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Irish News on Thu, Oct 3 2019, 2,557 days ago
Four Teenagers Arrested In Connection With Serious Sexual Assault In Co Wexford
Four male teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of rape in connection with an incident in Co Wexford. The arrests were made by garda investigating a serious sexual assault reported to have occurred on 28 July, 2019 at approximately 12:15am in the Burrow area of Courtown Harbour, Gorey.
Four male teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of rape in connection with an incident in Co Wexford. The arrests were made by garda investigating a serious sexual assault reported to have occurred on 28 July, 2019 at approximately 12:15am in the Burrow area of Courtown Harbour, Gorey.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 3 2018, 2,922 days ago
Bus Driver Found To Be Nine Times Over Drink Driving Limit
A bus driver has been arrested by gardaí after he was found to be nine times over the legal alcohol limit while driving on the M7 in Co Kildare. Naas Roads Policing Unit stopped the bus at about 7pm on Tuesday, 02 October. The driver, a man aged in his 60s, was detained at the scene.
A bus driver has been arrested by gardaí after he was found to be nine times over the legal alcohol limit while driving on the M7 in Co Kildare. Naas Roads Policing Unit stopped the bus at about 7pm on Tuesday, 02 October. The driver, a man aged in his 60s, was detained at the scene.
Taoiseach Accused Of Allowing Defense Services To Become An 'Afterthought'
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has been urged to release a pending report into the inability of two Irish naval ships to launch.
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has been urged to release a pending report into the inability of two Irish naval ships to launch.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 3 2017, 3,287 days ago
Revenue Officers Seize 13kg Of Cannabis At Dublin Airport
Up to 13kg of herbal cannabis has been seized by Revenue Officers at Dublin Airport. The drugs, which have an estimated value of €260,000, were found inside the checked-in baggage of a Malaysian man on 28 September. The suspect, who is in his 30s, had arrived on a flight from Madrid.
Up to 13kg of herbal cannabis has been seized by Revenue Officers at Dublin Airport. The drugs, which have an estimated value of €260,000, were found inside the checked-in baggage of a Malaysian man on 28 September. The suspect, who is in his 30s, had arrived on a flight from Madrid.
Proposals For Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017 Published
The Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan, has unveiled details for a Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017.
The Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan, has unveiled details for a Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017.
New Bill 'Could Create More Than 20,000 Homes' - FF
Fianna Fáil has claimed more than 20,000 additional homes could be created through its Vacant Housing Refurbishment Bill. The Bill, which aims to establish a special planning and building control approval process in each planning authority, is set to be debated in the Dáil later today, 03 October.
Fianna Fáil has claimed more than 20,000 additional homes could be created through its Vacant Housing Refurbishment Bill. The Bill, which aims to establish a special planning and building control approval process in each planning authority, is set to be debated in the Dáil later today, 03 October.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 3 2014, 4,383 days ago
Orange Hall Destroyed By Fire
An Orange hall in Co Donegal has been destroyed in a fire. The Convoy Orange hall was reported in the early hours of Friday morning. An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently underway, but gardaí have said early indications suggest forced entry was made into the building.
An Orange hall in Co Donegal has been destroyed in a fire. The Convoy Orange hall was reported in the early hours of Friday morning. An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently underway, but gardaí have said early indications suggest forced entry was made into the building.
Met Éireann Issues Weather Warning
A weather warning has been issued by Met Éireann and will be in place for most of the day (Friday). The yellow warning comes as up to 40mm of rain is due to fall today, with winds also reaching gale force. Rain is expected to move southeastwards throughout the day and will be heavy in places.
A weather warning has been issued by Met Éireann and will be in place for most of the day (Friday). The yellow warning comes as up to 40mm of rain is due to fall today, with winds also reaching gale force. Rain is expected to move southeastwards throughout the day and will be heavy in places.
1 In 3 Elderly People 'Are Lonely'
One in three people, over the age of 65 and who live in their own homes, are said to have experienced feelings of loneliness, a new study has found.
One in three people, over the age of 65 and who live in their own homes, are said to have experienced feelings of loneliness, a new study has found.
