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Irish News on Tue, May 21 2019, 2,557 days ago
Two Men Detained in Connection With Major Drug Seizures In Tipperary
Two men have been arrested in Tipperary in connection with a major drug seizure worth an estimated €550,000. It is understood that a van failed to stop for garda in Ballinure and as garda gave chase, the officers saw two packages being thrown from the vehicle.
Two men have been arrested in Tipperary in connection with a major drug seizure worth an estimated €550,000. It is understood that a van failed to stop for garda in Ballinure and as garda gave chase, the officers saw two packages being thrown from the vehicle.
Irish News on Thu, May 21 2015, 4,018 days ago
Qualtrics To Create 100 New Jobs
Qualtrics is to create a further 100 jobs in Ireland bringing the total number of employees at the company to 250 by the end of 2016.
Qualtrics is to create a further 100 jobs in Ireland bringing the total number of employees at the company to 250 by the end of 2016.
Man Arrested Over Murder Of Michael Devoy
Gardai have arrested a man in connection with the murder of Michael Devoy. The body of the 41-year-old, from Ballymun in Dublin, was found at Foxhill on 18 January 2014. A man in his mid-20s is being held at Tallaght Garda Station for questioning.
Gardai have arrested a man in connection with the murder of Michael Devoy. The body of the 41-year-old, from Ballymun in Dublin, was found at Foxhill on 18 January 2014. A man in his mid-20s is being held at Tallaght Garda Station for questioning.
Urgent Action Is Needed To Help Sheep Farmers - McMullan
Concerns have been raised over sheep farmers dealing with the falling lamb prices as a result of EU regulations.
Concerns have been raised over sheep farmers dealing with the falling lamb prices as a result of EU regulations.
Unemployment Rate Falls To 9.9%
The unemployment rate has fallen to 9.9%, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The number of people in work over the past year has risen by 41,300, according to the Quarterly National Household survey data.
The unemployment rate has fallen to 9.9%, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The number of people in work over the past year has risen by 41,300, according to the Quarterly National Household survey data.
Call For Gates Of Dublin Castle To Open During Marriage Equality Referendum Results
The Minister for the Office and Public Works is being called to open the gates of Dublin Castle as the results of the Marriage Equality Referendum are announced.
The Minister for the Office and Public Works is being called to open the gates of Dublin Castle as the results of the Marriage Equality Referendum are announced.
Calypso Technology Offices In Dublin Open
The new Dublin offices of Calypso Technology have officially opened. Located in the IFSC, the new Managed Services Centre will cater for the recruitment of 150 skilled positions to manage end-to-end client services in the area of Capital Markets.
The new Dublin offices of Calypso Technology have officially opened. Located in the IFSC, the new Managed Services Centre will cater for the recruitment of 150 skilled positions to manage end-to-end client services in the area of Capital Markets.
Gardaí Appeal For Missing Teenager Corey O'Connor
Gardaí are appealing to the public in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Corey O'Connor. Corey has been missing from her home in Kilshane Road, Finglas West, since Tuesday 19 May. She is described as 5"4", of slim build, with long blonde hair and blue eyes.
Gardaí are appealing to the public in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Corey O'Connor. Corey has been missing from her home in Kilshane Road, Finglas West, since Tuesday 19 May. She is described as 5"4", of slim build, with long blonde hair and blue eyes.
Irish News on Wed, May 21 2014, 4,383 days ago
New Rent Scheme 'Will Result In Social Disaster'
A new scheme introduced to replace rent supplement "will result in social disaster", the Leader of the Fianna Fáil Group on Dublin City Council, Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick has said.
A new scheme introduced to replace rent supplement "will result in social disaster", the Leader of the Fianna Fáil Group on Dublin City Council, Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick has said.
Fine Gael Call For Lowering Taxes On Irish Workers
Lowering taxes for Irish workers will significantly benefit the wider economy, Fine Gael has said. The party's Dublin Candidate for the European Parliament, Brian Hayes, has said that the best stimulus possible is "to put money back in people's pockets".
