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Irish News on Wed, Aug 30 2023, 1,096 days ago
Momentum Returns For A Night At The Museum
A Belfast business and mindset event is to return this Autumn with a whole host of new speakers.
A Belfast business and mindset event is to return this Autumn with a whole host of new speakers.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 30 2019, 2,557 days ago
One Injured In County Wicklow Fire
A fire in Bray, County Wicklow, has left one person with burn injuries. A fire crew was called to the town on Thursday evening, 29 August as thick black smoke emerged from an industrial estate off the Boghall road.
A fire in Bray, County Wicklow, has left one person with burn injuries. A fire crew was called to the town on Thursday evening, 29 August as thick black smoke emerged from an industrial estate off the Boghall road.
Leaving Cert Appeals Reach Record Numbers
The number of students appealing the results of this year's Leaving Certificate exams has increased significantly. A total of 17,037 appeals were lodged by more than 9,000 students according to the State Examinations Commission (SEC).
The number of students appealing the results of this year's Leaving Certificate exams has increased significantly. A total of 17,037 appeals were lodged by more than 9,000 students according to the State Examinations Commission (SEC).
Call For Caution Around School Gates
Parents, guardians and teachers are urged to ensure road safety is on the back to school lesson plan. The Road Safety Authority (RSA), ESB Networks and An Garda Síochána are appealing for caution and vigilance as our most-vulnerable road users head back to the classroom early next week.
Parents, guardians and teachers are urged to ensure road safety is on the back to school lesson plan. The Road Safety Authority (RSA), ESB Networks and An Garda Síochána are appealing for caution and vigilance as our most-vulnerable road users head back to the classroom early next week.
Businesses Urged To Tackle Brexit Head On
With less than nine weeks to go until Brexit, businesses are being urged to accelerate their preparations and avail of the wide range of State supports on offer to help them do so.
With less than nine weeks to go until Brexit, businesses are being urged to accelerate their preparations and avail of the wide range of State supports on offer to help them do so.
WorldSkills Team Return After Russian Success
The Irish WorldSkills team have been congratulated on their success as they arrived home from Russia this week. The team, made up of 17 young apprentices, trainees and students, achieved 10th place overall at the 45th WorldSkills Competition in Kazan, Russia.
The Irish WorldSkills team have been congratulated on their success as they arrived home from Russia this week. The team, made up of 17 young apprentices, trainees and students, achieved 10th place overall at the 45th WorldSkills Competition in Kazan, Russia.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 30 2018, 2,922 days ago
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre In Urgent Need Of Volunteers
Dublin's Rape Crisis Centre is in urgent need of volunteers to help maintain its 24-hour helpline. The Centre has said that it also needs volunteers to accompany people to Garda stations, courts and hospitals.
Dublin's Rape Crisis Centre is in urgent need of volunteers to help maintain its 24-hour helpline. The Centre has said that it also needs volunteers to accompany people to Garda stations, courts and hospitals.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 30 2017, 3,287 days ago
Doherty Criticised For Not Seeking More From Budget For Carers And Others
The Minister for Social Protection, Regina Doherty, has been criticised for stating that she would not seek an increase in the Budget for carers, people with disabilities and the unemployed.
The Minister for Social Protection, Regina Doherty, has been criticised for stating that she would not seek an increase in the Budget for carers, people with disabilities and the unemployed.
Govt Urged To End Tax Incentives Leading To Land Hoarding
The government has been urged to abolish tax incentives which lead to land hoarding. Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Housing, Planning and Local Government Barry Cowen TD accused the government of showing little interest in tackling land hoarding by large investors.
The government has been urged to abolish tax incentives which lead to land hoarding. Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Housing, Planning and Local Government Barry Cowen TD accused the government of showing little interest in tackling land hoarding by large investors.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 30 2016, 3,652 days ago
Investigation Launched Following Fire In Oberstown
An investigation has been launched into a number of incidents at the Oberstown Youth Detention centre in Dublin. It is understood a number of residents at the centre took control of a residential unit on Monday afternoon, 29 August.
An investigation has been launched into a number of incidents at the Oberstown Youth Detention centre in Dublin. It is understood a number of residents at the centre took control of a residential unit on Monday afternoon, 29 August.
Bodies Of Family Of Five Discovered In Co Cavan
An investigation has launched after five bodies, all members of the same family, were discovered at a house at Oakdene, Co Cavan. A man in his 40s, his wife, a woman in her 30's, and their three sons aged 13, 11 and six, were found at a house on Monday morning, 29 August.
An investigation has launched after five bodies, all members of the same family, were discovered at a house at Oakdene, Co Cavan. A man in his 40s, his wife, a woman in her 30's, and their three sons aged 13, 11 and six, were found at a house on Monday morning, 29 August.
