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Irish News on Wed, Apr 10 2019, 2,557 days ago
Elderly Woman In Critical Condition After Being Struck By Motorcyclist
A woman in her 70s has been seriously injured in a crash in Dublin. The incident happened on Ballinteer Avenue at around 7.45pm, after the woman got off a bus and attempted to cross a road. It is believed she was then struck by a motorbike.
A woman in her 70s has been seriously injured in a crash in Dublin. The incident happened on Ballinteer Avenue at around 7.45pm, after the woman got off a bus and attempted to cross a road. It is believed she was then struck by a motorbike.
Man Arrested Over The Murder Of Mikolaj Wilk
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Mikolaj Wilk in County Cork last June. The suspect, aged in his 30s, has been detained at Togher Garda Station. 35-year-old Mr Wilk, who was originally from Poland, died when he was attacked by a gang at his home in Ballingcollig.
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Mikolaj Wilk in County Cork last June. The suspect, aged in his 30s, has been detained at Togher Garda Station. 35-year-old Mr Wilk, who was originally from Poland, died when he was attacked by a gang at his home in Ballingcollig.
Gardaí Appeal For Help Tracing Man Missing From Limerick
Gardaí have appealed for information about a man reported missing from Limerick City. 47-year-old Michael Hyland was last seen leaving his apartment on Parnell Street at around 5am on Saturday morning, 06 April.
Gardaí have appealed for information about a man reported missing from Limerick City. 47-year-old Michael Hyland was last seen leaving his apartment on Parnell Street at around 5am on Saturday morning, 06 April.
Arrest As Drugs Worth €110k Seized In Co Sligo
A man has been arrested after Gardaí seized drugs worth an estimated €110,000 in County Sligo. During a search of a house in Calry on Tuesday, 09 April, a 4kg bag of cannabis, over 4,000 Xanax tablets and cocaine were discovered.
A man has been arrested after Gardaí seized drugs worth an estimated €110,000 in County Sligo. During a search of a house in Calry on Tuesday, 09 April, a 4kg bag of cannabis, over 4,000 Xanax tablets and cocaine were discovered.
PwC Report Confirms Final Children's Hospital Cost Will Exceed €1.73bn
The cost of the national children's hospital could rise above €1.7 billion according to a new report by PwC. The study identified further associated risks with the project, including a rise in cost of €100 million if construction inflation increases.
The cost of the national children's hospital could rise above €1.7 billion according to a new report by PwC. The study identified further associated risks with the project, including a rise in cost of €100 million if construction inflation increases.
€2m Fraud Operation Using 'Money Mule' Accounts Investigated
Gardaí are investigating a multimillion money laundering operation that has made use of approximately 200 "mule" accounts. Criminals are believed to have been recruiting young people to help launder stolen or illegal money using their own bank account.
Gardaí are investigating a multimillion money laundering operation that has made use of approximately 200 "mule" accounts. Criminals are believed to have been recruiting young people to help launder stolen or illegal money using their own bank account.
Sinn Fein: Hospital Overspend Report Highlights Ministerial Failures
A Sinn Fein TD has said the publication of the PwC report into the cost overruns of the National Children's Hospital documents a series of "damning failures", from development boardroom level to Ministerial office.
A Sinn Fein TD has said the publication of the PwC report into the cost overruns of the National Children's Hospital documents a series of "damning failures", from development boardroom level to Ministerial office.
Irish News on Tue, Apr 10 2018, 2,922 days ago
€1.2bn Culture, Heritage And Language Infrastructure Plan Launched
€1.2 billion is to be invested in the Irish culture, heritage and language infrastructure, according to Irish government representatives. The investment was revealed today (10 April) at the National Gallery of Ireland (NGI), as part of the government’s Project Ireland 2040.
€1.2 billion is to be invested in the Irish culture, heritage and language infrastructure, according to Irish government representatives. The investment was revealed today (10 April) at the National Gallery of Ireland (NGI), as part of the government’s Project Ireland 2040.
