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Irish News on Mon, Apr 29 2019, 2,557 days ago

Guide On Protecting Yourself From Lyme Disease
With summer on the way, the HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) has issued practical advice on how to protect yourself against Lyme disease.

Irish News on Fri, Apr 29 2016, 3,652 days ago

Garda Investigating Infant's Death In 1970s Searching Property In South Dublin
Gardaí have begun a search of a house in south Dublin in connection with an investigation into the death of a new born infant in the 1970s. It is understood that officers investigating the case executed a search warrant on Thursday evening. Garda said expect the search to last two to three weeks.
Workers Memorial Day Ireland Honours Construction Industry Workers
A commemorative event was held in Dublin on Thursday, 29 April, to remember the people killed and injured through workplace accidents, to mark Workers Memorial Day Ireland.
Minister Questioned Over Progress On New Schools
The Minister for Education and Skills has been questioned by Fianna Fáil on the progress of two new secondary schools which were promised in November 2015.
Irish Naval Vessel To Assist In Mediterranean Humanitarian Crisis
Irish naval vessel, L.É. Róisín, is to be deployed to the mediterranean to assist in the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region. The Minister for Defence, Mr. Simon Conveney, announced that L.É.
Sinn Féin Condemns Decision To Cut Mental Health Budget
A decision by the government to remove €12 million from the mental health budget has been condemned by Sinn Féin's TD, Dessie Ellis.
Up To 100 New Jobs To Be Created In Drogheda
Up to 100 new jobs are to be created in Drogheda at the new EMEA headquarters of Kelton Tech, the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton announced. Kellton Tech Solutions Limited, a global IT company is to establish its EMEA headquarters in Drogheda, Co.
€30m Funding Secured For School Works Scheme
Almost 200 schools are to share a €30 million investment under the multi-annual Summer Works Scheme, the Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan, has said.

Irish News on Wed, Apr 29 2015, 4,018 days ago

Safety Campaign Launches Following Increase In Motorcycle Deaths
An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have launched a campaign to raise aware of an increase in motorcycle deaths. Five motorcyclists have died in crashes this year, compared to two for the same period last year.
Warning Issued Over Rise In Invoice Fraud
Businesses in Ireland have been warned of an increase in invoice redirection fraud. Gardaí have warned that this type of fraud continues to be prevalent, with a number of organisations and businesses have been targeted.
Witnesses Sought Following Serious Assault In Cork
Gardaí in Cork are appealing for witnesses to a serious assault at an industrial estate on Tuesday afternoon. A man, aged in his 30, was returning to premises at Churchfield Industrial Estate at about 16:45. As he parked his car, two men approached the man, threatening him and demanding money.
10% Privatisation Proposal 'Start Of Idealogical Crusade' - SF
The plan to privatise 10% of public bus routes has been described as a "the start of an ideological crusade to begin the privatisation of public transport services".
Spring Economic Statement A 'Bitter Disappointment' - FF
The government's Spring Economic Statement has been described as a "bitter disappointment to thousands of families", by Fianna Fáil spokesperson on Public Expenditure, Sean Fleming. Deputy Fleming called the statement "a complete damp squid".
Call For Immediate Action On Wasteful Food Packaging
Fine Gael has called for immediate action to reduce the packaging on everyday products. Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune made the call ahead of a European Parliament vote on packaging and waste. MEP Clune said that more action was needed on excessive and wasteful packaging.
Major Fire Ongoing In Ballymount
Dublin Fire Brigade is tackling a a major incident at a storage facility in Ballymount. Emergency services were called to reports of a fire at the Store It facility at about 10:15 this morning – seven fire engines and specialist emergency equipment is currently on the scene.
Motor Fuel Tax Having 'Profound Effect' on Domestic Tourism - AA
Motor fuel tax is having a "profound effect" on domestic tourism, according to AA Hospitality Services. The consumer services business carried out a survey asking motorists how pump prices affect will likely affect their leisure travel in the year ahead.

Irish News on Tue, Apr 29 2014, 4,383 days ago

Man Arrested Following Carjacking
A man has been arrested in connection with a carjacking in Dublin which happened on 21 April. The man was arrested on Monday in the city centre. The attack took place outside the Argyle House apartments in Ballsbridge.
Garda Injured In Cork
A garda has been injured while on duty in Cork on Monday night. The sergeant has been treated in hospital but has been discharged. He was bringing a patient, aged in his 20s, to the Mercy University Hospital just after 6pm. The garda is based at Gurranabraher Garda Station.
7kg Cannabis Seized In Dublin
Gardai have seized 7kg of cannabis after they carried out a search on a car in Dublin on Monday. It has an estimated street value of €140,000. Members of the Crime Source Unit at Mountjoy Garda station discovered the drugs in the vehicle at Belvedere Avenue.
Gardai Continue To Search For Two Missing Men
Gardai have started searching an area around the borders of Cavan and Meath after two men disappeared last week. Search teams began searching land near Mountnughent at 9am today. Gardai suspect the two men, Anthony Keegan and Eoin O'Connor, disappeared in connection with a criminal gang.
ACP Welcomes Restrictions Being Lifted From Fr Sean Fagan
The Association of Catholic Priests (ACP) welcomes reports emanating from Rome that all restrictions have been lifted from Marist priest, Fr Sean Fagan.
The Best Medicine Will Continue To Be Prescribed - Lynch
Patients who require a specific medicine that is not suitable for substitution by a generic will be able to continue their original prescription, the HSE has confirmed in a response to a Parliamentary Question by Labour TD Ciaran Lynch.

