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Irish News on Fri, Aug 17 2018, 2,922 days ago
Move To Clampdown On Airbnb Rentals Welcomed
Labour have welcomed a move to clampdown on Airbnb rentals and has called for Airbnb to release the number of Irish properties listed on their website. Speaking today, Labour Senator, Kevin Humphreys, said: "This is a welcome development for renters and local communities.
Labour have welcomed a move to clampdown on Airbnb rentals and has called for Airbnb to release the number of Irish properties listed on their website. Speaking today, Labour Senator, Kevin Humphreys, said: "This is a welcome development for renters and local communities.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 17 2017, 3,287 days ago
Fresh Appeal For Information On Whereabouts Of William Mulvihill
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 54-year-old William Mulvihill, who has been missing for almost a year. Mr Mulvihill was last seen on the 21 August 2016 near the N69 Tralee to Listowel bypass at a roundabout at Kielduff, Tralee, Co Kerry. He is described as 1.
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 54-year-old William Mulvihill, who has been missing for almost a year. Mr Mulvihill was last seen on the 21 August 2016 near the N69 Tralee to Listowel bypass at a roundabout at Kielduff, Tralee, Co Kerry. He is described as 1.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 17 2016, 3,652 days ago
Olympic Council Of Ireland President Arrested In Rio
The Head of the Olympic Council of Ireland, Pat Hickey, has reportedly been arrested in Rio over an alleged ticket scam. According to the Brazilian newspaper Estadão, Mr Hickey, 71, was arrested at a hotel on Wednesday morning, 17 August.
The Head of the Olympic Council of Ireland, Pat Hickey, has reportedly been arrested in Rio over an alleged ticket scam. According to the Brazilian newspaper Estadão, Mr Hickey, 71, was arrested at a hotel on Wednesday morning, 17 August.
Fianna Fáil Calls For Independent Investigation Into Olympic Ticket Controversy
Fianna Fáil has called for an independent investigation to be launched into the Olympic ticket controversy following the arrest of Pat Hickey.
Fianna Fáil has called for an independent investigation to be launched into the Olympic ticket controversy following the arrest of Pat Hickey.
Woman's Body Found At House In Co Wexford
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body at a house in Co Wexford. The discovery was made at about 7.30pm on Tuesday, 16 August, at a house at Cluain Dara, Clonard, in Wexford Town. It is understood the body is of a woman aged in her 50s.
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body at a house in Co Wexford. The discovery was made at about 7.30pm on Tuesday, 16 August, at a house at Cluain Dara, Clonard, in Wexford Town. It is understood the body is of a woman aged in her 50s.
Two Men Charged Over Dissident Republican Activity
Two men have appeared before a special sitting of the Special Criminal Court charged in connection with dissident republican activity.
Two men have appeared before a special sitting of the Special Criminal Court charged in connection with dissident republican activity.
Almost 60,000 Leaving Cert Students To Receive Results
The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, has congratulated almost 60,000 students receiving their Leaving Certificate results. "Today is a very important watershed in the lives of so many young people as their time in school draws to an end and the next phase of their lives begin.
The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, has congratulated almost 60,000 students receiving their Leaving Certificate results. "Today is a very important watershed in the lives of so many young people as their time in school draws to an end and the next phase of their lives begin.
Back To School Costs 'At The Point Of Being Extortion' - SF
The costs associated with children starting or returning to school have been described as "crippling" by Sinn Féin TD, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire. The Cork South Central TD said the costs of sending a child back to school are "at the point of being extortion".
The costs associated with children starting or returning to school have been described as "crippling" by Sinn Féin TD, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire. The Cork South Central TD said the costs of sending a child back to school are "at the point of being extortion".
