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Irish News on Tue, Feb 11 2020, 2,192 days ago

Dublin Remains One Of The Top Ranked Cities In Europe
Dublin has maintained its position as the Best Small Region of the Future in Europe in the fDi magazine 2020/2021 rankings and 2nd Overall Best Region. This performance was driven by a strong showing in the Economic Potential (1st) and Business Friendliness (1st) categories.

Irish News on Mon, Feb 11 2019, 2,557 days ago

Man In Critical Condition After Assault In Kerry
A man in his 30's is in critical condition in hospital after he was assaulted in Killorglin, County Kerry. The victim, aged in his 30's, was involved in an altercation outside a fast-food restaurant shortly after 2am this morning, Monday 11 February.
Sinn Fein Table Motion Of No Confidence In Health Minister
Sinn Fein is set to table a motion of no confidence in Minister for Health Simon Harris. It comes in the midst of a political storm over cost overruns in the construction of a new National Children's Hospital.
Young Man Dies After Sea Rescue Off Donegal Coast
A young man has died after he was recovered from the sea off the Donegal coast. The man, aged in his mid-20's, was found in the Ballyshannon Estuary on Sunday and rushed to Sligo University Hospital, but was later pronounced dead.
Six Nations: Ireland Back On Winning Path After Victory Over Scotland
Defending champions Ireland have claimed their first win of the 2019 Six Nations with a 22-13 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield.
FF Call For School Building Assurances Amid Hospital Crisis
Fianna Fáil has called on Minister for Education Joe McHugh to ensure that no planned school builds will be cut as a result of the ongoing cost crisis regarding the Children's Hospital.
Tánaiste Launches Ireland-Palestine Scholarship Programme
Tánaiste Simon Coveney has announced the launch of the Ireland-Palestine scholarship programme. The initiative follows the Foreign Affairs Minister's 2018 commitment to boost the funding for courses offered to Palestinian students and establish a dedicated scholarship programme.
Bus Lanes On Motorways Key To Easing Congestion- Fine Gael
Fine Gael Senator Anthony Lawlor has said that bus lanes on motorways could be the key to easing traffic congestion. The Kildare Senator has contacted the National Transport Authority (NTA) to propose that the hard shoulders of some motorways be widened to accommodate bus and coach lanes.

Irish News on Thu, Feb 11 2016, 3,653 days ago

175 New Jobs Announced For Galway
One hundred and seventy five new jobs are to be created by a pharmaceuticals company in Galway. Chanelle is to invest €70 million in expanding its manufacturing capacity and in its Research and Development facilities.
Missing 15-Year-Old Found 'Safe And Well'
Garda searching for missing 15-year-old Kelly Adebutu have reported that she has been "safe and well". Gardaí in Clondalkin had issued an appeal for help in tracing the teenager, who had been missing since Sunday, 07 February.
Two Million Cigarettes Seized At Dublin Port
More than two million cigarettes with an estimated retail value of €1.1 million have been seized by Revenue Officers at Dublin Port.
Strike Action 'Unavoidable' - SIPTU
Strike action by Luas drivers is "unavoidable" due to management intransigence, SIPTU has said. The union said that its members has been left with no option but to carry out the planned 48-hour strike.
Witnesses Sought To Roadside Robbery By Man Posing As Garda Officer
Gardaí in Wexford have appealed for witnesses to a robbery in Murrintown early on Wednesday morning.
Man Arrested In Tallaght Drug Seizure
Gardaí in Tallaght have seized a quantity of cocaine and arrested a man in his 40's, in an ongoing operation into the sale and supply of controlled substances. Officers from the Drugs Units of Dublin City Garda carried out a search at a house in Tallaght on Tuesday, 09 February.
Council Urged To 'Stop Stalling' On Flood Defence Works
Galway County Council has been urged to "stop stalling" and ensure that work on a flood relief channel between Kinvara and Chaermore is carried out "without delay". Making the call, Fianna Fáil General Election candidate for Galway East Cllr.
New Agreement Transfers Key Task From Doctors To Nurses
The health service and unions have agreed the transfer of four key tasks from doctors to nurses, Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform, Brendan Howlin, has announced.
Funding Secured For Early Years Services
Capital funding of €4 million has been secured for Early Years services in 2016, Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr James Reilly has announced. "In Budget 2016 we significantly expanded funding to make more affordable childcare more available to more people.

