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Irish News on Wed, Dec 4 2019, 2,192 days ago

Irish Woman To Be Charged Over Terrorist Offence
An Irish citizen arrested on suspicion of terrorist offences has been charged to appear in court. The 38 year-old will appear before a sitting of the District Court, Criminal Courts of Justice today, Wednesday 04 December.
Miners Protest Postponed In Co Meath
Tara Mines workers in Co Meath have postponed a scheduled protest in Dublin following confirmation of a drastic reduction in their flat rate expenses.
Garda Committed To Solving Missing Persons Cases
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has expressed his commitment to solving outstanding cases this National Missing Persons Day, 04 December. Addressing guests at an event, Commissioner Harris spoke alongside loved ones of missing persons such as Jo Jo Dullard, William Maughan, and Lisa Dorrian.
Dara Murphy Resigns As Fine Gael TD
Fine Gael's Dara Murphy has resigned from his seat in the Dáil Éireann. In a statement released on Tuesday night, Mr Murphy said he would be taking up a new role in the European Commission. The former Cork North Central TD also informed the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on Tuesday evening.
Labour: More Gardaí Required In Dublin
More Gardaí are needed to effectively tackle crime in Dublin, the Labour Party has warned. Senator Kevin Humphreys called for more bodies in the city following the publication of the CSO crime statistics.
Our Voices Our Schools Online Scheme Launches
An online toolkit to help schools improve the voice of their students has launched.
Online Security Habits Revealed As OneLogin Opens Dublin Base
Nearly two in five Irish adults (39%) haven't updated their main password in the last 12 months, according to new research.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 4 2018, 2,557 days ago

Concerns Raised Over 'Improper And Dangerous' Use Of Scramblers And Quads
Fianna Fáil has called for young people to be warned over the "improper and dangerous use" of scramblers and quad bikes.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 4 2017, 2,922 days ago

Body Of Kane McCormack Discovered In Field On Meath/Kildare Border
A man's body has discovered in a field on the Meath/Kildare border. Gardaí said the body of Kane McCormack, aged 24, was found in a field at Walterstown, Dunboyne on Saturday, 02 December. A post-mortem examination revealed Mr McCormack died from three gunshot wounds.
FF Hits Out At Govt For Failing To Ratify UN Disability Convention
Fianna Fáil has hit-out at the Government for not yet ratifying the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Irish News on Fri, Dec 4 2015, 3,653 days ago

Employment Minister Encourages Submissions To LPC
Parties interested in the National Minimum Wage are being encouraged to make submissions to the Low Pay Commission (LPC). Employment Minister Ged Nash is urging interested persons to make their submissions as the LPC begins a new phase of work.
Green Party Slams New Climate Bill
The Green Party has hit out at the Government over its new Climate Bill. The party said the Bill is "almost worse than doing nothing" and it has "no binding targets".
Central Bank Staff Vote 'No Confidence' In Management
Staff at the Central Bank of Ireland have passed a motion of 'no confidence' concerning its management. It is understood out of Unite's 600 members, over half voted 92% in favour of the ballot.
More Than 100 Jobs Available At LinkedIn In Dublin
Internet firm LinkedIn has announced it is to employ another 100 workers in Dublin. The firm now employs 900 people, an increase of 300 over the past twelve months, with more than 100 additional open positions available at present.
Three Men Arrested In Connection With Post Office Raid Released Without Charge
Three men arrested in connection with an attempted robbery of a Dublin post office have been released without charge. It is understood three masked suspects armed with knives, a crowbar and other implements entered the building on Leonard's Corner at around 12:30pm yesterday, 03 December.
'Bogus Self-Employment' Costs Taxpayer €600m
A new report from the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) has said the Irish State could have lost more than €600 million since 2007, due to an increase in "bogus self-employment" within the construction industry.
Suspected Pipe Bombs Found In Limerick
Two suspected pipe bombs have been found in Limerick, it has been reported. The discovery is understood to be part of a Garda investigation in dissident republican activity in the county.
Teenager Missing In Co Tipperary
Gardaí in Clonmel, Co Tipperary, have appealed for information into the whereabouts of a missing teenager. Sophie Burke, 18, was last seen leaving her home at Elm Park, Clonmel, on 02 December.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 4 2014, 4,018 days ago

