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Irish News on Thu, Apr 25 2019, 2,557 days ago

Weekend Weather Warnings As Storm Hannah Brings High Winds
Met Éireann has issued status orange and yellow weather warnings for the weekend as Storm Hannah moves in. People are being urged to prepare for possible disruption and power outages from Friday afternoon.
Indeed To Hire 600 Additional Staff In Dublin
The world's largest job site Indeed has announced the creation of 600 new jobs at its Dublin-based headquarters for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Over €700k Worth Of Drugs Seized In West Dublin
Officers from the Garda National Drugs & Crime Bureau have seized drugs worth an estimated €715,000 in two areas in Dublin.
Govt Encourages Use Of Eircodes To Combat Rural Crime
The Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment Richard Bruton, Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan, and Minister of State Sean Canney have today, Thursday 25 April, encouraged farmers, house and business owners to use the Eircode system to combat rural crime.
Mandatory Bike Registration Necessary To Combat Theft - Fine Gael
Fine Gael is calling for mandatory registration of all bikes sold in Ireland in order to counter a rise in theft. Dublin Senator Catherine Noone's comments follow a recent report which showed that 4,000 bicycles were stolen across Dublin last year.
Consultation Launched On National Social Enterprise Policy
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Mr Michael Ring, has published the draft National Social Enterprise Policy for Ireland for public consultation, seeking the views of stakeholders and the public to inform policy.

Irish News on Wed, Apr 25 2018, 2,922 days ago

Witnesses Sought To Fatal Crash In Westport
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision on the N59 main Mulranny to Newport Road.
Over 500 People Killed As A Result Of Workplace Incidents
Over 500 people have been killed and thousands more seriously injured due to workplace activity in Ireland between 2008 and 2017. The figures have been released ahead of 'Workers' Memorial Day', which remembers all those injured or killed in work related accidents.

Irish News on Tue, Apr 25 2017, 3,287 days ago

Minister For Children Commits To Fight For More Funding
The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Katherine Zappone, has committed to fighting for more money to fund community based projects combatting child poverty. Minister Zappone made the commitment as she confirmed €4.

Irish News on Mon, Apr 25 2016, 3,652 days ago

WRC Launch Strategy Statement Promoting Early Resolution
The Workplace Relations Commission has launched its Strategy Statement, targeting reduced waiting times and promoting early resolution of disputes.
Minister Kelly Signs Paris Agreement On Climate Change
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly, has signed the Paris Agreement on climate change at a special ceremony at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Steroids Seized In Dublin's South Inner City
Revenue officers have seized approximately 26,000 steroid tablets and around 4,000 steroid ampoules during a search operation in Dublin's south inner city.
€1.9m Cigarettes Seized At Dublin Port
Cigarettes worth an estimated €1.9 million have been seized by Revenue officers at Dublin Port. The cigarettes, branded 'MG', 'Viceroy' and 'Marhaba', were concealed in a 45 foot container which was said to contain Rice cakes and had arrived into Dublin Port from Rotterdam.
Fianna Fáil Call For JobBridge Scheme To Be Scrapped
The JobBridge scheme should be scrapped and replaced with a new model offering better terms and conditions for interns in the workplace, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs, Enterprise & Employment, Dara Calleary, has said.
Witnesses Sought To Fatal Road Crash In Blackrock
Gardaí in Dundalk have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road crash involving a pedal cyclist in Co Louth on Saturday, 23 April. It is understood the collision happened before 7am at Birch's Lane, Blackrock. A male cyclist, aged in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two Arrested In Operation Thor In Cork
A man aged in his 30s is due to appear before Cork District Court following his arrest by garda from Operation Thor on Friday, 22 April. Gardaí said that a woman, also aged in her 30s and arrested in the same operation, has been released without charge.

Irish News on Fri, Apr 25 2014, 4,383 days ago

Body Found In Co Donegal
Gardai have launched an investigation after a body was discovered in Bundoran, Co Donegal, this morning (25 April). The body, believed to be a man aged in his 60's or 70's, was found near the shore in the West End of the town. It is believed the body remains at the scene.
Govt Accused Of Holding Back Funding For Repair Work In Co Clare
Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and spokesperson on Tourism Timmy Dooley has accused the Government of holding back funding for storm repairs in County Clare.
Search Continues For Missing Men In Cavan
Gardai are continuing to search for two men believed to be missing in Cavan. Eoin O'Connor, 32, and Anthony Keegan, 33, both from Dublin, were last seen on Tuesday. It is suspected the pairs' disappearance is connected to the activities of a criminal gang from Dublin.
Man Stabbed In Waterford
A man has been injured after being stabbed in Waterford city on Friday morning. The victim is believed to be in a critical condition and is being treated at Waterford Regional Hospital. The attack happened close to John's Lane at around 7am. One person has been arrested.
Call To Address Housing Needs Of Vulnerable Older People
ALONE are launching a nationwide housing campaign today calling on all local Government candidates to address the housing needs of vulnerable older people.
Major Issues To Be Tackled At IMO's AGM
The worsening dispute between GPs and the Minister for Health over the Government's controversial new contract for GPs, the shortage of Consultants in many of the country's hospitals, and the Governments plan's for Universal Health Insurance, are among the issues that will dominate the AGM of the Ir
Free GP Care For Children Under Six Welcomed
The publication of legislation for free GP care for children under six years of age marks another important milestone in the rollout of universal healthcare, according to Cork South West TD Michael McCarthy.