Irish News on Wed, Feb 11 2015, 4,018 days ago

Four Arrested Over Armed Robbery At Jewellers
Four men have been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a jewellery shop in Galway. Garda said the men were arrested in connection with the robbery of Hartmann's Jewellers on William Street at about 10:45 on Wednesday morning.
Sinn Féin Accuse Govt Of Not Acting In Best Interests Of Ireland
The government has been accused of not acting in the best interests of Ireland, by Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams. Mr Adams was speaking at a rally in solidarity with the Greek people at Leinster House.
'Action Plan For Jobs - Regional' Launched
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, has launched the new Action Plan for Jobs – Regional, a new initiative focusing on rural areas.
Abortion Law Changes 'Matter For Next Government'
Any further developments in changing the laws governing abortion in Ireland will be a "matter for the next government", Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said. The Taoiseach was speaking following the defeat of the Fatal Foetal Abnormality Private Members' Bill, brought by Independent TD Clare Daly.
Four More Arrests Made In Water Charge Protest Investigation
Gardaí investigating an anti-water charge protest in Jobstown last November have made further arrests. Four men were arrested on Wednesday morning.
Pipe Bomb Found In Garden
A suspected pipe bomb has been found in the garden of a house in Knocknaheeny in Cork city at about 8am on Wednesday morning. The army's Explosive Ordnance Defence unit were called to assess the device, which has been removed for examination.
DCC To Install Solar Panels
Solar panels are to installed at the Civic Offices of Dublin City Council and four public libraries in the city. The panels, which generate power using natural light as opposed to sunshine, are expected to save up to €21,000 a year on electricity bills.

Irish News on Tue, Feb 11 2014, 4,383 days ago

DAA SIPTU Members Vote For Strike Action
SIPTU members of the Dublin Airport Authority have voted in favour if industrial action in a dispute over their pension scheme. The long-running dispute surrounds a deficit of around €780m in the Irish Aviation Superannuation Scheme, which covers workers in the DAA and Aer Lingus.
Galway Council Vote To Remove Bus Route From City Plan
A planned bus corridor in Galway city has been dropped from the City Development plan following a vote by Councillors.
McManamon Cleared Of Broken Jaw Assault Charge
Former Dublin footballer, Brendan McManamon, has been cleared of breaking the jaw of an off-duty garda officer during a match. 31-year-old McManamon, of Cypress Downs, Templeogue, pleaded not guilty to a charge of assault at Na Fianna GAA Club, St Mobhi Road, Glasnevin on 31 March 2012.
Cabinet Approve Additional €70m For Weather Repairs
Funding of up to €70m is to be provided to carry out repairs of damage caused by the weather. The Cabinet has approved the money, which is in addition to the €25m pledged by the government, to be supplied by the Department of Environment.
Weather Warnings Issued For Wind And Snow
Met Eireann has issued a status orange wind warning for the south and southwest of Ireland, taking in counties Wexford, Galway, Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick and Waterford. This is in addition to a status orange warning for snow and ice in Co Donegal.
Waterford's Honeywell Process Solutions Announces Closure
A total of 27 full-time jobs are to be lost following the announcement that one of Waterford city's longest-established factories, Honeywell Process Solutions, is to close. Staff at the company, formerly known as Measurex, were informed for the closure at a meeting today.
AGSI Question The Ability Of GSOC Chairman
The chairman of the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) Simon O'Brien has been urged to consider his position, in light of his inaction after he suspected the agency had been electronically bugged.
'Unusual' Death In Waterford Under Investigation
Gardaí are investigating the death of a man in Waterford City. According to garda, the man, understood to be aged in his 60s, was found at a house in Connolly Place at about 19:30 on Monday night. Garda say that a relative of the deceased had raised the alarm.
Coast Guard Suspend Search For Missing Man
A search operation in Co Cork has been called off due to bad weather conditions. The search is for one of two men who went missing from Cohb at the weekend. On Monday, the Irish Coast Guard recovered a body on Monday that is believed to be one of the missing men.

