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Irish News on Fri, Mar 22 2019, 2,557 days ago
Two Killed In Dublin Crash
Two people have been killed in a two-car collision in north Dublin this morning, Friday 22 March. The pair, a man in his 70s and a woman in her 30s, died in the crash on the Drumcondra Road at the junction of Hollybank Road at around 6am.
Two people have been killed in a two-car collision in north Dublin this morning, Friday 22 March. The pair, a man in his 70s and a woman in her 30s, died in the crash on the Drumcondra Road at the junction of Hollybank Road at around 6am.
'More Ambition' Needed As Govt Publish CervicalCheck Review
As the Government has today published a progress report on the review by Dr Gabriel Scally into the CervicalCheck scandal, Sinn Fein have called for "more ambition" and a "clear plan" moving forward.
As the Government has today published a progress report on the review by Dr Gabriel Scally into the CervicalCheck scandal, Sinn Fein have called for "more ambition" and a "clear plan" moving forward.
€20m Sláintecare Integration Fund Launched For New Healthcare Models
The government has launched the €20m Sláintecare Integration Fund today, Friday 22 March, a scheme seeking to invest in new innovate health and social care practices.
The government has launched the €20m Sláintecare Integration Fund today, Friday 22 March, a scheme seeking to invest in new innovate health and social care practices.
Police Seize Gun & Drugs In Galway- Two Arrested
Two men have been arrested in connection with the seizure of a gun and drugs worth around €320,000 in Galway. The discovery was made during a search of a house in east Galway on Thursday 21 March. The drugs included a mixture of cannabis and cocaine, while a firearm was also seized.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the seizure of a gun and drugs worth around €320,000 in Galway. The discovery was made during a search of a house in east Galway on Thursday 21 March. The drugs included a mixture of cannabis and cocaine, while a firearm was also seized.
FF Slam Long Waits For UK-Irish Licence Exchanges
A recent warning to UK driving licence holders who have applied for an Irish equivalent to stay off the roads is set to cause chaos in the border region, a Fianna Fail TD has said.
A recent warning to UK driving licence holders who have applied for an Irish equivalent to stay off the roads is set to cause chaos in the border region, a Fianna Fail TD has said.
Irish News on Thu, Mar 22 2018, 2,922 days ago
Up To 200 Escape Tower Block Fire
Up to 200 people have successfully evacuated or escaped without injury in a major fire at Ballymun's Metro Hotel and apartment complex.
Up to 200 people have successfully evacuated or escaped without injury in a major fire at Ballymun's Metro Hotel and apartment complex.
Govt Accused Of 'Refusing' To Deliver Affordable Homes
Sinn Féin has challenged the government over what Eoin Ó Broin TD has described as a "refusal to deliver genuinely affordable homes".
Sinn Féin has challenged the government over what Eoin Ó Broin TD has described as a "refusal to deliver genuinely affordable homes".
Irish News on Wed, Mar 22 2017, 3,287 days ago
Man Charged With The Murder Of Bobby Ryan
A 49-year-old man is due to appear before Tipperary District Court charged in connection with the murder of Bobby Ryan. Father-of-two Bobby Ryan of Boherlahan, Cashel, Co Tipperary was reported missing to Tipperary Town Gardaí on 3 June 2011.
A 49-year-old man is due to appear before Tipperary District Court charged in connection with the murder of Bobby Ryan. Father-of-two Bobby Ryan of Boherlahan, Cashel, Co Tipperary was reported missing to Tipperary Town Gardaí on 3 June 2011.
Irish News on Tue, Mar 22 2016, 3,652 days ago
Garda Searches Underway In Waterford And Wexford
Gardaí and a number of associate organisations are carrying out a number of searches in Waterford and Wexford.
Gardaí and a number of associate organisations are carrying out a number of searches in Waterford and Wexford.
Report Published On Well-Being Of LGBTI Community
A majority of LGBTI people aged 26 and over are "doing well, report good self-esteem and are proud of their LGBTI identity", according to a report published by LGBTIreland.
A majority of LGBTI people aged 26 and over are "doing well, report good self-esteem and are proud of their LGBTI identity", according to a report published by LGBTIreland.
Minister Flanagan 'Horrified" By Explosions In Brussels
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD has expressed his shock at multiple explosions in Brussels this morning, 22 March. "I am horrified by reports of multiple explosions in Brussels, Belgium and my thoughts are with those affected.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD has expressed his shock at multiple explosions in Brussels this morning, 22 March. "I am horrified by reports of multiple explosions in Brussels, Belgium and my thoughts are with those affected.
Over €56m Announced To Improve Homes Of Older People And People With Disabilities
More than €56 million has been announced for improvement works to the homes of older people and people with a disability. Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Alan Kelly and Minister of State for Housing & Planning, Paudie Coffey announced that €56.
