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Irish News on Tue, Dec 3 2024, 365 days ago

Ireland Sees Tourism Spending Boom Despite Fewer Visitors
Ireland's tourism sector has experienced a surge in visitor spending, with overseas visitors spending €5.38 billion from January to October 2024, a 15% increase compared to the same period in 2023. While visitor numbers increased by 8% year-on-year, reaching 5.
Dunadry Hotel Unveils New 'Wellbeing Oasis'
The transformation of facilities at the historic Dunadry Hotel and Gardens in Antrim continues with the opening of a thermal Spa Garden, offering a new level in wellbeing and tranquillity.
4 Corners Festival Announces 2025 Return
The annual 4 Corners Festival is back for another packed lineup of events next year.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 3 2019, 2,192 days ago

Major Search Operation Ongoing For Missing Man In Co Clare
A major search operation is ongoing in Co Clare for a man reported missing on Monday. A joint air, land and sea search was launched last night after the man's car was found close to Blackhead Lighthouse.
Garda Appeal For Help Tracing Teenager Missing Since 08 October
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Oltjan Kurtulaj. The teenager has been missing from the Palmerstown area of Dublin 20 since Tuesday, 08 October. Oltjan is described as being approximately 6'5" with a slim build. He has black hair and brown eyes.
Smithstown Light Engineering To Create 60 New Jobs In Co Clare
Up to 60 new jobs are to be created by Smithstown Light Engineering, who are to build a new 40,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Shannon, Co Clare. Based in Smithstown Industrial Estate in Shannon, Smithstown Light Engineering is a second generation indigenous Irish firm employing 128 people.
Garda Extend Detention Of Woman Arrested Over Terrorist Offences
The detention period of a 38 year-old Irish woman arrested on suspicion of terrorist offences has been extended by a further 24 hours. The woman was arrested on Sunday 01 December at Dublin Airport following her deportation from Turkey.
CSO Publishes 2018 Crime Detection Figures
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has published crime detection figures for the first time in four years. The figures are relating to 2018, with detection rates for murder incidents at 72%.
Future Of Ireland To Be Decided In Ireland, Not Westminster - SF
The future of Ireland will be decided on the island of Ireland, not at Westminster, Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald has said.
Irish Students Among Top Performers In Reading
The 2018 PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) results have shown that Ireland's 15 year-olds are among the best in reading literacy.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 3 2015, 3,653 days ago

Gardaí Appeal Following Dublin Shooting Incident
Gardaí have appealed for information following a shooting incident in Tallaght, Dublin. The incident happened in the The Grove, Kingswood Heights, in the city. A man is understood to have approached and fired a number of shots at a car outside a property at around 6.
NAMA To Invest €7.5bn In Funding Programmes
A total of €7.5 billion is to be invested by the National Asset Management Agency (NAMA) in two new funding programmes, it has been announced.
Gardaí Launches Investigation Following Tiger Kidnap In Dublin
A major investigation is underway following the armed kidnapping of a family in north Dublin. The incident occurred this morning, 03 December. At around 5am, a mother and daughter were taken by an armed gang from their home in the Gracefield road/Artane area.
Four Arrested In Connection With Theft Of Mobile Phones
Four people have been arrested in connection with the theft of mobile phones in Co Louth. Three men and one woman have been detained after a number of suspected stolen mobile phones were discover during searches carried out in Tallaght, Clondalkin and Portarlington.
Over 4,000 Counterfeit Bottles Of Vodka Seized In Co Louth
Over 4,000 bottles of counterfeit vodka have been seized in Co Louth. The discovery was made by a joint intelligence-led operation by An Garda Síochána and Customs enforcement officers.
Pearse McAuley Jailed For Stabbing Ex Wife
Garda killer Pearse McAuley has been sentenced to 12 years, the last four years suspended, for stabbing his ex wife with a steak knife in front of their children. McAuley, from Co Tyrone, stabbed his estranged wife 13 times on Christmas Eve last year.
Met Éireann Issues Weather Warning
Met Éireann has issued a yellow weather warning for a number of counties in Ireland as heavy rain is expected within the next few hours. The 'Be Aware' warning has been issued for Carlow, Cork, Dublin, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford, Wexford and Wicklow.
Man Dies In Co Wexford Crash
A man has died following a car crash in Co Wexford. The accident happened at Wells in Gorey. It is understood the crashed car was found by a passing motorist at around 11.40pm on Wednesday, 02 December. The victim, who is in his 30s, was the driver and sole occupant of the car.
Govt Passes Rent Reform Bill
Ireland's Residential Tenancies Bill has passed all stages of the Dáil and Seanad, it has been announced. The Bill is now expected to be signed into law by the president as soon as possible.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 3 2014, 4,018 days ago

