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Irish News on Tue, Dec 10 2019, 2,192 days ago

Elderly Woman Dies In Wexford House Fire
An elderly woman has died in a house fire in Co Wexford. The alarm was raised early this morning, Tuesday 10 December, after a blaze broke out at a house in Davidstown, between Enniscorthy and New Ross. The woman, aged in her 80s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Armed Man Steals Cash Box In Dublin
Gardaí are appealing for information following a cash-in-transit robbery in Dublin. The incident occurred at Cornmarket, Dublin 8, at approximately 5.20am when a lone male approached and threatened two security staff members as they delivered cash to an ATM outside a financial institution.
School Secretaries Escalate Action To Strike
School secretaries are to recommence industrial action with one national day of strikes scheduled for 10 January 2020.
Beef Farmers Block Distribution Centre As Protests Continue
Beef farmers have this morning, Tuesday 10 December, blockaded the Musgraves Central Distribution Centre (CDC) in Kilcock, Co Kildare as their fight for fair beef prices continue.
Man Arrested Over Endangerment Incidents
A man in his late 20s has been arrested for suspected endangerment and a number of road traffic offences following an incident in Tallaght. The incident occurred when Gardaí on patrol attempted to stop a car at Rossfield Avenue at around 10.20pm on Monday 09 December.
River Water Quality Is Deteriorating - EPA
River water quality is deteriorating, according to findings from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA has published the Water Quality in Ireland Report for the period 2013-2018.
Met Éireann Issues Yellow Weather Warning
Met Éireann has issued a 'yellow' weather warning for all 26 counties. The warning for severe winds has been put in place until 4pm today, 10 December. In a statement Met Éireann said: :Wet and windy this morning with outbreaks of rain, heavy and squally at times.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 10 2018, 2,557 days ago

Dublin Stabbing Prompts Two Arrests
Two people have been arrested following a stabbing in Dublin city centre over the weekend. The incident happened on Essex Quay at around 4.40pm on Sunday 09 December.
Ireland Ranked Worst European Country On Climate Change
Ireland has been ranked as the worst country in Europe for taking action against climate change for the second year in a row.
Software Firm Creates 85 Jobs In Galway
A software development company is set to create 85 new job openings in Galway throughout 2019. The expansion of MathWorks will lead to the recruitment of candidates with sales, service, marking and administrative skills and experience.
Man Dies In County Waterford Road Crash
A man in his 20's has died in a road crash in County Waterford in the early hours of Saturday 08 December. The collision between a car and a lorry happened on the N25 at Bawnard, Ardmore, at around 4.30am.
Government Allocates €75m For 27 Innovative Projects
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD have together announced €75million in funding for 27 new innovative projects, under the first phase of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund.
Minister Donohoe Visits Washington D.C. To Meet US Politicians
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe is in Washington this week to engage with members of the US administration.
Two People And Gardaí Officer Injured In Roscommon Incident
Three people including a Gardaí officer were taken to hospital following an incident in the early hours of Sunday 09 December. An investigation has been launched into the alleged assault of the officer in the Rose Lawn area of Castlerea in County Roscommon at approximately 1am.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 10 2015, 3,653 days ago

SSE Becomes Living Wage Employer
SSE has announced it is to become a Living Wage employer. From 1 January, 2016, all of the firm's employees will be guaranteed a Living Wage of at least €11.50 an hour. Almost 750 staff across SSE's businesses in Ireland – including SSE Airtricity – will receive at least the Living Wage rate.
CSO Figures Reveal 17.5% Rise In Irish Tourism
New figures have revealed tourism spending in Ireland rose by 17.5% in the first nine months of the year compared to 2014. The data, published by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), also shows the number of trips in the key target market of holiday makers rose by 19.6% in comparison to last year.
Community Text Alert Scheme Launches In Co Dublin
A new community text alert initiative has been launched in Co Dublin. The Rush Community Text Alert System (CTAS) was unveiled on 08 December and will be used as part of the Community Council's efforts to prevent crime.
Man Charged Following Robbery In Clontarf
A man has been charged in connection with a robbery in Clontarf earlier this week. The 25-year-old is due to appear in court today, 10 December. The incident happened at around 12.
Private Sector Rents Increase By 8.6% - PRTB
Monthly private sector rents in Ireland increased by 8.6% at the end of September compared with the same period in 2014, it has been announced. Data from the Private Residential Tenancies Board (PRTB) revealed on a national scale, rents for houses were 7.
€10m Announced For Institutes Of Technology
A total of €10 million in funding is to be made available to Ireland's 14 Institutes of Technology. The Infrastructure Maintenance Fund allows the Institutes to discharge costs already incurred on various small-scale building works, refurbishment of existing facilities, or upgrading equipment.
AEOS Payments To Begin Next Week
Agri-Environment Options Scheme (AEOS) payments are due to begin next week, Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney has announced. A total of €45 million is to be paid out before Christmas.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 10 2014, 4,018 days ago

