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Irish News on Fri, Dec 13 2019, 2,192 days ago
Open Policy Debate On Child Poverty Hosted By Dr Zappone
The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone, has hosted an Open Policy Debate on Child Poverty in association with the Children's Rights Alliance in the Department of Children and Youth Affairs.
The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone, has hosted an Open Policy Debate on Child Poverty in association with the Children's Rights Alliance in the Department of Children and Youth Affairs.
Irish News on Thu, Dec 13 2018, 2,557 days ago
National Cyber Security Cluster 'Cyber Ireland' Announced
An initiative to establish a national cyber security cluster in Ireland has been announced. Cyber Ireland will be facilitated by the Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) and supported by IDA Ireland.
An initiative to establish a national cyber security cluster in Ireland has been announced. Cyber Ireland will be facilitated by the Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) and supported by IDA Ireland.
Ambulance Strike Postponed After HSE Threatens Injunction
A planned strike by some ambulance personnel has been deferred after the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) threatened to seek a court injunction to prevent it going ahead.
A planned strike by some ambulance personnel has been deferred after the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) threatened to seek a court injunction to prevent it going ahead.
Gardaí Appeal For Help To Find Missing Limerick Woman
Gardaí are appealing for public assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a 23-year-old woman from Limerick. Rachel O'Donoghue was last seen at her home on Hyde Road, Prospect, Limerick at around 11.55pm on Tuesday 11 December. She is described as being 5'5" tall, with black hair and green eyes.
Gardaí are appealing for public assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a 23-year-old woman from Limerick. Rachel O'Donoghue was last seen at her home on Hyde Road, Prospect, Limerick at around 11.55pm on Tuesday 11 December. She is described as being 5'5" tall, with black hair and green eyes.
Irish News on Wed, Dec 13 2017, 2,922 days ago
23-Year-Old Woman Arrested In Connection With Triple Shooting
A 23-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a triple shooting incident in Parslickstown, Mulhuddart on Monday 11 December. A mother and two of her sons, an 8-month-old baby boy and a teenager, were all injured by a shotgun blast.
A 23-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a triple shooting incident in Parslickstown, Mulhuddart on Monday 11 December. A mother and two of her sons, an 8-month-old baby boy and a teenager, were all injured by a shotgun blast.
Irish News on Tue, Dec 13 2016, 3,287 days ago
Man Arrested Over Robert Ellis Murder
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Robert Ellis. The suspect, aged in his 20s, was arrested this morning, Tuesday, and is being detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at Lucan Garda Station.
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Robert Ellis. The suspect, aged in his 20s, was arrested this morning, Tuesday, and is being detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at Lucan Garda Station.
HSE Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme Officially Opened
The Minister for Health Promotion, Marcella Corcoran Kennedy, has officially opened Ireland's first HSE Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme conference, marking the first year of the National Sexual Health Strategy (2015-2020), Ireland's first national strategy for sexual health and wellbein
The Minister for Health Promotion, Marcella Corcoran Kennedy, has officially opened Ireland's first HSE Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme conference, marking the first year of the National Sexual Health Strategy (2015-2020), Ireland's first national strategy for sexual health and wellbein
Irish News on Fri, Dec 13 2013, 4,383 days ago
Man Arrested In Connection With Armed Robbery
Garda in south county Dublin have arrested a man in connection with the armed robbery of building society in Killiney. According to garda a man enter the building society at Killiney Shopping Centre and threatened staff with a firearm.
Garda in south county Dublin have arrested a man in connection with the armed robbery of building society in Killiney. According to garda a man enter the building society at Killiney Shopping Centre and threatened staff with a firearm.
DCC Announce Closure Of Motor Tax Office
Dublin City Council have announced the closure of Clondalkin Motor Tax Office on Christmas Eve. It is claimed that the office is being closed due to a significant increase in the number of people using online tax services.
