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Irish News on Thu, Aug 29 2019, 2,557 days ago
Arrest As Guns Seized In Co Monaghan
Gardaí have arrested one man and seized four firearms in Co Monaghan. The Roads Policing Unit discovered the guns when a vehicle was stopped during speed checks on the N2.
Gardaí have arrested one man and seized four firearms in Co Monaghan. The Roads Policing Unit discovered the guns when a vehicle was stopped during speed checks on the N2.
Mortgage Approval Rates Reach An Eight-Year High
The number of potential home owners being approved for a mortgage has hit an eight-year high. A total of 5,129 mortgages, valued at €1,162 billion, were given the go ahead last month, marking the first time the figure has exceeded €1bn since 2011. Over half (51.
The number of potential home owners being approved for a mortgage has hit an eight-year high. A total of 5,129 mortgages, valued at €1,162 billion, were given the go ahead last month, marking the first time the figure has exceeded €1bn since 2011. Over half (51.
Over 40,000 Drivers Told 'No Excuse' For Not Sitting Test
The Roads Safety Authority (RSA) has called on long-term learner permit holders to sit their driving test without delay. There are 41,316 people on their fourth or subsequent learner permit for a car or B category licence and of these people, 8,663 are on their tenth or successive learner permit.
The Roads Safety Authority (RSA) has called on long-term learner permit holders to sit their driving test without delay. There are 41,316 people on their fourth or subsequent learner permit for a car or B category licence and of these people, 8,663 are on their tenth or successive learner permit.
Galway Collision Leaves Motorcyclist Seriously Injured
A man in his 20's has been left with serious injuries after his motorcycle collided with a car. The incident occurred in Oranmore at around 5pm on Wednesday afternoon, 28 August. The motorcyclist was taken to University Hospital Galway, while no other serious injuries were reported.
A man in his 20's has been left with serious injuries after his motorcycle collided with a car. The incident occurred in Oranmore at around 5pm on Wednesday afternoon, 28 August. The motorcyclist was taken to University Hospital Galway, while no other serious injuries were reported.
Plans Revealed To Reduce Harmful Industry Emissions
The government has outlined a strategy to reduce harmful emissions created as a result of industry operations.
The government has outlined a strategy to reduce harmful emissions created as a result of industry operations.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 29 2018, 2,922 days ago
Scally Report Must Be Published 'As Promised'
The Labour Party has said that the Scally Report in Cervical Check must be published this Friday as promised, as "too many deadlines have been missed".
The Labour Party has said that the Scally Report in Cervical Check must be published this Friday as promised, as "too many deadlines have been missed".
Irish News on Tue, Aug 29 2017, 3,287 days ago
Garda Injured In Operation To Stop Hijacked Taxi
A garda officer is being treated in hospital after being injured during an incident involving a hijacked taxi. Gardaí received reports that a taxi had been hijacked on the Balbriggan Road at about 2.30am this morning, Tuesday 29 August. The Toyota Avensis was spotted a short time later on the M50.
A garda officer is being treated in hospital after being injured during an incident involving a hijacked taxi. Gardaí received reports that a taxi had been hijacked on the Balbriggan Road at about 2.30am this morning, Tuesday 29 August. The Toyota Avensis was spotted a short time later on the M50.
Overseas Visitors To Ireland Continue To Grow
The latest official data on overseas travel from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) has shown an increase of 3.
The latest official data on overseas travel from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) has shown an increase of 3.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 29 2014, 4,383 days ago
Woman Dies Following Road Accident
An elderly woman has died following a road traffic incident in Dublin. The victim, who was 75, was struck by a marked garda patrol car shortly before 11.30am on Thursday. The accident happened on the Fonthill Road in Clondalkin.
An elderly woman has died following a road traffic incident in Dublin. The victim, who was 75, was struck by a marked garda patrol car shortly before 11.30am on Thursday. The accident happened on the Fonthill Road in Clondalkin.
'Dangerous' Equipment Stolen In Dundalk
Gardaí have issued a warning after "dangerous" equipment was stolen from a van in Co Louth earlier this week. It is understood a "handheld x-ray fluorescent metal analyser" was taken from a van that was at the Crowne Plaza Hotel car park in Dundalk.
Gardaí have issued a warning after "dangerous" equipment was stolen from a van in Co Louth earlier this week. It is understood a "handheld x-ray fluorescent metal analyser" was taken from a van that was at the Crowne Plaza Hotel car park in Dundalk.
Missing Irish Student Found Safe In Poland
An Irish student who has been missing since Wednesday has been found. Aidan Lynch, 20, from Rochestown in Co Cork was found this morning. He had been on holidays in Krakow, Poland, with a group of nine people at the time. The alert was raised after Aidan did not make the flight home.
