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Irish News on Fri, May 11 2018, 2,922 days ago
Man Shot In Leg In Dublin City
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in Dublin city on Thursday, 10 May. A man, aged in his 20s, was shot in the leg near Thomas Street in Dublin, in an area known as the Horse Yard, at about 9pm.
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in Dublin city on Thursday, 10 May. A man, aged in his 20s, was shot in the leg near Thomas Street in Dublin, in an area known as the Horse Yard, at about 9pm.
Govt Have 'Questions To Answer' Following New Evidence In CervicalCheck Scandal
The government must answer "urgent questions" raised by new evidence revealed by an investigation of the ongoing CervicalCheck scandal.
The government must answer "urgent questions" raised by new evidence revealed by an investigation of the ongoing CervicalCheck scandal.
Govt Urged To 'Act Immediately' On Mental Health Act
The government has been urged to "act immediately" to resolve the legislative issues arising from a Supreme Court ruling on an unconstitutional section of the Mental Health Act 2001.
The government has been urged to "act immediately" to resolve the legislative issues arising from a Supreme Court ruling on an unconstitutional section of the Mental Health Act 2001.
Irish News on Thu, May 11 2017, 3,287 days ago
BNM Group Meet To Discuss Littleton Closure Threat
Representatives of the Bord na Móna (BNM) Group of Unions have met with the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Denis Naughten, to discuss the threat by the company to close its peat briquette plant in Littleton, County Tipperary.
Representatives of the Bord na Móna (BNM) Group of Unions have met with the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Denis Naughten, to discuss the threat by the company to close its peat briquette plant in Littleton, County Tipperary.
Remains Uncovered In France Confirmed As Those Of 'Disappeared' Victim
The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims' Remains (ICLVR) has confirmed that human remains found in France are those of 'Disappeared' victim Seamus Ruddy. Mr Ruddy, from Newry, was a 33-year-old English teacher in Paris, when he disappeared in May 1985.
The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims' Remains (ICLVR) has confirmed that human remains found in France are those of 'Disappeared' victim Seamus Ruddy. Mr Ruddy, from Newry, was a 33-year-old English teacher in Paris, when he disappeared in May 1985.
Irish News on Wed, May 11 2016, 3,652 days ago
Man Charged Over Dublin Assault
A man has been charged in connection with an assault on three males in Dublin. The attack happened at Broadford Road in Ballinteer on Thursday, 05 May.
A man has been charged in connection with an assault on three males in Dublin. The attack happened at Broadford Road in Ballinteer on Thursday, 05 May.
Gardaí Issue Appeal Following Dublin Attack
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following an alleged attack on a woman in Raheny, Dublin. The assault occurred on James Larkin Road between 1.30am and 2.30am on Tuesday, 03 May. The woman was walking towards Howth Road when a man grabbed her and pulled her to the ground.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following an alleged attack on a woman in Raheny, Dublin. The assault occurred on James Larkin Road between 1.30am and 2.30am on Tuesday, 03 May. The woman was walking towards Howth Road when a man grabbed her and pulled her to the ground.
Man Killed In Road Crash In Waterford
A man has died in a road crash in Waterford. The collision, between a truck and a car, happened on the N25 just after Kilmacthomas at around 7.50am on Tuesday, 10 May. The man, aged in his late 20's, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the truck did not require medical attention.
A man has died in a road crash in Waterford. The collision, between a truck and a car, happened on the N25 just after Kilmacthomas at around 7.50am on Tuesday, 10 May. The man, aged in his late 20's, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the truck did not require medical attention.
Payments For Pig And Dairy Farmers Issued
Payments for pig and dairy farmers have now been issued. The payments are the final tranche under the package agreed at EU level in September last year which allocated €13.7 million for Ireland. The Government subsequently matched the funding to provide an overall aid package of €27.4m.
Payments for pig and dairy farmers have now been issued. The payments are the final tranche under the package agreed at EU level in September last year which allocated €13.7 million for Ireland. The Government subsequently matched the funding to provide an overall aid package of €27.4m.
Decision To Overturn Breath Testing Welcomed
The Court of Appeal has overturned a ruling saying that breath tests must be in English and Irish, saying it brings "much needed clarity".
The Court of Appeal has overturned a ruling saying that breath tests must be in English and Irish, saying it brings "much needed clarity".
Cork And Wicklow Most Popular Locations For Country Home Buyers - Report
Counties Cork and Wicklow are the most popular locations for country home buyers.
Counties Cork and Wicklow are the most popular locations for country home buyers.
