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Irish News on Thu, May 2 2019, 2,557 days ago
'Avoid The Mind Monsters' – Mental Health Advice For Young People
A new mental health information programme for young people preparing for exams has been launched by the Health Service Executive (HSE).
A new mental health information programme for young people preparing for exams has been launched by the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Irish News on Wed, May 2 2018, 2,922 days ago
Unemployment Rate At 10 Year Low - CSO
Ireland's unemployment rate has fallen to 5.9% in April 2018, down from 6.8% in April 2017, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This represents a total fall in the unemployment rate of 0.
Ireland's unemployment rate has fallen to 5.9% in April 2018, down from 6.8% in April 2017, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This represents a total fall in the unemployment rate of 0.
Irish News on Tue, May 2 2017, 3,287 days ago
Two Arrested Over Murder Of Noel Kirwan
Two people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Noel Kirwan. Mr Kirwan, 62, was shot in the head at St Ronan's Driving housing estate in west Dublin on 22 December 2016. It is believed he was murdered as part of the Kinahan-Hutch feud.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Noel Kirwan. Mr Kirwan, 62, was shot in the head at St Ronan's Driving housing estate in west Dublin on 22 December 2016. It is believed he was murdered as part of the Kinahan-Hutch feud.
Irish News on Fri, May 2 2014, 4,383 days ago
386 Schools To Undergo Improvements
Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn TD, has announced that a further 386 schools across every county in Ireland will be able to undertake school improvements this summer.
Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn TD, has announced that a further 386 schools across every county in Ireland will be able to undertake school improvements this summer.
Man Dies In Farm Accident
A man has died following an accident on a farm in County Carlow on Thursday at around 6pm. It is believed the 79-year-old man was hit by a front loader on a digger on the family farm in Bennekerry. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man has died following an accident on a farm in County Carlow on Thursday at around 6pm. It is believed the 79-year-old man was hit by a front loader on a digger on the family farm in Bennekerry. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man Released Without Charge Following Attempted Robbery
A man has been released without charge after he was arrested over an attempted robbery in Co Wicklow. A man entered a cafe in Ashford holding what is believed to be an iron bar and threatened staff on Thursday afternoon. No one was injured and the man got away with nothing.
A man has been released without charge after he was arrested over an attempted robbery in Co Wicklow. A man entered a cafe in Ashford holding what is believed to be an iron bar and threatened staff on Thursday afternoon. No one was injured and the man got away with nothing.
Gardaí Appeal For Missing Mullingar Woman
Gardaí are appealing to the public in finding Dorothy Healy, 50, who has been missing from her home in Mullingar since Wednesday. She was last seen in the town at around 9.30am on Wednesday morning. She is described as being 5ft 8in, of slim build with blonde hair.
Gardaí are appealing to the public in finding Dorothy Healy, 50, who has been missing from her home in Mullingar since Wednesday. She was last seen in the town at around 9.30am on Wednesday morning. She is described as being 5ft 8in, of slim build with blonde hair.
Latest Live Register Figures Welcomed
Labour TD John Lyons has welcomed the latest Live Register figures which show a 7% fall in the number of people unemployed since the same point last year. "This represents the lowest rate since May 2009.
Labour TD John Lyons has welcomed the latest Live Register figures which show a 7% fall in the number of people unemployed since the same point last year. "This represents the lowest rate since May 2009.
Future Of Rural Ireland Depends On A Strong Network Of Family Farms - Carthy
Speaking in Leitrim,Sinn Féin's Matt Carthy said that the future of rural Ireland depends on a strong network of family farms. The Midlands Northwest candidate will later visit a farmers' mart in Drumshambo.
Speaking in Leitrim,Sinn Féin's Matt Carthy said that the future of rural Ireland depends on a strong network of family farms. The Midlands Northwest candidate will later visit a farmers' mart in Drumshambo.
Irish News on Thu, May 2 2013, 4,748 days ago
Jury Find Bin Lorry Driver Not Guilty
A driver charged with dangerous driving for causing the death of a toddler has been found not guilty. Alex McDaid, 60, from Bromany, denied the charge in relation to the death of three-year-old Patrick McDonagh which happened outside his home at Ballymacool in February 2010.
