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Irish News on Fri, Oct 20 2017, 3,287 days ago
Weather Warnings Issued For Wind And Rain
A number of weather warnings have been issued as Storm Brian is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds. Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange wind warning for counties Mayo, Galway, Clare, Kerry, Cork, Waterford and Wexford.
A number of weather warnings have been issued as Storm Brian is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds. Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange wind warning for counties Mayo, Galway, Clare, Kerry, Cork, Waterford and Wexford.
Govt Urged To Secure Funding For Sexual Abuse And Violence Study
Labour has called on the government to ensure funding for a new Sexual Abuse and Violence Study.
Labour has called on the government to ensure funding for a new Sexual Abuse and Violence Study.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 20 2016, 3,652 days ago
Minister Coveney Announces Review Of Residential Rental Sector
A review of the Residential Rental Sector has been announced by the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney.
A review of the Residential Rental Sector has been announced by the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 20 2015, 4,018 days ago
Funding Secured For 260 New Garda Vehicles
More than €5m has been secured for An Garda Síochána to purchase 260 new vehicles. Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald announced the funding, with the new vehicles to be bought before the end of 2015.
More than €5m has been secured for An Garda Síochána to purchase 260 new vehicles. Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald announced the funding, with the new vehicles to be bought before the end of 2015.
Filming On Sceilg Mhichíl Had No Environmental Impact - Report Finds
A review of three days of filming carried out by Lucasfilm on Sceilg Mhichíl as part of the new Star Wars movie, has found that it had no adverse impact on the UNESCO World Heritage site.
A review of three days of filming carried out by Lucasfilm on Sceilg Mhichíl as part of the new Star Wars movie, has found that it had no adverse impact on the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Govt Make Central Bank Governor Recommendation
The government has recommended Professor Philip Lane be appointed as the next Governor of the Central Bank. Minister for Finance, Michael Noonan, has advised President Higgins to appoint Professor Lane when the current governor, Professor Patrick Honohan, retires later this year.
The government has recommended Professor Philip Lane be appointed as the next Governor of the Central Bank. Minister for Finance, Michael Noonan, has advised President Higgins to appoint Professor Lane when the current governor, Professor Patrick Honohan, retires later this year.
Renewed Appeal Over 2008 Murder
Gardaí have issued a new appeal for information on the 7th anniversary of the murder of Gavin McCarthy, who was shot and killed on Sunday 19 October, 2008. Mr McCarthy was standing outside a fast food outlet on Lower Sheriff Street at about 21:00 when he was approached by a man on a bicycle.
Gardaí have issued a new appeal for information on the 7th anniversary of the murder of Gavin McCarthy, who was shot and killed on Sunday 19 October, 2008. Mr McCarthy was standing outside a fast food outlet on Lower Sheriff Street at about 21:00 when he was approached by a man on a bicycle.
New Midlands Greenway Officially Opened
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has officially opened the new €4m Midlands Greenway. Fine Gael's Gabrielle McFadden described the new greenway as a "wonderful asset", that will open the region up to more visitors and boost local economies.
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has officially opened the new €4m Midlands Greenway. Fine Gael's Gabrielle McFadden described the new greenway as a "wonderful asset", that will open the region up to more visitors and boost local economies.
Appeal Issued Over Serious Road Accident
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses following a road traffic collision at Annesley Bridge Road, Dublin 3. A woman in her 20s was hit by a car at Annesley Bridge Road shortly before 06:45am on Monday. The woman remains in a serious condition in Beaumont Hospital.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses following a road traffic collision at Annesley Bridge Road, Dublin 3. A woman in her 20s was hit by a car at Annesley Bridge Road shortly before 06:45am on Monday. The woman remains in a serious condition in Beaumont Hospital.
Three Arrested Following Cocaine Find
Three men have been arrested in connection with a drugs seizure in Cobh, Co Cork. Revenue Customs officers and Garda Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau carried out a search of a premises in Cobh as part of an intelligence led operation.
Three men have been arrested in connection with a drugs seizure in Cobh, Co Cork. Revenue Customs officers and Garda Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau carried out a search of a premises in Cobh as part of an intelligence led operation.
Call For 'Fundamental Reappraisal' Of Treatment Of Travellers
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has called for a "fundamental reappraisal" of the way the Travelling community is treated in Irish society. Mr Adams made the call on the day of the funerals of the victims of the Carrickmines fire tragedy.
