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Irish News on Fri, Jun 2 2017, 3,287 days ago

Irish Rugby Fans Asked To Behave Responsibly
Irish Rugby fans travelling to New Zealand for the British and Irish Lions Tour have been advised to behave sensibly. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Charlie Flanagan, has offered eight 'top tips' to fans travelling to the country.
Man Stabbed In Letterkenny
A man is being treated in hospital after being stabbed a number of times in Co Donegal. The incident occurred on the Ramelton Road area of Letterkenny at around 4am on Thursday, 01 June. The man, who is said to be in his 20s, was stabbed following an altercation between a number of people.

Irish News on Thu, Jun 2 2016, 3,652 days ago

Funding Secured To Protect Buildings Across Ireland
Over €904,000 funding has been secured to protect buildings in private and public ownership across Ireland. A total of 57 heritage projects have been awarded a share of the €904,530 funding under the Structures at Risk Fund (SRF) 2016.
Warning Issued Over Ongoing Measles Outbreak
The HSE has issued a warning over an ongoing measles outbreak in different parts of Ireland. Outbreak control teams have been convened in HSE East, South and Midwest. A total of 19 measles cases linked to the outbreak have been identified of which 13 are confirmed and six are probable.
Funding For CF Drug Rejected
Funding for the cystic fibrosis drug Orkambi has been rejected by the government. Fianna Fáil TD Darragh O'Brien said he was "bitterly disappointed" with the decision and is calling on Vertex Pharmaceuticals to reduce the price of the drug.
Ryanair Reduces Checked-In Bag Fees
Airline Ryanair has cut its checked-in bag fees for 92% of its customers, starting from today, 02 June. The firm also said it had simplified the number of bag fee options as part of Year 3 of its 'Always Getting Better' (AGB) programme.
Man Arrested Over €1.4m Heroin Seizure
A man has been arrested after heroin, worth a street value of approximately €1.4 million, was seized in Dublin. The drugs were discovered by gardai during a planned search of premises on Wednesday, 01 June. Cannabis, worth an estimated street value of €10,000, was also seized.
Missing Canadian Tourist Found 'Safe And Well'
A Canadian tourist who went missing from the Swords area in Dublin has been found safe and well. John Philip Ellis, 61, was staying at a house in the Hilton Way area and was last seen just off Main Street on Monday, 30 May.
Datalex To Create 200 Jobs
A travel software firm in Dublin is to create 200 jobs across its global division. Datalex said the posts will be appointed over the next 18 months.

Irish News on Tue, Jun 2 2015, 4,018 days ago

Two Men Arrested Over Murder Of Limerick Teenager
Gardaí have arrested two men in connection with the 2007 murder of a teenager from Limerick. Jeffrey Hannon, 19, from O'Malley Park, was beaten to death with the handle of an axe and his body was left in a field beside his parents' home on 22 November.
New Irish Biscuit Firm To Be Established In Drogheda
A new Irish biscuit company, East Coast Bakehouse, is to invest €15m in a new large scale commercial biscuit manufacturing facility located on Ireland's east coast in Drogheda. The investment will create 100 jobs. The project will transform a recently renovated 50,000 sq.ft.
Slight Drop In Number Of Deaths By Suicide
There has been a slight drop in deaths by suicide compared to 2013, according to figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). 459 deaths by suicide were registered in 2014, compared to 475 in 2013.
Post-Mortem Results On Woman's Body 'Inconclusive'
The post-mortem results on the body of a woman found in County Mayo on Sunday, 31 May, are inconclusive. The woman, in her late 40s, was discovered at a house in Ballycurrin near Glen Corrib. A technical and forensic examination of the scene is ongoing.
Affero Lab Announces 40 New Jobs In Dublin
Brazilian firm Affero Lab is to create 40 new jobs in Dublin. The e-learning firm plans to set up its European Operations Centre in the city, which will focus on research and development.
Man's Body Recovered In Co Donegal
A man's body has been found off the coast of Killybegs in Donegal. The 56-year-old's body was recovered by the coastguard from Killybegs harbour. It is believed the man was a Spanish national who was working on a fishing boat close by. Gardaí said the death is not being treated as suspicious.
No Definitive Evidence Found The Community Flouridation Has Negative Effects - HRB
No definitive evidence has been found that community water fluoridation has negative health effects, according to a review by the Health Research Board (HRB). The HRB has published an in-depth evidence review of existing research in relation to the health effects of community water fluoridation.

