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Irish News on Mon, Dec 16 2019, 2,192 days ago
€38.5m Targeted Youth Funding Scheme Launched
A new targeted youth funding scheme, worth €38.5 million, has been launched by the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone. The scheme, entitled UBU - Your Place Your Space, brings together four already existing, overlapping schemes with a value of over €38.5 million.
A new targeted youth funding scheme, worth €38.5 million, has been launched by the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone. The scheme, entitled UBU - Your Place Your Space, brings together four already existing, overlapping schemes with a value of over €38.5 million.
Irish News on Fri, Dec 16 2016, 3,287 days ago
Gardai And RSA Issue Road Warnings Ahead Of Holidays
Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have issued a reminder to drivers about drink-driving over Christmas and the New Year.
Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have issued a reminder to drivers about drink-driving over Christmas and the New Year.
Irish News on Wed, Dec 16 2015, 3,653 days ago
Dept Of Environment Has 'Serious Questions' To Answer Over Tendering Process - FF
Minister for Environment Alan Kelly has "serious questions" to answer over his role in helping a for-profit company secure a contract for a scheme arranged by his department, according to Fianna Fáil.
Minister for Environment Alan Kelly has "serious questions" to answer over his role in helping a for-profit company secure a contract for a scheme arranged by his department, according to Fianna Fáil.
FF Propose New Bill For 1916 Historical Quarter
Fianna Fáil has proposed a new Bill that would see the development of a 1916 historical quarter in Dublin.
Fianna Fáil has proposed a new Bill that would see the development of a 1916 historical quarter in Dublin.
Energy White Paper Leads Way To Carbon Emissions Reductions
Minister for Energy, Alex White, has published an energy white paper, which identifies actions to reduce Ireland's energy-related carbon emissions by between 80% and 95% by 2050.
Minister for Energy, Alex White, has published an energy white paper, which identifies actions to reduce Ireland's energy-related carbon emissions by between 80% and 95% by 2050.
Two Arrested Following Heroin Seizure In Limerick
Two men have been arrested in connection with a heroin seizure in Limerick. Gardaí from Henry Street recovered heroin worth an estimated €50,000 during a search of a house at St Mary's Park on Tuesday 15 December.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a heroin seizure in Limerick. Gardaí from Henry Street recovered heroin worth an estimated €50,000 during a search of a house at St Mary's Park on Tuesday 15 December.
Garda Appeal For Missing Cork Man
Gardai in Gurranabraher have appealed for information on the whereabouts of David Mannix, who has been missing since Saturday 12 December. 50-year-old Mr Mannix was last seen at Bakers Road, Gurranabraher, Cork at about 09:30.
Gardai in Gurranabraher have appealed for information on the whereabouts of David Mannix, who has been missing since Saturday 12 December. 50-year-old Mr Mannix was last seen at Bakers Road, Gurranabraher, Cork at about 09:30.
Cash Seized At Shannon Airport
Revenue officers have seized a quantity of cash at Shannon Airport. It is understood the cash was seized from a Polish national at the airport on Monday. The woman, in her twenties, was stopped and questioned by Revenue officers prior to boarding a flight to Wroclaw in Poland.
Revenue officers have seized a quantity of cash at Shannon Airport. It is understood the cash was seized from a Polish national at the airport on Monday. The woman, in her twenties, was stopped and questioned by Revenue officers prior to boarding a flight to Wroclaw in Poland.
Government Publishes Road Traffic Bill 2015
The government has approved the publication of the Road Traffic Bill 2015, Transport Minister Paschal Donohoe has announced.
The government has approved the publication of the Road Traffic Bill 2015, Transport Minister Paschal Donohoe has announced.
'Incredible Beauty' Of Sceilg Mhichíl To Be Showcased To International Audience
The "incredible beauty" of Sceilg Mhichíl will be showcased to an unrivalled global audience, the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys has said ahead of the Irish premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
The "incredible beauty" of Sceilg Mhichíl will be showcased to an unrivalled global audience, the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys has said ahead of the Irish premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Belfast Woman Arrested In Connection With Irish Drug Seizure
Police have arrested a 26-year-old woman after herbal cannabis, worth an estimated street value of £40,000, was seized in the Republic of Ireland (RoI).