More than €56 million has been announced for improvement works to the homes of older people and people with a disability. Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Alan Kelly and Minister of State for Housing & Planning, Paudie Coffey announced that €56.
Minister Of Defence Meets 52nd Infantry Group Ahead Of UN Deployment
The Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney, has reviewed the members of the 52nd Infantry Group, who are due to leave for service with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) on the Golan Heights.
The Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney, has reviewed the members of the 52nd Infantry Group, who are due to leave for service with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) on the Golan Heights.
€1m Funding Announced For Geoscience Research Projects
The Government has announced funding of €1 million for a number of geoscience research projects in 2016. A total of 41 research projects will benefit from the newly announced funding.
The Government has announced funding of €1 million for a number of geoscience research projects in 2016. A total of 41 research projects will benefit from the newly announced funding.
Dept For Arts To 'Carefully Study' High Street Judgement On Moore Street
The Department for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht have said that they will "carefully study" the High Court judgement on Moore Street. Minister Heather Humphreys said: "This was a complex case and the judgement, which runs to more than 400 pages, needs to be studied in detail.
The Department for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht have said that they will "carefully study" the High Court judgement on Moore Street. Minister Heather Humphreys said: "This was a complex case and the judgement, which runs to more than 400 pages, needs to be studied in detail.
EU Air Traffic Control System In Need Of Immediate Update - Clune
A small number of French air traffic controllers are able to 'hold Europe to ransom' due to an outdated system of air traffic control based on national borders that hasn't changed since the 1960s.
A small number of French air traffic controllers are able to 'hold Europe to ransom' due to an outdated system of air traffic control based on national borders that hasn't changed since the 1960s.
SF Nominate Ciaran Staunton For Seanad Election
Sinn Féin has nominated Ciaran Staunton as an independent candidate in the upcoming Seanad elections "as a voice for the diaspora". Party leader Gerry Adams said: "Ciaran Staunton is a Mayo man who has lived in the United States since the 1980's.
Sinn Féin has nominated Ciaran Staunton as an independent candidate in the upcoming Seanad elections "as a voice for the diaspora". Party leader Gerry Adams said: "Ciaran Staunton is a Mayo man who has lived in the United States since the 1980's.
Irish News on Fri, Mar 22 2013, 4,748 days ago
Hospitals Seeking To Confirm Out-Patient Appointments
Some 18,000 letters are being sent to out-patients of hospitals in Galway and Roscommon asking if they still want appointments in an effort to cut waiting times and reduce the number of "no shows" at outpatient clinics.
Some 18,000 letters are being sent to out-patients of hospitals in Galway and Roscommon asking if they still want appointments in an effort to cut waiting times and reduce the number of "no shows" at outpatient clinics.
Limerick Hospital Asks Public Not To Attend A&E
Due to a surge in attendances Limerick’s Mid Western Regional Hospital has appealed to the public not to attend its emergency department unless absolutely necessary. A total of 45 patients were seeking help at the hospital's emergency department on Friday morning.
Due to a surge in attendances Limerick’s Mid Western Regional Hospital has appealed to the public not to attend its emergency department unless absolutely necessary. A total of 45 patients were seeking help at the hospital's emergency department on Friday morning.
Fitzpatrick Trial Unlikely Before 2014
The trial of former Anglo Irish Bank chairman Sean FitzPatrick is unlikely to happen before the end of 2014. The 64-year-old is facing a total of 12 charges in connection with financial irregularities at the bank over a six-year period. He has yet to enter a plea.
The trial of former Anglo Irish Bank chairman Sean FitzPatrick is unlikely to happen before the end of 2014. The 64-year-old is facing a total of 12 charges in connection with financial irregularities at the bank over a six-year period. He has yet to enter a plea.
Caution Urged On Roads As Weather Worsens
Heavy overnight rain has caused localised flooding on many roads across the country, with motorists being urged to drive with caution. Severe flooding in Blackpool village, Cork has been reported with 1.2m of water causing damage to shops and homes.
Heavy overnight rain has caused localised flooding on many roads across the country, with motorists being urged to drive with caution. Severe flooding in Blackpool village, Cork has been reported with 1.2m of water causing damage to shops and homes.
Former Christian Brother Found Guilty Of Sexual Abuse
A former Christian Brother has been found guilty at Galway Crown Court on six charges of indecent assault. A jury returned a unanimous verdict on six counts for the sexual abuse of a young boy at St Joseph's Industrial School in Letterfrack during the 1960s.
A former Christian Brother has been found guilty at Galway Crown Court on six charges of indecent assault. A jury returned a unanimous verdict on six counts for the sexual abuse of a young boy at St Joseph's Industrial School in Letterfrack during the 1960s.
