford
Two people have died following a car crash in Co Wexford. The victims, a male and female both in their 40s, were killed when the car they were travelling in collided with a 4x4 vehicle on the N25 near Barnstown at approximately 1.25pm on Wednesday, 01 November.
Two people have died following a car crash in Co Wexford. The victims, a male and female both in their 40s, were killed when the car they were travelling in collided with a 4x4 vehicle on the N25 near Barnstown at approximately 1.25pm on Wednesday, 01 November.
Man Found With Serious Head Injuries In Navan
Gardai are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of an injured man in Navan. The 25-year-old male was found with a serious head injury at 2.22am on Metges Lane on Wednesday, 01 November.
Gardai are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of an injured man in Navan. The 25-year-old male was found with a serious head injury at 2.22am on Metges Lane on Wednesday, 01 November.
Cowen Calls For New NCT Style Test For Private Rented Accommodation
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Housing, Planning and Local Government, Barry Cowen TD, has called on the Government to introduce a new NCT style test for private rented accommodation.
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Housing, Planning and Local Government, Barry Cowen TD, has called on the Government to introduce a new NCT style test for private rented accommodation.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 2 2016, 3,652 days ago
Man Arrested Over Fatal Stabbing In Longford
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing in Longford. The victim, believed to be in his early 30's, was discovered with chest wounds in the Great Water Street area at around 11.50am on Tuesday, 01 November.
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing in Longford. The victim, believed to be in his early 30's, was discovered with chest wounds in the Great Water Street area at around 11.50am on Tuesday, 01 November.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 2 2015, 4,018 days ago
Planned Searches Begin To Find Woman Missing Since 1985
Planned searches are being carried out to locate the body of a Connemara woman who went missing over 30 years ago. Barbara Walsh, 33, was reported missing on 29 June 1985. She was last seen at a party at her home in Rusheenamanagh in Carna one week earlier. She was married with a young family.
Planned searches are being carried out to locate the body of a Connemara woman who went missing over 30 years ago. Barbara Walsh, 33, was reported missing on 29 June 1985. She was last seen at a party at her home in Rusheenamanagh in Carna one week earlier. She was married with a young family.
Residents Evacuated After Viable Device Found In Dublin
Residents had to be evacuated from their homes in Dublin after a suspected viable device was found. The suspect device was discovered in Blanchardstown at around 8pm on Saturday. Army Bomb Disposal experts made the device safe at the scene.
Residents had to be evacuated from their homes in Dublin after a suspected viable device was found. The suspect device was discovered in Blanchardstown at around 8pm on Saturday. Army Bomb Disposal experts made the device safe at the scene.
Man Seriously Injured In Dublin Stabbing Attack
An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with a stabbing attack in Dublin on Sunday. The male victim, aged 25, sustained stab wounds in the Templeview Avenue area at around 1.10am. The attack happened in what Gardai described as a "public order incident".
An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with a stabbing attack in Dublin on Sunday. The male victim, aged 25, sustained stab wounds in the Templeview Avenue area at around 1.10am. The attack happened in what Gardai described as a "public order incident".
Appeal Issued To Trace Missing Cork Teen Ellie Condon
Gardai have issued an appeal to help trace missing Cork teenager Ellie Condon. Ellie, 16, was last seen in Fermoy at around 4pm on Friday. She is described as being 5ft 5inches in height, of average build with brown hair and blue eyes. She also has nose and lip piercings.
Gardai have issued an appeal to help trace missing Cork teenager Ellie Condon. Ellie, 16, was last seen in Fermoy at around 4pm on Friday. She is described as being 5ft 5inches in height, of average build with brown hair and blue eyes. She also has nose and lip piercings.
Man Killed Following Stabbing Attack In Dublin
A 21-year-old man has died after a stabbing attack in Dublin. The incident happened at the Oliver Bon flat complex shortly before 2.45am on Sunday. The victim received "serious stab wounds" during the attack. He was taken to St James' Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
A 21-year-old man has died after a stabbing attack in Dublin. The incident happened at the Oliver Bon flat complex shortly before 2.45am on Sunday. The victim received "serious stab wounds" during the attack. He was taken to St James' Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Pedestrian Killed In Tipperary Road Collision
A pedestrian has been killed in a road collision in Co Tipperary. The incident happened at Turtulla Cross at around 3pm on Saturday afternoon. The 47-year-old victim was treated at the scene, however he was pronounced dead at the South Tipperary General Hospital.
A pedestrian has been killed in a road collision in Co Tipperary. The incident happened at Turtulla Cross at around 3pm on Saturday afternoon. The 47-year-old victim was treated at the scene, however he was pronounced dead at the South Tipperary General Hospital.