Cocaine Seized From Cargo Vessel
Cocaine with an estimated street value of £40m (€51m) has been seized following a joint operation by the National Crime Agency (NCA), Border Force and An Garda Síochána. The drugs were found during a search of cargo vessel Star Stratos at Portsmouth port earlier this week (1 December).
Fewer Sign On To Live Register In November
Latest figures by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), have revealed that there were 4,100 fewer people signing onto the live register last month, on a seasonally adjusted basis. The seasonally adjusted unemployment total fell to 367,100.
€60m Road Repair Fund Announced
A total of €60m in funding has been announced to carry out minor works on Ireland's roads. The works will be undertaken over the next three years, and will help to improve safety and driving conditions for motorists as well as boost economic activity.
Joseph Walsh Found Safe And Well
37-year-old Joseph Walsh from Dublin has been found safe and well after being reported missing by gardaí on Tuesday. Mr Walsh went missing from his home at St Patricks Road, Clondalkin, but has since been located. He had last been seen on the afternoon of 2 December 2014.
Irish Govt To Reopen 'Hooded Men' Inquiry
The Irish government has said it will request the European Court of Human Rights to review its judgement in the case of the 'Hooded Men'.
150 Jobs Announced For Dublin
150 jobs have been announced for Dublin through the establishment of a Managed Services Centre in the city by Calypso Technology. The new Managed Services Centre will be the basis of a new professional service model.
Irish Family Farming 'Under Pressure' - IFA
The Irish and European tradition of family farming is under "unprecedented pressure" according to the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA).

Irish News on Tue, Dec 3 2013, 4,383 days ago

11 Arrested Following Investigation Into Unlawful Money Lending
As part of an ongoing investigation into unlawful money lending, Gardaí in Clare have arrested 11 people following searches in the Kilrush area, carried out this morning (3 December).
Academic Selection Is Failing Our Pupils - Hazzard
Sinn Féin Education Spokesperson Chris Hazzard has said that the latest results from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) from the Organisation of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) shows that academic selection is failing the majority of our pupils and doesn't increase
FF Welcomes Colm Keaveney
Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin TD has welcomed Colm Keaveney TD to the Fianna Fáil Parliamentary Party following Deputy Keaveney's successful application to party Chief Whip Seán Ó Fearghaíl.
Man Charged Over Murder In The Phoenix Park
A man, 27, has appeared in court charged with the murder of Gerard Donnelly in the Phoenix Park on Friday. Mr Donnelly is believed to have been burned to death and he also had a fractured skull. Ciaran Moran the accused has been remanded in custody.
Call For Independent Assessment Of Eirgrid's Proposals
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Michael Moynihan TD, has called on the Government to support Fianna Fáil's proposal for an independent international assessment of Eirgrid's proposals for the construction of overhead pylons as part of their Grid 25 project.
Rough Sleepers In Dublin Increase
The Dublin Region Homeless Executive has reported there was a minimum of 139 persons sleeping rough across the Dublin region. This is compared with the spring (April 2013) count, which confirmed a minimum of 94 persons to be sleeping rough.
Microsoft Creates 380 Construction Jobs
Microsoft has announced plans to further expand its Europe Middle East and Africa mega datacentre in Dublin, Ireland. The expansion, due for completion in Spring 2014, represents a new investment of €170m.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 3 2012, 4,748 days ago

