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Irish News on Mon, Apr 1 2019, 2,557 days ago

Status Yellow Warning Issued For Snow And Ice In 10 Counties
A Status Yellow weather warning has been issued for snow and ice across ten counties.

Irish News on Fri, Apr 1 2016, 3,652 days ago

'Male Juvenile' Charged With Fatal Assault In Co Mayo
Gardaí have charged a "male juvenile" in connection with a fatal assault in Co Mayo. The juvenile is due to appear before Castlebar District Court charged in connection with the incident at Claremount Manor, Knock Road, Claremorris, on Saturday, 19 December.
Appeal Issued For Missing 13-Year-Old
Gardaí in Dublin have issued an appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing 13-year-old boy. Destiny Omoruyi was reported missing from his home in Moynihan Court, Dublin on Wednesday, 30 March. He is described as approximately 5ft tall, of broad build with black hair and brown eyes.
SIPTU 'Dismayed' At Transdev CEO Failure To Meet With Workers
SIPTU, the union representing Luas drives, has said that it is "dismayed" at the failure of the Transdev CEO to meet with workers during his visit to Ireland.
Transdev Praised For Commitment To Providing Luas Service
Transdev has been praised for its commitment to delivering ongoing Luas services by Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe.
New €140m Technology Investment Fund Announced
Atlantic Bridge has announced a new €140 million investment fund for technology companies with global scalability. The Atlantic Bridge III fund is supported by the Department of Jobs through Enterprise Ireland and has been welcomed by Minister for Jobs Richard Bruton.
All Parties Must Work Together To Tackle Homelessness - SF
All parties in the Dáil have been urged to work together to produce emergency measures to tackle homelessness, Sinn Féin's Dessie Ellis has said. Deputy Ellis made the call while attending a forum on housing and homelessness organised by the Department of Environment today.
Teenager To Appear In Court Over Lorcan O'Reilly Murder
A 15-year-old male charged in connection with the death of Lorcan O'Reilly is due to appear before Dublin District Court this morning, 01 April. The teenager was arrested on Thursday by officers investigating Mr Lorcan's death.

Irish News on Wed, Apr 1 2015, 4,018 days ago

Center Parcs To Invest €100m In New Complex In Longford
Holiday resort firm, Center Parcs, has announced it is to invest €100m in a new complex in Longford. Fianna Fáil TD for Longford - Westmeath, Robert Troy, has welcomed the announcement. Deputy Troy said: "The announcement is a huge boost to Longford and the wider Midlands Region.
Man Arrested Over House Fire In Co Kildare
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a house fire in Newbridge, County Kildare. Gardaí and the fire service attended the scene at Millford Manor estate at around 4pm on Tuesday. A number of houses had to be evacuated and six properties were extensively damaged.
Govt Urged To Reach Agreement On Meningitis B Vaccine
Fianna Fáil is calling on the Government to reach a cost-effective agreement on the introduction of a meningitis B vaccination.
Garda To Take On 250 New Recruits
Garda is to take on 250 new recruits. Speaking ahead of her address to the Annual Conference of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI), Frances Fitzgerald TD, Minister for Justice and Equality has confirmed the recruits will enter Garda College in 2015.
Two Ryanair Planes Clip Each Other At Dublin Airport
Two Ryanair planes have clipped each other on the taxiway at Dublin airport. No-one was injured in the incident and the passengers were brought back to the airport safely. In a statement, Ryanair said: "Two of our aircraft were taxiing slowly to the runway at Dublin Airport this morning.
Milk Quotas Abolished Across The EU
Milk quotas across the European Union (EU) have been abolished. The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, has welcomed the news and said this is the most fundamental change to Irish Agriculture in a generation.
Minister Announces €1.5bn Social Housing Plan
Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Alan Kelly T.D. has announced housing targets for each local authority area out to 2017. Over €1.

Irish News on Tue, Apr 1 2014, 4,383 days ago

Five Arrested Following Dublin Protest
Gardai arrested five people following a protest outside the Department of Justice building in Dublin. The five were arrested for public order offences. They were charged at Pearse Street Garda Station and released. All five are due to appear in court on 23 April.
Labour Strongly Oppose GAA And Sky Sports Deal
Labour Party Deputies Willie Penrose and Jack Wall have strongly argued against a potential pay-per-view deal between the GAA and Sky Sports, stating that it will deny many supporters access to league and championship games.
Over 40,000 Treated For Alcohol Abuse In Four Years
More than 40,000 cases were treated for problem alcohol use between 2008 and 2012 according to new figures from the Health Research Board (HRB). The total number of cases increased from 7,940 in 2008, to 8,604 in 2011, then decreased to 8,336 in 2012.
Call For Minister To Resolve Delay In Shannon LNG Project
Fianna Fáil Senator Ned O'Sullivan is calling on the Energy Minister to take a more hands-on approach to resolve the delay in the Shannon LNG project.
Two Arrested Following Post Office Raid
Two men have been arrested following an armed robbery of a post office in Dublin. At around 11am two men entered the premises, at The Mill Shopping Centre in Clondalkin, carrying what is believed to be firearms, and demanded money. The pair made off with a sum of money but were later arrested.
Call For NI Roads To Be Exempt From HGV Levy
Deputy Chair of the Enterprise Committee, Phil Flanagan MLA has reiterated Sinn Féin's call for roads in the North to be exempt from the HGV Levy being imposed from today by the British Government. Mr Flanagan said: "The HGV Levy, imposed on us by the British Government, comes into effect today.
KEMP To Create 50 New Jobs In Limerick
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton TD has announced that 50 new high end technology based positions will be created over the next three years by US software company KEMP Technologies at its EMEA HQ in Limerick, bringing its current Irish workforce to 80.