Irish News on Thu, Apr 25 2013, 4,748 days ago

No New Abortion Referendum, Says Taoiseach
There will be no new referendum on the issue of abortion in Ireland, Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said.
Govt Loses Waterford Crystal Pension Case
Waterford Crystal workers have won their European Court of Justice challenge against the State for the loss of their pensions when the company went bankrupt. When the company collapsed in 2009 1,500 workers were told they would receive only between 18% and 28% of their full pension entitlements.
State Being Sued Over Alleged Witness Protection Failures
A man is suing the State over alleged failures to give him a new identity and a new home as part of the witness protection programme.
€310,000 Awarded For Care Of Negligence Victim
An award of €310,000 has been granted towards the cost of care for the next year of an award winning opera singer left severely disabled due to a failure to properly diagnose the cause of her headaches.
Union Raise Concerns Over Pupil Teacher Ratio
Government plans to increase the pupil-teacher ratio will result in the loss of courses at colleges of further education, the Teachers' Union of Ireland has said.
HSE Temporarily Suspend Nursing Home Scheme Placements
Access to the Fair Deal nursing home scheme from the normal placement list has been suspended to allow hospital patients priority access, the Health Service Executive (HSE) has announced. The director general designate has approved the "exceptional measure" for a period of two to three weeks.
eBay Opens New Dundalk Centre
eBay, the ecommerce company, have opened its new official European operations centre in Dundalk. The online retailers new Co Louth facility will provide support for customers of eBay and its payment service subsidiary, PayPal, across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Irish News on Wed, Apr 25 2012, 5,113 days ago

Garda Launch Appeal Over Street Attacks
Garda in Dublin have said they believe that two women who were badly beaten and choked in random street attacks, before one of them was raped, were victims of the same man.
Six Year Jail Term For IRA Extortionist
The Special Criminal Court has jailed a Dublin man who extorted more than a quarter of a million euro from a fish and chip shop owner in the city by threatening him with the Real IRA.
€25,000 Compensation For A Scar On The Foot Of Aspiring Model
A 15-year-old student, who is registered to a national modelling agency, has been awarded €25,000 damages for a “mildly disfiguring” scar on her foot.
Painter Passes Away At Dublin Home
Jimmy Deenihan TD Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht expressed his deep sadness on hearing of the death of the internationally renowned artist Louis le Brocquy.
Tram Driver Trial Begins
The trial of a Luas driver, charged with crashing his tram into a bus on O’Connell Street, has started today.
Flood Warnings Issued
Following a forecast by Met Éireann, which said that 25mm of rain could fall over a 12-hour period from this morning, a warning has been issued to householders and motorists to expect flash flooding during heavy rainfall along the east of Ireland.
Three More Prisoner Escape Co Cavan Open Prison
Three more inmates escaped from Loughan House open prison in Co Cavan, the same prison that convicted garda killer Martin McDermott walked out of in March of this year. The alarm was raised around 18:30 last night when the inmates were discovered missing and they were recaptured a short time later.
Top Marks For 3rd Level Colleges As IBAL Launches 2012 Litter League
Nearly all of Ireland's 3rd level colleges are now litter-free and a model for other public places to follow, according to a litter survey by Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL).

Irish News on Fri, Apr 25 2008, 6,574 days ago

Motorcycle Shooter Flees In Limerick
Gardaí in Limerick have launched an investigation into a drive-by shooting on the outskirts of the city yesterday. In an attack reminiscent of a Hollywood action film, a motorcyclist drew up alongside a car travelling towards Ardnacrusha before opening fire on the vehicle.
Labour Calls For New Health Minister
The leader of the Labour Party has called on the Taoiseach-elect to replace Mary Harney as Minister for Health when he reshuffles the cabinet.
Tax Audits For Ireland's Richest
Ireland's highest earners will be subject to a major crack down on self-assessment tax returns. Individuals identified as high-spending yet still paying low tax, will be subjected to a detailed audit and hit with a bill and penalties if found guilty of evasion.
Refusal Of Pay Rise Would Be Hypocritical: Cowen
The Taoiseach in waiting, Brian Cowen, has told the Daíl it would be "hypocritical" to not accept the mammoth pay rise he'd expect from his new role. Mr Cowen will receive €38,000 more per year as Taoiseach, which is €6,000 more than the total average wage.
Ahern Told 'Hain Halted Finucane Inquiry'
A possible inquiry into collusion by the NI security forces in the murder of Belfast solicitor Pat Finucane were again highlighted this week.
Minister Announces Commitment To North-South Housing Agenda
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie has today given her commitment to explore in greater detail areas of mutual interest, including research, on a North-South basis.
Robbie Keane's Car Seized By Police
Irish soccer international Robbie Keane has had his car seized by police in England on suspicion of speeding. Officers impounded the Tottenham striker's Range Rover because he did not have a valid driving licence.
Tourist Tax Touted For Dublin
Dublin City Council is considering introducing a tourist tax, among a number of measures, in order to raise revenue for Dublin City Council. A meeting of the council's finance committee heard on Thursday a charge of €1 per bed a night would raise over €24m a year for the strapped council.
Gardaí Called To Hoax Device
Gardaí have uncovered a hoax device at a residence in Dublin. They were called to the scene at approximately 9.15pm on Thursday night after reports there was a bomb at a house on Kildare Road, Dublin 12. Gardaí soon identified a suspected pipe bomb beside a car in the area.
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