Dublin City Council have announced the closure of Clondalkin Motor Tax Office on Christmas Eve. It is claimed that the office is being closed due to a significant increase in the number of people using online tax services.
Man Injured In Limerick Shooting
Gardaí in Limerick have reported that a 26-year-old man has been injured in a shooting in the city. According to reports the shooting took place at around 21:30 on Thursday night at Byrne Avenue in Prospect.
Gardaí in Limerick have reported that a 26-year-old man has been injured in a shooting in the city. According to reports the shooting took place at around 21:30 on Thursday night at Byrne Avenue in Prospect.
Ryanair Sue Pilots Group And Union
The IMPACT trade union, the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) and IALPA president Evan Cullen are being sued by Ryanair over public comments alleging that the airlines fuel policy affects its safety practices. The airline has said that the comments were defamatory.
The IMPACT trade union, the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) and IALPA president Evan Cullen are being sued by Ryanair over public comments alleging that the airlines fuel policy affects its safety practices. The airline has said that the comments were defamatory.
Concerns Raised Over 170 Jobs In Cork
Cork-based insurance company Assurant Solutions is to review its operations in Ireland, raising concerns for more than 170 jobs in Cork city. It is understood that the company, which employes over 14,000 people worldwide, told staff in Cork that the review could lead to the closure of its facility.
Cork-based insurance company Assurant Solutions is to review its operations in Ireland, raising concerns for more than 170 jobs in Cork city. It is understood that the company, which employes over 14,000 people worldwide, told staff in Cork that the review could lead to the closure of its facility.
Glandia Create 90 New Jobs
Ninety new jobs are to be created in Co Monaghan and Co Dublin by food group Glanbia. Owners of the Aconmore and Premier brands, Glanbia plan to build a new UHT facility on Co Monaghan creating some 40 jobs.
Ninety new jobs are to be created in Co Monaghan and Co Dublin by food group Glanbia. Owners of the Aconmore and Premier brands, Glanbia plan to build a new UHT facility on Co Monaghan creating some 40 jobs.
Irish Law Could See Mike Tyson Refused Entry To Country
Mike Tyson could be banned from visiting Ireland next year, according to reports. The former world heavyweight champion boxer is booked to perform a one-man show, 'Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth', at Dublin's Olympia Theatre on March 27.
Mike Tyson could be banned from visiting Ireland next year, according to reports. The former world heavyweight champion boxer is booked to perform a one-man show, 'Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth', at Dublin's Olympia Theatre on March 27.
Irish News on Thu, Dec 13 2012, 4,748 days ago
Erin Gallagher's Sister Found Dead
The sister of Erin Gallagher, who committed suicide less than two months ago, has also died. Shannon Gallagher, 15, passed away in Co Donegal last night. It is believed she also died of suicide.
The sister of Erin Gallagher, who committed suicide less than two months ago, has also died. Shannon Gallagher, 15, passed away in Co Donegal last night. It is believed she also died of suicide.
153 People Die On Irish Roads
As of the 13th December 2012, 153 people have tragically lost their lives on Irish Roads, according to the Garda. However, this represents 22 less than this date in 2011.
As of the 13th December 2012, 153 people have tragically lost their lives on Irish Roads, according to the Garda. However, this represents 22 less than this date in 2011.
Two Arrested Following Supermarket Raid
Two men have been arrested following a raid at a supermarket in the Clarehall area in Dublin last night. At around 10.30pm, two men armed with a knife entered the premises on the Malahide Road and threatened two members of staff, before tying them up and attacking them.
Two men have been arrested following a raid at a supermarket in the Clarehall area in Dublin last night. At around 10.30pm, two men armed with a knife entered the premises on the Malahide Road and threatened two members of staff, before tying them up and attacking them.
Figures Show Increase In Mortgage Arrears
Figures published by The Central Bank show show that 86,146 private residential mortgage accounts for principal dwelling houses (PDH) were in arrears of over 90 days at end-September, up from 81,035 accounts at end-June 2012.