Man Arrested Over County Meath Murders
Gardaí have arrested a male in his 50s in the Meath area, as part of investigations into the murders of Eoin O'Connor and Anthony Keegan. The two men's bodies were found on an island in Lough Sheelin, Co Meath, on 26 May 2014. Both had been reported missing on 22 April 2014.
Aer Lingus Reports Fall In Passenger Numbers
Aer Lingus has reported a fall in passenger numbers for the month of November when compared to the same month in 2013. In total, the airline carried 702,000 passengers last month, which is down by 3.6% from November last year.
FG And Labour Ratings Slump
Fine Gael and Labour's ratings have significantly dropped, while independents and smaller parties have won substantial increases, according to the latest Irish Times/Ipsos MRBI opinion poll. Fine Gael have dropped 5 percentage points to 19%, while Labour's approval has fallen 3 points to 6%.
Dealz Creates 80 New Jobs
Dealz has announced it is to create 80 new jobs in Ireland. The roles will be creates across three new stores. The discount retailer opened its two newest premises today in Mallow and Navan, and has said another store will open in Athy, Co Kildare, next week.
€6m Boost For Irish Venture Capital Fund
London-based venture capital firm Hoxton Ventures has launched a €5.875m Irish early stage venture capital fund in partnership with Enterprise Ireland. Hoxton Ventures is a $40m early stage venture capital fund designed to "bridge the gap between Europe and Silicon Valley". This new €5.
Water Charges 'Should Be Abolished'
Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Féin spokesperson for Justice, has called for the government to scrap the controversial water charge. He said it should happen as soon as possible, following an increase in public dissatisfaction over the hardship the charge will bring.
Cross-Border Bid For RWC To Be Launched
Ireland is reportedly set to unveil its bid for the 2023 Rugby World Cup. According to reports, details will be revealed tomorrow, when IRFU officials will meet with Government representatives north and south of the border.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 4 2013, 4,383 days ago

Gardaí Collusion Found In Smithwick Tribunal
The Smithwick tribunal has found that gardaí tipped off the Provisional IRA in the murder of two of the most senior RUC officers to die during the Troubles. RUC Chief Superintendent Harry Breen and Superintendent Bob Buchanan were shot by the IRA after a meeting at Dundalk Garda Station in 1989.
Appeal For Missing Girl From Blanchardstown
Gardaí at Blanchardstown are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old Rebekah Burnett. Rebekah was last seen at Blanchardstown Shopping Centre on Thursday 28 November, 2013 at approximately 5.30pm.
Boost For Shannon Airport As Aer Lingus Expands Routes To The UK
Fine Gael Clare TD and Chair of the Oireachtas Foreign Affairs Committee, Pat Breen, has said that the announcement that Aer Lingus is expanding its routes to the UK is yet another boost for Shannon Airport.
Prison Being Used As Respite For Women With Many Complex Needs - IPRT
Prison is being used as respite for women with multiple complex needs, when community-based responses would better address women's offending behaviour according to the Irish Penal Reform Trust (IPRT).
Extra Staff Allocated To The 'Garda Vetting' Section
The recent allocation of extra staff to the 'Garda Vetting' section has been welcomed by Deputy Gerald Nash. Mr Nash said: "Garda Vetting is essential for those working with children or vulnerable adults, such as elderly residents of nursing homes.
CRI Smartphone App Launches
The Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan, the Minister for Justice, Equality & Defence Alan Shatter TD, and the CEO of Vodafone Ireland Anne O'Leary have launched a new free smartphone app that allows users to receive Child Rescue Ireland (CRI) alerts direct to their smartphone.
Pfizer Announces 150 Job Losses
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs Dara Calleary has raised concerns that the government is sleepwalking through an emerging crisis in the healthcare manufacturing sector after three major employers announced job cuts in less than a week.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 4 2012, 4,748 days ago

