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Irish News on Fri, Aug 4 2017, 3,287 days ago
Man Injured In Meath Shooting
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident which took place in Co Meath on Thursday, 03 August. It is believed a lone male entered the driveway of a house at Mill Close, Stamullen, and fired a number of shots at around 7pm. The shots injured the male driver of a car.
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident which took place in Co Meath on Thursday, 03 August. It is believed a lone male entered the driveway of a house at Mill Close, Stamullen, and fired a number of shots at around 7pm. The shots injured the male driver of a car.
Capital Funding Announced For Voluntary Arts
Irish culture in the voluntary sector is to get a major boost. The Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys TD, announced funding of almost €750,000 for more than 60 local arts organisations around the country.
Irish culture in the voluntary sector is to get a major boost. The Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys TD, announced funding of almost €750,000 for more than 60 local arts organisations around the country.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 4 2016, 3,652 days ago
Man Injured In Dublin Shooting
A man has been injured in a shooting in Dublin. The incident happened on the Greenhills Road in Walkinstown at around 11.35am today, 04 August. He has been taken to Tallaght Hospital and an investigation is underway.
A man has been injured in a shooting in Dublin. The incident happened on the Greenhills Road in Walkinstown at around 11.35am today, 04 August. He has been taken to Tallaght Hospital and an investigation is underway.
Lidl To Create 600 New Jobs In Ireland
German retailer Lidl has announced it is to create 600 new jobs in Ireland over the next two years. The company said it is expanding due to 'significant growth' in the market.
German retailer Lidl has announced it is to create 600 new jobs in Ireland over the next two years. The company said it is expanding due to 'significant growth' in the market.
Call For Parents Not To Bring Children To Temple Street Following Power Cut
Parents are being urged not to bring their children to Temple Street Children's Hospital in Dublin following a problem with the power supply. At around 3am this morning, 04 August, the hospital suffered an eight second interruption to its power supply and switched over to run on its own generator.
Parents are being urged not to bring their children to Temple Street Children's Hospital in Dublin following a problem with the power supply. At around 3am this morning, 04 August, the hospital suffered an eight second interruption to its power supply and switched over to run on its own generator.
Dublin Teenager Found 'Safe And Well'
A teenager who went missing from Dublin has been found "safe and well". Sean Costello, 15, went missing from Ballymun just after midnight on Sunday, 31 July. Gardai launched an appeal as they were concerned for his welfare. However, they have confirmed he has been found "safe and well".
A teenager who went missing from Dublin has been found "safe and well". Sean Costello, 15, went missing from Ballymun just after midnight on Sunday, 31 July. Gardai launched an appeal as they were concerned for his welfare. However, they have confirmed he has been found "safe and well".
Man Dies In Kilkenny Road Collision
A man has died in a road collision in Co Kilkenny. The crash happened at around 1am on the westbound carriage of the N24 Piltown bypass.
A man has died in a road collision in Co Kilkenny. The crash happened at around 1am on the westbound carriage of the N24 Piltown bypass.
Search Continues For Robber Involved In Post Office Raid
A search is continuing for a suspect allegedly involved in an armed post office robbery in Co Kerry. Three men stole a sum of cash from Waterville Post Office at around 11am on Wednesday, 03 August. The suspects left the scene in a small blue car in the direction of Cahersiveen/Killarney.
A search is continuing for a suspect allegedly involved in an armed post office robbery in Co Kerry. Three men stole a sum of cash from Waterville Post Office at around 11am on Wednesday, 03 August. The suspects left the scene in a small blue car in the direction of Cahersiveen/Killarney.
Siptu To Attend Meeting To Attempt To Revert Strike Action In NAS
Union representatives from Siptu are to attend a meeting with Health Service Executive (HSE) management and Department of Health officials today, 04 August, to try to avert strike action in the National Ambulance Service (NAS).
Union representatives from Siptu are to attend a meeting with Health Service Executive (HSE) management and Department of Health officials today, 04 August, to try to avert strike action in the National Ambulance Service (NAS).
Irish News on Tue, Aug 4 2015, 4,018 days ago
Internships 'Absolutely Inappropriate' For Trained Teachers - SF
The Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan, has been urged to stop teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) being hired as part of the JobBridge internship scheme.
The Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan, has been urged to stop teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) being hired as part of the JobBridge internship scheme.
Housing Funding 'Collapsed Across All Categories' - FF
Funding for social housing has "collapsed across all categories" since the government came to power in 2011, according to Fianna Fáil.
Funding for social housing has "collapsed across all categories" since the government came to power in 2011, according to Fianna Fáil.
Fishing Port Ice Plants Shut Down By Health And Safety Board
Health and safety inspectors have ordered the closure of ice plants at three of the countries largest fishing ports. Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) have informed trawler captains that ice plants at Howth, Kilmore Quay and Dunmore East have been closed, according to a report by RTÉ.
Health and safety inspectors have ordered the closure of ice plants at three of the countries largest fishing ports. Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) have informed trawler captains that ice plants at Howth, Kilmore Quay and Dunmore East have been closed, according to a report by RTÉ.
Minor Works Scheme Failure Raising Parents Back-To-School Costs - FF
The government's failure to commit to a Minor Works Scheme for schools is resulting in higher back-to-school costs for parents, Fianna Fáil has claimed.
The government's failure to commit to a Minor Works Scheme for schools is resulting in higher back-to-school costs for parents, Fianna Fáil has claimed.
New Luas Line Works Begin
Work on the new €368m Luas Cross City project has gotten underway beginning on Dublin's O'Connell Street.
Work on the new €368m Luas Cross City project has gotten underway beginning on Dublin's O'Connell Street.
Man's Body Found In Sligo
An investigation has launched following the discovery of a man's body in Sligo town on Monday. The body was discovered by gardaí at about 13:00 at an apartment on Holborn Street. The man, believed to be in his late 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
An investigation has launched following the discovery of a man's body in Sligo town on Monday. The body was discovered by gardaí at about 13:00 at an apartment on Holborn Street. The man, believed to be in his late 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Firearm And Drugs Seized In Co Longford
A firearm and a quantity of drugs have been seized by garda as part of an operation targeting criminal activity in Co Longford. A shotgun and ammunition were seized from a house in the Ballymahon area.
A firearm and a quantity of drugs have been seized by garda as part of an operation targeting criminal activity in Co Longford. A shotgun and ammunition were seized from a house in the Ballymahon area.
Giant Inflatable Could Have Caused 'Serious Injury'
The escape of a giant inflatable onto a busy Dublin road could have led to "serious injury and property damage", Fianna Fáil's Paul McAuliffe said.
The escape of a giant inflatable onto a busy Dublin road could have led to "serious injury and property damage", Fianna Fáil's Paul McAuliffe said.
Minimum Alcohol Pricing Could Save Lives - FG
The introduction of a minimum price for alcohol could save hundreds of lives every year, Fine Gael said.
The introduction of a minimum price for alcohol could save hundreds of lives every year, Fine Gael said.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 4 2014, 4,383 days ago
Four Girls In Hospital After Aerosol Explosion
Garda are investigating the circumstances surrounding four girls ending up in hospital after an aerosol exploded in a house in Drogheda on Sunday. The girls are being treated in hospital, two in Crumlin's children's hospital and two in Tallaght, following the incident.
Garda are investigating the circumstances surrounding four girls ending up in hospital after an aerosol exploded in a house in Drogheda on Sunday. The girls are being treated in hospital, two in Crumlin's children's hospital and two in Tallaght, following the incident.
President Higgins In Belgium For WWI Commemoration
President Michael D Higgins is attending an international ceremony in Liège, Belgium, to mark the beginning of World War One. President Higgins joins some 50 heads of state commemorating the anniversary.
President Michael D Higgins is attending an international ceremony in Liège, Belgium, to mark the beginning of World War One. President Higgins joins some 50 heads of state commemorating the anniversary.
Cork Gardaí Station Evacuated After Pipe Bomb Handed In
Togher Gardaí Station in Cork city has been evacuated after a member of the public brought in a pipe bomb. An army bomb disposal team are on site and working to make the bomb safe.
Togher Gardaí Station in Cork city has been evacuated after a member of the public brought in a pipe bomb. An army bomb disposal team are on site and working to make the bomb safe.