Women Hit Hardest By Austerity
Women have been hit hardest by budget cuts and austerity in Ireland, according to new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute. The stats how that households where both parents work have seen the biggest squeeze, with a 13% drop in disposable income since the recession took hold.
Women have been hit hardest by budget cuts and austerity in Ireland, according to new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute. The stats how that households where both parents work have seen the biggest squeeze, with a 13% drop in disposable income since the recession took hold.
Domestic Holidays Grow 6.7%
The number of people taking holidays at home in Ireland grew by 6.7% over the first half of 2014, compared to the same period in 2013. Figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show the number of overall domestic trips increased by 6.6%. Domestic holiday nights increased by 5.
The number of people taking holidays at home in Ireland grew by 6.7% over the first half of 2014, compared to the same period in 2013. Figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show the number of overall domestic trips increased by 6.6%. Domestic holiday nights increased by 5.
Irish Economy Continues To Grow
Ireland's economy continues to grow, according to stats released by the Exchequer that show a deficit of €6.0 billion, an improvement of €2.5 billion on the same period in 2013.
Ireland's economy continues to grow, according to stats released by the Exchequer that show a deficit of €6.0 billion, an improvement of €2.5 billion on the same period in 2013.
Planning Reforms To Boost Construction Sector
New planning reforms will lead to "a welcome boost for employment" in the Irish construction sector, the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has said.
New planning reforms will lead to "a welcome boost for employment" in the Irish construction sector, the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has said.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 3 2013, 4,748 days ago
Thousands Left Unable To Vote In Polling Card 'Blunder'
Dublin City officials have sent polling cards to some 5,000 dead people. The mistake has been roundly criticised with reports of a Labour TD describing it as a "major cock-up".
Dublin City officials have sent polling cards to some 5,000 dead people. The mistake has been roundly criticised with reports of a Labour TD describing it as a "major cock-up".
Viable IED Discovered In Co Longford
A viable improvised explosive device has been found near a private residence in Longford. Gardaí called in a Defence Forces' Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team after they discovered the suspect device in Lisfarrell, Co Longford in the early hours of Thursday morning.
A viable improvised explosive device has been found near a private residence in Longford. Gardaí called in a Defence Forces' Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team after they discovered the suspect device in Lisfarrell, Co Longford in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Three Arrested And Heroin Seized In Co Dublin
Heroin with an estimated street value of €650,000 has been seized and three men arrested by gardaí in Co Dublin. Gardaí have said that following an intelligence-led operation three men, aged in their 30s, were stopped and searched on Crumlin Road, Dublin 12 on Wednesday at around 18:30.
Heroin with an estimated street value of €650,000 has been seized and three men arrested by gardaí in Co Dublin. Gardaí have said that following an intelligence-led operation three men, aged in their 30s, were stopped and searched on Crumlin Road, Dublin 12 on Wednesday at around 18:30.
Storms Bring Down Power Lines Across The Midlands
Storm warnings have been issued for most of the country after hundreds of households were left without power in east Galway, south Roscommon and west Offaly . Severe storms uprooted trees and brought down power lines, with some reports alleging small tornadoes were observed in parts of Offaly.
Storm warnings have been issued for most of the country after hundreds of households were left without power in east Galway, south Roscommon and west Offaly . Severe storms uprooted trees and brought down power lines, with some reports alleging small tornadoes were observed in parts of Offaly.
Cash-In-Transit Van Robbery Foiled By Passing Garda Patrol
Gardaí have foiled an attempted cash-in-transit van robbery in Clondalkin, west Dublin. According to garda at around 11:20am two men approached a guard from the van as he made a delivery at the Bawnogue Shopping Centre, threatening him with a firearm.
Gardaí have foiled an attempted cash-in-transit van robbery in Clondalkin, west Dublin. According to garda at around 11:20am two men approached a guard from the van as he made a delivery at the Bawnogue Shopping Centre, threatening him with a firearm.