Figures published by The Central Bank show show that 86,146 private residential mortgage accounts for principal dwelling houses (PDH) were in arrears of over 90 days at end-September, up from 81,035 accounts at end-June 2012.
Man Arrested After Dutch Man Is Found Stabbed To Death
A man, 41, has been arrested in connection with the murder of Kamal El Habsati. Mr Habsati's body was discovered at an apartment in Ballymun on 5th December. He was a Dutch Citizen of Morrocan descent.
A man, 41, has been arrested in connection with the murder of Kamal El Habsati. Mr Habsati's body was discovered at an apartment in Ballymun on 5th December. He was a Dutch Citizen of Morrocan descent.
Parents Demand Greater Choice On Primary School Patronage
Surveys undertaken in five pilot areas on primary school patronage show that there is parental demand for a greater choice of patron in each town.
Surveys undertaken in five pilot areas on primary school patronage show that there is parental demand for a greater choice of patron in each town.
Pre-Pregnancy Robotic Surgery Assists Cork Mum In Second Successful Birth
A woman from Cork has given birth to her second baby as a result of robotic surgery.
A woman from Cork has given birth to her second baby as a result of robotic surgery.
Enbio Signs Contract With ESA
Enbio, the Irish surface technology company, today announced that it has secured a €500,000 contract with the European Space Agency (ESA). The contract will enable Enbio to optimise a proprietary surface treatment for use as a 'sunscreen' to better protect satellites as they travel in space.
Enbio, the Irish surface technology company, today announced that it has secured a €500,000 contract with the European Space Agency (ESA). The contract will enable Enbio to optimise a proprietary surface treatment for use as a 'sunscreen' to better protect satellites as they travel in space.
Aer Lingus To Provide In-Flight Wireless Service
Dublin Bay North Labour Party TD and member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee Seán Kenny, has welcomed the news that Aer Lingus is intending to provide an in-flight wireless service.
Dublin Bay North Labour Party TD and member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee Seán Kenny, has welcomed the news that Aer Lingus is intending to provide an in-flight wireless service.
Irish News on Tue, Dec 13 2011, 5,114 days ago
Drivers Warned To Take Care In Winter Weather
Severe winds and icy conditions are set top blast Ireland later today with commuters advised to be extra cautious on the roads because of strong winds and sleet and snow in places.
Severe winds and icy conditions are set top blast Ireland later today with commuters advised to be extra cautious on the roads because of strong winds and sleet and snow in places.
GAA Star's Murder Recalled In Court
There was a court hearing in Co Louth today over the shock weekend murder of a Crossmaglen man. Shane Rogers, 32, with an address in Co Monaghan, was charged with murder and was remanded in custody following a brief court hearing after he arrived into Dundalk Court House under heavy police escort.
There was a court hearing in Co Louth today over the shock weekend murder of a Crossmaglen man. Shane Rogers, 32, with an address in Co Monaghan, was charged with murder and was remanded in custody following a brief court hearing after he arrived into Dundalk Court House under heavy police escort.
Royal Canal Attack Victim 'Critical'
An attack in Dublin yesterday has led to Gardaí in Mountjoy seeking the public's help. A man is very ill and listed as critical in hospital and police are investigating the serious assault of a male on Monday and wish to appeal for witnesses. The incident came to light at approximately 3.
An attack in Dublin yesterday has led to Gardaí in Mountjoy seeking the public's help. A man is very ill and listed as critical in hospital and police are investigating the serious assault of a male on Monday and wish to appeal for witnesses. The incident came to light at approximately 3.
Don't Drive The Morning After, Says Varadkar
Festive drinkers need to beware as they are likely to be targeted by the police when driving the day after their celebrations.
Festive drinkers need to beware as they are likely to be targeted by the police when driving the day after their celebrations.