Irish News on Mon, Jun 2 2014, 4,383 days ago

Keane Rules Out Celtic Job
Roy Keane has opted out of being considered for the managerial position at Glasgow's Celtic Football Club.
Senator Cullinane To Attend Meeting With SIPTU
Sinn Féin Senator David Cullinane will this afternoon attend a meeting between Waterford based Oireachtas members and SIPTU officials to discuss the announcement by Bausch and Lomb to seek 200 redundancies and a 20% pay cut for the remaining 900 staff.
Women Take To Dublin Streets For Flora Marathon
Over 40,000 women are currently taking part in the Flora Women's Mini Marathon in Dublin today. The event began at 14:00 this afternoon from Baggot Street Lower and road closures and traffic diversions are expected to be in place around the city centre until 18:00 this evening.
Ciara Conway Contests Labour Deputy Leadership
Labour's Ciara Conway has announced she will stand for the position of deputy leader of the party. The Labour TD for Waterford announced the news in Dungarvin, confirming that if she became deputy leader, she would not seek a junior or senior ministerial appointment.
Appeal After Woman Goes Missing In Dún Laoghaire
Gardai in Dún Laoghaire are appealing for information after a woman has been missing since last Friday. Emma Brazil, 31, is described as 5ft 4 in with brown hair, blue/green eyes and of a slim build. She was last seen around Harcourt Street in the early hours of last Friday morning.
Man Arrested In Connection With Fatal Road Collision
A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal road accident in Dublin on Friday night. A woman, 40, died when she was hit by a car on the Davitt Road, which fled from the scene. The car, believed to be a Ford Focus, has not been found.
Man Suffers Burn Injuries Following Dublin Explosion
A man is suffering from serious burn injuries following an explosion at a house in Dublin. The man, 58, was rescued by firefighters and taken to the Mater Hospital. The house was also damaged in the explosion. It is believed it could be related to a gas leak.

Irish News on Thu, Jun 2 2011, 5,479 days ago

Mandatory Road Crash Breath Testing Begins
A major new road safety measure has now come into force for mandatory breath testing. Gardaí will now be required to conduct a preliminary breath test where they believe a driver has consumed alcohol, or at the scene of a crash where someone has been injured and requires medical attention.
Senator O’Donovan Elected Leas Chathaoirleach Of 24th Seanad
Senator Denis O’Donovan has been elected unopposed to the position of Leas-Chathaoirleach of the 24th Seanad. Commenting on the election, Senator O’Donovan said: “It is a huge privilege for me to have been elected to the position of Leas-Chathaoirleach.
Judge's Daughter Terror Killing 'Mistake'
The sister of an IRA murder victim in the North - who was a judge's daughter - has spoken out after one of her killers went into print and called the death 'a tragic mistake.
Report Predicts Major Growth In IT Outsourcing
IT outsourcing is set for major growth according to a new report by Professor Joe Peppard of Cranfield School of Management, which was commissioned by Irish owned, I.T. Alliance.
1,000 Roadside Assistance Calls Expected This Bank Holiday
With festivals taking place all over the country, such as ‘Bloom’ and the ‘Cat Laugh’s Comedy Festival’, thousands of cars will be taking to the national roads and motorways for the June Bank Holiday Weekend.
Almost 70,000 Carers To Receive Respite Grant This Year
Almost 70,000 carers are due to receive the Respite Care Grant, the majority of them this week.

Irish News on Wed, Jun 2 2010, 5,844 days ago

Man Arrested Over Cork Shooting
A man has been detained in Co Cork in connection with an incident in a city centre pub when Gardaí shot a man for refusing to surrender a firearm. Gardaí said today they had arrested a 29-year-old man shortly before midday in the south of the city.
Irish Activists To Be Released By Israelis
Six Irish activists currently being held by Israel are to be released as international pressure and public outrage mounts over the attack on the flotilla taking aid to Gaza.
Appeal Follows Dublin 'Tiger Kidnapping'
A special appeal has been launched today after a significant piece of evidence emerged in last week's case of a so-called tiger kidnapping in Dublin.
Body 'Confirmed As Missing Man'
The body found in a shallow grave in Limerick on Monday afternoon has been confirmed as that of Lee Slattery, who went missing last week.
Belfast Mayor Seeks 'Prosperous City'
The new Lord Mayor of Belfast is Councillor Pat Convery of the SDLP. Mr Convery, a north Belfast councillor, was elected unopposed with 37 votes in his favour. He joined the council in 2001 and is a former Deputy Lord Mayor.

