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Irish News on Tue, Jul 23 2024, 730 days ago
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Irish News on Tue, Jul 23 2019, 2,557 days ago
Information Sought On Stabbing Incident In Limerick City
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a stabbing incident in Limerick City. A man, aged in his 20s, in being treated in hospital for stab wounds he received in an incident at an apartment at Rover Point Apartments in Limerick at about 4pm on Monday, 22 July.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a stabbing incident in Limerick City. A man, aged in his 20s, in being treated in hospital for stab wounds he received in an incident at an apartment at Rover Point Apartments in Limerick at about 4pm on Monday, 22 July.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 23 2015, 4,018 days ago
Gardaí Appeal For Missing Teen Nathan Mulligan
Gardaí are appealing for information to trace the whereabouts of 16-year-old Nathan Mulligan. Nathan has been missing from Athy, County Kildare, since Tuesday 21 July 2015. Nathan is described as being 5'10", of athletic build with brown eyes and black hair which is shaved at the sides.
Gardaí are appealing for information to trace the whereabouts of 16-year-old Nathan Mulligan. Nathan has been missing from Athy, County Kildare, since Tuesday 21 July 2015. Nathan is described as being 5'10", of athletic build with brown eyes and black hair which is shaved at the sides.
New Campaign Launches To Encourage UK Nurses To Work In Ireland
The HSE has launched a new recruitment campaign to attract nurses and midwives working in the UK and further afield to work in Ireland. The HSE has vacancies in a range of hospital and community facilities and is seeking to attract up to 500 nurses and midwives.
The HSE has launched a new recruitment campaign to attract nurses and midwives working in the UK and further afield to work in Ireland. The HSE has vacancies in a range of hospital and community facilities and is seeking to attract up to 500 nurses and midwives.
Investigation Launched After Man Killed In Industrial Accident In Galway
An investigation has been launched after a man was killed in an industrial accident in Galway. The incident happened at a yard in Corranadulla on Wednesday at approximately 3.15pm. The man, believed to be in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
An investigation has been launched after a man was killed in an industrial accident in Galway. The incident happened at a yard in Corranadulla on Wednesday at approximately 3.15pm. The man, believed to be in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
ROHM Acquires Powervation
Japanese firm ROHM has acquired Cork-based Powervation Ltd, a privately held digital power IC company that develops Digital Power Management system-on-chip (SoC) solutions, for approximately $70m (€63.7m).
Japanese firm ROHM has acquired Cork-based Powervation Ltd, a privately held digital power IC company that develops Digital Power Management system-on-chip (SoC) solutions, for approximately $70m (€63.7m).
Funding Secured For Over 1,000 New Housing Units
Funding has been allocated to deliver almost 1,200 new housing units across Ireland.
Funding has been allocated to deliver almost 1,200 new housing units across Ireland.
Appeal For Missing Teen Aimee Roche
Gardaí are appealing for help in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Aimee Roche who has been missing from the Togher area since 19 July. Aimee is described as being approx 5'5", slim build, brown eyes, short hair shaved at sides. When last seen, she was wearing a wine/navy hoody (No.
Gardaí are appealing for help in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Aimee Roche who has been missing from the Togher area since 19 July. Aimee is described as being approx 5'5", slim build, brown eyes, short hair shaved at sides. When last seen, she was wearing a wine/navy hoody (No.
ABF Food Group Complete Redevelopment In Tipperary
ABP Food Group has completed a €50m redevelopment of its facilities in Cahir, Co Tipperary. The redevelopment includes an extension and upgrade of the company's current food processing facilities as well as the introduction of a new sgel bone production plant at its neighbouring by-products site.
ABP Food Group has completed a €50m redevelopment of its facilities in Cahir, Co Tipperary. The redevelopment includes an extension and upgrade of the company's current food processing facilities as well as the introduction of a new sgel bone production plant at its neighbouring by-products site.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 23 2014, 4,383 days ago
Man Charged Over Gardaí Drug Seizure
A man arrested on Monday by Gardaí from the National Drugs Unit has been charged and is due to appear before Cloverhill District Court on Tuesday 29 July 2014 at 10:30.
A man arrested on Monday by Gardaí from the National Drugs Unit has been charged and is due to appear before Cloverhill District Court on Tuesday 29 July 2014 at 10:30.
