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Irish News on Thu, Mar 30 2017, 3,287 days ago
Man Injured In Shooting Incident In Coolock
Gardaí have appealed for information on a shooting incident at Belcamp Crescent in Coolock shortly before midnight on Wednesday 29 March. A 45-year-old man suffered an apparent gunshot wound to his leg when a man forced entry to his house and discharged a firearm.
Gardaí have appealed for information on a shooting incident at Belcamp Crescent in Coolock shortly before midnight on Wednesday 29 March. A 45-year-old man suffered an apparent gunshot wound to his leg when a man forced entry to his house and discharged a firearm.
'Collaborate Locally to Compete Globally' Tourism Conference Launched
A Local Authorities Tourism Conference, 'Collaborate Locally to Compete Globally' has been launched by the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan TD.
A Local Authorities Tourism Conference, 'Collaborate Locally to Compete Globally' has been launched by the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan TD.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 30 2016, 3,652 days ago
Irish Research And Development Benefits From €250m EU Funding
More than €250 in competitive funding has been secured from Horizon 2020, the European Union's programme for Research and Innovation. A total of 588 projects with Irish participants are to benefit from the funding, announced by Minister for Skills, Research and Innovation, Damien English.
More than €250 in competitive funding has been secured from Horizon 2020, the European Union's programme for Research and Innovation. A total of 588 projects with Irish participants are to benefit from the funding, announced by Minister for Skills, Research and Innovation, Damien English.
Minister Flanagan To 'Carefully Consider' Findings Of Berkley Collapse Investigation
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is to "carefully consider" the findings of the District Attorney’s investigation into the Berkley collapse.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is to "carefully consider" the findings of the District Attorney’s investigation into the Berkley collapse.
Drugs And Cigarettes Seized At Dublin Airport
Two people have been arrested at Dublin Airport after it was discovered they had ingested pellets of cannabis resin worth an estimated €14,000.
Two people have been arrested at Dublin Airport after it was discovered they had ingested pellets of cannabis resin worth an estimated €14,000.
Specific Target Need To Reduce Road Injuries
A specific target is needed to reduce serious road traffic injuries, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin, Brian Hayes, has said.
A specific target is needed to reduce serious road traffic injuries, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin, Brian Hayes, has said.
EU Water Framework Directive Will Not Force Water Charges - FF
The proposed EU Water Framework Directive will not force any new government to retain water charges, Fianna Fáil's Spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform, Sean Fleming, has said.
The proposed EU Water Framework Directive will not force any new government to retain water charges, Fianna Fáil's Spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform, Sean Fleming, has said.
Housing Crisis Impacting People's Mental Health - SF
The government has been urged to acknowledge the impact of the housing crisis on people's mental health and to take serious measures to address it.
The government has been urged to acknowledge the impact of the housing crisis on people's mental health and to take serious measures to address it.
Witnesses Sought To Fatal Road Accident In Co Meath
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for witnesses to a fatal road traffic accident in Co Meath on Sunday, 27 March. A male motorcyclist, aged in his 40's, was fatally injured when his motorcycle collided with a truck at around 1:40pm on the R157 Maynooth to Dunboyne Road.
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for witnesses to a fatal road traffic accident in Co Meath on Sunday, 27 March. A male motorcyclist, aged in his 40's, was fatally injured when his motorcycle collided with a truck at around 1:40pm on the R157 Maynooth to Dunboyne Road.
Cocaine Seizure 'Significant Blow Against Organised Crime'
Cocaine worth an estimated €500,000 has been seized by officers from the Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau in Co Dublin. The drugs were uncovered during a search of a premises at Coolquay, The Ward on Sunday, 27 March.
Cocaine worth an estimated €500,000 has been seized by officers from the Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau in Co Dublin. The drugs were uncovered during a search of a premises at Coolquay, The Ward on Sunday, 27 March.
Northern Irish Man Dies In Co Sligo Crash
A man from Belfast has died in a car crash in County Sligo. The 69-year-old man was killed after the car he was driving hit a ditch in Castlegal, Cliffoney, at around 3pm on Monday. The man's car was the only vehicle involved in the crash.
A man from Belfast has died in a car crash in County Sligo. The 69-year-old man was killed after the car he was driving hit a ditch in Castlegal, Cliffoney, at around 3pm on Monday. The man's car was the only vehicle involved in the crash.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 30 2015, 4,018 days ago
Garda Ombudsman, Inspectorate And Authority Merger To Be Discussed
A proposal to merge the Garda Ombudsman, the Garda Inspectorate and the Policing Authority is to be presented to middle-ranking garda officers today. The motion is on the agenda for discussion at the annual conference of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors.
