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Irish News on Thu, Aug 1 2019, 2,557 days ago

Man Dies In Cork Collision
A man has lost his life in a collision between a car and a truck in east Cork. The crash happened on the Midleton to Whitegate road shortly after 7am this morning, Thursday 01 August. The fatality, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
89 Deaths On Irish Roads So Far This Year
Eighty-nine people have died on Irish roads so far in 2019, a 7% increase from last year, a new report has revealed. The provisional review conducted by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána also showed 80 collisions were recorded from 01 January to 28 July.
Children With Autism Failed By Department- SF
Children with autism are being continually failed by Government due to a lack of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) equipped classes for all ages, a Sinn Fein TD has claimed. Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire hit out at the sustained shortage in primary and post-primary places in units equipped to cope with ASD.
Pair Rescued From Submerged Camper-Van In County Kerry
Two people have been rescued from the roof of their submerged camper-van in County Kerry. The incident at Carrig Island saw a camper-van caught out by the tide shortly after 5am on Wednesday 31 July.
Amazon Announces Second Wind Farm In Ireland
One of the world's leading technology and retail companies, Amazon has announced plans for a new wind farm in Ireland. The company is set to invest in its second wind farm in Ireland, following the development of a similar facility in Donegal.
Agri-Food Firms Advised To Prepare For No Deal
The Government has appealed to businesses in the agri-food sector to act immediately and ensure all necessary steps to prepare for a no deal Brexit have been taken.
Dundalk Crash Out Of Champions League
Dundalk have been knocked out of the Champions League in the second qualifying round after a comprehensive 3-0 defeat to Azerbaijan champions Qarabağ. After taking a respectable 1-1 scoreline to Azerbaijan, the League of Ireland champions were steps below the experienced European side.

Irish News on Wed, Aug 1 2018, 2,922 days ago

Vicky Phelan To Take A Break From Campaigning
Vicky Phelan has confirmed she will be taking a break from campaigning on the Cervical Check scandal. Ms Phelan said that she was "deeply disturbed" by some people and their attitude towards some of the affected women.
€1,000 Childcare Grant Proposed For Grandparents
An annual €1,000 grant has been proposed for grandparents looking after their grandchildren for more than 10 hours a week. The Independent Alliance introduced the 'Grandparent and Grandchild Expenses Reimbursement Scheme' in a pre-budget meeting with Finance Minister, Paschal Donohue.

Irish News on Tue, Aug 1 2017, 3,287 days ago

Irish Driving Disqualifications To Be Recognised Across The UK
A new provision will facilitate the mutual recognition of driving disqualifications between Ireland and the UK, the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross, has announced.
Bausch + Lomb Create 125 New Jobs
Bausch + Lomb has announced the opening of a new €85 million extension at the their Waterford facility, with the creation of 125 new jobs.
Ireland Submits Official Bid To Host European Banking Authority
Ireland has presented an official bid to host the European Banking Authority, the Minister of State with special responsibility for Financial Services and Insurance, Michael D'Arcy has announced. Arising from Brexit, the European Banking Authority (EBA) must relocate from London to a EU location.
Equipment Used For Laundering Fuel Seized In Co Louth
A range of equipment used for laundering fuel has been seized by Revenue Commissioners in Co Louth.

Irish News on Mon, Aug 1 2016, 3,652 days ago

80-Year-Old Man Injured During Aggravated Burglary
Gardaí in Malahide have issued an appeal for information following an aggravated burglary in Kettle's Lane, Swords, Co Dublin, on 29 July. Three men, believed to be carrying weapons, entered a house sometime between 3am and 4am on Friday, 29 July.
Man Charged After Stealing Car With Child Inside
A man who stole a car with a 10-year-old child still inside has appeared before a special sitting of Cavan District Court. It is understood the 34-year-old allegedly stole an Opel Zafira from outside a business premises on Clones, Co Monaghan, on Sunday, 31 July.
Two Adults And Four Children Rescued From Burning Boat
Two adults and four children have been rescued by Schull CRBI after their inboard petrol engine caught fire. Valentia Coast Guard raised the alarm just before 7.30pm on Sunday night, 31 July.
Special Unit Set Up To Develop More Homes In Dublin
A special unit has been set up to deliver plans to develop homes in Dublin. Dublin City Council is aiming to build more homes after it was revealed there are 28,000 applicants on the housing waiting list.
Minister Mitchell O'Connor Opens New Skibbereen Digital Hub
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O'Connor, has officially opened a 1 Gigabit (1,000 Mbps) digital hub in Skibbereen, Co Cork.
Four Arrested In Connection With Armed Post Office Robbery
Four people have been arrested in connection with a post office robbery in Clogherhead, Co Louth, in May. Three men, aged 30, 33 and 42, and a woman aged 23, were arrested in the Louth area this morning (Monday), in connection with the robbery on Tuesday, 03 May, 2016.
Funding Secured For Job Creation Through LEOs
Funding of €1.85 million has been secured for 15 Local Entreprise Offices (LEOs) to help create local jobs by assisting micro-enterprises.

