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Irish News on Thu, Apr 18 2019, 2,557 days ago
Man Killed In Co Tipperary Crash
A man in his 50s has died in a road traffic collision in County Tipperary. The crash occurred on the N24 Lillaloan Lower outside Clonmel, close to the Bulmers factor at around 11pm last night, Wednesday 17 April. The victim's car is believed to have collided with a truck.
A man in his 50s has died in a road traffic collision in County Tipperary. The crash occurred on the N24 Lillaloan Lower outside Clonmel, close to the Bulmers factor at around 11pm last night, Wednesday 17 April. The victim's car is believed to have collided with a truck.
€100k Cannabis Seized At Dublin Mail Centre
Revenue officers have seized 5kg of herbal cannabis worth an estimated €100,000 at the Dublin Mail Centre. The drugs were found today, Thursday 18 April, with the assistance of Revenue detector dog Bailey.
Revenue officers have seized 5kg of herbal cannabis worth an estimated €100,000 at the Dublin Mail Centre. The drugs were found today, Thursday 18 April, with the assistance of Revenue detector dog Bailey.
United Ireland Becoming A 'Very Real' Possibility- Sinn Fein
Sinn Fein's Deputy Leader Michelle O'Neill has said the prospect of Irish unity is now a very real one. The Stormont party leader indicated that Brexit was among other "political and societal changes" that are driving many towards the "logic" of Irish unity.
Sinn Fein's Deputy Leader Michelle O'Neill has said the prospect of Irish unity is now a very real one. The Stormont party leader indicated that Brexit was among other "political and societal changes" that are driving many towards the "logic" of Irish unity.
Health Minister Marks World Haemophilia Day 2019
Minister for Health, Simon Harris T.D. has marked World Haemophilia Day (Wednesday 17 April) by highlighting the level of care available for those with the bleeding disorder. The rare condition affects the body's ability to clot and is usually inherited.
Minister for Health, Simon Harris T.D. has marked World Haemophilia Day (Wednesday 17 April) by highlighting the level of care available for those with the bleeding disorder. The rare condition affects the body's ability to clot and is usually inherited.
Pair Arrested As Gardaí Raid Leitrim Grow House
Two men have been arrested and detained after gardaí discovered a cannabis grow house in County Leitrim. 90 plants in the early stages of growth, a kilogram of cannabis herb, cultivation equipment and 50 fully mature cannabis plants were seized from the premises.
Two men have been arrested and detained after gardaí discovered a cannabis grow house in County Leitrim. 90 plants in the early stages of growth, a kilogram of cannabis herb, cultivation equipment and 50 fully mature cannabis plants were seized from the premises.
Govt's National Statement On The European Union Published
The Government has published a new National Statement on the European Union. This report is the State's response to citizen dialogue on the future of Europe, as conducted across Ireland in 2018, and will inform Ireland's contribution to the EU's next five-year Strategic Agenda.
The Government has published a new National Statement on the European Union. This report is the State's response to citizen dialogue on the future of Europe, as conducted across Ireland in 2018, and will inform Ireland's contribution to the EU's next five-year Strategic Agenda.
US Software Firm Creates 200 New Jobs In Dublin
A US software development company is set to create 200 jobs in Dublin. LogMeIn, is a remote software firm that originates in the Middle East. It currently employs 176 people and is set to create a further 200 roles in customer service, sales, marketing, legal, Human Resources and technology.
A US software development company is set to create 200 jobs in Dublin. LogMeIn, is a remote software firm that originates in the Middle East. It currently employs 176 people and is set to create a further 200 roles in customer service, sales, marketing, legal, Human Resources and technology.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 18 2018, 2,922 days ago
'Serious Questions To Answer' Over Health Service Capacity Anomalies
The Minister for Health, Simon Harris, has "serious questions to answer" over anomalies in Health Service Capacity Review.
The Minister for Health, Simon Harris, has "serious questions to answer" over anomalies in Health Service Capacity Review.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 18 2016, 3,652 days ago
New Fine Announced For Worn Defective Tyres - Donohoe
A new Fixed Charge Notice (FCN) has been introduced for motorists who drive with defective or worn tyres on their vehicles, by the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe.
A new Fixed Charge Notice (FCN) has been introduced for motorists who drive with defective or worn tyres on their vehicles, by the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe.
Biotech Company Expansion To Create 400 Jobs
Up to 400 new jobs are to be created in Co Meath with the expansion of global biotechnology manufacturer, Shire.
Up to 400 new jobs are to be created in Co Meath with the expansion of global biotechnology manufacturer, Shire.
Active School Week Launched
Schools across Ireland have been urged to "get on board" with Active School Week, due to begin on Monday 25 April.
Schools across Ireland have been urged to "get on board" with Active School Week, due to begin on Monday 25 April.
