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Irish News on Fri, Apr 7 2017, 3,287 days ago
Bus Éireann Strike Continues
Talks over the Bus Éireann dispute at the Workplace Relations Commission are showing no signs of a breakthrough, according to reports. The row is over pay and conditions for drivers. Commuters have been without service for 15 days.
Talks over the Bus Éireann dispute at the Workplace Relations Commission are showing no signs of a breakthrough, according to reports. The row is over pay and conditions for drivers. Commuters have been without service for 15 days.
Govt Calls On People Suffering With Depression To Get Help
The Government is calling for anyone who is feeling down to reach out and get help. Minister of State for Mental Health, Helen McEntee, made the call on World Health Day today, 07 April.
The Government is calling for anyone who is feeling down to reach out and get help. Minister of State for Mental Health, Helen McEntee, made the call on World Health Day today, 07 April.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 7 2016, 3,652 days ago
Two Arrested Following Drugs Seizure In Dublin
Two men have been arrested after cocaine and heroin with an estimated street value of €65,000 were seized in Dublin.
Two men have been arrested after cocaine and heroin with an estimated street value of €65,000 were seized in Dublin.
CXC Corporate Services To Create 30 New Jobs In Dublin
CXC Corporate Services has announced it is to create 30 jobs at its new EMEA Hub in Dublin. The jobs will be in operations, multi-lingual sales and marketing and support. The new service centre for enterprise services will provide new opportunities for growth in the region.
CXC Corporate Services has announced it is to create 30 jobs at its new EMEA Hub in Dublin. The jobs will be in operations, multi-lingual sales and marketing and support. The new service centre for enterprise services will provide new opportunities for growth in the region.
New Runway Announced At Dublin Airport
A new runway is to be delivered for Dublin Airport by daa, it has been announced. The runway, which will be 3,110 metres in length, will be constructed 1.6km north of the existing main runway. It is anticipated it will be delivered in 2020.
A new runway is to be delivered for Dublin Airport by daa, it has been announced. The runway, which will be 3,110 metres in length, will be constructed 1.6km north of the existing main runway. It is anticipated it will be delivered in 2020.
Tourism Minister Welcomes Growth In Domestic Holiday Trips
New figures showing growth in the number of Irish domestic trips has been welcomed by Tourism Minister Michael Ring. The number of holidays trips in Ireland grew by 6.5% in 2015 compared to last year, according to the Central Statistics Office's Household Travel Survey.
New figures showing growth in the number of Irish domestic trips has been welcomed by Tourism Minister Michael Ring. The number of holidays trips in Ireland grew by 6.5% in 2015 compared to last year, according to the Central Statistics Office's Household Travel Survey.
STEMI Heart Attack Patients In Donegal To Receive Access To Services In L'Derry
Patients in Donegal suffering from a STEMI heart attack will now have direct access to services at the Altengelvin Hospital in Co L'Derry. The move is part of a new cross-border cardiology service.
Patients in Donegal suffering from a STEMI heart attack will now have direct access to services at the Altengelvin Hospital in Co L'Derry. The move is part of a new cross-border cardiology service.
Ten Closure Orders Served On Food Businesses In March - FSAI
Ten Closure Orders were served on food businesses in March, according to the Food Safety Authority Ireland (FSAI). One Prohibition Order was also served on a food firm last month.
Ten Closure Orders were served on food businesses in March, according to the Food Safety Authority Ireland (FSAI). One Prohibition Order was also served on a food firm last month.
Quinn Slams FF And FG For Not Addressing Housing And Policing Issues
Sinn Féin Cllr Malachy Quinn has slammed Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael for not addressing the housing and policing crisis' in the midst of their "political power play". The Dáil met yesterday, 06 April for the third time since the general election in a bid to establish a new Taoiseach.
Sinn Féin Cllr Malachy Quinn has slammed Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael for not addressing the housing and policing crisis' in the midst of their "political power play". The Dáil met yesterday, 06 April for the third time since the general election in a bid to establish a new Taoiseach.
Coveney Reveals GLAS Farms Building Conservation Scheme
A new grant-aid scheme to conserve traditional buildings on GLAS farms has been announced by Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney. GLAS is a new new agri-environment scheme for Irish farmers, to which nearly 40,000 have already signed-up for.