Itron Announces 40 Jobs For County Cork
40 jobs are to be created through the establishment of a Global Business Services centre in County Cork by technology and services company Itron. The company is hiring for the new facility in City Gate Park in Mahon.
40 jobs are to be created through the establishment of a Global Business Services centre in County Cork by technology and services company Itron. The company is hiring for the new facility in City Gate Park in Mahon.
Call For Govt To Support Property Tax Reduction
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson for the Environment, Barry Cowen, has called on the Government to support the part's campaign to introduce a 15% reduction in property tax for homeowners. He has also suggested that local authorities introducing the tax cut should not be penalised for doing so.
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson for the Environment, Barry Cowen, has called on the Government to support the part's campaign to introduce a 15% reduction in property tax for homeowners. He has also suggested that local authorities introducing the tax cut should not be penalised for doing so.
Teen Killed In Quad Bike Accident
A teenager has died in a quad bike accident in Co Limerick. The incident happened on the R507 Oola to Doon Road at around 1.45pm on Tuesday. It is thought the 17-year-old male lost control of the bike and collided with a tractor that was cutting hedges along the narrow road.
A teenager has died in a quad bike accident in Co Limerick. The incident happened on the R507 Oola to Doon Road at around 1.45pm on Tuesday. It is thought the 17-year-old male lost control of the bike and collided with a tractor that was cutting hedges along the narrow road.
Homelessness Charity Sees 25% Increase In Demand
The number of people availing of a major Irish homelessness charity increased by 25% from 2012 - 2013, the charity said. Focus Ireland services rose to over 10,000 over the course of the year.
The number of people availing of a major Irish homelessness charity increased by 25% from 2012 - 2013, the charity said. Focus Ireland services rose to over 10,000 over the course of the year.
Mayo Distillery Creates 18 Jobs
Plans for a new whiskey distillery in Connaught – the first in the region for more than 100 years – has been announced by Taoiseach Enda Kenny.
Plans for a new whiskey distillery in Connaught – the first in the region for more than 100 years – has been announced by Taoiseach Enda Kenny.
Coast Guard Issues Fog Warning
The Coast Guard has advised people to stay away from coastal areas where there is sea fog present. The warning comes after two incidents occurred in Dublin on Tuesday. At Sandymount Beach in Dublin, three teenage girls had to be rescued after they because lost in fog.
The Coast Guard has advised people to stay away from coastal areas where there is sea fog present. The warning comes after two incidents occurred in Dublin on Tuesday. At Sandymount Beach in Dublin, three teenage girls had to be rescued after they because lost in fog.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 23 2013, 4,748 days ago
Sea And Shore Search For Baby Called Off
A search operation for a suspect lost baby in Co Donegal has been called off. The operation was launched after a woman's body was recovered from the sea close to Malin and a member of the public said they had seen the woman earlier that day with a baby.
A search operation for a suspect lost baby in Co Donegal has been called off. The operation was launched after a woman's body was recovered from the sea close to Malin and a member of the public said they had seen the woman earlier that day with a baby.
More Inspectors To Clamp Down On Rogue Taxi Drivers
A major new initiative has been launched to tackle rogue taxi drivers, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has announced.
A major new initiative has been launched to tackle rogue taxi drivers, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has announced.
Gardaí Launch Investigation After A Body Is Found In Co Kildare
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body by the side of a road in Co Kildare. The body was found lying in a gateway at Lipstown Lower, Narraghmore, Athy, at around 15:30 yesterday.
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body by the side of a road in Co Kildare. The body was found lying in a gateway at Lipstown Lower, Narraghmore, Athy, at around 15:30 yesterday.
Six Fire Crews Tackle Second Howth Hill Gorse Fire
Six Dublin Fire Brigade units tackled a gorse fire on Howth Hill on Monday night. The emergency services were called to the scene at around 22:00 last night. It is the second gorse fire in the area in a week.
Six Dublin Fire Brigade units tackled a gorse fire on Howth Hill on Monday night. The emergency services were called to the scene at around 22:00 last night. It is the second gorse fire in the area in a week.