Taoiseach And Minister Congratulate Annalise Murphy On Olympic Silver
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister's Shane Ross and Patrick O'Donovan have congratulated Annalise Murphy on winning a silver medal in the women's laser radial at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister's Shane Ross and Patrick O'Donovan have congratulated Annalise Murphy on winning a silver medal in the women's laser radial at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Allowance Payment Agreement Reached For Mental Health Nurses
A payment schedule for a community allowance for mental health nurses has been secured by SIPTU nursing representatives. The agreement was made at talks between the union and HSE management at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) on Tuesday, 16 August.
A payment schedule for a community allowance for mental health nurses has been secured by SIPTU nursing representatives. The agreement was made at talks between the union and HSE management at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) on Tuesday, 16 August.
Two Cyclists Injured In Separate Road Crashes
Two cyclists are being treated in hospital following separate road crashes in Dublin on Tuesday evening, 16 August. A male cyclist was involved in a collision with a car shortly before 6pm outside Terenure College.
Two cyclists are being treated in hospital following separate road crashes in Dublin on Tuesday evening, 16 August. A male cyclist was involved in a collision with a car shortly before 6pm outside Terenure College.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 17 2015, 4,018 days ago
Special Tourism VAT Rate 'Huge Success' - FG
A special 9% VAT rate for the tourism industry has been praised as a "huge success" and credited with the creation of more than 30,000 jobs.
A special 9% VAT rate for the tourism industry has been praised as a "huge success" and credited with the creation of more than 30,000 jobs.
New Jobs Announced In North Dublin
One hundred new jobs are to be created at a new state-of-the-art food plant in Lusk, Co Dublin. Ballymaguire Foods have said that the new jobs will include graduate positions in sales and marketing, food scientists and technicians and research and development amongst others.
One hundred new jobs are to be created at a new state-of-the-art food plant in Lusk, Co Dublin. Ballymaguire Foods have said that the new jobs will include graduate positions in sales and marketing, food scientists and technicians and research and development amongst others.
Ireland To Provide €3m In Humanitarian Aid
Ireland will provide €2.
Ireland will provide €2.
Gardai Investigate Fatal Road Accident
An investigation has been launched into a fatal traffic collision in Blackwater, Co Kerry, on Saturday, 15 August. A male motorcyclist, aged in his 50s, was seriously injured in a collision with a car on the N70, between Kenmare and Sneem, at Lackeen, Blackwater.
An investigation has been launched into a fatal traffic collision in Blackwater, Co Kerry, on Saturday, 15 August. A male motorcyclist, aged in his 50s, was seriously injured in a collision with a car on the N70, between Kenmare and Sneem, at Lackeen, Blackwater.
Investigation Launched Into Ballyfermot Shooting
Gardaí have launched an investigation into a shooting incident on Cherry Orchard Parade, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. A man aged in his 20s was found with a number of gunshot wounds at about 18:20 on Saturday, 15 August. He was found on a green area close to the rail line at Cherry Orchard.
Gardaí have launched an investigation into a shooting incident on Cherry Orchard Parade, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. A man aged in his 20s was found with a number of gunshot wounds at about 18:20 on Saturday, 15 August. He was found on a green area close to the rail line at Cherry Orchard.
Sinn Féin Call For 'Massive Public Response' For National Water Protest
Sinn Féin have called for a "massive public response" and for people to "turn out in their droves" for the Right2Water National Demonstration on 29 August.
Sinn Féin have called for a "massive public response" and for people to "turn out in their droves" for the Right2Water National Demonstration on 29 August.
Minister For Education Urged To Address 'Inflating' CAO Points
Minister for Education, Jan O'Sullivan, must begin engaging meaningfully with the HEA and the country's universities if the practice of inflated points is to be brought under control, Fianna Fáil Education spokesperson, Charlie McConalogue, said.
Minister for Education, Jan O'Sullivan, must begin engaging meaningfully with the HEA and the country's universities if the practice of inflated points is to be brought under control, Fianna Fáil Education spokesperson, Charlie McConalogue, said.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 17 2012, 5,113 days ago
Three Arrested Over Cash Van Robbery
Three people have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery of a cash-in-transit van near Rathfarnham Shopping Centre in Dublin this afternoon. A cash box containing an undisclosed sum of money was taken during the robbery.
