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Irish News on Mon, Nov 11 2019, 2,192 days ago

Teen Due In Court Over Car Related Thefts
A man in his late teens is due in court over a burglary, an unauthorised taking of a car and thefts from six separate vehicles in the Castleconnell area of Limerick. The suspect was arrested on Sunday morning, 10 November following the incidents on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 September.
Gardaí Seek Help Tracing Missing Teen
Gardaí in Kilkenny are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Katie Blake. The teenager has been missing from Callan, Co. Kilkenny since Saturday 09 November. She is described as being 5'8" in height, of thin build with long black hair with pink streaks.
New Laws Announced To Protect Cyclists
New laws protecting cyclists on the road will come into effect at midnight tonight, Monday 11 November. Building on existing legislation, it will become an offence to dangerously overtake a pedalling cyclist.
Three Arrests As Drugs Seized In Co Kerry
Gardaí have arrested two men and a woman following the seizure of €4,150 of suspected drugs and €1,700 in cash in Co Kerry.
Dogs Seized At Dublin Port
Revenue officers have discovered four puppies and a young dog at Dublin Port. The puppies, approximately 12 weeks old, and a young dog were discovered when two Irish men who were travelling separately to the UK were stopped and questioned.
Unions Lobby Govt For Gender Pay Gap Bill
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) has teamed up with the National Women's Council of Ireland (NWCI) to jointly demand that the Government commits to passing the Gender Pay Gap Information Bill before Christmas.
SIPTU Responds To RTÉ Restructuring Plans
SIPTU has vowed to oppose any attempts to enforce compulsory redundancies following news of a restructuring plan to reduce costs within RTÉ. Around 200 jobs are understood to be under threat as the broadcaster closes its Lyric FM station in Limerick and implements changes to reduce overhead costs.

Irish News on Fri, Nov 11 2016, 3,287 days ago

22-Year-Old Man Charged With Martin Mulligan Murder
A 22-year-old man has appeared before Drogheda District Court charged in connection with the murder Martin Mulligan. The body of Martin Mulligan was discovered in Kilcurry, Dundalk, Co Louth on the morning of Monday 28 September, 2015.
66-Year-Old Man Killed In Road Accident In Co Kildare
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision in Co Kildare. A 66-year-old man was fatally injured when a car he was driving collided with a truck at around 2.45pm at Kilmurray, Johnstown Bridge on Thursday, 10 November.
Concerns Raised Over Impact Of Trump's Tax Plans On Ireland
Concerns have been raised over the impact of US President-Elect Donald Trump's plans to reduce American corporation tax to 15%. Sinn Féin and Labour have both called on the Government to address concerns over the impact such a tax policy could have on Ireland.
Ionad Cultúrtha an Phiarsaigh Officially Opened
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has officially opened the Ionad Cultúrtha an Phiarsaigh in Conamara, one of the Government's major capital projects at the centre of the Historical Reflection strand of the Ireland 2016 Centenary Programme.

Irish News on Wed, Nov 11 2015, 3,653 days ago

Apple To Create 1,000 New Jobs In Cork
American multinational technology company Apple has announced it is to create 1,000 new jobs in Cork. The firm is to expand its campus in Holyhill and will be developing a new building that will provide office space and room for 1,000 additional employees by mid-2017.
Indeed Announces 300 New Jobs In Dublin
Job site Indeed is to create 300 new jobs in Dublin over the next two years.
Second Arrest Made In Alan O'Neill Murder Investigation
Garda investigating the murder of Alan O'Neill in Tallaght in May this year have arrested a second man. A 21-year-old man was arrested in West Dublin on Tuesday evening and is currently detained at Tallaght Garda Station.
Three Arrested Under Operation Thor
Three men have been arrested as part of Operation Thor, an ongoing crackdown on burglary. Gardaí from Santry stopped a car on the Swords Road on Tuesday morning and uncovered a number of implements which could be used in the commission of burglaries.
Govt Accused Of Being Intent On Privatising Health Services
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has accused the government of taking decision that are "intent on privatising the health service". Mr Adams challenged the Taoiseach on the current state of the health service, accusing the government of "abandoning the public ownership model of health provision".
Galway Council Urged To Consider Park And Ride To Ease Congestion
Galway City Council has been urged to "seriously consider" a permanent Park and Ride facility in the city. Fianna Fáil Galway West candidate John Connolly has said that the introduction of a park and ride scheme could ease traffic congestion in the city centre.
Dublin Hotels Urged To Sign Standards Pledge
Hotels across Dublin have been urged to come together and sign a pledge to provid good value for money.
New Regulations To Make It Easier For Civil Partners To Get Married
New regulations have been introduced to make it easier for civil partners who now wish to marry following the commencement of the Marriage Act 2015.
Serious Road Collision On M50
The M50 southbound at J7 Lucan has been reopened following a serious road crash this morning, Wednesday. The collision, which involved a car and two trucks, happened at around 6am. The crash caused major traffic delays on the M50, N3, N4, N7 and M1.