Call For The Word 'Lunatics' To Be Removed From Irish Law
Inclusion Ireland is calling for the an end to the use of the term 'Lunatics', as Irish law still calls people with disabilities this, despite repeated promises of change.
Man Killed And Three In Critical Condition Following Car Crashes
A man has died and three people remain in a critical condition following two car crashes in County Carlow and County Mayo. A man, 42, died in a single car accident on the Tullow to Castledermot Road at around 4pm yesterday.
Gardai Appeal For Missing Pensioner
Gardai are appealing for information in tracing the whereabouts of Patrick Cremin, 75. He has been missing from his home in the Dublin 8 area since yesterday at around 7pm. He is described as 5' 8" tall and of slight build.
Male Arrested In Connection With Fatal Stabbing
A fourth male has been arrested in relation to a fatal stabbing in Rialto on 1st December. The male, in his teens, was arrested yesterday evening. He is currently being detained at Pearse Street Garda Station under Section 30 Offences Against the State Act 1939.
Gardai Appeal For Witnesses After Stabbing Incident In Dublin
Gardai are investigating a stabbing incident in a bar in Dolphin's Barn, Dublin. A 22-year-old man was stabbed a number of times by another man at approximately 11.45pm last night. The attacker escaped from the scene. The victims injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
Six Men Arrested In Organised Crime Investigation
Six men have been arrested by gardai investigating organised crime in County Kilkenny. The arrested were made during searches co-ordinated by Thomastown Garda Station. A number of items were also seized during the operation.
Dropbox To Establish Centre In Dublin
An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny T.D today announced that Dropbox is to establish an International Operation Centre in Dublin. Dropbox is a free service that allows its users to easily access and share documents, photos and videos from anywhere in the world.
FF Calls On Quinn To Speak Out About Reilly
Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson, Billy Kelleher TD, has called on Education Minister Ruairi Quinn to make a statement on the position of James Reilly, following revelations in the media that he confided to a meeting of the Parliamentary Labour Party that Reilly "was not up to the job and should go".

Irish News on Fri, Dec 3 2010, 5,479 days ago

Contingency Funding Fights Winter's Chill
A severe weather warning from Met Éireann remains in effect today with more snow forecast. The news comes as the Environment Minister John Gormley announced the provision of €15 million extra 'contingency funding' for local authority costs related to the severe weather.
NI Men Among Four Charged In Dublin
Four men have appeared at Dublin's Special Criminal Court this morning charged in relation to a terrorist incident on the N1 earlier this week when a primed mortar bomb was recovered. The men are Dalton Mc Kevitt, 35, from Dundalk and Niall Farrell, 34, also from Dundalk.
HSE Urges Care As Temperatures Fall
The Department of Health and Children and the HSE is reminding people to be extra vigilant during the current cold spell and to check on vulnerable people who could be at risk.
Luncan Stab Death 'Domestic'
Gardaí are treating the case the death of a 33-year-old man who was stabbed last night as a domestic incident. He died in the incident, which took place at a house at the Cannonbrook estate in Lucan at around 7.30pm yesterday.
International Offshore Supergrid Powers Up
Offshore energy may prove to be a winner for Ireland with news of a development in Brussels that marks the beginning of formal preparations for "one of the most ambitious renewable energy projects worldwide".
Kerry Hospital's New A&E Underway
Construction on the new emergency department at Kerry General Hospital has begun. According to Kerry North Fianna Fáil TD Thomas McEllistrim, the building contractors, BAM Building Ltd, have moved onto the site and preliminary ground works have commenced.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 3 2009, 5,844 days ago

Appeal Launched After Donegal Crash
An appeal to the public for information has been launched after a fatal crash in Co Donegal. Gardaí in the Milford area of Donegal are seeking the public’s assistance in relation to a two-vehicle road traffic collision, which occurred at Dunlewey, on 13 September this year at approximately 3.10pm.
Dublin Skyline On The Rise
The Irish capital could see its skyline permanently altered as a new policy permitting high-rise building has been approved. Dublin city councillors have voted to recommend the policy for the city's new development plan.
Priest Sorry For Revenue Slur
The priest who stirred major controversy by calling the Revenue service a 'shower of b*****ds' has apologised for his remarks.
Ireland To Make Tourism Drive Next Year
The government body responsible of tourism in Ireland has announced a marketing strategy to boost tourism next year. The launch of the 2010 marketing strategy event was launched this morning and attended by Minister for Arts Sport & Tourism, Martin Cullen, along with top tourism industry leaders.
Government To Discuss Unpaid Leave Deal
Fianna Fáil backbenchers are expressing disquiet over the proposed pay deal hammered out with public sector unions that involves unpaid leave.
Appeal Launched For Missing Navan Woman
An appeal has been launched to locate a woman who has been missing from her Navan home since mid November.
If You 'Don't Hold Rights By Now', Says Mick
Simply Red lead singer Mick Hucknall and saxophonist Chris De Margary have filed for an injunction against the owners of a neighbouring estate in Co Donegal in a dispute over hunting and shooting rights.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 3 2008, 6,209 days ago