An Irish student who has been missing since Wednesday has been found. Aidan Lynch, 20, from Rochestown in Co Cork was found this morning. He had been on holidays in Krakow, Poland, with a group of nine people at the time. The alert was raised after Aidan did not make the flight home.
Man Injured In Shooting In Bray, Co Wicklow
Gardaí have launched an investigation after a man was shot in Bray, Co Wicklow, on Thursday evening. The man, believed to be in his 20s, is currently being treated at St Vincent's Hospital in Dublin. He is believed to have been shot in the People's Park in Bray at around 5.30pm.
Gardaí have launched an investigation after a man was shot in Bray, Co Wicklow, on Thursday evening. The man, believed to be in his 20s, is currently being treated at St Vincent's Hospital in Dublin. He is believed to have been shot in the People's Park in Bray at around 5.30pm.
Energy Firm To Create 46 New Jobs In Tipperary
Irish energy provider, Pinergy, is to create over 40 new jobs in Tipperary. Pinergy's Chief Executive Enda Gunnell told Newstalk that the 46 new jobs will be in sales, telesales and business development. Pinergy plans to expand its services across Tipperary and Limerick.
Irish energy provider, Pinergy, is to create over 40 new jobs in Tipperary. Pinergy's Chief Executive Enda Gunnell told Newstalk that the 46 new jobs will be in sales, telesales and business development. Pinergy plans to expand its services across Tipperary and Limerick.
Over Three Million Irish Adults Regularly Read Newspapers - JNRS
Over four in five adults in Ireland read newspapers regularly, according to the Joint National Readership Survey (JNRS) 2013/2014. Over 3 million adults in Ireland regularly read newspapers in print or online. The report found that print remains the dominant medium for newspaper content, with 2.
Over four in five adults in Ireland read newspapers regularly, according to the Joint National Readership Survey (JNRS) 2013/2014. Over 3 million adults in Ireland regularly read newspapers in print or online. The report found that print remains the dominant medium for newspaper content, with 2.
Calls To Consider Cavan For Housing Development
Joe O'Reilly, Fine Gael TD for Cavan/Monaghan, has said that Cavan should be considered as a potential location for housing development. In a statement, he explained: "Cavan is a prime location for additional housing and is ready to absorb increased population.
Joe O'Reilly, Fine Gael TD for Cavan/Monaghan, has said that Cavan should be considered as a potential location for housing development. In a statement, he explained: "Cavan is a prime location for additional housing and is ready to absorb increased population.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 29 2013, 4,748 days ago
Turkish Trial Of Irish Women's Murder Adjourned
The trial of two men accused of murdering two Irish tourists in Turkey has been adjourned until 9 September.
The trial of two men accused of murdering two Irish tourists in Turkey has been adjourned until 9 September.
New Cancer Treatment Initiative Announced
The Irish Cancer Society are to announce a new five-year €7.5m cancer research collaboration, in an effort to find better ways of treating the disease.
The Irish Cancer Society are to announce a new five-year €7.5m cancer research collaboration, in an effort to find better ways of treating the disease.
Shooting Victim Arrested As Suspected Shooter
A man with a gunshot wound, who was found near another gunshot victim, has been arrested as the suspected shooter. A 31-year-old man has been arrested by gardaí as he left Beaumont Hospital where he had been receiving treatment for a gunshot wound to his leg.
A man with a gunshot wound, who was found near another gunshot victim, has been arrested as the suspected shooter. A 31-year-old man has been arrested by gardaí as he left Beaumont Hospital where he had been receiving treatment for a gunshot wound to his leg.
Garda Figures Reveal 10-Year Total Of Missing People
According to new gardaí statistics, 6,661 reports of missing children were investigated in Ireland in 2012, working out as 18 cases every day. In the last decade, there has been a 141% increase in the number of missing child investigations, totalling some 51,193 reports.
According to new gardaí statistics, 6,661 reports of missing children were investigated in Ireland in 2012, working out as 18 cases every day. In the last decade, there has been a 141% increase in the number of missing child investigations, totalling some 51,193 reports.
Motorcyclist Dies Following Co Wicklow Road Crash
A man has died in Co Wicklow when his motorcycle was involved in a road crash in Blessington at around 18:35 on Wednesday evening. The motorcyclist collided with a car at Crosscool Harbour, suffering serious injuries. He was taken to Naas General Hospital, where he died a short time later.
A man has died in Co Wicklow when his motorcycle was involved in a road crash in Blessington at around 18:35 on Wednesday evening. The motorcyclist collided with a car at Crosscool Harbour, suffering serious injuries. He was taken to Naas General Hospital, where he died a short time later.
Teenager Recused After Hitting Rocks While Cliff Diving
A 19-year-old woman is being treated at Castlebar Hospital after hitting rocks while cliff diving in Co Mayo. It is understood that the teenager and another 20-year-old woman, thought to be her sister, were diving at Old Head near Louisburgh when she hit rocks during a dive.