Police have arrested a 26-year-old woman after herbal cannabis, worth an estimated street value of £40,000, was seized in the Republic of Ireland (RoI).
Irish News on Tue, Dec 16 2014, 4,018 days ago
Man Arrested And 'Large Amount' Of Cash Seized In Co Monaghan Raid
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have seized a "large amount" of cash and property during a planned search on Monday. Local garda supported the Criminal Assets Bureau in searching a premises near Castleblaney in Co Monaghan, where approximately €300,000 in cash was uncovered.
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have seized a "large amount" of cash and property during a planned search on Monday. Local garda supported the Criminal Assets Bureau in searching a premises near Castleblaney in Co Monaghan, where approximately €300,000 in cash was uncovered.
Sinn Féin Call For Referendum On Voting Age
Sinn Féin has called for a referendum to be held on lowering the voting age.
Sinn Féin has called for a referendum to be held on lowering the voting age.
Bill Kelleher To Stand For Fianna Fáil In General Election
Health spokesperson Bill Kelleher has been chosen to stand in the upcoming General Election for Fianna Fáil in the newly enlarged Cork North Central constituency. The party held a selection convention in Cork's Commons Inn Hotel, with Deputy Kelleher the only candidate selected.
Health spokesperson Bill Kelleher has been chosen to stand in the upcoming General Election for Fianna Fáil in the newly enlarged Cork North Central constituency. The party held a selection convention in Cork's Commons Inn Hotel, with Deputy Kelleher the only candidate selected.
Six Arrested In Garda Drug Raids
A garda operation targeting gangs involved in manufacturing drugs launched raids on Tuesday morning at 20 different address across the south east of Ireland. More than 60 officers were involved in the raids in counties Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary and Waterford.
A garda operation targeting gangs involved in manufacturing drugs launched raids on Tuesday morning at 20 different address across the south east of Ireland. More than 60 officers were involved in the raids in counties Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary and Waterford.
Garda Officers Seriously Injured In East Cork Rampage
Two garda officers are being treated for serious injuries after a number of altercations with a group of men in east Cork on Monday. It is understood the incident began shortly after midnight when a car failed to stop for gardaí on the outskirts of Killeagh.
Two garda officers are being treated for serious injuries after a number of altercations with a group of men in east Cork on Monday. It is understood the incident began shortly after midnight when a car failed to stop for gardaí on the outskirts of Killeagh.
Support Sought For Ireland's First Residential Drug Treatment Centre
Drug addiction service, the Ana Liffey project, is hoping to establish Ireland's first drug treatment centre in Dublin's city centre. Called a residential stabilisation service, the Ana Liffey project, introduced its new strategic plan for "a creative approach to targeting drug related harm".
Drug addiction service, the Ana Liffey project, is hoping to establish Ireland's first drug treatment centre in Dublin's city centre. Called a residential stabilisation service, the Ana Liffey project, introduced its new strategic plan for "a creative approach to targeting drug related harm".
Irish News on Mon, Dec 16 2013, 4,383 days ago
Two Injured In Stabbing Incident
A man and woman are being treated in hospital for stab wounds after being attacked in Ballymun in Dublin. Gardaí believe that the woman was attacked and stabbed by an unknown man on Coultry Place at around 10am on Monday morning.
A man and woman are being treated in hospital for stab wounds after being attacked in Ballymun in Dublin. Gardaí believe that the woman was attacked and stabbed by an unknown man on Coultry Place at around 10am on Monday morning.
Two Held After Post Office Raid
Gardaí in Co Dublin have arrested two men in connection with the armed robbery of a post office. According to reports two men entered the Clonsilla Post Office at around 10am. They escaped with an undisclosed sum of cash.
Gardaí in Co Dublin have arrested two men in connection with the armed robbery of a post office. According to reports two men entered the Clonsilla Post Office at around 10am. They escaped with an undisclosed sum of cash.
Two Arrested Digging Up €1m In Cash
Two men have been arrested after being caught digging up more than €1 million in cash on the outskirts of Limerick. The men were found digging up the money in an area known as Portcrusha, Montpelier, Co. Limerick, on Sunday. It is believed that the money is the proceeds of crime.
