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Irish News on Tue, Jul 11 2017, 3,287 days ago
Investigation Launched Into Stabbing Death Of Three-Year-Old Boy
An investigation has been launched into the death of a three-year-old boy in an incident in south Dublin. The boy was found with multiple stab wounds at an apartment in the Poddle Park area of Kimmage at about 7pm last night, Monday 10 July.
An investigation has been launched into the death of a three-year-old boy in an incident in south Dublin. The boy was found with multiple stab wounds at an apartment in the Poddle Park area of Kimmage at about 7pm last night, Monday 10 July.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 11 2016, 3,652 days ago
Water Charge Payment Rates Drop By 45%
New figures have revealed water charge payment rates dropped by 45% during the last billing quarter. Overall, Irish Water only managed to collect 27% of the charges it was owed, totalling €18.3 million in revenue for water services used between January and March.
New figures have revealed water charge payment rates dropped by 45% during the last billing quarter. Overall, Irish Water only managed to collect 27% of the charges it was owed, totalling €18.3 million in revenue for water services used between January and March.
Hospital Staff To Discuss Industrial Action Over HSE Failures
Staff at the University Maternity Hospital Limerick are to meet to discuss taking industrial action over failures by the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Staff at the University Maternity Hospital Limerick are to meet to discuss taking industrial action over failures by the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Higher Education Sector 'Severely Threatened' - Report
A report by the Expert Group on Future Funding for Higher Education has stated the sector's future is "severely threatened". The Cassells report on the future of third-level funding was published by Education Minister Richard Bruton today, 11 July.
A report by the Expert Group on Future Funding for Higher Education has stated the sector's future is "severely threatened". The Cassells report on the future of third-level funding was published by Education Minister Richard Bruton today, 11 July.
Man Dies In Fatal Car Crash In Co Cork
A man has died following a fatal road traffic collision in Co Cork. The incident happened shortly before 4:30am in Eden Hill, Mallow this morning, 11 July. The victim, in his early 30's, was fatally injured when his car collided with a truck on the N72 at Longueville.
A man has died following a fatal road traffic collision in Co Cork. The incident happened shortly before 4:30am in Eden Hill, Mallow this morning, 11 July. The victim, in his early 30's, was fatally injured when his car collided with a truck on the N72 at Longueville.
Gardaí Issues Appeal To Help Trace Missing Dublin Man
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help to trace the whereabouts of a missing man from Dublin. William Murphy, 26, was last seen in the Rialto area of Dublin 8 at around 5am on Monday, 04 July. He is described as being 5ft 9inches in height, of medium build with short black hair and blue eyes.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help to trace the whereabouts of a missing man from Dublin. William Murphy, 26, was last seen in the Rialto area of Dublin 8 at around 5am on Monday, 04 July. He is described as being 5ft 9inches in height, of medium build with short black hair and blue eyes.
Motorcyclist Killed In Motorway Collision In Co Kildare
A female motorcyclist has been killed after crashing into the central divide of a motorway in Co Kildare. The incident happened at around 8:30pm on the M9 between junction 1 and junction 2 southbound on Saturday, 09 July. The victim, who was in her 40's, was pronounced dead at the scene.
A female motorcyclist has been killed after crashing into the central divide of a motorway in Co Kildare. The incident happened at around 8:30pm on the M9 between junction 1 and junction 2 southbound on Saturday, 09 July. The victim, who was in her 40's, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Gardai Launches Summer Drink Driving Campaign With RSA
Gardai and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have launched a summer drink driving campaign after new figures revealed Irish road deaths have risen by 15% in 2016. A total of 86 people have died on the roads this year, with 11 more deaths compared to the same period last year.
Gardai and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have launched a summer drink driving campaign after new figures revealed Irish road deaths have risen by 15% in 2016. A total of 86 people have died on the roads this year, with 11 more deaths compared to the same period last year.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 11 2014, 4,383 days ago
Cannabis-Based Medicine Regulations To Be Complete 'Within The Week'
The Minister of State for Health, Alex White, could sign off on the use of cannabis-based medicines in Ireland by the end of next week.
The Minister of State for Health, Alex White, could sign off on the use of cannabis-based medicines in Ireland by the end of next week.