Series Of 48-Hour Work Stoppages Announced By Dublin Bus Workers
SIPTU the union has served notice of a series of 48-hour work stoppages throughout September by its members at Dublin Bus in a dispute over pay.
SIPTU the union has served notice of a series of 48-hour work stoppages throughout September by its members at Dublin Bus in a dispute over pay.
200 New Jobs Announced By VistaMed In Co Leitrim
Up to 200 new jobs are to be created in Co Leitrim by VistaMed, the leading Irish catheter and extrusion provider to the global medical device industry. The jobs were announced at the official opening of VistaMed's new state-of-the-art Research and Development facility in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co.
Up to 200 new jobs are to be created in Co Leitrim by VistaMed, the leading Irish catheter and extrusion provider to the global medical device industry. The jobs were announced at the official opening of VistaMed's new state-of-the-art Research and Development facility in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co.
Ireland Gives More Than €140m In Humanitarian Support - Irish Aid Annual Report
Ireland has given more than €140 million in Emergency Humanitarian Support and delivered almost €648 million in Official Development Assistance, according to new figures.
Ireland has given more than €140 million in Emergency Humanitarian Support and delivered almost €648 million in Official Development Assistance, according to new figures.
Tributes Paid To Corporal Gavin Carey Following Recovery Of His Body
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny and the Minister for Defence, Paul Kehoe, have expressed their sympathies on the death of Corporal Gavin Carey. The body of Corporal Carey was recovered from the sea near Tullan Strand, Co Donegal on Saturday, 27 August.
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny and the Minister for Defence, Paul Kehoe, have expressed their sympathies on the death of Corporal Gavin Carey. The body of Corporal Carey was recovered from the sea near Tullan Strand, Co Donegal on Saturday, 27 August.
Ireland And China Co-Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform has co-signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cultural Cooperation and Exchange with China.
The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform has co-signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cultural Cooperation and Exchange with China.
Ministers Congratulate Paul O'Donovan On Olympic Gold Medal
Ministers Shane Ross and Patrick O'Donovan have congratulated Paul O'Donovan on winning Gold in the men's lightweight sculls final at the World Rowing Championships in Rotterdam.
Ministers Shane Ross and Patrick O'Donovan have congratulated Paul O'Donovan on winning Gold in the men's lightweight sculls final at the World Rowing Championships in Rotterdam.
Almost €200,000 Seized From Vehicle In Dublin
Almost €200,000 in cash has been seized by garda during a vehicle search in Dublin. Gardaí attached to the Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau, assisted by the newly formed Special Crime Task Force, stopped and searched a vehicle in the vicinity of the Fonthill Road, Dublin 22 on Saturday, 27 August.
Almost €200,000 in cash has been seized by garda during a vehicle search in Dublin. Gardaí attached to the Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau, assisted by the newly formed Special Crime Task Force, stopped and searched a vehicle in the vicinity of the Fonthill Road, Dublin 22 on Saturday, 27 August.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 30 2013, 4,748 days ago
Birth Rate Falls In First Quarter Of 2013
A 9% decrease in the number of births registered has been recorded for the first quarter of 2013, in comparison to the same period in 2012. New figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show 17,563 births were registered in the period, averaging an annual birth rate of 15.
A 9% decrease in the number of births registered has been recorded for the first quarter of 2013, in comparison to the same period in 2012. New figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show 17,563 births were registered in the period, averaging an annual birth rate of 15.
Gardaí Carry Out Large Scale Drugs Raid
Some 120 gardaí officers have carried out coordinated raids on 20 premises in an effort to "disrupt" drug enterprises. In total, drugs with a value of €100,000 were seized from 11 of the premises raided and seven people have been arrested.
Some 120 gardaí officers have carried out coordinated raids on 20 premises in an effort to "disrupt" drug enterprises. In total, drugs with a value of €100,000 were seized from 11 of the premises raided and seven people have been arrested.
Pro-Seanad Campaign Group Launched
A group opposed to the proposed abolition of the Seanad has launched its campaign in the lead up to October's referendum. The group, Democracy Matters, are calling for the Seanad to remain and to be reformed, claiming that the idea of "abolition of the status quo" is a "false choice".
A group opposed to the proposed abolition of the Seanad has launched its campaign in the lead up to October's referendum. The group, Democracy Matters, are calling for the Seanad to remain and to be reformed, claiming that the idea of "abolition of the status quo" is a "false choice".
Man Dies In Dublin Shooting
A 39-year-old man has died in a shooting. The incident happened around 10pm on Thursday night in Clondalkin, Dublin. According to gardaí, a number of shots were fired as the man made his way home, before the gunman escaped in a waiting car.
A 39-year-old man has died in a shooting. The incident happened around 10pm on Thursday night in Clondalkin, Dublin. According to gardaí, a number of shots were fired as the man made his way home, before the gunman escaped in a waiting car.