Irish News on Fri, Aug 1 2014, 4,383 days ago

Human Leg Found At Dublin Recycling Plant
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a human leg at a Dublin recycling plant. The limb was found by an employee at Thorntons Recycling Centre on the Killeen Road, Ballyfermot at about 23:40 on Thursday night.
Rail Workers Vote For Strike Action Over Cuts Dispute
Rail workers have voted in favour of strike action later this month should Iarnród Éireann proceeds with planned pay cuts. The National Bus and Rail Union has agreed the strike, in an ongoing dispute over pay cuts.
Sinn Féin Called On To 'Stop Misleading' People On Water Charges
Sinn Féin's Environment Spokesperson, Brian Stanley, has been called on to stop misleading people on water charges.
Cannabis Found In Wooded Area In Co Cavan
Cannabis worth an estimated €100,000 has been uncovered in a wooded area in Co Cavan. Gardaí confirmed they made the discovery on Tuesday at Drumgill. No one has been arrested in connection with the find, gardaí have said, adding that the investigation is ongoing.
Men Rescued From Sea In Co Cork
Two men are being treated in Cork University Hospital after being rescued from the sea. It is understood that the men's boat capsized in Dunmanus Bay in Co Cork at about 19:00 on Thursday. A member of the public raised the alarm.
140 Jobs To Be Created In Co Kildare
One hundred and forty new jobs are to be created in Co Kildare by residential security firm, Homesecure. The Newbridge-based company will created 100 jobs within the next four months and an additional forty jobs over the next four years. The jobs will be in operations, administration and sales.
'N' Plate For New Drivers Comes Into Force Today
The new Novice plate for new drivers is to come into force today. New drivers will replace their 'L' plates with the new 'N' plates, which they will have to display for two years.

Irish News on Thu, Aug 1 2013, 4,748 days ago

Garda Must Charge Or Release Father Of Brothers Found In Boot
The father of two boys found dead in the boot of his crashed car must today be charged or released by gardaí. The brothers, Eoghan (10) and Ruairi (5) Chada, were found in the boot of their fathers car when it crashed outside Westport on Monday afternoon.
Elderly Woman Killed In Co Kildare Road Crash
An elderly woman has been killed in a single vehicle road crash in Co Kildare. The accident happened at around 3.30pm on Wednesday on the Derrinturn to Carbury Road near the Offaly-Kildare border.
Colm Murray Funeral Held In Dublin
The funeral of broadcaster and presenter Colm Murray has taken place at St Gabriel's Church in Dollymount, Dublin. Mr Murray died this week aged 61. In 2012, he had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
No Service If Dublin Bus Strike Goes Ahead
Following the notice of strike action issued by two unions, Dublin Bus has said that it would be unable to provide a service from this Sunday should they go ahead.
Accused IRA Hyde Park Bomber Granted Bail
A man accused of the 1982 IRA bombing that killed four British Soldiers has been granted bail. Household Cavalry soldiers Roy Bright, Dennie Daly, Simon Tipper and Geoffrey Young were killed in an explosion as they rode to the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.
Recruitment Agency Creates 50 New Jobs
Fifty new jobs are to be created by recruitment agency Sigmar at offices in Dublin, Cork and Galway. Over the next 18 months, the company will hire staff to fill roles within the firm, mostly recruiters, it is understood.
An Bord Pleanala Refuse Permission For 'Industrial Scale' Wind Farm
Planning permission for an "industrial scale" wind farm off the coast of Clare has been refused by An Bord Pleanala. The €200m 45-turbine wind farm had been proposed by West Coastal Windpower Ltd.
European Storm Forecasters Warn Of Tornadoes Hitting Ireland
Tornadoes could hit Ireland on Friday, according to European storm forecasters RTÉ have reported. Heavy rain, severe winds, tornadoes and a possible large hail event are all forecast for Ireland by the European Storm Forecast Experiment, aka ESTOFEX.
Coast Guard Investigates Reports Of Astrid Thefts
Reports are being investigated that the stricken tall ship, abandoned on rocks off the coast of Cork, has been robbed. It is understood that the Irish Coast Guard are looking into reports that the bell, wooden wheel and compass were stolen from the submerged vessel last Friday.