A driver charged with dangerous driving for causing the death of a toddler has been found not guilty. Alex McDaid, 60, from Bromany, denied the charge in relation to the death of three-year-old Patrick McDonagh which happened outside his home at Ballymacool in February 2010.
FeedHenry Announces 100 Jobs For Waterford
Fine Gael Waterford Deputy, Paudie Coffey, has said news that FeedHenry has announced an expansion of 100 jobs is a further boost to Waterford city, with a number of these jobs also going to the facility in Dublin.
Fine Gael Waterford Deputy, Paudie Coffey, has said news that FeedHenry has announced an expansion of 100 jobs is a further boost to Waterford city, with a number of these jobs also going to the facility in Dublin.
Teen Dies In Road Accident
A teenager has died after she was struck by a car while she was out for a walk with a pal in Galway on Wednesday night. The accident occurred at around 9.45pm in Ros a' Mhíl. The 15-year-old girl was taken to University College Hospital in Galway, where she was later pronounced dead.
A teenager has died after she was struck by a car while she was out for a walk with a pal in Galway on Wednesday night. The accident occurred at around 9.45pm in Ros a' Mhíl. The 15-year-old girl was taken to University College Hospital in Galway, where she was later pronounced dead.
Shots Fired At Home Of Former Developer Ger Killally
Shots have been fired at the house of former developer Ger Killally in Edenderry, Co Offaly. The attack occurred at around 10.40am on Thursday morning. A number of shots were fired as Mr Killally was leaving his home in his car.
Shots have been fired at the house of former developer Ger Killally in Edenderry, Co Offaly. The attack occurred at around 10.40am on Thursday morning. A number of shots were fired as Mr Killally was leaving his home in his car.
97% Of Irish Bathing Waters Meet EU Mandatory Standards
97% of Irish Bathing Waters met EU mandatory standards in 2012 according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA launched the report The Quality of Bathing Water in Ireland – An Overview for the Year 2012 today.
97% of Irish Bathing Waters met EU mandatory standards in 2012 according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA launched the report The Quality of Bathing Water in Ireland – An Overview for the Year 2012 today.
An Taisce Launches Judicial Review Over Nuclear Power Plant
An Taisce, The National Trust for Ireland, has launched judicial review proceedings in London to challenge the legality of UK Secretary of State Ed Davey's decision to grant permission to build and operate a nuclear power station at Hinkley Point in the Bristol Channel, Somerset, 150 miles from the
An Taisce, The National Trust for Ireland, has launched judicial review proceedings in London to challenge the legality of UK Secretary of State Ed Davey's decision to grant permission to build and operate a nuclear power station at Hinkley Point in the Bristol Channel, Somerset, 150 miles from the
Mace In Ballyshannon Forced To Close
Fianna Fáil Senator Marc Mac Sharry has said the closure of Mace in Ballyshannon is further evidence of the serious threat facing local retailers and small business.
Fianna Fáil Senator Marc Mac Sharry has said the closure of Mace in Ballyshannon is further evidence of the serious threat facing local retailers and small business.
Irish News on Wed, May 2 2012, 5,113 days ago
Cardinal Brady Will Not Resign
The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland Cardinal Sean Brady has insisted he will not resign after a BBC documentary claimed he failed to act in 1975 to save children from being abused by paedophile priest Fr Brendan Smyth.
The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland Cardinal Sean Brady has insisted he will not resign after a BBC documentary claimed he failed to act in 1975 to save children from being abused by paedophile priest Fr Brendan Smyth.
Man Injured In Shooting Incident
A man has been injured in a shooting incident in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. It is believed two armed masked men entered at house at Legnatraw and shot a 39-year-old man at around 10.30pm last night.
A man has been injured in a shooting incident in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. It is believed two armed masked men entered at house at Legnatraw and shot a 39-year-old man at around 10.30pm last night.
Trips To Ireland Decrease By Over 1.2%
The total number of trips to Ireland decreased by 1.2% to 1,165,100, between January to March this year, an overall decrease of 13,700 compared to the same period twelve months earlier, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO), Ireland.
The total number of trips to Ireland decreased by 1.2% to 1,165,100, between January to March this year, an overall decrease of 13,700 compared to the same period twelve months earlier, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO), Ireland.
