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Irish News on Thu, May 16 2019, 2,557 days ago

Three Garda Officers Arrested In Corruption Investigation
Three serving Garda officers have been arrested in an ongoing investigation into suspected corruption within the force.
President Trump 'Still Not Welcome In Ireland' - Labour
US President Donald Trump is "exploiting Ireland for electoral purposes", Labour Senator Aodhán O Ríordáin has said. Senator Ó Ríordáin said that President Trump is "not welcome in Ireland" and we should not be facilitating a visit that he will exploit for his re-election campaign.

Irish News on Wed, May 16 2018, 2,922 days ago

Garda Appeal For Help To Trace 14-Year-Old Anastasia Kriegel
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 14-year-old Anastasia Kriegel. The teenager was last seen at her home in Leixlip, Co. Kildare at 5pm on Monday 14th May, 2018. She is described as 5'8", black shoulder length hair, sallow skin and slim build.

Irish News on Tue, May 16 2017, 3,287 days ago

Men Held Over Dublin Airport Cash Seizure
Revenue officers have seized more than €63,000 in two separate operations at Dublin Airport. Officers stopped and searched two Romanian men following routine profiling.

Irish News on Mon, May 16 2016, 3,652 days ago

Labour Question Taoiseach Over Proposed Appointment Of John Halligan
The Labour Party has called on the Taoiseach to seek a guarantee that a newly proposed Minister for State, John Halligan, will pay for his water.
Govt Must Follow Through On Commitment To Increase Garda Numbers
The government must follow through on its commitment to increase Garda numbers and invest in resources to ensure that crime is tackled effectively, Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has said.
Renewed Appeal For Information On Clonsilla Incident
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information about an incident in Lohunda Dala, Clonsilla, in which a 35-year-old woman suffered serious injuries. The woman is being treated at Beaumont Hospital where her condition is described as critical.
Witnesses Sought To Fatal Road Accident In Ballyheigue, Co Kerry
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision on the R551 at Ballyheigue, Co Kerry on Sunday, 15 May. A man, aged in his 30s, suffered fatal injuries when his motorcycle struck the footpath and a roadside pillar. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
New Minister For Agriculture Meets With EU Commissioner For Agriculture
The new Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has met with the European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Phil Hogan, for the first time since the Minister's appointment.
Minister For Sport Expresses Sadness On Passing Of Christy O'Connor Snr
Shane Ross, the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, has expressed his sadness on the passing of Christy O'Connor Snr. "Christy was a true pioneer for golf in Ireland and one of our finest sportsmen.
FG National Consultative Conference Supports Party Participation In New Government
Fine Gael's National Consultative Conference has passed a resolution in support of the party's participation in the new Government.

Irish News on Fri, May 16 2014, 4,383 days ago

Oxford International To Create 50 Jobs In Cork
Information Technology and Engineering recruitment specialists Oxford International, a division of On Assignment, announced a new €16 million investment at its Cork-based European headquarters which will result in the creation of more than 50 new jobs over the next 18 months.
Man Arrested Following Stabbing Incident
A man has taken to hospital after being stabbed in Co Wexford. The male, 34, was stabbed at a house on Grange Road at around 9.30pm on Thursday night. His condition is described as serious but stable. Gardai have arrested a 60-year-old man.
Man Dies Fleeing Raid On Garda Officers Home
A man has died following a raid on the home of senior garda officers in Co Waterford. According to reports it is believed that the man was part of group who attacked the home of senior garda officer in Dungarvan on Thursday night.
E-Cigarettes Need To Be Regulated - FG
E-cigarettes are posing a very real threat to the health of our children and it is time for Ireland to take the lead and regulate the use of such devices, Fine Gael has said.
Sinn Féin Pledge To 'Root Out Corruption Once And For All'
Sinn Féin has pledged to "root out" corruption "once and for all".
Hospital Warns Patients About Wild Foxes On Grounds
Signs have been posted around the grounds of the Rotunda Hospital warning about wild foxes. The signs warn that while the animals "may look cute" they are wild and inquisitive animals. Patients are urged to "keep doors and windows closed" and ask people not to feed the foxes.
Charity Urge Online Ad Site To Remove Animal Ads
An animal charity has said that research conducted into online trading of animals has left them "shocked at the enormity of animal abuse and the unacceptable volume of puppy trading that has been unearthed.
Dáil Hears Call For Express Postal Service For Driving License Applicants
An express postal service should be established for driving license applications and renewals, Fianna Fáil have said. The issue was raised in the Dáil by Galway East Deputy Michael Kitt the new NDLS system has caused great confusion and long waiting lists in Galway.
New Expanded Search Launched For Missing Dublin Men
A fresh has begun for two Dublin men who went missing two months ago. Gardaí say that the a search has begun along the border of counties Cavan and Meath. They are searching for Eoin O'Conno and Anthony Keegan, who were last seen in Co Cavan on 22 March.