12 Years For Double Rapist
A 34-year-old man, who drugged and raped two women after luring them to his home in Dublin, has been jailed for 12 years for.
Budget 2013 To Be 'Very Tough' But Fair
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore has warned that tomorrow’s Budget is going to be "very tough", but added that the government is seeking to protect the most vulnerable people. It is understood that some €3.5bn worth of increased taxes and spending cuts are to be announced as part of the Budget tomorrow.
Jail For Man Who Threw Rabbit In River Liffey
A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to four months' detention for throwing a homeless man's rabbit into the River Liffey in Dublin. Gary Kearney, originally from Crumlin, pleaded guilty at Dublin District Court to animal cruelty and torture.
Woman Launches Right-To-Die High Court Bid
A landmark High Court case has been launched, by a woman who is terminally ill, to establish a right to end her life with assistance. Marie Fleming from Wicklow was diagnosed with MS in 1986 and is in the final stages of the condition.
Man Found With Child Porn On Phone Avoids Jail
A man who went to a shop seeking help in transferring pornographic images of children from one phone to another has avoided a jail term.
Fines Of Up To €250,00 Threaten Against 'Spamming' Companies
Prosecution and fines of up to €250,000 will be used against companies who persist in sending unsolicited marketing messages by text and email, the Data Protection Commissioner (DPC) has warned.
Man Facing 173 Child Abuse Charges Granted Bail
A man facing 173 rape and sexual assault charges was bailed at a special sitting of the District Court in Athlone. He will appear again in February.
1000 Jobs For Shannon Dependent On Independence
Some 1000 jobs are expected to announced in the aviation sector as Shannon Airport prepares to become a totally independent by the end of the year.
Guidelines Say Pupils Should Be Banned From Taking Pictures
All school pupils should be banned from taking photographs of other pupils or members of staff new guidelines to combat cyber bullying have recommended.

Irish News on Fri, Dec 4 2009, 5,844 days ago

More Flooding Possible
Further flooding is possible this weekend according to the latest forecast from Met Eireann. The Irish weather service said today that changeable conditions are expected over the weekend as efforts to clean up after the flooding that affected many parts of the country over the last week continue.
Victim 'Stable' After Setting Himself Ablaze
A man in his 40s is said to be in a stable condition in hospital after dousing himself in flammable liquid and setting himself alight outside a pub in West Cork.
Sisters of Mercy Hand Over €127.5M
The Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy in Ireland have announced they are to hand over an amount in excess of €127.5 million in land and cash as 'reparation'.
Boy Killed In Collision
A four-year-old boy has been tragically killed in a vehicle collision in Westmeath. Gardai at Mullingar are investigating the incident in which two vehicles collided along the N4 outside Mullingar at approximately 5pm yesterday evening. The crash involved a van and a jeep towing a trailer.
North's Police Slammed Over ATM Robbery
A lack of police resources is being blamed for continuing ram-raid thefts of bank automated teller machines (ATMs) across the North.
Dam Buster Star Todd Dies
The Irish-born actor Richard Todd - best known for his role in the classic war film The Dam Busters - has died at the age of 90. Todd, renowned for his role in the 1954 epic, was also a war hero in his own right.
Meeting Called Over Mullingar Hospital Overcrowding
An emergency meeting has been called over the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar being taken 'off-call'. The hospital remains off-call as overcrowding in the Accident & Emergency Department reaches chronic levels.
Trio In Court Over Armed Robbery
Three men are to appear in court facing charges of armed robbery on a post office in Dublin. The three will appear in court at 10.30am this morning, charged in connection with the attempted robbery at Finglas Post Office on the Monday.
Durkan Will Fight Foyle Seat
SDLP Leader Mark Durkan has been selected to contest his own Foyle parliamentary seat at the next UK general election. Mr Durkan, the sitting Westminster MP, said it would be "an honour and a challenge" to continue to represent the Derry constituency.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 4 2008, 6,209 days ago

