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Irish News on Mon, Jul 29 2019, 2,557 days ago

Renewed Appeal For Information On Disappearance Of Deirdre Jacob
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information on the disappearance of Deirdre Jacob, who went missing on 28 July, 1998. The 18-year-old was last seen at around 3pm crossing the road towards the entrance to her home at Roseberry, Newbridge, Co Kildare.

Irish News on Fri, Jul 29 2016, 3,652 days ago

Two Men Arrested In Connection With Dublin Park Rape
Two men have been arrested in connection with a serious sexual assault in Dublin. A woman, aged in her 30s, was pushing a bicycle along the Ninth Lock Road when she was attacked by up to three men at around 3.20am on Thursday, 28 July.
Appeal For Witnesses Following Fatal Collision In Co Galway
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision at Coolagh, Gurtymadden in Co Galway. The incident occurred on the Loughrea to Killimor Road (N65) about three miles outside Killimor at around 2.45am on Thursday, 28 July.
Govt Must Prioritise SME's and Self Employed In Budget 2017
The government must prioritise supporting SMEs and the self-employed in the Budget 2017, Fianna Fáil TD and Spokesperson on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Niall Collins, has said. Deputy Collins made the comments amid reports this week that bank lending to the SME sector is rising.
Overseas Funding Announced For Irish Artists And Organisations
Funding of €600,000 has been announced for 85 Irish artists and arts organisations to help present their work worldwide over the next 18 months.
Irish Rail Unions To Ballot Members On Strike Action
Two unions representing drivers of Irish Rail are to ballot members on proposed industrial action following a breakdown in talks. SIPTU and the NRBU are to hold the vote after management at the transport company are "refusing to engage" in a talks process recommended by the Labour Court.
Ireland Joins International Research Collective ELIXIR
Ireland has become the 19th member of the international research organisation for Life Sciences, ELIXIR.
New Jobs For Dundalk With TLM Expansion
Consultancy firm TLM Mission Critical Ltd is to create a number of new jobs in Dundalk. TLM was introduced to Ireland through ConnectIreland, the company responsible for delivering the Government's Succeed in Ireland initiative, as part of the Action Plan for Jobs, in association with IDA Ireland.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 29 2015, 4,018 days ago

Taoiseach Urged To Make Statement On Irish Water
Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin has called on the Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, to make an "urgent statement on the future of Irish Water and water charges after the entire financial model for the quango failed to meet key EU rules".
Minister For Jobs Begins International Investment Mission
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, has begun a two day investment mission to London and Frankfurt, targeting new jobs in the financial services and technology sector. Organised by IDA Ireland, Minister Bruton will be accompanied by CEO Martin Shanahan.
Govt Urged To Ensure Tusla Funding
The government has been urged to ensure Tusla is adequately resourced so that it is able to fully implement the newly published Adoption (Information and Tracing) Bill.
Man Arrested Following Armed Robbery In Arklow
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses following an armed robbery of a service station on the Dublin Road, Arklow, on Tuesday. A lone masked man, entered the premises armed with what is believed to be a knife; he threatened staff and demanded cash.
Road Safety Campaign To Target Tired Drivers
An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have launched a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of driving while tired.
Appeal For Witnesses Following Fatal Road Accident In Co Wexford
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident at Gorey, Co Wexford. Gardaí said that an elderly female driver was fatally injured when her car was in collision with a truck at about 15:20 at Ballyloughan, Arklow Road, Gorey.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 29 2014, 4,383 days ago

South Kerry Observatory Granted Planning Permission
A proposed observatory for Geokaun mountain on Valentia Island in South Kerry has been granted planning permission. The observatory will be located in Ireland's first dark sky reserve, with a viewing point at Feaghmaan West near the Fogher Cliffs on the lands of Bernie and Muiris O’Donoghue.
Three Bars To Close With 50 Job Losses In Waterford City
Around 50 jobs have been lost in Waterford with the closure of three pubs in the city. The Showboat, the Mansion House and the Halfway House informed staff on Monday night that the three businesses would be closing with immediate effect.
Govt U-Turn On Sale Of Midlands Power Stations
News that the government has reversed its decision to sell ESB power stations in the Midlands has been welcomed by Fianna Fáil. In October last year the government announced plans to seel two peat-burning power stations in the Midlands despite a previous commitment that it would not.
Construction Of New Endoscopy Unit At RCH Underway
Construction of a new €6m Endoscopy Unit at Roscommon County Hospital (RCH) has gotten underway, as part of a €20m upgrade of the site.
Man Arrested Over Fatal Co Wicklow Crash
Gardaí in Co Waterford have arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with a fatal road crash on Monday. A woman aged in her 50s was killed in the three car collision, which happened at about 17:30 on Monday at Kielys Cross. It is understood that she was a backseat passenger in one of the cars.
Appeal Renewed For Information On Athlone Murder
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information on the murder ot Patryk Krupa last month. Mr Krupa's body was found in the River Shannon at Bogganfin in Athlone Roscommon on 20 June.
Public Information Day To Be Held On Cork Flood Prevention Scheme
A public information day is to held today on the Lower Lee Flood Relief Scheme in Cork City, with the public encouraged to see the plans and give their opinions.