Irish News on Fri, Apr 1 2011, 5,479 days ago

Two Charged Over Cross-Border Drugs Seizure
Two men arrested in relation to a cross-border drugs operation have been charged. They will appear before Dublin District Court at the CCJ, Pargate Street, at 10.30am today. Drugs with an estimated street value of €420,000 was seized as part of an ongoing cross-border operation.
€36m Earmarked In Drugs Savings
Following a consultation process under the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act 2009, Health Minister Reilly is to reduce certain payments made by the HSE to community pharmacy contractors under the General Medical Services and community drugs schemes.
Capt Nairac Murder Accused 'Not Guilty'
An infamous IRA killing in the Irish Republic was in focus today with a Co Armagh man cleared of the murder of undercover soldier Captain Robert Nairac 33 years ago.
Michael Kitt TD Elected Leas-Cheann Comhairle
Michael Kitt, Teachta Dala for Galway East has been appointed to the position of Leas Cheann Comhairle for the 31st Dáil.
North's Paramilitary Watchdogs Dissolved
The very last reports from the paramilitary watchdogs on the North's illegal groups won't be seen until after the coming elections.
Lynch Welcomes Relocation Of Mental Health Services
The Mental Health Minister, Kathleen Lynch, has welcomed the temporary transfer of the Mental Health Services for Older People. The In Patient Unit at St. Ita’s, Portrane, is to move to a new Community Nursing Unit at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Fairview.
Regret As North's Police Reserve Ends
The disbandment of the North's police Full Time Reserve (FTR) is wrong - as the necessary conditions to allow its dissolution have not yet been met, the Chairman of the Police Federation of Northern Ireland has said.
Arson Suspected As Blaze Almost Claims Life
Police in the North are investigating two suspected arson attacks in a residential area of east Belfast. In the latest incident, a house at St Leonard's Crescent was almost destroyed in a blaze. Occupant Stephen McElwee was asleep when his home went up in flames.
School Buildings Projects Get Green Light
The Irish Education Minister Ruairi Quinn has this week announced a €41.2m Summer building works scheme. he said that 453 primary and post-primary schools were listed as successful applicants.

Irish News on Thu, Apr 1 2010, 5,844 days ago

Labour Welcomes EU Inquiry On Anglo
The Labour party has welcomed today's announcement from the European Commission that the Government's plans to recapitalize the Anglo Irish Bank will be investigated.
Over 76% Of Irish Targeted By Scams
The National Consumer Agency is using April Fool's Day to remind consumers to remain vigilant about scams and not to get caught out by con artists, as it publishes new research on scamming in the Republic.
Letters Reveal Opposing Positions Over Poolbeg
Letters released today have revealed completely opposed positions between the Environment Minister John Gormley and Dublin City Manager John Tierney over the highly controversial incinerator at Poolbeg.
Irish Manufacturing Expands
Irish manufacturing expanded in March for the first time in more than two years as the global economic recovery boosted export demand, the Irish Independent has reported. An index of manufacturing activity increased to 53 from 48.6 in February, NCB Stockbrokers said in a monthly report today.
'Revolutionary' Pay Deal Unpopular
It has emerged that the pay deal struck between unions representing public sector workers and management may be in trouble.
Medium Industries Welcome Banking Plan
Irish small and medium industries have welcomed Brian Lenihan's plans to recapitalize the State's banks, which they expect to kick-start the credit cycle.
Funding Promised To Tackle Galway Flooding
Fianna Fáil TD Noel Treacy has confirmed funding has been allocated for flood relief works in East Galway.
Appeal Renewed Over Farrell Murder
An appeal for information over the murder of Matt Farrell in County Offaly has been renewed one year on. Gardai investigating the murder which, occurred at the Gaelic Bar in Daingean, on April 1 2009 said they are still looking for vital information from the public.
400 Jobs To Be Created In T2 Retail Outlets
The Dublin Airport Authority has revealed some 400 retail jobs will be created when Terminal Two (T2) opens in November.