Gardaí Hunt For 'Tiger Kidnappers' In Dublin
A man was forced to rob a Dublin post office today as so-called 'Tiger Kidnappers' held his wife and two teenage children hostage.
Committee Grills Ex-FÁS Chief Over Expenses
The former FÁS boss is to appear before the Dáil Public Accounts Committee over questions on the allegedly exorbitant expenses accrued by the agency's executives.
Tasoiseach Sees Lisbon Solution In Sight
The Taoiseach says he's hopeful that a deal to save the Lisbon Treaty can be reached as high level talks continue between European leaders.
Siptu Calls For Suspension On Mortgage Payments
One of Ireland's largest workers Unions is calling for the introduction of a temporary suspension on mortgage payments for people who have lost their jobs. SIPTU says people who can no longer afford repayments should be offered a two-year moratorium to help them avoid losing their home.
Coastguard Saved!
Two pressure groups, which were opposing the closure of important coastguard facilities, are celebrating this week. The Save the Malin Head Station campaign group is welcoming news that the famous Donegal Coastguard Station is to be retained.
Man Jailed Over Gardaí Attack During Riot
An alcoholic schizophrenic Westmeath man has been jailed for three years for his part in the 'Love Ulster' riot. John Saunders, 40, represented himself in court following an unsuccessful application last July to change his plea to "not guilty" after evidence was heard in the case in December 2007.
Commission Urges Refund For Lapland Hopefuls
The Commission for Aviation Regulation has urged United Travel to refund its customers and wind up its operation. Over 1,100 children and adults have booked a Christmas break with the agency to visit Lapland over December, even though it has emerged that the travel agent is prohibited to trade.
Recession To Continue Into 2010
Influencial market analysts, Davy Stockbrokers, has revealed a new report showing it expects the recession to continue into 2010. The report also predicts unemployment to reach a worrying 12% between now and then.
Gardaí Turn Up Ganga Garden
Gardai in Dublin have discovered a cannibas plant nursery at an address in the capital. Officers seized a large quantity of the cannabis plants in a planned operation at a house on the Blessington Road in Tallaght, yesterday.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 4 2007, 6,575 days ago

Father And Son Die in Donegal Fishing Tragedy
A father and son have been killed in a fishing tragedy in Co Donegal. It is understood that the two men - one believed to be in his 40s and the other aged 19 and both from Inver Port - left Killibegs harbour in a 20ft open deck lobster boat to check on pots on Monday.
Gaol Death Probed
A prisoner in Limerick gaol has been found hanged in his cell.
Search Continues For Missing Irish Seaman
A search is continuing in Wales for an Irish seaman who has been missing for two days. Brian Daly has not been seen since shortly after 3am on Sunday. The 20-year-old was last seen working on the deck of the cargo ship, Arklow Willow, which is currently moored at the King's Dock in Swansea.
Arrests Follow Limerick Firearms Seizure
Two people have been arrested after three firearms were discovered during a search of houses in Limerick city on Monday. The houses in O'Malley Park in the Southill area were searched on Monday and it is understood that a rifle, a sawn-off shotgun and a full-length shotgun were recovered.
Galway Likely Target As Abbot Labs Prepares To Shed Jobs
One of Ireland's most significant employers is poised to announce job losses. Abbott Laboratories, one of the largest US multinationals in Ireland, is expected to announce the job cuts in its Irish operations later today.
Woman 'Seriously Hurt' In Longford Crash
A woman was reportedly injured in a serious crash in Co Longford on Monday afternoon. It is understood that the woman, believed to be in her 60s, was knocked down as she crossed the street in Granard around 4pm on Monday. She was taken to the Midlands Regional Hospital in Mullingar for treatment.
Model Seriously Ill Following Weekend Collapse
Model Katy French remains in a serious condition in hospital after she collapsed at a house in Co Meath on Sunday. Ms French was taken to hospital after collapsing a friend's house in Ashbourne in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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