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Irish News on Mon, Aug 11 2025, 365 days ago
How Fenbro Makes Buying Windows And Doors Easy And Affordable
Buying joinery is an expensive purchase. And if you purchase windows and doors in Ireland from far afield, it may even feel like a leap of faith. You have every right to worry if the quality of your chosen products is not going to disappoint and whether the supplier is trustworthy.
Buying joinery is an expensive purchase. And if you purchase windows and doors in Ireland from far afield, it may even feel like a leap of faith. You have every right to worry if the quality of your chosen products is not going to disappoint and whether the supplier is trustworthy.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 11 2017, 3,287 days ago
Ticket Touting: GAA Cancel Number Of Tickets For Dublin v Tyrone Match
The GAA has cancelled a number of tickets for the Dublin v Tyrone All-Ireland football semi-final on 27 August. Fans are also being urged not to buy tickets above face value by other vendors online.
The GAA has cancelled a number of tickets for the Dublin v Tyrone All-Ireland football semi-final on 27 August. Fans are also being urged not to buy tickets above face value by other vendors online.
Serious Concerns Raised Over Number Of Young Homeless Children
Serious concerns have been raised over the high number of young homeless children. St Vincent de Paul (SVP) said the latest CSO Census figures are of "grave concern" and has called for "urgent action".
Serious concerns have been raised over the high number of young homeless children. St Vincent de Paul (SVP) said the latest CSO Census figures are of "grave concern" and has called for "urgent action".
Irish News on Thu, Aug 11 2016, 3,652 days ago
Two Men Arrested After 'Assassination Kit' Found In Stolen Car
Two men have been arrested after an "assassination kit" was discovered in a stolen car in north Dublin, according to Gardai. Two handguns, ammunition and a canister of petrol were also found during a vehicle search. The car had been stolen on 06 August.
Two men have been arrested after an "assassination kit" was discovered in a stolen car in north Dublin, according to Gardai. Two handguns, ammunition and a canister of petrol were also found during a vehicle search. The car had been stolen on 06 August.
52-Year-Old Man Killed In Single Vehicle Collision
A 52-year-old man has died following a single vehicle collision in Co Kerry. The collision occurred on the N86 between Ballintaggart and Dingle at approximately 3.20pm on Wednesday, 10 August. The man was injured when the minibus he was driving left the road and struck a ditch.
A 52-year-old man has died following a single vehicle collision in Co Kerry. The collision occurred on the N86 between Ballintaggart and Dingle at approximately 3.20pm on Wednesday, 10 August. The man was injured when the minibus he was driving left the road and struck a ditch.
Appeal Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl
Gardaí in Co Kerry have issued an appeal for help in tracing 16-year-old Chloe Palmer. The teenager has been missing from her home in Kilgarvan, Co Kerry, since Wednesday, 03 August.
Gardaí in Co Kerry have issued an appeal for help in tracing 16-year-old Chloe Palmer. The teenager has been missing from her home in Kilgarvan, Co Kerry, since Wednesday, 03 August.
Pedestrian Killed By SUV In Co Louth
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision on the Slane Road in Drogheda. A male pedestrian, aged in his 40s, died in hospital after he was struck by an SUV at about 10.20pm on Wednesday night, 11 August.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision on the Slane Road in Drogheda. A male pedestrian, aged in his 40s, died in hospital after he was struck by an SUV at about 10.20pm on Wednesday night, 11 August.
100 New Jobs For Cork With ByrneLooby Expansion
Up to 100 new jobs are to be created in Cork following the acquisition of Cronin Miller Consultation by ByrneLooby. Irish-owned ByrneLooby provides infrastructure design for large scale engineering projects both in Ireland and overseas.
Up to 100 new jobs are to be created in Cork following the acquisition of Cronin Miller Consultation by ByrneLooby. Irish-owned ByrneLooby provides infrastructure design for large scale engineering projects both in Ireland and overseas.
Govt Urged To Acknowledge Value Of Stay At Home Parents
The government has been urged to restore payments and qualifying levels for stay at home parents, especially to one parent families who have faced "savage cuts" over recent years.
