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Irish News on Fri, Jul 26 2019, 2,557 days ago
Appeal Issued After Man Stabbed At St Stephen's Green
Gardaí have have issued an appeal for information following a stabbing incident in Dublin City Centre. A man, aged in his 30s, is being treated in hospital for stab wounds to his leg and arm following an incident at about 4am this morning at St Stephen's Green.
Gardaí have have issued an appeal for information following a stabbing incident in Dublin City Centre. A man, aged in his 30s, is being treated in hospital for stab wounds to his leg and arm following an incident at about 4am this morning at St Stephen's Green.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 26 2018, 2,922 days ago
'Significant Increase' In Supports For Victims Of Domestic Violence
Fianna Fáil is to bring forward new legislation aimed at significantly increasing the supports in place for victims of domestic violence.
Fianna Fáil is to bring forward new legislation aimed at significantly increasing the supports in place for victims of domestic violence.
17-Year-Old Arrested In Connection With Fatal Stabbing In Waterford
A 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing in Waterford. A 25-year-old man was discovered with a serious injury at Shanakiel, Dunmore East at about 3.40am this morning, 26 July.
A 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing in Waterford. A 25-year-old man was discovered with a serious injury at Shanakiel, Dunmore East at about 3.40am this morning, 26 July.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 26 2017, 3,287 days ago
Garda Survey Finds Decrease In Fear Of Crime & High Level Of Trust
The number of people who said they were victims of crime has fallen over the last year, according to the latest An Garda Síochána's Public Attitudes Survey, which has been published for the first time.
The number of people who said they were victims of crime has fallen over the last year, according to the latest An Garda Síochána's Public Attitudes Survey, which has been published for the first time.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 26 2016, 3,652 days ago
Appeal For Witnesses In Vernon House Fire Investigation
Gardaí investigating a suspicious fire at Vernon Mount House in Cork city have appealed for witnesses. Eight fire brigade units spent around 10 hours tackling the blaze at the historic building in Douglas, which was reported at approximately 9.30pm on Sunday, 24 July.
Gardaí investigating a suspicious fire at Vernon Mount House in Cork city have appealed for witnesses. Eight fire brigade units spent around 10 hours tackling the blaze at the historic building in Douglas, which was reported at approximately 9.30pm on Sunday, 24 July.
Man Killed In Collision In Maynooth, Co Kildare
A 38-year-old man has been killed in a single vehicle road traffic collision at Ladychapel, Maynooth, Co Kildare. The man was fatally injured when his 4x4 vehicle collided with a ditch at about 3.15pm on Monday.
A 38-year-old man has been killed in a single vehicle road traffic collision at Ladychapel, Maynooth, Co Kildare. The man was fatally injured when his 4x4 vehicle collided with a ditch at about 3.15pm on Monday.
Man's Body Discovered At Navan Retail Park
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body at Navan Retail Park early on Tuesday morning, 26 July. According to reports, the body is of a male security guard which was found under a gate shortly before 06:30am.
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body at Navan Retail Park early on Tuesday morning, 26 July. According to reports, the body is of a male security guard which was found under a gate shortly before 06:30am.
Taoiseach To Formally Meet New British Prime Minister
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny will travel to London this morning, 26 July to meet with the new British Prime Minister Theresa May at No 10 Downing Street.
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny will travel to London this morning, 26 July to meet with the new British Prime Minister Theresa May at No 10 Downing Street.
Microcredit Loan Scheme To Be Rolled Out Nationwide
A loan scheme designed to help people avoid using moneylenders is to be rolled out nationwide.
A loan scheme designed to help people avoid using moneylenders is to be rolled out nationwide.
Graduate Recruitment Programme Should Be Established For An Garda Siochána
A graduate recruitment programme should be established to improve collective knowledge and expertise in An Garda Siochána, Fianna Fáil TD and Justice Spokesperson, Jim O'Callaghan, has said.
A graduate recruitment programme should be established to improve collective knowledge and expertise in An Garda Siochána, Fianna Fáil TD and Justice Spokesperson, Jim O'Callaghan, has said.
DCC Vote To Ban Use Of Wild Animals In Circuses
Dublin City Council (DCC) has voted to ban the use of wild animals in circuses on council land, Sinn Féin councillor Noeleen Reilly has reported. The council voted to support Councillor Reilly's motion at a meeting on Monday night, 25 July.