Three people have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery of a cash-in-transit van near Rathfarnham Shopping Centre in Dublin this afternoon. A cash box containing an undisclosed sum of money was taken during the robbery.
Over 50% Of Mortgages In Arrears
Over 50% of Irish mortgages are in negative equity, according to Davy stockbrokers. In an analysis of the mortgage arrears situation, Davy has forecast that owner-occupier arrears will peak at 16.5% from a level of 13.4% in the first quarter of this year.
Over 50% of Irish mortgages are in negative equity, according to Davy stockbrokers. In an analysis of the mortgage arrears situation, Davy has forecast that owner-occupier arrears will peak at 16.5% from a level of 13.4% in the first quarter of this year.
Barristers Fees To Be Cut 25% For Government Work
Barristers face significant cuts in the fees they charge for Government work, as well as a more transparent pricing system, under a “radical and unique” tender process to reduce legal fees to the State.
Barristers face significant cuts in the fees they charge for Government work, as well as a more transparent pricing system, under a “radical and unique” tender process to reduce legal fees to the State.
TD Disputes Household Charge Link To Cuts
Independent TD Thomas Pringle has claimed the Government is using non-payment of the Household Charge to justify local authority cuts that were already planned or had already been applied.
Independent TD Thomas Pringle has claimed the Government is using non-payment of the Household Charge to justify local authority cuts that were already planned or had already been applied.
Ryanair Proposing To Pull Aer Lingus Routes To Avoid Monopoly
It has been revealed that Ryanair is in discussions with the European Commission about pulling Aer Lingus from a series of routes out of Dublin if it is granted permission to take over the airline.
It has been revealed that Ryanair is in discussions with the European Commission about pulling Aer Lingus from a series of routes out of Dublin if it is granted permission to take over the airline.
Two Irishmen On UKs Tax Fugitive 'Most Wanted' List
Two Irish men have appeared on a “most wanted’ list of the top 20 UK tax fugitives, accused of fleeing the country after “being charged with a crime or during trial".
Two Irish men have appeared on a “most wanted’ list of the top 20 UK tax fugitives, accused of fleeing the country after “being charged with a crime or during trial".
Intel Granted Expansion
Kildare County Council has granted planning permission for computer chip giant Intel to build a a new fabrication plant at its site in Leixlip. The firm lodged a planning application in May.
Kildare County Council has granted planning permission for computer chip giant Intel to build a a new fabrication plant at its site in Leixlip. The firm lodged a planning application in May.
Campaign To Change Prostitution Law Launched
A new campaign seeking public support for a change in prostitution laws begins today. Turn Off The Red Light, the billboard and social media campaign, wants to see a change in the law, criminalising the men who pay for sex rather than the prostitutes.
A new campaign seeking public support for a change in prostitution laws begins today. Turn Off The Red Light, the billboard and social media campaign, wants to see a change in the law, criminalising the men who pay for sex rather than the prostitutes.
Second Man Charged With Geoghegan Murder
A 29-year-old Limerick man has appeared at the Special Criminal Court in Dublin, the second person to be charged with the murder of Shane Geoghegan in 2008.
A 29-year-old Limerick man has appeared at the Special Criminal Court in Dublin, the second person to be charged with the murder of Shane Geoghegan in 2008.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 17 2011, 5,479 days ago
Man Stabbed In Dublin
A 26-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital after being stabbed in Dublin in the early hours of this morning. The attack happened at a house in Ashlawn Park in Ballybrack around 12:45am.
A 26-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital after being stabbed in Dublin in the early hours of this morning. The attack happened at a house in Ashlawn Park in Ballybrack around 12:45am.