Two Arrested Over Waterford Armed Robbery
Gardaí have made two arrests in connection with an armed robbery in Waterford on Thursday night. According to gardaí, a man entered a shop at around 11.55pm and produced a handgun, where he then threatened staff and demanded cash.
Gardaí have made two arrests in connection with an armed robbery in Waterford on Thursday night. According to gardaí, a man entered a shop at around 11.55pm and produced a handgun, where he then threatened staff and demanded cash.
Irishman Secures Broadcasting Rights For World Cup Qualifier
An Irishman has bought the Australian television rights to a World Cup qualifying match between Ireland and Sweden.
An Irishman has bought the Australian television rights to a World Cup qualifying match between Ireland and Sweden.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 30 2012, 5,113 days ago
Two Men Charged After Cocaine Find
Two men have been charged with drugs possession after €140,000 of cocaine was seized in a car in Dublin. Anthony Eya, 37, and Charles Twesigye, 36, have also been charged with possession for sale and supply.
Two men have been charged with drugs possession after €140,000 of cocaine was seized in a car in Dublin. Anthony Eya, 37, and Charles Twesigye, 36, have also been charged with possession for sale and supply.
Balbriggan Beach Closed Following Sewage Leak
A warning has been issued after raw sewage was discharged into the Irish sea for up to 26 hours after a malfunction at a treatment plant went unnoticed. A member of the public on Balbriggan Beach in north Dublin raised the alarm yesterday when the waste water was washed back in with the tide.
A warning has been issued after raw sewage was discharged into the Irish sea for up to 26 hours after a malfunction at a treatment plant went unnoticed. A member of the public on Balbriggan Beach in north Dublin raised the alarm yesterday when the waste water was washed back in with the tide.
Call For Target Express Workers To Receive Entitlements Promptly
Sinn Féin Senator David Cullinane has called on the Government and the Department of Social Protection to ensure that the workers at Target Express receive their entitlements as soon as is possible.
Sinn Féin Senator David Cullinane has called on the Government and the Department of Social Protection to ensure that the workers at Target Express receive their entitlements as soon as is possible.
HSE To Announce New Cuts
The HSE is expected to announce a new round of cuts in the health service. The latest deficit is approximately €260 million, and around €130million is likely to be declared today. It is expected to rise €500 million by the end of this year.
The HSE is expected to announce a new round of cuts in the health service. The latest deficit is approximately €260 million, and around €130million is likely to be declared today. It is expected to rise €500 million by the end of this year.
Man Charged Over Fatal Stabbing
A man has been charged in connection with a fatal stabbing in Dublin last Tuesday. Andrew Gibney, 20, appeared in court charged with assaulting Gerard Burnett, 28, and causing him serious harm at his house in Castlecurragh Vale.
A man has been charged in connection with a fatal stabbing in Dublin last Tuesday. Andrew Gibney, 20, appeared in court charged with assaulting Gerard Burnett, 28, and causing him serious harm at his house in Castlecurragh Vale.
Household Renting Increases By 47%
The number of households renting their accommodation increased by 47 per cent since 2006, according to the latest results released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The publication, 'Profile 4 The Roof over our Heads – Housing in Ireland', examines the characteristics of over 1.
The number of households renting their accommodation increased by 47 per cent since 2006, according to the latest results released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The publication, 'Profile 4 The Roof over our Heads – Housing in Ireland', examines the characteristics of over 1.
Warrant Issued For NI Rapist
A warrant has been issued by a Dublin District court for the arrest of a rapist from Northern Ireland who failed to appear in court.
A warrant has been issued by a Dublin District court for the arrest of a rapist from Northern Ireland who failed to appear in court.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 30 2011, 5,479 days ago
First Government Meeting Of Autumn Term
The first cabinet meeting of the autumn term will commence today following the shortest summer break for a government in decades. The Fine Gael and Labour Ministers will gather at Government Buildings later this morning for the meeting, it is the first since July.
The first cabinet meeting of the autumn term will commence today following the shortest summer break for a government in decades. The Fine Gael and Labour Ministers will gather at Government Buildings later this morning for the meeting, it is the first since July.
Clampdown On Welfare Fraud Saves €345m
A clamp down on welfare fraud has saved millions of euro this year. In the first seven months of 2011 €345m has been saved across the Department’s schemes through fraud and control measures.
A clamp down on welfare fraud has saved millions of euro this year. In the first seven months of 2011 €345m has been saved across the Department’s schemes through fraud and control measures.
Sex Offender Priest Says He Is No Threat
Pedophile, Bill Carney, has appealed for a second chance as he believes the does not pose an immediate threat to children. Earlier this year, the Gloucestershire Echo newspaper published an article revealing he was living in the home of his ex-wife, close to a children’s playground.
