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Irish News on Tue, Jan 21 2020, 2,192 days ago
Drogheda Garda Officer Allegedly Followed Home By Suspected Gang Member
A personal safety warning has been issued to all gardaí officers working in Drogheda after an officer was allegedly followed home by suspected gang members. According to reports, the alleged incident occurred days before the murder of Keane Mulready-Woods.
A personal safety warning has been issued to all gardaí officers working in Drogheda after an officer was allegedly followed home by suspected gang members. According to reports, the alleged incident occurred days before the murder of Keane Mulready-Woods.
Irish News on Mon, Jan 21 2019, 2,557 days ago
Man Dies After Being Hit By Truck In County Waterford
A 60-year-old man has died after being hit by truck in County Waterford. The incident occurred at around 8.15pm on Sunday 20 January on a road in Killossera, Dungarvan. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the male driver of the truck was uninjured.
A 60-year-old man has died after being hit by truck in County Waterford. The incident occurred at around 8.15pm on Sunday 20 January on a road in Killossera, Dungarvan. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the male driver of the truck was uninjured.
Second Man Killed In Tree-Cutting Incident In A Week
A man in County Donegal has died after being involved in an accident while tree-cutting. Named locally as 54-year-old John McBride, the victim died instantly at around 4.30pm on Sunday 20 January close to his home in Creeslough.
A man in County Donegal has died after being involved in an accident while tree-cutting. Named locally as 54-year-old John McBride, the victim died instantly at around 4.30pm on Sunday 20 January close to his home in Creeslough.
Appeal For Help Tracing 14-Year-Old Boy Missing From Co Dublin
Gardaí are appealing for help in finding a 14-year-old boy who is missing from his County Dublin home. Shane O'Connor was last seen on Friday 18 January at 5.15pm in Woodpark, Ballinteer. He is described as being 5'11" tall, of slim build with dark hair.
Gardaí are appealing for help in finding a 14-year-old boy who is missing from his County Dublin home. Shane O'Connor was last seen on Friday 18 January at 5.15pm in Woodpark, Ballinteer. He is described as being 5'11" tall, of slim build with dark hair.
Taoiseach Condemns L'Derry Bomb Attack
The Taoiseach has spoken out to condemn those responsible for setting a car bomb in L'Derry city centre which detonated on Saturday evening.
The Taoiseach has spoken out to condemn those responsible for setting a car bomb in L'Derry city centre which detonated on Saturday evening.
Gardaí Renew Appeal For Missing 18-Year-Old
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for help locating an 18-year-old from Dublin. Dylan Keogh was last seen in the Clontarf area on Friday 11 January 2019. He is missing from his home in Glasnevin and both his family and local Gardaí are growing increasingly concerned.
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for help locating an 18-year-old from Dublin. Dylan Keogh was last seen in the Clontarf area on Friday 11 January 2019. He is missing from his home in Glasnevin and both his family and local Gardaí are growing increasingly concerned.
Fianna Fáil Call For Intervention To Prevent Ambulance Strike
Fianna Fáil members have called on the Government to intervene and take action to prevent an ambulance service strike planned for Tuesday 22 January.
Fianna Fáil members have called on the Government to intervene and take action to prevent an ambulance service strike planned for Tuesday 22 January.
Talks Ongoing To Avoid Nursing Strike
Talks aimed at avoiding a strike by 43,000 nurses later this month are continuing today. Union representatives are negotiating with the Health Service Executive (HSE) after last week's discussions ended without a breakthrough.
Talks aimed at avoiding a strike by 43,000 nurses later this month are continuing today. Union representatives are negotiating with the Health Service Executive (HSE) after last week's discussions ended without a breakthrough.
Irish News on Thu, Jan 21 2016, 3,653 days ago
SF Call For 'Immediate Progress' On All-Ireland Food Labeling
Sinn Féin have called for immediate progress in developing an all-Ireland food label.
Sinn Féin have called for immediate progress in developing an all-Ireland food label.
Witnesses Sought To Fatal Monaghan Road Accident
Gardaí in Monaghan have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic accident on the N2 at Killmarley on Wednesday. A 70-year-old male pedestrian died after he was hit by a car at around 17:30 yesterday.