Minister For the Environment Publishes Housing Actions Report
The Laying the Foundations: Housing Actions Report, which includes a number of actions taken across the housing spectrum to date, has been published by Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly.
The Laying the Foundations: Housing Actions Report, which includes a number of actions taken across the housing spectrum to date, has been published by Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly.
Flood Relief Budget 'Falls Short Of What's Needed' - FF
The budget of the flood relief scheme is €2 million short of what is needed, Fianna Fáil has said.
The budget of the flood relief scheme is €2 million short of what is needed, Fianna Fáil has said.
SF Claims Fianna Fáil Has 'Abandoned The Republican Values'
Fianna Fáil has abandoned their republican values, Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has said, following remarks made by Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin.
Fianna Fáil has abandoned their republican values, Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has said, following remarks made by Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Crash on N2 Finglas
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision on the N2 Finglas on Saturday 16 April. A male pedestrian was fatally injured when he was hit by a car on the N2 dual carriageway at about 3am.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision on the N2 Finglas on Saturday 16 April. A male pedestrian was fatally injured when he was hit by a car on the N2 dual carriageway at about 3am.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 18 2013, 4,748 days ago
Savita Halappanavar Inquest Hears Post-Mortem Details
The inquest into the death of Savita Halappanavar has heard details from her post-mortem, as the last witnesses gave their evidence.
The inquest into the death of Savita Halappanavar has heard details from her post-mortem, as the last witnesses gave their evidence.
Flights Cancelled Due To Extreme Weather
A number of flights out of Dublin and Cork were cancelled this morning due to extreme weather conditions throughout the night. Aer Lingus warned of knock-on flight delays and cancellations.
A number of flights out of Dublin and Cork were cancelled this morning due to extreme weather conditions throughout the night. Aer Lingus warned of knock-on flight delays and cancellations.
2,000 Jobs To Be Cut By Aviva
Around 2,000 jobs will be cut by insurance company Aviva.
Around 2,000 jobs will be cut by insurance company Aviva.
Controversial Debt Deal Guidelines Cleared
Controversial guidelines on what people with a state-approved debt deal can live on will be launched this week. While there is no requirement for ministers to approve the guidelines, they were shown to the cabinet at its weekly meeting on Wednesday.
Controversial guidelines on what people with a state-approved debt deal can live on will be launched this week. While there is no requirement for ministers to approve the guidelines, they were shown to the cabinet at its weekly meeting on Wednesday.
Teen Loses School Place Injunction
The social education a teenage girl with mental health difficulties is “gravely deficient" due to her being out of school for more than a year, a judge has said.
The social education a teenage girl with mental health difficulties is “gravely deficient" due to her being out of school for more than a year, a judge has said.
Authority Criticises Housing Refusal Offers
Cork County Council has criticised the high number of people refusing offers of social housing.
Cork County Council has criticised the high number of people refusing offers of social housing.
18 Months For Carjacker Who Threatened To Shoot Pregnant Woman
A 29-year-old man, who threatened to shoot a pregnant woman before taking her car, has been jailed for 18 months. Christopher O’Reilly, of Weaver Row South, Brown Street, Dublin, pleaded guilty Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to unlawfully taking the victims car.
A 29-year-old man, who threatened to shoot a pregnant woman before taking her car, has been jailed for 18 months. Christopher O’Reilly, of Weaver Row South, Brown Street, Dublin, pleaded guilty Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to unlawfully taking the victims car.
Property Tax Bill For Entire Barracks Sent To Soldier
A solider has received a property tax bill for his entire Dublin barracks. It is understood the bill address to the soldier listed his as the “owner or person liable” for the tax owed on Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin.
A solider has received a property tax bill for his entire Dublin barracks. It is understood the bill address to the soldier listed his as the “owner or person liable” for the tax owed on Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin.
Rhino Heads Stolen From Museum Archive
Gardaí have launched an investigation into the theft of Rhino heads and horns from the National Museum Archives in Swords, Co Dublin. Around 22:40 on Wednesday night three masked men entered the archives building, tying up the lone security guard.
Gardaí have launched an investigation into the theft of Rhino heads and horns from the National Museum Archives in Swords, Co Dublin. Around 22:40 on Wednesday night three masked men entered the archives building, tying up the lone security guard.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 18 2012, 5,113 days ago
Over 500 Jobs To Be Created In Mylan Expansion
Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Mylan Inc. and the Irish Development Authority (IDA) today announced an important investment initiative to expand Mylan's operations in Dublin and Galway.
Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Mylan Inc. and the Irish Development Authority (IDA) today announced an important investment initiative to expand Mylan's operations in Dublin and Galway.
Elderly Couple Lose €1.25m In 'Celtic Tiger Tragedy'
An elderly couple who lost their entire €1.25m life savings in a failed investment have won the case against the accountant and financial adviser charged with looking after their investment.
