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Irish News on Thu, Mar 7 2019, 2,557 days ago
Appeal Issued For Information On West Dublin Shooting
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a shooting incident in west Dublin on Wednesday, 06 March. A 24-year-old man suffered serious injuries when he was shot a number times while stopped in traffic at the junction of Blakestown road and Huntstown Way at about 5pm.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a shooting incident in west Dublin on Wednesday, 06 March. A 24-year-old man suffered serious injuries when he was shot a number times while stopped in traffic at the junction of Blakestown road and Huntstown Way at about 5pm.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 7 2018, 2,922 days ago
Carrickmacross Kerry Flood Plant Workers Stage 24-Hour Strike
Workers at a Kerry Foods plant in Co Monaghan have staged strike action in protest at an attempt to make 31 workers redundant without agreement. A 24-hour work stoppage took place at the factory from 7.30am in Carrickmacross on Tuesday, 06 March.
Workers at a Kerry Foods plant in Co Monaghan have staged strike action in protest at an attempt to make 31 workers redundant without agreement. A 24-hour work stoppage took place at the factory from 7.30am in Carrickmacross on Tuesday, 06 March.
New Bill Approved For Stricter Penalties Against Repeat Sexual Offenders
The Government has approved the drafting and publication of the General Scheme of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2018.
The Government has approved the drafting and publication of the General Scheme of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2018.
FF Calls On Minister Creed To Approve Funding For Farmers
Fianna Fáil has called on Agriculture Minister Michael Creed to approve funding to help farmers recover from the recent cold weather.
Fianna Fáil has called on Agriculture Minister Michael Creed to approve funding to help farmers recover from the recent cold weather.
Irish News on Tue, Mar 7 2017, 3,287 days ago
Serious Concerns Raised Over Post Office Closures
Serious concerns have been raised following reports that 80 post office branches could close across rural Ireland. Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson for Communications Brian Stanley said Ireland needs to reinvigorate the network of post offices by extending the services which post offices provide.
Serious concerns have been raised following reports that 80 post office branches could close across rural Ireland. Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson for Communications Brian Stanley said Ireland needs to reinvigorate the network of post offices by extending the services which post offices provide.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 7 2016, 3,652 days ago
Death Of Baby In Kerry 'Suspicious' – Gardaí
Gardaí are treating the death of a baby boy at an apartment in Co Kerry as suspicious. It is understood the 11-month-old baby was found at the property by his mother who had returned home after being at work.
Gardaí are treating the death of a baby boy at an apartment in Co Kerry as suspicious. It is understood the 11-month-old baby was found at the property by his mother who had returned home after being at work.
Woman Killed In Fatal Car Crash In Co Limerick
Gardai are appealing for witnesses to a fatal car crash in Co Limerick. The incident happened around 11:30pm at the Applegreen service station at Coolanoran, Rathkeale on 05 March. The driver of the car, a woman in her late 30s, was fatally injured in the single-car crash.
Gardai are appealing for witnesses to a fatal car crash in Co Limerick. The incident happened around 11:30pm at the Applegreen service station at Coolanoran, Rathkeale on 05 March. The driver of the car, a woman in her late 30s, was fatally injured in the single-car crash.
Man Dies Following Assault In Dublin
A man, believed to be in his late 50s, has died following a serious assault in Dublin. The victim was injured in an incident that occurred on Harold's Cross Road area of Dublin at around 4am on Saturday, 05 March.
A man, believed to be in his late 50s, has died following a serious assault in Dublin. The victim was injured in an incident that occurred on Harold's Cross Road area of Dublin at around 4am on Saturday, 05 March.
Strike Action At Cadbury's Plant In Dublin Suspended
Strike action has been suspended at the Cadbury's plant in Coolock, Dublin. Members of unions Siptu and Unite suspended the action to facilitate talks and a ballot on proposals aimed at resolving the dispute concerning outsourcing at the company.
Strike action has been suspended at the Cadbury's plant in Coolock, Dublin. Members of unions Siptu and Unite suspended the action to facilitate talks and a ballot on proposals aimed at resolving the dispute concerning outsourcing at the company.
Oral Hearing Into Proposed North-South Interconnector Opens
An oral hearing into the proposed North-South interconnector opens today, Monday, 07 March. An Bord Pleanála has convened the hearing, in the Nuremore Hotel in Monaghan, which is expected to last 12 weeks.