Gardaí in Monaghan have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic accident on the N2 at Killmarley on Wednesday. A 70-year-old male pedestrian died after he was hit by a car at around 17:30 yesterday.
Gardaí Appeal For Help Tracing Missing Mother And Child
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing 23-year-old Paige Holland and her one-week-old daughter, Nevaeh Goodier/Tighe. It is understood that Paige, also known as Abbie Goodier or Paige Goodier, and her daughter were last seen leaving their home at Westview, Cloonfad, Co.
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing 23-year-old Paige Holland and her one-week-old daughter, Nevaeh Goodier/Tighe. It is understood that Paige, also known as Abbie Goodier or Paige Goodier, and her daughter were last seen leaving their home at Westview, Cloonfad, Co.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Accident
Gardaí in An Spidéal have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident on Wednesday night. A man, aged in his 20s, is said to have died after the car he was driving collided with a wall on the R336 at Baile Liam, An Spidéal.
Gardaí in An Spidéal have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident on Wednesday night. A man, aged in his 20s, is said to have died after the car he was driving collided with a wall on the R336 at Baile Liam, An Spidéal.
FF Warn That 'Lives Will Be Lost' In Traffic Request Backlog
Fianna Fáil have warned that "lives will be lost" unless Dublin City Council addresses the current Traffic Requests Backlog.
Fianna Fáil have warned that "lives will be lost" unless Dublin City Council addresses the current Traffic Requests Backlog.
Post Office Development Group Agreements Will Support Future Of Service - FG
New agreements as part of the Post Office Network Business Development Group report will support local post offices in the future, Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick, has said.
New agreements as part of the Post Office Network Business Development Group report will support local post offices in the future, Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick, has said.
EU Support Essential For Irish Flood Prevention Efforts
Flood protection works need to progress to address ongoing effects of climate change and its effects on Ireland, Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Alan Kelly, has said.
Flood protection works need to progress to address ongoing effects of climate change and its effects on Ireland, Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Alan Kelly, has said.
Irish News on Wed, Jan 21 2015, 4,018 days ago
HSA And Garda Launch Investigation Into Farm Death
Gardaí and the Health and Safety Authority have launched separate investigations into the death of a man on a farm in Co Kilkenny. According to garda a man, aged in his 60s, died after a tractor rolled back on him on a farm near Bennettsbridge.
Gardaí and the Health and Safety Authority have launched separate investigations into the death of a man on a farm in Co Kilkenny. According to garda a man, aged in his 60s, died after a tractor rolled back on him on a farm near Bennettsbridge.
Transport Minister Urged To Protect 'Strategic Shareholding' In Aer Lingus
The Transport Minister has been urged to block any potential sale of Aer Lingus to IAG.
The Transport Minister has been urged to block any potential sale of Aer Lingus to IAG.
Man Arrested Over Dún Laoghaire Murder
A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 65-year-old woman in Dublin. Gardaí said that the woman, named Jane Braidwood, was attacked in the kitchen of her home at about 17:00 on Tuesday by a man "known to her".
A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 65-year-old woman in Dublin. Gardaí said that the woman, named Jane Braidwood, was attacked in the kitchen of her home at about 17:00 on Tuesday by a man "known to her".
Wording Of Upcoming Referendums Agreed By Cabinet
The Cabinet has met today to agree the wording on two upcoming referendums to be held this year.
The Cabinet has met today to agree the wording on two upcoming referendums to be held this year.
Appeal Issued For Missing 17-Year-Old
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing missing 17-year-old Letisha Murphy. The teenager, from New Ross, Co Wexford, has been missing since 14 January. She was last seen at about 20:30 last Wednesday. She is described as 5'4" tall, of average build, with long blonde hair extensions.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing missing 17-year-old Letisha Murphy. The teenager, from New Ross, Co Wexford, has been missing since 14 January. She was last seen at about 20:30 last Wednesday. She is described as 5'4" tall, of average build, with long blonde hair extensions.
Man Arrested After Four-Hour Stand-Off In Cork
A man has been arrested following a four-hour stand-off with garda in north Cork, according to a report by the Irish Times. It is understood a woman, aged her twenties, called garda at about 02:00 on Wednesday morning, reporting an assault.