Over 5,000 Homes Without Electricity
Over 5,000 homes were left without electricity in Dublin, Galway, Kerry and Leitrim on Sunday. ESB Networks said it is working to restore the power following a cable fault at a substation in Dublin.
Over 5,000 homes were left without electricity in Dublin, Galway, Kerry and Leitrim on Sunday. ESB Networks said it is working to restore the power following a cable fault at a substation in Dublin.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 2 2012, 5,113 days ago
Work To Begin On Ballaghaderreen Bypass
Transport Minister Leo Varadkar will turn the sod on the Ballaghaderreen bypass on the Mayo-Roscommon border at 3pm today. Work will officially begin on the project on the N5 as soon as the sod turning ceremony is finished. The bypass is to cost approximately €60m.
Transport Minister Leo Varadkar will turn the sod on the Ballaghaderreen bypass on the Mayo-Roscommon border at 3pm today. Work will officially begin on the project on the N5 as soon as the sod turning ceremony is finished. The bypass is to cost approximately €60m.
Sean Quinn Jailed For 9 Weeks
Sean Quinn has been sentenced to nine weeks in jail for contempt of court. The sentencing sees the culmination of a high-profile legal battle between the Quinns and bailed-out bank Anglo Irish over claims of asset-stripping by the former billionaire.
Sean Quinn has been sentenced to nine weeks in jail for contempt of court. The sentencing sees the culmination of a high-profile legal battle between the Quinns and bailed-out bank Anglo Irish over claims of asset-stripping by the former billionaire.
Man Charged With Manslaughter Of 12-Year-Old
A man has been charged in connection with the death of a 12-year-old boy in Tallaght, 11 years ago. 52-year-old Dermot Griffin has been remanded in custody and is due to appear in court next Wednesday, 7 November.
A man has been charged in connection with the death of a 12-year-old boy in Tallaght, 11 years ago. 52-year-old Dermot Griffin has been remanded in custody and is due to appear in court next Wednesday, 7 November.
Garda Ombudsman Begins Investigation Following Man's Death
The Garda Ombudsman Commission is investigating the death of a man in Drogheda. The man, who was anted by gardai, is believed to have taken his own life. Neighbours in the North Quay area said they heard several bangs between 5am and 7am this morning. A post mortem is due to be carried out today.
The Garda Ombudsman Commission is investigating the death of a man in Drogheda. The man, who was anted by gardai, is believed to have taken his own life. Neighbours in the North Quay area said they heard several bangs between 5am and 7am this morning. A post mortem is due to be carried out today.
Post Mortem Due After Human Remains Find
A post mortem examination is being carried out today on the human remains found in Wales during the search for missing Irish woman Catherine Gowing. The vet from Clonlee disappeared on 12th October. A 46-year-old man has been charged with her murder.
A post mortem examination is being carried out today on the human remains found in Wales during the search for missing Irish woman Catherine Gowing. The vet from Clonlee disappeared on 12th October. A 46-year-old man has been charged with her murder.
Minister Stays Silent Over Student Grant Crisis
The silence from the Education Minister Ruairí Quinn over the ongoing crisis with student grant applications is unacceptable, according to Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Education Charlie McConalogue.
The silence from the Education Minister Ruairí Quinn over the ongoing crisis with student grant applications is unacceptable, according to Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Education Charlie McConalogue.
Man Arrested Following Fatal Stabbing
A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing in Dublin on Monday. Shane O'Connor was found on the street in Donaghmede at around 7am. He later died in hospital. A man is his 20s is being held at Coolock garda station.
A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing in Dublin on Monday. Shane O'Connor was found on the street in Donaghmede at around 7am. He later died in hospital. A man is his 20s is being held at Coolock garda station.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 2 2011, 5,479 days ago
Time Running Out For Murder Probe Gardaí
The police in Cork have only a few more days in which to question three men over the murder of a suspected drug dealer in Cork in August.
The police in Cork have only a few more days in which to question three men over the murder of a suspected drug dealer in Cork in August.
Oireachtas Queries Gardaí Vetting
A question mark hangs over existing arrangements for vetting those working with children and young people by Irish police officers.
A question mark hangs over existing arrangements for vetting those working with children and young people by Irish police officers.
Default On Bond Payments, Says Unions
The Dáil has again been urged to withhold a major international bond payment.
The Dáil has again been urged to withhold a major international bond payment.
Traveller Beaten To Death In Co Tyrone
There has been widespread condemnation after a 38-year-old man died from his injuries after he was dragged from a car and beaten in County Tyrone. The attack happened in the Castlehill area of Dungannon at around 1pm on Tuesday.
There has been widespread condemnation after a 38-year-old man died from his injuries after he was dragged from a car and beaten in County Tyrone. The attack happened in the Castlehill area of Dungannon at around 1pm on Tuesday.