Gardaí Arrest Six In Human Trafficking Raid
At the same time as gardaí were today making six arrests following a series of raids on suspected brothels across the Irish Republic - the PSNI was also carrying out raids in Co Down.
Ten Years For Father Who Sexually Abused Daughters
A Cork father who sexually abused two of his daughters over a period of years has been jailed. The 59-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was today sentenced to 10 years, after pleading guilty to 12 counts of indecent assault and one of rape against the eldest child.
Two Councillors In Baby P Case Were Irish
It has emerged that two of the councillors in the Baby P case were Irish, including the head of Children's services at Haringey Council, who resigned at the start of this week.
Union Members Accept Aer Lingus Plan
The union for Aer Lingus workers have accepted a compromise package to save the airline from proposed industrail action following a vote on Tuesday. The deal, which will result in €24.
A&E Dept Opens At Cork Hospital
The controversial Accident and Emergency Department at Mercy University Hospital in Cork has finally been opened after months of delay. The €4.7 million facility has been lying idle for the past 20 months due to a row between management and the HSE over staffing numbers.
Unemployment Surges To 277,000
Figures from the Live Register of unemployment benefit claimants have shown that November's figures rose by almost 17,000. The number of those claiming jobseekers' benefits is at its highest level since September 1996, rising by 16,900 to 277,200.
Cross Border Pressure On Moneylenders
Credit card companies and moneylenders will soon be forced to adopt a new code of practice across the Republic - while in the North, consumers are being warned off using unlicensed moneylenders.
'Reduce Living Standards' As Tax Shortfall Worsens
The Minister for Finance has said "we are living beyond our means", and has called for the Irish people to lower expectations of their standard of living.
Poolbeg Incinerator Gets Go-Ahead
Dublin City Council has been granted a licence to build its controversial waste incinerator at Poolbeg. The Environmental Protection Agency passed the licenece following weeks of discussions and opposition from environmental groups, residents groups and members of the Daíl.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 3 2007, 6,575 days ago

Voters Should Not Misuse EU Treaty Vote
Irish people should not 'misuse' the forthcoming plebiscite on the European Treaty as a way of showing their ill favour with the Government.
Two Drown In Car Pier Plunge
As Northern Ireland was reeling from news of six tragic deaths on the roads, a car has plunged into the sea in Galway, killing two men inside - although a third man had a miraculous escape. The pair who drowned were professional fishermen whose car ran off a pier.
Budget Will 'Make Or Break' Housing Market
The Irish Government is again under intense lobbying pressure in advance of this week's 2008 Budget. This time it is the mortgage brokers who are warning that decisions made in the Budget would make or break the housing market in 2008.
Shootings Probed
There have been two shootings – one on either side of the border - over the last few days. Gardaí are investigating a shooting incident that took place in licensed premises on Dublin's Barry Road on Saturday evening. Two men made their way into the bar and approached a man in the toilets.
Taoiseach In Firing Line Over Casino
As Gordon Brown suffers on over questionable party fund raising in the UK, the Irish Labour Party is calling on the Taoiseach to make a statement over apparent plans for a casino – and what he did or didn't know about the proposal.
Wexford Road Death
The road toll in Ireland has hit seven with news that a 25-year-old man was killed in a road collision at Begerin, New Ross, Co Wexford. On top of the six people killed within 48 hours in Northern Ireland, this Sunday road death, adds to the ever-rising grim catalogue of Irish road crash victims.
Minister Halts Irish Uranium Exploration
Republic of Ireland Natural Resources Minister Eamon Ryan has announced he has declined to grant prospecting licences to two companies seeking to explore for uranium in Donegal. This signals a wider policy decision to prohibit such activity in Ireland.
Argos Hit By Day-Long Strike
Striking Argos workers have claimed the company flew in staff from the UK to man stores during a one-day strike at the weekend. Pickets were placed at the 18 Argos stores around the country in a work stoppage as part of a campaign for better pay.
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