Irish News on Tue, Nov 11 2014, 4,018 days ago

Internet Provider Agrees Garda Deal To Block Web Access
Internet provider UPC has agreed to block access to sites known to contain images of child sexual abuse, in a new partnership announced with An Garda Síochána.
Council Agrees To Address 'Urban Fox Problem'
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has said that urban foxes are a "potential road safety hazard". The council has passed a motion to "address the problem" following what was described as a "heated debate".
Gardaí Issue Fresh Appeal Over Ciara Breen Disappearance
A fresh appeal for information on the 1997 disappearance of Ciara Breen has been issued after two new witnesses came forward in recent weeks. The 17-year-old was last seen on 13 February, 1997, when she left her Dundalk home at Bachelors Walk in the early hours of the morning.
Funeral Of Joe Walsh Held In Cork
The funeral has been held in Cork for former Minister for Agriculture Joe Walsh. The 71-year-old died in hospital on Sunday. He had held his ministerial post for ten years. A funeral procession left his Emmet Square home and walked to the parish church in Clonakilty.
Forward Planning On Education Needed As Economy Improves - Fine Gael
An emphasis on forward planning for education is needed as economic conditions improve, Fine Gael has said. The party said that while "great strides" had been made to improve eduction in Ireland, "it is time to plan ahead".
Minister For Agriculture Urged To Intervene In Beef Dispute
The Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney has been urged to intervene in the ongoing dispute over beef prices. Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada made the call as farmers finished a 48 hour blockade of fourteen meat factories across the State.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Co Limerick Accident
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal accident in Hospital, Co Limerick, in which a 44-year-old man was killed. The man was walking on Main Street in the town at about 2am on Tuesday morning when he was hit by a car. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Father And Son Stabbed Multiple Times By Suspected Car Thief
A father and son are being treated in hospital for stab wounds after they encountered a man who is believed to be trying to break into their car early on Tuesday morning.
RTÉ Choose Not To Advertise E-Cigarettes
Broadcaster RTÉ has decided that it will not air adverts for e-cigarettes, saying that it will wait for the development of specific advertising codes.

Irish News on Mon, Nov 11 2013, 4,383 days ago

200 Jobs Announced For Dublin
200 jobs are to be created in Dublin by recruitment website Indeed and energy provider Energia. Half the positions are at Indeed's Dublin-based Europe, Middle East and Africa headquarters and will be filled over the coming year. US company Indeed.
Man Seriously Injured In Traffic Collision
A man in his twenties has been seriously injured in a single vehicle traffic collision in Castlepollard Co. Westmeath. The collision occurred on the R195 near Castlepollard shortly after 03:00 on Sunday morning when the man's car collided with a ditch.
Man Dies In Limerick Stabbing
A man has died following a stabbing in Limerick in the early hours of Sunday morning. At approximately 02:00 Gardai were called to the apartment in relation to reports that a male in his 60s had been stabbed. The male was brought to University Hospital Limerick where he was later pronounced dead.
Govt Pledges €1m Aid To Philippines
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Eamon Gilmore TD, has announced €1m in emergency funding towards the relief effort in the Philippines. On Friday, Typhoon Haiyan swept through the Philippines and has been described as one of the most powerful storms on record to make landfall.
ILCU Allays Members' Fears
The Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) has issued a statement in relation to Newbridge Credit Union. Over the weekend, it was announced that Newbridge Credit Union had been transferred to Permanent TSB, but ILCU has since reassured its members that credit unions remain strong and secure.
Property Rent Prices Continue To Rise
The cost of renting a property continues to increase, according to a new report by Daft.ie. The quarterly review shows rent has risen nationally, with the capital experiencing the largest growth in prices. Nationwide, the year-on-year increase in the average rent surged to 4.
Man Killed In Road Accident
A man has died following a road traffic accident in Co Limerick. The 49-year-old was driving a vintage motorcycle at Kilballyowen, just outside Bruff, before 5.30pm yesterday (Sunday) when the incident happened.