Minister Reilly Unveils Plan To Make Ireland 'Tobacco Free'
Minister for Health James Reilly has revealed his plan to make Ireland tobacco-free by 2025. Some 60 recommendations that aim to eliminate smoking have been published in a report by the Tobacco Policy Review Group, called 'Tobacco Free Ireland'.
Minister for Health James Reilly has revealed his plan to make Ireland tobacco-free by 2025. Some 60 recommendations that aim to eliminate smoking have been published in a report by the Tobacco Policy Review Group, called 'Tobacco Free Ireland'.
Woman Killed And Man Seriously Injured In Co Wexford Road Crash
A woman has died in a two-car collision on the R741 between Gorey and Wexford. Gardaí have said that woman, aged in her 20s, died in the crash at around 10am on Thursday morning at Raheenaskeagh, north of the junction for Oulart village.
A woman has died in a two-car collision on the R741 between Gorey and Wexford. Gardaí have said that woman, aged in her 20s, died in the crash at around 10am on Thursday morning at Raheenaskeagh, north of the junction for Oulart village.
Examiner Appointed to Shoe Company Carl Scarpa
Eighty jobs are at risk following the announcement that Irish shoe retailer Carl Scarpa has entered examinership. Accounting firm Kavanagh Fennell was yesterday appointed as examiner for the Irish shoe company, which has been in business since 1974.
Eighty jobs are at risk following the announcement that Irish shoe retailer Carl Scarpa has entered examinership. Accounting firm Kavanagh Fennell was yesterday appointed as examiner for the Irish shoe company, which has been in business since 1974.
Dublin Based IT Firm Creates 75 New Jobs
Some 75 new jobs are to be created at the Dublin based headquarters of technology firm, the IT Alliance Group. The announcement was made at the official opening of the Irish company's new 20,000 square foot Dublin headquarters.
Some 75 new jobs are to be created at the Dublin based headquarters of technology firm, the IT Alliance Group. The announcement was made at the official opening of the Irish company's new 20,000 square foot Dublin headquarters.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 3 2012, 5,113 days ago
Quinn Jnr Told 'Don't Complain'
The judge hearing Sean Quinn Jr’s appeal has said he has no right to complain about being in prison. Mr Justice Donal O'Donnell said: "He committed a contempt of court. If he does not purge that contempt he does not remedy it.
The judge hearing Sean Quinn Jr’s appeal has said he has no right to complain about being in prison. Mr Justice Donal O'Donnell said: "He committed a contempt of court. If he does not purge that contempt he does not remedy it.
Cabinet Flies To Brussels Ahead Of Presidency
Ireland’s Cabinet flies out to Brussels today in preparation for the country's presidency of the EU. The nation’s presidency will begin on 1 January, 2013. It is thought that Taoiseach Enda Kenny will attempt to discuss with EU chiefs the nature of Ireland’s bank debt deal while there.
Ireland’s Cabinet flies out to Brussels today in preparation for the country's presidency of the EU. The nation’s presidency will begin on 1 January, 2013. It is thought that Taoiseach Enda Kenny will attempt to discuss with EU chiefs the nature of Ireland’s bank debt deal while there.
Reilly Denies Wrongdoing Over Healthcare Centres
The Minister for Health James Reilly has denied any impropriety on his part over the location of proposed primary healthcare centres.
The Minister for Health James Reilly has denied any impropriety on his part over the location of proposed primary healthcare centres.
Aspen To Create 44 Dublin Jobs
A pharmaceuticals firm is to create 44 jobs in Dublin. Global pharmaceutical supplier Aspen has confirmed plans to set up a regulatory, quality assurance and supply projects centre of excellence in Citywest.
A pharmaceuticals firm is to create 44 jobs in Dublin. Global pharmaceutical supplier Aspen has confirmed plans to set up a regulatory, quality assurance and supply projects centre of excellence in Citywest.
Cuts To Defence Forces Allowances 'Unacceptable'
The organisation which represents soldiers, sailors and aircrew within the Defence Forces has branded as totally unacceptable the decision to review or abolish allowances paid to personnel.