Fatal Air Corps Crash Report 'Grounded'
A fatal Galway Air Corps accident two years ago was back in focus this week with news that the Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) of the Department of Transport, Tourism & Sport has completed the final report.
A fatal Galway Air Corps accident two years ago was back in focus this week with news that the Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) of the Department of Transport, Tourism & Sport has completed the final report.
North's Medicine Charge To Fund Cancer Care
The North's Assembly may soon be considering reintroducing prescription charges to help pay for life-saving drugs. Targeting novel cancer treatments in particular, the Stormont Health Minister, Edwin Poots told MLAs he would probably put the issue out to consultation some time in the New Year.
The North's Assembly may soon be considering reintroducing prescription charges to help pay for life-saving drugs. Targeting novel cancer treatments in particular, the Stormont Health Minister, Edwin Poots told MLAs he would probably put the issue out to consultation some time in the New Year.
Trade Unions Demand Job Creation Move
A major investment and job creation programme is urgently required to combat rising unemployment, the Irish Congress of Trade Unions has said. The call on Monday for a new jobs plan came as official figures confirmed that the number of people at work continues to decline as unemployment increases.
A major investment and job creation programme is urgently required to combat rising unemployment, the Irish Congress of Trade Unions has said. The call on Monday for a new jobs plan came as official figures confirmed that the number of people at work continues to decline as unemployment increases.
Sinn Fein Motion Targets North's Child Abuse
The needs of some of the North's most vulnerable people have been in focus this week with Sinn Fein MLA Jennifer McCann highlighting the need for a comprehensive strategy to tackle the abuse of vulnerable young people who are missing from care.
The needs of some of the North's most vulnerable people have been in focus this week with Sinn Fein MLA Jennifer McCann highlighting the need for a comprehensive strategy to tackle the abuse of vulnerable young people who are missing from care.
Irish News on Mon, Dec 13 2010, 5,479 days ago
Elderly Woman Injured In Arson Attack
An 87-year-old woman has been rescued from her burning home after an arson attack in County Cork. A Garda and a member of the Garda Reserve are also being treated in hospital in Cork after the woman's house was set on fire early this morning.
An 87-year-old woman has been rescued from her burning home after an arson attack in County Cork. A Garda and a member of the Garda Reserve are also being treated in hospital in Cork after the woman's house was set on fire early this morning.
Dubliners Urged To Conserve Water
Dublin City Council is urging residents to conserve water as the threat of a shortage looms. In a statement from the council over the weekend, residents have been told that due to a "huge increase" in demand for water, all areas will have their supply restricted over the weekend.
Dublin City Council is urging residents to conserve water as the threat of a shortage looms. In a statement from the council over the weekend, residents have been told that due to a "huge increase" in demand for water, all areas will have their supply restricted over the weekend.
McGuinness 'Knew Bank Was Targeted'
The Stormont Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness was one of two leading republicans who were aware in advance of a huge IRA bank robbery in Belfast that almost scuppered the then fragile 'peace process'.
The Stormont Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness was one of two leading republicans who were aware in advance of a huge IRA bank robbery in Belfast that almost scuppered the then fragile 'peace process'.
North South Body To Discuss EU Loan
The British-Irish Council is to convene today to discuss the multi-billion euro loan from the UK Government.
The British-Irish Council is to convene today to discuss the multi-billion euro loan from the UK Government.
Police Co-operation Reaches New Levels
There has been a warm welcome from the Northern Ireland Policing Board for the formal signing of the Cross Border Policing Strategy between the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and An Garda Síochána.
There has been a warm welcome from the Northern Ireland Policing Board for the formal signing of the Cross Border Policing Strategy between the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and An Garda Síochána.
PUP Man 'Won't Be Silenced By Bomb'
The latest in a long-running series of pipe-bomb attacks in the Northern town of Antrim has left a local politician defiant.
The latest in a long-running series of pipe-bomb attacks in the Northern town of Antrim has left a local politician defiant.