Lowering taxes for Irish workers will significantly benefit the wider economy, Fine Gael has said. The party's Dublin Candidate for the European Parliament, Brian Hayes, has said that the best stimulus possible is "to put money back in people's pockets".
Polling Card Not Needed To Cast Vote - SF
Following concerns that some people had not received their polling cards, Sinn Féin have told voters that they do need a polling card to vote in the local and European elections on Thursday.
Following concerns that some people had not received their polling cards, Sinn Féin have told voters that they do need a polling card to vote in the local and European elections on Thursday.
Aer Lingus Add Additional Flights During Strike Action
Twenty five additional flights have been added by Aer Lingus in an effort to reduce possible disruption from strike action. The airline says it will add the flights the day before and the day after the planned work stoppage on May 30.
Twenty five additional flights have been added by Aer Lingus in an effort to reduce possible disruption from strike action. The airline says it will add the flights the day before and the day after the planned work stoppage on May 30.
Investigation Launched After Woman's Body Found In Campervan
An investigation has been launched into the discovery of a woman's body in a campervan in Co Clare. Gardaí found the body inside the van after responding to reports of concern that the woman hadn't been seen since Sunday.
An investigation has been launched into the discovery of a woman's body in a campervan in Co Clare. Gardaí found the body inside the van after responding to reports of concern that the woman hadn't been seen since Sunday.
Tobacco And Equipment Seized In Dundalk
Tobacco worth an estimated €850,000 has been seized by gardaí in Dundalk, Co Louth. Officers recovered the loose leaf tobacco in a search of a property at Proleek Ravensdale at about 07:45 on Tuesday morning.
Tobacco worth an estimated €850,000 has been seized by gardaí in Dundalk, Co Louth. Officers recovered the loose leaf tobacco in a search of a property at Proleek Ravensdale at about 07:45 on Tuesday morning.
SIPTU Reject Labour Court Recommendations On Iarnród Éireann Cuts
SIPTU is to ballot its members over possible strike action at Iarnród Éireann, following the unions rejection of a Labour Court proposed cost reduction plan. The union's 1,700 members voted to reject the Labour Court recommendation, which included a range of pay cuts, by 51% to 49%.
SIPTU is to ballot its members over possible strike action at Iarnród Éireann, following the unions rejection of a Labour Court proposed cost reduction plan. The union's 1,700 members voted to reject the Labour Court recommendation, which included a range of pay cuts, by 51% to 49%.
Fianna Fáil Launch Website To Show "Real Cost" Of Water Charges
A website highlighting the alleged "real cost" of water charges has been launched by Fianna Fáil. The party claim that the website will "blow the whistle" on government spin surrounding water charges.
A website highlighting the alleged "real cost" of water charges has been launched by Fianna Fáil. The party claim that the website will "blow the whistle" on government spin surrounding water charges.
Sinn Féin Launch Social Housing Proposals
Sinn Féin has launched its proposals on tackling the "social housing crisis".
Sinn Féin has launched its proposals on tackling the "social housing crisis".
Irish News on Tue, May 21 2013, 4,748 days ago
Search Continues In Murdered Ex-Garda's Back Yard
A search of the home and garden of a murdered former detective garda has entered its second day. Excavation work began on Tuesday morning of the back patio area, garda believe another body may be buried under it.
A search of the home and garden of a murdered former detective garda has entered its second day. Excavation work began on Tuesday morning of the back patio area, garda believe another body may be buried under it.
Legal Experts Appear Before Oireachtas Health Committee
The government is under no legal obligation to legislate for the X Case, the Oireachtas Health Committee has heard. According to RTÉ, barrister Paul Brady has said that despite the Supremem Court saying it should, the government did not have to legislate.
The government is under no legal obligation to legislate for the X Case, the Oireachtas Health Committee has heard. According to RTÉ, barrister Paul Brady has said that despite the Supremem Court saying it should, the government did not have to legislate.