A 19-year-old woman is being treated at Castlebar Hospital after hitting rocks while cliff diving in Co Mayo. It is understood that the teenager and another 20-year-old woman, thought to be her sister, were diving at Old Head near Louisburgh when she hit rocks during a dive.
Council Staff To Undergo Mandatory Self-Defence Training
Cork City Council has ordered mandatory self-defence training for all its frontline staff members.
Cork City Council has ordered mandatory self-defence training for all its frontline staff members.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 29 2012, 5,113 days ago
Woman's Body Found At House In Dundalk
A woman's body has been found in a house in Dundalk, Co Louth. The 34-year-old was found in a room at her house at around 3am in College Manor. Gardai are treating the death as suspicious.
A woman's body has been found in a house in Dundalk, Co Louth. The 34-year-old was found in a room at her house at around 3am in College Manor. Gardai are treating the death as suspicious.
FF Calls On FG And Labour To Break Their Silence
Meath East Fianna Fáil Senator Thomas Byrne is calling on the Fine Gael and Labour Oireachtas members in Meath and Louth to break their silence over sweeping cuts to hospital services in the North East.
Meath East Fianna Fáil Senator Thomas Byrne is calling on the Fine Gael and Labour Oireachtas members in Meath and Louth to break their silence over sweeping cuts to hospital services in the North East.
EC Opens Investigation Into Aer Lingus Takeover
The European Commission (EC) has opened an in-depth investigation (phase II) under the EU Merger Regulation into the proposed acquisition of Aer Lingus by the low cost carrier Ryanair, which was notified to the Commission on 24 July 2012.
The European Commission (EC) has opened an in-depth investigation (phase II) under the EU Merger Regulation into the proposed acquisition of Aer Lingus by the low cost carrier Ryanair, which was notified to the Commission on 24 July 2012.
Two Arrested In Connection With Fatal Stabbing
Two men have been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing at Castlecurragh, Mulhaddart last Wednesday, 22nd August. A 28-year-old man was pronounced dead at James Connolly Memorial Hospital after he was seriously injured outside at house.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing at Castlecurragh, Mulhaddart last Wednesday, 22nd August. A 28-year-old man was pronounced dead at James Connolly Memorial Hospital after he was seriously injured outside at house.
Labour Calls For Entitlement Clarification For Target Workers
Senator Marie Moloney has called for clarification on the social welfare entitlements for all Target Workers following the announcement that up to 400 jobs, 9 of which are in Tralee, have been lost after the closure of one of the country's largest haulage firms.
Senator Marie Moloney has called for clarification on the social welfare entitlements for all Target Workers following the announcement that up to 400 jobs, 9 of which are in Tralee, have been lost after the closure of one of the country's largest haulage firms.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 29 2008, 6,574 days ago
Gun Attack On Wicklow House
Gardaí are investigating a firearm incident in a Co Wicklow housing estate. Officers were alerted to a shooting last night at the housing estate in Rathnew, were it's believed a gun was fired at a downstairs room of a house in the Bank housing estate in the town.
Gardaí are investigating a firearm incident in a Co Wicklow housing estate. Officers were alerted to a shooting last night at the housing estate in Rathnew, were it's believed a gun was fired at a downstairs room of a house in the Bank housing estate in the town.
Ireland Becoming Organised Crime Hub
A new document from a centralised European police force has revealed Ireland is slowly becoming a 'hub' for European organised crime.
A new document from a centralised European police force has revealed Ireland is slowly becoming a 'hub' for European organised crime.
Government Exhausted By Emissions Target
The Government has admitted it is facing a "real difficulty" in meeting the emissions targets, following a recent report.
The Government has admitted it is facing a "real difficulty" in meeting the emissions targets, following a recent report.
Aer Lingus Drops Routes After Huge Losses
The troubled Airline, Aer Lingus, has announced massive cuts, after its stratospheric losses last year. Many staff are now fearing for their jobs as the announcement of a €22 million loss cripples the one-time State airline.
The troubled Airline, Aer Lingus, has announced massive cuts, after its stratospheric losses last year. Many staff are now fearing for their jobs as the announcement of a €22 million loss cripples the one-time State airline.
100 Languages Spoken In Dublin District
The exponential population surge in Dublin has led to the astounding diversity in cultures in the capital, with one local authority area housing residents from 100 different councils.
The exponential population surge in Dublin has led to the astounding diversity in cultures in the capital, with one local authority area housing residents from 100 different councils.
Pensioner Gets €2,000 Award For Discrimination By Bank
The Equality Tribunal has awarded an elderly woman €2,000 as compensation for age discrimination. The tribunal found Ulster bank had discriminated against the 70 year-old when it refused her application for a car loan because she was over the age of 65.