An elderly couple who lost their entire €1.25m life savings in a failed investment have won the case against the accountant and financial adviser charged with looking after their investment.
Unions And Construction Firm Agree Cost Savings Agreement
SIPTU and TEEU representatives signed a cost saving agreement with the management of Balfour Beatty CLG Limited which protects the terms and conditions of employment of over 250 employees at the construction company.
SIPTU and TEEU representatives signed a cost saving agreement with the management of Balfour Beatty CLG Limited which protects the terms and conditions of employment of over 250 employees at the construction company.
Households To Pay €800 Million To Pay For New Water Company
Following the continuing controversy over who will foot the bill for the installation of water meters, the government last night confirmed that households will also be liable for funding arrangements, totalling more than €800 million, needed to establish a water company, including interest payments
Following the continuing controversy over who will foot the bill for the installation of water meters, the government last night confirmed that households will also be liable for funding arrangements, totalling more than €800 million, needed to establish a water company, including interest payments
Woman Who Left Two Week Old Baby In Hostel Before Flying To Germany 'Reluctant' To Return To Ireland
Gardai have today confirmed that a two-week old baby was left in a room of a Dublin hostel on Saturday.
Gardai have today confirmed that a two-week old baby was left in a room of a Dublin hostel on Saturday.
Michael Collins Hair Removed From Auction
Following criticism over the upcoming sale of a lock of Michael Collins’s hair, the owner has withdrawn the sale and decided to donate it to the National Museum of Ireland.
Following criticism over the upcoming sale of a lock of Michael Collins’s hair, the owner has withdrawn the sale and decided to donate it to the National Museum of Ireland.
Greenpeace Stage Protest At Apple Building
Greenpeace protestors have staged an hour-long protest at Apple’s European headquarters in Cork this morning. It is understood the protest was about the companies use of coal to power data centres for cloud computing.
Greenpeace protestors have staged an hour-long protest at Apple’s European headquarters in Cork this morning. It is understood the protest was about the companies use of coal to power data centres for cloud computing.
Special Garda Operation Established To Tackle Traveling Criminal Gangs
The Garda Commissioner has announced the formation of a special garda operation to target mobile criminal gangs involved in robberies all over the country.
The Garda Commissioner has announced the formation of a special garda operation to target mobile criminal gangs involved in robberies all over the country.
Priest Flees California Ahead Of Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
An Irish priest in Stockton, California, found liable in a civil case alleging sexual abuse and scheduled to testify in the sex-abuse lawsuit yesterday, is believed to have fled the country and returned to Ireland.
An Irish priest in Stockton, California, found liable in a civil case alleging sexual abuse and scheduled to testify in the sex-abuse lawsuit yesterday, is believed to have fled the country and returned to Ireland.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 18 2011, 5,479 days ago
Woman's Body Found In County Laoise
Gardai are continuing with their investigations after the discovery of a woman's body in County Laoise. The woman, believed to be in her 30s, was found at a flat in Mountrath. The alarm was raised shortly after 8pm on Friday.
Gardai are continuing with their investigations after the discovery of a woman's body in County Laoise. The woman, believed to be in her 30s, was found at a flat in Mountrath. The alarm was raised shortly after 8pm on Friday.
Newry On Alert As Drivers Diverted
Cross-border motorists are being warned to expect delays because of a new security alert in the city of Newry. Army bomb experts were this afternoon on site to examine a suspicious object, which was found in the New Street area of the Co Down city.
Cross-border motorists are being warned to expect delays because of a new security alert in the city of Newry. Army bomb experts were this afternoon on site to examine a suspicious object, which was found in the New Street area of the Co Down city.
Drugs Worth €720,000 Seized By Garda
As a result of a joint investigation between the Garda National Drugs Unit and Revenue’s Customs Officers at Dublin Port, approximately 60kgs of Herbal Cannabis was seized on Friday. The drugs have an estimated street value of €720,000.
As a result of a joint investigation between the Garda National Drugs Unit and Revenue’s Customs Officers at Dublin Port, approximately 60kgs of Herbal Cannabis was seized on Friday. The drugs have an estimated street value of €720,000.
North's Police Promise 'Customer Care'
The North's police are making a set of promises this week that may prove to be hard to keep. The new set of commitments has been put forward by PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggott to help increase accountability.
The North's police are making a set of promises this week that may prove to be hard to keep. The new set of commitments has been put forward by PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggott to help increase accountability.
Drug Seizure Detainees In Court
Two men and one woman, detained in relation to a drug seizure at Jamestown Industrial Estate on the 15th of April are due to appear at Dublin District Court today.
Two men and one woman, detained in relation to a drug seizure at Jamestown Industrial Estate on the 15th of April are due to appear at Dublin District Court today.