Two Die In Road Crashes In Tipperary And Sligo
A 22-year-old man has died in a road accident in Co Sligo. It is understood that the man died when he was thrown from his tractor and struck by a trailer it was towing at around 6.20pm on Monday. The accident happened at Clogher, Monasteraden. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 22-year-old man has died in a road accident in Co Sligo. It is understood that the man died when he was thrown from his tractor and struck by a trailer it was towing at around 6.20pm on Monday. The accident happened at Clogher, Monasteraden. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation Launched Into Fatal Stabbing
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of the body of man stabbed to death in the early hours of the morning in Ennis, Co Clare. It is understood that the victim is a Polish man (31) attending a party in the town.
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of the body of man stabbed to death in the early hours of the morning in Ennis, Co Clare. It is understood that the victim is a Polish man (31) attending a party in the town.
Rabbitte Willing To Examine UK Online Pornography Ban
Following the announcement that the UK government is to introduce legislation to make internet service providers (ISPs) block access to pornography, Minister for Communications Pat Rabbitte is said to be considering similar action.
Following the announcement that the UK government is to introduce legislation to make internet service providers (ISPs) block access to pornography, Minister for Communications Pat Rabbitte is said to be considering similar action.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 23 2012, 5,113 days ago
Cork Man Dies During English Channel Swim
A 45-year-old Irishman has died 1km off the coast of France while attempting to swim the English Channel. Paraic Casey from Co Cork was just 1.5km from Calais when he took ill at about 1.
A 45-year-old Irishman has died 1km off the coast of France while attempting to swim the English Channel. Paraic Casey from Co Cork was just 1.5km from Calais when he took ill at about 1.
Life Sentence For Man Found Guilty Of Dublin Murder
A Dublin man has been given a life sentence after he was found guilty of shooting dead a father-of-one who sat as a passenger in a parked car.
A Dublin man has been given a life sentence after he was found guilty of shooting dead a father-of-one who sat as a passenger in a parked car.
4-Year-Old Boy Dies In Swimming Accident
A 4-year-old boy has died following an incident at the National Aquatic Centre in Abbotstown, Co Dublin yesterday. The boy was swimming with his father in the Aqua Zone section at about 6.30 pm yesterday evening when the accident happened, details of which have not been released.
A 4-year-old boy has died following an incident at the National Aquatic Centre in Abbotstown, Co Dublin yesterday. The boy was swimming with his father in the Aqua Zone section at about 6.30 pm yesterday evening when the accident happened, details of which have not been released.
Sinn Fein TD Defends €10,000 Payment For Role-less Committee
A Sinn Fein TD has defended the €10,000 he was paid for serving as chairman of a committee that only met a handful of times.
A Sinn Fein TD has defended the €10,000 he was paid for serving as chairman of a committee that only met a handful of times.
New Campaign Targets Slow Drivers
A campaign to highlight the dangers caused by slow drivers has been unveiled. The initiative has been launched by Mayo County Council after it was discovered that almost 7pc of accidents in the county were caused by improper overtaking.
A campaign to highlight the dangers caused by slow drivers has been unveiled. The initiative has been launched by Mayo County Council after it was discovered that almost 7pc of accidents in the county were caused by improper overtaking.
Text Protest Launched Over Train Announcements
A protest has been launched over the quality of Iarnród Éireann's audio announcements on trains. The group is urging blind people, the visually impaired and their supporters to send text messages to the press officers of Iarnród Éireann.
A protest has been launched over the quality of Iarnród Éireann's audio announcements on trains. The group is urging blind people, the visually impaired and their supporters to send text messages to the press officers of Iarnród Éireann.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 23 2010, 5,844 days ago
Man Arrested After Co Dublin Stabbing
A man has been arrested this morning after a 20-year-old man died from stab wounds in the Swords area of Co Dublin, last night.
A man has been arrested this morning after a 20-year-old man died from stab wounds in the Swords area of Co Dublin, last night.
State Assets' Future Face Review
The Minister of Finance has appointed a review group to look into whether there should be some selling off of Ireland's state assets to balance the books.
The Minister of Finance has appointed a review group to look into whether there should be some selling off of Ireland's state assets to balance the books.
Report Recommends More Road Tolls
A report by a local government group has today called for more tolls on national roads as part of a package to save €500 million. The Local Government Efficiency Review Group's Cabinet approved the report, which will be published today, at its meeting in Farmleigh on Wednesday.