100 Jobs Announced For Park West
One hundred new jobs have been created in Park West by Allianz Worldwide Care.
Christmas Bonus Scheme For 18,000 Trainees
A Christmas Bonus Scheme for 18,000 trainees has been unveiled by Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan and Minister for Skills, Research and Innovation, Damien English.
Woman, 86, Struck By Car
An elderly woman has died after being struck by a car in Co Sligo. The incident happened on the N15 at Cartron, Bundoran Road, at around 6.40pm on Tuesday (9 December). The 86-year-old, who was a pedestrian, was struck by a car.
Investigation Launched Into Care Home
An investigation is to be launched by gardaí and health authorities following allegations that staff abused vulnerable residents at Áras Attracta Care Home. The allegations were made during an RTÉ Primetime programme which aired on Tuesday night.
'Amber' Warning As Ireland Braces For Stormy Weather
Met Éireann has announced an 'amber' weather warning for today, as Ireland prepares for strong gale force winds and heavy showers of rain or hail. Westerly and strong gales will hit all Irish coastal waters and the Irish Sea.
Dublin Prepares For Water Protests
Thousands of people are protesting in Dublin today against the introduction of water charges in Ireland. Traffic restrictions have been announced in the city centre ahead of the demonstration, with protestors expected to arrive from across the country including Cork, Waterford, Galway and Limerick.
O'Driscoll Receives Honorary Belfast Degree
Brian O'Driscoll is to be awarded an honorary degree by Queen's University Belfast today. Considered one of Ireland's greatest ever sporting heroes, Mr O'Driscoll will be honoured for services to sport.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 10 2013, 4,383 days ago

Tullamore Shooting - Man Released Without Charge
A man arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Tullamore on Sunday night has been released without charge. The arrest followed an shooting incident outside a house in Cluain Darach, Tullamore at about 19:00 on Sunday evening in which a male in his 30s and a female in her 20s were injured.
'Child Porn Facilitator' Will Not Be Prosecuted
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has said it will not prosecute a man described by the FBI as "the largest facilitator of child porn on the planet.
Committee To Discuss School Admissions Legislation
The Education Committee is to continue discussions on school admissions legislation tomorrow at Leinster House. The Oireachtas Joint Committee on Education and Social Protection will discuss with key stakeholders the upcoming legislation on the admissions process in Irish schools.
Woman 'Traumatised' After Co. Laois Hijacking
Gardaí have launched an appeal following the hijacking at gunpoint of a car in County Laois last night. The victim was a woman in her early thirties. Gardaí said she was uninjured, but has been left traumatised.
Ryanair Standsted Flights Diverted
A number of Ryanair flights to Standsted Airport have been diverted due to a combination of technical problems with the landing system there and low visibility weather conditions, the airline has said.
Red Grouse Numbers Increase In Mayo
Numbers of red grouse in County Mayo have increased significantly, according to a new report from the Department of Arts, Heritage & the Gaeltacht. The increase in numbers has been observed at the Owenduff/Nephin Complex.
12 Christian Brothers Convicted Of Child Abuse Since 1975
Only 12 Christian Brothers have been convicted of child sexual abuse crimes between 1975 and today, according to a report by the Catholic Church's child protection watchdog, the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 10 2012, 4,748 days ago