Two Tourists Have Died In Kerry Pony And Trap Accident
Two American tourists have died in an incident involving a pony and trap near popular tourist attraction Gap of Dunloe in Kerry. The couple, who were in their 60s, were travelling on a narrow mountain path, when their carriage went off the road.
Two American tourists have died in an incident involving a pony and trap near popular tourist attraction Gap of Dunloe in Kerry. The couple, who were in their 60s, were travelling on a narrow mountain path, when their carriage went off the road.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 10 2017, 3,287 days ago
Sixth Man Arrested Over Murder Of Aidan O'Driscoll
A sixth man has been arrested in connection with the murder of dissident republican Aidan O'Driscoll. The suspect was arrested in Cork on Sunday, 09 April. He is being questioned at Mayfield Garda Station. Mr O'Driscoll was shot dead in Blackpool, Cork, on 07 December 2016.
A sixth man has been arrested in connection with the murder of dissident republican Aidan O'Driscoll. The suspect was arrested in Cork on Sunday, 09 April. He is being questioned at Mayfield Garda Station. Mr O'Driscoll was shot dead in Blackpool, Cork, on 07 December 2016.
Irish News on Fri, Apr 10 2015, 4,018 days ago
Men Arrested Over Three Cannabis Seizures
Gardaí investigating three cannabis seizures in Co Offaly in the past week have arrested two men. Garda officers discovered cannabis plants worth an estimated €250,000 at a premises in Clonmore, Edenderry.
Gardaí investigating three cannabis seizures in Co Offaly in the past week have arrested two men. Garda officers discovered cannabis plants worth an estimated €250,000 at a premises in Clonmore, Edenderry.
Cocaine Worth An Estimated €500,000 Seized In Dublin
Cocaine worth an estimated €500,000 has been discovered during a stop and search of a vehicle in west Dublin. Officers from the Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau made the seizure when they stopped a vehicle in Ballyfermot on Thursday afternoon.
Cocaine worth an estimated €500,000 has been discovered during a stop and search of a vehicle in west Dublin. Officers from the Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau made the seizure when they stopped a vehicle in Ballyfermot on Thursday afternoon.
Dublin Flats To Be Refurbished For Homeless Families
Up to 400 homeless families are to be housed in Dublin flats, previously marked for demolition. Dublin City Council (DCC) has announced a plan to refurbish O'Devany Gardens in north Dublin, following approval of €4.72 million in government funding.
Up to 400 homeless families are to be housed in Dublin flats, previously marked for demolition. Dublin City Council (DCC) has announced a plan to refurbish O'Devany Gardens in north Dublin, following approval of €4.72 million in government funding.
Man Killed In Co Louth Road Accident
Gardaí in Co Louth have confirmed the death of a man in a road traffic accident on the M1 on Thursday afternoon. The man, said to be aged in his 40s, died when a lorry hit a van that was parked on the hard shoulder of the southbound motorway near Monasterboice, north of Drogheda at about 12:45.
Gardaí in Co Louth have confirmed the death of a man in a road traffic accident on the M1 on Thursday afternoon. The man, said to be aged in his 40s, died when a lorry hit a van that was parked on the hard shoulder of the southbound motorway near Monasterboice, north of Drogheda at about 12:45.
Firefighters Tackle Wildfires In Co Kerry And Co Clare
Firefighters from Killarney, Castleisland, Kenmare and Killorglin were called to tackle wildfires overnight at Killarney National Park. Around 100 acres at the foot of Mangerton Mountain are believed to have been badly damaged in the blaze.
Firefighters from Killarney, Castleisland, Kenmare and Killorglin were called to tackle wildfires overnight at Killarney National Park. Around 100 acres at the foot of Mangerton Mountain are believed to have been badly damaged in the blaze.
SF Calls On Taoiseach To 'Stop Running' And Set By-Election Date
Sinn Féin has called on the Taoiseach to "stop running from the people" and set a date for the Carlow & Kilkenny by-election. SF Councillor Kathleen Funchion said: "It is insulting to the people of Carlow and Kilkenny that the government has still not set a date for the by-election.