A man has been arrested following a four-hour stand-off with garda in north Cork, according to a report by the Irish Times. It is understood a woman, aged her twenties, called garda at about 02:00 on Wednesday morning, reporting an assault.
Cash Seized During Drug Raid
A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of €85,000 in cash at a flat in Cork city. It is understood members of the Cork City Divisional Drugs Squad uncovered the cash during a drug raid on a flat in Tuckey Street at about 21:30 on Tuesday night.
A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of €85,000 in cash at a flat in Cork city. It is understood members of the Cork City Divisional Drugs Squad uncovered the cash during a drug raid on a flat in Tuckey Street at about 21:30 on Tuesday night.
Irish News on Tue, Jan 21 2014, 4,383 days ago
State Agrees To Pay Half Of Right-To-Die Case Costs
The majority of the bill for an unsuccessful legal challenge over the right to die will be paid for by the State. Marie Fleming, who died last month, lost her challenge over the right to die when the Supreme Court dismissed her action.
The majority of the bill for an unsuccessful legal challenge over the right to die will be paid for by the State. Marie Fleming, who died last month, lost her challenge over the right to die when the Supreme Court dismissed her action.
Hospital And Consultants Apologise Over Baby's Death
The parents of a boy who died shortly after birth have received an apology from the hospital and obstetricians involved.
The parents of a boy who died shortly after birth have received an apology from the hospital and obstetricians involved.
Extradition Of Child Abuse Facilitator Wanted In US Adjourned Another Week
The man described by the FBI as "the largest facilitator of child porn in the world" has been further remanded in custody as his extradition trial is put back by another week.
The man described by the FBI as "the largest facilitator of child porn in the world" has been further remanded in custody as his extradition trial is put back by another week.
Two Arrested After High-Speed Chase With Stolen Car
Two men have been arrested in connection with a high-speed chase involving dozens of patrol vehicles and a garda helicopter. Gardaí have said that the pursuit started at around 03:00 in Kinnegad, Co Westmeath. The two men had stolen the Opel Astra after breaking into a house in Ballina, Co Cavan.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a high-speed chase involving dozens of patrol vehicles and a garda helicopter. Gardaí have said that the pursuit started at around 03:00 in Kinnegad, Co Westmeath. The two men had stolen the Opel Astra after breaking into a house in Ballina, Co Cavan.
Man Charged With West Cork Arson Attacks
A man has been charged with a series of arson attacks in Skibbereen, west Cork. 30-year-old Sean Byrne, of Bohernabreegha, Drimoleague, appeared at Clonakilty District Court accused of six separate arson attacks at a number of locations in Skibbereen.
A man has been charged with a series of arson attacks in Skibbereen, west Cork. 30-year-old Sean Byrne, of Bohernabreegha, Drimoleague, appeared at Clonakilty District Court accused of six separate arson attacks at a number of locations in Skibbereen.
Unions To Ballot Members Over Aviation Pension Dispute
In a dispute over pensions union members at the Dublin Airport Authority, Aer Lingus and Shannon Airport are to be balloted over possible industrial action. The dispute is over a deficit of some €800 million in the companies' joint pension scheme, the Irish Aviation Superannuation Scheme.
In a dispute over pensions union members at the Dublin Airport Authority, Aer Lingus and Shannon Airport are to be balloted over possible industrial action. The dispute is over a deficit of some €800 million in the companies' joint pension scheme, the Irish Aviation Superannuation Scheme.
Govt To Open New 'One-Person' Vatican Embassy
More than two years after being closed for financial reasons, the government is to re-open an embassy in the Vatican. The new "one-person" embassy is to be established alongside four others in Indonesia, Thailand, Kenya and Croatia.
More than two years after being closed for financial reasons, the government is to re-open an embassy in the Vatican. The new "one-person" embassy is to be established alongside four others in Indonesia, Thailand, Kenya and Croatia.
Four Arrested Over Serious Assault In Dublin
Gardaí in Dublin have arrested two men and two woman in connection with a serious assault in the early hours of Sunday morning. Garda say that a man in his 20s remains in serious condition in hospital following the assault at Lamb Alley in Dublin 8.