Sinn Fein Want Unity Poll
Sinn Fein's manifesto for the coming Assembly elections in the North is proposing a referendum on a new all-Ireland constitution. The republican party also wants people in Northern Ireland to be allowed to vote in Irish presidential elections.
Sinn Fein's manifesto for the coming Assembly elections in the North is proposing a referendum on a new all-Ireland constitution. The republican party also wants people in Northern Ireland to be allowed to vote in Irish presidential elections.
Miscarriage Misdiagnosis Review To Be Published
The Health Service Executive will publish a report later today looking into the miscarriage misdiagnosis scandal. Last June an inquiry was launched following reports that some women were misinformed that their babies were dead.
The Health Service Executive will publish a report later today looking into the miscarriage misdiagnosis scandal. Last June an inquiry was launched following reports that some women were misinformed that their babies were dead.
Irish News on Fri, Apr 18 2008, 6,574 days ago
Joint Talks Fuel FF-SDLP Merger Speculation
Speculation is growing over a possible merge between Fianna Fail and the SDLP. The Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and SDLP leader Mark Durkan will jointly host a business breakfast on Friday, further fuelling the flames of suspicion over merger plans.
Speculation is growing over a possible merge between Fianna Fail and the SDLP. The Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and SDLP leader Mark Durkan will jointly host a business breakfast on Friday, further fuelling the flames of suspicion over merger plans.
Irish Construction Firms Involved In 'Bid-Rigging'
Two Irish firms have been caught up in the price-fixing scandal that rocked the UK construction sector yesterday. The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) accused over 100 construction firms of "bid-rigging" in one of its largest ever investigations.
Two Irish firms have been caught up in the price-fixing scandal that rocked the UK construction sector yesterday. The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) accused over 100 construction firms of "bid-rigging" in one of its largest ever investigations.
Fare's Fair For Aer Lingus Customers
Budget airlines beware, Irish airline Aer Lingus has beaten them all - though its £4 trans-Atlantic flights look unlikely to be repeated in the future.
Budget airlines beware, Irish airline Aer Lingus has beaten them all - though its £4 trans-Atlantic flights look unlikely to be repeated in the future.
Men Jailed For Stamping On Norwegian Tourist
Two have been jailed for terms of seven and six years at Dublin Criminal court for rendering a man almost incapable of speech after a vicious attack.
Two have been jailed for terms of seven and six years at Dublin Criminal court for rendering a man almost incapable of speech after a vicious attack.
Polish Man Jailed For Stabbing Journalist
A Polish national has been jailed for a savage knife attack on a young journalist. Leszek Jarosz, 22, living at Weavers Square in Dublin, stabbed Ms O'Dwyer in the throat during a botched robbery in the early hours of May 19 last year, less than three weeks after he arrived in Ireland.
A Polish national has been jailed for a savage knife attack on a young journalist. Leszek Jarosz, 22, living at Weavers Square in Dublin, stabbed Ms O'Dwyer in the throat during a botched robbery in the early hours of May 19 last year, less than three weeks after he arrived in Ireland.
Church Owes €50m To Abused Victims
The Catholic Church owes the Government more than €50 million of the compensation promised to victims of clerical sex abuse. The overall compensation package will cost €1.1 billion, but a deal with the religious orders struck with the state limits their liability to €128m.
The Catholic Church owes the Government more than €50 million of the compensation promised to victims of clerical sex abuse. The overall compensation package will cost €1.1 billion, but a deal with the religious orders struck with the state limits their liability to €128m.
Fourteen Years For Cork Sister's Rapist
The Cork man who raped two teenage sisters of his former girlfriend has been given a 14-year sentence.
The Cork man who raped two teenage sisters of his former girlfriend has been given a 14-year sentence.
Contraband Cigarettes Seized In Cork
Customs officers in Cork have seized 60,000 contraband cigarettes following an ongoing national investigation. Garda tip offs led them to focus on a Cambodian-registered freighter that docked in the city on Thursday.
Customs officers in Cork have seized 60,000 contraband cigarettes following an ongoing national investigation. Garda tip offs led them to focus on a Cambodian-registered freighter that docked in the city on Thursday.
Ireland In Top Ten For Reducing Road Deaths
Ireland is now ninth place amongst European states for its reduction in road deaths. Provisional figures released today by the European Transport Safety Council show Ireland is now 9th out of the 25 EU member states.
Ireland is now ninth place amongst European states for its reduction in road deaths. Provisional figures released today by the European Transport Safety Council show Ireland is now 9th out of the 25 EU member states.
Consultants To Reject Contract Proposal
The Irish Hospital Consultants Association is reportedly set to reject the new contract being introduced by the HSE. The new contract would see consultants working more flexible hours and cutting back their private practice in public hospitals.
The Irish Hospital Consultants Association is reportedly set to reject the new contract being introduced by the HSE. The new contract would see consultants working more flexible hours and cutting back their private practice in public hospitals.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.