Consultation Seeks Public's Input In Future Of Irish Water
The public is being urged to make a submission on the future of water services in Ireland. Irish Water has launched a non-statutory consultation on its Water Services Strategic Plan (WSSP) Issues Paper and its Draft Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Scoping Report.
The public is being urged to make a submission on the future of water services in Ireland. Irish Water has launched a non-statutory consultation on its Water Services Strategic Plan (WSSP) Issues Paper and its Draft Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Scoping Report.
Cannabis Cultivation Facility Uncovered In Co Galway
Gardaí in Co Galway have arrested two men in connection with the discovery of 120 cannabis plants during a search of a house at Kilgarve Court in Ballinsloe. The discovery was made when garda searched the house on Sunday morning, also recovering a quantity of harvested cannabis.
Gardaí in Co Galway have arrested two men in connection with the discovery of 120 cannabis plants during a search of a house at Kilgarve Court in Ballinsloe. The discovery was made when garda searched the house on Sunday morning, also recovering a quantity of harvested cannabis.
Missing 12-Year-Old Found 'Safe And Sound'
A 12-year-old boy missing for over a week has been found "safe and sound" gardaí have reported. Ned Connors Cash, from Blackrock, Co Dublin, had been missing from his home since 26 July.
A 12-year-old boy missing for over a week has been found "safe and sound" gardaí have reported. Ned Connors Cash, from Blackrock, Co Dublin, had been missing from his home since 26 July.
Human Remains Found At Recycling Plant Confirmed As Male
Human remains found at a recycling plant in Dublin belonged to a man, Gardaí have confirmed. Staff at the Thornton's recycling centre on Killeen Road, Ballyfermot, found the lower part of a human leg on Friday and called gardaí. The upper part of a leg was then found on Saturday.
Human remains found at a recycling plant in Dublin belonged to a man, Gardaí have confirmed. Staff at the Thornton's recycling centre on Killeen Road, Ballyfermot, found the lower part of a human leg on Friday and called gardaí. The upper part of a leg was then found on Saturday.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 4 2011, 5,479 days ago
Gardai Investigate Suspicious Death In Carrigaline
An investigation has been launched into the circumstances of a suspicious death in County Cork. On Wednesday the body of 36-year-old Darren Falsey was discovered in a house at Ashbourne Court, Carrigaline around 3pm. It is believed he received gunshot injuries.
An investigation has been launched into the circumstances of a suspicious death in County Cork. On Wednesday the body of 36-year-old Darren Falsey was discovered in a house at Ashbourne Court, Carrigaline around 3pm. It is believed he received gunshot injuries.
Ó Cuív Appointed Deputy Fianna Fáil Leader
Following the recent death of Brian Lenihan, Éamon Ó Cuív has been appointed Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil. Michael McGrath will now undertake the role of Finance Spokesperson.
Following the recent death of Brian Lenihan, Éamon Ó Cuív has been appointed Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil. Michael McGrath will now undertake the role of Finance Spokesperson.
White Collar Crime Measure To Be Introduced
A measure which will assist juries in their deliberations in complex theft and fraud trials is to be introduced.
A measure which will assist juries in their deliberations in complex theft and fraud trials is to be introduced.
Major Water Conservation Works Approved In Limerick
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government has approved Limerick City Council’s proposals to carry out extensive water mains rehabilitation works in the City at an estimated cost of €5.5 million. The Council intends to carry out work to replace 7.
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government has approved Limerick City Council’s proposals to carry out extensive water mains rehabilitation works in the City at an estimated cost of €5.5 million. The Council intends to carry out work to replace 7.
'No Release' But Lillis Campaign Continues
The campaign to free a sick republican prisoner in the North, Brendan Lillis, is continuing, despite earlier comments from the Stormont Justice Minister that he wouldn't be considered for compassionate release.
The campaign to free a sick republican prisoner in the North, Brendan Lillis, is continuing, despite earlier comments from the Stormont Justice Minister that he wouldn't be considered for compassionate release.
New Plan Published For National Employment Service
The Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton, has published the plan for the development and implementation of a new National Employment and Entitlements Service (NEES), as provided for in the Programme for Government.
The Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton, has published the plan for the development and implementation of a new National Employment and Entitlements Service (NEES), as provided for in the Programme for Government.
Republicans Target PSNI On Facebook
The North's police are looking into allegations that republicans are publishing pictures of serving PSNI officers on Facebook amid claims they are an attempt to 'target police officers for murder'.
The North's police are looking into allegations that republicans are publishing pictures of serving PSNI officers on Facebook amid claims they are an attempt to 'target police officers for murder'.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 4 2010, 5,844 days ago
Govt Letting Callely 'Off The Hook'
Opposition party Fine Gael have accused the Government of letting Senator Ivor Callely 'off the hook' over accusations of expenses fraud.
Opposition party Fine Gael have accused the Government of letting Senator Ivor Callely 'off the hook' over accusations of expenses fraud.
Mortgage Rise 'Unacceptable'
The two main Opposition parties have cricised Ireland's banks over their introduction of an increase in their variable mortage rate.
The two main Opposition parties have cricised Ireland's banks over their introduction of an increase in their variable mortage rate.
North Hit By Seaside Bomb Outrage
An undercar booby trap bomb has been found in the driveway of a soldier's home in Bangor, Co Down this morning. The device fell off the vehicle on Wednesday morning and was found by the officer and between 20 and 30 houses in the Chatworth area of the town were evacuated.
An undercar booby trap bomb has been found in the driveway of a soldier's home in Bangor, Co Down this morning. The device fell off the vehicle on Wednesday morning and was found by the officer and between 20 and 30 houses in the Chatworth area of the town were evacuated.
Radio Nova Back On The Airwaves
For the fist time in 15 years, Dublin radios will again be able to tune into the legendary station, Radio Nova. During the early 1980s, Radio Nova attracted almost 40% share of audiences, operating as a pirate station in the Capital.
For the fist time in 15 years, Dublin radios will again be able to tune into the legendary station, Radio Nova. During the early 1980s, Radio Nova attracted almost 40% share of audiences, operating as a pirate station in the Capital.
Castlerock Gas Tragedy Probed
People in a Co Londonderry seaside resort are struggling to come to terms with a double tragedy overnight after two teenagers were found dead in a holiday flat.
People in a Co Londonderry seaside resort are struggling to come to terms with a double tragedy overnight after two teenagers were found dead in a holiday flat.
Unions To Meet HSE Management Over Cuts
Unions representing health workers are to meet again with Health Service Executive management this afternoon to discuss the effect of cuts on services.
Unions representing health workers are to meet again with Health Service Executive management this afternoon to discuss the effect of cuts on services.
O'Keeffe Calls For Student's Support
The Minister for Enterprise has today urged the Union of Students of Ireland to get behind Government efforts to protect and create jobs. He was responding to a protest by the student group yesterday to highlight Ireland's high levels of unemployment among graduates under the recession.
The Minister for Enterprise has today urged the Union of Students of Ireland to get behind Government efforts to protect and create jobs. He was responding to a protest by the student group yesterday to highlight Ireland's high levels of unemployment among graduates under the recession.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 4 2009, 6,209 days ago
Gardaí Say Murder Foiled By Arrest
Gardaí have revealed they have prevented a gangland murder attempt after arresting a 'major' criminal who was carrying a loaded gun. The arrest was made as part of an ongoing operation targeting serious crime in Dublin city centre, according to Gardaí.
Gardaí have revealed they have prevented a gangland murder attempt after arresting a 'major' criminal who was carrying a loaded gun. The arrest was made as part of an ongoing operation targeting serious crime in Dublin city centre, according to Gardaí.
Security Men Shot Outside Dublin Hospital
Two men have been injured after a gun attack at a Dublin hospital. The two security men are being treated for gunshot wounds after an incident outside St James's Hospital in Dublin earlier this morning. The incident happened at around 4.30am. One man sustained a gunshot wound to the arm.
Two men have been injured after a gun attack at a Dublin hospital. The two security men are being treated for gunshot wounds after an incident outside St James's Hospital in Dublin earlier this morning. The incident happened at around 4.30am. One man sustained a gunshot wound to the arm.