Gardaí in Dublin have arrested two men and two woman in connection with a serious assault in the early hours of Sunday morning. Garda say that a man in his 20s remains in serious condition in hospital following the assault at Lamb Alley in Dublin 8.
Five Arrested Over Mobile Phone Thefts
Gardaí have arrested five people in connection with a series of mobile phone robberies in Dublin city centre. The arrests occurred during planned search operations in Fairview, Finglas and Rathcoole. Those arrested include two adult males and three juveniles.
Gardaí have arrested five people in connection with a series of mobile phone robberies in Dublin city centre. The arrests occurred during planned search operations in Fairview, Finglas and Rathcoole. Those arrested include two adult males and three juveniles.
Irish News on Mon, Jan 21 2013, 4,748 days ago
Serial Rapists Walks Free Pending Appeal
A man has been granted bail and walked free from jail after pleading guilty to 16 charges of rape and indecent assault against his daughter.
A man has been granted bail and walked free from jail after pleading guilty to 16 charges of rape and indecent assault against his daughter.
Public Servants Warned Pay Could Be Cut Again
Public servants have been warned that their pay could again be cut if they don’t back the new Croke Park deal, the Taoiseach has warned.
Public servants have been warned that their pay could again be cut if they don’t back the new Croke Park deal, the Taoiseach has warned.
ICS Launch New Five-Year Cancer Strategy
Cancer rates amongst poorer communities are “worryingly high”, according to the Irish Cancer Society (ICS), with related deaths in some disadvantaged areas double those in more affluent areas. "Towards a Future Without Cancer", the ICS’s new five-year strategy will be launched later today.
Cancer rates amongst poorer communities are “worryingly high”, according to the Irish Cancer Society (ICS), with related deaths in some disadvantaged areas double those in more affluent areas. "Towards a Future Without Cancer", the ICS’s new five-year strategy will be launched later today.
Employer's Group Forecast Economic Growth Of 1.8%
Ireland’s economy grew by 1.2% in 2012 and it is predicts it could grow by 1.8% in the coming year, according to employer’s group IBEC. Last years growth made Ireland the second fastest growing economy in the eurozone.
Ireland’s economy grew by 1.2% in 2012 and it is predicts it could grow by 1.8% in the coming year, according to employer’s group IBEC. Last years growth made Ireland the second fastest growing economy in the eurozone.
New Lotto Bill Gives Benefit Investigators Power To Check Winners
A new Lotto Bill will give social welfare investigators the powers to find out if Lotto jackpot winners are still claiming benefits. However the new law will not require the National Lottery to pass on the names of winners automatically.
A new Lotto Bill will give social welfare investigators the powers to find out if Lotto jackpot winners are still claiming benefits. However the new law will not require the National Lottery to pass on the names of winners automatically.
'Digs For Fees' Scheme Offers Students Free Degree Courses
Students are being offered free degree courses at Griffith College if their parents will take in an international student. The college’s campuses in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick are offering the proposed "digs for fees" scheme.
Students are being offered free degree courses at Griffith College if their parents will take in an international student. The college’s campuses in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick are offering the proposed "digs for fees" scheme.
Bill 'Could Hinder' Wind Industry
The Irish Wind Energy Association has said a Private Members Bill to locate wind farms further from people’s homes would leave just 3 per cent of the State’s land area available for development.
The Irish Wind Energy Association has said a Private Members Bill to locate wind farms further from people’s homes would leave just 3 per cent of the State’s land area available for development.
Dublin Bike Scheme Expansion Delayed
Dublin City Council have said the expansion of the bike scheme in the city will be delayed until at least summer as negotiations and planning have yet to be finalised.
Dublin City Council have said the expansion of the bike scheme in the city will be delayed until at least summer as negotiations and planning have yet to be finalised.
500 New Jobs At 'Innovation Campus'
A new 'innovation campus' being established at Dublin City University will create 500 new jobs over the next five years, in a plan to be announced by Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton later today.
A new 'innovation campus' being established at Dublin City University will create 500 new jobs over the next five years, in a plan to be announced by Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton later today.
Irish News on Fri, Jan 21 2011, 5,479 days ago
Cabinet Chaos Causes Confidence Collapse
Thursday's Cabinet reshuffle debacle has prompted Fianna Fail members to call for the vote of confidence in the Taoiseach to be revisited.