Sinn Féin has called on the Taoiseach to "stop running from the people" and set a date for the Carlow & Kilkenny by-election. SF Councillor Kathleen Funchion said: "It is insulting to the people of Carlow and Kilkenny that the government has still not set a date for the by-election.
FF Warns 'Spiralling Class Sizes' Will Result In 'Major Deterioration'
Failure to act on spiralling class sizes will result in a "major deterioration of education standards", Fianna Fáil has warned. TD for Laois – Offaly, Sean Fleming, has called on the government to "take action" to reduce class sizes.
Failure to act on spiralling class sizes will result in a "major deterioration of education standards", Fianna Fáil has warned. TD for Laois – Offaly, Sean Fleming, has called on the government to "take action" to reduce class sizes.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 10 2014, 4,383 days ago
Long Term Care Needs Long Term Planning – Mac Sharry
Fianna Fáil Health spokesperson Marc Mac Sharry has told the Seanad that "long term care needs long term planning", at the launch of a debate on what has been described as an "imminent crisis in long stay nursing home care for the elderly".
Fianna Fáil Health spokesperson Marc Mac Sharry has told the Seanad that "long term care needs long term planning", at the launch of a debate on what has been described as an "imminent crisis in long stay nursing home care for the elderly".
€6.5m To Be Spent On New Off-Road Cycle Route
A total of €6.5m is to be spent on the development of three new off-road cycling routes in Co Kerry, Galway and Waterford. The development will see the former Great Southern Railway line on the Ring of Kerry converted into a 26km cycleway between Glenbeigh and Renard.
A total of €6.5m is to be spent on the development of three new off-road cycling routes in Co Kerry, Galway and Waterford. The development will see the former Great Southern Railway line on the Ring of Kerry converted into a 26km cycleway between Glenbeigh and Renard.
Irish Sports Council Publish 2013 Anti-Doping Testing Figures
The Irish Sports Council today published their Anti-Doping figures for 2013. Last year, the Council conducted 868 tests across 32 sports including 192 blood tests, a 44% increase on 2012.
The Irish Sports Council today published their Anti-Doping figures for 2013. Last year, the Council conducted 868 tests across 32 sports including 192 blood tests, a 44% increase on 2012.
Govt Accused Of 'False Economy Savings'
The government has been accused of "engaging in false economy savings", by cutting guidance counsellors for second-level students.
The government has been accused of "engaging in false economy savings", by cutting guidance counsellors for second-level students.
Enterprise Ireland Launches Competitive Start Fund
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, today launched a €500,000 Enterprise Ireland Competitive Start Fund targeted at stimulating new start-up business activity in both the Aviation and Manufacturing sectors.
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, today launched a €500,000 Enterprise Ireland Competitive Start Fund targeted at stimulating new start-up business activity in both the Aviation and Manufacturing sectors.
Appointments To The Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal
Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Mr Alan Shatter TD, today announced that he is seeking expressions of interest from suitably-qualified persons for membership of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal.
Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Mr Alan Shatter TD, today announced that he is seeking expressions of interest from suitably-qualified persons for membership of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal.
50 Jobs To Be Created By SurveyMonkey
SurveyMonkey is to open an office in Dublin, creating more than 50 local jobs. The online questionnaire platform will employ the staff over the next year to support the company's many existing Irish and European customers.
SurveyMonkey is to open an office in Dublin, creating more than 50 local jobs. The online questionnaire platform will employ the staff over the next year to support the company's many existing Irish and European customers.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 10 2013, 4,748 days ago
Ireland Make Top Ten Of UNICEF League Table
Ireland has ranked 10th out of the worlds top 29 industrialised nations ranked by overall wellbeing of children.
Ireland has ranked 10th out of the worlds top 29 industrialised nations ranked by overall wellbeing of children.
Life Sentence For IRA Hitman Who Killed Innocent Man
The Special Criminal Court has heard that the victim of an IRA hitman was never involved in any criminal or subversive activity and was "totally blameless" and "wholly innocent." The comments were made as 50-year-old Rose Lynch was jailed for life for the murder of David Darcy in November 2011.