The government has been urged to restore payments and qualifying levels for stay at home parents, especially to one parent families who have faced "savage cuts" over recent years.
Fianna Fáil Leader Expresses Sadness Ahead Of Dr Edward Daly's Funeral
Fianna Fáil Leader, Micheál Martin, has expressed his sadness at the passing of Dr Edward Daly ahead of his funeral mass today, 11 August. The former Bishop of Derry died in hospital on Monday, 08 August following a long illness. He was 82-years-old.
Fianna Fáil Leader, Micheál Martin, has expressed his sadness at the passing of Dr Edward Daly ahead of his funeral mass today, 11 August. The former Bishop of Derry died in hospital on Monday, 08 August following a long illness. He was 82-years-old.
Discussions Begin At WRC Over St Aidan's Services Dispute
SIPTU representatives are to attend a meeting at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) today (Thursday) to discuss a dispute over non-payment of increments at St Aidan's Services. Workers at the day care centre had agreed to four, 24 hour, work stoppages to be held over the next month.
SIPTU representatives are to attend a meeting at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) today (Thursday) to discuss a dispute over non-payment of increments at St Aidan's Services. Workers at the day care centre had agreed to four, 24 hour, work stoppages to be held over the next month.
Customer Service Survey Launched For Passport Service
A customer service survey has been launched seeking the views of users of the Passport Service in an effort to improve customer service standards.
A customer service survey has been launched seeking the views of users of the Passport Service in an effort to improve customer service standards.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 11 2015, 4,018 days ago
HSE Plan For Health Identifier Numbers Described As 'Absurd'
An HSE plan to proceed with the introduction of a new system of 'individual health identifier numbers' has been described as a "costly duplication of PPS numbers".
An HSE plan to proceed with the introduction of a new system of 'individual health identifier numbers' has been described as a "costly duplication of PPS numbers".
Work To Begin On New Development At Nenagh Hospital
Work on a new €4.8 million, 24-bed development at Nenagh Hospital is due to begin next week, following a ceremony on site which saw Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Alan Kelly officially turn the first sod on Monday.
Work on a new €4.8 million, 24-bed development at Nenagh Hospital is due to begin next week, following a ceremony on site which saw Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Alan Kelly officially turn the first sod on Monday.
Cigarettes And Tobacco Seized In Cork
Illegal cigarettes and tobacco with an estimated retail value of almost €23,000 have been seized by Revenue's Customs Service in Cork.
Illegal cigarettes and tobacco with an estimated retail value of almost €23,000 have been seized by Revenue's Customs Service in Cork.
New State-Of-The-Art Double Decker Buses Unveiled In Dublin
Ninety new state-of-the-art double decker buses are to be rolled out across Dublin, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe, has announced.
Ninety new state-of-the-art double decker buses are to be rolled out across Dublin, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe, has announced.
Witnesses Sought Following Fatal Road Accident In Co Louth
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident in Collon, Co Louth. The single vehicle road accident happened at about 1am on Tuesday morning close to Brannigan's Cross on the Collon to Tinure Road.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident in Collon, Co Louth. The single vehicle road accident happened at about 1am on Tuesday morning close to Brannigan's Cross on the Collon to Tinure Road.
Man Arrested Over Co Meath Shooting
A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Kells, Co Meath. A 40-year-old man has been charged in connection with an incident where a firearm was discharged at a house in the Archdeaconery area of Kells, Co Meath on Saturday, 08 August 2015.
A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Kells, Co Meath. A 40-year-old man has been charged in connection with an incident where a firearm was discharged at a house in the Archdeaconery area of Kells, Co Meath on Saturday, 08 August 2015.
Five Arrested In Dissident Republican Investigation
Four men and one woman have been arrested as part of an operation targeting dissident republican activity in the Dublin region. The arrests were made on Saturday, 08 August in an operation led by Special Detective Unit, Emergency Response Unit and Crime and Security Branch.
Four men and one woman have been arrested as part of an operation targeting dissident republican activity in the Dublin region. The arrests were made on Saturday, 08 August in an operation led by Special Detective Unit, Emergency Response Unit and Crime and Security Branch.