Two men have been arrested after being caught digging up more than €1 million in cash on the outskirts of Limerick. The men were found digging up the money in an area known as Portcrusha, Montpelier, Co. Limerick, on Sunday. It is believed that the money is the proceeds of crime.
Four Arrested After Cannabis Plants Discovered
Gardaí in Cork have arrested four men and recovered cannabis plants with an estimated street value of €100,000. The plants were uncovered in a planned search of a house in Rusheen in Macroom, Co Cork. It is understood that the four men are aged between their late teens and early 30s.
Gardaí in Cork have arrested four men and recovered cannabis plants with an estimated street value of €100,000. The plants were uncovered in a planned search of a house in Rusheen in Macroom, Co Cork. It is understood that the four men are aged between their late teens and early 30s.
Two Held In Murder Investigation After Man Shot Dead
Gardaí have launched a murder investigation after the shooting of a 41-year-old man in Finglas on Sunday evening. Edward O'Connor, from Barn Lodge, Finglas, died after he was shot several times on the Ballycoolin Road in Finglas. The incident happened at around 17:00 on Sunday.
Gardaí have launched a murder investigation after the shooting of a 41-year-old man in Finglas on Sunday evening. Edward O'Connor, from Barn Lodge, Finglas, died after he was shot several times on the Ballycoolin Road in Finglas. The incident happened at around 17:00 on Sunday.
Taoiseach Addresses Nation As Bail-Out Programme Ends
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said that the country is "moving in the right direction" as the three-year bailout programme has now ended.
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said that the country is "moving in the right direction" as the three-year bailout programme has now ended.
China Pledges Funding For New International UCD Campus
University College Dublin is to establish a new international campus in the coastal city of Yantai in the province of Shandong.
University College Dublin is to establish a new international campus in the coastal city of Yantai in the province of Shandong.
Air And Sea Search Resumed For Missing Fisherman
A search of the sea at Blackhead, Co Clare, has resumed for a fisherman who fell into the water on Sunday afternoon. The coastguard at Doolin, the RNLI lifeboat from the Aran Islands and the Shannon-based rescue helicopter are carrying out an air and sea search for the missing man.
A search of the sea at Blackhead, Co Clare, has resumed for a fisherman who fell into the water on Sunday afternoon. The coastguard at Doolin, the RNLI lifeboat from the Aran Islands and the Shannon-based rescue helicopter are carrying out an air and sea search for the missing man.
Flybe Ending Services Out Of Ireland
Flybe, Europe's largest regional airline, is to pull out of Shannon Airport. Flybe was the first airline that committed to Shannon after the airport had secured its independence from the Dublin Airport Authority at the beginning of the year.
Flybe, Europe's largest regional airline, is to pull out of Shannon Airport. Flybe was the first airline that committed to Shannon after the airport had secured its independence from the Dublin Airport Authority at the beginning of the year.
Irish News on Fri, Dec 16 2011, 5,114 days ago
Ms Quinn Ordered To Pay Anglo €3M
The wife of Seán Quinn has been told to repay the former Anglo Irish Bank over €3 million over a loan she signed for with her husband five years ago. Patricia Quinn said she was a homemaker for 36 years and had no knowledge of business matters.
The wife of Seán Quinn has been told to repay the former Anglo Irish Bank over €3 million over a loan she signed for with her husband five years ago. Patricia Quinn said she was a homemaker for 36 years and had no knowledge of business matters.
TD Opposition To Household Tax Doubles
The number of TDs threatening to boycott the Government's household charge has doubled to 18 since Thursday. The government announced in the budget a household charge of €100 would come into effect in January with those failing to pay by March facing a fine of €2,500.
The number of TDs threatening to boycott the Government's household charge has doubled to 18 since Thursday. The government announced in the budget a household charge of €100 would come into effect in January with those failing to pay by March facing a fine of €2,500.
Police Launch Xmas Road Safety Campaign
Garda and the Road Safety Authority are on Friday launching their road safety campaign for the Christmas and New Year Period, in an effort to keep Irish road deaths falling.
