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Irish News on Fri, Oct 12 2018, 2,922 days ago
Homes And Businesses Without Power As Storm Callum Hits Ireland
Thousands of homes and businesses have been left without power after Storm Callum hit Ireland overnight. A status Orange warning for wind has been issued for Donegal, Galway, Mayo and Sligo remains in place until 5pm, however warnings have been lifted for the rest of the country.
Thousands of homes and businesses have been left without power after Storm Callum hit Ireland overnight. A status Orange warning for wind has been issued for Donegal, Galway, Mayo and Sligo remains in place until 5pm, however warnings have been lifted for the rest of the country.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 12 2017, 3,287 days ago
42 Arrests Made In Project Storm Operation In Co Kilkenny
A total of 42 people have been arrested as part of Operation Thor – Project Storm in County Kilkenny. During the operation carried out on Wednesday, 11 October, drugs worth an estimated €20,000 and five vehicles were seized.
A total of 42 people have been arrested as part of Operation Thor – Project Storm in County Kilkenny. During the operation carried out on Wednesday, 11 October, drugs worth an estimated €20,000 and five vehicles were seized.
Witness Appeal Following Death Of A Man In Co Monaghan
Gardaí have appeal for witnesses following the death of a man in County Monaghan. The body of the man, believed to be aged in his 80s, was discovered on the side of the road at Carnaveigh, Castleblaney at 4pm on Wednesday, 11 October. A blue Opel Corsa was found crashed nearby.
Gardaí have appeal for witnesses following the death of a man in County Monaghan. The body of the man, believed to be aged in his 80s, was discovered on the side of the road at Carnaveigh, Castleblaney at 4pm on Wednesday, 11 October. A blue Opel Corsa was found crashed nearby.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 12 2016, 3,652 days ago
New Enterprise Ireland Competitive Feasibility Fund Launched
A new €200,000 Enterprise Ireland Competitive Feasibility Fund has been launched for entrepreneurs and early stage start-ups in Cork.
A new €200,000 Enterprise Ireland Competitive Feasibility Fund has been launched for entrepreneurs and early stage start-ups in Cork.
Justice And Equality Budget To Increase By €85m
The budget for the Justice and Equality sector is to be increased by €85 million, totalling €2.54 billion in 2017. Funding has been provided for the recruitment of 800 Garda recruits in 2017 and up to 500 civilians to support the wide ranging reform plan in train in An Garda Síochána.
The budget for the Justice and Equality sector is to be increased by €85 million, totalling €2.54 billion in 2017. Funding has been provided for the recruitment of 800 Garda recruits in 2017 and up to 500 civilians to support the wide ranging reform plan in train in An Garda Síochána.
Funding Allocated For Housing In 2017 'Transformational' - Coveney
Additional funding allocated for housing in 2017 has been described as "transformational", by the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney. In Budget 2017, the Government is allocating €1.2 billion to housing programmes, a 50% increase over 2016.
Additional funding allocated for housing in 2017 has been described as "transformational", by the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney. In Budget 2017, the Government is allocating €1.2 billion to housing programmes, a 50% increase over 2016.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 12 2015, 4,018 days ago
Garda Tony Golden Killed In Lough Shooting
Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin has expressed his deepest condolences after the murder of Garda Tony Golden in Co Louth. Garda Golden, 36, was killed after responding to a call of a domestic disturbance at a house in Omeath at around 6.30pm on Sunday.
Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin has expressed his deepest condolences after the murder of Garda Tony Golden in Co Louth. Garda Golden, 36, was killed after responding to a call of a domestic disturbance at a house in Omeath at around 6.30pm on Sunday.
Ten People Dead Following Fire At Travellers' Site In Dublin
Ten people, including five children, have died in a fire at a travellers' site in Ireland on Saturday. The blaze occurred at a site in Carrickmines, south of Dublin. The ten people have have not officially been named by gardai, however they have been named locally.
Ten people, including five children, have died in a fire at a travellers' site in Ireland on Saturday. The blaze occurred at a site in Carrickmines, south of Dublin. The ten people have have not officially been named by gardai, however they have been named locally.
Priest Dies In Co Kerry House Fire
A priest has died in a house fire in Fenit, Co Kerry. Father Gearoid O'Donnchada, aged in his 80s, died in the blaze at his home near Tralee. Sinn Féin Deputy Martin Ferris said the wider community are horrified at the news. He said: "Fr.
A priest has died in a house fire in Fenit, Co Kerry. Father Gearoid O'Donnchada, aged in his 80s, died in the blaze at his home near Tralee. Sinn Féin Deputy Martin Ferris said the wider community are horrified at the news. He said: "Fr.
