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Irish News on Fri, Oct 25 2019, 2,557 days ago
Gardaí Announce Bank Holiday Road Safety Campaign
Gardaí have announced a Bank Holiday Road Safety Campaign, that will see them carrying out high visibility patrols and checkpoints across the roads network. Garda are appealing to motorists not to drive under the influence of an intoxicant and to reduce speed.
Gardaí have announced a Bank Holiday Road Safety Campaign, that will see them carrying out high visibility patrols and checkpoints across the roads network. Garda are appealing to motorists not to drive under the influence of an intoxicant and to reduce speed.
Fianna Fáil Call For More Garda To Address Increased Incidents In Dublin
More gardaí are needed to stop anti-social behaviour and violent incidents in Dublin, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Dublin John Lahart has said. Deputy Lahart made the call following an incident of suspected assault and endangerment in Citywest.
More gardaí are needed to stop anti-social behaviour and violent incidents in Dublin, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Dublin John Lahart has said. Deputy Lahart made the call following an incident of suspected assault and endangerment in Citywest.
Sinn Féin Launch Proposal To 'Give Women And Families A Break'
Sinn Féin have launched a new proposal aimed at giving "women and their families a break". Launching the document, Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald, said: "Ireland has undergone significant social and economic change over the last two decades.
Sinn Féin have launched a new proposal aimed at giving "women and their families a break". Launching the document, Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald, said: "Ireland has undergone significant social and economic change over the last two decades.
Govt Seeking Views On Development Of New Hate Crime Laws
A public consultation has been launched seeking the public's input in the development of Ireland's criminal law on hate speech and hate crime.
A public consultation has been launched seeking the public's input in the development of Ireland's criminal law on hate speech and hate crime.
EC Approves Microbead Restrictions Proposed By Minister Eoghan Murphy
The European Commission has given its clearance for the restrictions on microbeads proposed by Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy, in his Microbeads (Prohibition) Bill 2019.
The European Commission has given its clearance for the restrictions on microbeads proposed by Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy, in his Microbeads (Prohibition) Bill 2019.
Climate Action Town Hall Announced In Clontarf
A Climate Action Town Hall has been announced to take place at Mount Temple Comprehensive in Clontarf. Announced by the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Richard Bruton, it is part of a series of town hall meetings on his Climate Action Plan.
A Climate Action Town Hall has been announced to take place at Mount Temple Comprehensive in Clontarf. Announced by the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Richard Bruton, it is part of a series of town hall meetings on his Climate Action Plan.
Job Opportunities For Irish Speakers In European Union
The Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht has announced a one-day seminar on employment opportunities for Irish speakers in the European Union.
The Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht has announced a one-day seminar on employment opportunities for Irish speakers in the European Union.
Year 1 Report On LGBTI+ National Youth Strategy Published
The Year 1 Report on the Implementation of the LGBTI+ National Youth Strategy has been launched by the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr. Katherine Zappone, at an Implementation Forum attended by cross government partners and stakeholders at Collins Barracks.
The Year 1 Report on the Implementation of the LGBTI+ National Youth Strategy has been launched by the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr. Katherine Zappone, at an Implementation Forum attended by cross government partners and stakeholders at Collins Barracks.
Appeal Issued For Missing 79-Year-Old John Tyson
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 79-year-old John Tyson who is missing from his home in Tallaght, Dublin since Thursday 17th October 2019. He is described as being 5'10", of medium build, with grey hair and blue eyes.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 79-year-old John Tyson who is missing from his home in Tallaght, Dublin since Thursday 17th October 2019. He is described as being 5'10", of medium build, with grey hair and blue eyes.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 25 2018, 2,922 days ago
Govt Condemned Over 'Failure To Move' On Serious Abuse Allegations
The government has been condemned for its failure to move on the serious incident review that they announced in March of this year. The review relates to the management of very serious abuse and neglect allegations involving sixteen children in four families.
The government has been condemned for its failure to move on the serious incident review that they announced in March of this year. The review relates to the management of very serious abuse and neglect allegations involving sixteen children in four families.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 25 2017, 3,287 days ago
Finglas Gardaí Station Evacuated In Security Alert
Finglas Gardaí Station was evacuated on Tuesday afternoon, 24 October, in an emergency security operation. The alert began at 3pm when a member of the public arrived at Finglas Garda Station with a suspicious device recovered near his home.
Finglas Gardaí Station was evacuated on Tuesday afternoon, 24 October, in an emergency security operation. The alert began at 3pm when a member of the public arrived at Finglas Garda Station with a suspicious device recovered near his home.