Man Charged With Manslaughter Following Bus Death
A man has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a man who was struck by a bus in Dublin last Thursday. Edward Connors, 29, who is profoundly deaf, has been charged with the manslaughter of Eoghan Dudley.
RCNI Calls On Govt To Target Alcohol Consumption And Sexual Violence
RCNI calls on Government to meet human rights obligations by targeting alcohol consumption and attitudes towards alcohol and sex.
118% Increase In E-coli Cases
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today warned of the risks of farm-related verotoxigenic E-coli infection. This comes on foot of a dramatic 118% increase in cases of verotoxigenic W-coli in Ireland, as compared to last year. Provisional figures show 547 cases of verotoxigenic E.
Mullingar Man To Appeal Against Murder Conviction
David Bourke from Mullingar is appealing against his conviction for murdering his wife in Dublin in 2007. A jury found he had stabbed Jean Gilbert in the back four times in front of their children because he discovered she was having an affair.
Minister Announces 150 Construction Jobs In Wind Energy Project
Energy Minister, Pat Rabbitte, today announced the delivery of 150 construction jobs in a large wind energy project at Mount Lucas, east Offaly.
Call For Govt To Ensure Rural Schools Are Fitted With Broadband
Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North West, Michael Moynihan, has called on the Government to ensure rural schools are fitted with broadband as a matter of urgency.
Gardai Investigate After Man Is Shot
Gardai are carrying out an investigation after a man was shot in the leg and arm in Dublin. The incident occurred at around 6.30pm in Palmerstown Park in Ronanstown. The victim, 26, was taken to Connolly Hospital and his condition is not believed to be life threatening.
Pensioner Dies In House Fire
A man, 74, has died in a house fire in Rathcormac, County Cork. It is unclear how the fire began, however gardai say they are not treating it as suspicious. Fire crews arrived at the scene after they were alerted at approximately 7.45pm on Sunday evening.

Irish News on Fri, Dec 10 2010, 5,479 days ago

'Hardest Hit' In Budget Claims Follow Cuts
There is some disagreement over which sections of society are being hardest hit by Tuesday's budget.
New House Building Slashed By Budget
Capital housing funds are to be dramatically cut with news in the Republic's Budget that the overall Environment and Local Government fund is to be reduced by 27%, a cut that will see almost €2.2 billion in 2010 reduced to just under €1.6 billion.
Bridge Jump Man Saved By North's Police
A remarkable act of bravery by a police officer and some quick thinking by a lorry driver have combined to save a man from jumping from a Belfast motorway bridge this afternoon.
City Hall Protest 'Disgrace', Says DUP
Trouble that led to two people being charged with public order offences after yesterday's Belfast protest against plans to raise third level tuition fees has been condemned.
A5 Funds Needed, Says SDLP
The SDLP spokesperson on North/South issues, Pól Callaghan, has said assurances need to be gained by the Stormont Executive on the completion of the A5 dualling.
Health Care Skills Recognised
A group of Health Care Assistants from the Health Service Executive (HSE) in Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford areas, were awarded the National Certificate in Health Service Skills, Further Education & Training Awards Council (FETAC) Level 5 by the Centre of Nurse Education ba

Irish News on Thu, Dec 10 2009, 5,844 days ago

Budget Defended In Dáil Debate
The Dáil will today debate cuts in social welfare rates when it discusses legislation to enable measures outlined in yesterday's full Irish Budget. It saw public servants and social welfare recipients being hit by €4 billion in spending cuts announced by Minister for Finance Brian Lenihan.
Woman Cleared Of Husband's Murder
A Co Laois woman has been cleared of her husband's murder, but found not guilty of his manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility. Anne Burke, a 56-year-old mother-of-four from Ballybrittas, was found guilty of the manslaughter of her husband Pat, 55, at their home on August 19, 2009.
Sperm Donor 'Wins Access To Baby'
The Dublin Supreme Court has ruled that a gay man who donated his sperm to a lesbian couple - enabling them to have a baby boy - is entitled to have access to the child. The ruling overturned the High Court decision which saw the 42-year-old, known only as 'A', refused access to the child.
More Arrests Over Fatal Limerick Shooting
Eight people are now being questioned by Gardaí over the fatal shooting of a man in Co Limerick on Tuesday night. The victim - named in reports as Danny Fitzgerald, 24 - was shot a number of times on the main Tipperary Road outside Limerick city around 9.30pm on Tuesday.
Ex-Christian Brother Jailed For Sex Assaults
A former Christian Brother has been jailed for two years for indecently assaulting 19 young boys at a school in Limerick, forty years ago.
Three Charged Over Card Thefts
Three Romanian nationals have been arrested in an investigation into a series of card thefts.
Serious Accident At Cork Roundabout
There has been a serious collision at the Dunkettle Roundabout in Cork, Gardaí have confirmed. The crash happened around 5am this morning on the slip road on the main Midleton to Cork Road. Traffic was badly affected by the crash.
Probe Launched Into Ennis Blaze
Gardaí are investigating a fire at a house in Ennis, Co Clare. Fire crews were called to a house on St Anne's Terrace on Clonroad shortly after midnight, following reports of a car fire. However, when they arrived they also discovered a blaze at the back of the house.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 10 2008, 6,209 days ago

