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Irish News on Fri, Nov 8 2019, 2,557 days ago
Gardai Carry Out Searches In Kevin Lunney Abduction Probe
Gardaí and PSNI officers are collaborating on a cross-border search operation as the investigation into the "horrific abduction" of Kevin Lunney progresses. The Quinn Industrial Holdings Director was kidnapped, beaten and left for dead by the roadside by a gang of men in September.
Gardaí and PSNI officers are collaborating on a cross-border search operation as the investigation into the "horrific abduction" of Kevin Lunney progresses. The Quinn Industrial Holdings Director was kidnapped, beaten and left for dead by the roadside by a gang of men in September.
Funeral Of Broadcaster Gay Byrne Takes Place In Dublin
The funeral mass of broadcasting giant Gay Byrne has taken place in Dublin today, Friday 08 November. Among those attending to lay the former Late Late Show host to rest were President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Mr Byrne died aged 85 on Monday after a long illness.
The funeral mass of broadcasting giant Gay Byrne has taken place in Dublin today, Friday 08 November. Among those attending to lay the former Late Late Show host to rest were President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Mr Byrne died aged 85 on Monday after a long illness.
ESB Workers 'Betrayed'- SF
Sinn Fein has accused the Government and ESB of betraying staff after news two power stations in the Midlands will close. The Electricity Supply Board confirmed today that two peat-fired electricity generation plants will cease operating at the end of 2020.
Sinn Fein has accused the Government and ESB of betraying staff after news two power stations in the Midlands will close. The Electricity Supply Board confirmed today that two peat-fired electricity generation plants will cease operating at the end of 2020.
Breast Cancer Survival Rates Improve By 15% Over 20 Years
The Minister for Health has welcomed figures from the National Cancer Registry that show a significant increase in the five-year net survival rate for female breast cancer. The report from the NCRI shows the rate has improved by 15% between 1994 and 2015.
The Minister for Health has welcomed figures from the National Cancer Registry that show a significant increase in the five-year net survival rate for female breast cancer. The report from the NCRI shows the rate has improved by 15% between 1994 and 2015.
RNLI Carries Out Two Medical Evacuations From Aran Islands
RNLA crews carried out two medical evacuations from the Aran Islands following calls for help on Wednesday 06 November. In a busy morning for lifeboat crews, a man and woman were both transferred for medical attention safely. The Irish Coast Guard made the first emergency call at around 11.
RNLA crews carried out two medical evacuations from the Aran Islands following calls for help on Wednesday 06 November. In a busy morning for lifeboat crews, a man and woman were both transferred for medical attention safely. The Irish Coast Guard made the first emergency call at around 11.
Labour Propose Free Public Transport For Children In December
Labour Transport spokesperson Senator Kevin Humphreys has called for free fares for children travelling on public transport in Dublin in December. Senator Humphreys said the move would reduce congestion by encouraging more parents to leave their cars at home as they head into the city.
Labour Transport spokesperson Senator Kevin Humphreys has called for free fares for children travelling on public transport in Dublin in December. Senator Humphreys said the move would reduce congestion by encouraging more parents to leave their cars at home as they head into the city.
€300m Human Capital Initiative To Support Third Level Education
A investment of €300 million is set to train new talent and enhance the local workforce.
A investment of €300 million is set to train new talent and enhance the local workforce.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 8 2018, 2,922 days ago
Ryanair Signs CLA With German Cabin Crew Union
Ryanair has signed a Collective Labour Agreement (CLA) framework and Social Plan with Ver.di, the German cabin crew union, to cover all of Ryanair's German based cabin crew.
Ryanair has signed a Collective Labour Agreement (CLA) framework and Social Plan with Ver.di, the German cabin crew union, to cover all of Ryanair's German based cabin crew.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 8 2017, 3,287 days ago
Property Prices Continue To Rise Across Ireland
Property prices have increased to 12.8% in the year to September, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). In Dublin, residential property prices increased by 12.2% in the year to September, with house prices increasing to 12.4% and apartments increasing to 11.
Property prices have increased to 12.8% in the year to September, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). In Dublin, residential property prices increased by 12.2% in the year to September, with house prices increasing to 12.4% and apartments increasing to 11.