Govt Urged Not To Allow Weapons Testing In Ireland
The Government have been urged to ban the testing of all weapons used in armed conflicts on Irish territory. Making the call, Dublin Sinn Féin MEP, Lynn Boylan, said the party was "vehemently opposed to Ireland becoming a testing centre for weapons manufacturers".
The Government have been urged to ban the testing of all weapons used in armed conflicts on Irish territory. Making the call, Dublin Sinn Féin MEP, Lynn Boylan, said the party was "vehemently opposed to Ireland becoming a testing centre for weapons manufacturers".
New National Children's Hospital Planning Application Submitted
A planning application for the new National Children's Hospital on the St James Hospital campus has been lodged with An Bord Pleanála. Welcoming the news, Sinn Féin's Aengus Ó Snodaigh, described the proposal as a "landmark day for children's medical care and for the local communities".
A planning application for the new National Children's Hospital on the St James Hospital campus has been lodged with An Bord Pleanála. Welcoming the news, Sinn Féin's Aengus Ó Snodaigh, described the proposal as a "landmark day for children's medical care and for the local communities".
Irish News on Mon, Aug 11 2014, 4,383 days ago
Irishman Arrested In Spain After Suitcases Of Cocaine Thrown From Window
A 39-year-old Irishman has been arrested in Spain after allegedly throwing two suitcases of cocaine from a hotel window, the Irish Times have reported.
A 39-year-old Irishman has been arrested in Spain after allegedly throwing two suitcases of cocaine from a hotel window, the Irish Times have reported.
Met Éireann Warn Of More Heavy Rain
A warning has been issued for further heavy rain today and tomorrow by Met Éireann. Torrential rain over the weekend caused flooding in several parts across the country, affecting sporting events and the final day of the Dublin Horse Show.
A warning has been issued for further heavy rain today and tomorrow by Met Éireann. Torrential rain over the weekend caused flooding in several parts across the country, affecting sporting events and the final day of the Dublin Horse Show.
Gardaí Appeal For Hit-And-Run Driver To Come Forward
Gardaí in Cork have appealed to the male driver and two female passengers of a silver BMW that failed to stopped after hitting a 12-year-old boy to come forward.
Gardaí in Cork have appealed to the male driver and two female passengers of a silver BMW that failed to stopped after hitting a 12-year-old boy to come forward.
Investigation Launched Into Cork Shopping Centre Fire
An investigation has been launched into a fire at a shopping centre in Cork. Cork City Fire Service was called just before 14:00 after a fie broke out in a hair saloon at the entrance to Douglas Shopping Centre.
An investigation has been launched into a fire at a shopping centre in Cork. Cork City Fire Service was called just before 14:00 after a fie broke out in a hair saloon at the entrance to Douglas Shopping Centre.
Swimming Ban Lifted On North Dublin Beaches
A swimming ban on 12 beaches in north Dublin has been lifted, Fingal County Council has confirmed.
A swimming ban on 12 beaches in north Dublin has been lifted, Fingal County Council has confirmed.
Appeal Issued For Missing Co Louth Man
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing 23-year-old Kenneth Fagan, who has been missing in Co Louth since 6 August. Mr Fagan, commonly known as Ken, was last seen in Dundalk at about 13:30 on Wednesday 6 August.
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing 23-year-old Kenneth Fagan, who has been missing in Co Louth since 6 August. Mr Fagan, commonly known as Ken, was last seen in Dundalk at about 13:30 on Wednesday 6 August.
Man Arrested Over Cannabis And Cocaine Find
Cannabis and cocaine worth an estimated €460,000 has been seized by gardaí in Dublin. The seizure was made at a house at Lough Conn Terrace in Ballyfermot on Sunday, gardaí have said. A cocaine press and mixing agents were also found in the search.
Cannabis and cocaine worth an estimated €460,000 has been seized by gardaí in Dublin. The seizure was made at a house at Lough Conn Terrace in Ballyfermot on Sunday, gardaí have said. A cocaine press and mixing agents were also found in the search.