Man Critical Following Portlaoise Stabbing Attack
A man is in a critical condition in hospital after he was found with stab injuries in Portlaoise, Co Laois. The man, aged in his 30s, was found on Coote Street at around 4am on Tuesday, 10 May. He is currently being treated St. Vincent's in Dublin.
A man is in a critical condition in hospital after he was found with stab injuries in Portlaoise, Co Laois. The man, aged in his 30s, was found on Coote Street at around 4am on Tuesday, 10 May. He is currently being treated St. Vincent's in Dublin.
Irish News on Mon, May 11 2015, 4,018 days ago
Gardaí Renew Appeal For Mother Of Abandoned Baby In Dublin
Gardaí have issued a renewed appeal after a newborn baby girl was discovered abandoned in Rathcoole, Dublin, on Friday. The baby was found on the Steelstown Road at around 3.30pm, and is believed to have been born 24-36 hours before she was found.
Gardaí have issued a renewed appeal after a newborn baby girl was discovered abandoned in Rathcoole, Dublin, on Friday. The baby was found on the Steelstown Road at around 3.30pm, and is believed to have been born 24-36 hours before she was found.
Man Arrested Over Limerick Shooting
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Limerick. A 42-year-old man received gunshot injuries after a male approached premises and shot him on Saturday at approximately 2pm.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Limerick. A 42-year-old man received gunshot injuries after a male approached premises and shot him on Saturday at approximately 2pm.
LRC And NBRU To Attend Talks Over Ongoing Dispute
The Labour Relations Commission (LRC) has invited senior management from Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus to attend talks at 3pm today, 11 May. It aims to resolve the ongoing dispute over the tendering of 10% of bus routes to private operators.
The Labour Relations Commission (LRC) has invited senior management from Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus to attend talks at 3pm today, 11 May. It aims to resolve the ongoing dispute over the tendering of 10% of bus routes to private operators.
Woman Killed After Being Hit By Car In Galway
A woman has died after being hit by a car in Galway on Saturday night. The 24-year-old victim was walking with a man when they were struck by a car just off the N17 at Aucocloggeen at around 12.30am. The man was taken to hospital however his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
A woman has died after being hit by a car in Galway on Saturday night. The 24-year-old victim was walking with a man when they were struck by a car just off the N17 at Aucocloggeen at around 12.30am. The man was taken to hospital however his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
SF Supports Marriage Equality Referendum
Sinn Féin is calling for a 'Yes' vote in the Marriage Equality referendum. MEP Liadh Ní Riada said the referendum is about equality. She said: "At its core it is about ensuring all people, and all couples, have access to equal rights, dignity and respect.
Sinn Féin is calling for a 'Yes' vote in the Marriage Equality referendum. MEP Liadh Ní Riada said the referendum is about equality. She said: "At its core it is about ensuring all people, and all couples, have access to equal rights, dignity and respect.
Council To Consider Plans For New Taxi Ranks In Dublin
Dublin City Council is to set out plans to add over 30 new taxi ranks throughout the city. Fianna Fáil Councillors supported the proposals which are to be considered today.
Dublin City Council is to set out plans to add over 30 new taxi ranks throughout the city. Fianna Fáil Councillors supported the proposals which are to be considered today.
Irish News on Fri, May 11 2012, 5,113 days ago
Woman Killed In Road Traffic Accident
A woman has been killed in a road traffic crash at Reas Cross on the Castletownroche to Mallow Road at around 10.10am this morning. The collision involved a car and a truck. A 9-year-old girl, who was a passenger in the car, was uninjured. The male driver of the truck was also uninjured.
A woman has been killed in a road traffic crash at Reas Cross on the Castletownroche to Mallow Road at around 10.10am this morning. The collision involved a car and a truck. A 9-year-old girl, who was a passenger in the car, was uninjured. The male driver of the truck was also uninjured.
Survey Shows Improvements In Teen Contraceptive Use
New Research on contraception, sexual health and crisis pregnancy published by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme shows improvements in sex education and contraceptive use among young people.
New Research on contraception, sexual health and crisis pregnancy published by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme shows improvements in sex education and contraceptive use among young people.
Communion Money Being Spent At The Races "Unacceptable" - FG
Fine Gael Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor has said that the practice of schools bringing children, some as young as eight years old, to greyhound and horseracing tracks on benefit nights must be eradicated.
Fine Gael Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor has said that the practice of schools bringing children, some as young as eight years old, to greyhound and horseracing tracks on benefit nights must be eradicated.