Thursday's Cabinet reshuffle debacle has prompted Fianna Fail members to call for the vote of confidence in the Taoiseach to be revisited.
Clerical Abuse Gets High-Level Discussion
The Apostolic Visitation set up by the Pope last year is to meet the main group representing Northern victims of clerical abuse today - having already been in discussion with the Stormont Deputy First Minister.
The Apostolic Visitation set up by the Pope last year is to meet the main group representing Northern victims of clerical abuse today - having already been in discussion with the Stormont Deputy First Minister.
All Aer Lingus Flights Operational
Aer Lingus is to operate its full schedule today after being forced to hire aircraft from Ryanair and other airlines while its dispute with cabin crew continues.
Aer Lingus is to operate its full schedule today after being forced to hire aircraft from Ryanair and other airlines while its dispute with cabin crew continues.
€200k Of Cannabis Seized In Dublin
A search of a Dublin address yesterday evening led to the arrest of a man and recovered a cache of cannabis worth nearly €200,000.
A search of a Dublin address yesterday evening led to the arrest of a man and recovered a cache of cannabis worth nearly €200,000.
Parades Commission Ridiculed Over Lurgan March
Parading is back on the news agenda in the North today with some commentators branding the official Parades Commission "ridiculous" after it was revealed an illegal republican march in support of a double murderer is to take place this weekend.
Parading is back on the news agenda in the North today with some commentators branding the official Parades Commission "ridiculous" after it was revealed an illegal republican march in support of a double murderer is to take place this weekend.
Ministerial Council Summit Welcomes Cowen
The embattled Irish Taoiseach Brian Cowen is to lead the Irish government delegation at a meeting of the North-South Ministerial Council in Armagh today.
The embattled Irish Taoiseach Brian Cowen is to lead the Irish government delegation at a meeting of the North-South Ministerial Council in Armagh today.
'Road Works Ahead', Says Oireachtas Committee
The amount of reconstruction work needed to assure the provision of water supplies and to repair damaged Irish roads after the Christmas and New Year 'Big Freeze' are being investigated by Oireachtas Committee.
The amount of reconstruction work needed to assure the provision of water supplies and to repair damaged Irish roads after the Christmas and New Year 'Big Freeze' are being investigated by Oireachtas Committee.
'Patient Power' To Aid Cut-back Battle
Family doctors in the North have launched a major campaign to counter what they said is a threat to the vital services provided by family doctors across Northern Ireland.
Family doctors in the North have launched a major campaign to counter what they said is a threat to the vital services provided by family doctors across Northern Ireland.
Mayor Pulls Europa's 40th Birthday Pint
Belfast's once infamous Europa Hotel turns 40-years-old this year with many memories of the 'front-line' hotel being recalled.
Belfast's once infamous Europa Hotel turns 40-years-old this year with many memories of the 'front-line' hotel being recalled.
Ulster TV Welcomes Competition
The boss of the North's sole commercial TV station, Ulster Television (UTV), has welcomed plans just announced by the UK Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt to allow a range of competing companies to make a bid to run local TV stations.
The boss of the North's sole commercial TV station, Ulster Television (UTV), has welcomed plans just announced by the UK Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt to allow a range of competing companies to make a bid to run local TV stations.
Irish News on Thu, Jan 21 2010, 5,844 days ago
Cork Murder Probed
The police in Togher in Cork have launched an investigation into the shooting dead of a man in his 40s last night. The man was taken to Cork University Hospital where he was subsequently pronounced dead.
The police in Togher in Cork have launched an investigation into the shooting dead of a man in his 40s last night. The man was taken to Cork University Hospital where he was subsequently pronounced dead.
Roads Claim Latest Victim
A young woman - aged just 19 - has been killed in road collision in Co Tipperary. The victim was the sole occupant of a car when it collided with another vehicle on the Cahir to Clonmel Road at Rathmore shortly before 8am this morning. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
A young woman - aged just 19 - has been killed in road collision in Co Tipperary. The victim was the sole occupant of a car when it collided with another vehicle on the Cahir to Clonmel Road at Rathmore shortly before 8am this morning. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
Taps Run Dry In Co Clare
Water has been shut off in Tulla and Broadford in Co Clare today and will stay off until 4pm and again tonight from 8pm to 8am. Problems in the Shannon area will also mean that water will be turned off there from 12 noon to 5.00pm and again from 8pm to 8am.