Dublin City Council (DCC) has voted to ban the use of wild animals in circuses on council land, Sinn Féin councillor Noeleen Reilly has reported. The council voted to support Councillor Reilly's motion at a meeting on Monday night, 25 July.
Fitness To Teach Provisions 'Good For Children, Parents And Teachers' - Bruton
The Fitness to Teach provisions of the Teaching Council Acts 2001 – 2015 is "good for children, parents and the teaching profession", the Minister for Education, Richard Bruton, has said.
The Fitness to Teach provisions of the Teaching Council Acts 2001 – 2015 is "good for children, parents and the teaching profession", the Minister for Education, Richard Bruton, has said.
€1.2m Worth Of Cocaine Seized At Rosslare Europort
Cocaine worth an estimated €1.2 million has been seized by Revenue officers in Rosslare Europort. Officers stopped and searched an Irish registered truck after it was scanned as it disembarked a ferry.
Cocaine worth an estimated €1.2 million has been seized by Revenue officers in Rosslare Europort. Officers stopped and searched an Irish registered truck after it was scanned as it disembarked a ferry.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 26 2013, 4,748 days ago
Tip Leads To Uncovering Of Child Abuse Cache Online
Irish web service Hotline.ie has uncovered over 900 links to so-called 'cyberlockers' containing child abuse images and videos. It is understood that the web service received a tip-off from an "Irish internet user" about the file-sharing folders in June.
Irish web service Hotline.ie has uncovered over 900 links to so-called 'cyberlockers' containing child abuse images and videos. It is understood that the web service received a tip-off from an "Irish internet user" about the file-sharing folders in June.
Referendum To Be Held On Seanad Abolition
A referendum is to be held on October 4 over the proposal to abolish the Seanad. Sinn Féin has come out in favour of a yes vote in the debate.
A referendum is to be held on October 4 over the proposal to abolish the Seanad. Sinn Féin has come out in favour of a yes vote in the debate.
Soldiers Death At Dublin Barracks To Be Investigated
A solider has died at McKee Barracks, Dublin, after a fall from height, gardaí have confirmed. A garda and military investigation has been launched into the circumstances of the death of Private Patrick (Paddy) Conlon (32).
A solider has died at McKee Barracks, Dublin, after a fall from height, gardaí have confirmed. A garda and military investigation has been launched into the circumstances of the death of Private Patrick (Paddy) Conlon (32).
Clerys Damage Assessment Ongoing Following Flooding
Clerys department store in Dublin is expected to remain closed over the weekend after flooding caused when part of its roof collapsed. The damage to the store is still being assessed, with black plastic remaining over the windows.
Clerys department store in Dublin is expected to remain closed over the weekend after flooding caused when part of its roof collapsed. The damage to the store is still being assessed, with black plastic remaining over the windows.
Gardaí Appeal for Information After Decomposed Body Is Found In Phibsboro
Gardaí are appealing to the public to help identify the decomposed body of a man found in a derelict house in Phibsboro yesterday. The body, which garda now believe may have been in the house for some 4 years, is described as that of a thin male, who stood around 5.5ft tall.
Gardaí are appealing to the public to help identify the decomposed body of a man found in a derelict house in Phibsboro yesterday. The body, which garda now believe may have been in the house for some 4 years, is described as that of a thin male, who stood around 5.5ft tall.
Investigation Launches After Drogheda Man Is Injured
An investigation has been launched after the discovery of a man with multiple fractures in Drogheda, Co Louth. Gardaí have appealed for information about the circumstance of how the man came to injured before being found lying on a green near Sandyford Terrace, Drogheda.
An investigation has been launched after the discovery of a man with multiple fractures in Drogheda, Co Louth. Gardaí have appealed for information about the circumstance of how the man came to injured before being found lying on a green near Sandyford Terrace, Drogheda.
Renewed Appeal Over Teenager Missing For 15 Years
A new public appeal has been issued for information about the 1998 disappearance of Deirdre Jacob. It comes as the 15th anniversary of Ms Jacobs disappearance in Co Kildare will be marked on Sunday 28 July. The student teacher was 18 at the time of her disappearance.