Three To Appear In Court Over €1.6m Drugs Seizure
Three people are to appear in court today, Monday 12 October, following a €1.6m drugs seizure in Dublin. Gardaí searched a vehicle in the Conyingham Road area in Islandbridge on Saturday. A 45-year-old was arrested at the scene after a quantity of cocaine and heroin were discovered.
Three people are to appear in court today, Monday 12 October, following a €1.6m drugs seizure in Dublin. Gardaí searched a vehicle in the Conyingham Road area in Islandbridge on Saturday. A 45-year-old was arrested at the scene after a quantity of cocaine and heroin were discovered.
Pensioner Dies In Co Monaghan Road Crash
A pensioner has died following a road collision in Co Monaghan. The two-vehicle incident occurred on the R188, Monaghan to Cootehill road, at Stranooden on Saturday.
A pensioner has died following a road collision in Co Monaghan. The two-vehicle incident occurred on the R188, Monaghan to Cootehill road, at Stranooden on Saturday.
Body Of Man Discovered In Dublin
A man's body has been discovered in Dublin. The body of the man, believed to be in his 30s, has not yet been formally identified, according to garda. The discovery was made between O'Connell Bridge and College Green at about 7.20am on Sunday. A post-mortem is expected to be carried out.
A man's body has been discovered in Dublin. The body of the man, believed to be in his 30s, has not yet been formally identified, according to garda. The discovery was made between O'Connell Bridge and College Green at about 7.20am on Sunday. A post-mortem is expected to be carried out.
Man To Appear In Court Over Aggravated Burglary In Longford
A 34-year-old man is to appear in court in Longford on Monday, 12 October, charged in connection with an aggravated burglary in Edgeworthstown on Saturday. Three men entered a property and threatened the occupants.
A 34-year-old man is to appear in court in Longford on Monday, 12 October, charged in connection with an aggravated burglary in Edgeworthstown on Saturday. Three men entered a property and threatened the occupants.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 12 2012, 5,113 days ago
'Core' Social Welfare Benefits To Survive Budget
Social Protection Minister Joan Burton has pledged that basic social welfare payments, such as the dole and pension, will not be cut in the Budget. Ms Burton was speaking at a pre-Budget session with 31 lobby groups like Age Action Ireland and carer’s groups.
Social Protection Minister Joan Burton has pledged that basic social welfare payments, such as the dole and pension, will not be cut in the Budget. Ms Burton was speaking at a pre-Budget session with 31 lobby groups like Age Action Ireland and carer’s groups.
63-Year-Old Dies On Building Site
A 63-year-old man has died following an accident at the VEC campus building site in Monaghan. The man, whose name has not yet been released, is believed to have been a manager at the construction. He was involved in an accident at about 11.40am on Friday and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 63-year-old man has died following an accident at the VEC campus building site in Monaghan. The man, whose name has not yet been released, is believed to have been a manager at the construction. He was involved in an accident at about 11.40am on Friday and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Aer Lingus Strike Now 'Highly Likely'
Trade union Siptu has warned that industrial action at Aer Lingus now seems “highly likely”, in an ongoing dispute over pensions.
Trade union Siptu has warned that industrial action at Aer Lingus now seems “highly likely”, in an ongoing dispute over pensions.
No 'Fracking' Decision Until 2014
Minister of State for Natural Resources Fergus O’Dowd has told the Dáil it would be 2014 before a decision would be made on commercial shale gas exploration, also known as “fracking”. He said that it would be take that long for further research on the controversial issue to be published.
Minister of State for Natural Resources Fergus O’Dowd has told the Dáil it would be 2014 before a decision would be made on commercial shale gas exploration, also known as “fracking”. He said that it would be take that long for further research on the controversial issue to be published.
Gardaí Investigate School Girl Fight Video
Gardaí in Co Cork are investigating after a video that shows two teenage girls fighting while surrounded by a group of up to 50 other teenagers, appeared on the internet. The footage, which was shot on a mobile phone, was uploaded on Wednesday and has already been viewed several thousand times.
Gardaí in Co Cork are investigating after a video that shows two teenage girls fighting while surrounded by a group of up to 50 other teenagers, appeared on the internet. The footage, which was shot on a mobile phone, was uploaded on Wednesday and has already been viewed several thousand times.
Two Bodies Discovered In Waterford
Gardaí are investigating the discovery of two bodies in two separate incidents in Waterford. The body of a 24-year-old man, originally from Clifden Court in the city, was found in a house at St Herblain Park at 1am on Friday morning.