A proposal to merge the Garda Ombudsman, the Garda Inspectorate and the Policing Authority is to be presented to middle-ranking garda officers today. The motion is on the agenda for discussion at the annual conference of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors.
Independent Panel To Lead Portiuncula Review Named
The nine people that will undertake an independent review of maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital in Galway have been announced.
The nine people that will undertake an independent review of maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital in Galway have been announced.
Gardaí Appeal For Help To Trace Missing Navan Man
Gardaí are appealing for help in tracing 42-year-old Iduwu Soyemi, who has been missing for more than a month. Mr Soyemi was last seen at Windtown in Navan on the evening of Saturday 28 February. When last seen he was wearing a striped shirt, a blue jumper, black trousers and blue runners.
Gardaí are appealing for help in tracing 42-year-old Iduwu Soyemi, who has been missing for more than a month. Mr Soyemi was last seen at Windtown in Navan on the evening of Saturday 28 February. When last seen he was wearing a striped shirt, a blue jumper, black trousers and blue runners.
Govt Must Choose Over Rent Control Or More Homelessness - SF
The government must choose between fair regulations to tackle rising rents or future increases in homelessness, Sinn Féin has said.
The government must choose between fair regulations to tackle rising rents or future increases in homelessness, Sinn Féin has said.
Men Arrested Over Santry Cannabis Seizure
Cannabis worth an estimated €150,000 has been seized from a home in Larchill, Santry in Dublin, on Saturday. Gardaí arrested four men in connection with the find. They are due to appear in court on Monday.
Cannabis worth an estimated €150,000 has been seized from a home in Larchill, Santry in Dublin, on Saturday. Gardaí arrested four men in connection with the find. They are due to appear in court on Monday.
Weapons Recovered In Joint Garda And Army Operation
Gardaí have recovered a number of weapons in an operation targeting the activities of dissident republicans. A handgun, a rifle, ammunition and components for other guns were found during a search in Raskeagh, outside Dundalk, Co Louth.
Gardaí have recovered a number of weapons in an operation targeting the activities of dissident republicans. A handgun, a rifle, ammunition and components for other guns were found during a search in Raskeagh, outside Dundalk, Co Louth.
FF Bring Legislation To Stop Councils Handing Over Tenant Data
Fianna Fáil are to publish legislation that will seek to prohibit local authorities from handing over tenant data to Irish Water, without expressing consent.
Fianna Fáil are to publish legislation that will seek to prohibit local authorities from handing over tenant data to Irish Water, without expressing consent.
Irish News on Fri, Mar 30 2012, 5,113 days ago
Life Sentence Given To "For The Buzz" Killer
21-year-old Martin Morgan has been given a life sentence for the murder a 27-year-old ‘model worker’ on his way to work. His two co-accused have been jailed for manslaughter. Morgan’s cousin Edward Byrne, 21, was given twelve years and Stephen Byrne, 18, nine.
21-year-old Martin Morgan has been given a life sentence for the murder a 27-year-old ‘model worker’ on his way to work. His two co-accused have been jailed for manslaughter. Morgan’s cousin Edward Byrne, 21, was given twelve years and Stephen Byrne, 18, nine.
RTE Making Cuts In Effort To Clear Operational Deficit
In an effort to reduce a €20 million operating deficit RTE is to make a series of major cutbacks including reductions in sports rights, regional costs and “star” salaries.
In an effort to reduce a €20 million operating deficit RTE is to make a series of major cutbacks including reductions in sports rights, regional costs and “star” salaries.
Almost 600,000 Registered For Household Charge
With tomorrow being the household charge deadline the total number of registered households has risen to 589,314. 40,103 properties had registered for the €100 charge since noon yesterday according to the Department of the Environment.
With tomorrow being the household charge deadline the total number of registered households has risen to 589,314. 40,103 properties had registered for the €100 charge since noon yesterday according to the Department of the Environment.
99c Petrol Promotion Brings City To A Standstill
Petrol selling for 99 cent brought Dublin city centre to a stand still yesterday afternoon.
Petrol selling for 99 cent brought Dublin city centre to a stand still yesterday afternoon.
'Special Needs' Plea An Insult
A judge has said the suggestion that Wayne Bradley carried out a botched cash van raid because he has special needs is an insult to special needs children.