A new public appeal has been issued for information about the 1998 disappearance of Deirdre Jacob. It comes as the 15th anniversary of Ms Jacobs disappearance in Co Kildare will be marked on Sunday 28 July. The student teacher was 18 at the time of her disappearance.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 26 2012, 5,113 days ago
On-The-Run Northern Irish Rapist Arrested In Dublin
A convicted rapist who was on the run from Northern Irish police has been arrested by gardaí in Dublin. The PSNI issued an arrest warrant for Edward Connors, 19, earlier this week. The teenager was just 15 when he raped an American tourist in the Colin Glen Forest Park in Belfast, four years ago.
A convicted rapist who was on the run from Northern Irish police has been arrested by gardaí in Dublin. The PSNI issued an arrest warrant for Edward Connors, 19, earlier this week. The teenager was just 15 when he raped an American tourist in the Colin Glen Forest Park in Belfast, four years ago.
Irish Prison Service Spends Over €80,000 On Plastic Footballs
More that €80,000 has been spent on footballs by the Irish Prison Service over the last two years, Minister for Justice Alan Shatter has said.
More that €80,000 has been spent on footballs by the Irish Prison Service over the last two years, Minister for Justice Alan Shatter has said.
New Public Transport Price Hike Planned
Fares for public transport are to rise again by as much as 6% across the board, according to the Irish Independent newspaper. It comes after the Government decided to increase its subvention to CIE by €36m this year.
Fares for public transport are to rise again by as much as 6% across the board, according to the Irish Independent newspaper. It comes after the Government decided to increase its subvention to CIE by €36m this year.
€200m Saved By Local Government Since 2010
A report published yesterday has revealed that almost €200m has been saved since 2010 through efficiencies in local government.
A report published yesterday has revealed that almost €200m has been saved since 2010 through efficiencies in local government.
New McAreavy Investigation - DNA To Be Collected From All Hotel Staff
Workers at the hotel in which Michaela McAreavey was murder will have their DNA tested as police in Mauritius begin a new investigation. Former staff members at the Legends Hotel will also be required to submit DNA samples in the coming weeks.
Workers at the hotel in which Michaela McAreavey was murder will have their DNA tested as police in Mauritius begin a new investigation. Former staff members at the Legends Hotel will also be required to submit DNA samples in the coming weeks.
Financial Worries Lead To Spike In Calls To Older People's Helpline
A helpline for older people has seen a spike in the number of people using its services. The Senior Helpline reported a 50% rise in calls in the first month of this year compared to the same period last year.
A helpline for older people has seen a spike in the number of people using its services. The Senior Helpline reported a 50% rise in calls in the first month of this year compared to the same period last year.
Local Authority Cuts Bring About Multi-Million Euro Savings
Cuts to procurement contracts and staffing levels have driven down local government costs by nearly €200m over the past two years, a new report has found.
Cuts to procurement contracts and staffing levels have driven down local government costs by nearly €200m over the past two years, a new report has found.
EPA Gives Consent For GM Potato Field Trials
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has today given consent to Teagasc, Oak Park, Co Carlow, to carry out field trials on a genetically modified (GM) potato line with improved resistance to late potato blight. The consent is subject to eight conditions.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has today given consent to Teagasc, Oak Park, Co Carlow, to carry out field trials on a genetically modified (GM) potato line with improved resistance to late potato blight. The consent is subject to eight conditions.
Gardai Appeal For Missing Man Joe Stephens
Gardai at Oranmore Co. Galway are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of, 53-year-old, Joe Stephens. Joe was last seen when visited a friend in Ferbane, Co Offaly, on the 17th July 2012.
Gardai at Oranmore Co. Galway are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of, 53-year-old, Joe Stephens. Joe was last seen when visited a friend in Ferbane, Co Offaly, on the 17th July 2012.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 26 2011, 5,479 days ago
Minister Noonan To Brief On New Eurozone Deal
The Oireachtas Committee on Finance and Public Expenditure will receive a detailed briefing from the Minister for Finance today. Minister Michael Noonan will report on the results and consequences for Ireland arising from last weeks’ crunch Eurozone summit.
The Oireachtas Committee on Finance and Public Expenditure will receive a detailed briefing from the Minister for Finance today. Minister Michael Noonan will report on the results and consequences for Ireland arising from last weeks’ crunch Eurozone summit.
Liam Adams In Court Over Extradition Case
The extradition case involving the brother of Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams, is due to be heard today. Liam Adams is facing charges of raping his daughter as well as indecent assault and gross indecency. His daughter, Áine Tyrell, waived her right to anonymity when reporting the abuse.