Water has been shut off in Tulla and Broadford in Co Clare today and will stay off until 4pm and again tonight from 8pm to 8am. Problems in the Shannon area will also mean that water will be turned off there from 12 noon to 5.00pm and again from 8pm to 8am.
Controllers' Dispute Still 'Up In The Air'
There's as yet little sign that an industrial dispute involving air traffic controllers - which disrupted the travel plans of 20,000 people yesterday - is about to be grounded.
There's as yet little sign that an industrial dispute involving air traffic controllers - which disrupted the travel plans of 20,000 people yesterday - is about to be grounded.
McGuinness Updates Party Board
Martin McGuinness will update senior Sinn Féin officials on the North's policing and justice negotiations later. Mr McGuinness and his party are still locked in talks with the DUP, aimed at overcoming outstanding barriers to devolving the powers.
Martin McGuinness will update senior Sinn Féin officials on the North's policing and justice negotiations later. Mr McGuinness and his party are still locked in talks with the DUP, aimed at overcoming outstanding barriers to devolving the powers.
Kiddie Porn Suspect Held
An Irishman of pension age is alleged to have been discovered with a huge collection of "sickening" child porn when arrested in Amsterdam. The 68-year-old had arrived on a flight from Bangkok on Sunday morning into Schipol Airport but missed his connecting flight to Dublin.
An Irishman of pension age is alleged to have been discovered with a huge collection of "sickening" child porn when arrested in Amsterdam. The 68-year-old had arrived on a flight from Bangkok on Sunday morning into Schipol Airport but missed his connecting flight to Dublin.
Adams Says 'Give PSNI Information"
The President of Sinn Féin, Gerry Adams has appealed for people in west Belfast to contact the police with any information after an armed gang shot a man in the leg as they stole legally held weapons from a house in west Belfast.
The President of Sinn Féin, Gerry Adams has appealed for people in west Belfast to contact the police with any information after an armed gang shot a man in the leg as they stole legally held weapons from a house in west Belfast.
Irish News on Wed, Jan 21 2009, 6,209 days ago
Ahern Rejects Attack On Tackling Crime
Following another Finglas shooting today, Fine Gael has said Minister Ahern is "letting slip law and order on our streets". Justice Minister Dermot Ahern hit back at the claims, saying sufficient resources were being front loaded to stamp out Dublin’s organised crime gangs.
Following another Finglas shooting today, Fine Gael has said Minister Ahern is "letting slip law and order on our streets". Justice Minister Dermot Ahern hit back at the claims, saying sufficient resources were being front loaded to stamp out Dublin’s organised crime gangs.
Second Man This Week Shot And Killed
Finglas has seen the second man shot and killed this week, leading to the launch of a "major" investigation. Gardaí at Finglas are investigating the fatal shooting at Coldwinters, North Road, Dublin at approximately 5.10pm yesterday evening.
Finglas has seen the second man shot and killed this week, leading to the launch of a "major" investigation. Gardaí at Finglas are investigating the fatal shooting at Coldwinters, North Road, Dublin at approximately 5.10pm yesterday evening.
Moneygall To Build Heritage Centre To Obama
Offaly County Council have announced a proposal to build a heritage centre on the site where it is believed the new US President's ancestor once lived.
Offaly County Council have announced a proposal to build a heritage centre on the site where it is believed the new US President's ancestor once lived.
Woman Killed In Waterford Crash
A women has been killed and two others injured following a road crash in Co Waterford. Gardaí at Tramore, Co Waterford are investigating fatal collision, which occurred yesterday at approximately 8.20pm at Carrigmoorna, Leamybrien, Co Waterford.
A women has been killed and two others injured following a road crash in Co Waterford. Gardaí at Tramore, Co Waterford are investigating fatal collision, which occurred yesterday at approximately 8.20pm at Carrigmoorna, Leamybrien, Co Waterford.
IFSRA Chairman Happy With AIB And BOI Health
The Chairman of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority claims he is completely satisfied with the financial health of AIB and Bank of Ireland.