Investigation Launched After Body Found In Carlow
The body of a woman has been found in a house in Carlow. Gardaí say that the body of a 37-year-old woman was discovered at a house in the Craigcullen area of Carlow at about 21:45 on Sunday. The body remains at the scene to allow for a forensic examination.
The body of a woman has been found in a house in Carlow. Gardaí say that the body of a 37-year-old woman was discovered at a house in the Craigcullen area of Carlow at about 21:45 on Sunday. The body remains at the scene to allow for a forensic examination.
FF Back Calls For Specialist Drugs Task Force
Fianna Fáil has backed calls by Dublin Lord Mayor, Christy Burke, for a special task force to be established to tackle the escalating drug problem.
Fianna Fáil has backed calls by Dublin Lord Mayor, Christy Burke, for a special task force to be established to tackle the escalating drug problem.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 11 2011, 5,479 days ago
'Binned' Hospital Medical Records Found
Three investigations have now been launched into the discovery of private medical records of dozens of patients in a bin outside Roscommon County Hospital. The records are reported to have been found by a woman out walking her dog.
Three investigations have now been launched into the discovery of private medical records of dozens of patients in a bin outside Roscommon County Hospital. The records are reported to have been found by a woman out walking her dog.
Arrest Quickly Follows Belfast Stabbing
Police have moved fast and arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder in Co Down just over an hour after a woman was stabbed at a medical centre miles away, in north Belfast. The attack happened at the Grove Wellbeing Centre on York Road at about noon on Thursday.
Police have moved fast and arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder in Co Down just over an hour after a woman was stabbed at a medical centre miles away, in north Belfast. The attack happened at the Grove Wellbeing Centre on York Road at about noon on Thursday.
Man Released In Cork Arson Investigation
A man arrested in connection with an arson attack on the home of an elderly woman in Cork city last year has been released without charge.
A man arrested in connection with an arson attack on the home of an elderly woman in Cork city last year has been released without charge.
Past Northern Murders In Focus
A new report has said that a young man shot dead by the British Army at the height of The Troubles in August 1971 was innocent.
A new report has said that a young man shot dead by the British Army at the height of The Troubles in August 1971 was innocent.
More Couples Seeking Marriage Counselling
A record number of couples are seeking marriage counselling services, the Catholic marriage care service, Accord, has revealed. The service revealed that 43,627 hours of counselling were provided to 6.
A record number of couples are seeking marriage counselling services, the Catholic marriage care service, Accord, has revealed. The service revealed that 43,627 hours of counselling were provided to 6.
Shot Man's Wounds 'Not Life Threatening'
A 35-year-old man has been shot twice in the leg inside a house in Twinbrook in Co Antrim on the outskirts of Belfast. A young girl and a woman were in the house in the Summerhill Drive area when the attack happened on Wednesday night.
A 35-year-old man has been shot twice in the leg inside a house in Twinbrook in Co Antrim on the outskirts of Belfast. A young girl and a woman were in the house in the Summerhill Drive area when the attack happened on Wednesday night.
Alliance HQ Faces Strip-Search Protestors
Republicans have this morning staged a protest in support of prisoners at the Alliance Party headquarters in south Belfast.
Republicans have this morning staged a protest in support of prisoners at the Alliance Party headquarters in south Belfast.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 11 2010, 5,844 days ago
Rapist's Freedom Can's Be Halted: Ahern
A rapist is to go free shortly despite calls to revoke remission of the sentence of the sex offender. Minister for Justice Dermot Ahern has again stressed that he is not in a position to stop the release of convicted rapist Larry Murphy from prison.
A rapist is to go free shortly despite calls to revoke remission of the sentence of the sex offender. Minister for Justice Dermot Ahern has again stressed that he is not in a position to stop the release of convicted rapist Larry Murphy from prison.
Proposed House Price Database 'Confusing'
There is confusion today as to how a new Irish database to monitor market trends and house prices is to be established. Legislation announced yesterday hasn't fully outlined how data will be collected and published.