A new grant-aid scheme to conserve traditional buildings on GLAS farms has been announced by Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney. GLAS is a new new agri-environment scheme for Irish farmers, to which nearly 40,000 have already signed-up for.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 7 2014, 4,383 days ago
Woman Dies After Car And Tram Collide
A woman has died after a tram and car collided in Dublin city centre. The victim, understood to be a pedestrian, was said to have been struck by the car after it collided with a Luas. The incident happened at the junction of Jervis Street and Abbey Street Upper at around 8.45am on Monday.
A woman has died after a tram and car collided in Dublin city centre. The victim, understood to be a pedestrian, was said to have been struck by the car after it collided with a Luas. The incident happened at the junction of Jervis Street and Abbey Street Upper at around 8.45am on Monday.
Man Arrested Following Drugs Seizure
A man, understood to be in his 30s, has been arrested following a drugs seizure at his home in Tuam, Co Galway. When the house, located in the Dangan area, was searched, cannabis herb and plants were found. It is thought they had a street value of up to €100,000.
A man, understood to be in his 30s, has been arrested following a drugs seizure at his home in Tuam, Co Galway. When the house, located in the Dangan area, was searched, cannabis herb and plants were found. It is thought they had a street value of up to €100,000.
UK State Visit To Start On Tuesday
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore is to accompany President Higgins and Mrs Sabina Higgins on Ireland's State Visit to the UK this week. The visit will take place from 8 to 11 April.
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore is to accompany President Higgins and Mrs Sabina Higgins on Ireland's State Visit to the UK this week. The visit will take place from 8 to 11 April.
Appeal For Missing Lucan Man
Gardaí have launched a public appeal to held find a man missing from Lucan. Thomas Moffett, 53, has been missing from his home at Esker Lane since the weekend of 29/30 March. He is described as 5' 10", of slim build with short grey hair. He also wears glasses.
Gardaí have launched a public appeal to held find a man missing from Lucan. Thomas Moffett, 53, has been missing from his home at Esker Lane since the weekend of 29/30 March. He is described as 5' 10", of slim build with short grey hair. He also wears glasses.
€1.3m Fund For Festivals And Events Unveiled
More than €1.3m in Fáilte Ireland funding has been set aside for 29 festivals and events being held across Ireland this year.
More than €1.3m in Fáilte Ireland funding has been set aside for 29 festivals and events being held across Ireland this year.
Man Charged Over Serious Assault
A man in his 20s is expected to appear in court, charged in connection with a serious assault that happened at Dorset Street, Dublin. On Sunday morning, at around 1.45am, Gardaí were called to the scene at an apartment at Kelly's Row.
A man in his 20s is expected to appear in court, charged in connection with a serious assault that happened at Dorset Street, Dublin. On Sunday morning, at around 1.45am, Gardaí were called to the scene at an apartment at Kelly's Row.
Electricity Projects Need To Comply With EU Criteria – Byrne
Fianna Fáil MEP candidate for Midlands-North West, Senator Thomas Byrne, has written to the EU Commissioner for Energy to clarify that any wind farms or overhead high voltage power lines proposed for Ireland must comply with EU criteria for support and funding.
Fianna Fáil MEP candidate for Midlands-North West, Senator Thomas Byrne, has written to the EU Commissioner for Energy to clarify that any wind farms or overhead high voltage power lines proposed for Ireland must comply with EU criteria for support and funding.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 7 2011, 5,479 days ago
Man Loses Murder Conviction Appeal
A 27-year-old man has lost his appeal against a murder conviction at the Court of Criminal Appeal. John Brett of Leitrim Street, Cork and his co-accused Jason Quinlan deny killing Cork plasterer Brian McKee three-and-a-half years ago.
A 27-year-old man has lost his appeal against a murder conviction at the Court of Criminal Appeal. John Brett of Leitrim Street, Cork and his co-accused Jason Quinlan deny killing Cork plasterer Brian McKee three-and-a-half years ago.