Irish News on Mon, Feb 11 2013, 4,748 days ago

Taoiseach Extends Best Wishes To Pope Benedict XVI
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has extended his best wishes to Pope Benedict XVI following his declaration today that he intends to step down from his office. Mr Kenny said: "This is clearly a decision which the Holy Father has taken following careful consideration and deep prayer and reflection.
Eight Enforcement Orders Served On Food Firms In January
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today stated that seven Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order were served on food businesses during the month of January for breaches of food safety legislation, pursuant to the FSAI Act, 1998 and the EC (Official Control of Foodstuffs) Regulations, 201
Irishman Stabbed In Australia
A 21-year-old Irishman is in a critical condition in hospital after he was stabbed in Perth, Australia. The Department of Foreign Affairs is providing consular assistance. Media in Australia reported that a man was stabbed in the neck during an argument in the Scarborough area.
Man Killed In Road Crash
A man has died in a road crash in Tuam, Co Galway, last night. Gardai in Tuam are investigating the incident at Woodquay, Wier Road, at around 18.30. The driver, a man in his 60s, was killed when his vehicle hit a wall. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two Men Arrested Following Cannabis Find
Two men have been arrested after Gardai seized an estimated €700,000 worth of cannabis plants in Virginia, Co Cavan. Detectives searched a warehouse in a planned operation this morning and found a major cultivation operation with an estimated 800 cannabis plants.
1 In 5 People Would Not Employ People With Epilepsy
On European Epilepsy Day today, Epilepsy Ireland released results of national consumer research conducted in January 2013 which show that nearly 20% of people if given the choice would not employ someone with epilepsy.
Funding Announced For Sustainable Transport In Dublin
Dublin North East Labour T.D.

Irish News on Fri, Feb 11 2011, 5,479 days ago

Victims Of Cork Disaster Named
All those killed in yesterday's fatal plane crash in Cork have now been identified. A cousin of the President of the Irish Republic, Mary McAleese's husband was among the six people confirmed dead in Thursday's airplane crash in Cork.
'Travellers' Blamed On Cork Murder
A feud among the Travelling community is thought to be behind a murder this week. Gardaí investigating the violent death of a man in Cork yesterday afternoon believe it was a planned killing connected to a long-running feud among Travellers.
Sad RIR Soldier's Return
Royal Irish Ranger David Dalzell's body was flown home from Afghanistan this week.
QUB Students 'Rage Against RIR'
As the body of Royal Irish Ranger David Dalzell was flown home from Afghanistan this week, Sinn Fein has 'reacted with fury' to a Royal Irish Regiment recruitment stall being set up outside Queens University, Belfast (QUB).
Waterford Seniors' Home Opens
Some of Waterford's poorest residents have been handed a boost with the Little Sisters of the Poor - who have been caring for senior citizens since 1868 - celebrating their new St. Joseph's complex, complete with new chapel at Abbey Road, Ferrybank. Built at a cost of €23m St.
Sandyford Retirement Village On Way
A large scale building project for a retirement village proposed for the foot of the Dublin mountains near Sandyford may be closer to development after a local authority meeting.
Winter Hits North's Property Rentals
Anxiety over falling house prices, job security and obtaining an affordable mortgage continued to prop up rental values in Belfast in 2010. However, a new report also revealed that after the hefty 7% jump in private rent prices recorded over the first nine months of 2010, prices fell by 4.

Irish News on Thu, Feb 11 2010, 5,844 days ago

Man Arrested In Connection With Thomas Shooting
A man has been arrested in Dublin this morning in connection with the shooting of the 47-year-old David Thomas last year. Gardai in Finglas investigating the fatal shooting said this morning they had arrested a male aged in 20s at Main Street, Finglas.
TDs To Clock In For Expenses
New proposals for TD expenses may see politicians clocking in at the Daíl in order to claim their travel expenses it has emerged.
Arrest As Weapon And Silencer Recovered
A man was detained in Limerick last night after Gardaí found a firearm and silencer. Detective Gardaí – part of Roxboro Road station and assisted by members of the Regional Support Unit - carried out a search of a Hotel Room on the Ennis Road, Limerick City, at 10.
Mobile Phone Company Cuts Off 50 Jobs
Mobile phone provider O2 has announced around 50 jobs are to go as part of a cost cutting plan. Employees at the company's offices in Dublin and Limerick were told about the planned job losses in meetings with management today.
FG In Paris To Meet OECD
A delegation from Opposition party Fine Gael has flown to Paris to meet representatives from the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) officials to discuss economic policy.
Prisoner Faces Drug Dealing Charges
A prisoner convicted of gangland murder is to appear in court over drug charges and phone offences alleged to have been committed while he was in prison. The man, who is serving life in prison, is to be brought before Cloverhill District Court this morning.
Irish Car Sales Disparity Shock
The latest Irish Government figures on the level of car sales in Ireland have completely contradicted figures released by the Irish motor industry. Figures released today by the Central Statistics Office showed the number of new cars licensed in January fell by 4.
Fine Gael Accuses Lee Of Leaving Over Wage Drop
Former broadcaster and journalist George Lee has reacted with anger to accusations that his departure from Opposition Party Fine Gael was due to a drop in wages.
Northern Unionist Blasts Woodward's 'Neutrality'
Labour's 'neutrality' towards the Union will bolster the Ulster Unionist-Tory joint ticket at the ballot box, a Northern unionist Assemblyman has claimed.