The Special Criminal Court has heard that the victim of an IRA hitman was never involved in any criminal or subversive activity and was "totally blameless" and "wholly innocent." The comments were made as 50-year-old Rose Lynch was jailed for life for the murder of David Darcy in November 2011.
Teen Remanded In Custody After Breaking Bail Conditions
A 17-year-old boy has been remanded in custody after continually breaking bail continues. He is charged with the robbery of a 27-year-old woman on the evening of February 25 last at Beresford Place, Dublin 1.
A 17-year-old boy has been remanded in custody after continually breaking bail continues. He is charged with the robbery of a 27-year-old woman on the evening of February 25 last at Beresford Place, Dublin 1.
No Evidence Found In Penalty Points Investigation
No evidence has been found that garda quashed penalty points from drivers’ licenses, following an investigation and report was produced for the government.
No evidence has been found that garda quashed penalty points from drivers’ licenses, following an investigation and report was produced for the government.
Elderly Couple Sue State Over Trespass
The State and gardaí are being sued by an elderly couple, who suffered “shock, distress and embarrassment” following an early morning raid on their home nine years ago.
The State and gardaí are being sued by an elderly couple, who suffered “shock, distress and embarrassment” following an early morning raid on their home nine years ago.
Garda Identify Masked Armed Gang In Facebook Pictures
The identities of masked men pictured brandishing guns and axes have been uncovered, and those involved will face prosecution, according to the Irish Independent. It is understood that images were uploaded to Facebook via a mobile phone, the owner of which has allegedly been identified.
The identities of masked men pictured brandishing guns and axes have been uncovered, and those involved will face prosecution, according to the Irish Independent. It is understood that images were uploaded to Facebook via a mobile phone, the owner of which has allegedly been identified.
Tanaiste Unhappy About Lack Of TD Support
Tanaiste Eamon Gilmore has complained that he is not being given enough credit for his work as Foreign Affairs Minister saying that his role in restoring Ireland's battered reputation abroad and promoting trade has been turned into a negative.
Tanaiste Eamon Gilmore has complained that he is not being given enough credit for his work as Foreign Affairs Minister saying that his role in restoring Ireland's battered reputation abroad and promoting trade has been turned into a negative.
Pensioner Dies In Co Cork House Fire
An elderly man has died in a house fire at his home in Kilbehenny, Co Cork late on Tuesday night. A blaze broke out around 11pm on Tuesday. The 77-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene and his body was removed to the Mid-Western Regional Hospital Limerick.
An elderly man has died in a house fire at his home in Kilbehenny, Co Cork late on Tuesday night. A blaze broke out around 11pm on Tuesday. The 77-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene and his body was removed to the Mid-Western Regional Hospital Limerick.
Study Finds Little Benefit Of Smoking In Car Ban
A proposed plan to ban smoking in cars carrying children would be "labour intensive" and little impact, according to a newly publish study.
A proposed plan to ban smoking in cars carrying children would be "labour intensive" and little impact, according to a newly publish study.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 10 2008, 6,574 days ago
Gang Member Goes Into Hiding Abroad
Gardaí have said a leading gang member in Limerick has fled the city amid fears for his own safety.
Gardaí have said a leading gang member in Limerick has fled the city amid fears for his own safety.
No Irish Olympic Boycott: Hickey
The President of the Olympic Council of Ireland has quashed the possibility of the Irish team boycotting the opening ceremony of this summer’s Games in Beijing. Speaking on RTÉ radio, Pat Hickey said there was "no question" of any boycott from Irish athletes.
The President of the Olympic Council of Ireland has quashed the possibility of the Irish team boycotting the opening ceremony of this summer’s Games in Beijing. Speaking on RTÉ radio, Pat Hickey said there was "no question" of any boycott from Irish athletes.