Irish News on Wed, Aug 1 2012, 5,113 days ago

Parents Hit Out At Steep School Costs
987 parents responding to Barnardos' School Costs Survey 2012 have expressed frustration and anger at the continued high costs of sending children to school, as evidenced by this quote from one parent who completed the survey.
NAMA Launch Vacant Property Scheme
The National Asset Management Agency (NAMA) is stepping up efforts to free vacant properties around the country for social housing. NAMA has reportedly set up a new firm called Nama Asset Residential Property Services Limited, to acquire the target of almost 2,500 properties by the end of 2013.
Live Register Decreases By 2,300 In July
On a seasonally adjusted basis the Live Register total recorded a monthly decrease of 2,300 in July 2012, bringing the total to 437,300, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The standardised unemployment rate (SUR) in July 2012 was 14.8%, unchanged from the latest June 2012 rate.
Former Nursing Home Boss Should Return To 'Face The Music'
The former owner of a Kilkenny nursing home – who has been under investigation in relation to the care of residents and who owes thousands of euros to union members – should return from Australia to "face the music", SIPTU Organiser, Louise O’Reilly has said.
Shell Machine Blocks Roads In Mayo
A single large truck is blocking the intersection of the L1203 and R314 roads, in North Co. Mayo. The truck was carrying part of a tunnelling machine destined for work on the Corrib gas project. The truck got into difficulty while negotiating a turn at the junction, near Glenamoy Bridge.
Garda Compensation Scheme Approved
Proposals for a revised Garda compensation scheme were published today by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Mr Alan Shatter, TD.
Man Charged Over Shop Robbery
A 31-year-old man has been charged following a robbery at a Spar shop on James Street in Dublin on Saturday 28th July. Ruadhan Tracey, of no fixed abode, was charged with robbery and producing a syringe. Garda told the court that Mr Tracey was arrested last night.
Ratification Of ESM Treaty Puts Ireland On A Firmer Footing - English
Welcoming the beginning of the process to ratify the European Stability Mechanism Treaty, which starts today (Wednesday), Fine Gael Meath West Deputy, Damien English, said access to Europe's permanent bailout fund gives Ireland enhanced financial security into the future.
4th Féile An Droichead Launches
Arts Minister Carál Ní Chuilín has launched the fourth Féile an Droichead in Belfast. Féile An Droichead is south and east Belfast’s only traditional arts and Irish language festival.

Irish News on Mon, Aug 1 2011, 5,479 days ago

HSE To Cut Midwfery Led Services In Wexford General
Hundreds of women along with their families and friends have united in their protest against any cuts to the Domino Midwife Maternity Service at WGH. The HSE plan to severely cut the cost saving service. The Domino Midwifery Service runs antenatal clinics and offers continuity of care for mothers.
Coast Guard Issues Advice For August Bank Holiday
The Irish Coast Guard has issued advice for holidaymakers and members of the public who are planning water based activities, cliff walking, fishing trips or any maritime recreational activities over the bank holiday.
Children In House As Rapists Attack
It has emerged that three children were in a house in Co Armagh as their mother was raped by two masked men on Thursday.
Varadkar Turns Sod On N25 Cork Southern Ring Road
Transport Minister Leo Varadkar has officially launched the commencement of works on the N25 Cork Southern Ring Road.
Sports' Troublemakers To Face Jail
Sectarian chanting, or even staging a 'pitch invasion' at a soccer match or other sporting event in the North is to attract a fine of up to £1,000.
Minister Ring Opens Great Western Greenway
The Great Western Greenway has been officially opened by Minister Michael Ring T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism & Sport. The first phase of the Great Western Greenway, an 18km route off-road cycling and walking route from Newport to Mulranny, was opened in April 2010.
Landmark €7m Restoration Of Killarney House Announced
An extensive €7m restoration programme for Killarney House, Pleasure Grounds and Gardens will begin in the near future. The project is being undertaken by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) of Minister Jimmy Deenihan's Department.
Radio Ulster Off Air As NUJ Strike
There is a second round of industrial action taking place across the UK today over BBC cost-cutting and subsequent redundancies Journalists across the BBC are on strike in their second stoppage in protest against compulsory redundancies.
Galway Harbour Redevelopment On Way
According to reports, the proposed €200 million redevelopment of Galway Harbour has received approval to proceed to a planning application submission stage.