Irish News on Thu, May 16 2013, 4,748 days ago

Investigation Launched Into Alleged Rape By Garda
A criminal investigation has been launched into an allegation that a garda officer raped a woman, the Irish Independent has reported.
Teachers' Unions Invited To Revised Croke Park II Talks
Three teachers unions have been formally invited by the Labour Relations Commission to become involved in ongoing negotiations around the revised Croke Park II agreement.
Suspected Hit-And-Run Victim Found By Side Of Road
The body of a suspected victim of a hit-and-run has been found on a roadside near Ennis, Co Clare, RTÉ have reported. It is understood that the body of a male in his 20s was found at Toberteascain on the Limerick Road near St Flannan's College at around 23:00 on Wednesday night.
Agreement Reached In Bus Éireann Dispute
Unions and Bus Éireann management have reached an agreement in a dispute over cuts. The two sides met at the Labour Relations Commission for talks that lasted some 23 hours.
Man Stabbed In Pharmacy Fight
A man was rushed to hospital with stab wounds after a fight in a Dublin pharmacy on Wednesday evening, the Irish Independent has reported.
Youth Hurling Match Abandoned After Violence
An under-16s hurling match was allegedly attacked by a man with a slash hook, the Irish Independent has reported. A garda investigation has been launched into the alleged incident, at St Patrick's in the Rhebogue area, in which a settled Traveller threatened players and coaches.
Name Shortlist For New Bridge Released
A shortlist of names for Dublin city’s newest bridge has been release by Dublin City Council ahead of a review by the next meeting of the naming committee on 12 June. RTÉ published the list of 17 names, shortlisted from 85 official nominations for the bridge at Marlborough Street.
Judge Rules In Favour Of Student To Have Video Removed From Internet
A judge has ruled in favour of a DCU student who brought a mandatory injunction case against various internet companies over a video, which falsely accused him of evading a taxi fare.
Sheep Shot Dead In Co Wicklow
The shooting dead of seven sheep in Wicklow is being investigated by garda, amid speculation that a trained marksman is responsible. Quoting the sheeps owner, Eoin Brady, the Irish Times reported his comment from the Wicklownews.

Irish News on Wed, May 16 2012, 5,113 days ago

Convicted Rapist Admits Further Offences
A 42-year-old man, who previously admitted trying to abduct a girl with the intention of sexually assaulting her, yesterday admitted attempting to falsely imprison another young woman.
Former Council Offical Jailed For Abusing Children For 27 Years
A former Clare County Council official, 61-year-old Seán Leamy, has been jailed for six years for sexually abusing five boys over 27 years. At Ennis Circuit Court yesterday, Judge Carroll Moran said that the victims had “had their childhood stolen” by Leamy.
Co Monaghan Shopkeepers Now Accepting Punts
Shopkeepers in the border town of Clones, Co Monaghan are offering to trade in the near obsolete punt to try and turn the clock back on the recession and euro currency crisis.
Call Made For Independent Review Of RTÉ Programming
Fianna Fáil TD Éamon Ó Cuív has called for an independent review into the preparation, editing and balance of current affairs programmes on RTÉ television and radio.
400 New Jobs To Be Created By The Rehab Group
The Rehab Group, which provides support services and job opportunity for disabled people, has announced that it plans to recruit 750 new staff over the next three years. Over 400 of these positions will be based in Ireland.
Row Escalates Over Additional Green Light On Taxis
A row has broken out over an additional small green light that has been added to a number of taxis around Dublin city, which have been interrupted as being a racist gesture.
Man Injured In Ballyfermot Pub Shooting
A 32-year-old man is being treated in hospital following a shooting incident outside the Ruby Finnegans pub in Ballyfermot. The man was sitting in his car when an unknown male approached and fired a number of shots. The victim was able to drive himself to Cloverhill Prison where he received helped.
ASA Ban Paddy Power Transgender TV Ad
The UKs Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld complaints over an advert for Irish bookmaker Paddy Power featuring transgender people. The ad broadcast during February ahead of Ladies' Day at the Cheltenham Festival invited viewers to spot the "stallions" from the "mares".
Ireland's Last 'Occupy' Camp Removed
Gardai and council chiefs have dismantled Ireland’s last standing Occupy protest camp. Officials removed Occupy Galway activists from Eyre Square at about 4.30am on Wednesday morning. Six men were in the camp, which was established almost seven months ago, when gardai began the operation.