Ryanair 'Flagging' Says Air Lingus Chief
The Aer Lingus boss has claimed that his airline would be "damaged" by a merger with Ryanair. Chief Executive Dermot Mannion said that the Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary was pursuing the takeover as the Ryanair brand was "beginning to flag".
IFA Proposes Pork Protest
The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) has announced they are to stage a protest over the delay in completing the pig slaughtering programme. The protest is expected to begin at midday as talks between the Taoiseach, Minister of Agriculture and pig meat processors continue this morning.
Irish Population Leaps Ahead Of UK
While Northern Ireland's population has now exceeded 1.75 million and is growing faster than any other UK region - it is dwarfed by the rate of increase in the Irish Republic. Official statistics just revealed today show that in mid 2007, the number of people living in the North had increased by 1.
Gardaí Seize €200,000 Of Heroin In Ballyfermot
Gardaí have arrested a man following a drugs bust on a home in the Ballyfermot area of Dublin. According to a Gardaí spokesman, the seizure was a result of an ongoing operation targeting the sale and supply of drugs in West Dublin.
Two Adults Arrested Over Aidan O'Kane Shooting
Gardaí have made further arrests as part of their investigation into the shooting of Aidan O'Kane on Sunday night. Gardaí have made a total of three arrests this morning, with a 32-year-old female, a 33-year-old male, and another male aged 18.
Tyrone Link In PCB Contamination Probed
There's a cross-border probe underway today as the police in Northern Ireland help gardaí investigate apparent contamination of animal feed which sparked a major health alert over Irish pork products - and later cast a shadow over beef products too.
Lisbon Decision Postponed Until Concerns Met
The European Affairs Minister has said no date will be given for the Lisbon Treaty re-vote until the concerns that led to the rejection of the previous treaty are met.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 10 2007, 6,575 days ago

Katy French's Funeral Due To Take Place
The funeral of model Katy French is due to take place in Co. Wicklow later today. Ms French, 24, died in hospital last Thursday after collapsing at a friend's house in Ashbourne, Co Meath earlier in the week.
Two Now Stable Following Collapses In Mullingar
Two young men are now stable in hospital after collapsing in separate incidents in Mullingar over the weekend. A family member found a 26-year-old man unconscious at his home in Longford on Saturday afternoon. It is understood that he attended a party on Friday night.
Suspect Sought After Body Found In Limerick Hotel
Gardaí in Limerick are searching for a man following the discovery of a woman's body in a Limerick hotel room at the weekend. The body of 33-year-old mother-of-two Sylvia Roche Kelly, from Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare, was found lying face down in the bath in the Clarion Hotel on Saturday morning.
Three Arrested In Connection With Garda Shooting
Three people have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a garda in Dublin in September. Paul Sherlock was shot and injured on September 25 after he stopped a stolen car on Ossary Road in North Strand. A man and a woman, both aged 29, were arrested in Clondalkin on Sunday night.
Galway Road Crash Kills Two
Two people have been killed in a road crash in Co Galway. The crash, which involved two cars, happened on the Quincentennial Bridge around 8pm on Sunday.
Fire At Longford Recycling Centre
A major fire broke out this morning at Mulleady's Waste Recycling plant in Drumlish in Co. Longford. According to reports, the blaze, which broke out around 5.30am on Monday, is still burning, but has now been brought under control.
Searches Resume For Missing Men
Search operations are continuing in Longford, Tipperary and Clare for three men who are still missing after falling into swollen rivers at the weekend. In the first incident, a man in his 40s, fell into the River Suir in Cahir on Saturday night.
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