The Chairman of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority claims he is completely satisfied with the financial health of AIB and Bank of Ireland.
Green Councillor In Protest Quit
A prominent Green Party councillor has resigned calling the party "headless chickens".
A prominent Green Party councillor has resigned calling the party "headless chickens".
Ireland Appoints Envoy For Hunger
A special Envoy for Hunger has been appointed to oversee Ireland's response to the global hunger crisis.
A special Envoy for Hunger has been appointed to oversee Ireland's response to the global hunger crisis.
TDs & Senators Expenses Reformed
TDs and Senators could feel a pinch in their pockets as the current system of expenses is reformed.
TDs and Senators could feel a pinch in their pockets as the current system of expenses is reformed.
Irish News on Mon, Jan 21 2008, 6,575 days ago
Sex Killer Pleads Guilty
A Czech national has pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court to raping and murdering a Longford mother last year. David Brozovsky (aged 22) with an address at Grian Ard, Ardnacassa, Longford raped and killed 37-year-old Sharon Coughlan at Great Water Street, Longford on September 15, 2007.
A Czech national has pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court to raping and murdering a Longford mother last year. David Brozovsky (aged 22) with an address at Grian Ard, Ardnacassa, Longford raped and killed 37-year-old Sharon Coughlan at Great Water Street, Longford on September 15, 2007.
Court Appearance Follows Pipe Bomb Find
A young woman (22) will come before a court on charges connected with the discovery of explosives. When police raided her home, two pipe bombs, a shotgun, ammunition and drugs were discovered and then seized during the search at Barry Park, Finglas, in north Dublin, last Friday.
A young woman (22) will come before a court on charges connected with the discovery of explosives. When police raided her home, two pipe bombs, a shotgun, ammunition and drugs were discovered and then seized during the search at Barry Park, Finglas, in north Dublin, last Friday.
Blaze Hit Trawler Probed
Marine investigators are today examining a fishing trawler that caught fire off the Donegal coast. A tugboat accompanied the vessel to shore at Killybegs on Sunday afternoon after Irish naval firefighters helped to extinguish the blaze on board the trawler on Saturday night.
Marine investigators are today examining a fishing trawler that caught fire off the Donegal coast. A tugboat accompanied the vessel to shore at Killybegs on Sunday afternoon after Irish naval firefighters helped to extinguish the blaze on board the trawler on Saturday night.
Seat Belts 'Save' Kids In School Bus Crash
All six children onboard a Co Donegal bus that crashed this morning were uninjured - thanks in large part to all of them wearing seat belts. The bus, under contract to Bus Éireann, was involved in a collision on its way to Burt Post Primary School, in Co Donegal.
All six children onboard a Co Donegal bus that crashed this morning were uninjured - thanks in large part to all of them wearing seat belts. The bus, under contract to Bus Éireann, was involved in a collision on its way to Burt Post Primary School, in Co Donegal.
Case Against Garda 'Death Driver' Adjourned
Legal arguments today saw the adjournment of a case against a garda officer involved in an incident in which a 24-year-old man died. Garda Damien Carey was in Dublin District Court, charged with having a bald tyre in Lucan on 4 March 2007.
Legal arguments today saw the adjournment of a case against a garda officer involved in an incident in which a 24-year-old man died. Garda Damien Carey was in Dublin District Court, charged with having a bald tyre in Lucan on 4 March 2007.
Bomb Alert Hoax Chaos
Thousands of people were forced to flee a bomb alert in Dublin that later proved to be an 'elaborate hoax'. Large numbers of people had to be evacuated from the centre of Dublin city at the weekend.
Thousands of people were forced to flee a bomb alert in Dublin that later proved to be an 'elaborate hoax'. Large numbers of people had to be evacuated from the centre of Dublin city at the weekend.
Maternity Care Set For Boost
A private medical group has announced plans to build a new women's, children's and maternity hospital in south Dublin. The new hospital, if approved by the planning authorities, will have the capacity to deal with 3,000 births every year.
A private medical group has announced plans to build a new women's, children's and maternity hospital in south Dublin. The new hospital, if approved by the planning authorities, will have the capacity to deal with 3,000 births every year.
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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.