Pensioner And Child Killed On Irish Roads
A senior citizen and a young child have died in separate road accidents on either side off the border. A 65-year-old man was fatally injured after a three-vehicle road crash on the Newry Road in Kilkeel on Tuesday afternoon.
A senior citizen and a young child have died in separate road accidents on either side off the border. A 65-year-old man was fatally injured after a three-vehicle road crash on the Newry Road in Kilkeel on Tuesday afternoon.
Four Arrested In Heroin Seizure
Four men have been arrested after heroin with an estimated street value of €2.4 million was seized in Kildare. Around 12kg of the drug wa discovered after gardaí stopped and searched a number of cars off the Naas Road at Kill.
Four men have been arrested after heroin with an estimated street value of €2.4 million was seized in Kildare. Around 12kg of the drug wa discovered after gardaí stopped and searched a number of cars off the Naas Road at Kill.
Fuel Laundering Plant 'Decommissioned'
An illicit plant with the capacity to produce more than two million litres of fraudulent diesel a year and evade £1.3m in excise duty per annum has been uncovered by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in Co Down.
An illicit plant with the capacity to produce more than two million litres of fraudulent diesel a year and evade £1.3m in excise duty per annum has been uncovered by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in Co Down.
Derry Trains Curtailed
A complete refurbishment of the track between the up-and-coming border City Of Culture, Londonderry and the town of Coleraine - and onward to Belfast and Dublin - has been put back for at least five years.
A complete refurbishment of the track between the up-and-coming border City Of Culture, Londonderry and the town of Coleraine - and onward to Belfast and Dublin - has been put back for at least five years.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 17 2010, 5,844 days ago
Three Killed In Cruiser Tragedy
Three men have died and one has been dramatically rescued after their cruiser fishing boat caught fire off the coast of County Cork yesterday evening. The 25-foot ship sank in the waters south of Roundcarrig Lighthouse off Adrigole Harbour in Bantry Bay.
Three men have died and one has been dramatically rescued after their cruiser fishing boat caught fire off the coast of County Cork yesterday evening. The 25-foot ship sank in the waters south of Roundcarrig Lighthouse off Adrigole Harbour in Bantry Bay.
Irish Rail 'Aware Viaduct Fail Was Imminent'
An independent report into the collapse of a bridge on the main Belfast to Dublin railway line has claimed Irish Rail was aware the structure might fail, but did nothing.
An independent report into the collapse of a bridge on the main Belfast to Dublin railway line has claimed Irish Rail was aware the structure might fail, but did nothing.
SDLP Leader Slammed For MI5 Comments
There has been an angry response to yesterday's call to give the North's police back its former lead role in intelligence gathering.
There has been an angry response to yesterday's call to give the North's police back its former lead role in intelligence gathering.
Defence Minister Remembers Loss Of Pilots
The Minister for Defence has today spoke of his "great sadness" at losing two Irish Air Corps pilots, as he releases his department's annual report.
The Minister for Defence has today spoke of his "great sadness" at losing two Irish Air Corps pilots, as he releases his department's annual report.
FG Warn Against Threat Of International Land Buyers
Opposition Party Fine Gael have warned that Ireland’s land is "not up for grabs" as international land buyers move in to buy up "large tracts" of Ireland's agricultural land.
Opposition Party Fine Gael have warned that Ireland’s land is "not up for grabs" as international land buyers move in to buy up "large tracts" of Ireland's agricultural land.
PSNI Oversight Boss Quizzed On Land Deal
The man at the helm of the North's police oversight body has been at the receiving end of investigations this week. The Chairman of the NI Policing Board, Barry Gilligan, has gone voluntarily to a police station to be interviewed about his role in a controversial Belfast land deal.
The man at the helm of the North's police oversight body has been at the receiving end of investigations this week. The Chairman of the NI Policing Board, Barry Gilligan, has gone voluntarily to a police station to be interviewed about his role in a controversial Belfast land deal.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 17 2009, 6,209 days ago
Two Dead In Bray Stabbing
The body of a second man has been found following the fatal stabbing of a man in Bray. Gardaí investigating the murder of 22-year-old Sebastian Creane on Saturday have discovered a second body in connection with the case.