Irish News on Mon, May 16 2011, 5,479 days ago

Taoiseach Discusses Queen's Visit To Ireland
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has spoken to BBC and Sky News in advance of Queen Elizabeth’s arrival in Ireland. The Taoiseach discussed the significance of the Queen’s visit, relations between Ireland and Britain, as well as the EU/IMF bailout deal, and the restructuring of the banks.
Shock As Belfast Children Pick Up Bomb
Two politicians in the North have joined condemnations from the PSNI after a pipe bomb-type device found by children sparked a security alert in north Belfast.
80 New Jobs Created At NPD Group
Minister of State at the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has today officially opened The NPD Group’s new facility in Athlone. The new facility, a full Global IT/Operations Centre, means an increase from the current 20 employees to 100 over the next three years.
RTÉ Commission New Fanfare for Queen's Visit
The RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra will be one of a number of artists performing at the special ceremony celebrating the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Ireland on Thursday 19 May.
Stormont Executive Ministers Named
The Stormont parties have named their ministerial teams for the new Executive. The DUP's Arlene Foster has once again been named as Enterprise Minister, having previously held the post during the last assembly term and Sammy Wilson also returns to the role of Finance minister.
Jedward 'Win The Hearts Of Europe'
RTÉ have issued a statement of congratulations to Jedward on their high energy performance at Saturday night's Eurovision Song Contest, from Dusseldorf. Glen Killane, RTÉ MDTV, said: "Jedward have done us proud.
VIP Visitors To Cost Ireland €30m
The beleaguered Irish economy is facing a major policing bill as the entire operation for the Queen's visit this week and next week's overnight visit by US President Barack Obama is expected to be close to €30m.

Irish News on Fri, May 16 2008, 6,574 days ago

Fatal Fire Probed
Gardai in Clonmel are examining the circumstances surrounding a house fire at Father Terry Park, Fethard, Co Tipperary which occurred at approximately 1.30am this morning - Friday. Gardai and units from Clonmel Fire Brigade attended the scene and human remains were subsequently discovered.
NW200 Continues, Despite Tragedy
Even though a second tragedy has shattered a famous Ulster road-racing family, the North West 200 road race - in which Robert Dunlop died last night - is to go ahead. The fatal accident came after his equally famous brother Joey was killed in a racing accident, in Estonia, in 2000.
Two Arrested Over Athlone Death
Two people have been arrested in connection with the suspicious death of an Athlone woman. Lillian Scanlon, who was in her late 40s, was found dead on the kitchen floor of her house at 10am last Friday at Valley Court in Athlone Co Westmeath.
'Phenomenal' Fuel Prices Hit A Record High
Diesel and petrol prices have hit a record high today, according to a new survey by motoring lobby group AA. The report, which has highlighted the continued price hikes, found the average price of diesel is currently 132.4c - a 7.8c increase in the last month. Meanwhile, petrol has increased by 3.
Ireland Film Goes Digital
Ireland's planned new digital free-to-air film channel - the Irish Film Channel - has got final clearance to hit the airwaves, The state-funded station - which will show Irish and World cinema around the clock - is to be up and running by the end of 2009.
Dublin 'Bed-Night' Tax Could Raise €20m
The Irish capital is not only to seek a share of income tax, stamp duty and VAT generated in the city, but also to lobby for the power to levy rates on government buildings, schools, universities and hospitals in its area - and to raise funds from hotel 'bed nights' from tourism too.
Patients Affected By 'Misdiagnosis' To Be Rechecked
Thousands of hospital patients in the northeast who were affected by the possible misdiagnosis of their CT scans and chest X-rays are due to receive notification that their files are being rechecked.
'Large Irish Presence' At Cannes
The focal point for the Irish film industry at the Cannes Film Festival, the Irish Pavilion, has opened again for business this week, with over 200 of the leading lights of the Irish film industry flying out to the festival to promote and sell new Irish cinema.
Recruitment Programme Appealing For Irish Astronauts
Irish applicants have been urged to take part in the human spaceflight missions of the 21st Century with the launch of the European Space Agency (ESA). The recruitment drive, looking for applicants across Europe, has been welcomed by Dr Jimmy Devins, Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation.
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