All Ireland Hunt For PSNI Man's Killers
A second man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Constable Ronan Kerr in Northern Ireland and searches have been undertaken in Dublin. The 40-year-old man was held when a van was stopped on a road between Omagh and Ballygawley in Co Tyrone on Thursday morning.
A second man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Constable Ronan Kerr in Northern Ireland and searches have been undertaken in Dublin. The 40-year-old man was held when a van was stopped on a road between Omagh and Ballygawley in Co Tyrone on Thursday morning.
Garda Make Arrests Over Shooting In Mulhuddart
Gardaí in Blanchardstown are investigating a shooting incident which occurred at a public house in Mulhuddart last Saturday. Two men have been arrested and a number of searches have been carried out. A number of shots were fired at the front door of a Public house around 11.
Gardaí in Blanchardstown are investigating a shooting incident which occurred at a public house in Mulhuddart last Saturday. Two men have been arrested and a number of searches have been carried out. A number of shots were fired at the front door of a Public house around 11.
Charges Follow Mother's Day Stab Death
Police in the North investigating the murder of 53-year-old Lynn Coburn in the Co Antrim area on Mothering Sunday have charged a man with murder and attempted murder.
Police in the North investigating the murder of 53-year-old Lynn Coburn in the Co Antrim area on Mothering Sunday have charged a man with murder and attempted murder.
Corrib Report Reaches Commissioner
The Garda Commissioner has intercepted the commissioned report into the incident surrounding the arrest of two women protesters and alleged rape claims made by two gardaí in Co Mayo.
The Garda Commissioner has intercepted the commissioned report into the incident surrounding the arrest of two women protesters and alleged rape claims made by two gardaí in Co Mayo.
Action Needed To Tackle Food Marketing, Says Expert
An international food policy expert has warned of the need to tackle the broad range of techniques that are used to market unhealthy food to children.
An international food policy expert has warned of the need to tackle the broad range of techniques that are used to market unhealthy food to children.
Man To Be Charged With McCarthy Murder
A man questioned over the murder of Deirdre McCarthy is expected to appear in court today to be charged in connection with her murder. Ms McCarthy, 43, from Turlough House, Ballyvaughan, was found dead on Fanore Strand last Thursday.
A man questioned over the murder of Deirdre McCarthy is expected to appear in court today to be charged in connection with her murder. Ms McCarthy, 43, from Turlough House, Ballyvaughan, was found dead on Fanore Strand last Thursday.
Memorial Proposal Recalls Blitz Anniversary
A solemn monument to commemorate victims of the Belfast Blitz that began 70 years ago today will be located in a park beside St Anne's Cathedral. Depending on a feasibility study, Belfast City Council is to back a proposal for the first civic Blitz memorial in the city.
A solemn monument to commemorate victims of the Belfast Blitz that began 70 years ago today will be located in a park beside St Anne's Cathedral. Depending on a feasibility study, Belfast City Council is to back a proposal for the first civic Blitz memorial in the city.
Huge Dublin Port Expansion Planned
Thousands of construction jobs are on the way with news that the Dublin Port Company has announced a wide-ranging, public consultation process to devise a Masterplan for the long-term development of the facility.
Thousands of construction jobs are on the way with news that the Dublin Port Company has announced a wide-ranging, public consultation process to devise a Masterplan for the long-term development of the facility.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 7 2010, 5,844 days ago
Operation Begins On Irish Conjoined Twins
A marathon operation is set to begin on Irish conjoined twin boys in London this morning. Four-month-old Hassan and Hussein Benhaffaf, who are conjoined at the chest, will undergo the separation surgery in London's Great Ormond Street Hospital.
A marathon operation is set to begin on Irish conjoined twin boys in London this morning. Four-month-old Hassan and Hussein Benhaffaf, who are conjoined at the chest, will undergo the separation surgery in London's Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Lorry Driver Suffers Serious Injuries
A lorry driver has been admitted to hospital after sustaining "serious injuries" when his lorry turned over in Longford. The collision which occurred between 9.30am and 10am involved four cars, while the drivers lorry flipped over.
A lorry driver has been admitted to hospital after sustaining "serious injuries" when his lorry turned over in Longford. The collision which occurred between 9.30am and 10am involved four cars, while the drivers lorry flipped over.