19-Year-Old Man In Critical Condition Following Collision
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Drumcondra in the early hours of Wednesday morning, 25 October. A 19-year-old male is in a critical condition in the Mater hospital after he was struck by a car on the Drumcondra Road at about 4.10am.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Drumcondra in the early hours of Wednesday morning, 25 October. A 19-year-old male is in a critical condition in the Mater hospital after he was struck by a car on the Drumcondra Road at about 4.10am.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 25 2013, 4,748 days ago
Dublin Bus Await Driver Ballot Decision
Dublin Bus is waiting on a decision from drivers over the latest proposed cost-cutting measures. The SIPTU and National Bus and Rail Union members have already rejected several proposed cost saving plans, which aim to make annual savings of €11 million.
Dublin Bus is waiting on a decision from drivers over the latest proposed cost-cutting measures. The SIPTU and National Bus and Rail Union members have already rejected several proposed cost saving plans, which aim to make annual savings of €11 million.
Ryanair Introduce Series Of Service Improvements
A number of service improvements are to be made by Ryanair is response to customer feedback, the airline has announced.
A number of service improvements are to be made by Ryanair is response to customer feedback, the airline has announced.
ACCBank Cut 180 Staff And Give Up Banking License
One hundred and eighty jobs are to be cut at ACCBank, as it announces the closure of all its public business centres and surrendering of its banking license. ACC, which employs 470 people in Ireland, announced that it would stop providing deposit and current accounts to focus on debt recovery.
One hundred and eighty jobs are to be cut at ACCBank, as it announces the closure of all its public business centres and surrendering of its banking license. ACC, which employs 470 people in Ireland, announced that it would stop providing deposit and current accounts to focus on debt recovery.
Drummonds Ltd Fined Over Workers Deaths
A fine of €125,00 has been issued against grain company Drummonds Ltd over the death of two men in August 2009. Father-of-three, Paul Farrell (34) and student Terry Brennan (19) died while working in an elevator pit over a grain silo at the plant in Knockbridge, Co Louth.
A fine of €125,00 has been issued against grain company Drummonds Ltd over the death of two men in August 2009. Father-of-three, Paul Farrell (34) and student Terry Brennan (19) died while working in an elevator pit over a grain silo at the plant in Knockbridge, Co Louth.
Gardaí Appeal For Help Tracing Missing Galway Man
Gardaí have appeal for help in tracing a missing 39-year-old Galway man. James Ryan from Gort Leinn, Old Monivea Road, was last seen on Tuesday evening in Claregalway, Co Galway. According to gardaí Mr Ryan was driving his gold-coloured Nissan Almera hatchback, registration number 04-W-382.
Gardaí have appeal for help in tracing a missing 39-year-old Galway man. James Ryan from Gort Leinn, Old Monivea Road, was last seen on Tuesday evening in Claregalway, Co Galway. According to gardaí Mr Ryan was driving his gold-coloured Nissan Almera hatchback, registration number 04-W-382.
Sentencing Due Against Wicklow Council Over Firemen Deaths
Sentencing is due today against Wicklow County Council for criminal health and safety violations over the death of two firefighters in Bray in 2007.
Sentencing is due today against Wicklow County Council for criminal health and safety violations over the death of two firefighters in Bray in 2007.
Co Offaly Man Found 'Safe And Well'
A 52-year-old Co Offaly man missing for three weeks has been found "safe and well", gardaí have reported. William Valentine, of Geashill, Co Offaly was last seen on October 10 at the Cappincur Roundabout in Tullamore. Gardaí had issued appeals for help in tracing him.
A 52-year-old Co Offaly man missing for three weeks has been found "safe and well", gardaí have reported. William Valentine, of Geashill, Co Offaly was last seen on October 10 at the Cappincur Roundabout in Tullamore. Gardaí had issued appeals for help in tracing him.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 25 2012, 5,113 days ago
Thousands Receive Household Charge Warning In Error
After thousands of householders, who have already paid the Household Charge, received warning letters on non-payment the chief executive of the Local Government Management Agency has asked any one who received one to make contact with the agency.
After thousands of householders, who have already paid the Household Charge, received warning letters on non-payment the chief executive of the Local Government Management Agency has asked any one who received one to make contact with the agency.
Medical Checks Advised After Prostitute Tests Positive For HIV
After it emerged that a prostitute who had been operating in Letterkenny recently is HIV positive, anyone who has used the services of prostitutes in Co Donegal has been urged to seek medical attention. Supt Vincent O'Brien issued the advice following the disclosure at a court sitting yesterday.