Austerity Is Bad For Jobs And Growth - SF
Sinn Féin jobs and enterprise spokesperson Peadar Tóibín TD has today said that "the Austerity Treaty is bad for jobs and growth and if passed on May 31st will hamper any prospect of economic recovery".
Sinn Féin jobs and enterprise spokesperson Peadar Tóibín TD has today said that "the Austerity Treaty is bad for jobs and growth and if passed on May 31st will hamper any prospect of economic recovery".
FF Bill To Protect Gay Teachers And Medical Staff To Be Debated
Schools and hospitals would no longer be allowed to discriminate against gay, lesbian and bisexual staff under legislation to be tabled by Fianna Fáil Senator Averil Power in the Seanad today.
Schools and hospitals would no longer be allowed to discriminate against gay, lesbian and bisexual staff under legislation to be tabled by Fianna Fáil Senator Averil Power in the Seanad today.
Miss Ireland Máire Hughes Stripped Of Title
Miss Ireland, Máire Hughes, was yesterday stripped of her title. Newly crowned Hughes, who is the current Miss Mayo, was found to be too old. The cut-off age for entering the competition is 24, she will be 26 on her next birthday.
Miss Ireland, Máire Hughes, was yesterday stripped of her title. Newly crowned Hughes, who is the current Miss Mayo, was found to be too old. The cut-off age for entering the competition is 24, she will be 26 on her next birthday.
Irish News on Fri, May 2 2008, 6,574 days ago
Losses Predicted As Construction Sector Slows
In a further sign of falling demand within the construction industry, a pessimistic trading statement from crushed stone specialists, Readymix has been issued. It is blaming the slowdown in the construction industry for a reduction in demand for its products.
In a further sign of falling demand within the construction industry, a pessimistic trading statement from crushed stone specialists, Readymix has been issued. It is blaming the slowdown in the construction industry for a reduction in demand for its products.
Gardaí Urge Motorists To Take Care Over Bank Holiday
Gardaí are urging motorists to be extra vigilant on the roads as the Bank Holiday rush gets underway this weekend.
Gardaí are urging motorists to be extra vigilant on the roads as the Bank Holiday rush gets underway this weekend.
FG unveils Lisbon Treaty campaign
Fine Gael has launched a €500,000 ad campaign for a Yes vote in the Lisbon Treaty referendum. The Oireachtas opposition party began lobbying in early March with a series of public meetings on the referendum.
Fine Gael has launched a €500,000 ad campaign for a Yes vote in the Lisbon Treaty referendum. The Oireachtas opposition party began lobbying in early March with a series of public meetings on the referendum.
Ahern Warns Of Difficulties In Irish Operation In Chad
Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has voiced concerns over the European Union-United Nations sponsored mission involving Irish troops in Chad.
Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has voiced concerns over the European Union-United Nations sponsored mission involving Irish troops in Chad.
Information Requests Reduced By Fees
The introduction of fees for freedom of information requests has reduced the number of applications from the public by a third, according to the information commissioner. Commissioner Emily O’Reilly has called for an end to the controversial fees along with a wider scope for the legislation.
The introduction of fees for freedom of information requests has reduced the number of applications from the public by a third, according to the information commissioner. Commissioner Emily O’Reilly has called for an end to the controversial fees along with a wider scope for the legislation.
Carbon Tax Could Mean €1bn
An Oireachtas committee has heard the Government could be receiving an extra €1bn a year in carbon-related taxes within the next five years. After 2013, electricity generators will have to "buy" carbon emissions. This could see carbon contributions totalling €1bn a year to the Exchequer.
An Oireachtas committee has heard the Government could be receiving an extra €1bn a year in carbon-related taxes within the next five years. After 2013, electricity generators will have to "buy" carbon emissions. This could see carbon contributions totalling €1bn a year to the Exchequer.
Irish Film Board Announce New Appointments
Bord Scannán na hÉireann/ the Irish Film Board (IFB) has announced a number of new positions. Patrick O'Neill will take the position of Industry Affairs Executive and Laura Notley has been appointed to the role of Business Affairs Co-ordinator.
Bord Scannán na hÉireann/ the Irish Film Board (IFB) has announced a number of new positions. Patrick O'Neill will take the position of Industry Affairs Executive and Laura Notley has been appointed to the role of Business Affairs Co-ordinator.
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