A report by a local government group has today called for more tolls on national roads as part of a package to save €500 million. The Local Government Efficiency Review Group's Cabinet approved the report, which will be published today, at its meeting in Farmleigh on Wednesday.
Sex Scandal Brothers Volunteer For Treatment
There has been a welcome for news that two Co Fermanagh brothers at the heart of a sex abuse scandal have been admitted to a psychiatric unit.
There has been a welcome for news that two Co Fermanagh brothers at the heart of a sex abuse scandal have been admitted to a psychiatric unit.
Director-General Of RTÉ Steps Down
Following a meeting yesterday the Board of RTÉ announced that it will shortly begin the process to appoint a new Director-General of RTÉ. The Board has accepted the decision of the Director-General, Cathal Goan, to step down from his position having served his full seven-year term.
Following a meeting yesterday the Board of RTÉ announced that it will shortly begin the process to appoint a new Director-General of RTÉ. The Board has accepted the decision of the Director-General, Cathal Goan, to step down from his position having served his full seven-year term.
Dissident Bomb Attack On PSNI Condemned
There has been condemnation of a pipe bomb in the grounds of a west Belfast police station.
There has been condemnation of a pipe bomb in the grounds of a west Belfast police station.
'Don't Steal Our Shannon Water' Says Limerick
There have been calls for an examination of the environmental and economic consequences of Dublin City Council's plans to draw water supplies from the River Shannon. The development of a major reservoir and waterway, fed by the River Shannon, (see: <A HREF= 'http://www.constructionireland.
There have been calls for an examination of the environmental and economic consequences of Dublin City Council's plans to draw water supplies from the River Shannon. The development of a major reservoir and waterway, fed by the River Shannon, (see: <A HREF= 'http://www.constructionireland.
Ireland's Broadband 'Third Most Expensive'
A survey published today has shown that the Republic of Ireland's broadband is the third most expensive amongst the 28 countries belonging to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
A survey published today has shown that the Republic of Ireland's broadband is the third most expensive amongst the 28 countries belonging to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 23 2009, 6,209 days ago
Gang And Defamation Bills Signed Into Law
Highly controversial new legislation has become law. The Defamation and Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bills have been signed this morning by President McAleese.
Highly controversial new legislation has become law. The Defamation and Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bills have been signed this morning by President McAleese.
UVF Boss Charged Over 1997 Murder
Convicted loyalist Mark Haddock has been charged with the murder of a man more than 12 years ago. Haddock appeared before Belfast Magistrates Court this morning accused of killing John Harbinson in May 1997.
Convicted loyalist Mark Haddock has been charged with the murder of a man more than 12 years ago. Haddock appeared before Belfast Magistrates Court this morning accused of killing John Harbinson in May 1997.
Help Sought Over 2004 Piltown Murder
Clonmel gardaí are today renewing their previous appeal for public assistance in relation to an unsolved murder. The officers are seeking help over the case of 25-year-old Paiche Onyemaechi Unyolo from Malawi. The victim's body was discovered in Brenar Bridge, Piltown, Co.
Clonmel gardaí are today renewing their previous appeal for public assistance in relation to an unsolved murder. The officers are seeking help over the case of 25-year-old Paiche Onyemaechi Unyolo from Malawi. The victim's body was discovered in Brenar Bridge, Piltown, Co.
Irish Hotel Profits Plunge
Hoteliers are suffering the effects of recession, with the impact being more severe in the Irish Republic than Northern Ireland. However, after the boom times of 2007 - in Belfast in particular - business has seen a substantial fall, especially in lucrative, high-spending conference business.
Hoteliers are suffering the effects of recession, with the impact being more severe in the Irish Republic than Northern Ireland. However, after the boom times of 2007 - in Belfast in particular - business has seen a substantial fall, especially in lucrative, high-spending conference business.
Further Find Follows Finglas Haul
Gardaí in Finglas investigating the seizure of a substance - believed to be heroin - on St Margarets Rd Finglas yesterday, have since carried out a follow-up search at an apartment. They went to the premsies in the Northwood Complex in Santry yesterday evening shortly after 8.00pm.
Gardaí in Finglas investigating the seizure of a substance - believed to be heroin - on St Margarets Rd Finglas yesterday, have since carried out a follow-up search at an apartment. They went to the premsies in the Northwood Complex in Santry yesterday evening shortly after 8.00pm.
