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Irish News on Fri, Apr 6 2018, 2,922 days ago
Investigation Launched Into Alleged Assault Of Nine-Year-Old Girl
An investigation has been launched into the alleged sexual assault of a nine-year-old girl in Leinster. It is understood that the allegation involves a claim that an 11-year-old boy raped the girl in a field last Sunday, 01 April.
An investigation has been launched into the alleged sexual assault of a nine-year-old girl in Leinster. It is understood that the allegation involves a claim that an 11-year-old boy raped the girl in a field last Sunday, 01 April.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 6 2017, 3,287 days ago
Dispute Between FAI And Women's National Team Resolved
A dispute between the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) and the senior women's national football team has been resolved. The team claimed they had been treated like "fifth class citizens" and were forced to share tracksuits with underage teams.
A dispute between the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) and the senior women's national football team has been resolved. The team claimed they had been treated like "fifth class citizens" and were forced to share tracksuits with underage teams.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 6 2016, 3,652 days ago
Police Search For Irish Rugby Fans Following Train Assault
Police in England are appealing for information after a train passenger was assaulted by two Irish rugby fans following a Six Nations rugby match in Twickenham. The incident happened at around 11pm as the train travelled between Sanderstead and Riddlesdown on Saturday, 27 February.
Police in England are appealing for information after a train passenger was assaulted by two Irish rugby fans following a Six Nations rugby match in Twickenham. The incident happened at around 11pm as the train travelled between Sanderstead and Riddlesdown on Saturday, 27 February.
Two People Killed In Co Cork Road Traffic Collision
Two people have been killed in a road traffic collision in Co Cork yesterday, 05 April. The incident happened at around 5:10pm on the N20 Cork to Limerick Road one mile outside Mallow. The occupants of one car, a male and female both in their 70's, were killed in the collision.
Two people have been killed in a road traffic collision in Co Cork yesterday, 05 April. The incident happened at around 5:10pm on the N20 Cork to Limerick Road one mile outside Mallow. The occupants of one car, a male and female both in their 70's, were killed in the collision.
Sinn Féin Will Not Take Part In Dáil Proceedings - Adams
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has announced the party will not take part in Dáil proceedings today, 06 April. The Dáil is meeting for the third time since the general election in February, with the last meeting taking place on 10 March. However, a vote for Taoiseach is likely to prove inconclusive.
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has announced the party will not take part in Dáil proceedings today, 06 April. The Dáil is meeting for the third time since the general election in February, with the last meeting taking place on 10 March. However, a vote for Taoiseach is likely to prove inconclusive.
Hospital Trolley Overcrowding Rises To Over 9,000 In March
Over 9,000 patients were waiting on trolleys for hospital beds in March this year, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). The latest Trolley/Ward Watch analysis recorded 9,381 people were awaiting admission for in-patient treatment.
Over 9,000 patients were waiting on trolleys for hospital beds in March this year, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). The latest Trolley/Ward Watch analysis recorded 9,381 people were awaiting admission for in-patient treatment.
Urgent Action Needed To Reach Energy Targets By 2020 - SEAI
Urgent action is needed if Ireland is to meet its energy targets by 2020, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has announced. New data reveals the number of homes and businesses being upgraded for improved energy efficiency must be trebled if the country is to reach its targets.
Urgent action is needed if Ireland is to meet its energy targets by 2020, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has announced. New data reveals the number of homes and businesses being upgraded for improved energy efficiency must be trebled if the country is to reach its targets.
College-Led Consortium To Deliver Higher Education Programme
A consortium led by Mary Immaculate College in Limerick has been selected to deliver the new national Higher Education Programme for Inclusion Co-ordinators in Early Years Settings. The contract was awarded by Youth Minister Dr James Reilly alongside Education and Skills Minister Jan O'Sullivan.
A consortium led by Mary Immaculate College in Limerick has been selected to deliver the new national Higher Education Programme for Inclusion Co-ordinators in Early Years Settings. The contract was awarded by Youth Minister Dr James Reilly alongside Education and Skills Minister Jan O'Sullivan.
Minister Donohoe Welcomes Greater Dublin Area Transport Strategy
Transport Minister Paschal Donohoe has welcomed the publication of a Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area between 2016 – 2035. The National Transport Authority (NTA) unveiled the new plan today, 06 April.
Transport Minister Paschal Donohoe has welcomed the publication of a Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area between 2016 – 2035. The National Transport Authority (NTA) unveiled the new plan today, 06 April.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 6 2011, 5,479 days ago
Arrest As Ronan Murder Probed
It has just been revealed that the police have arrested a 26-year-old man over the murder of Constable Ronan Kerr. A special PSNI Press briefing was held at 3pm today to reveal that the suspect was held in Dumbarton, Scotland.
It has just been revealed that the police have arrested a 26-year-old man over the murder of Constable Ronan Kerr. A special PSNI Press briefing was held at 3pm today to reveal that the suspect was held in Dumbarton, Scotland.
Man Held Over McCarthy Murder
A man has been held overnight for questioning at Ennis garda station in Co Clare in connection with the murder of Deirdre McCarthy. Ms McCarthy, 43, from Turlough House, Ballyvaughan, was found dead on Fanore Strand last Thursday. She was buried yesterday.
A man has been held overnight for questioning at Ennis garda station in Co Clare in connection with the murder of Deirdre McCarthy. Ms McCarthy, 43, from Turlough House, Ballyvaughan, was found dead on Fanore Strand last Thursday. She was buried yesterday.