Irish News on Tue, Jun 2 2009, 6,209 days ago

Irish Doctors On Board Missing Plane
It has emerged that three female Irish doctors were onboard the French plane that is still missing somewhere in the Atlantic. The three Irish women have been named as Aisling Butler, from Roscrea, Co Tipperary, Jane Deasy from Dublin and Eithne Walls, from Ballygowan, Co Down.
Ex-TDs Group Given Almost €200,000 Of Taxpayers Money
A society set up for former TDs and senators to safeguard their pension rights and entitlements has received just under €200,000 of tax-payers money, it has been revealed.
Kenny Says General Election Coming
Fine Gael Leader Enda Kenny has said he is almost certain that a general election will follow this week's local and European elections.
Hassan Kidnapper Jailed For Life
A member of the gang that kidnapped and murdered Irish-born aid worker Margaret Hassan has been jailed for life. Mrs Hassan, 59, was the head of Iraqi operations for Care International and was kidnapped in Baghdad in October 2004. She was shot dead just under a month later.
More Arrests In Sinanapayen Inquiry
Three more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Frenchman Charles Sinanapayen in Bray, Co Wicklow. Two men and a woman in their 20s were detained in the Bray area this morning.
Machete Attack Sparks Fears Of Traveller Feud
A man in his 20s has been the victim of a savage attack, sparking fears of feuding between Traveller families in Waterford. The victim sustained severe injuries in an attack at a house in Waterford city early yesterday morning.
Ryanair Flies Low
The budget airline Ryanair has revealed financial returns showing a major nosedive in operating profits. Ryanair plunged into the red by €169.2 million (£145.9m) in the year to March after being hit with a 59% hike in its fuel bill.

Irish News on Mon, Jun 2 2008, 6,574 days ago

Priest Tells Congregation To Vote 'No'
A catholic priest has told his congregation to vote 'No' in the Lisbon treaty referendum accusing Europe of being "godless".
Knife Crackdown Sees Ban On Swords
Government plans to curtail the level of knife crime have been revealed, and include a ban on the sale of swords. Gardaí have invited tenders from the private sector to develop a "focused and targeted" campaign to discourage knife carrying as the high level of reported stabbing incidents persists.
Fine Gael Call For Reduction Of VAT
Opposition party, Fine Gael, has proposed a 1% reduction in VAT saying it would get the economy "back on track". The party's spokesman on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Simon Coveney TD, said on Monday that the cut in the 13.5% VAT rate to 12.
Women Take To Dublin's Streets For Mini Marathon
Over 40,000 women will hit the streets of Dublin on Monday for annual mini marathon. The events participants hope to raise millions of euro for 400 different charities, with women taking part in the race from 3pm this afternoon.
Donegal Divers Diverted
Four divers have been rescued after being 'diverted' - having been carried five miles from their boat by strong currents off the Co. Donegal coast The divers got into difficulties near Malin Head off Innishowen on Sunday afternoon.
Muslim Girls Told Not To Wear Hijab At Irish Schools
Two opposition parties have said Muslim girls should not be permitted to wear a headscarf when attending public schools. Labour's education spokesman Ruairi Quinn said immigrants living in Ireland need to conform to the culture of this country.
SIPTU Achieves Breakthrough Over Dispute
Union officials representing aircraft handlers say they are close to finding resolution over a major ongoing dispute. SIPTU - representing the aircraft workers - believes it has identified a mechanism that can resolve the current impasse and have convinced management to enter into talks.
Cowen Reaffirms Commitment To NDP
Brian Cowen has reaffirmed his commitment to Ireland's multi-million euro National Development Plan, after uncertainty over the future of the nationwide infrastructural overhaul. The Taoiseach has said the "significant" capital investment in the NDP2 programme would continue.
Fine Gael Appeal For More Money For Road Safety
Following a series of road deaths over the weekend, Fine Gael's Road Safety spokesman has said more effort must be made to save lives. Seven people died in crashes over the Bank Holiday weekend. Shane McEntee said any money spent in relation to road safety would be money well spent.
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