An oral hearing into the proposed North-South interconnector opens today, Monday, 07 March. An Bord Pleanála has convened the hearing, in the Nuremore Hotel in Monaghan, which is expected to last 12 weeks.
Concerns Raised Over Budget Allocation For Tullamore Hospital
Revelations that Tullamore Hospital's budget allocation for 2016 will be 'inadequate' to meet its demands has been met with alarm by Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen. Deputy Cown said that while the allocated €84.5 million is a "small increase" on the original budget in 2015, it is €2.
Revelations that Tullamore Hospital's budget allocation for 2016 will be 'inadequate' to meet its demands has been met with alarm by Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen. Deputy Cown said that while the allocated €84.5 million is a "small increase" on the original budget in 2015, it is €2.
Supreme Court Judge Adrian Hardiman Dies
Supreme Court judge Adrian Hardiman has died suddenly at his home in Dublin. Taoiseach Enda Kenny said he was shocked to hear the news of his death. He said: "Adrian had a long and illustrious legal career and was one of the great minds of our time.
Supreme Court judge Adrian Hardiman has died suddenly at his home in Dublin. Taoiseach Enda Kenny said he was shocked to hear the news of his death. He said: "Adrian had a long and illustrious legal career and was one of the great minds of our time.
Irish News on Fri, Mar 7 2014, 4,383 days ago
DAA Seeks Injunction Against SIPTU
Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) has been granted leave by the High Court to seek an injunction against the union, SIPTU, from taking industrial action at Dublin and Cork airports next Friday. In a statement, DAA said it had "no choice but to take this step".
Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) has been granted leave by the High Court to seek an injunction against the union, SIPTU, from taking industrial action at Dublin and Cork airports next Friday. In a statement, DAA said it had "no choice but to take this step".
Man Dies After Being Attacked In Dundalk
A man who was attacked in a pub in Dundalk last weekend has died. Laurence Michael McGeown, 60, was assaulted on Friday night. Mr McGeown died at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. He had been on a life support machine. A man is currently being questioned by Garda about the incident.
A man who was attacked in a pub in Dundalk last weekend has died. Laurence Michael McGeown, 60, was assaulted on Friday night. Mr McGeown died at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. He had been on a life support machine. A man is currently being questioned by Garda about the incident.
Council Threatens To Pay Less For Clamping Services If Targets Are Not Met
Dublin Bay North Labour TD Sean Kenny, a member of the Oireachtas Committee on Transport, has commented on news reports that Dublin City Council has threatened to pay less for their clamping services if revenue targets are not met.
Dublin Bay North Labour TD Sean Kenny, a member of the Oireachtas Committee on Transport, has commented on news reports that Dublin City Council has threatened to pay less for their clamping services if revenue targets are not met.
Union Requests Urgent Meeting With Bristol-Myers Squibb Management
SIPTU has requested an urgent meeting with the management of Bristol-Myers Squibb following an announcement that the pharmaceutical company is seeking 30 redundancies at its manufacturing plant in Swords, Co Dublin.
SIPTU has requested an urgent meeting with the management of Bristol-Myers Squibb following an announcement that the pharmaceutical company is seeking 30 redundancies at its manufacturing plant in Swords, Co Dublin.
EPP Congress Illustrates Benefits Of Electing A Strong Team
Fine Gael Wicklow TD and Candidate for Ireland South, Simon Harris, has said that the EPP Congress, which is being held in Dublin, illustrates the benefit of electing a strong team of Fine Gael MEPs to the largest political grouping in the European Parliament.
Fine Gael Wicklow TD and Candidate for Ireland South, Simon Harris, has said that the EPP Congress, which is being held in Dublin, illustrates the benefit of electing a strong team of Fine Gael MEPs to the largest political grouping in the European Parliament.
Scorecard Of Firms Involved In PPI Mis-Selling Should Be Published - McGrath
The Central Bank should immediately publish the scorecard of the 11 firms involved in the mis-selling of payment protection insurance policies (PPI), according to Fianna Fáil's Finance Spokesperson.
The Central Bank should immediately publish the scorecard of the 11 firms involved in the mis-selling of payment protection insurance policies (PPI), according to Fianna Fáil's Finance Spokesperson.
Irish News on Thu, Mar 7 2013, 4,748 days ago
National Campaign Launches To Oppose New Croke Park Agreement
Four trade unions have launched a joint national campaign to seek a no vote to the proposals for a new Croke Park agreement.
Four trade unions have launched a joint national campaign to seek a no vote to the proposals for a new Croke Park agreement.