A judge has said the suggestion that Wayne Bradley carried out a botched cash van raid because he has special needs is an insult to special needs children.
Department Of Education "Ignored Warning" Over Separating Children
The Department of Education (DoE) ignored warnings and went ahead with controversial to separate school children by their religion in new multi-faith schools.
The Department of Education (DoE) ignored warnings and went ahead with controversial to separate school children by their religion in new multi-faith schools.
Burglary And Fraud On The Rise
The latest Central Statistics Office (CSO) report show show an 8% rise in burglaries and related cases reported to gardai last year.
The latest Central Statistics Office (CSO) report show show an 8% rise in burglaries and related cases reported to gardai last year.
BAI Proposed Not Advertising Cheese And Snacks Before 6pm
Proposals by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) would see cheese and certain snacks not being advertised before 6pm.
Proposals by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) would see cheese and certain snacks not being advertised before 6pm.
Drug Criminal's Girlfriend Ordered To Leave Home
The High Court has ordered the girlfriend of a convicted drug dealer to leave a luxury house built for the couple from the proceeds of his criminal activities.
The High Court has ordered the girlfriend of a convicted drug dealer to leave a luxury house built for the couple from the proceeds of his criminal activities.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 30 2011, 5,479 days ago
Co Leitrim Device Investigation 'On-Going'
Gardai in Carrick-on-Shannon are continuing their investigations into the discovery of an explosive device in a field at Kildorragh, Ballinamore, in Co Leitrim The device was discovered at approximately 4pm on 28th March.
Gardai in Carrick-on-Shannon are continuing their investigations into the discovery of an explosive device in a field at Kildorragh, Ballinamore, in Co Leitrim The device was discovered at approximately 4pm on 28th March.
Controlled Explosion In North Belfast
Up to 200 families have been evacuated from their homes in north Belfast as Army bomb experts carried out a controlled explosion on a suspicious device. Police had been undertaking searches for the object since Tuesday afternoon.
Up to 200 families have been evacuated from their homes in north Belfast as Army bomb experts carried out a controlled explosion on a suspicious device. Police had been undertaking searches for the object since Tuesday afternoon.
Gardaí Investigate Dublin Gun Incident
Gardaí are continuing with investigations into a gun attack in Dublin city last night. A shot was fired around 9pm on Charlemont Street. Nobody was hurt in the incident and no arrests have been made at this time.
Gardaí are continuing with investigations into a gun attack in Dublin city last night. A shot was fired around 9pm on Charlemont Street. Nobody was hurt in the incident and no arrests have been made at this time.
36-Year-Old Arrested Over Ryan Murder
A 36-year-old Irish man, extradited from the UK, is due to appear in Court today in connection with the murder of a Dublin man. Paul Ryan's body was found dumped in the gateway of a field in Coolderry, Birr, Co Offaly, on April 12, 2003. He was shot in the head.
A 36-year-old Irish man, extradited from the UK, is due to appear in Court today in connection with the murder of a Dublin man. Paul Ryan's body was found dumped in the gateway of a field in Coolderry, Birr, Co Offaly, on April 12, 2003. He was shot in the head.
Debate Resumes On Moriarty Tribunal
The Taoiseach is due to respond to questions in the debate on the Moriarty Tribunal report today. TD Michael Lowry has dismissed the tribunal findings and said Judge Michael Moriarty and his team had been involved in a witch-hunt not based on evidence.
The Taoiseach is due to respond to questions in the debate on the Moriarty Tribunal report today. TD Michael Lowry has dismissed the tribunal findings and said Judge Michael Moriarty and his team had been involved in a witch-hunt not based on evidence.
Irish News on Tue, Mar 30 2010, 5,844 days ago
Nine Charged Over Irish Teen's US Suicide
A Massachusetts court in the USA has charged nine teenagers in connection with the death of a Co Clare schoolgirl in the state earlier this year. Four girls and two boys face charges including statutory rape, assault and stalking while a further three juveniles are also implicated.
A Massachusetts court in the USA has charged nine teenagers in connection with the death of a Co Clare schoolgirl in the state earlier this year. Four girls and two boys face charges including statutory rape, assault and stalking while a further three juveniles are also implicated.
Extreme Caution Advised On Roads
Heavy downpours have created adverse conditions for motorists in the east of Ireland who are advised to exercise extreme caution. Gardaí said motorists should reduce speed and maintain a safe diving distance whilst avoiding harsh braking and manoeuvres.