Irish Rail Urged To 'Seek Solutions Rather Than Issue Threats'
The management of Irish Rail have been urged to "seek solutions rather than issue threats".
The management of Irish Rail have been urged to "seek solutions rather than issue threats".
Irish News on Tue, Nov 8 2016, 3,652 days ago
17,500 Teachers Take Second Day Of Strike Action In Pay Dispute
Up to 17,500 teachers are due to take part if a second one-day strike as part of an ongoing pay dispute. The industrial action is part of the ASTI campaign calling for Equal Pay for Equal Work. The union is demanding the restoration of the common basic pay scale for all teachers.
Up to 17,500 teachers are due to take part if a second one-day strike as part of an ongoing pay dispute. The industrial action is part of the ASTI campaign calling for Equal Pay for Equal Work. The union is demanding the restoration of the common basic pay scale for all teachers.
Drugs Worth Up To €200,000 Seized In Dublin
Drugs worth an estimated €200,000 have been seized at a house in Dublin, garda have reported. Officers from the Tallaght Drugs Unit, Detective Unit and the DMR South Task Force carried out a planned search of a house in the Glenshane area of Tallaght at approximately 10pm on Monday, 07 November.
Drugs worth an estimated €200,000 have been seized at a house in Dublin, garda have reported. Officers from the Tallaght Drugs Unit, Detective Unit and the DMR South Task Force carried out a planned search of a house in the Glenshane area of Tallaght at approximately 10pm on Monday, 07 November.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 8 2013, 4,748 days ago
€70m Project For Trinity College
Trinity College Dublin has announced a €70m project involving a new Trinity School of Business and an Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub. The School and Hub will be co-located as part of efforts to increase job creation across the campus and in Dublin city centre.
Trinity College Dublin has announced a €70m project involving a new Trinity School of Business and an Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub. The School and Hub will be co-located as part of efforts to increase job creation across the campus and in Dublin city centre.
Fewer Irish Teens Using Ask.fm Website
There has been a fall in the number of Irish teenagers using social networking website Ask.fm, according to a new survey. The research, which was carried out by anti-bullying service Bully4u.
There has been a fall in the number of Irish teenagers using social networking website Ask.fm, according to a new survey. The research, which was carried out by anti-bullying service Bully4u.
Clerys To Reopen This Month
Clerys Department Store is reportedly set to open later this month. According to RTE, the retailer will open its doors on 21 November. In July, the firm was forced to cease trading after its premises was damaged in a storm. It is understood the building has now been fully restored.
Clerys Department Store is reportedly set to open later this month. According to RTE, the retailer will open its doors on 21 November. In July, the firm was forced to cease trading after its premises was damaged in a storm. It is understood the building has now been fully restored.
Man Injured In Dublin Shooting
A man has been injured following a shooting in north Dublin. It is understood the incident happened at Ferrycarrig Drive in Coolock on Thursday evening. The man, believed to be in his 20s, presented himself at Beaumont Hospital around 7pm. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
A man has been injured following a shooting in north Dublin. It is understood the incident happened at Ferrycarrig Drive in Coolock on Thursday evening. The man, believed to be in his 20s, presented himself at Beaumont Hospital around 7pm. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
Irish Ferries To Increase Dublin-Holyhead Route
Irish Ferries has said it is to increase its capacity and frequency on its Dublin to Holyhead route. From December 2013, it will introduce a third ship. The company currently operates eight sailings each day on the Irish Sea route using its Ulysses and the High Speed Craft Jonathan Swift.
Irish Ferries has said it is to increase its capacity and frequency on its Dublin to Holyhead route. From December 2013, it will introduce a third ship. The company currently operates eight sailings each day on the Irish Sea route using its Ulysses and the High Speed Craft Jonathan Swift.
Dublin's Mystery Woman Returns To Australia
Samantha Azzopardi, the 25-year-old found in a distressed state in Dublin last month is returning to her home in Australia. It is understood Ms Azzopardi requested to return home. Gardaí have said they are facilitating her request and officers will accompany her.
Samantha Azzopardi, the 25-year-old found in a distressed state in Dublin last month is returning to her home in Australia. It is understood Ms Azzopardi requested to return home. Gardaí have said they are facilitating her request and officers will accompany her.