Irish News on Fri, Nov 11 2011, 5,114 days ago

Michael D Sworn In As Irish President
Michael D Higgins has been inaugurated as the ninth President of Ireland during a ceremony at Dublin Castle on Friday.
Customs Seize €85K Cash At Dublin Airport
Officers from Revenue's Customs Service have seized €85,000 following a stop and search of a 49-year-old British male as he was boarding a flight to Malaga. The discovery was made as a result of routine profiling. The cash was concealed in items of clothing in the man's suitcase.
Dart Delay 'Body Blow' For Ballymun – FF
A Fianna Fáil Councillor has described the three-year delay to the development of the Dart and Metro North services as a "body blow" for North Dublin.
Drop In Priests' Pay
Priests in Dublin have seen their pay drop by 9%. Donations in the Dublin diocese have fallen by 16% in the past three years. The dip in funding is due to falling collections and soaring expenses. In addition there is the cost of extra childcare-protection and clerical-abuse compensation claims.
Warning As Digital Switchover Looms
The Department of Communications has issued a warning over the compatibility of TVs as the switchover from analogue to digital in the Republic draws closer.
'Winter-Ready' Campaign Is Launched
Preparations are being made for the winter's approach with news that the Irish Republic's Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Alan Shatter launched the Winter-Ready Information Campaign.
Hospital Waiting Lists Rise
Hospital treatment waiting lists have risen to over 30,000 new figures have revealed. At the end of September 30,756 adults and children were waiting over three months for in patient or day procedures in hospitals, according to the HSE.
North Goes South As A5 Deal Turns Sour
The North's top politicians are in Dublin today to confront the leaders of the Irish Republic on yesterday's news that a multi-million cross border road project would have to be shelved after the Dáil performed a U-turn on funding.
Trinty College Takes To Two Wheels
Dublin students are to take advantage of the National Transport Authority's 'Smarter Travel Initiative' and get on their bikes.
Alcohol Marketing's Impact On Young Examined
The Committee on Health and Children has continued its investigation of the effects of alcohol marketing on young people. Yesterday the committee met with a selection of industry representatives and Alcohol Action Ireland, a national charity for alcohol-related issues.

Irish News on Thu, Nov 11 2010, 5,479 days ago

Weather Warning Issued By MET
The Irish meteorological agency have issued a weather warning for today, with gusts reaching up to 140km/hr threatening some areas of the state.
Two Further Arrests Over McAnaspie Murder
Two males are being detained in connection with the murder of Daniel McAnaspie in April. Daniel's body was found in a field in Co Meath in April, almost three months after he went missing while in State care.
Elderly Care Slammed By Ombudsman
The care of older people has been in focus across the UK and Ireland this week - with dramatically different outcomes in the two states.
Irish Heroin Use Shoots-up
A report from a European drugs watchdog has revealed that Ireland has one of the highest levels of heroin usage per head in Europe. The report from the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) reported that in Ireland some 0.
Decision Looms On Pat Finucane Inquiry
The NI Secretary of State, Owen Paterson, has said he will decide in the New Year whether there should be a public inquiry into the murder of Belfast solicitor Pat Finucane.
Gas Ruled Out As Fermanagh Death Probed
While initially suspected after a man's body was found at a house in the border country of Fermanagh yesterday morning, investigators have already ruled out a gas leak as the cause.
Manufacturing Increased 12% Since 2009
Output from Ireland's manufacturing industry has increased by 12% since last year, according to the latest statistics from the Government.
Firms Win InterTradeIreland Competition
Two Northern firms have excelled in what is the largest business competition on the island of Ireland - Seedcorn 2010.