Coroner's Court Hears From Only Surviving Tit Bonhomme Crew
A coroner’s court in Cork has heard evidence from the only survivor of the Tit Bonhomme fishing disaster, RTÉ have reported. At the opening day of the inquest the court heard how Abdelbaky Mohammed only managed to survive as he grabbed the belt of a life jacket.
A coroner’s court in Cork has heard evidence from the only survivor of the Tit Bonhomme fishing disaster, RTÉ have reported. At the opening day of the inquest the court heard how Abdelbaky Mohammed only managed to survive as he grabbed the belt of a life jacket.
Garda Believe Alan Desmond Killed Over 'Lost' Guns
Garda investigating the murder of Alan Desmond, whose body was found by children at the weekend, believe his killer to be a local criminal gang. According to the Irish Independent Desmond (37), described as a loner, was asked to meet former associates near Killinarden Hill in Tallaght, Co Dublin.
Garda investigating the murder of Alan Desmond, whose body was found by children at the weekend, believe his killer to be a local criminal gang. According to the Irish Independent Desmond (37), described as a loner, was asked to meet former associates near Killinarden Hill in Tallaght, Co Dublin.
Local Groups To Contribute To Cost Of Pothole Repair
A new government scheme will see communities contributing up to 50% of the costs for fixing potholes on their local roads, the Irish Independent ha s reported.
A new government scheme will see communities contributing up to 50% of the costs for fixing potholes on their local roads, the Irish Independent ha s reported.
Unions Left To Consider New Pay Proposals
After more than 22 hours of talks held at the Labour Relations Commission unions are now to consider a new set of proposals for public service pay, RTÉ have reported.
After more than 22 hours of talks held at the Labour Relations Commission unions are now to consider a new set of proposals for public service pay, RTÉ have reported.
Charity Has To Repay Fraudulent Donations
Co Kildare-based charity, the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation, has been the victim of a credit card scam, which has seen them have to repay more than €130,000 in donations. Over 1,000 donations made through its website between March 22 and April 30 were found to be fraudulent.
Co Kildare-based charity, the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation, has been the victim of a credit card scam, which has seen them have to repay more than €130,000 in donations. Over 1,000 donations made through its website between March 22 and April 30 were found to be fraudulent.
Irish News on Mon, May 21 2012, 5,113 days ago
Limerick Get €13m New Specialist Unit
Limerick’s Mid-Western Regional Hospital is to get a major new unit costing €13m. The unit will offer state of the art facilities to Cystic Fibrosis patients, patients with Parkinson's and women with breast cancer.
Limerick’s Mid-Western Regional Hospital is to get a major new unit costing €13m. The unit will offer state of the art facilities to Cystic Fibrosis patients, patients with Parkinson's and women with breast cancer.
Central Bank Report €1.2bn Profit
The Central Bank have reported a yearly profit for 2011 of €1.2bn, most of which has been paid to the Government as a dividend. In its annual report published this morning, the Central Bank says the governor, Patrick Honohan, will take another voluntary pay cut this year.
The Central Bank have reported a yearly profit for 2011 of €1.2bn, most of which has been paid to the Government as a dividend. In its annual report published this morning, the Central Bank says the governor, Patrick Honohan, will take another voluntary pay cut this year.
Minister Urged To Make 'Alcolocks' Compulsary
Calls have been made for all public service vehicles to be fitted with ‘alcolocks’. Minister for Transport Leo Varadkar is being urged to make the devices, which immobilise an engine if a driver is over the drink-driving limit, compulsory.
Calls have been made for all public service vehicles to be fitted with ‘alcolocks’. Minister for Transport Leo Varadkar is being urged to make the devices, which immobilise an engine if a driver is over the drink-driving limit, compulsory.
Hospital Reveals Senior Managers Receiving Substantial 'Top-Up' Payments
It has been revealed that a number of senior managers at the country’s largest hospital, St James’s, receive extra earnings on top of their State-funded salaries.
It has been revealed that a number of senior managers at the country’s largest hospital, St James’s, receive extra earnings on top of their State-funded salaries.
New Tax Introduced For Grave Openings
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is the latest local authority to introduce a new tax on grave openings, a move that is being progressively rolled out across the State.