There is confusion today as to how a new Irish database to monitor market trends and house prices is to be established. Legislation announced yesterday hasn't fully outlined how data will be collected and published.
Man Guilty Of 'North' Transsexual's Murder
A man has been found guilty of killing a London transsexual sex worker who had family links to Belfast. Leon Fyle, 21, of Laleham Road, Lewisham, was found guilty of the murder of Destiny Lauren at her home in Leighton Crescent on November 5 last year.
A man has been found guilty of killing a London transsexual sex worker who had family links to Belfast. Leon Fyle, 21, of Laleham Road, Lewisham, was found guilty of the murder of Destiny Lauren at her home in Leighton Crescent on November 5 last year.
North's Policing Board Boss 'Quizzed'
A property developer who is current Chairman of the Northern Ireland Policing Board is to be questioned by PSNI detectives called in by the NI Housing Executive to investigate a company called Big Picture Developments, which lists the senior police scrutiny figure, Barry Gilligan, as one of its dire
A property developer who is current Chairman of the Northern Ireland Policing Board is to be questioned by PSNI detectives called in by the NI Housing Executive to investigate a company called Big Picture Developments, which lists the senior police scrutiny figure, Barry Gilligan, as one of its dire
€190 Million Promised For Tourism
Around €190 million will be invested in upgrading and developing tourist facilities around various locations in the Irish Republic to kick-start the struggling sector.
Around €190 million will be invested in upgrading and developing tourist facilities around various locations in the Irish Republic to kick-start the struggling sector.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 11 2009, 6,209 days ago
Second Death In Factory Tragedy
A second man has died from his injuries after a tragic accident at a Co Louth grain factory. The man, who was aged 35, had been in critical condition in hospital following the accident, in which his colleague also died.
A second man has died from his injuries after a tragic accident at a Co Louth grain factory. The man, who was aged 35, had been in critical condition in hospital following the accident, in which his colleague also died.
HSE Approves Tamiflu For Children Despite Study
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has rejected research by the a British lab suggesting anti-flu drug Tamiflu is unsuitable for young children.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has rejected research by the a British lab suggesting anti-flu drug Tamiflu is unsuitable for young children.
Digger Used In Attempted 'Smash And Grab'
Raiders have used a large digger to smash their way into a discount store in Co Carlow. The thieves used the large Hitachi Excavator to rip through the wall of the Aldi store in the Graiguecullen area of the town at about 4am yesterday.
Raiders have used a large digger to smash their way into a discount store in Co Carlow. The thieves used the large Hitachi Excavator to rip through the wall of the Aldi store in the Graiguecullen area of the town at about 4am yesterday.
Fianna Fail Hints At Welfare Cuts
The Government has warned cuts to welfare may be on the cards in the next budget. Minister for Social Affairs Mary Hanafin revealed today on RTÉ's Morning Ireland programme it would be "impossible" to cut public expenditure without reducing social welfare payments.
The Government has warned cuts to welfare may be on the cards in the next budget. Minister for Social Affairs Mary Hanafin revealed today on RTÉ's Morning Ireland programme it would be "impossible" to cut public expenditure without reducing social welfare payments.
'Deeply Saddened' By Shriver Death: Martin
Minister Michael Martin has said he was " eeply saddened" to learn of the death of the sister of John F Kennedy. Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of former US president John F Kennedy and founder of the Special Olympics died today aged 88.
Minister Michael Martin has said he was " eeply saddened" to learn of the death of the sister of John F Kennedy. Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of former US president John F Kennedy and founder of the Special Olympics died today aged 88.
Goodbye To 'Hello' Money From Suppliers
The Government has put forward proposals to put a stop to the practice of 'hello money' in the retail sector through a new code of practice.
The Government has put forward proposals to put a stop to the practice of 'hello money' in the retail sector through a new code of practice.
HSE Seeks Legal Advice Over Elderly Death
The Health Service Executive is to seek legal advice after the publication of a report into the death of an elderly woman at a geriatric psychiatric hospital in Co Cork in June 2006.
The Health Service Executive is to seek legal advice after the publication of a report into the death of an elderly woman at a geriatric psychiatric hospital in Co Cork in June 2006.