Vehicle Clamping Faces Crack-down
The Irish Transport Minister Leo Varadkar has announced new plans to regulate the clamping industry. The Minister is proposing a Bill to regulate clamping, in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government.
The Irish Transport Minister Leo Varadkar has announced new plans to regulate the clamping industry. The Minister is proposing a Bill to regulate clamping, in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government.
All Ireland Police Team Tackle GB Opponents
The newly branded Ireland Police Rugby team will take on a British Police Select Team at Newforge in Belfast later today. The Ireland Police Rugby Team is a combination of members of An Garda Síochána and the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
The newly branded Ireland Police Rugby team will take on a British Police Select Team at Newforge in Belfast later today. The Ireland Police Rugby Team is a combination of members of An Garda Síochána and the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
Ireland's Role On International Stage In Focus
International developments really matter for Ireland with news that the Minister of State for Trade and Development, Jan O’Sullivan, has launched the Development Matters lecture series at the Institute of International & European Affairs.
International developments really matter for Ireland with news that the Minister of State for Trade and Development, Jan O’Sullivan, has launched the Development Matters lecture series at the Institute of International & European Affairs.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 2 2010, 5,844 days ago
Hunt For Second Fisherman Resumes
The search for the nephew of a fisherman found drowned in Co Donegal yesterday, has resumed this morning. Fisherman Robert McLaughlin 'Jackie' went missing yesterday while off the Malin Head coast.
The search for the nephew of a fisherman found drowned in Co Donegal yesterday, has resumed this morning. Fisherman Robert McLaughlin 'Jackie' went missing yesterday while off the Malin Head coast.
Councillor Held Over Harney Paint Protest
A councillor from the Éirígí party has been questioned by Gardaí after a bottle of red paint was thrown at the Minister for Health Mary Harney during an event in Dublin.
A councillor from the Éirígí party has been questioned by Gardaí after a bottle of red paint was thrown at the Minister for Health Mary Harney during an event in Dublin.
Jim McDaid Resigns From Dáil
It has emerged that Donegal North East TD, Jim McDaid, is to resign from his Dáil seat. It is understood that Dr McDaid will be submitted to the Ceann Comhairle this morning, and then laid in the Oireachtas library.
It has emerged that Donegal North East TD, Jim McDaid, is to resign from his Dáil seat. It is understood that Dr McDaid will be submitted to the Ceann Comhairle this morning, and then laid in the Oireachtas library.
Toyota to Supply Gardaí Fleet
Toyota Ireland today has confirmed it has won the tender to supply a fleet of cars to the Garda Síochána over the next two years. Toyota Ireland said it believed the Avensis’ quality, performance, durability and reliability were key factors in winning the contract.
Toyota Ireland today has confirmed it has won the tender to supply a fleet of cars to the Garda Síochána over the next two years. Toyota Ireland said it believed the Avensis’ quality, performance, durability and reliability were key factors in winning the contract.
North Belfast Alert Follows Overnight Blast
There's a bomb alert in progress this morning in north Belfast as a device has been found close to a community centre on the Limestone Road. The roadway beside it has been closed as the alert is ongoing, following the discovery and parts of York Road and North Queen Street have also been closed.
There's a bomb alert in progress this morning in north Belfast as a device has been found close to a community centre on the Limestone Road. The roadway beside it has been closed as the alert is ongoing, following the discovery and parts of York Road and North Queen Street have also been closed.
Funding To Support Cultural Tourism Technology
A major €1 million fund to boost cultural tourism technology projects has been announced.
A major €1 million fund to boost cultural tourism technology projects has been announced.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 2 2009, 6,209 days ago
Kidnap Priest Video Reveals 'Vital Clues'
A video of the captive priest Fr Sinnott has been released by his Philippine kidnappers, and is thought to contain "vital clues" to his exact location.
A video of the captive priest Fr Sinnott has been released by his Philippine kidnappers, and is thought to contain "vital clues" to his exact location.
'Liquid Ecstacy' Party Leaves Eight Hospitalized
Up to eight Halloween revelers are now recovering in hospital after taking 'liquid ecstacy' at a party in Dublin. Gardai in Blanchardstown are investigating the incident following a party, which took place at three different addresses in Annaly Court in Ongar, Dublin 15.
Up to eight Halloween revelers are now recovering in hospital after taking 'liquid ecstacy' at a party in Dublin. Gardai in Blanchardstown are investigating the incident following a party, which took place at three different addresses in Annaly Court in Ongar, Dublin 15.
Culloden Winning Cross Border Battle
Hotels across NI are getting an early Christmas present. Over the summer, hotels were already said to be 'weathering the economic downturn' better than their counterparts in the Irish Republic, and now, things are looking up again.