Irish News on Mon, Jul 29 2013, 4,748 days ago

12 Injured In Annual Reek Sunday Pilgrimage
Some 12 people were injured during the weekends annual Reek Sunday Pilgrimage on Croagh Patrick in Co Mayo.
Swimmer Attacked By Dolphin In Co Clare
A swimmer in Co Clare has become the fourth person to be injured by a dolphin who has been in the area of Doolin pier since 2011. The female bottlenose dolphin, known as 'Dusty', charged a woman as she left the water after a nighttime swim. The woman was hit in the kidney area and left winded.
One Dies And Two Injured In Co Cavan Road Crash
A man has been killed and two seriously injured in a road crash at Stradone, Co Cavan. The collision occurred at around 12:30am. The driver of one vehicle, a man understood to be in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Garda Regional Support Units To Be Permanently Armed
New full-time armed garda units are to be established to tackle serious gang related crime and terrorism across Ireland. Under a new plan each garda region will have its own permanent armed squad, while the overall number of officers licensed to carry guns will be reduced.
Appeal For Information After Man Is Shot In Housing Estate
Gardaí are appealing for information after a 27-year-old man was shot in a Dublin housing estate on Saturday night. The victim has been named as Robert Donoghue. He was shot at least once in the shoulder at around 23:00 on Saturday in Kinsealy, Co Dublin, according to gardaí.
Gardaí Back Calls For Stolen Phone "Kill Switch"
With a notable increase in the theft of mobile phones gardaí have called for the introduction of a "kill switch" that would immediately disable a stolen phone.
Health Minister To Push Smoking Ban To Outside Schools
The smoking ban is to be extended to school campuses and creche grounds, as health minister James Reilly pushes forward with a raft of new anti-smoking measures.

Irish News on Fri, Jul 29 2011, 5,479 days ago

Former Irish Times Editor Dies
Journalist Ella Shanahan, has passed away in her County Waterford home. Ms Shanahan, 60, was the former London Editor of The Irish Times. She will also be remembered for her work in the RTÉ newsroom in the 1970s.
Public Transport Encouraged This Bank Holiday Weekend
Minister of State with responsibility for Public and Commuter Transport has urged everyone travelling during the August Bank Holiday weekend to use public transport as much as possible.
Focus On Irish Audiovisual Sector
A new report aims to 'unlock the full potential of the Irish audiovisual economy'.
Republic 'Wins' 2012 Olympic Race
The Irish Republic has beaten the North in the sprint for business generated by next year's London Olympics.
New Web Site Launches For 2012 Titanic Centenary
A new highly informative and interactive web site for Dr. Michael Martin’s ‘Titanic Trail’ has been launched by the Mayor of Cobh, Cllr. Jim Quinlan. The new web site, www.titanic.
HeyStaks To Represent Ireland At Vodafone Mobile Clicks
A social web-search start-up company, with offices in NovaUCD and San Francisco, has been selected to represent Ireland at the Vodafone Mobile Clicks 2011 Final with the chance to win the €225,000 prize fund.
Google Signposts Samaritan's Suicide Information
From today Internet users in Ireland who are searching online for information about suicide using Google will find the Samaritans' helpline number prominently displayed beside search results.
Presidents Welcome O'Hara Induction
The President of Ireland and a former US President have celebrated the entry of legendary Irish movie star, Maureen O’Hara into the ‘Irish America Hall of Fame’ on Friday.

Irish News on Thu, Jul 29 2010, 5,844 days ago

Spanish Police Hunt Killer Of Dublin Man
Police in Spain are hunting the killer of Dublin man John O'Neill who was shot dead outside a pub in Spain early yesterday. The 40-year-old father-of-two from Coolock was shot outside a bar in Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol while on holiday with his family.
Appeal Launched Over Finglas Shooting
An appeal has been launched over the shooting of Anthony and Ciaran McDonagh in Finglas earlier this month. Gardai at Cabra Garda Station investigating the shooting said today they are seeking the public's assistance over the incident, which occurred at 9.
Robberies And Hijackings Up 40%
The Central Statistics Office has revealed a 33.9% rise in robberies, hijackings and kidnappings in the second quarter of this year.
Newry Bypass Fast-tracks Dublin-Belfast Link
The final cross-border link in dual carriageway or motorway travel from Belfast to the Irish capital has been opened today. The new Newry bypass was officially opened this morning by the Stormont Regional Development Minister Conor Murphy. The official unveiling of the 12.7km (7.
Liam Adams To Appeal To Supreme Court
It has emerged the brother of Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams is taking his appeal against extradition to the Republic's highest court.
Asda Executive's 'Killer' Meeting Welcomed
There was an emotional conclusion to a meeting between two senior executives from the US-based Asda parent company Walmart this week and the family of two brothers murdered during The Troubles by one of its current Belfast employees.
Salmonella Warning For Duck Eggs
The Irish food safety authority has issued a warning over the consumption of duck eggs. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today issued the warning following the confirmation of five new cases of Salmonella Typhimurium DT8.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 29 2009, 6,209 days ago