McDs In Court Over Boy Stuck In Seat
McDonald's fast-food restaurant has appeared in court after a four year old got his head stuck in one of their seats. The boy had his head lodged in the seat in the Dublin fast food chain and was rescued by firemen after becoming very distressed.
McDonald's fast-food restaurant has appeared in court after a four year old got his head stuck in one of their seats. The boy had his head lodged in the seat in the Dublin fast food chain and was rescued by firemen after becoming very distressed.
Limerick TD Cries Out For Greater Gardai Powers
A Fine Gael TD for Limerick has implored Justice Minister Brian Lenihan to bring forward yet more measures to tackle the gangland crime in the city.
A Fine Gael TD for Limerick has implored Justice Minister Brian Lenihan to bring forward yet more measures to tackle the gangland crime in the city.
FG Slams Quango Cronyism
Fine Gael claims €50m of taxpayers' money is being wasted every year on quangos full of government cronies. The party says there are currently more than 1,000 such agencies in the state, many of which do exactly the same work, or whose work overlaps.
Fine Gael claims €50m of taxpayers' money is being wasted every year on quangos full of government cronies. The party says there are currently more than 1,000 such agencies in the state, many of which do exactly the same work, or whose work overlaps.
Cowen Represents Government For First Time as Leader-Designate
Tánaiste Brian Cowen will represent the Dáil today for the first time since being selected as the next Taoiseach. Mr Cowen will preside over the Order of Business today, as the run up to his 7 May succession to current Taoiseach Bertie Ahern begins.
Tánaiste Brian Cowen will represent the Dáil today for the first time since being selected as the next Taoiseach. Mr Cowen will preside over the Order of Business today, as the run up to his 7 May succession to current Taoiseach Bertie Ahern begins.
Limerick Searches Recover 30,000 Ecstasy Tablets
A huge cache of drugs, which are at the centre of the ongoing gang feud in Limerick, has been recovered by Gardaí. Gardaí discovered 30,000 ecstasy tablets during their ongoing investigations into the gangland feud that has claimed two lives over the past week.
A huge cache of drugs, which are at the centre of the ongoing gang feud in Limerick, has been recovered by Gardaí. Gardaí discovered 30,000 ecstasy tablets during their ongoing investigations into the gangland feud that has claimed two lives over the past week.
Body Discovered in Search For Missing Diver
Rescue teams searching for the body of a diver who went missing off the coast of Mayo have recovered a body. The man, who is in his early 20s and from France, disappeared while diving with a friend in the Old Head area near Westport last night.
Rescue teams searching for the body of a diver who went missing off the coast of Mayo have recovered a body. The man, who is in his early 20s and from France, disappeared while diving with a friend in the Old Head area near Westport last night.
Ryanair Pocket €50m
Ryanair has made annual savings of more than €50m by renegotiating its airport contracts. The budget Irish airline has also quietly extended its management pay freeze to encompass 'more than half' the airline's staff. The cost cutting drive comes as the airline struggles with rising fuel prices.
Ryanair has made annual savings of more than €50m by renegotiating its airport contracts. The budget Irish airline has also quietly extended its management pay freeze to encompass 'more than half' the airline's staff. The cost cutting drive comes as the airline struggles with rising fuel prices.
Axe Attack Man Found Not Guilty
A man with "text book" paranoid schizophrenia has been found not guilty of killing his uncle in an axe attack by reason of insanity at the Central Criminal Court.
A man with "text book" paranoid schizophrenia has been found not guilty of killing his uncle in an axe attack by reason of insanity at the Central Criminal Court.
HSE to publish Superbug Report
The HSE is due to publish its report into the outbreak of clostridium difficile superbug in an Irish hospital, which claimed 15 lives. The outbreak took place Ennis Hospital in Co Clare last year and caused a storm of controversy over the spread of the deadly bug.
The HSE is due to publish its report into the outbreak of clostridium difficile superbug in an Irish hospital, which claimed 15 lives. The outbreak took place Ennis Hospital in Co Clare last year and caused a storm of controversy over the spread of the deadly bug.
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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.