Legislation Published On Irish Who Die Abroad
New legislation has been published that will see the creation of a new register of Irish people who die abroad and includes the provision of a new Irish-issued certificate of death.
New legislation has been published that will see the creation of a new register of Irish people who die abroad and includes the provision of a new Irish-issued certificate of death.
Matinee Proposal 'Not Feasible' For Brooks Shows
A proposal that two of the five disputed Garth Brooks shows be held as matinees on 26 and 27 July as been declared as "not feasible".
A proposal that two of the five disputed Garth Brooks shows be held as matinees on 26 and 27 July as been declared as "not feasible".
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Crash Near Ballyshannon
Garda in Co Donegal have reported the death of a woman in a single vehicle road crash in Cloghore, near Ballyshannon. It is understood that the woman, aged in her 70s, was travelling alone when her car hit a ditch at about 22:20 on Thursday. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Garda in Co Donegal have reported the death of a woman in a single vehicle road crash in Cloghore, near Ballyshannon. It is understood that the woman, aged in her 70s, was travelling alone when her car hit a ditch at about 22:20 on Thursday. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Government's 'Meagre' E-Commerce Policy Criticised
The government has been criticised for its "meagre e-commerce strategy" in the face of significantly increased level of online spending.
The government has been criticised for its "meagre e-commerce strategy" in the face of significantly increased level of online spending.
Govt Criticised Over Inaction On Climate Change
The government has been criticised for its failure to introduce a Climate Change Bill, with Sinn Féin saying that they have still not dealt with the issues of flooding and environmental damage.
The government has been criticised for its failure to introduce a Climate Change Bill, with Sinn Féin saying that they have still not dealt with the issues of flooding and environmental damage.
Cabinet Reshuffle 'Pointless Without Political Shame' - SF
Following a final set of talks held last night between Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Tánaiste Joan Burton, a cabinet reshuffle is expected to be announced today.
Following a final set of talks held last night between Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Tánaiste Joan Burton, a cabinet reshuffle is expected to be announced today.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 11 2013, 4,748 days ago
Man Arrested And Drugs Seized In Celbridge
A man has been arrested following the seizure of €120,000 of drugs in a planned search in Celbridge on Wednesday night. Herion and cannabis resin were recovered from a house in St Patrick's Park in the town. A 19-year-old was arrested at the scene, garda have said.
A man has been arrested following the seizure of €120,000 of drugs in a planned search in Celbridge on Wednesday night. Herion and cannabis resin were recovered from a house in St Patrick's Park in the town. A 19-year-old was arrested at the scene, garda have said.
Dáil Abortion Bill Debate Enters Second Day
The Dáil debate over the Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013, ran well beyond its expected finish time, and may now not be completed before Thursday night at the earliest.
The Dáil debate over the Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013, ran well beyond its expected finish time, and may now not be completed before Thursday night at the earliest.
Union Urges Govt To Increase Minimum Wage
Both the national minimum wage and social welfare payments should increase in the autumn budget, the Unite trade union has said. The union is calling on the government to make the increase in an effort to encourage spending.
Both the national minimum wage and social welfare payments should increase in the autumn budget, the Unite trade union has said. The union is calling on the government to make the increase in an effort to encourage spending.
Daughters Renew Appeal For Information On 1987 Murder
Two woman have renewed an appeal for information in relation to the murder of their mother 26 years ago. In the early hours of July 12, 1987, Antoinette Smith was abducted, murdered and buried in the Dublin mountains.
Two woman have renewed an appeal for information in relation to the murder of their mother 26 years ago. In the early hours of July 12, 1987, Antoinette Smith was abducted, murdered and buried in the Dublin mountains.
TD Apologises For Pulling Female TD Onto Lap During Debate
A Fine Gael TD has apologised for pulling a female colleague onto his lap during the abortion bill debate in the Dáil. Cork TD Tom Barry said in a statement: "What I did last night was disrespectful and inappropriate.
A Fine Gael TD has apologised for pulling a female colleague onto his lap during the abortion bill debate in the Dáil. Cork TD Tom Barry said in a statement: "What I did last night was disrespectful and inappropriate.
Cancer Patients No Longer Guaranteed Medical Card
People on low incomes diagnosed with cancer will no longer receive a special medical card unless their condition is terminal. Special medical cards are given to people over the "normal financial eligibility limit" but face high medical bills following an illness diagnosis.