Gardaí are investigating the discovery of two bodies in two separate incidents in Waterford. The body of a 24-year-old man, originally from Clifden Court in the city, was found in a house at St Herblain Park at 1am on Friday morning.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 12 2011, 5,479 days ago
Woman Held Over Deadly Boyle Blaze
A 50 year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a Roscommon house fire that claimed the life of a five year-old girl. The arrested woman is being held in Boyle Garda Station where a man in his 30s also remains in custody in connection with the fire.
A 50 year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a Roscommon house fire that claimed the life of a five year-old girl. The arrested woman is being held in Boyle Garda Station where a man in his 30s also remains in custody in connection with the fire.
British Govt Rule Out Finucane Inquiry
The British Government's decision not to approve an inquiry into the murder of solicitor Pat Finucane has been greeted with varied reactions.
The British Government's decision not to approve an inquiry into the murder of solicitor Pat Finucane has been greeted with varied reactions.
Priest's Slander Case Goes To Court
A High Court defamation action against broadcaster RTE by a priest is set to go ahead next month. Father Kevin Reynolds took legal action against RTE after they claimed on a ‘Prime Time’ broadcast that he had raped a minor in Kenya.
A High Court defamation action against broadcaster RTE by a priest is set to go ahead next month. Father Kevin Reynolds took legal action against RTE after they claimed on a ‘Prime Time’ broadcast that he had raped a minor in Kenya.
Presidential Candidates Prepare For TV Debate
Ireland's Presidential candidates are getting set for their next TV debate tonight following a radio debate yesterday that saw two of the candidates clash.
Ireland's Presidential candidates are getting set for their next TV debate tonight following a radio debate yesterday that saw two of the candidates clash.
Torpedoed Ship Located Decades Later
A Guinness merchant ship that sank of the coast of Dublin nearly a century ago has been found. The WM Barkley was located during an expedition. The Marine Institute and the Geological Survey of Ireland spotted a seabed feature that appeared to be a wreck lying in the vessel's last known position.
A Guinness merchant ship that sank of the coast of Dublin nearly a century ago has been found. The WM Barkley was located during an expedition. The Marine Institute and the Geological Survey of Ireland spotted a seabed feature that appeared to be a wreck lying in the vessel's last known position.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 12 2010, 5,844 days ago
Four Arrested After 'Dissident' Weapons Raid
Four men have been arrested in County Tyrone following a number of raids on suspected dissident republicans on both sides of the border and the discovery of "significant" weaponry. The arrests were made by PSNI officers investigating alleged dissident republican activity.
Four men have been arrested in County Tyrone following a number of raids on suspected dissident republicans on both sides of the border and the discovery of "significant" weaponry. The arrests were made by PSNI officers investigating alleged dissident republican activity.
Man In Court Over 'Road Rage' Killing
A 29-year-old man will appear in court today charged with the killing of a man during what has been described as a "road rage" incident in Irishtown, Dublin. The male defendant will appear before a sitting of Dublin District Court No1, this morning.
A 29-year-old man will appear in court today charged with the killing of a man during what has been described as a "road rage" incident in Irishtown, Dublin. The male defendant will appear before a sitting of Dublin District Court No1, this morning.
Irish Firm Scores Victory For File Sharing
An Irish internet provider has scored a major victory for file sharers in Dublin's High Court yesterday, defeating the implementation of the "three strike" rule.
An Irish internet provider has scored a major victory for file sharers in Dublin's High Court yesterday, defeating the implementation of the "three strike" rule.
Radio Ulster Reviewed, Despite Irish Accolade
As regional broadcasters toasted their success in a major radio awards ceremony, the BBC Trust has launched a review of its radio services in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
As regional broadcasters toasted their success in a major radio awards ceremony, the BBC Trust has launched a review of its radio services in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
NAMA Ties-up Greystones Harbour Project
Seven months after work was officially "paused" on public facilities in the €300m Greystones Harbour redevelopment project in north Co Wicklow, it has emerged that it is to come under the control of the national assets management body, NAMA, sparking concern for the future construction development.
Seven months after work was officially "paused" on public facilities in the €300m Greystones Harbour redevelopment project in north Co Wicklow, it has emerged that it is to come under the control of the national assets management body, NAMA, sparking concern for the future construction development.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 12 2009, 6,209 days ago
Priest Snatched In The Philippines
A 79-year-old Irish priest has been kidnapped by armed men in a southern region of the Philippines. Father Michael Sinnott, from Barntown in Co Wexford, was taken by six gunmen after they stormed his residence near the southern city of Pagadian.