The organisation which represents soldiers, sailors and aircrew within the Defence Forces has branded as totally unacceptable the decision to review or abolish allowances paid to personnel.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 3 2011, 5,479 days ago
Davis Publishes P60 In Bid For 'Openness'
Presidential hopeful Mary Davis has published her P60 to encourage candidate "openness" during the race for Aras. The independent candidate has revealed that she earned more than €390k for her work on various State and non-State boards over the past decade.
Presidential hopeful Mary Davis has published her P60 to encourage candidate "openness" during the race for Aras. The independent candidate has revealed that she earned more than €390k for her work on various State and non-State boards over the past decade.
Adams To Be Extradited To NI
Liam Adams will be extradited to Northern Ireland following claims that he sexually assaulted his daughter. Mr Adams is wanted by the Police Service of Northern Ireland in relation to 18 alleged offences against his daughter, Aine Tyrell, who has waived her right to anonymity.
Liam Adams will be extradited to Northern Ireland following claims that he sexually assaulted his daughter. Mr Adams is wanted by the Police Service of Northern Ireland in relation to 18 alleged offences against his daughter, Aine Tyrell, who has waived her right to anonymity.
Mitchell To Officially Launch Campaign
Fine Gael's Presidential candidate, Gay Mitchell, will officially launch his campaign today, with Taoiseach Enda Kenny by his side. The launch comes just hours after senior Fine Gael members made disparaging comments about Sinn Fein Presidential candidate Martin McGuinness.
Fine Gael's Presidential candidate, Gay Mitchell, will officially launch his campaign today, with Taoiseach Enda Kenny by his side. The launch comes just hours after senior Fine Gael members made disparaging comments about Sinn Fein Presidential candidate Martin McGuinness.
French Detectives To Investigate Du Plantier Murder
French Police officers are due to arrive in Ireland today to quiz witnesses over a 15-year-old murder. Three French detectives are due in Cork to take witness statements from up to 30 people who were originally interviewed during the Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder investigation.
French Police officers are due to arrive in Ireland today to quiz witnesses over a 15-year-old murder. Three French detectives are due in Cork to take witness statements from up to 30 people who were originally interviewed during the Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder investigation.
Old Woman Beaten In Own Belfast Home
The North's police are investigating after an 84-year-old woman was 'left black and blue' after an attack at her home in west Belfast. Two men broke into Josie Hamilton's house on Agnes Street off the loyalist Shankill Road on Friday night.
The North's police are investigating after an 84-year-old woman was 'left black and blue' after an attack at her home in west Belfast. Two men broke into Josie Hamilton's house on Agnes Street off the loyalist Shankill Road on Friday night.
Men More At Risk of Developing Diabetes
New research has revealed that men are more at risk of developing type two diabetes than women. According to a study carried out by clinical academics at Glasgow University, men have to gain less weight to be at risk of diabetes.
New research has revealed that men are more at risk of developing type two diabetes than women. According to a study carried out by clinical academics at Glasgow University, men have to gain less weight to be at risk of diabetes.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 3 2008, 6,574 days ago
Cowen's Budget Pledge
This year's Budget looks set to be even more critical to the economy than in any previous years. Already brought forward from the original date due to the massive deterioration in the public finances this year, it is to be unveiled in less than two weeks time.
This year's Budget looks set to be even more critical to the economy than in any previous years. Already brought forward from the original date due to the massive deterioration in the public finances this year, it is to be unveiled in less than two weeks time.
Underage Driver Killed And Two Injured In Donegal Crash
A Donegal teenager, who was driving while underage, has been killed in a collision between his car and a van in Co. Donegal. Gardai at Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal are investgating the two vehicle collision, which occurred at Moyle, Newtowncunningham on Thursday night at approximately 9.00pm.
A Donegal teenager, who was driving while underage, has been killed in a collision between his car and a van in Co. Donegal. Gardai at Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal are investgating the two vehicle collision, which occurred at Moyle, Newtowncunningham on Thursday night at approximately 9.00pm.
Emergency Landing Made By Light Aircraft In Shannon
A light aircraft with five passengers has been forced to make an emergency landing at Shannon airport this morning (Friday). The Citation plane, travelling from Gander Airport in Newfoundland to La Bourgeois in Paris, is understood to have suffered hydraulic problems while in flight.