Irish News on Thu, Mar 22 2012, 5,113 days ago
Galway Brothel Operator Sentenced To Four Months
A Romanian woman has been sentenced to three months in prison for operating a brothel in Galway city. 34-year-old Monica Ciuciu pleaded guilty at Galway District Court yesterday to acting or assisting in the management of the brothel at a rental property on Mary Street.
A Romanian woman has been sentenced to three months in prison for operating a brothel in Galway city. 34-year-old Monica Ciuciu pleaded guilty at Galway District Court yesterday to acting or assisting in the management of the brothel at a rental property on Mary Street.
Family Charged Over Primary School Knife Chase
The three people arrested yesterday in connection to an attack at a primary school have been named as Conor Mahon, 21, his wife Rose Mahon, 22, and her sister Laura Molloy, 21. Conor Mahon has been charged with possession of a slash-hook primary school.
The three people arrested yesterday in connection to an attack at a primary school have been named as Conor Mahon, 21, his wife Rose Mahon, 22, and her sister Laura Molloy, 21. Conor Mahon has been charged with possession of a slash-hook primary school.
NCA Class AIB Charges An 'Insult'
Following yesterdays announcement by AIB bank that customers would need to maintain a balance of €2,500 for one quarter to qualify for free banking the National Consumer Agency (NCA) has said they will be writing to the Financial Regulator to see if AIB has breached its consumer protection code.
Following yesterdays announcement by AIB bank that customers would need to maintain a balance of €2,500 for one quarter to qualify for free banking the National Consumer Agency (NCA) has said they will be writing to the Financial Regulator to see if AIB has breached its consumer protection code.
Bookings Up For Irish Family-Owned Hotels
New figures released today show that bookings in Irish family-owned hotels have increased in the first two months of this year. Irish Country Hotels, a collection of 26 family-owned hotels in Ireland, show a 21% increase in bookings for January and February compared to the same period in 2011.
New figures released today show that bookings in Irish family-owned hotels have increased in the first two months of this year. Irish Country Hotels, a collection of 26 family-owned hotels in Ireland, show a 21% increase in bookings for January and February compared to the same period in 2011.
Mahon Tribunal Reveals Corruption
A report into the Republic's planning process has found that Bertie Ahern is guilty of not properly recording financial transactions, however he will not be charged with corruption. It is understood that the Mahon tribunal found that Mr Ahern failed to truthfully account for a total of 165,214.
A report into the Republic's planning process has found that Bertie Ahern is guilty of not properly recording financial transactions, however he will not be charged with corruption. It is understood that the Mahon tribunal found that Mr Ahern failed to truthfully account for a total of 165,214.
Prison Escapee Sentenced To Four Months
A prisoner who escaped from jail 8 months into an eight year sentence over the death of a Garda officer has been sentenced to 4 months. Martin McDermott escaped from the low-security prison in Blacklion, County Cavan on 15 March, PSNI officers in Derry/Londonderry recaptured him the next day.
A prisoner who escaped from jail 8 months into an eight year sentence over the death of a Garda officer has been sentenced to 4 months. Martin McDermott escaped from the low-security prison in Blacklion, County Cavan on 15 March, PSNI officers in Derry/Londonderry recaptured him the next day.
Fine Gael TD Receive Death Threats Over A+E Closure U-Turn
Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan has told TV3 News he was frightened to return to his home after being threatened with a “bullet in the head”. The threat came after he voted in favour of closing the A&E department at Roscommon Hospital.
Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan has told TV3 News he was frightened to return to his home after being threatened with a “bullet in the head”. The threat came after he voted in favour of closing the A&E department at Roscommon Hospital.
Ryanair Loses Latest Legal Battle Over Icelandic Volcano
Budget airline Ryanair has lost the latest round in its legal battle to avoid paying for hotels, meals and drinks for passengers disrupted by delayed flights during the Icelandic volcano eruption in 2010.
Budget airline Ryanair has lost the latest round in its legal battle to avoid paying for hotels, meals and drinks for passengers disrupted by delayed flights during the Icelandic volcano eruption in 2010.
Three Arrested With Gun, Ammunition And Drugs
Three people have been arrested in Dublin following the seizure of a firearm, ammunition and drugs worth an estimated €500,000. Gardaí from the National Criminal Investigation Bureau made the arrests at a house in Palmers Court, Palmerstown at about 10pm last night.
Three people have been arrested in Dublin following the seizure of a firearm, ammunition and drugs worth an estimated €500,000. Gardaí from the National Criminal Investigation Bureau made the arrests at a house in Palmers Court, Palmerstown at about 10pm last night.
Irish News on Tue, Mar 22 2011, 5,479 days ago
Moriarty Tribunal Publishes Final Report
The Moriarty Tribunal has published its second and final report into the acquisition of the second mobile phone licence to Esat Digifone in 1996.
The Moriarty Tribunal has published its second and final report into the acquisition of the second mobile phone licence to Esat Digifone in 1996.