Calls To Suspend Overhead Pylon Plans
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Michael Moynihan TD, has called for an independent mediator to be appointed to liaise between Eirgrid and the public in relation to genuine and serious concerns about overhead pylons.
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Michael Moynihan TD, has called for an independent mediator to be appointed to liaise between Eirgrid and the public in relation to genuine and serious concerns about overhead pylons.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 8 2012, 5,113 days ago
Man Re-Arrested Following Disappearance Of Aoife Phelan
A man has been arrested again in relation to the disappearance of Aoife Phelan in County Laois. It is believed the 24-year-old male is being questioned at Portlaoise Garda Station. Gardai discovered a female body yesterday during a search at a house on the Timahoe Road.
A man has been arrested again in relation to the disappearance of Aoife Phelan in County Laois. It is believed the 24-year-old male is being questioned at Portlaoise Garda Station. Gardai discovered a female body yesterday during a search at a house on the Timahoe Road.
Man And Woman Held Over Heroin Seizure
A male and female are being questioned after €20,000 worth of heroin was seized from their car in Cork in the early hours this morning. The Cork City Divisional Drugs Squad stopped the car near the Dunkettle roundabout at around 1am. The pair are believed to have been returning from Dublin.
A male and female are being questioned after €20,000 worth of heroin was seized from their car in Cork in the early hours this morning. The Cork City Divisional Drugs Squad stopped the car near the Dunkettle roundabout at around 1am. The pair are believed to have been returning from Dublin.
Increase In Number Of Mortgages Issued
The number of new mortgages issued in Q3 2012 represents an increase of 23.5% compared with the previous quarter and an increase of 10.4% compared with Q3 2011, according to The IBF/PwC Mortgage Market Profile. This is the first year-on-year increase since Q3 2006.
The number of new mortgages issued in Q3 2012 represents an increase of 23.5% compared with the previous quarter and an increase of 10.4% compared with Q3 2011, according to The IBF/PwC Mortgage Market Profile. This is the first year-on-year increase since Q3 2006.
Minister Condemns Publication Of Tenders For The Construction Of Housing Units
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Mr. Eamon Gilmore, T.D., has condemned the publication of tenders for the construction of 1,285 settlement housing units in occupied East Jerusalem and the West Bank by the Israeli authorities on 6th November.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Mr. Eamon Gilmore, T.D., has condemned the publication of tenders for the construction of 1,285 settlement housing units in occupied East Jerusalem and the West Bank by the Israeli authorities on 6th November.
Woman Arrested Following Cannabis Find
A woman has been arrested after a cannabis growhouse was discovered by gardai in County Carlow. The plants, believed to be worth approximately €250,000, were found during a planned search of a house yesterday. The woman, in her 40's, is being questioned at Carlow garda station.
A woman has been arrested after a cannabis growhouse was discovered by gardai in County Carlow. The plants, believed to be worth approximately €250,000, were found during a planned search of a house yesterday. The woman, in her 40's, is being questioned at Carlow garda station.
Number Of Students Staying At School Reaches Record High
Senator Mary Moran, Labour Seanad spokesperson on education, has today welcomed the report published by the Department of Education which shows that the number of students staying at school to complete their second level education is at the highest rate ever.
Senator Mary Moran, Labour Seanad spokesperson on education, has today welcomed the report published by the Department of Education which shows that the number of students staying at school to complete their second level education is at the highest rate ever.
Woman Shot In Leg In Cork
A woman is recovering in hospital after she was shot in the leg in Cork yesterday evening. An altercation occurred on the Kilmore Road in Knocknaheeny at around 6.30pm.
A woman is recovering in hospital after she was shot in the leg in Cork yesterday evening. An altercation occurred on the Kilmore Road in Knocknaheeny at around 6.30pm.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 8 2011, 5,479 days ago
Irish Police Officers Jailed For Assault
Two former Gardaí have been given prison sentences following an assault on a man in Waterford in 2010. Both have been jailed and a Gardaí sergeant given a suspended jail sentence following an incident in which officers assaulted a civilian during an arrest in Waterford last year.