A light aircraft with five passengers has been forced to make an emergency landing at Shannon airport this morning (Friday). The Citation plane, travelling from Gander Airport in Newfoundland to La Bourgeois in Paris, is understood to have suffered hydraulic problems while in flight.
€10m Cannabis Seizure In Rosslare
Customs officers have made a multi-million euro drug seizure in Rosslare in Co Wexford. An estimated €10 million of secreted cannabis resin was found by officers in a hidden section of a truck that came into Rosslare port.
Customs officers have made a multi-million euro drug seizure in Rosslare in Co Wexford. An estimated €10 million of secreted cannabis resin was found by officers in a hidden section of a truck that came into Rosslare port.
Primary School Curriculum Threatened By Overcrowding
More than 1,000 people last night heard a call to tackle the woes of primary school education.
More than 1,000 people last night heard a call to tackle the woes of primary school education.
Eight Health Chiefs Share €123,000 Bonus
Despite a year plagued with controversy in the Health Service Executive, eight of the top bosses have taken home a whopping €123,000 bonus.
Despite a year plagued with controversy in the Health Service Executive, eight of the top bosses have taken home a whopping €123,000 bonus.
Orde Tipped For Met Job
Northern Ireland's top cop has been tipped as a contender for the most coveted police job in the UK, following the resignation of Met chief Sir Ian Blair. Despite having two years remaining on his PSNI contract, Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde has refused to rule himself out for the post.
Northern Ireland's top cop has been tipped as a contender for the most coveted police job in the UK, following the resignation of Met chief Sir Ian Blair. Despite having two years remaining on his PSNI contract, Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde has refused to rule himself out for the post.
NI Food Gets Rail
Three new food companies have been listed to supply products for catering operations on the Irish railway network.
Three new food companies have been listed to supply products for catering operations on the Irish railway network.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 3 2007, 6,940 days ago
Fatal Crash In Co. Roscommon
A 56-year-old bus driver has been killed in a crash near Elphin, County Roscommon. The incident involved a Bus Éireann school bus carrying around 30 pupils from Carrick-on-Shannon Community School and a van. Three men in the van are being treated in hospital.
A 56-year-old bus driver has been killed in a crash near Elphin, County Roscommon. The incident involved a Bus Éireann school bus carrying around 30 pupils from Carrick-on-Shannon Community School and a van. Three men in the van are being treated in hospital.
Six Teens Arrested Over Limerick Man's Murder
Gardaí have arrested six teenagers in connection with the death of Limerick man Patrick Coleman in September. Mr Coleman, a 33-year-old father-of-two, died after being attacked on his way home from a night out on September 3. His body was found in his home in John Carew Park. He had been stabbed.
Gardaí have arrested six teenagers in connection with the death of Limerick man Patrick Coleman in September. Mr Coleman, a 33-year-old father-of-two, died after being attacked on his way home from a night out on September 3. His body was found in his home in John Carew Park. He had been stabbed.
Shooting Incidents In Limerick
There were four separate shooting incidents in County Limerick overnight. A number of properties were damaged, but there were no reports of injuries. At 10.30pm in Richmond Park in the Corbally district, four shots were fired through the front door of a house.
There were four separate shooting incidents in County Limerick overnight. A number of properties were damaged, but there were no reports of injuries. At 10.30pm in Richmond Park in the Corbally district, four shots were fired through the front door of a house.
Cavan General Postpones Operations
Cavan General Hospital has postponed a number of operations because of staff shortages. Due to an ongoing recruitment freeze, a consultant anaesthetist who went on holiday was not replaced by a locum. Consequently a number of operations at the hospital were cancelled.
Cavan General Hospital has postponed a number of operations because of staff shortages. Due to an ongoing recruitment freeze, a consultant anaesthetist who went on holiday was not replaced by a locum. Consequently a number of operations at the hospital were cancelled.
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Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Dry with clear spells at first but gradually clouding over from the west later in the evening. Cloudy but dry overnight. Freshening southwest winds around the North coast. Minimum temperature 11 °C.