After it emerged that a prostitute who had been operating in Letterkenny recently is HIV positive, anyone who has used the services of prostitutes in Co Donegal has been urged to seek medical attention. Supt Vincent O'Brien issued the advice following the disclosure at a court sitting yesterday.
Five Held After Discovery Of Industrial Cannabis Grow Houses
Five people have been arrested after gardaí discovered four industrial-style cannabis grow houses in counties Kildare, Mayo, Louth and Waterford on Wednesday. The Garda raid was the latest under Operation Nitrogen, which was set up to investigate all aspects of cannabis cultivation.
Five people have been arrested after gardaí discovered four industrial-style cannabis grow houses in counties Kildare, Mayo, Louth and Waterford on Wednesday. The Garda raid was the latest under Operation Nitrogen, which was set up to investigate all aspects of cannabis cultivation.
Troika And Government Meet To Discuss Bailout Programme Exit
Discussions have been taking place between the government and the Troika over what assistance would be available to Ireland as it exits the EU-IMF loan programme. Michael Noonan, the minister for finance, made the comment as the Troika concluded its latest mission to Ireland.
Discussions have been taking place between the government and the Troika over what assistance would be available to Ireland as it exits the EU-IMF loan programme. Michael Noonan, the minister for finance, made the comment as the Troika concluded its latest mission to Ireland.
Three On Trial For 2009 Rape
Three men have gone on trial at the Central Criminal Court accused of raping a woman in Cork in 2009. In an opening statement, prosecuting counsel told the jury that the woman will tell the trial the men were in a van which contained a mattress in the back.
Three men have gone on trial at the Central Criminal Court accused of raping a woman in Cork in 2009. In an opening statement, prosecuting counsel told the jury that the woman will tell the trial the men were in a van which contained a mattress in the back.
Govt Seeks Legal Advice Over Illegality Of Mobility Allowance
The Government is seeking legal advice on its options with regard to the Mobility Allowance, Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore has told the Dáil. It follows a report from the Ombudsman that found the department of health has been illegally operating the scheme for the past 12 years.
The Government is seeking legal advice on its options with regard to the Mobility Allowance, Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore has told the Dáil. It follows a report from the Ombudsman that found the department of health has been illegally operating the scheme for the past 12 years.
Cannabis Used For Pain Relieve Case Struck Out
A long-term cancer sufferer who used cannabis to relieve pain walked free from court on Wednesday. Jacqueline Corris of Connolly Villas, Ennis, Co Clare, had pleaded guilty to unlawfully possessing and cultivating cannabis plants contrary to the Misuse of Drugs Act.
A long-term cancer sufferer who used cannabis to relieve pain walked free from court on Wednesday. Jacqueline Corris of Connolly Villas, Ennis, Co Clare, had pleaded guilty to unlawfully possessing and cultivating cannabis plants contrary to the Misuse of Drugs Act.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 25 2011, 5,479 days ago
Body Recovered In Search For Missing Garda
Search teams working to locate missing Garda Ciaran Jones have found a body close to where Mr Jones was swept away last night. The body has not yet been officially identified. Mr Jones, 25, was swept away at Ballysmuttan Bridge, on the upper reaches of the River Liffey, at around 7pm last night.
Search teams working to locate missing Garda Ciaran Jones have found a body close to where Mr Jones was swept away last night. The body has not yet been officially identified. Mr Jones, 25, was swept away at Ballysmuttan Bridge, on the upper reaches of the River Liffey, at around 7pm last night.
Police 'Concerned' for Kidnap Victim
Garda remain "gravely concerned" for a man who was assaulted and kidnapped in Dublin last week. Father-of-one Ciarán Noonan was bundled into a black Volkswagen Golf on Russell Avenue in East Wall on Thursday afternoon.
Garda remain "gravely concerned" for a man who was assaulted and kidnapped in Dublin last week. Father-of-one Ciarán Noonan was bundled into a black Volkswagen Golf on Russell Avenue in East Wall on Thursday afternoon.
Aras Candidate Gallagher In Cash Row Attack
Irish Presidential hopeful and the poll 'favourite' Sean Gallagher has admitted that he 'may have delivered a cheque from a fuel smuggler' to Fianna Fail headquarters three years ago.
Irish Presidential hopeful and the poll 'favourite' Sean Gallagher has admitted that he 'may have delivered a cheque from a fuel smuggler' to Fianna Fail headquarters three years ago.
Universal Healthcare 'Priority', Says Survey
The majority of Irish people want a ‘universal health system’ based on need even if it means they have to pay more taxes, it has been revealed.
The majority of Irish people want a ‘universal health system’ based on need even if it means they have to pay more taxes, it has been revealed.