Two former Gardaí have been given prison sentences following an assault on a man in Waterford in 2010. Both have been jailed and a Gardaí sergeant given a suspended jail sentence following an incident in which officers assaulted a civilian during an arrest in Waterford last year.
Top Civil Servants Lose Pension Perks
Ireland's top civil servants are to lose a number of pension perks, including severance pay arrangements, resulting in "substantial savings".
Ireland's top civil servants are to lose a number of pension perks, including severance pay arrangements, resulting in "substantial savings".
Customs Seize Cigarettes Worth €66,700
Officers from Revenue's Customs Service seized 156,780 cigarettes and €11,500 in cash at the weekend when they stopped and searched a number of passengers arriving from Moldova via Frankfurt.
Officers from Revenue's Customs Service seized 156,780 cigarettes and €11,500 in cash at the weekend when they stopped and searched a number of passengers arriving from Moldova via Frankfurt.
National Irish Bank Increase Mortgage Rate
The National Irish Bank is set to raise its mortgage interest rate by 1%. The variable mortgage interest rate will go up on Friday. The move is in opposition to last week's decision by the European Central Bank to reduce its key lending rate by 0.25%.
The National Irish Bank is set to raise its mortgage interest rate by 1%. The variable mortgage interest rate will go up on Friday. The move is in opposition to last week's decision by the European Central Bank to reduce its key lending rate by 0.25%.
Russian Trade Agreement For Ireland
The Tánaiste has announced he wrapped up his official visit to Russia on Tuesday with the signing of an agreement for trade and economic cooperation between Ireland and Russia.
The Tánaiste has announced he wrapped up his official visit to Russia on Tuesday with the signing of an agreement for trade and economic cooperation between Ireland and Russia.
DAA Welcomes New Dublin-Washington DC Route
United Airlines will operate a new daily direct Dublin-Washington DC service from next June. United will fly from Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport to Washington’s Dulles International Airport, which is one of its East Coast hubs, and to more than 80 onward connecting destinations.
United Airlines will operate a new daily direct Dublin-Washington DC service from next June. United will fly from Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport to Washington’s Dulles International Airport, which is one of its East Coast hubs, and to more than 80 onward connecting destinations.
Fianna Fail Welcome CF Inhaler
The Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson has welcomed the launch of a new hand-held inhaler designed for sufferers of cystic fibrosis.
The Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson has welcomed the launch of a new hand-held inhaler designed for sufferers of cystic fibrosis.
INOU Calls For No Further Social Welfare Cuts
The Irish National Organisation for the Unemployed (INOU) is calling on the Government not to slash social welfare any further in December’s budget.
The Irish National Organisation for the Unemployed (INOU) is calling on the Government not to slash social welfare any further in December’s budget.
Irish Set To Spend Most On Xmas
Irish households will spend more money this Christmas than any other European country, a survey has revealed. The research by business consultants Deloitte found the average household will splash out €943 on gifts, food and socialising this Christmas; that's 40% higher than the European average.
Irish households will spend more money this Christmas than any other European country, a survey has revealed. The research by business consultants Deloitte found the average household will splash out €943 on gifts, food and socialising this Christmas; that's 40% higher than the European average.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 8 2010, 5,844 days ago
Storm-Hit Roads 'Claimed Lives'
As high winds and rough seas battered the western coastline of Ireland last night a senior police officer has warned road users to exercise great care - and other officers have connected a double road fatality to the poor conditions.
As high winds and rough seas battered the western coastline of Ireland last night a senior police officer has warned road users to exercise great care - and other officers have connected a double road fatality to the poor conditions.
Brinks Boss Hands Over Cash
The latest 'tiger kidnapping' of a woman, whose husband is a senior executive with Brinks Allied, the cash-in-transit company, had seen the victim left gagged and tied up in a shed at the rear of a derelict house on Howth Road in Dublin.
The latest 'tiger kidnapping' of a woman, whose husband is a senior executive with Brinks Allied, the cash-in-transit company, had seen the victim left gagged and tied up in a shed at the rear of a derelict house on Howth Road in Dublin.