Man In Court Over Images Of Children
A man is to appear in a Dublin court today, charged with the possession of child pornography. According to Gardaí this morning, officers from the National Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested the man in his 60s in the Dublin city area as part of an ongoing investigation.
A man is to appear in a Dublin court today, charged with the possession of child pornography. According to Gardaí this morning, officers from the National Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested the man in his 60s in the Dublin city area as part of an ongoing investigation.
Irish News on Thu, Dec 13 2007, 6,575 days ago
Roads Claim Three Further Victims
It will be a sad Christmas for more families this year as the roads have claimed another three victims. Two men and a teenager have been killed in separate road crashes in Wexford, Kerry and Louth.
It will be a sad Christmas for more families this year as the roads have claimed another three victims. Two men and a teenager have been killed in separate road crashes in Wexford, Kerry and Louth.
Loans Case Adjourned As Lynn Fails To Appear
A lawyer at the centre of a controversial property loan case has again failed to appear in court and is now being sought by Irish police. Michael Lynn was to appear before a judge again today to face questions about multi-million euro property loans.
A lawyer at the centre of a controversial property loan case has again failed to appear in court and is now being sought by Irish police. Michael Lynn was to appear before a judge again today to face questions about multi-million euro property loans.
Lisbon Treaty's Success May Depend On Irish Votes
Taoiseach Bertie Ahern today joined other European Union (EU) leaders in Lisbon to sign the controversial EU Reform Treaty. But, crucially, the charter is to be put to a referendum in Ireland during 2008, which the Government hopes to win comfortably.
Taoiseach Bertie Ahern today joined other European Union (EU) leaders in Lisbon to sign the controversial EU Reform Treaty. But, crucially, the charter is to be put to a referendum in Ireland during 2008, which the Government hopes to win comfortably.
Parties' Election Cash Revealed
It was Spend! Spend! Spend! for Ireland's political parties and candidates this year as together they spent more than €11m on their election campaigns. They managed to 'lash-the-cash' in a period of just three-and-a-half weeks before this year's general election.
It was Spend! Spend! Spend! for Ireland's political parties and candidates this year as together they spent more than €11m on their election campaigns. They managed to 'lash-the-cash' in a period of just three-and-a-half weeks before this year's general election.
Shannon Discounts To Entice Year-Round Flights
Now that Aer Lingus has abandoned its London Heathrow connection at the airport in favour of a new Belfast International 'hub', the management at Shannon airport has been busy developing new initiatives.
Now that Aer Lingus has abandoned its London Heathrow connection at the airport in favour of a new Belfast International 'hub', the management at Shannon airport has been busy developing new initiatives.
Heated Climate At Bali Talks As Deadlock Looms
Ireland is failing to meet targets to reduce its production of climate changing 'greenhouse' gases. Increases in vehicle use are the main element that is preventing the Republic from meeting its CO2 reduction targets. Cars are to blame as new figures from Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) show.
Ireland is failing to meet targets to reduce its production of climate changing 'greenhouse' gases. Increases in vehicle use are the main element that is preventing the Republic from meeting its CO2 reduction targets. Cars are to blame as new figures from Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) show.
Religion-Free Primary Schools To Open In Dublin
In another sign of ever increasing secularism in the Republic, the Department of Education has revealed it is to open two new non-denominational primary schools in Dublin next September.
In another sign of ever increasing secularism in the Republic, the Department of Education has revealed it is to open two new non-denominational primary schools in Dublin next September.
Radiohead Adds Extra Gig
Sell-out international star performers, Radiohead have now announced an extra show in Dublin this coming summer. The band will now perform at Malahide Castle on Friday, June 6th, as well as the previously sold out date on Saturday, June 7th, at the same venue.
Sell-out international star performers, Radiohead have now announced an extra show in Dublin this coming summer. The band will now perform at Malahide Castle on Friday, June 6th, as well as the previously sold out date on Saturday, June 7th, at the same venue.
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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.