People on low incomes diagnosed with cancer will no longer receive a special medical card unless their condition is terminal. Special medical cards are given to people over the "normal financial eligibility limit" but face high medical bills following an illness diagnosis.
Three Arrested After High-Speed Car Chase
Three men were arrested on Wednesday evening following a high-speed car chase on the M1 motorway. Garda came upon a car in Drogheda travelling south that had been stolen in the north.
Three men were arrested on Wednesday evening following a high-speed car chase on the M1 motorway. Garda came upon a car in Drogheda travelling south that had been stolen in the north.
Man Arrested In Connection With Deaths Of Elderly Brothers
A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of the bodies of two elderly brothers at their home in Castlebar on Wednesday. A home-help for the brothers alerted gardai at around 07:00 after she arrived at their home and found their bodies.
A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of the bodies of two elderly brothers at their home in Castlebar on Wednesday. A home-help for the brothers alerted gardai at around 07:00 after she arrived at their home and found their bodies.
New Bill Proposes Maternity Leave To Be Shared
A new law has been proposed that would allow parents of new born babies to share the mothers maternity leave. The Parental Leave Bill 2013 would allow mothers to transfer a portion of her maternity leave and its benefits to the father of the child, should she choose to go back to work.
A new law has been proposed that would allow parents of new born babies to share the mothers maternity leave. The Parental Leave Bill 2013 would allow mothers to transfer a portion of her maternity leave and its benefits to the father of the child, should she choose to go back to work.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 11 2012, 5,113 days ago
Gardaí Appeal For Pensioner Seriously Injured In Attack
Gardaí in Kilkenny are appealing for witnesses to an incident which occurred in Kilkenny City at approximately 11.30am yesterday morning 10th July. An 86 year old woman was assaulted and robbed by a man, as she walked on College View, Walkin Street.
Gardaí in Kilkenny are appealing for witnesses to an incident which occurred in Kilkenny City at approximately 11.30am yesterday morning 10th July. An 86 year old woman was assaulted and robbed by a man, as she walked on College View, Walkin Street.
Higgins Calls For Ulster Bank To Waive Charges Until Next Year
Labour Party Senator Lorraine Higgins today delivered a cross party petition to Ulster Bank calling for an assurance that the bank will waive customer charges until January 2013. "Customers need clarity on where they stand with Ulster Bank.
Labour Party Senator Lorraine Higgins today delivered a cross party petition to Ulster Bank calling for an assurance that the bank will waive customer charges until January 2013. "Customers need clarity on where they stand with Ulster Bank.
Jack And Emily Most Popular Baby Names
Jack and Emily were the most popular babies’ names registered in 2011, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Jack retains the top position it has held every year since 2007, and Emily moved up one place to obtain the number one spot for the first time.
Jack and Emily were the most popular babies’ names registered in 2011, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Jack retains the top position it has held every year since 2007, and Emily moved up one place to obtain the number one spot for the first time.
Moynihan 'Appalled' By Coveney Response To Severe Weather
Fianna Fáil Agriculture Spokesperson Michael Moynihan has hit out the Government's lack of support for farmers who are under severe pressure due the unseasonably wet weather. Deputy Moynihan has described the response from the Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney as "shamefully inadequate".
Fianna Fáil Agriculture Spokesperson Michael Moynihan has hit out the Government's lack of support for farmers who are under severe pressure due the unseasonably wet weather. Deputy Moynihan has described the response from the Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney as "shamefully inadequate".
Dublin Hosts Euroscience Open Forum
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, today welcomed Dublin's hosting of the Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF). ESOF is Europe's largest general science meeting and is held in a leading European city every two years in a city selected as the 'City of Science'.
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, today welcomed Dublin's hosting of the Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF). ESOF is Europe's largest general science meeting and is held in a leading European city every two years in a city selected as the 'City of Science'.
Committee Meet To Discuss Gas Network Development
The Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications will today meet with representatives of Bord Gáis Networks (BGN) to discuss its work in connecting homes and businesses to Ireland's gas network.
The Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications will today meet with representatives of Bord Gáis Networks (BGN) to discuss its work in connecting homes and businesses to Ireland's gas network.