A 79-year-old Irish priest has been kidnapped by armed men in a southern region of the Philippines. Father Michael Sinnott, from Barntown in Co Wexford, was taken by six gunmen after they stormed his residence near the southern city of Pagadian.
Appeal On Man Shot Dead In Finglas
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a man was shot in the head outside a bar in Finglas on Friday night.
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a man was shot in the head outside a bar in Finglas on Friday night.
Farmers Protest As Income Drops
The Irish Farmers' Association has mounted tractor-barricades in counties all over the state over their steeply falling incomes. Frequent traffic delays have developed after a synchronised campaign by farmers who drove their tractors slowly through 29 towns at 10am.
The Irish Farmers' Association has mounted tractor-barricades in counties all over the state over their steeply falling incomes. Frequent traffic delays have developed after a synchronised campaign by farmers who drove their tractors slowly through 29 towns at 10am.
Toddler's Body Found In New Zealand
Police in New Zealand have found a body during the hunt for missing toddler Aisling Symes. Searchers made the discovery after digging behind a property near the scene of the two year old's disappearance.
Police in New Zealand have found a body during the hunt for missing toddler Aisling Symes. Searchers made the discovery after digging behind a property near the scene of the two year old's disappearance.
'Burnt' Body Find Leads To Court
Three people have been in court after the body of 30-year-old Rebecca French was discovered in the boot of a burnt out car in Ballindinas on Friday evening.
Three people have been in court after the body of 30-year-old Rebecca French was discovered in the boot of a burnt out car in Ballindinas on Friday evening.
Stephen Gately's Death 'Not Linked To Drugs'
A British newspaper has reported that the Boyzone singer recently found dead at the age of 33 died after choking on his own vomit after a drinking binge.
A British newspaper has reported that the Boyzone singer recently found dead at the age of 33 died after choking on his own vomit after a drinking binge.
Clinton Flies In To Stormont Debate
The ongoing focus on devolving policing and justice powers to the Stormont Assembly moved up a gear today as US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton hold talks with the North's political leaders in Belfast.
The ongoing focus on devolving policing and justice powers to the Stormont Assembly moved up a gear today as US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton hold talks with the North's political leaders in Belfast.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 12 2007, 6,940 days ago
Jail For Limerick Petrol Bombers Who Targeted Kids
Three teenagers have been jailed over a Limerick petrol bomb attack which left two children seriously injured and needing surgery and skin grafts.
Three teenagers have been jailed over a Limerick petrol bomb attack which left two children seriously injured and needing surgery and skin grafts.
Murder Alert On Cork Slurry Tank Body
Garda divers are set to remove what is believed to be the body of a man found in a slurry tank on a farm in Cork on Thursday. The discovery was made on the farm at Shanlaragh in Dunmanaway on Thursday morning. The lane leading to the farm has been cordoned off.
Garda divers are set to remove what is believed to be the body of a man found in a slurry tank on a farm in Cork on Thursday. The discovery was made on the farm at Shanlaragh in Dunmanaway on Thursday morning. The lane leading to the farm has been cordoned off.
Swiss Students 'Returning Early' Following Murder
The Swiss students who travelled to Galway with Manuela Riedo are to return home early, following her murder, it has been reported.
The Swiss students who travelled to Galway with Manuela Riedo are to return home early, following her murder, it has been reported.
Groundwater Contamination Alert
Nearly 60% of groundwater locations tested by the Environmental Protection Agency in Ireland for a recent survey was contaminated by human or animal sewage, a water quality report has revealed.
Nearly 60% of groundwater locations tested by the Environmental Protection Agency in Ireland for a recent survey was contaminated by human or animal sewage, a water quality report has revealed.
Fianna Fail Debates Ulster Strategy
A timetable for cross-border expansion and a 32-county strategy are top of the agenda for Irish Foreign Affairs Minister Dermot Ahern. He is to head up a Fianna Fail committee charged with drawing up a policy for the development of the party in Northern Ireland.
A timetable for cross-border expansion and a 32-county strategy are top of the agenda for Irish Foreign Affairs Minister Dermot Ahern. He is to head up a Fianna Fail committee charged with drawing up a policy for the development of the party in Northern Ireland.
Long Day For Alzheimer's Carers
Many carers of Alzheimer's disease sufferers have to spend most of their day looking after their patients. A report by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland found that 63% of carers spent more than an exhausting 14 hours a day looking after the person suffering from Alzheimer's.
Many carers of Alzheimer's disease sufferers have to spend most of their day looking after their patients. A report by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland found that 63% of carers spent more than an exhausting 14 hours a day looking after the person suffering from Alzheimer's.
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