Irish News on Wed, Feb 11 2009, 6,209 days ago

'Avalanche Of Repossessions' Warning
The Master of the High Court has warned there could be an "avalanche of repossessions" on its way. Senior Council Edmund Honohan said the courts are preparing for an unprecedented amount of repossession hearings in a recession that could reach "historic proportions".
Govt Knew Of 'Startling' Anglo Deposit
Following revelations of a huge deposit made to the Anglo Irish Bank last year, the Taoiseach has shocked much of the Dáil by admitting the Government was aware of the payment.
Three Killed In Separate Traffic Collisions
Three men died in two separate road traffic collisions yesterday. Two men were tragically killed after the pick-up truck in which they were travelling collided with a tree in Tipperary. Both men were brought to Tipperary General Hospital.
Trade Unions Announce Mass Demonstrations
The Irish trade unions umbrella group has announced a series of major demonstrations after an emergency meeting this morning. The Irish Congress of Trade Unions said the protests would go ahead on the 21 February over recent Government proposals on private and public sector workers.
Ann Corcoran Laid To Rest In West Cork
A Co Cork widow, whose body was discovered on Friday, has been laid to rest following a service in Kilbrittain this morning. Hundreds attended the funeral mass of Ann Corcoran near her Co Cork home.
Recapitalisation Decision Expected Today
The Cabinet is meeting this morning to discuss the €7billion bail-out of the AIB and Bank of Ireland. The pay-out using taxpayers money is expected to reinvigorate the Irish economy by providing the assets with which the banks can avoid collapse and begin issuing credit again.
Bus Drivers Stage Protest Outside Transport offices
Dublin Bus drivers have launched a new protest outside the offices of the Department of Transport this morning. The demonstration is part of a campaign against the company's decision last week to axe 290 jobs and remove 120 buses from service.

Irish News on Mon, Feb 11 2008, 6,575 days ago

Cocaine Users Don't Care About Health Risk
Hard drug users across Ireland don't care about the risks they are taking. According to new research published today, people who use cocaine are unaware of, or underestimate, the risks of using the drug.
Teenage Cyclist Killed
A 15-year-old boy has been killed in a road accident in Cork early yesterday morning, bringing the number of people killed on the roads this year to 37. The teenager was knocked down by car, believed to be a taxi, while out riding his bicycle in a residential area close to Cork city centre.
Kearney Murder Trial Adjourned
The high profile case against Brian Kearney has been adjourned until Wednesday morning while the trial judge views the evidence.
Cardinal Withdraws Blocking Bid
A leading Dublin cleric's bid to block the supply of files to the Commission investigating clerical sex abuse has been halted.
Bouncer Shot For Turning Away Gang Member
A nightclub bouncer has been shot in Dublin after refusing entry to a man reported to be a member of a feuding gang. Gardai arrested a 23 year old man in connection with the shooting.
Postmistress Chases 'Male'
A 50 year-old postmistress has chased a robber from her post office in Cork. The woman became involved in the incident upon arrival at her post office at 8.30 on Monday morning where she encountered two men standing at the entrance to her Gurranabraher post office.
Irish Desert Pubs To Drink At Home
Irish people are leaving the pubs and choosing to drink in their own homes, resulting in the closing of almost 1,000 pubs in the last three years. Recently released figures have revealed the number of off-licences in Ireland has tripled in the last seven years to 2,000 stores.
Internet Fraud Growing Threat
Internet fraud attempts are expected to soar this year according to new research announced today.
Minister Publishes Tougher Planning Guidelines
Tougher planning rules on sustainable residential development in urban areas have been announced by the Irish Minister for the Environment, John Gormley.
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