Garda and the Road Safety Authority are on Friday launching their road safety campaign for the Christmas and New Year Period, in an effort to keep Irish road deaths falling.
SIPTU Calls For Redundancy Pay For Plant Workers
One of Ireland's largest unions has said a way must be found to provide Vita Cortex workers with their legal redundancy entitlements when the company’s Cork plant ceases operation on Friday.
One of Ireland's largest unions has said a way must be found to provide Vita Cortex workers with their legal redundancy entitlements when the company’s Cork plant ceases operation on Friday.
Firms Announce Equality Initiative
The body representing Ireland's small and medium enterprises have launched a guide to equality in the workplace saying it can enhance performance.
The body representing Ireland's small and medium enterprises have launched a guide to equality in the workplace saying it can enhance performance.
Cork Printers Win Major Funding Boost
A Cork-based digital publishing firm has today announced it has secured €1.3m of new equity funding to support the future growth and development of the company.
A Cork-based digital publishing firm has today announced it has secured €1.3m of new equity funding to support the future growth and development of the company.
North's Large Stores 'Tax' Boosts Smaller Ones
The North is to introduce a controversal levy on large stores - but at a lower rate than originally proposed. The 'Tesco tax' as it has been named means that large retailers might then limit investment - and cost job creation opportunities.
The North is to introduce a controversal levy on large stores - but at a lower rate than originally proposed. The 'Tesco tax' as it has been named means that large retailers might then limit investment - and cost job creation opportunities.
Planned Co Dublin Colleges Seeks Parents' Input
The deadline for expressions of interest from parents for a development of proposed new multi-denominational, co-educational and fully inclusive community colleges has been extended.
The deadline for expressions of interest from parents for a development of proposed new multi-denominational, co-educational and fully inclusive community colleges has been extended.
Irish News on Thu, Dec 16 2010, 5,479 days ago
Abortion Laws Violate Irish Rights: Court
The European Court of Human Rights has found the Irish Republic is in violation of the rights of a woman with cancer who travelled to the UK for an abortion. Today's ruling in Strasbourg could require a change to Irish law.
The European Court of Human Rights has found the Irish Republic is in violation of the rights of a woman with cancer who travelled to the UK for an abortion. Today's ruling in Strasbourg could require a change to Irish law.
EU Min Wage Demands 'Contrary To Treaty'
The Leader of the Irish Labour Party in the European Parliament has spoke of his anger at the European Union, whose bailout demands, including a reduction in Ireland's minimum wage, were "completely contrary to the European Treaties".
The Leader of the Irish Labour Party in the European Parliament has spoke of his anger at the European Union, whose bailout demands, including a reduction in Ireland's minimum wage, were "completely contrary to the European Treaties".
Satisfaction With Gov At Record Low – Poll
A poll published today has revealed support for the Irish Government is at a record low and that Fine Gael are the most favoured party.
A poll published today has revealed support for the Irish Government is at a record low and that Fine Gael are the most favoured party.
Abolition Of Imprisonment Over Fines Urged
The Law Reform Commission has issued a recommendation to completely abolish imprisonment of people who cannot pay fines. The independent statutory body said it supported a new non-court system to settle personal debt and recommended a move away from courts.
The Law Reform Commission has issued a recommendation to completely abolish imprisonment of people who cannot pay fines. The independent statutory body said it supported a new non-court system to settle personal debt and recommended a move away from courts.
Belfast Security Alert 'Latest Incident'
While no one was hurt in an overnight gun attack on a house in west Belfast, a suspect object is this morning being examined by Army bomb experts in south Belfast.
While no one was hurt in an overnight gun attack on a house in west Belfast, a suspect object is this morning being examined by Army bomb experts in south Belfast.
Irish News on Wed, Dec 16 2009, 5,844 days ago
Crash Death Garda Buried Today
The funeral of the young garda who died in a road crash in Co Donegal at the weekend has taken place in Co Leitrim.
The funeral of the young garda who died in a road crash in Co Donegal at the weekend has taken place in Co Leitrim.