Irish News on Fri, Aug 1 2008, 6,574 days ago

Flash Floods Limerick And Cork
The River Arra in Newcastle West, Limerick, burst its banks on Thursday night after heavy rains, leaving over 3,000 households without electricity. The flooding has left the local ESB station submerged in water and many without heating or light.
Schoolgirl Held Over Garda Car Ram
A 16-year-old schoolgirl is being held by Gardai for probation violation, after she was a passenger in a stolen car which twice rammed gardaí. The troubled teen girl was released on supervisory probation in October last year for one-year at the Dublin Children's Court.
Phone Discovered In Gilligan's Cell
The notorious convicted drug dealer, John Gilligan, has had a secreted mobile phone confiscated from his cell. Gilligan was reportedly overheard having a conversation last Tuesday while alone in his single cell.
Data Protection "Weak" As Confidential Documents Are Lost
An audit by the Data Protection Commissioner has revealed weaknesses in Ireland's personal information protection procedures after boxes of personal documents were found near a lift.
Irish Shoppers Lose Out On Huge Mark Up - Fine Gael
An opposition TD has revealed shoppers are paying through the nose as they face huge markups by supermarkets. Michael Creed TD, Fine Gael's spokesman for Agriculture, Fisheries & Food said Irish shoppers are paying on average €33.77 for basket of basic foodstuffs while the farmer receives just €14.
RSA Issues Bank Holiday Plea To Tired Drivers
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has issued a fresh plea to drivers, on the eve of the August Bank Holiday Weekend. The campaign group has warned of the dangers of driver fatigue.
Mallow Hit By Surprise Flood
Gardaí in Mallow are warning motorists to avoid the town after Friday afternoons deluge. The unseasonal rains have persisted throughout the week and led to sporadic flooding throughout the island.
Government Moves To Counter Energy Price Rise
The Government is to introduce a counter measure to tackle the recently announced energy price hike. While the Electricity Supply Board announced on Thursday it would be introducing a 17.
New Code On Local School Provision Published
A new code of practice published on Friday will mean local authorities will be obliged to provide enough schools to meet demand when drawing up development plans.

Irish News on Wed, Aug 1 2007, 6,940 days ago

Irish Teen Killed In Lanzarote
Spanish police are investigating the suspicious death of an Irish citizen this morning in the Canary Islands. Police are investigating the death of the teenager on the island of Lanzarote and they are looking for two men.
Man In Court Over McGrath Stabbing
A man has appeared in court charged in connection with the stabbing of Anthony McGrath. Mr McGrath, 23, of Whitestown Walk in Clonsilla in Dublin was stabbed to death at his home on October 29 last year.
Lottery Winners Collect 16 Million Euro Cheque
The winners of the Republic of Ireland's largest ever lottery jackpot have collected their cheque for 16 million euros from the Lottery's headquarters.
Navy Dispatched To Search Area For Drugs
The Irish Navy is due to carry out a search of an area off the coast of Co. Galway, where bales of cannabis were discovered. Fishermen discovered eleven kilos of the drug as they fished 50km out to sea on Friday and Gardai and Customs were alerted.
Dublin To Belfast Road Link Completed
The first major Inter-Urban (MIU) route between Dublin and Belfast will be officially completed on Thursday 2 August 2007 with the opening of the 14km, A1/N1 dual carriageway between Newry and Dundalk.
Tax Hike For Oil & Gas Firms
The Government will increase the amount of tax on revenues from offshore oil and gas exploration. Eamon Ryan, Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources in the Republic is set to announce a new tax on profitable oil and gas finds of up to 15%.
GAA: Dublin Versus Derry Sells Out
The GAA has confirmed that all tickets on general sale for the Bank of Ireland senior football championship quarter-final between Dublin and Derry on August 11 have sold out. The tickets went on sale on Tuesday morning.
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