Woman Killed After Collision With Truck
A driver has been killed after her car was in collision with an articulated truck. Gardaí are investigating the fatal road traffic collision on the N24 about 2km from Kilsheelan in Coounty Tipperary, at about 9.50pm yesterday.
A driver has been killed after her car was in collision with an articulated truck. Gardaí are investigating the fatal road traffic collision on the N24 about 2km from Kilsheelan in Coounty Tipperary, at about 9.50pm yesterday.
Guests Locked In Hotel Fridge By Robbers
Two guests who awoke during a raid at a hotel in Co Wicklow were locked in a fridge by robbers. During the incident on Tuesday, a gang of masked armed men stormed the hotel and locked two guests in a large kitchen refrigerator while they raided cash tills.
Two guests who awoke during a raid at a hotel in Co Wicklow were locked in a fridge by robbers. During the incident on Tuesday, a gang of masked armed men stormed the hotel and locked two guests in a large kitchen refrigerator while they raided cash tills.
Fire Sale Could Halve Property Prices
A “fire sale” of residential or commercial property could result in prices falling by 50% or more, according to the head of the Construction Industry Federation (CIF).
A “fire sale” of residential or commercial property could result in prices falling by 50% or more, according to the head of the Construction Industry Federation (CIF).
Thomas Cook Protestors Arrested
Around 30 Thomas Cook workers, who were staging a sit-in protest at the company's Dublin store, have been arrested by Gardaí. The arrests come as the High Court yesterday delivered a ruling yesterday ordering the workers to leave the premises by 7pm.
Around 30 Thomas Cook workers, who were staging a sit-in protest at the company's Dublin store, have been arrested by Gardaí. The arrests come as the High Court yesterday delivered a ruling yesterday ordering the workers to leave the premises by 7pm.
Man Held In Soldiers' Murder Probe
Another man has been held by police investigating the murder of two Antrim-based sappers. The 51-year-old man was arrested by police investigating the murders of Sappers Patrick Azimkar and Mark Quimsey at Masserene barracks earlier this year.
Another man has been held by police investigating the murder of two Antrim-based sappers. The 51-year-old man was arrested by police investigating the murders of Sappers Patrick Azimkar and Mark Quimsey at Masserene barracks earlier this year.
Swine Flu Kills Soldier From North
While north of the border continues to be the area of the UK least affected by swine flu, tragedy has hit Co Londonderry. A bombardier in the Royal Artillery who comes from the North West has become the first UK serviceman to have died from the virus.
While north of the border continues to be the area of the UK least affected by swine flu, tragedy has hit Co Londonderry. A bombardier in the Royal Artillery who comes from the North West has become the first UK serviceman to have died from the virus.
Dublin Airport Gets Bird Strike Landing
There were no injuries yesterday when a Ryanair flight from City of Derry Airport was forced to make an unscheduled landing at Dublin Airport. It had been struck by a flock of birds, just after the plane began its journey to Birmingham.
There were no injuries yesterday when a Ryanair flight from City of Derry Airport was forced to make an unscheduled landing at Dublin Airport. It had been struck by a flock of birds, just after the plane began its journey to Birmingham.
'Luck Of The Irish' Strikes Again
The North is getting more than its fair share of the UK's Lottery millionaires. The latest winner, Seamus Duffy from the Greysteel area of Co Londonderry, was the only winner of Saturday's Lotto jackpot and is said to be "over the moon" with the news.
The North is getting more than its fair share of the UK's Lottery millionaires. The latest winner, Seamus Duffy from the Greysteel area of Co Londonderry, was the only winner of Saturday's Lotto jackpot and is said to be "over the moon" with the news.
New 1,000 College Places For Unemployed
Minister for Education Batt O'Keeffe has announced details of 1,000 education places for unemployed workers in September.
Minister for Education Batt O'Keeffe has announced details of 1,000 education places for unemployed workers in September.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 4 2008, 6,574 days ago
Second Hit-And-Run Driver Held
Donegal Gardai have arrested a man in Glenties in connection with an alleged hit-and-run in Portnoo in the early hours of this morning. This was the second such incident within 24-hours as a woman was arrested on Sunday in Co Galway.