The Equality Tribunal has awarded an elderly woman €2,000 as compensation for age discrimination. The tribunal found Ulster bank had discriminated against the 70 year-old when it refused her application for a car loan because she was over the age of 65.
Ryanair Found Charging Customers For Nothing
Ryanair has allegedly been passing on extra costs to customers which it is claimed the airline doesn't actually have to pay. An investigation by an Irish newspaper has claimed the budget airline was charging over €15 a head for taxes and fees, which had were no longer applicable.
Ryanair has allegedly been passing on extra costs to customers which it is claimed the airline doesn't actually have to pay. An investigation by an Irish newspaper has claimed the budget airline was charging over €15 a head for taxes and fees, which had were no longer applicable.
Eircom Calls For Higher Charges Despite Profit Increase
The Irish Telephone company, Eircom, has said it will be levying higher charges on customers despite a significant increase in profits this year. Eircom customers will be expected to pay on average 3.8% extra on their bills from next Tuesday.
The Irish Telephone company, Eircom, has said it will be levying higher charges on customers despite a significant increase in profits this year. Eircom customers will be expected to pay on average 3.8% extra on their bills from next Tuesday.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 29 2007, 6,940 days ago
Cabinet Discusses Aer Lingus Issue
Aer Lingus' controversial decision to close its Shannon-Heathrow route has reportedly been discussed by the Cabinet at its first meeting since the Dail resumed after the summer break.
Aer Lingus' controversial decision to close its Shannon-Heathrow route has reportedly been discussed by the Cabinet at its first meeting since the Dail resumed after the summer break.
Man In Court Over Louth Cocaine Seizure
A man has appeared in court charged in connection with a seizure of cocaine in Co. Louth. Patrick Donoghue, 54, with an address in Charleville in Dunleer, appeared before Dublin District Court charged with possession of cocaine and possession of the drug for sale or supply.
A man has appeared in court charged in connection with a seizure of cocaine in Co. Louth. Patrick Donoghue, 54, with an address in Charleville in Dunleer, appeared before Dublin District Court charged with possession of cocaine and possession of the drug for sale or supply.
Laois Murder Investigation - Woman Released
A woman arrested in connection with the murder of Co. Laois man Patrick Burke earlier this month has been released without charge. Mr Burke was found dead in a downstairs bedroom in his home in Ballybrittas shortly before 11pm on August 19 after Gardai were called to the house.
A woman arrested in connection with the murder of Co. Laois man Patrick Burke earlier this month has been released without charge. Mr Burke was found dead in a downstairs bedroom in his home in Ballybrittas shortly before 11pm on August 19 after Gardai were called to the house.
Student Gets Suspended Sentence For Dropping Trousers
A 19-year-old Donegal student has been given a four-month suspended sentence for dropping his trousers in front of a governor’s home in Senegal. Mr Patrick Devine from Dunfanaghy, in Donegal, also received a small fine at a hearing today.
A 19-year-old Donegal student has been given a four-month suspended sentence for dropping his trousers in front of a governor’s home in Senegal. Mr Patrick Devine from Dunfanaghy, in Donegal, also received a small fine at a hearing today.
Three Injured In Waterford Shooting
Three men have been admitted to hospital following a shooting incident in County Waterford on Wednesday morning. The incident happened at a Travellers’ halting site in Kilbarry at around 4.30am this morning and none of the men are thought to have serious injuries.
Three men have been admitted to hospital following a shooting incident in County Waterford on Wednesday morning. The incident happened at a Travellers’ halting site in Kilbarry at around 4.30am this morning and none of the men are thought to have serious injuries.
Man Being Question Over Dublin Death
A man is still being questioned in connection with the death of a 46-year-old woman in Dublin on Tuesday. The mother of three was found with stab wounds at a house in La Verna Dale in Castlerock in west Dublin yesterday morning and she was admitted to hospital where she later died.
A man is still being questioned in connection with the death of a 46-year-old woman in Dublin on Tuesday. The mother of three was found with stab wounds at a house in La Verna Dale in Castlerock in west Dublin yesterday morning and she was admitted to hospital where she later died.
Drink Driving Cases Rise By 80% In 2006
The number of drink driving cases being dealt with by the courts jumped by almost 80% in 2006 and there has been a significant increase in the number of road-related crime cases.
The number of drink driving cases being dealt with by the courts jumped by almost 80% in 2006 and there has been a significant increase in the number of road-related crime cases.
Navy Destroys WWII Mine Off Cork Coast
The Irish Navy has destroyed a World War II mine found off the coast in west Cork. The mine, believed to be a German anti-submarine mine, was discovered early on Tuesday morning in Broadstrand Bay by a local fisherman.
The Irish Navy has destroyed a World War II mine found off the coast in west Cork. The mine, believed to be a German anti-submarine mine, was discovered early on Tuesday morning in Broadstrand Bay by a local fisherman.
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