Man Dies At Kilkeel Factory
A man in his 40s has died after being trapped under machinery at a Co Down production plant. Named this afternoon as Keiran McClean, the victim was initially rushed from the Kilkeel facility to Newry's Daisy Hill Hospital last night.
A man in his 40s has died after being trapped under machinery at a Co Down production plant. Named this afternoon as Keiran McClean, the victim was initially rushed from the Kilkeel facility to Newry's Daisy Hill Hospital last night.
Hundreds Of Children In Care Go 'Missing'
A Fine Gael TD has revealed that since 2000, some 434 children have gone missing from the State's care system, and remain unfound.
A Fine Gael TD has revealed that since 2000, some 434 children have gone missing from the State's care system, and remain unfound.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 11 2008, 6,574 days ago
Meath Coach Crash Inquest Opens
An inquest has opened in Trim into a Bus Éireann crash which killed five schoolgirls in Co Meath three years ago. Claire McCluskey, Deirdre Scanlon, Lisa Callan, Aimee McCabe and Sinead Ledwidge died when the coach they were travelling in overturned on the Navan-Kentstown road in May 2005.
An inquest has opened in Trim into a Bus Éireann crash which killed five schoolgirls in Co Meath three years ago. Claire McCluskey, Deirdre Scanlon, Lisa Callan, Aimee McCabe and Sinead Ledwidge died when the coach they were travelling in overturned on the Navan-Kentstown road in May 2005.
Tobacco 'Concealed In Fruit' Seized
Customs officers at Rosslare Port have seized six million contraband cigarettes - concealed in a consignment of fruit and vegetables. The huge haul of cigarettes had arrived on a ferry from Cherbourg on Saturday, but are believed to have originated in Spain.
Customs officers at Rosslare Port have seized six million contraband cigarettes - concealed in a consignment of fruit and vegetables. The huge haul of cigarettes had arrived on a ferry from Cherbourg on Saturday, but are believed to have originated in Spain.
Data Missing As Laptop Computer Stolen
Gardaí and the Department of Education are investigating how the personal information of 380,000 social welfare recipients has been 'lost'.
Gardaí and the Department of Education are investigating how the personal information of 380,000 social welfare recipients has been 'lost'.
Undercover Drug Bust Exposed
Bouncers pounced as an Irish woman tried to sneak 100 ecstasy tablets into an Ibiza nightclub in her bra. The 23-year-old tourist was on her way into the Space nightclub in Playa d'en Bossa, just outside Ibiza town with seven of her friends when the drugs were discovered.
Bouncers pounced as an Irish woman tried to sneak 100 ecstasy tablets into an Ibiza nightclub in her bra. The 23-year-old tourist was on her way into the Space nightclub in Playa d'en Bossa, just outside Ibiza town with seven of her friends when the drugs were discovered.
University Fees To return?
The reintroduction of third-level fees is being considered by the Department of Education. It has been confirmed that it is being looked at as an option, but it is understood that any new charges would 'target' better-off families and would not apply to the less well-off.
The reintroduction of third-level fees is being considered by the Department of Education. It has been confirmed that it is being looked at as an option, but it is understood that any new charges would 'target' better-off families and would not apply to the less well-off.
Flood Damage To Dublin Homes Assessed, As Clean-Up Begins
A massive clean-up operation is underway on Dublin's main road links after weekend flash floods. The worst affected areas were in the north of the city. The floodwater has almost subsided, according to Gardai, who have reopened Blanchardstown's N3 and the M1 at Shantalle Bridge.
A massive clean-up operation is underway on Dublin's main road links after weekend flash floods. The worst affected areas were in the north of the city. The floodwater has almost subsided, according to Gardai, who have reopened Blanchardstown's N3 and the M1 at Shantalle Bridge.
Clare Heritage Week 2008 Programme Of Events Is Launched
Over 50 events are scheduled to take place around Clare as part of Heritage Week 2008, which takes place from 24–31 August.
Over 50 events are scheduled to take place around Clare as part of Heritage Week 2008, which takes place from 24–31 August.
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