Donegal Gardai have arrested a man in Glenties in connection with an alleged hit-and-run in Portnoo in the early hours of this morning. This was the second such incident within 24-hours as a woman was arrested on Sunday in Co Galway.
Concert Tickets Fake Says U2
Irish rock band U2 are warning fans concert tickets currently advertised online are not real. The band says they have no confirmed live shows scheduled so reports claiming they are performing soon are 'mistaken'.
Irish rock band U2 are warning fans concert tickets currently advertised online are not real. The band says they have no confirmed live shows scheduled so reports claiming they are performing soon are 'mistaken'.
Climber's Family Meet Expedition Leader
The brother and girlfriend of Limerick man, Gerard McDonnell, who has died during his desent from the K2 mountain last week - and whose remains are to be left on the peak - are already on the scene, having travelled to meet the leader of the original expedition when Mr McDonnell first went missing.
The brother and girlfriend of Limerick man, Gerard McDonnell, who has died during his desent from the K2 mountain last week - and whose remains are to be left on the peak - are already on the scene, having travelled to meet the leader of the original expedition when Mr McDonnell first went missing.
Case Dropped Against Convicted Drug Dealer
A convicted drug dealer allegedly caught with €1.7 million worth of drugs has had the case against him dropped by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
A convicted drug dealer allegedly caught with €1.7 million worth of drugs has had the case against him dropped by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
Parents Call For Cheaper School Books
Parents of national school pupils have asked the government to look into the constant updating of school books. The National Parents Council (NPC) say it is becoming increasingly difficult to have books 'handed down' from older to younger students, because the editions go out of date so quickly.
Parents of national school pupils have asked the government to look into the constant updating of school books. The National Parents Council (NPC) say it is becoming increasingly difficult to have books 'handed down' from older to younger students, because the editions go out of date so quickly.
Half Of All Businesses Hit By Crime
A survey by the Small Firms Association (SFA) has found 51% of Irish businesses have been victims of crime at least once in the past year.
A survey by the Small Firms Association (SFA) has found 51% of Irish businesses have been victims of crime at least once in the past year.
Pipeline Protest Costs Gardaí €11 million
Gardaí have spent €11 million on overtime wages while trying to suppress protests over the controversial Shell gas pipeline. Reports on Monday revealed the €11 million bill for garda overtime payments as protestors at the Corrib gas site.
Gardaí have spent €11 million on overtime wages while trying to suppress protests over the controversial Shell gas pipeline. Reports on Monday revealed the €11 million bill for garda overtime payments as protestors at the Corrib gas site.
Body Of First Irish Man To Climb K2 To Remain
The body of the Limerick man who was the first Irishman to climb the second highest mountain in the world will not be recovered from K2. The remains of 37 year-old Gerard McDonnell lies among a group of other climbers believed to have been killed on the mountain.
The body of the Limerick man who was the first Irishman to climb the second highest mountain in the world will not be recovered from K2. The remains of 37 year-old Gerard McDonnell lies among a group of other climbers believed to have been killed on the mountain.
Weekend Drug Seizures Scoop over €600K In Cannibas
Gardaí have made a series of arrests and seizures this weekend in Dublin, with a drug haul estimated at over €600,000. Two men were arrested on Sunday afternoon and detained following a planned drug operation by the Detective Unit in Cabra.
Gardaí have made a series of arrests and seizures this weekend in Dublin, with a drug haul estimated at over €600,000. Two men were arrested on Sunday afternoon and detained following a planned drug operation by the Detective Unit in Cabra.
Woman Held Over Fatal Hit and Run
A woman in her 30s is being held by gardaí following a fatal hit and run collision in Galway. Gardai at Galway are investigating what is believed to be a fatal hit and run collision after the body of a man in his 60s was discovered at Drumgriffin, Corandulla, Co Galway at 8.50am on Sunday.
A woman in her 30s is being held by gardaí following a fatal hit and run collision in Galway. Gardai at Galway are investigating what is believed to be a fatal hit and run collision after the body of a man in his 60s was discovered at Drumgriffin, Corandulla, Co Galway at 8.50am on Sunday.
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