Abuse Inquiry Legal Costs To Be Over €52M
Legal fees will cost the organisation looking into child abuse in excess of €52 million, it has been revealed. The official inquiry into abuse by state sponsored agencies is expected to have cost between €126 and €136m in total according to a report published today by the state Comptroller.
Arrested Over Kilrush Body Find
A man has been detained in connection with the discovery of a body in Co Clare. The body of the 27-year-old was found outside a house in Kilrush this morning. The victim was found shot dead in the garden of a house on O'Gorman Street at around 10.30am.
Tagging Mooted As Sex Offender Caught
A convicted sex offender who was detained in the Republic yesterday - after he went missing while on probation in Northern Ireland - has been returned north and into custody.
Derry Call Centre Crisis Threatens 250 Jobs
Fears are growing for the overall future of one of Derry City's biggest employers. With jobs already being lost on each side of the nearby border in a variety of industries, the news emerged when Stream International called staff together for a major announcement.
Workers Warned 'Report Abuse Or Get The Sack'
A raft of new measures on child abuse will include the threat of dismissal if staff fail to report suspicions of abuse. The new measures are the brainchild of Minister for Children Barry Andrews who said he would take personal responsibility for implementing the proposals.
Woman's Body Found In Dublin
The body of an elderly woman has been found in Dublin. The woman, aged 79, was found by a relative in the house at Ladycove, Rush, Co Dublin shortly after 7pm.
Almost Half Of Small Business Have Cut Wages
It has emerged that 45% of all small and medium businesses in Ireland have implemented a pay cut due to the economic downturn.
Assets Management Agency Draft Approved
Draft legislation to set up the controversial National Assets Management Agency (NAMA) has been approved.
North's Latest School Fire Probed
Vandals have again set fire to a school in north Belfast. The PSNI are investigating after the canteen at Stella Maris School on the Shore Road was attacked overnight. It was also found that paint had been thrown over the building when the blaze was discovered at 2am on Wednesday.
Irish Swine Flu Cases Increase By 500 Per Day
It emerged yesterday that another swine flu sufferer is now gravely ill in the Republic of Ireland, making a total of two patients now 'critical' due to the virus.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 29 2008, 6,574 days ago

Fine Gael Claim Cuts Will Affect Operation Anvil
A Fine Gael TD has claimed the Government's cost-cutting measures could affect the work of the frontline police, including those involved in Operation Anvil.
Man Goes Missing In Navan
Gardaí in Navan are appealing for the assistance of the public in tracking down the whereabouts of a man in Navan. Kalman Somogyi, aged 50, has not been seen since Wednesday last, 23rd July this year. He is a native of Hungary and had only moved to Navan last week.
Man Struck 40 Times With Crowbar
A Polish man is recovering in hospital after a savage beating by a robber armed with a crowbar. The attack took place in the seaside town of Bray and saw Krystosf Zietkiewicz, 48, left in agony after receiving multiple fractures from the frenzied robber who attacked him as he walked home.
Opposition Opposes Lisbon Committee Proposal
Fine Gael and the Labour Party are believed to be threatening to combine in opposition to the formation of a Dáil committee to deal with the outcome of the Lisbon Treaty referendum.
No Jail After 'Inattention' Caused Friends Deaths In Crash
A Donegal woman has walked free from court after escaping jail for dangerous driving causing the deaths of her two friends.
Radon Levels Exceed Previous Estimates
A study by Radon experts has shown Ireland's levels of the radioactive gas are up to 9% higher than previously thought.
Three More Questioned Over Quinn Murder
Three men are being questioned by the PSNI about the brutal gang-murder of Co Armagh man Paul Quinn after three others were arrested by gardaí earlier. The three men arrested by the PSNI are from the Crossmaglen and Cullyhanna areas and while two are aged in their 50s, one is in his 20s.
TD Follows 'European Colleagues' To Olympic Opening Ceremony
The Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism, has said he shall be attending the controversial Olympic opening ceremony. Defending his decision to attend the opening of the Beijing Olympics, Martin Cullen said all the other European leaders were attending, and he would follow suit.
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