Irish News on Wed, Apr 1 2009, 6,209 days ago

Pair Arrested Over David Lynch Murder
Gardaí investigating the murder of 26-year-old David Lynch this morning arrested a man and a woman in relation to the investigation. The pair, both aged in their mid 20s were reportedly picked up in a Dublin city centre hotel by armed detectives from the Garda's Emergency Response Unit.
Publican's Body Found
The body of a public house owner in Co Offaly has been discovered in suspicious circumstances. Officers are investigating after the discovery of the man who was in his 60s at 7.30am on Wednesday.
Two Men Sought After Savage Rape
The hunt is on for two young men who savagely raped a middle-aged woman in a Dublin park early yesterday morning. The 55-year-old victim was being treated at the sexual assault unit in the Rotunda hospital last night, and Gardai are hoping to interview her further today.
Taxi Drivers Stage Galway Protest
Taxi drivers in Galway City have staged an hour-long lunchtime protest as part of the ongoing national campaign to stem the growing number of licenses being issued for new drivers. Between midday and 1pm drivers at the city's two main ranks refused to take passengers.
Live Register Jumps By 20,000
Despite hints from the the Finance Minister yesterday that this months Live Register would hold good news, another 20,000 people have signed on, according to the Central Statistics Office. Today's Live Register figures for March bring the seasonally adjusted total claiming benefits to 372,800.
Injuries Plague Irish Soccer Underdogs
A number of Ireland's first team players will be out of action due to injury for the crucial world cup qualifier in Italy tonight. Wolves' attacker Andy Keogh is set to start for the Republic of Ireland this evening, with Aiden McGeady out due to a knee injury.
Kilo Of Heroin Seized In Dublin
A man in his 20s has been arrested after Gardaí discovered over a kilo of heroin in his car. Gardai seized the stash of class A drug and arrested the man in his 20's following an operation at St Laurence's Road, Ballyfermot, Dublin, yesterday.
Dublin Airport Protest Leads To Disruption
A protest at Dublin Airport by SR Technics workers has caused traffic disruption in the area. Gardai are advising that there may be disruption near Dublin Airport from around 11am due to a march planned by the employees of SR Technics. Gardai are at the scene to assist with traffic management.
One Stabbed, One Shot And Five Arrested In Tipperary
Five men have been arrested following an attack on two men in Tipperary. During the attack one man received stab wounds to his back and a second man received a gun shot wound to his leg. One of the men was taken to the Regional Hospital Limerick and the second man to South Tipperary Hospital.

Irish News on Tue, Apr 1 2008, 6,574 days ago

Ahern's Mahon Tribunal Challenge Begins At High Court
The Irish Taoiseach’s challenge to the Mahon Tribunal is due to begin on Tuesday. Bertie Ahern is taking the Tribunal to the High Court in an effort to restrict the tribunal’s scope to investigate, and to gain access to some of the tribunal’s own privy information.
Man Gets Five Years For Samurai Sword Killing
A man has been sentenced to five years for fatally stabbing his friend after a night of drugs and alcohol. Timothy Kavanagh from Rathsallagh Park, Shankill, Co Dublin was convicted of killing Yohan Verhoeven, a known drug dealer.
Two Arrested Over Aidan Myers Murder
Two people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Aidan Myers, gardaí have confirmed. Mr Myers, 37, was killed by a gang who had attempted to hijack the car in which he was a passenger in Faughart, Co. Louth on December 12, 2006. He died after being attacked by a machete.
Economist Predicts No Growth For Ireland's Economy
The Celtic Tiger may have come to an official end according to an Irish economist. Dr Alan Ahearne, a professor at NUI Galway, made the assertion at the annual investment conference of the Irish Association of Pension Funds.
Signs Of Property Market Stability Emerging
The average national price of a second-hand house fell by 1.9% during the first quarter of 2008, according to estate agents Sherry FitzGerald. The figures - published today - reveal a slight reprieve in the rate of price decline when compared to a price reduction of 2.
Patients Wait For Results In Fresh Cancer Scare
Hundreds of patients are waiting for results of cancer X-rays and other tests as the diagnosis provided by an elderly radiologist is examined again.
Shotgun Killings Accused Berated Leaving Court
The man accused with the killing of a father and son in a farm house last week received a torrent of verbal abuse outside court. The 30-year-old man Thomas Barrett of Cleandries, Causeway, Co Kerry, appeared before a special sitting of Listowel District Court on Monday Night.
Irish Minister To Meet With Tibet Group
Foreign affairs minister, Dermot Ahern, is to meet with representatives from Tibet to discuss the situation it the troubled state. The Tibet Support Group-Ireland will be seeking action and support from the minister over the Chinese crackdown on demonstrators in Tibet.
Circus Animals Banned
Say goodbye to dancing elephants and lion taming as Cork City Council bans circuses featuring animal acts. After passing the motion proposed by Socialist Party Councillor, Mick Barry, only circuses without animals can now visit the city.
Research Shows Catholics Benefited From Agreement
Recently published research has found that Catholics gained more than Protestants from the Good Friday Agreement. The study by Queen's University, Belfast showed that the minority community have flourished compared to their Protestant compatriots.
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