The body of a second man has been found following the fatal stabbing of a man in Bray. Gardaí investigating the murder of 22-year-old Sebastian Creane on Saturday have discovered a second body in connection with the case.
Young Man killed In Hit And Run In Cork
A young man has been killed following a hit and run incident in County Cork. A 21-year-old male pedestrian was fatally injured after he was struck by a car at Pewterhole Cross, Kinsale. His body has been removed to Cork University Hospital.
A young man has been killed following a hit and run incident in County Cork. A 21-year-old male pedestrian was fatally injured after he was struck by a car at Pewterhole Cross, Kinsale. His body has been removed to Cork University Hospital.
Co Derry Security Officer Dies In Afghanistan
A former British Army soldier from the North has been killed in war-torn Afghanistan. As it emerged at the weekend that another three serving British soldiers had been killed, the former Royal Irish Regiment soldier from Co Londonderry also died while working as a private security guard.
A former British Army soldier from the North has been killed in war-torn Afghanistan. As it emerged at the weekend that another three serving British soldiers had been killed, the former Royal Irish Regiment soldier from Co Londonderry also died while working as a private security guard.
Mayo Gang Assaults Injuries Probed
Four men have been hurt during two separate assaults by gangs of men in a Co Mayo town over the weekend. The first incident occurred at approximately 3.30am, when two men aged 27 and 32-years-old were assaulted while walking down New Street, Ballinrobe by a number of men.
Four men have been hurt during two separate assaults by gangs of men in a Co Mayo town over the weekend. The first incident occurred at approximately 3.30am, when two men aged 27 and 32-years-old were assaulted while walking down New Street, Ballinrobe by a number of men.
Pensioner Assaulted During Burglary
A man in his 60s has been beaten in his home during a burglary in Co Mayo. The man is said to be recovering in hospital after he was attacked during the robbery at his home in Charlestown at around 10pm last night.
A man in his 60s has been beaten in his home during a burglary in Co Mayo. The man is said to be recovering in hospital after he was attacked during the robbery at his home in Charlestown at around 10pm last night.
Book Of Solidarity For Suu Kyi Opened In Dublin
A book of solidarity for the Burmese opposition leader will open at City Hall in Dublin this afternoon.
A book of solidarity for the Burmese opposition leader will open at City Hall in Dublin this afternoon.
Tensions Rise As Co Derry Orange Hall Targeted
A weekend attack on a rural Orange Hall is being blamed on dissident republican elements. Republican graffiti linked to the splinter group was daubed on the Bellaghy building on the Ballynease Road and several drainpipes were damaged.
A weekend attack on a rural Orange Hall is being blamed on dissident republican elements. Republican graffiti linked to the splinter group was daubed on the Bellaghy building on the Ballynease Road and several drainpipes were damaged.
College Offers Get Underway
The first round of offers for undergraduate college places begins today as the educational landscape begins to shift.
The first round of offers for undergraduate college places begins today as the educational landscape begins to shift.
4Home Workers' Union To Meet Management
The Mandate trade union is to meet management at the 4Home superstore in Mitchelstown, Co Cork after a sit-in protest by workers ended on Friday.
The Mandate trade union is to meet management at the 4Home superstore in Mitchelstown, Co Cork after a sit-in protest by workers ended on Friday.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 17 2007, 6,940 days ago
Pensioner Treated After Dublin Gas Explosion
A man in his 70s is being treated in hospital for severe burns and smoke inhalation after a gas explosion at a Dublin city centre flat. Fire crews and the ambulance service attended the fire at the Oliver Bond flat complex on Usher’s Quay.
A man in his 70s is being treated in hospital for severe burns and smoke inhalation after a gas explosion at a Dublin city centre flat. Fire crews and the ambulance service attended the fire at the Oliver Bond flat complex on Usher’s Quay.