Dublin Airport's Main Runway Remains Closed After Incident
Dublin airport's main runway is still closed after the nose-wheel of a small plane collapsed. The incident occurred at around 8.40am. The crew on-board the Metroliner craft were not injured in the incident and the plane has not been removed from the runway.
Dublin airport's main runway is still closed after the nose-wheel of a small plane collapsed. The incident occurred at around 8.40am. The crew on-board the Metroliner craft were not injured in the incident and the plane has not been removed from the runway.
Five Held Over Fatal Shooting
Five men are to be questioned by garda in connection with a fatal shooting in Co Meath yesterday. Peter Butterly from Dunleer was shot dead as he sat in a car outside the Huntsman Inn bar at around 2.30pm. The father of three is believed to have had links to dissident republican activity.
Five men are to be questioned by garda in connection with a fatal shooting in Co Meath yesterday. Peter Butterly from Dunleer was shot dead as he sat in a car outside the Huntsman Inn bar at around 2.30pm. The father of three is believed to have had links to dissident republican activity.
Deaths Of Father And Daughter A 'Tragic Accident'
Gardai have reported that they are treating the deaths of a father and daughter as a 'tragic accident'. Their bodies were recovered from the sea in west Cork close to their home, following an extensive search on Wednesday.
Gardai have reported that they are treating the deaths of a father and daughter as a 'tragic accident'. Their bodies were recovered from the sea in west Cork close to their home, following an extensive search on Wednesday.
Nicky Byrne Selected As Grand Marshal Of St. Patrick's Parade
Westlife member Nicky Byrne has been selected as Grand Marshal of the 2013 St. Patrick's Festival Parade.
Westlife member Nicky Byrne has been selected as Grand Marshal of the 2013 St. Patrick's Festival Parade.
Concerns Over The Future Of The Sunday Business Post
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) is to seek an urgent meeting with the new owners of the Irish Examiner to clarify the implications for employment at TCH companies about restructuring proposals announced.
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) is to seek an urgent meeting with the new owners of the Irish Examiner to clarify the implications for employment at TCH companies about restructuring proposals announced.
Call For Urgent Response To 280 Job Losses
The Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs Dara Calleary has called for an urgent response from Minister Richard Bruton to the closure of a major pharmaceutical plant in Rathdrum Co Wicklow.
The Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs Dara Calleary has called for an urgent response from Minister Richard Bruton to the closure of a major pharmaceutical plant in Rathdrum Co Wicklow.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 7 2012, 5,113 days ago
Planning Permission Refused For Slane Bypass
An Bord Pleanála has refused planning permission for the Slane bypass in County Meath. The agency turned down the planned bridge and roads around the village because it was located too near to the World Heritage Site at Brú na Bóinne and Newgrange.
An Bord Pleanála has refused planning permission for the Slane bypass in County Meath. The agency turned down the planned bridge and roads around the village because it was located too near to the World Heritage Site at Brú na Bóinne and Newgrange.
Major Fracking Concerns Remain Unanswered - IFA
The Irish Farmers Association's Environment and Rural Affairs Chairman Harold Kingston has expressed farmer’s concerns regarding the failure of Leitrim County Council, Tamboran Resources and several state agencies to adequately address farmers concerns in the Lough Allen Basin, who may be affected
The Irish Farmers Association's Environment and Rural Affairs Chairman Harold Kingston has expressed farmer’s concerns regarding the failure of Leitrim County Council, Tamboran Resources and several state agencies to adequately address farmers concerns in the Lough Allen Basin, who may be affected
Ireland To Sign Rights Protocol
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore and Justice Minister Alan Shatter has announced that Ireland will sign, subject to ratification, the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore and Justice Minister Alan Shatter has announced that Ireland will sign, subject to ratification, the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Taoiseach To Meet President Obama In The White House
The Government has announced that its message around the world for St. Patrick’s Day will be "Now is the time to invest in Ireland’s recovery". Announcing this year’s programme, the Taoiseach said: "The Government will use the unique global opportunity of St.
The Government has announced that its message around the world for St. Patrick’s Day will be "Now is the time to invest in Ireland’s recovery". Announcing this year’s programme, the Taoiseach said: "The Government will use the unique global opportunity of St.
Hayes Continues 'Free Day' For Historic Properties
Free days to visit historic properties and national monuments are set to continue in 2012.
Free days to visit historic properties and national monuments are set to continue in 2012.