Dublin Airport's T2 To Be 'Phased In'
Airlines using the newly built Dublin Airport terminal T2 will begin transferring their services later this month - with travellers seeing big changes as the airport's spanking new multi-million euro passenger terminal is opened on a phased basis throughout the rest of November.
Airlines using the newly built Dublin Airport terminal T2 will begin transferring their services later this month - with travellers seeing big changes as the airport's spanking new multi-million euro passenger terminal is opened on a phased basis throughout the rest of November.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 8 2007, 6,940 days ago
'Slab' Murphy Bailed On Tax Fraud Charges
One of the border area's most high profile republicans has been in court today to face charges related to alleged tax fraud. Detectives from the Irish Republic's Criminal Assets Bureau arrested the alleged former IRA chief of staff Thomas "Slab" Murphy at his home.
One of the border area's most high profile republicans has been in court today to face charges related to alleged tax fraud. Detectives from the Irish Republic's Criminal Assets Bureau arrested the alleged former IRA chief of staff Thomas "Slab" Murphy at his home.
Republicans Shoot Derry Police Officer
An off-duty police officer who was seriously injured in a shooting in Londonderry this morning has managed to drive himself from the scene. The incident happened at about 8.30am at Bishop Street in the city. The officer was leaving one of his children off at school when the shooting occurred.
An off-duty police officer who was seriously injured in a shooting in Londonderry this morning has managed to drive himself from the scene. The incident happened at about 8.30am at Bishop Street in the city. The officer was leaving one of his children off at school when the shooting occurred.
Manslaughter Plea For Cavan Man
The killing of a 21-year-old woman last year has been recalled in court as a Co Cavan man pleaded not guilty to the woman's murder but guilty to her manslaughter. Brendan McGahern (aged 28) entered the plea this morning on the grounds of diminished responsibility.
The killing of a 21-year-old woman last year has been recalled in court as a Co Cavan man pleaded not guilty to the woman's murder but guilty to her manslaughter. Brendan McGahern (aged 28) entered the plea this morning on the grounds of diminished responsibility.
Radiology Row Rumbles On
TDs and Senators will today question the Health Service Executive chief executive, Professor Brendan Drumm. The meeting is taking place as the controversy over the misdiagnosis of breast cancer at the Midlands Regional Hospital in Portlaoise continues.
TDs and Senators will today question the Health Service Executive chief executive, Professor Brendan Drumm. The meeting is taking place as the controversy over the misdiagnosis of breast cancer at the Midlands Regional Hospital in Portlaoise continues.
Ryanair's Schoolgirl Advert Is Slammed
The use of a ‘schoolgirl’ model in advertising by budget airline, Ryanair has led to a reprimand by advertising chiefs.
The use of a ‘schoolgirl’ model in advertising by budget airline, Ryanair has led to a reprimand by advertising chiefs.
Cork Pensioner Killing Probe Details Withheld
While Gardaí in Cork are believed to be pursuing a number of theories as part of their investigation into the murder of pensioner Gussie Hornibrook earlier this week, the police are saying very little about how the 74-year-old died.
While Gardaí in Cork are believed to be pursuing a number of theories as part of their investigation into the murder of pensioner Gussie Hornibrook earlier this week, the police are saying very little about how the 74-year-old died.
Inflation Rise Setback
Just weeks in advance of the 2008 Budget being announced, Ireland's inflation rate has jumped back up to 4.8%.
Just weeks in advance of the 2008 Budget being announced, Ireland's inflation rate has jumped back up to 4.8%.
Budget For The Workers, Urges ICTU
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has called on Finance Minister Brian Cowen to ensure that his budget does not push up the cost of living for workers. In its pre-budget submission, the organisation urges Mr Cowen to make every effort to tackle inflation once and for all.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has called on Finance Minister Brian Cowen to ensure that his budget does not push up the cost of living for workers. In its pre-budget submission, the organisation urges Mr Cowen to make every effort to tackle inflation once and for all.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Any mist and fog quite slow to clear in the morning. Then a largely dry day with bright or sunny spells developing. The odd shower around the coast, mainly for counties Antrim and Down. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Variable cloud in the east with the odd coastal shower possible. Otherwise dry with clear spells allowing fog to form again overnight and perhaps the odd touch of rural frost. Minimum temperature 2 °C.