Delay In Irish Cancer Screening Programme
The National Cancer Screening Programme, which was promised for November has been delayed. The programme was set up under the establishment of the National Cancer Screening Service (NCSS) Board in January 2007, and is aimed at reducing the number of cancer deaths a year.
The National Cancer Screening Programme, which was promised for November has been delayed. The programme was set up under the establishment of the National Cancer Screening Service (NCSS) Board in January 2007, and is aimed at reducing the number of cancer deaths a year.
Diversions In Place Following Fatal Limerick Crash
A woman has died in a car crash involving a bicyclist approximately 2kms outside Bruff on the Kilmallock road in County Limerick. The deceased, who was aged in her 40s, was a cyclist. She was involved in a collision with a car. Her body has been removed from the scene to Limerick Regional Hospital.
A woman has died in a car crash involving a bicyclist approximately 2kms outside Bruff on the Kilmallock road in County Limerick. The deceased, who was aged in her 40s, was a cyclist. She was involved in a collision with a car. Her body has been removed from the scene to Limerick Regional Hospital.
Gormley's Concern Over Aer Lingus Plans
Minister for the Environment, John Gormley, has raised concern over the Aer Lingus decision to end its Shannon to Heathrow service. Mr Gormley said the move was not in accordance with Government policy.
Minister for the Environment, John Gormley, has raised concern over the Aer Lingus decision to end its Shannon to Heathrow service. Mr Gormley said the move was not in accordance with Government policy.
US Extradition Hearing On Irishwoman's Death
A hearing will take place later today in the US to determine whether former minister, the Reverend George Exoo, will be extradited to Ireland. Mr Exoo has been accused of assisting in the suicide of Rosemary Toole-Gilhooley in Dublin in 2002.
A hearing will take place later today in the US to determine whether former minister, the Reverend George Exoo, will be extradited to Ireland. Mr Exoo has been accused of assisting in the suicide of Rosemary Toole-Gilhooley in Dublin in 2002.
Irish Shares Marked Fall On World Slide
Irish shares have been hit hard, as global financial markets face the worst crisis in years. Four billion euro has been wiped off Irish share values, coinciding with falls in other world markets.
Irish shares have been hit hard, as global financial markets face the worst crisis in years. Four billion euro has been wiped off Irish share values, coinciding with falls in other world markets.
Rail Services To Dublin Delayed
Rail services from Cork and Limerick to Dublin have been disrupted following an engine fault on a train today. The fault developed on the train leaving Kent Station, Cork, travelling to Heuston Station in Dublin at 5.15am. All trains that left both Cork and Limerick for Dublin before 7.
Rail services from Cork and Limerick to Dublin have been disrupted following an engine fault on a train today. The fault developed on the train leaving Kent Station, Cork, travelling to Heuston Station in Dublin at 5.15am. All trains that left both Cork and Limerick for Dublin before 7.
Flynn Pays RTÉ €1.23M
RTÉ have confirmed that payment in relation to the Flynn case is being made. The Irish national broadcaster is owed almost €1.23 million following a court settlement over a failed libel action by Co. Mayo TD Beverly Flynn.
RTÉ have confirmed that payment in relation to the Flynn case is being made. The Irish national broadcaster is owed almost €1.23 million following a court settlement over a failed libel action by Co. Mayo TD Beverly Flynn.
Stones Fans Urged To Be Careful Near Boyne
John Leech, CEO of Irish Water Safety (IWS) has urged thousands of fans attending Slane Castle for a Rolling Stones concert, to exercise caution around the Boyne River. Around 70,000 people are set to attend the event, which takes place on Saturday.
John Leech, CEO of Irish Water Safety (IWS) has urged thousands of fans attending Slane Castle for a Rolling Stones concert, to exercise caution around the Boyne River. Around 70,000 people are set to attend the event, which takes place on Saturday.
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