Hotels across NI are getting an early Christmas present. Over the summer, hotels were already said to be 'weathering the economic downturn' better than their counterparts in the Irish Republic, and now, things are looking up again.
National Swine Flu Vaccinations Begin
The Irish swine flu vaccination programme has began, as the Department of Health and Children describes the pandemic as a "national public health emergency".
The Irish swine flu vaccination programme has began, as the Department of Health and Children describes the pandemic as a "national public health emergency".
Robinson Challenged On 'No Pope' McCrea
A nationalist assemblyman has challenged the Stormont First Minister to respond to the controversial Anti-Pope sentient voiced by a fellow DUP member.
A nationalist assemblyman has challenged the Stormont First Minister to respond to the controversial Anti-Pope sentient voiced by a fellow DUP member.
Ryanair See Soaring Profits Fly
Budget airline Ryanair has revealed a rise in first-half profits by 80% for the year. Releasing the figures today, the company said its first half results were so strong it could reverse its long-standing strategy of rapid growth and instead distribute cash to shareholders.
Budget airline Ryanair has revealed a rise in first-half profits by 80% for the year. Releasing the figures today, the company said its first half results were so strong it could reverse its long-standing strategy of rapid growth and instead distribute cash to shareholders.
Survey Shows Decline In Pubs And Restaurants
A survey published today has revealed an extensive half-decade decline in pubs and restaurants, according to a major drinks organization The Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) today published its “Survey of Licensed Premises 2009”, which, it claims, is the largest ever research exercise undert
A survey published today has revealed an extensive half-decade decline in pubs and restaurants, according to a major drinks organization The Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) today published its “Survey of Licensed Premises 2009”, which, it claims, is the largest ever research exercise undert
Irish News on Fri, Nov 2 2007, 6,940 days ago
Wife Cleared In 'Kill Or Be Killed' Case
What should have been a happy family occasion at last New Year turned into a life and death struggle, a court has heard, A woman who stabbed her husband at their home in Cork on New Year’s Eve 2006 was cleared of manslaughter as the Judge, Con Murphy, accepted a legal argument from the defence that
What should have been a happy family occasion at last New Year turned into a life and death struggle, a court has heard, A woman who stabbed her husband at their home in Cork on New Year’s Eve 2006 was cleared of manslaughter as the Judge, Con Murphy, accepted a legal argument from the defence that
Dunleek Shooting Probed
A man is in hospital in Drogheda after being shot outside his home. Gardai in County Meath were this afternoon investigating the shooting incident in Duleek.
A man is in hospital in Drogheda after being shot outside his home. Gardai in County Meath were this afternoon investigating the shooting incident in Duleek.
Quinn Murder Suspects In North
A classic IRA tactic throughout the Troubles has proved to have been repeated and be hampering the police in investigating the brutal beating that killed Cullyhanna man, Paul Quinn.
A classic IRA tactic throughout the Troubles has proved to have been repeated and be hampering the police in investigating the brutal beating that killed Cullyhanna man, Paul Quinn.
Irishman Freed In Failed Ransom Bid
A County Clare man has had a lucky escape from a kidnap attempt. James Lafferty from Ennis, was pulled to safety when police raided a hotel in the Ghana capital Accra, where he was being held captive.
A County Clare man has had a lucky escape from a kidnap attempt. James Lafferty from Ennis, was pulled to safety when police raided a hotel in the Ghana capital Accra, where he was being held captive.
Aer Lingus Belfast Move Hits Government Standing
Support for Fianna Fáil has suffered a big drop since the general election - in part due to the fall-out from the Aer Lingus departure from Shannon in favour of a Belfast ‘hub’ for operations.
Support for Fianna Fáil has suffered a big drop since the general election - in part due to the fall-out from the Aer Lingus departure from Shannon in favour of a Belfast ‘hub’ for operations.
Police Seek Bugging Rights
Organised gangs across the Irish Republic are now such a threat that the Government is considering new legislation that would allow gardaí to plant bugging devices in the homes and vehicles of known gangland criminals.
Organised gangs across the Irish Republic are now such a threat that the Government is considering new legislation that would allow gardaí to plant bugging devices in the homes and vehicles of known gangland criminals.
Tourists Targeted On Falls Road Bus
Tourists took a pasting yesterday when one of the now familiar open-top bus tours was attacked on Belfast's Falls Road. The Belfast Sightseeing company who take thousands of tourists around the city every week withdrew services from the Falls Road after youths attacked the bus at Dunville Park.
Tourists took a pasting yesterday when one of the now familiar open-top bus tours was attacked on Belfast's Falls Road. The Belfast Sightseeing company who take thousands of tourists around the city every week withdrew services from the Falls Road after youths attacked the bus at Dunville Park.
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