Irish News on Wed, Nov 11 2009, 5,844 days ago

No Budging On Welfare Bonus
The Taoiseach has told the Dáil the government will not change its mind on the decision to abolish this Christmas's social welfare bonus. Brian Cowen said the decision to abolish the bonus was made during the last Budget and that the situation had not significantly changed.
Priest Faces Extradition Over Rape
A Catholic priest is facing a request for his extradition from the US after being accused of twice raping a 15-year-old boy in Ireland. Father Francis Markey, aged 81, was arrested in South Bend, Indiana, on Monday on an outstanding warrant, and has since appeared in court.
Government 'Optimistic' Over Economic Outlook
Figures released by the Department of Finance today suggest the government has a growing optimism for next year's economic growth forecast. In its Pre-Budget estimates, released this morning, the Department forecasts the economy to contract by 7.5% this year and by a further 1.5% next year.
Ritchie Launches Leadership Bid
Margaret Richie has launched her SDLP leadership campaign, promising to rebuild the party. Outlining her ambitions this week, Ms Ritchie said her leadership would be bound by three pillars.
Justice D'Hondt Selection Rejected
The North's future Justice Minister will not be selected under current Assembly rules, MLAs decided last night. An SDLP motion to implement the D'Hondt system was defeated during ten hours of debate on the devolution of policing and justice powers.
Donegal Exploration To Boost Economy
An €11m exploration venture is going ahead in Co Donegal.
Debtor's Moratorium 'Does Not Go Far Enough'
The Labour party has hit out at the states banks for "not going far enough" after the unprecedented bank consortium announcement yesterday accepting a six-month moratorium.
Irish Kids 'Happier And Healthier'
Children in the Republic of Ireland are happier and healthier than their counterparts in the UK, a new report has revealed.

Irish News on Tue, Nov 11 2008, 6,209 days ago

Government Oppose Early Obama Tax Policy
The Irish government is to oppose the American President-elect's policy on reforming corporation tax for its nation's multi-nationals.
Dublin Man Charged With Making Child Pornography
A Dublin man arrested following an international investigation has appeared in court charged with making child pornography. A Gardai spokesman said the investigation had involved police forces in the North as well as other parts of the UK and the United States.
Garda Chief Expresses Sympathy For Geoghegan Family
The Garda Commissioner has expressed his sympathy for the family of the murdered man Shane Geoghegan.
Taoiseach Meets Murphy As Major Investigation Launched
Brian Cowen and the Justice Minister Dermot Ahern are to meet the Garda Commissioner today as a manhunt begins for the killers of Shane Geoghegan.
Fine Gael Slams Murder Conviction Record
A Fine Gael Minister has hit out at the government over violent crime, claiming it has failed to "tackle these psychopaths". Minister Charles Flanagan said that with just 14 convictions for the country's 127 gang-related murders in the past 11 years it needs to do more.
Ryanair Pilot Hailed A "Hero" Following Bird Strike
A passenger on a Ryanair flight - which was forced into an emergency landing on Monday in Rome - has called the pilot a "hero". The Frankfurt to Rome flight was hit by a flock of starlings that 'bombarded' the aircraft and flew into its engines just before 8.
DNA Test May Confirm Wicklow Body's Identity
There's hope for the family of one of the many 'Disappeared' today with news that a body - thought to be that of a man murdered by the IRA - has been discovered in Co Wicklow.
Aer Lingus Loss Looks Less
Despite its controversial cost-cutting plans - leading to the threat of strike action by its workers - Aer Lingus has revealed that its expected operating loss will be less than first thought. The loss is now expected to be €10 million less than the figure first expected.
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