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is the latest local authority to introduce a new tax on grave openings, a move that is being progressively rolled out across the State.
Irish News on Fri, May 21 2010, 5,844 days ago
Two Held Over Co Louth Death
Two men have been arrested in connection with the death of Errol Dunne in the seaside town of Clogherhead in March. Gardaí said this morning they had arrested two men in connection with the man's death following a serious assault in the County Louth town.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the death of Errol Dunne in the seaside town of Clogherhead in March. Gardaí said this morning they had arrested two men in connection with the man's death following a serious assault in the County Louth town.
Murdered Nurse Took Younger Lover
A new toy-boy scandal has erupted in the North after it was revealed in court that a middle-aged nurse found strangled in her bath was in a relationship with a man 25 years younger than her.
A new toy-boy scandal has erupted in the North after it was revealed in court that a middle-aged nurse found strangled in her bath was in a relationship with a man 25 years younger than her.
Ireland's Iconic Movies Boost Tourism
A novel promotion targeting film lovers has kicked off, in a bid to encourage more people to visit the island of Ireland for their holiday this year.
A novel promotion targeting film lovers has kicked off, in a bid to encourage more people to visit the island of Ireland for their holiday this year.
Irish News on Thu, May 21 2009, 6,209 days ago
Dunne Family Inquest Verdict Announced
The formal inquest into the deaths of the tragic Dunne family in Co Wexford has found that Ciara Dunne and her two children were unlawfully killed at their home in 2007, while 29-year-old Adrian died by suicide.
The formal inquest into the deaths of the tragic Dunne family in Co Wexford has found that Ciara Dunne and her two children were unlawfully killed at their home in 2007, while 29-year-old Adrian died by suicide.
Sligo Nurses Walk Out In Strike Action
In spite of last minute negotiations, nurses at a leading hospital are today taking industrial action. Sligo General Hospital has been hit by the action as the nursing staff are staging a one-day strike.
In spite of last minute negotiations, nurses at a leading hospital are today taking industrial action. Sligo General Hospital has been hit by the action as the nursing staff are staging a one-day strike.
Dublin Arrest On Soldier Murder Warrant
An arrest has been made in the case of a murdered British army sergeant 17 years ago in England. An Armagh-born man, Declan Duffy, 34, who has been living in Dublin, is wanted in the UK on a charge of murdering the recruitment officer.
An arrest has been made in the case of a murdered British army sergeant 17 years ago in England. An Armagh-born man, Declan Duffy, 34, who has been living in Dublin, is wanted in the UK on a charge of murdering the recruitment officer.
'No Names' In Catholic Abuse Report
The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland has said anyone responsible for abusing children in Catholic-run institutions should be "held to account". The church's most senior cleric has also apologised for the abuse and neglect inflicted on young children by Catholic priests and nuns.
The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland has said anyone responsible for abusing children in Catholic-run institutions should be "held to account". The church's most senior cleric has also apologised for the abuse and neglect inflicted on young children by Catholic priests and nuns.
Summit On Donegal Fire Cover Held
Concerns voiced last November over proposals to combine two Co Donegal fire stations as one centralised unit have this week been taken to Dublin.
Concerns voiced last November over proposals to combine two Co Donegal fire stations as one centralised unit have this week been taken to Dublin.
Fire Death Settlement Reached
A decade after a tragic, accidental house fire killed a six-year-old Sligo girl, her family has been awarded compensation. In the legal action, Mr Justice Vivian Lavin extended his deepest sympathies to the family of Sarah Jinks who was killed in the blaze.
A decade after a tragic, accidental house fire killed a six-year-old Sligo girl, her family has been awarded compensation. In the legal action, Mr Justice Vivian Lavin extended his deepest sympathies to the family of Sarah Jinks who was killed in the blaze.
Cut Aer Lingus Executive Salaries, Says Ryanair
The main rival to Aer Lingus is calling on the company to cut the salaries of its most senior executives. Ryanair, which has a 29.8% stake in Aer Lingus, has tabled two resolutions for the airline's AGM on June 5.