Politicians Unite As Murdered PSNI Man Buried
This is to be a series of political 'firsts' taking place today in Northern Ireland. The Irish Premier, Enda Kenny, is attending the funeral of murdered PSNI Constable Ronan Kerr.
This is to be a series of political 'firsts' taking place today in Northern Ireland. The Irish Premier, Enda Kenny, is attending the funeral of murdered PSNI Constable Ronan Kerr.
Two Arrested Over Cavan Post Office Robbery
Gardaí at Baileboro are continuing their investigations into a robbery at a Post Office at Mullagh Co Cavan yesterday. Around 12.15pm, two masked men armed with a hammer and a knife entered the Post Office. They threatened staff and customers, smashed a counter glass panel and demanded cash.
Gardaí at Baileboro are continuing their investigations into a robbery at a Post Office at Mullagh Co Cavan yesterday. Around 12.15pm, two masked men armed with a hammer and a knife entered the Post Office. They threatened staff and customers, smashed a counter glass panel and demanded cash.
Kings of Leon
To Headline Slane
Kings of Leon are to headline this year's Slane Castle music event, orgnaisers revealed on Tuesday. The incredible booking of arguably one of the world's biggest bands coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the Dublin one-day festival.
Kings of Leon are to headline this year's Slane Castle music event, orgnaisers revealed on Tuesday. The incredible booking of arguably one of the world's biggest bands coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the Dublin one-day festival.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 6 2009, 6,209 days ago
Government Criticises Fine Gael Budget Proposals
Fianna Fáil politicians have attacked Fine Gael's budget proposals, ahead of the Government's budget on Tuesday. Junior Minister Billy Kelleher said Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny was being disingenuous claiming he could turn around the economy by 2012 without raising income taxes.
Fianna Fáil politicians have attacked Fine Gael's budget proposals, ahead of the Government's budget on Tuesday. Junior Minister Billy Kelleher said Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny was being disingenuous claiming he could turn around the economy by 2012 without raising income taxes.
Kenny 'To Be Next Taoiseach'
The Fine Gael opposition leader, Enda Kenny, has said he expects to be the next Taoiseach. Speaking on RTÉ's currtent affairs programme This Week, Mr Kenny said his party will be the largest party in the next Dáil and the Labour Party would be their desired coalition partners.
The Fine Gael opposition leader, Enda Kenny, has said he expects to be the next Taoiseach. Speaking on RTÉ's currtent affairs programme This Week, Mr Kenny said his party will be the largest party in the next Dáil and the Labour Party would be their desired coalition partners.
Dublin Men Among Five Remanded On Belfast Drugs Charges
Two Dublin residents are among the five men charged with having cannabis worth £700,000 at east Belfast's Ikea store. Lester Keating, 40, of Cornduff Road, Blanchardstown and Paul Bennett, 21, from Ashwood Drive, Clondalkin, appeared in court in Belfast today.
Two Dublin residents are among the five men charged with having cannabis worth £700,000 at east Belfast's Ikea store. Lester Keating, 40, of Cornduff Road, Blanchardstown and Paul Bennett, 21, from Ashwood Drive, Clondalkin, appeared in court in Belfast today.
Dublin House Prices Down 16%
House prices in Dublin are 16% lower compared with last year, according to a report published today. Property website Daft.ie says the average national asking price for a home now stands at €281,000, a fall of almost €63,000 from the peak in mid-2007. After Dublin, the biggest decreases were 10.
House prices in Dublin are 16% lower compared with last year, according to a report published today. Property website Daft.ie says the average national asking price for a home now stands at €281,000, a fall of almost €63,000 from the peak in mid-2007. After Dublin, the biggest decreases were 10.
Mannion Quits Aer Lingus For 'New Ideas'
Aer Lingus Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dermot Mannion has handed in his resignation with immediate effect this morning. The airline's Chairman, Colm Barrington, is to step in until a successor is appointed.
Aer Lingus Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dermot Mannion has handed in his resignation with immediate effect this morning. The airline's Chairman, Colm Barrington, is to step in until a successor is appointed.
Man Killed In Three Vehicle Collision In Tipperary
A man has died following a three vehicle collision in Tipperary over the weekend. Gardai at Cashel ,Co Tipperary are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at approximately 2.45pm on Friday at Ballinattin, Rosegreen, Co Tipperary.
A man has died following a three vehicle collision in Tipperary over the weekend. Gardai at Cashel ,Co Tipperary are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at approximately 2.45pm on Friday at Ballinattin, Rosegreen, Co Tipperary.
Woman's Body Found In Dun Laoghaire
The body of a woman has been found in a flat in Dun Laoghaire. Gardai have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the discovery. The body was that of a female in her late 20s, found at a flat in Georges Place, Dun Laoghaire shortly before 11pm on Saturday night.
The body of a woman has been found in a flat in Dun Laoghaire. Gardai have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the discovery. The body was that of a female in her late 20s, found at a flat in Georges Place, Dun Laoghaire shortly before 11pm on Saturday night.
Larne Hosts North-South Transport Meeting
The sixth meeting of the North-South Ministerial Council in Transport sectoral format was held in Larne last week.
The sixth meeting of the North-South Ministerial Council in Transport sectoral format was held in Larne last week.
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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.