Four Arrested Over Dublin Murder
Detectives are questioning four teenagers in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old man in Inchicore on Saturday night. Two 14-year-old boys, a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old, were arrested by Gardaí this morning and are being held at separate garda stations on the southside of Dublin city.
Detectives are questioning four teenagers in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old man in Inchicore on Saturday night. Two 14-year-old boys, a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old, were arrested by Gardaí this morning and are being held at separate garda stations on the southside of Dublin city.
Doctors Warn Of Cuts To Essential NI Health Services
Health services in your community will stop and jobs are under threat. This is the stark warning from doctors across Northern Ireland today, as a petition of over 32,000 signatures was taken to Stormont to deliver to the Minister for Health, Michael McGimpsey MLA.
Health services in your community will stop and jobs are under threat. This is the stark warning from doctors across Northern Ireland today, as a petition of over 32,000 signatures was taken to Stormont to deliver to the Minister for Health, Michael McGimpsey MLA.
McGuinness Prepared To 'Share' Role
Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness has announced that Sinn Féin is prepared to share the First Minister role with the DUP, should the party top the polls in May. Martin McGuinness and Gerry Adams have always argued that the powers of the first and deputy first minister have been equal.
Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness has announced that Sinn Féin is prepared to share the First Minister role with the DUP, should the party top the polls in May. Martin McGuinness and Gerry Adams have always argued that the powers of the first and deputy first minister have been equal.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 22 2010, 5,844 days ago
Dundalk Shooting Man Dies
The Irish police are keeping an open mind about a motive behind the death of a man in his 40s following a shooting in Dundalk, Co Louth, at the weekend. The victim was visiting a house in Saltown when two men burst into the house just before 7pm on Sunday and shot him at least once.
The Irish police are keeping an open mind about a motive behind the death of a man in his 40s following a shooting in Dundalk, Co Louth, at the weekend. The victim was visiting a house in Saltown when two men burst into the house just before 7pm on Sunday and shot him at least once.
Bishop Seeks 'Renewal' Of Church
Just days after Pope Benedict XVI apologised to victims of child sex abuse by Catholic priests in Ireland, an Irish bishop has sought "accountability" from the State's inquiry into clerical child sex abuse in Ireland.
Just days after Pope Benedict XVI apologised to victims of child sex abuse by Catholic priests in Ireland, an Irish bishop has sought "accountability" from the State's inquiry into clerical child sex abuse in Ireland.
Waterford Assault Victim 'Critical'
A man remains critically ill after a serious assault in Waterford City. He is one of two brothers hurt and who are understood to have been assaulted by a group of other men at 11.45pm last night in the People's Park.
A man remains critically ill after a serious assault in Waterford City. He is one of two brothers hurt and who are understood to have been assaulted by a group of other men at 11.45pm last night in the People's Park.
Police 'Industrial Action' Begins
History was being made today as some 11,000 Gardaí were expected to begin a 'work-to-rule'. This will be the first action of its kind in the history of the force. The so-called 'withdrawal of goodwill' is in protest over public sector pay cuts and the pension levy.
History was being made today as some 11,000 Gardaí were expected to begin a 'work-to-rule'. This will be the first action of its kind in the history of the force. The so-called 'withdrawal of goodwill' is in protest over public sector pay cuts and the pension levy.
MPs To Back Justice Deal
Westminster Parliamentarians are expected to formally back the devolution of policing and justice powers to the North's Assembly today. MPs are widely predicted to support the Parliamentary orders which will see a Stormont Justice Department established by 12 April.
Westminster Parliamentarians are expected to formally back the devolution of policing and justice powers to the North's Assembly today. MPs are widely predicted to support the Parliamentary orders which will see a Stormont Justice Department established by 12 April.
Cops 'Foil ATM Robbers'
Northern police officers who were left red-faced last year as criminal gangs repeatedly hit isolated bank cash machines have hit back.
Northern police officers who were left red-faced last year as criminal gangs repeatedly hit isolated bank cash machines have hit back.
Abuse Probe Call Gets Stormont Response
An 'options paper' has been circulated around MLAs in the NI Executive regarding potential ways forward on dealing with historical child abuse in Northern Ireland.
An 'options paper' has been circulated around MLAs in the NI Executive regarding potential ways forward on dealing with historical child abuse in Northern Ireland.
Causeway Gets £9m NITB Grant
The North's proposed new visitors' centre at the Giants Causeway is to receive a £9.25m grant from the NI Tourist Board (NITB). The funding represents half the cost of the project, with the Heritage Lottery Fund having already pledged £3m, while the National Trust is to invest £4m.
The North's proposed new visitors' centre at the Giants Causeway is to receive a £9.25m grant from the NI Tourist Board (NITB). The funding represents half the cost of the project, with the Heritage Lottery Fund having already pledged £3m, while the National Trust is to invest £4m.
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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.