Heavy downpours have created adverse conditions for motorists in the east of Ireland who are advised to exercise extreme caution. Gardaí said motorists should reduce speed and maintain a safe diving distance whilst avoiding harsh braking and manoeuvres.
Banking Industry Braced For 'Briefing'
The Irish Banking Agency is bracing itself ahead of the crucial Cabinet briefing this morning by Finance Minister Brian Lenihan on the final details of overhauling the State's banks.
The Irish Banking Agency is bracing itself ahead of the crucial Cabinet briefing this morning by Finance Minister Brian Lenihan on the final details of overhauling the State's banks.
Border Policing Gets Priority
Enhanced levels of cross-border co-operation are expected to aid the fight against the threat from dissident republicans.
Enhanced levels of cross-border co-operation are expected to aid the fight against the threat from dissident republicans.
Award-Winning Irish Animation Gets Showing
The Irish short animation film Hasan Everywhere will be showing in the Irish Film Institute in front of the European film Lourdes beginning on 1st April.
The Irish short animation film Hasan Everywhere will be showing in the Irish Film Institute in front of the European film Lourdes beginning on 1st April.
RTÉ Chief Announces Career Change
RTÉ have announced that Noel Curran, Managing Director of Television, will move on from his position with effect from 26th May 2010. Mr Curran is leaving the organisation to pursue other interests but will continue to work in an advisory capacity with RTÉ in the future.
RTÉ have announced that Noel Curran, Managing Director of Television, will move on from his position with effect from 26th May 2010. Mr Curran is leaving the organisation to pursue other interests but will continue to work in an advisory capacity with RTÉ in the future.
Border Retailing Plan Approved
There's to be even more cross-border shopping available soon as building contracts worth millions of pounds are being anticipated with news of a major Co Fermanagh retail and business project.
There's to be even more cross-border shopping available soon as building contracts worth millions of pounds are being anticipated with news of a major Co Fermanagh retail and business project.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 30 2009, 6,209 days ago
Gang Link To Gruesome Dutch Canal Find
An horrific find in Holland is being linked to gangland activity in Ireland as police in the Republic and their Dutch counterparts investigate the murder of an Irishman whose dismembered body was found in Amsterdam.
An horrific find in Holland is being linked to gangland activity in Ireland as police in the Republic and their Dutch counterparts investigate the murder of an Irishman whose dismembered body was found in Amsterdam.
Man Dies In Tallagh B&Q Accident
A major DIY store is at the centre of an investigation today after the accidental death of a man in the premises. The incident was at the Tallaght branch of B&Q , and is being investigated by the Health and Safety Authority and the Gardaí.
A major DIY store is at the centre of an investigation today after the accidental death of a man in the premises. The incident was at the Tallaght branch of B&Q , and is being investigated by the Health and Safety Authority and the Gardaí.
€8 Million Heroin Seizure Revealed
Irish police are holding two suspects after a successful, intelligence-led operation by the Gardaí National Drugs Unit. Assisted by the Organised Crime Unit and local Drugs Units, the two men were arrested in the Bayside Crescent area of Sutton in Dublin on Sunday.
Irish police are holding two suspects after a successful, intelligence-led operation by the Gardaí National Drugs Unit. Assisted by the Organised Crime Unit and local Drugs Units, the two men were arrested in the Bayside Crescent area of Sutton in Dublin on Sunday.
Mayor Welcomes Shannon To Heathrow Flights
The Mayor of Clare has described the recommencement of services between Shannon and London Heathrow as a "shot in the arm" for the West of Ireland economy.
The Mayor of Clare has described the recommencement of services between Shannon and London Heathrow as a "shot in the arm" for the West of Ireland economy.
Irish Are Still Eating Out, But Spending Less
The body representing the interests of Ireland's restaurant industry, the Restaurant Association of Ireland (RAI), is highlighting a drop in both volume and value of business.
The body representing the interests of Ireland's restaurant industry, the Restaurant Association of Ireland (RAI), is highlighting a drop in both volume and value of business.
Fermanagh Remains On Alert As Belfast Hoax Ends
While the Irish police have revealed a successful planned search operation against suspected dissident republicans, with explosive devices recovered in Dublin, a security alert has this morning led to the closure of a road in west Belfast.
While the Irish police have revealed a successful planned search operation against suspected dissident republicans, with explosive devices recovered in Dublin, a security alert has this morning led to the closure of a road in west Belfast.
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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.