Two Injured In Separate Stabbing Incidents
Two men have been injured in separate stabbing attacks in Dublin last night. A man in his 40's was stabbed in Balbriggan, but his condition is not believed to be life threatening. A woman was arrested and taken to Coolock Garda Station for questioning.
Two men have been injured in separate stabbing attacks in Dublin last night. A man in his 40's was stabbed in Balbriggan, but his condition is not believed to be life threatening. A woman was arrested and taken to Coolock Garda Station for questioning.
Events In Phoenix Park Totally Unacceptable - Burton
Joan Burton TD, Minister for Social Protection, has said that what happened in the Phoenix Park on Saturday was "totally unacceptable". Minister Burton said she wished to express her condolences to the families of the dead.
Joan Burton TD, Minister for Social Protection, has said that what happened in the Phoenix Park on Saturday was "totally unacceptable". Minister Burton said she wished to express her condolences to the families of the dead.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 11 2008, 6,574 days ago
Broker Expects GDP To Fall By 2.2%
A leading stockbroker firm has turned its previous forecast on its head, suggesting Ireland's gross domestic product (GDP) will see negative growth this year.
A leading stockbroker firm has turned its previous forecast on its head, suggesting Ireland's gross domestic product (GDP) will see negative growth this year.
Ballsbridge High-Rise Gets Submissions Of Support
A high-rise development in the Ballsbridge area has reportedly received 87 submissions of support for the plan.
A high-rise development in the Ballsbridge area has reportedly received 87 submissions of support for the plan.
Electricity Prices Take Shocking Rise
A major increase in electricity bills will be facing consumers from the autumn, according to the Chairman of the ESB.
A major increase in electricity bills will be facing consumers from the autumn, according to the Chairman of the ESB.
Petition Presented For Missing Children's EU Alert System
A campaign for an EU-wide alert system for missing children will culminate in the presentation of a petition to the European Commission in Dublin later this month. The family of missing Dublin teenager Amy Fitzpatrick, who disappeared in Spain on New Year's Day, is leading the campaign.
A campaign for an EU-wide alert system for missing children will culminate in the presentation of a petition to the European Commission in Dublin later this month. The family of missing Dublin teenager Amy Fitzpatrick, who disappeared in Spain on New Year's Day, is leading the campaign.
Guard Of Honour At Funeral Of Seamus Brennan
The funeral of former Irish Government Minister Séamus Brennan took place earlier this week in south Dublin. The service was attended by the Irish President, the former and present Taoiseach along with many members of the Houses of the Oireachtas.
The funeral of former Irish Government Minister Séamus Brennan took place earlier this week in south Dublin. The service was attended by the Irish President, the former and present Taoiseach along with many members of the Houses of the Oireachtas.
Barak, Trinity, And The Sundance Kid
Hollywood Actor, Robert Redford, has told a Dublin audience that if Barack Obama loses the presidential election, "you can kiss the Democratic Party goodbye".
Hollywood Actor, Robert Redford, has told a Dublin audience that if Barack Obama loses the presidential election, "you can kiss the Democratic Party goodbye".
300 Companies Gone Bust Since New Year
The economic turmoil has hit Ireland's private sector hard as the number of companies going bust has gone up by 76% for the first half of this year.
The economic turmoil has hit Ireland's private sector hard as the number of companies going bust has gone up by 76% for the first half of this year.
Four Years For ATM Fraudster
A Bulgarian national has been sentenced to four years for defrauding €25,000 in a single week. Yanislav Alekandrov, 29, a Bulgarian national who has 21 previous convictions, was stopped by garda as he tried to avoid a check point.
A Bulgarian national has been sentenced to four years for defrauding €25,000 in a single week. Yanislav Alekandrov, 29, a Bulgarian national who has 21 previous convictions, was stopped by garda as he tried to avoid a check point.
LUAS Services Disrupted By Technical Fault
LUAS services in Dublin have been delayed due to a technical fault on the Red Line between Tallaght and Connolly Station on Friday morning. Only Abbey Street and Blackhorse lines are operating due to a problem with the overhead wires.
LUAS services in Dublin have been delayed due to a technical fault on the Red Line between Tallaght and Connolly Station on Friday morning. Only Abbey Street and Blackhorse lines are operating due to a problem with the overhead wires.
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