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has called for a "fundamental reappraisal" of the way the Travelling community is treated in Irish society. Mr Adams made the call on the day of the funerals of the victims of the Carrickmines fire tragedy.
Govt Accused Of Continuing To Betray Medical Card Holders - FF
The government has been accused of continuing to betray medical card holders in the wake of the Budget 2016 announcements.
The government has been accused of continuing to betray medical card holders in the wake of the Budget 2016 announcements.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 20 2014, 4,383 days ago
HSE Rules Out Ebola After Woman Undergoes Tests
The HSE has confirmed that Ebola has been ruled out after a woman underwent tests at a Dublin hospital following an Ebola scare. A woman was rushed to the Mater Hospital this morning with symptoms similar to Ebola.
The HSE has confirmed that Ebola has been ruled out after a woman underwent tests at a Dublin hospital following an Ebola scare. A woman was rushed to the Mater Hospital this morning with symptoms similar to Ebola.
Trucks Blockade Dublin Port
Truck drivers have created a blockade at Dublin Port in a protest over higher road tax in Ireland, and a newly introduced tax on lorries and trucks entering the UK.
Truck drivers have created a blockade at Dublin Port in a protest over higher road tax in Ireland, and a newly introduced tax on lorries and trucks entering the UK.
Randox Teoranta To Invest €25m In Its Dungloe Plant
Randox Teoranta has announced it is investing €25m in its Dungloe plant, with the potential of increasing jobs from 66 to 540 by 2020.
Randox Teoranta has announced it is investing €25m in its Dungloe plant, with the potential of increasing jobs from 66 to 540 by 2020.
Five SFI Research Centres To Be Established In Ireland
Government funding of €245 million is to be used to establish five new world-class SFI Research Centres in Ireland.
Government funding of €245 million is to be used to establish five new world-class SFI Research Centres in Ireland.
Irish Water 'Not FIt For Purpose'
Irish Water is "not fit for the purpose of serving the interests of ordinary citizens", Sinn Féin Mary Lou McDonald has said.
Irish Water is "not fit for the purpose of serving the interests of ordinary citizens", Sinn Féin Mary Lou McDonald has said.
Teenager Dies In Cork House Fire
A teenager has died in a house fire in Co Cork on Sunday. Emergency services were called to the Elmvale area at around 3pm. It is thought the 17-year-old male fell asleep after leaving the chip pan on. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A teenager has died in a house fire in Co Cork on Sunday. Emergency services were called to the Elmvale area at around 3pm. It is thought the 17-year-old male fell asleep after leaving the chip pan on. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man Dies In Motorcycle Accident In Dublin
A man, 38, has died in a road crash in Dublin city centre on Sunday night. The man's motorcycle collided with a bus on Constitution Hill at approximately 11.30pm. He was taken to Mater Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The road is now re-opened.
A man, 38, has died in a road crash in Dublin city centre on Sunday night. The man's motorcycle collided with a bus on Constitution Hill at approximately 11.30pm. He was taken to Mater Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The road is now re-opened.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 20 2011, 5,479 days ago
Ireland 'Making Progress' Under EU Bailout
It has been revealed that Ireland is 'on track' in terms of the savings and making repayments under the EU bailout scheme. The Government has successfully concluded its third successive quarterly programme review mission with the EU Commission, the ECB and the IMF.
It has been revealed that Ireland is 'on track' in terms of the savings and making repayments under the EU bailout scheme. The Government has successfully concluded its third successive quarterly programme review mission with the EU Commission, the ECB and the IMF.
Dana Tyre Damage 'Not Unusual'
Experts have said that the damaged tyre on the campaign car used by the Irish Republic's Presidential candiate Dana Rosemary Scallon was consistent with the car having been driven on a flat tyre.
Experts have said that the damaged tyre on the campaign car used by the Irish Republic's Presidential candiate Dana Rosemary Scallon was consistent with the car having been driven on a flat tyre.
Arson Charge Follows Fatal Boyle Blaze
A 33-year-old man has been charged in connection with a house fire in Roscommon that claimed the life of a five year-old girl. John Lynch with an address at Church View in Boyle was charged with committing arson at Termon Road in the town on 3 October.
A 33-year-old man has been charged in connection with a house fire in Roscommon that claimed the life of a five year-old girl. John Lynch with an address at Church View in Boyle was charged with committing arson at Termon Road in the town on 3 October.