The main rival to Aer Lingus is calling on the company to cut the salaries of its most senior executives. Ryanair, which has a 29.8% stake in Aer Lingus, has tabled two resolutions for the airline's AGM on June 5.
Irish News on Wed, May 21 2008, 6,574 days ago
"Ill Tempered" Cowen Defends Health Spending In Rowdy Daíl
The Taoiseach was forced to defend the failure of the Government to spend money promised for certain areas of the Health service today.
The Taoiseach was forced to defend the failure of the Government to spend money promised for certain areas of the Health service today.
Monaghan Judge Apologises For Calling Tyrone people 'Thick'
An outspoken judge was forced to apologise after branding the people of Tyrone as "thick". Judge Sean McBride made the comment last week in Monaghan District Court as he ruled on a case involving a young woman from the North.
An outspoken judge was forced to apologise after branding the people of Tyrone as "thick". Judge Sean McBride made the comment last week in Monaghan District Court as he ruled on a case involving a young woman from the North.
Director Calls For Cluster Bomb Ban
Irish film director Neil Jordan is to introduce a Dublin film to be screened in time to coincide with a major international conference on cluster bombs. Unacceptable Harm, directed by Chris Anderson, depicts the horrific human impact of the munitions used in war zones across the world.
Irish film director Neil Jordan is to introduce a Dublin film to be screened in time to coincide with a major international conference on cluster bombs. Unacceptable Harm, directed by Chris Anderson, depicts the horrific human impact of the munitions used in war zones across the world.
Shop Workers Assist In Largest Bank Card Scam
In one of the largest bankcard scams ever in Ireland, over 300 people are a total of €1 million worse off. It is understood shop and restaurant workers assisted thieves in cloning bank cards after being offered huge sums of money.
In one of the largest bankcard scams ever in Ireland, over 300 people are a total of €1 million worse off. It is understood shop and restaurant workers assisted thieves in cloning bank cards after being offered huge sums of money.
Trial Over Biggest Drugs Haul In Irish History Begins
The trial of four men charged following the biggest drugs seizure in Irish History is due to start on Wednesday. Over 1.5 tonnes on cocaine, worth over €100 million was recovered off the west coast of Cork last July.
The trial of four men charged following the biggest drugs seizure in Irish History is due to start on Wednesday. Over 1.5 tonnes on cocaine, worth over €100 million was recovered off the west coast of Cork last July.
Six Due In Court Over Plasma TV Haul
Six men are due in court in Naas today charged in connection with the seizure of €1.6 million worth of stolen televisions. The men were arrested at a house outside the village of Caragh following an operation by the Garda Organised Crime Unit.
Six men are due in court in Naas today charged in connection with the seizure of €1.6 million worth of stolen televisions. The men were arrested at a house outside the village of Caragh following an operation by the Garda Organised Crime Unit.
Ireland Could Lose Veto At Trade Talks
Sinn Féin Senator Pearse Doherty speaking during a Seanad debate on the World Trade Organisation (WTO) talks said that if the Lisbon Treaty is passed Ireland will lose its veto on international trade agreements.
Sinn Féin Senator Pearse Doherty speaking during a Seanad debate on the World Trade Organisation (WTO) talks said that if the Lisbon Treaty is passed Ireland will lose its veto on international trade agreements.
Aer Lingus Warns Of Market Nose Dive
Aer Lingus has warned that the soaring fuel costs and the global economy crisis has hit its financial performance.
Aer Lingus has warned that the soaring fuel costs and the global economy crisis has hit its financial performance.
Blaze Destroys Under-Construction Houses
A fire in Dublin has caused serious damage to a number of houses in the Ballymun area of the city. Gardai in Ballymun are investigating the fire, which occurred at approximately 10.30pm last night at the Parkview Road, Jamestown Road, Dublin 11.
A fire in Dublin has caused serious damage to a number of houses in the Ballymun area of the city. Gardai in Ballymun are investigating the fire, which occurred at approximately 10.30pm last night at the Parkview Road, Jamestown Road, Dublin 11.
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