Balbriggan Fatal Accident Probed
Gardai at Balbriggan, Co Dublin are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Balrothery, Balbriggan, on the R132 at approximately 8am this morning, (Wednesday). A car and a motorcyclist were in collision. The male motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Gardai at Balbriggan, Co Dublin are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Balrothery, Balbriggan, on the R132 at approximately 8am this morning, (Wednesday). A car and a motorcyclist were in collision. The male motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Flood Aid 'Delivered Slowly'
Many of the victims of last month's flooding are still waiting for the promised compensation from the Government. People affected by the recent deluges in the east of the State has received less than €500,000 of the €10m cash from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Many of the victims of last month's flooding are still waiting for the promised compensation from the Government. People affected by the recent deluges in the east of the State has received less than €500,000 of the €10m cash from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
EU Reaches Deal On Fishing Quotas
European Union ministers have reached a deal to reduce many of next year's fish quotas for overexploited species, while cautiously increasing others to ensure the livelihood of fishermen.
European Union ministers have reached a deal to reduce many of next year's fish quotas for overexploited species, while cautiously increasing others to ensure the livelihood of fishermen.
Sales Falling Across Major Sectors
The volume of retail sales across the Irish Republic decreased by 9.1% in October 2009 compared to October 2008. According to the Central Statistics Office, (excluding price effects) there was a monthly decrease of 0.3% and, if motor trades are excluded, the volume of retail sales decreased by 6.
The volume of retail sales across the Irish Republic decreased by 9.1% in October 2009 compared to October 2008. According to the Central Statistics Office, (excluding price effects) there was a monthly decrease of 0.3% and, if motor trades are excluded, the volume of retail sales decreased by 6.
Irish Shoppers Make Belfast Buzz
Last year, 800,000 shoppers from the Republic of Ireland spent an estimated £94 million in Belfast during the run up to Christmas.
Last year, 800,000 shoppers from the Republic of Ireland spent an estimated £94 million in Belfast during the run up to Christmas.
Jedward For Celeb Big Brother?
Controversial X Factor twins John and Edward AKA Jedward have reportedly been offered £270,000 to appear on Channel 4's Celebrity Big Brother next month. Dublin's Evening Herald has reported that negotiations for the pair to appear on the reality TV show have been ongoing for weeks.
Controversial X Factor twins John and Edward AKA Jedward have reportedly been offered £270,000 to appear on Channel 4's Celebrity Big Brother next month. Dublin's Evening Herald has reported that negotiations for the pair to appear on the reality TV show have been ongoing for weeks.
Poetry Arrives By Train
The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) has marked its 25 anniversary with different events, including a poem competition.
The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) has marked its 25 anniversary with different events, including a poem competition.
Farm Flood Aid Deadline Looms
Farmers affected by recent serious flooding have until the end of this week to submit applications for assistance under the Aid Scheme for Damaged Fodder, Junior Agriculture Minister Tony Killeen has confirmed.
Farmers affected by recent serious flooding have until the end of this week to submit applications for assistance under the Aid Scheme for Damaged Fodder, Junior Agriculture Minister Tony Killeen has confirmed.
Irish News on Tue, Dec 16 2008, 6,209 days ago
HSE Cuts Slammed
Where there are fears being expressed regionally over the long-term provision of health care - such as local politicians taking issue over the intake of student nurses at the Letterkenny Institute of Technology - which may have to be cut by 20% in the coming year, a national alert has also been soun
Where there are fears being expressed regionally over the long-term provision of health care - such as local politicians taking issue over the intake of student nurses at the Letterkenny Institute of Technology - which may have to be cut by 20% in the coming year, a national alert has also been soun
Man Seen Running From Howth Killing
Gardaí have issued a public appeal for witnesses to the killing of a woman in Howth in Dublin, after a man was spotted running from the scene.
Gardaí have issued a public appeal for witnesses to the killing of a woman in Howth in Dublin, after a man was spotted running from the scene.
Students Nonplused For Maths
An apparent drop in numbers of students taking high-level maths at their Leaving Cert has led to calls for additional bonus points for those who take the unpopular test. A Government advisory group has spoken out today recommending bonus college points are introduced.
An apparent drop in numbers of students taking high-level maths at their Leaving Cert has led to calls for additional bonus points for those who take the unpopular test. A Government advisory group has spoken out today recommending bonus college points are introduced.
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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.