Silent TUI Greets Coughlan Address
The Tanaiste has been greeted by an eerie silence at the Teachers' Union of Ireland conference today during her address on the new public sector pay deal.
The Tanaiste has been greeted by an eerie silence at the Teachers' Union of Ireland conference today during her address on the new public sector pay deal.
Ruane Challenges Selection 'Old Guard'
There will be no block to the ending of academic selection in the North. That's been reinforced by the Stormont Education Minister, Caitríona Ruane, who has addressed the Irish National Teachers' Organisation's Annual Conference in Galway.
There will be no block to the ending of academic selection in the North. That's been reinforced by the Stormont Education Minister, Caitríona Ruane, who has addressed the Irish National Teachers' Organisation's Annual Conference in Galway.
Labour Call For Electoral Fairness For Visually Impaired
The Labour party has called on the Government to make provisions for the visually impaired during future elections.
The Labour party has called on the Government to make provisions for the visually impaired during future elections.
Charge Over Fatal Flag Fracas
A man has been charged in the North with the attempted murder of Damien Fleming, who was seriously injured during sectarian violence in Coleraine, Co Londonderry last year. Catholic Kevin McDaid was killed when trouble flared on the Somerset Drive estate over the erecting of Nationalist flags.
A man has been charged in the North with the attempted murder of Damien Fleming, who was seriously injured during sectarian violence in Coleraine, Co Londonderry last year. Catholic Kevin McDaid was killed when trouble flared on the Somerset Drive estate over the erecting of Nationalist flags.
Irish News on Tue, Apr 7 2009, 6,209 days ago
Irish Exchequer Targets Financial Crisis
The Irish Finance Minister Brian Lenihan (pictured) has begun to detail a series of radical spending cuts and tax increases. The price of 20 cigarettes is to increase by 25c tonight and the price of diesel is also set to change, increasing by five cents per litre. Both increases are VAT inclusive.
The Irish Finance Minister Brian Lenihan (pictured) has begun to detail a series of radical spending cuts and tax increases. The price of 20 cigarettes is to increase by 25c tonight and the price of diesel is also set to change, increasing by five cents per litre. Both increases are VAT inclusive.
Five Junior Minister Posts To Be Scrapped
It has emerged that five junior minister posts are to be scrapped by Brian Cowen later this month. According to reports today, Mr Cowen held a half-hour meeting with all 20 junior Ministers on Monday morning where he asked all the junior ministers to resign on April 21st.
It has emerged that five junior minister posts are to be scrapped by Brian Cowen later this month. According to reports today, Mr Cowen held a half-hour meeting with all 20 junior Ministers on Monday morning where he asked all the junior ministers to resign on April 21st.
Two Arrested Over Limerick Stabbing
Two men have been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a man in Limerick last month. Gardaí in Limerick made the arrests this morning in after their long investigation into the murder of Darren Bennett in the city last month.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a man in Limerick last month. Gardaí in Limerick made the arrests this morning in after their long investigation into the murder of Darren Bennett in the city last month.
Womans Body Found In Waterford
The body of a woman has been discovered in a Waterford residence on Monday. Gardai at Waterford are investigating the circumstances following the discovery of the dead woman in her early 50s in Closegate, Waterford in the early hours of yesterday morning.
The body of a woman has been discovered in a Waterford residence on Monday. Gardai at Waterford are investigating the circumstances following the discovery of the dead woman in her early 50s in Closegate, Waterford in the early hours of yesterday morning.
Novel Funding Scheme For St Vincent's Hospital Gets Green Light
There has been confirmation that a 120-bedded unit at St. Vincent's Hospital - which will include dedicated facilities for cystic fibrosis patients - will proceed to tender and the unit will be operational as early as possible in 2011.
There has been confirmation that a 120-bedded unit at St. Vincent's Hospital - which will include dedicated facilities for cystic fibrosis patients - will proceed to tender and the unit will be operational as early as possible in 2011.
Gardaí Focus On White Collar Crime
The President of the Association of Gardaí Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has called for white collar criminals to face the "full rigor of the law".