Irish News on Mon, Apr 29 2013, 4,748 days ago

Schmidt Appointed As Ireland Head Coach
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) today officially announced the appointment of Joe Schmidt as Ireland head coach. The current head coach of Leinster is expected to take on his role at the end of this season. Schmidt is believed to have been offered a three-year contract that runs until 2016.
Marie Fleming Loses Supreme Court Appeal
A 59-year-old woman, who has Multiple Sclerosis, has lost her Supreme Court challenge to the ban on assisted suicide. Marie Fleming did not attend the court to hear the decision that was made. Ms Fleming wanted her partner, Tom Curran, to help her die at home without him being put behind bars.
Tánaiste To Meet With First and Deputy First Ministers
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore is going to Belfast today to meet with the First and Deputy First Ministers and the Secretary of State for NI, Theresa Villers. Mr Gilmore will attend a series of events to mark the 15th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
Two Remain In Custody Following Robbery
Two males remain in custody following a cash in transit robbery on Sunday afternoon. At around 4.15pm, two man, one armer with what was described as a firearm, confronted a security worker as he was making a cash collection at Orwell Shopping Centre.
Figures Show 7.4% Rise In Tourism Numbers
New CSO figures showing a 7.4% rise in tourism numbers so far this year have been welcomed by Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Leo Varadkar, who said it shows the Gathering has got off to a great start.
Call For Decision To Be Made On Ballymun Pilot Youth Guarantee Scheme
Speaking to European Commissioner Lászlo Andor at a meeting today in Dublin Castle on Youth Unemployment – An EU Challenge - Deputy John Lyons has stressed the urgent need for a decision on the Ballymun pilot Youth Guarantee scheme.
Minister Attends European Institute Of Innovation And Technology Conference
The Minister of State for Research and Innovation, Seán Sherlock TD, today attended the European Institute of Innovation and Technology conference in Trinity College Dublin.

Irish News on Fri, Apr 29 2011, 5,479 days ago

Man's Body Discovered In Enniscorthy
Gardaí at Enniscorthy are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery a man's body. The 38-year-old man was found in an apartment at a complex at Carrigtur, Springvalley, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. Gardaí were notified shortly after 8.30am this morning.
Arrest Made Over Bank Official Abduction
Gardai in Tallaght investigating the false imprisonment and abduction of a bank official from a house in the Deerpark area in Tallaght have arrested a male in his 30’s. He was arrested this morning in the Dublin area in relation to the incident. 

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Fourth Arrest Made Over Aggravated Burglary
Gardaí from Mountjoy Garda Station responding to a call of aggravated burglary on Botanic Avenue in Dublin have made a fourth arrest.
Justice Minister Welcomes Decrease In Crime Groups
Following the publishing today by the CSO of crime figures for the first quarter of 2011, Justice Minister Alan Shatter welcomed the decrease in 10 out of 14 crime groups compared with the same quarter in 2010.
Bomb Scare Delays North's Royal Wedding Party
Army bomb experts this morning dealt with a security alert in Co Antrim - linked to a royal wedding party that was due to take place in the area. The police were called after a suspicious object was discovered in the grounds of Dixon Park. It has since been cleared and declared a hoax.
Woman Faces Charges Over Co Down Murder
Following the murder of a man from Ukraine that shocked a fishing port in Co Down at the weekend, the North's police have charged a woman with assisting offenders. The 32-year-old was due in court today (Friday) charged in connection with the shooting in Kilkeel.
Initial Reports Of EU Impact 'Confirms Worst Fears', Says Coveney
Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney has described the initial presentation from the EU Commission of its impact assessment of a Free Trade Agreement with the capital MERCOSUR group of South American countries as “Quite shocking”.
Thousands Of Properties 'Need Smoke Alarms'
Although modern Irish building regulations now require installations in new homes to be mains operated, with a battery backup in case of a power failure, those who live in older houses, in rented property or an apartment are all less likely to have an alarm.