Pedophile, Bill Carney, has appealed for a second chance as he believes the does not pose an immediate threat to children. Earlier this year, the Gloucestershire Echo newspaper published an article revealing he was living in the home of his ex-wife, close to a children’s playground.
Banks Have Funds For 'Debt Forgiveness'
Irish banks have enough money for so-called debt forgiveness. The Finance Minister, Michael Noonan, has insisted that the capital is in the banks to allow the write off of some residential mortgage loans, following the recapitalisation of the nationalised banks in July of this year.
Irish banks have enough money for so-called debt forgiveness. The Finance Minister, Michael Noonan, has insisted that the capital is in the banks to allow the write off of some residential mortgage loans, following the recapitalisation of the nationalised banks in July of this year.
Irish Fairy Story Could Be 'Dream Come True'
Although it is very early days, a new DreamWorks produced movie series may be coming to Ireland, writes Brian McCalden. The company, founded by Steven Spielberg, has recently bought the rights to a fantasy book that is actually set among the 'Fae' or the fairy folk in the Irish Republic.
Although it is very early days, a new DreamWorks produced movie series may be coming to Ireland, writes Brian McCalden. The company, founded by Steven Spielberg, has recently bought the rights to a fantasy book that is actually set among the 'Fae' or the fairy folk in the Irish Republic.
First Night Success of Best Musical In Dublin
Fans flocked to Dublin's Grand Canal Theatre in a first night crowd last night. Following a successful run in Belfast's Grand Opera House, Dancing Shoes: The George Best Story opened last night in the Dublin theatre.
Fans flocked to Dublin's Grand Canal Theatre in a first night crowd last night. Following a successful run in Belfast's Grand Opera House, Dancing Shoes: The George Best Story opened last night in the Dublin theatre.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 30 2007, 6,940 days ago
Schoolboy Dies In Limerick Crash
A boy has been killed in a road collision in Limerick. The 12-year-old is understood to have been struck by a vehicle in the Moyross area of the city around 10am on Thursday morning. The area has been sealed off and forensic experts are examining the scene. Gardaí have launched an investigation.
A boy has been killed in a road collision in Limerick. The 12-year-old is understood to have been struck by a vehicle in the Moyross area of the city around 10am on Thursday morning. The area has been sealed off and forensic experts are examining the scene. Gardaí have launched an investigation.
Man's Body Found In Westmeath
The body of a man, believed to be in his 20s, has been found in a camper van in Collinstown, County Westmeath. The man’s body was discovered in the vehicle at around 4.00am on Thursday morning at Lough Lene in the village.
The body of a man, believed to be in his 20s, has been found in a camper van in Collinstown, County Westmeath. The man’s body was discovered in the vehicle at around 4.00am on Thursday morning at Lough Lene in the village.
Three Men Charged Over Waterford Incident
Three men arrested yesterday following an incident at a halting site in Waterford have been brought to court. The three men were arrested on public order offences and two of the men have been charged with threatening and abusive behaviour. The other man has been charged with trespass.
Three men arrested yesterday following an incident at a halting site in Waterford have been brought to court. The three men were arrested on public order offences and two of the men have been charged with threatening and abusive behaviour. The other man has been charged with trespass.
Drugs Seized At Dublin Port
Customs officers at Dublin Port have seized heroin and cocaine with an estimated street value of nearly 2.5 million euros. It is understood that officers found 12 kilos of heroin and 2.5 kilos of cocaine concealed in two wood burning ranges, which arrived from Rotterdam on Thursday.
Customs officers at Dublin Port have seized heroin and cocaine with an estimated street value of nearly 2.5 million euros. It is understood that officers found 12 kilos of heroin and 2.5 kilos of cocaine concealed in two wood burning ranges, which arrived from Rotterdam on Thursday.
Burton To Run For Labour Deputy Leadership
Dublin West TD Joan Burton has announced her intention to run for the deputy leadership of the Labour party. The party's finance spokesperson said that she had recognised that she did not have sufficient support to run for the leadership of the party.
Dublin West TD Joan Burton has announced her intention to run for the deputy leadership of the Labour party. The party's finance spokesperson said that she had recognised that she did not have sufficient support to run for the leadership of the party.
Irish Consumer Confidence Hits Four-Year Low
Irish consumer confidence fell to its lowest level for almost four years, according to a new survey. The consumer sentiment index, compiled by the IIB Bank and ESRI, fell to 72.0 in August from 74.7 in July - the lowest level since October 2003.
Irish consumer confidence fell to its lowest level for almost four years, according to a new survey. The consumer sentiment index, compiled by the IIB Bank and ESRI, fell to 72.0 in August from 74.7 in July - the lowest level since October 2003.
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