The President of the Association of Gardaí Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) has called for white collar criminals to face the "full rigor of the law".
Transportation Issue Get Ministerial Attention
Island-wide transportation was in focus this week as executive ministers from both parts of Ireland joined forces to look ahead to a 'radical transportation solution'.
Island-wide transportation was in focus this week as executive ministers from both parts of Ireland joined forces to look ahead to a 'radical transportation solution'.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 7 2008, 6,574 days ago
Continuing Violence In Shoot City
Gardai in Limerick are investigating series of gun attacks in the city over the weekend. A 27-year-old man escaped unharmed from a gun attack at a house in O'Malley Park.
Gardai in Limerick are investigating series of gun attacks in the city over the weekend. A 27-year-old man escaped unharmed from a gun attack at a house in O'Malley Park.
Woman Arrested Over Christmas Murder
Gardai in Co Louth have made another arrest on Monday morning in connection with the murder of Darren McKeown in Drogheda. The 29 year-old, from Donore, died in hospital just days after being attacked by a vicious gang in Rowan Heights in the early hours of Boxing Day.
Gardai in Co Louth have made another arrest on Monday morning in connection with the murder of Darren McKeown in Drogheda. The 29 year-old, from Donore, died in hospital just days after being attacked by a vicious gang in Rowan Heights in the early hours of Boxing Day.
Taoiseach In Waiting 'Will Be Tough'
Fianna Fail's next leader has said he will make tough and unpopular decisions when he takes over as Taoiseach from Bertie Ahern. Speaking on Monday, The Taoiseach-elect Brian Cowen says Ireland is facing more challenging times and will require a new approach to policy making.
Fianna Fail's next leader has said he will make tough and unpopular decisions when he takes over as Taoiseach from Bertie Ahern. Speaking on Monday, The Taoiseach-elect Brian Cowen says Ireland is facing more challenging times and will require a new approach to policy making.
Number Of Taxis Operating Too High
The number of taxis operating in Ireland is too high and could be capped, it emerged on Monday. The Joint Committee on Transport is to review taxi licensing regulations as regulators claim the level of taxis in cities such as Dublin and Galway is causing major problems.
The number of taxis operating in Ireland is too high and could be capped, it emerged on Monday. The Joint Committee on Transport is to review taxi licensing regulations as regulators claim the level of taxis in cities such as Dublin and Galway is causing major problems.
Ahern Proposes Tribunal Overhaul
The Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has said hearings such as the Mahon Tribunal should answer to Oireachtas. Mr Ahern spoke out last week about the treatment of his former secretary at the tribunal who had been reduced to tears during cross examination.
The Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has said hearings such as the Mahon Tribunal should answer to Oireachtas. Mr Ahern spoke out last week about the treatment of his former secretary at the tribunal who had been reduced to tears during cross examination.
Irish Labour Proposes Electoral Overhaul
The Labour Party has announced the publishing of proposals for a major overhaul of Ireland's electoral process. The plans include a proposition to set up a separate independent body to take responsibility for running elections, overseeing the electoral register and drawing constituency boundaries.
The Labour Party has announced the publishing of proposals for a major overhaul of Ireland's electoral process. The plans include a proposition to set up a separate independent body to take responsibility for running elections, overseeing the electoral register and drawing constituency boundaries.
Celeb Accountant Slams Tax Loophole
‘Rip-Off Republic’ TV host, Eddie Hobbs, has censured the government for not closing a loophole used by developers. According to Mr Hobbs, tax avoidance schemes are used by developers to dodge over to €400 million in stamp duty per year.
‘Rip-Off Republic’ TV host, Eddie Hobbs, has censured the government for not closing a loophole used by developers. According to Mr Hobbs, tax avoidance schemes are used by developers to dodge over to €400 million in stamp duty per year.
Arnotts' Northern Quarter Plans Back To Drawing Board
An Bord Pleanála have rejected several major elements of Arnotts' proposed 'Northern Quarter' development, in a decision that could send plans back to the drawing board.
An Bord Pleanála have rejected several major elements of Arnotts' proposed 'Northern Quarter' development, in a decision that could send plans back to the drawing board.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.