Tragic Road Accidents Blight Irish Roads
A woman has been knocked down and killed in a road traffic accident in Ballymoney, Co Antrim. The police have confirmed that the victim was a female pedestrian, aged 56, and that she died after being struck by a vehicle on the Lislagan Road on Wednesday evening.
A woman has been knocked down and killed in a road traffic accident in Ballymoney, Co Antrim. The police have confirmed that the victim was a female pedestrian, aged 56, and that she died after being struck by a vehicle on the Lislagan Road on Wednesday evening.
Westlife Split - But Not Before One Last Tour
After 14 years Irish boy band Westlife will call it quits - but not before performing a farewell tour in summer 2012. The band announced their decision last night but said that it was "completely amicable" and that being in the band had been "a dream come true".
After 14 years Irish boy band Westlife will call it quits - but not before performing a farewell tour in summer 2012. The band announced their decision last night but said that it was "completely amicable" and that being in the band had been "a dream come true".
Irish News on Wed, Oct 20 2010, 5,844 days ago
Senator Furious At Harney 'No Show'
A Labour Senator has this morning described her fury at the failure of Health Minister Mary Harney to face Senator's questions on the health service.
A Labour Senator has this morning described her fury at the failure of Health Minister Mary Harney to face Senator's questions on the health service.
Avoca Man Was Struck By Car
A search for the driver of a jeep has been launched after it emerged that a vehicle struck the man killed in Avoca village.
A search for the driver of a jeep has been launched after it emerged that a vehicle struck the man killed in Avoca village.
Third Of Irish Births 'Outside Marriage'
It has been revealed that a third of Ireland's births were outside of wedlock, according to a statistical 'Yearbook', published today. The statistic appeared in The Statistical Yearbook of Ireland, which was published today, giving an overview of how Ireland has fared in 2010.
It has been revealed that a third of Ireland's births were outside of wedlock, according to a statistical 'Yearbook', published today. The statistic appeared in The Statistical Yearbook of Ireland, which was published today, giving an overview of how Ireland has fared in 2010.
Cuts Loom As €11bn Set For Chop
October 20 may come to be known as the 'Day of Cuts' as it is revealed €11 billion could be cut from the Irish budget, against a backdrop of major cuts being announced in the UK.
October 20 may come to be known as the 'Day of Cuts' as it is revealed €11 billion could be cut from the Irish budget, against a backdrop of major cuts being announced in the UK.
Arrested Business Man Taken To Hospital
A businessman who is being held over alleged offences of corruption, has been admitted into hospital.
A businessman who is being held over alleged offences of corruption, has been admitted into hospital.
Terror Policing Cash Sparks Division
There has been friction between the two main political parties at Stormont over a plea for extra money to fight the growing terrorist threat.
There has been friction between the two main political parties at Stormont over a plea for extra money to fight the growing terrorist threat.
Railways 'On Track' After Near Disaster
It was a bridge too far for the Irish railways when the collapse of a viaduct in the Republic of Ireland closed the main Dublin-Belfast track - and a major disaster was narrowly averted as a passenger train had just crossed the bridge when it fell into the sea.
It was a bridge too far for the Irish railways when the collapse of a viaduct in the Republic of Ireland closed the main Dublin-Belfast track - and a major disaster was narrowly averted as a passenger train had just crossed the bridge when it fell into the sea.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 20 2009, 6,209 days ago
Two Arrested In Organised Crime Probe
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the discovery of a firearm and ammunition in Dublin this morning. According to Gardaí, at 9.
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the discovery of a firearm and ammunition in Dublin this morning. According to Gardaí, at 9.
Swine Flu Vaccine 'Safe', Say Officials
Officials from the Department of Health have issued a reassurance that swine flu vaccine is safe, after concerns in Germany about a medicine, which has been ordered for use in Ireland.
Officials from the Department of Health have issued a reassurance that swine flu vaccine is safe, after concerns in Germany about a medicine, which has been ordered for use in Ireland.
Record Complaints Follow Gately Article
The British Press Complaints Commission has received a record number of complaints in connection with an article by a Daily Mail columnist about the late Irish singer Steven Gately.
The British Press Complaints Commission has received a record number of complaints in connection with an article by a Daily Mail columnist about the late Irish singer Steven Gately.
Paul Quinn Murder Anniversary Marked
Friends and family of a young south Armagh man brutally beaten to death by a gang of men armed with iron bars are to get together this week to commemorate his death.