Irish News on Thu, Apr 29 2010, 5,844 days ago

Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Kerry
An Air Corps aircraft has made an emergency landing in Co Kerry today after smoke was detected in its cabin. The CASA aircraft, which had been on maritime patrol off the south-west coast, was diverted to Kerry Airport at about 10.55am.
Ahern Hits Back At GRA
The Minister for Justice has called for an apology from the Garda Representative Association (GRA) over its attempts to "politicise the force".
Protest Planned Against Banker Bailouts
A demonstration outside the Daíl has been planned in an effort to confront the Government over the taxpayers' bailing out of the banks. The protest has been organised by the Right to Work Campaign, a coalition of parties, trade unions and community groups.
Liam Aylward Latest To Forgo Pension
Another serving member of Fianna Fail has surrendered his ministerial pension, which was being received alongside his full salary. Fianna Fáil MEP Liam Aylward announced this morning he would be the latest serving politician to give up his ministerial pension.
Appeal Follows Pedestrian's Car Accident
An appeal has been launched after a car struck a pedestrian on Tuesday night in Dublin. Gardaí at Malahide are investigating the serious road traffic collision that occurred at approximately 10.30pm on Tuesday at Carrickhill Road, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin.
Woman Injured After Shot Fired In Offally
A woman has been injured after a shooting incident in Co Offally last night. Gardai at Tullamore are investigating the shooting incident which took place at the front window of a house in Kilbrook, Tullamore, at approximately 11.30pm.
Basque Flees North Over Extradition Bid
A Basque separatist convicted of 25 murders is believed to have left Northern Ireland. Jose Ignacio de Juana Chaos, 54, is wanted in Spain to face a charge of glorifying terrorism. De Juana Chaos, who had been living in west Belfast, was out on bail ahead of an appeal against his extradition.

Irish News on Wed, Apr 29 2009, 6,209 days ago

Ireland 'Not Ready' To Tackle Swine Flu
It has been revealed that the Department of Health do not believe Ireland has all the necessary elements in place to tackle swine flu, should a pandemic emerge.
Fianna Fail Take Chance On By Election Date
The Government has announced a 'risky date' for its by-elections for Dublin South and Central, announcing they will run concurrently with the European and local Elections.
Unemployment To Reach 17% By 2010
The Economic and Social Research Institute says Ireland Could be facing an unemployment rate of 17% by 2010. The forecast suggests another 300,000 Irish jobs will be lost before economy starts to recover. Ireland's gross national product is expected to fall by 9.
Three Arrested After Pharmacy Raids
Three men have been arrested after a spate of raids on a number of pharmacies in Limerick and Tipperary. The men were held after a high-speed chase with gardaí in the Drombanna area of Co Limerick at around 1.20am. During the incident the patrol car was rammed but no officers were injured.
Recruitment Freeze Halts Donegal Breast Screening
A new breast screening service for Donegal has been put on hold because of a freeze in public sector recruitment. The National Cancer Screening Service said the appointment of radiographers has been temporarily suspended following the Irish budget.
Motor Cycle Collision Victim Named
The man fatally injured in a motorcycle collision on Saturday has been named by investigating Gardaí. Sean Kelleher, 40, from Kilmichael, Macroom, Co Cork. Died as a result of his injuries sustained during a single vehicle incident, which occurred near Kilgarvan, Co Kerry, on Saturday.
Teen Girl In Court Over Assault On Tourist
A teenage girl has admitted in a Co Wicklow court to assaulting and robbing a tourist. Bray District Court heard that Michelle Teelan, 19, took the handbag from the woman because she was looking for money to buy alcohol. The robbery took place on July 9 on Main Street in Bray.
Appeal Launched After Assault
Gardaí have launched an appeal following an assault on a man in Cork that left him with severe facial injuries. Officers at Mayfield station are seeking the public’s assistance in relation to their investigation into the assault, which took place at Old Youghal Road, Cork.
Boyzone's Keith Runs Into Trouble
The well known Boyzone singer Keith Duffy has undergone an emergency operation - just two days after completing the London Marathon.

Irish News on Tue, Apr 29 2008, 6,574 days ago

Wexford Couple Died From Gunshot Wounds
Post mortem examinations have revealed the couple found dead along with their two young children in Co Wexford died from gunshot wounds. The family-of-four were found dead following a fire at their home in Clonroche on Saturday morning.
Teen Critical After Suffering Burns
A 13 year-old boy is in a critical condition in hospital having suffered serious burns from ignited petrol. Ciaran Callanan's family claim he was repairing a quad bike with a group of other young people in the Gurranabraher area of Cork when petrol splashed on him.
Ireland’s Credit In Hands Of Only Five Companies
The Financial Regulator has found only five firms control 95% of the entire credit-card market in Ireland. The findings show Ireland is one of the most heavily concentrated credit markets in Europe, with AIB, Bank of Ireland and MBNA issuing the majority of all Irish credit cards.
Immigrants Concerned Over New Bill
Politicians are considering one of the most fundamental reforms of Irish immigration in modern history. Proposed by Justice Minister Brian Lenihan TD, the new legislation is being mooted as a necessary measure to see Ireland move forward in implementing immigration and asylum measures.
Ahern Admits Abundancy Of Arms-Length Agencies
Despite being at the helm of the government for the past 11 years, the Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, has claimed there are now too many State agencies.
Health Workers To Take Industrial Action
A major vote on the prospect of industrial action has seen almost 30,000 health service workers vote to stymie management with a work to rule and other disruptive action. Workers believe the HSE's controversial recruitment freeze, is having a devastating effect on services.
Debate On Arming Gardaí To Commence
The Garda Representative Association (GRA) annual conference is to debate the arming of uniformed garda officers on Tuesday. The issue will be one of the most divisive on the meeting's agenda during the annual garda conference in Tullow, Co Carlow.
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