Grenade Found At House In Galway
More than 30 families were evacuated from their homesi n Galway last night after a device was found in the garden of a house. A viable World War II grenade was discovered at a property at approximately 10.30pm. An army disposal team made the device safe at around 1.30am.
More than 30 families were evacuated from their homesi n Galway last night after a device was found in the garden of a house. A viable World War II grenade was discovered at a property at approximately 10.30pm. An army disposal team made the device safe at around 1.30am.
Man Arrested Following Cannabis Seizure
A man has been arrested after Gardai seized cannabis plants, worth an estimated street value of €320,000, at a house in Kilkenny. At approximately 5pm Gardai carried out a searched at a house in Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny. During the search a cannabis ‘Grow House’ was discovered.
A man has been arrested after Gardai seized cannabis plants, worth an estimated street value of €320,000, at a house in Kilkenny. At approximately 5pm Gardai carried out a searched at a house in Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny. During the search a cannabis ‘Grow House’ was discovered.
Irish News on Wed, May 11 2011, 5,479 days ago
Connolly Station Reopens After Security Alert
Connolly Station has now reopened following a security alert in Dublin city centre. A suspicious device was found by a member of the public resulting in the station being evacuated. The alarm was raised after the device was found close to the station on Amiens Street just after 9am.
Connolly Station has now reopened following a security alert in Dublin city centre. A suspicious device was found by a member of the public resulting in the station being evacuated. The alarm was raised after the device was found close to the station on Amiens Street just after 9am.
IFA Reduces Northern Fan's Travel Costs
The soccer authorities have held firm on exclusive arrangements for NI fans travelling to the forthcoming Carling Nations Cup matches in Dublin.
The soccer authorities have held firm on exclusive arrangements for NI fans travelling to the forthcoming Carling Nations Cup matches in Dublin.
Extra €30m Backing Jobs Initiative
This week saw the launch of Better Energy - The National Upgrade Programme which will streamline the existing residential programmes, support jobs and help consumers lower their energy bills.
This week saw the launch of Better Energy - The National Upgrade Programme which will streamline the existing residential programmes, support jobs and help consumers lower their energy bills.
National Internship Scheme Launches In July
The Minister for Social Protection has announced a new National Internship Scheme for 5,000 people who are currently on the live register. The Scheme will provide work experience opportunities for jobseekers in the private, public or community and voluntary sectors.
The Minister for Social Protection has announced a new National Internship Scheme for 5,000 people who are currently on the live register. The Scheme will provide work experience opportunities for jobseekers in the private, public or community and voluntary sectors.
Woman Held Over Hannon Murder
A female in her late 30’s has been arrested in Limerick city as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Jeffery Hannon. Jeffery Hannon, 19, from Southill, was found dead in the O'Malley Park estate in November 2007. He had suffered head injuries and a number of injuries to his body.
A female in her late 30’s has been arrested in Limerick city as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Jeffery Hannon. Jeffery Hannon, 19, from Southill, was found dead in the O'Malley Park estate in November 2007. He had suffered head injuries and a number of injuries to his body.
UK Supreme Court Backs Compensation
A Sinn Fein MLA and a Co Derry journalist have won the right to claim compensation for the time they spent in prison in the 1970s, wrongfully charged with murder. The landmark ruling by the UK Supreme Court said the test for payments to those wrongfully convicted should be redefined.
A Sinn Fein MLA and a Co Derry journalist have won the right to claim compensation for the time they spent in prison in the 1970s, wrongfully charged with murder. The landmark ruling by the UK Supreme Court said the test for payments to those wrongfully convicted should be redefined.
Inchicore Murder Arrests Made
Gardai investigating a shooting in Inchicore have arrested three males in the Dublin area. A murder investigation was launched following the shooting incident at Myra Close on the 9th May. A 19-year-old man was critically injured and pronounced dead at St James's hospital.
Gardai investigating a shooting in Inchicore have arrested three males in the Dublin area. A murder investigation was launched following the shooting incident at Myra Close on the 9th May. A 19-year-old man was critically injured and pronounced dead at St James's hospital.
IFA Discuss 'Travel Solution' For Dublin Game
Northern soccer bosses are to look again at their controversial travel arrangements for fans at away matches in Dublin - but are so far still insisting that Northern Ireland supporters have no choice but to use a costly and exclusive deal with one single coach provider.
Northern soccer bosses are to look again at their controversial travel arrangements for fans at away matches in Dublin - but are so far still insisting that Northern Ireland supporters have no choice but to use a costly and exclusive deal with one single coach provider.