Friends and family of a young south Armagh man brutally beaten to death by a gang of men armed with iron bars are to get together this week to commemorate his death.
Trappatoni Convicnced Over World Cup Prospects
The Republic of Ireland manager has expressed his conviction that Ireland can get a result against the troubled French squad in order to reach the World Cup finals.
The Republic of Ireland manager has expressed his conviction that Ireland can get a result against the troubled French squad in order to reach the World Cup finals.
Kidnapped GOAL Worker Returned To Family
GOAL worker Sharon Commins has be greeted by her family after arriving home shortly before midnight last night. Ms Commins landed in Casement Aerodrome in Baldonnel after being released from 107 days in captivity in Darfur along with her Ugandan colleague Hilda Kawuki.
GOAL worker Sharon Commins has be greeted by her family after arriving home shortly before midnight last night. Ms Commins landed in Casement Aerodrome in Baldonnel after being released from 107 days in captivity in Darfur along with her Ugandan colleague Hilda Kawuki.
Fresh Drink-Drive Plans To Be Revealed
Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey is to outline fresh plans to lower the drink-driving limit at a meeting of the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party this evening.
Minister for Transport Noel Dempsey is to outline fresh plans to lower the drink-driving limit at a meeting of the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party this evening.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 20 2008, 6,574 days ago
Dublin Shooting Victim Named As Police Appeal For Information
Gardaí are appealing for information after a man was shot dead in Dublin in what is thought to be a gang-related killing. The man, who was in his mid 20s, was shot in Dublin's north inner city on Sunday evening and has this afternoon been named as Gavin McCarthy, Oriel Street Lower, Dublin 1.
Gardaí are appealing for information after a man was shot dead in Dublin in what is thought to be a gang-related killing. The man, who was in his mid 20s, was shot in Dublin's north inner city on Sunday evening and has this afternoon been named as Gavin McCarthy, Oriel Street Lower, Dublin 1.
Harney Denies Threatening To Quit
The Health Minister, Mary Harney, has denied reports she threatened to resign over the medical card debacle. Reports on Monday claim Ms Harney threatened to walk out if the highly criticised plans to end the automatic medical-card entitlement from over-70s were scrapped.
The Health Minister, Mary Harney, has denied reports she threatened to resign over the medical card debacle. Reports on Monday claim Ms Harney threatened to walk out if the highly criticised plans to end the automatic medical-card entitlement from over-70s were scrapped.
Four Dead Within 24 Hours On Irish Roads
Two drivers have been killed on roads in the Irish Republic in the past 24 hours as well as two others in the North.
Two drivers have been killed on roads in the Irish Republic in the past 24 hours as well as two others in the North.
Cowen To Cave On Contentious Clauses
Speculation is mounting that the Taoiseach Brian Cowen is preparing a u-turn on some of the Budget's most controversial aspects. A major climb down on the withdrawal of the automatic medical card for over-70s was announced on Sunday following savage criticism.
Speculation is mounting that the Taoiseach Brian Cowen is preparing a u-turn on some of the Budget's most controversial aspects. A major climb down on the withdrawal of the automatic medical card for over-70s was announced on Sunday following savage criticism.
Adams Slams Budget As Anti-Republican
The Sinn Féin President has attacked the Irish Government over its recent Budget, branding it "anti-republican".
The Sinn Féin President has attacked the Irish Government over its recent Budget, branding it "anti-republican".
Woman Takes Command Of Irish Ship For First Time
For the first time in history, a woman is to command an Irish Naval Ship. From next month, Lieutenant Commander Roberta O'Brien - who is in her early 30s - will take command of the LE Aisling, one of eight ships of the service's flotilla.
For the first time in history, a woman is to command an Irish Naval Ship. From next month, Lieutenant Commander Roberta O'Brien - who is in her early 30s - will take command of the LE Aisling, one of eight ships of the service's flotilla.
Drivers Warned Of Gale Force Winds
The Irish Roads Authority (RSA) has issued a warning to drivers as major gales whip through the country. The RSA said drivers should be wary of high-sided vehicles veering across the road, and falling debris.
The Irish Roads Authority (RSA) has issued a warning to drivers as major gales whip through the country. The RSA said drivers should be wary of high-sided vehicles veering across the road, and falling debris.
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Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Mostly dry through the evening with some clear spells, chance of the odd light shower in the southeast. Remaining mainly dry with some clear spells overnight. A milder night. Minimum temperature 6 °C.