Grocery Shoppers 'Buying Less': Survey
Half of grocery shoppers have changed their habits since the start of the year, with more than a third saying they now buy less than at the start of the year. However, what they do buy may well be cheaper.
Half of grocery shoppers have changed their habits since the start of the year, with more than a third saying they now buy less than at the start of the year. However, what they do buy may well be cheaper.
Rejection Of Electricians' Pay Deal Gets Backing
There has been a welcome for the recent decision by members of AECI union to reject a propsed 4.9% pay increase. The National Electrical Contractors of Ireland (NECI) have supported the move - worth around €1.
There has been a welcome for the recent decision by members of AECI union to reject a propsed 4.9% pay increase. The National Electrical Contractors of Ireland (NECI) have supported the move - worth around €1.
Return To Mullaghmore Remembers Mountbatten
An independent TV company has been commissioned by RTÉ and AETN UK to produce a hard-hitting programme documenting the violent death of The Queen's 'uncle'.
An independent TV company has been commissioned by RTÉ and AETN UK to produce a hard-hitting programme documenting the violent death of The Queen's 'uncle'.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 23 2008, 6,574 days ago
Soldier Dies In Further Afghan Carnage
Days after an Irish soldier was injured following an explosion in Afghanistan, a colleague in the British army has been killed in a separate incident. The soldier who died was a member of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), on attachment to the Parachute Regiment.
Days after an Irish soldier was injured following an explosion in Afghanistan, a colleague in the British army has been killed in a separate incident. The soldier who died was a member of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), on attachment to the Parachute Regiment.
LRC Mediates In Hospital Dispute
Ireland's Labour Relations Commission (LRC) has intervened in the on-going dispute between trade union IMPACT and the Health Service Executive (HSE) over an alleged jobs freeze in the health service.
Ireland's Labour Relations Commission (LRC) has intervened in the on-going dispute between trade union IMPACT and the Health Service Executive (HSE) over an alleged jobs freeze in the health service.
Irish Nurse In Turkey Death Fall
A young Irishwoman has died after taking a fall during a holiday in Turkey. The woman is believed to be Mary Linnane, and is understood to have fallen from the balcony of an apartment in the early hours of Tuesday morning while holidaying in the resort town of Kusadasi.
A young Irishwoman has died after taking a fall during a holiday in Turkey. The woman is believed to be Mary Linnane, and is understood to have fallen from the balcony of an apartment in the early hours of Tuesday morning while holidaying in the resort town of Kusadasi.
Irish Exports Fail To Match 2007 Levels
The growth of Irish exports has fallen by 3% on 2007 according to figures released by the Central Statistics Office. Although the value of exports grew by 7% to €7.45 billion May 2008, the numbers still remain below last years figures.
The growth of Irish exports has fallen by 3% on 2007 according to figures released by the Central Statistics Office. Although the value of exports grew by 7% to €7.45 billion May 2008, the numbers still remain below last years figures.
TD Offers Ireland As Olympic Training Ground
Ireland has been suggested as an Olympic training ground for London 2012's athletes by a Fine Fail TD.
Ireland has been suggested as an Olympic training ground for London 2012's athletes by a Fine Fail TD.
Woman Injured In Hit And Run
Gardaí are appealing for information following a hit and run incident in Dublin, which left a cyclist seriously injured. The collision took place at 6.
Gardaí are appealing for information following a hit and run incident in Dublin, which left a cyclist seriously injured. The collision took place at 6.
Child Porn Becoming 'More And More Disturbing' Says Watchdog
An Irish internet watchdog has revealed that reports of suspected child pornography have increased by 62% in the last two years. The report released on Tuesday said operators of hotline.
An Irish internet watchdog has revealed that reports of suspected child pornography have increased by 62% in the last two years. The report released on Tuesday said operators of hotline.
Twelve Arrested Over Pipeline Protest
Gardaí have arrested a dozen people in Co Mayo following a protest against the Corrib gas pipeline. The 12 are part of a group opposing the location of the €300m gas refinery 9km inland at Bellanboy.
Gardaí have arrested a dozen people in Co Mayo following a protest against the Corrib gas pipeline. The 12 are part of a group opposing the location of the €300m gas refinery 9km inland at Bellanboy.
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