The extradition case involving the brother of Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams, is due to be heard today. Liam Adams is facing charges of raping his daughter as well as indecent assault and gross indecency. His daughter, Áine Tyrell, waived her right to anonymity when reporting the abuse.
Major Operation Targets PSNI Officer's Killers
Five men have been arrested and a major search operation has taken place across the North today over the murder of police officer Ronan Kerr. Police investigating the deadly bomb blast in Omagh almost four months ago have mounted a major search and arrest operation.
Five men have been arrested and a major search operation has taken place across the North today over the murder of police officer Ronan Kerr. Police investigating the deadly bomb blast in Omagh almost four months ago have mounted a major search and arrest operation.
Foreign Affairs Committee To Address African Famine
The Chief Executive Officers of three of Ireland’s leading overseas aid agencies will attend a meeting of the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade today to address the emergency humanitarian situation in the horn of Africa.
The Chief Executive Officers of three of Ireland’s leading overseas aid agencies will attend a meeting of the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade today to address the emergency humanitarian situation in the horn of Africa.
Fare Increases For Profitable Ryanair
The Irish 'budget airline' Ryanair has reported a jump in first quarter profits and passenger numbers. However, it still aims to push up fares, which the firm said would rise by an average of up to 12% in the year to the end of March 2012 as fuel prices rise.
The Irish 'budget airline' Ryanair has reported a jump in first quarter profits and passenger numbers. However, it still aims to push up fares, which the firm said would rise by an average of up to 12% in the year to the end of March 2012 as fuel prices rise.
New Household Charge Approved
It has been reported that the Cabinet has passed a new household charge. Details of the €100 service charge, to be payable from next year, will be announced this afternoon. The charge combines water and property tax until schemes for charging for water and property tax are introduced.
It has been reported that the Cabinet has passed a new household charge. Details of the €100 service charge, to be payable from next year, will be announced this afternoon. The charge combines water and property tax until schemes for charging for water and property tax are introduced.
'Enough' To Protest At Allied Irish Bank
As part of their 'Enough' campaign a protest will take place this morning outside the EGM of Allied Irish Banks Headquarters in Ballsbridge, Dublin.
As part of their 'Enough' campaign a protest will take place this morning outside the EGM of Allied Irish Banks Headquarters in Ballsbridge, Dublin.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 26 2010, 5,844 days ago
Dublin Shooting Leaves Three Wounded
Three men are in hospital after a shooting incident at the Players Lounge pub in Fairview in Dublin. According to reports this morning, a man armed with two guns approached a group standing outside the pub at around 12.30am and fired a number of shots.
Three men are in hospital after a shooting incident at the Players Lounge pub in Fairview in Dublin. According to reports this morning, a man armed with two guns approached a group standing outside the pub at around 12.30am and fired a number of shots.
Wright Inquiry Publication Set For Autumn
A date has been announced for the long-awaited publication of the report of the Billy Wright Inquiry in the North. Chaired by Lord MacLean, it will be published on 14 September and is to take place now that the required 'checking process' has been completed.
A date has been announced for the long-awaited publication of the report of the Billy Wright Inquiry in the North. Chaired by Lord MacLean, it will be published on 14 September and is to take place now that the required 'checking process' has been completed.
Piping Of Shannon Water To Dublin Opposed
The development of a major reservoir and waterway, fed by the River Shannon, (see: Shannon To Be Harnessed For Water Supply) has not been universally welcomed.
The development of a major reservoir and waterway, fed by the River Shannon, (see: Shannon To Be Harnessed For Water Supply) has not been universally welcomed.
Titanic To Rise Again In Belfast
The iconic Titanic is to come home for its centenary with news that an £18m television drama about the ill-fated luxury liner has been commissioned to mark the anniversary of its sinking.
The iconic Titanic is to come home for its centenary with news that an £18m television drama about the ill-fated luxury liner has been commissioned to mark the anniversary of its sinking.
Road Tolls 'Not Logical' Says Kennedy
Fianna Fail Minister Michael Kennedy has slammed a recent report from a joint committee, saying it's findings that tolls on national roads should be introduced were "not logical".
Fianna Fail Minister Michael Kennedy has slammed a recent report from a joint committee, saying it's findings that tolls on national roads should be introduced were "not logical".
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