Man Charged Over Murdered Pensioner
A 29-year-old man has been charged with the murder of pensioner Edward Boylan in Dublin in January this year. Mr Boylan, 74, was attacked and stabbed at his home in Ravensdale Close, Kimmage. Fire fighters were called to a blaze at his home when his body was discovered.
A 29-year-old man has been charged with the murder of pensioner Edward Boylan in Dublin in January this year. Mr Boylan, 74, was attacked and stabbed at his home in Ravensdale Close, Kimmage. Fire fighters were called to a blaze at his home when his body was discovered.
Two Killed In Kildare Shooting
Two men have been killed in a shooting incident in Kilcock, County Kildare, last night. Two others have also been injured during the attack at a house in the Rochford housing estate in Kilcock village. They remain in the Tallaght and Mater Hospitals.
Two men have been killed in a shooting incident in Kilcock, County Kildare, last night. Two others have also been injured during the attack at a house in the Rochford housing estate in Kilcock village. They remain in the Tallaght and Mater Hospitals.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 7 2011, 5,479 days ago
FG And Labour Form 'Gov for National Recovery'
Members of the Irish Labour Party have voted in favour of forming a coalition government for the Irish Republic with Fine Gael over the weekend.
Members of the Irish Labour Party have voted in favour of forming a coalition government for the Irish Republic with Fine Gael over the weekend.
Papal Visit Expected In 2012
Ireland has been selected as the destination for the 50th International Eucharistic Congress, paving the way for a Papal visit next year.
Ireland has been selected as the destination for the 50th International Eucharistic Congress, paving the way for a Papal visit next year.
Queen's Republic Visit Welcomed
DUP Leader and the North's First Minister Peter Robinson, has welcomed the announcement that Her Majesty The Queen is to visit the Republic of Ireland.
DUP Leader and the North's First Minister Peter Robinson, has welcomed the announcement that Her Majesty The Queen is to visit the Republic of Ireland.
Two Killed In Separate Crashes
Two men, both in their 30s, have been killed in separate road crashes over the weekend. In the most recent incident, a 30-year-old male was fatally injured when the car he was a front seat passenger in collided with a second vehicle.
Two men, both in their 30s, have been killed in separate road crashes over the weekend. In the most recent incident, a 30-year-old male was fatally injured when the car he was a front seat passenger in collided with a second vehicle.
Abolition Looms For Troubled Horse Fair
The Smithfield Horse Fair in Dublin is likely to be abolished after a shooting incident at the event, which left two people injured.
The Smithfield Horse Fair in Dublin is likely to be abolished after a shooting incident at the event, which left two people injured.
Woman Raped As Her Kids Look On
There has been united condemnation of a shocking sex assault that has left a rural community disgusted. The SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Dominic Bradley has said the community is shocked and disgusted following the rape of a woman in front of her children in the Bessbrook area of his constituency.
There has been united condemnation of a shocking sex assault that has left a rural community disgusted. The SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Dominic Bradley has said the community is shocked and disgusted following the rape of a woman in front of her children in the Bessbrook area of his constituency.
Irish Petrol Prices Over €1.50 Per Litre
Irish petrol prices are now over €1.50 per litre and are expected to rise further as disruption in world oil supplying countries continues. Prices as high as €1.52 in south Dublin were reported on this Monday's Morning Ireland programme, with most pumps experiencing a two cent increase to €1.519.
Irish petrol prices are now over €1.50 per litre and are expected to rise further as disruption in world oil supplying countries continues. Prices as high as €1.52 in south Dublin were reported on this Monday's Morning Ireland programme, with most pumps experiencing a two cent increase to €1.519.
Sappers' Murders Commemorated
As suspected Northern republican dissidents prepare to stand trial for the murders, a service of commemoration was held today to mark the second anniversary of the shock murder of two soldiers at Massereene barracks in Antrim.
As suspected Northern republican dissidents prepare to stand trial for the murders, a service of commemoration was held today to mark the second anniversary of the shock murder of two soldiers at Massereene barracks in Antrim.
Monaghan Is Drilling For Gold
An exploration company has started drilling at its Clontibret gold prospect in County Monaghan. Conroy Diamonds & Gold said the decision follows a study completed by Wardrop Engineering, which produced positive results on both technical and financial grounds.
An exploration company has started drilling at its Clontibret gold prospect in County Monaghan. Conroy Diamonds & Gold said the decision follows a study completed by Wardrop Engineering, which produced positive results on both technical and financial grounds.