Irish News on Tue, May 11 2010, 5,844 days ago
No More EU Cuts – Cowen
Taoiseach Brian Cowen has said there is unlikely to be further cuts requested by Europe despite the continuing financial difficulties among the community.
Taoiseach Brian Cowen has said there is unlikely to be further cuts requested by Europe despite the continuing financial difficulties among the community.
Ash May Close Airports By 1AM
The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) has said it only expects to keep Ireland's airports open until about 1am tomorrow morning.
The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) has said it only expects to keep Ireland's airports open until about 1am tomorrow morning.
Ryanair Flight In Emergency Landing
There's been an emergency landing at George Best Belfast City Airport today. A Ryanair plane travelling to London Stansted has turned back and has made a precautionary landing at the east Belfast airport after taking off on Tuesday.
There's been an emergency landing at George Best Belfast City Airport today. A Ryanair plane travelling to London Stansted has turned back and has made a precautionary landing at the east Belfast airport after taking off on Tuesday.
Westminster Dealings 'Disastrous'
The UK is heading into an unstable political future if a pact is worked out for government today. That's according to ex-Labour MP and former Northern Ireland Secretary John Reid.
The UK is heading into an unstable political future if a pact is worked out for government today. That's according to ex-Labour MP and former Northern Ireland Secretary John Reid.
Questioning Of 'Tiger Kidnap' Suspects Continue
Two men are still being held in connection with a Tiger Kidnapping that occurred last October in west Dublin.
Two men are still being held in connection with a Tiger Kidnapping that occurred last October in west Dublin.
Irish News on Mon, May 11 2009, 6,209 days ago
New Measures Proposed On Gangland Killings
Irish Minister for Justice Dermot Ashern (pictured) has proposed two new offences among a package of measures aimed at tackling gang-related crime.
Irish Minister for Justice Dermot Ashern (pictured) has proposed two new offences among a package of measures aimed at tackling gang-related crime.
Ninth Arrest Over Limerick Murder
Another arrest has been made in connection with the murder of Jeffery Hannon. Gardai at Roxboro Road Garda station investigating the murder of, father of two, Jeffrey Hannon last night arrested a male in his late teens in the midlands area.
Another arrest has been made in connection with the murder of Jeffery Hannon. Gardai at Roxboro Road Garda station investigating the murder of, father of two, Jeffrey Hannon last night arrested a male in his late teens in the midlands area.
Three Killed On Weekend Roads
More people have been killed in separate incidents on Ireland's roads during the weekend. A male in his 20s was fatally injured when the car he was driving lost control and left the road in Co Limerick. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
More people have been killed in separate incidents on Ireland's roads during the weekend. A male in his 20s was fatally injured when the car he was driving lost control and left the road in Co Limerick. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Corrib Protesters Arrested Following Clashes
Shell to Sea demonstrators have been arrested after clashing with Gardaí at the disputed Corrib site yesterday.
Shell to Sea demonstrators have been arrested after clashing with Gardaí at the disputed Corrib site yesterday.
'The Cope' To Run In Euro Elections
Fianna Fáil ex-Minister of State Pat 'The Cope' Gallagher has announced he will run in the European Parliamentary elections. The long serving TD was the Minister for Donegal South West and has worked as an MEP in the 90s before running for Government office in the 20002 general election.
Fianna Fáil ex-Minister of State Pat 'The Cope' Gallagher has announced he will run in the European Parliamentary elections. The long serving TD was the Minister for Donegal South West and has worked as an MEP in the 90s before running for Government office in the 20002 general election.
Construction Sector Yet To Build From Decline
The construction sector is to continue its current decline according to the latest report by the Ulster Bank. The report says that although the decline in commercial sector activity appears to be bottoming out, further deterioration is still expected in civil engineering activity.
The construction sector is to continue its current decline according to the latest report by the Ulster Bank. The report says that although the decline in commercial sector activity appears to be bottoming out, further deterioration is still expected in civil engineering activity.
Samuel Beckett Bridge Arrives In Dublin
The River Liffey's new bridge is to arrive in Dublin Port after its week-long journey from the Netherlands. The new bridge, which is due to be operational next year will link from Guild Street on the north quays to Sir John Rogerson's Quay on the south.
The River Liffey's new bridge is to arrive in Dublin Port after its week-long journey from the Netherlands. The new bridge, which is due to be operational next year will link from Guild Street on the north quays to Sir John Rogerson's Quay on the south.
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