Irish News on Fri, Mar 7 2008, 6,574 days ago
Gun Recovered In Dublin Murder Case
A gun has been discovered by Gardaí as part of the investigation into the murder of a 29-year-old man in Dublin. The man was shot dead by a gunman who entered a house in Castlelyon Drive in the Newcastle area of the city shortly before 10.30pm on Thursday night.
A gun has been discovered by Gardaí as part of the investigation into the murder of a 29-year-old man in Dublin. The man was shot dead by a gunman who entered a house in Castlelyon Drive in the Newcastle area of the city shortly before 10.30pm on Thursday night.
Funeral For Missing Dublin Teacher
The funeral of a Dublin woman who went missing on New Years Eve will take place tomorrow. Rosanne Kenny, a special needs teacher from Kilmacud, Dublin, disappeared after going for a drive on December 31 while on holiday with her husband Ralph Burke and brother Tommy Kenny in Co Galway.
The funeral of a Dublin woman who went missing on New Years Eve will take place tomorrow. Rosanne Kenny, a special needs teacher from Kilmacud, Dublin, disappeared after going for a drive on December 31 while on holiday with her husband Ralph Burke and brother Tommy Kenny in Co Galway.
Man Jailed For Running Brothel
A Dublin man has been sentenced to three years in prison after being convicted of running a brothel in the city. 44-year-old Martin Morgan was also hit with a €24,000 fine.
A Dublin man has been sentenced to three years in prison after being convicted of running a brothel in the city. 44-year-old Martin Morgan was also hit with a €24,000 fine.
€250m Resort Planned For Wicklow
Property developer Lalco has been given the green light by Wicklow County Council for a €250m development at the 450-acre Humewood House Castle - the former Co Wicklow home of Galen Weston and former president Sean T O'Kelly.
Property developer Lalco has been given the green light by Wicklow County Council for a €250m development at the 450-acre Humewood House Castle - the former Co Wicklow home of Galen Weston and former president Sean T O'Kelly.
Pensioner Dies After Co Tipperary Collision
An elderly man has died last night following a collision on the N7 at Carrigatogher near Nenagh in County Tipperary. The man, who was in his 70s, had been walking along the road at around 7pm on Thursday when he was hit by a car. He died at the scene.
An elderly man has died last night following a collision on the N7 at Carrigatogher near Nenagh in County Tipperary. The man, who was in his 70s, had been walking along the road at around 7pm on Thursday when he was hit by a car. He died at the scene.
Second Chemical Spill At Cork Plant
Fire fighters have been called to an industrial estate in County Cork following a chemical spill. The explosion, which happened at the Corden Pharmachem plant in Little Island, Co Cork, was the second incident at the plant this week. A chemical spill had occurred in a drum storage area on Sunday.
Fire fighters have been called to an industrial estate in County Cork following a chemical spill. The explosion, which happened at the Corden Pharmachem plant in Little Island, Co Cork, was the second incident at the plant this week. A chemical spill had occurred in a drum storage area on Sunday.
Gilmore Calls For Cabinet Dismissals
The leader of the Irish Labour Party leader has called for the dismissal of either Micheál Martin or Mary Harney from the cabinet.
The leader of the Irish Labour Party leader has called for the dismissal of either Micheál Martin or Mary Harney from the cabinet.
Brady Named As New Republic Assistant
Liam Brady has agreed a two-year deal to become an assistant to new Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni. Former Irish midfielder Brady played under Trapattoni at Italian giants Juventus during the 1980's.
Liam Brady has agreed a two-year deal to become an assistant to new Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni. Former Irish midfielder Brady played under Trapattoni at Italian giants Juventus during the 1980's.
Waterford Streets Closed After Fire
Several streets in the city centre of Waterford remain closed this morning, following a fire that raged in the area on Thursday evening. Around 50 fire fighters from Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny worked together to bring the blaze under control.
Several streets in the city centre of Waterford remain closed this morning, following a fire that raged in the area on Thursday evening. Around 50 fire fighters from Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny worked together to bring the blaze under control.
N11 Opens After €34m Upgrade
The N11 in Co Wicklow officially opens today after a €34m upgrade. The Kilpedder interchange should cut the number of cars in Delgany by up to a quarter, substantially easing traffic congestion in the village.
The N11 in Co Wicklow officially opens today after a €34m upgrade. The Kilpedder interchange should cut the number of cars in Delgany by up to a quarter, substantially easing traffic congestion in the village.
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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.