Stormont Aid For North's Flood Victims
A Stormont Executive Minister has promised to aid flood-hit homeowners across the North. The NI Environment Minister Alex Attwood pledged to try and help householders if their properties are flooded during the current bad weather.
A Stormont Executive Minister has promised to aid flood-hit homeowners across the North. The NI Environment Minister Alex Attwood pledged to try and help householders if their properties are flooded during the current bad weather.
Dublin Theatre Rebranded In €4.3m Deal
Dublin Grand Canal Theatre, only recently opened, will be re-branded next year after signing a new sponsorship deal. The 18-month-old arts centre will be renamed the Bord Gais Energy Theatre. The energy provider will invest millions in advertising for the theatre as part of a six-year partnership.
Dublin Grand Canal Theatre, only recently opened, will be re-branded next year after signing a new sponsorship deal. The 18-month-old arts centre will be renamed the Bord Gais Energy Theatre. The energy provider will invest millions in advertising for the theatre as part of a six-year partnership.
Residents Celebrate Belfast Airport Court Ruling
A previous decision to allow a virtual free-for-all on passenger numbers at George Best Belfast City Airport has been quashed at the High Court.
A previous decision to allow a virtual free-for-all on passenger numbers at George Best Belfast City Airport has been quashed at the High Court.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 25 2010, 5,844 days ago
Cabinet Meets To Discuss Budget
The scale of the Government's budget cuts is to be hammered out during today's cabinet meeting. Today's meeting is the first of two pre-Budget sessions where Ministers will begin to set out a 4-year plan to reduce the country's Budget deficit to 3% by 2014.
The scale of the Government's budget cuts is to be hammered out during today's cabinet meeting. Today's meeting is the first of two pre-Budget sessions where Ministers will begin to set out a 4-year plan to reduce the country's Budget deficit to 3% by 2014.
Four Dead During Weekend Car Carnage
Four people have been killed in separate road crashes over the Bank Holiday weekend. In County Wexford, a 20-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run incident on the Main Street in Gorey shortly after 2.30am on Saturday.
Four people have been killed in separate road crashes over the Bank Holiday weekend. In County Wexford, a 20-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run incident on the Main Street in Gorey shortly after 2.30am on Saturday.
Hunt On For Missing Teen Girl
A search has been launched into the disappearance of a teenage girl who has gone missing in Kilkenny. Faith Duggan, who is 14-years-old, went missing from her home in Pearse Street in Kilkenny City on Saturday morning at approximately 1.30am.
A search has been launched into the disappearance of a teenage girl who has gone missing in Kilkenny. Faith Duggan, who is 14-years-old, went missing from her home in Pearse Street in Kilkenny City on Saturday morning at approximately 1.30am.
Northern MLAs Quarrel Over Cuts
As MLAs who want the impact of the UK's Spending Review lessened for the North were warned they are "living in cloud-cuckoo land", Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams has branded £4bn of NI cutbacks "unacceptable".
As MLAs who want the impact of the UK's Spending Review lessened for the North were warned they are "living in cloud-cuckoo land", Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams has branded £4bn of NI cutbacks "unacceptable".
Man Shot In Ronanstown
A man is recovering in hospital after being shot in the Ronanstown area of Dublin on Sunday night.
A man is recovering in hospital after being shot in the Ronanstown area of Dublin on Sunday night.
Mournes Helicopter Crash Shocks Prince
Just 24 hours after the Queen flew out of the North after her two-day visit last week, a helicopter crash has brought tragedy close to the royal family.
Just 24 hours after the Queen flew out of the North after her two-day visit last week, a helicopter crash has brought tragedy close to the royal family.
International Fund Backs Integration
Some £3.5m is to be spent helping secondary and grammar schools in the North's Catholic and State school sectors to share classes. The International Fund for Ireland and Atlantic Philanthropies are making the investment after a successful trial.
Some £3.5m is to be spent helping secondary and grammar schools in the North's Catholic and State school sectors to share classes. The International Fund for Ireland and Atlantic Philanthropies are making the investment after a successful trial.
Marathon Runners Approach Finish
Kenya's Moses Kibet has broken the Dublin City Marathon record, winning with the amazing time of 2:08.56.
Kenya's Moses Kibet has broken the Dublin City Marathon record, winning with the amazing time of 2:08.56.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 25 2007, 6,940 days ago
Government Accused Of Aer Lingus Cover-Up
The government has been accused of being involved in a political conspiracy to cover up alleged advance knowledge of Aer Lingus' plans to stop their Shannon-Heathrow service.
The government has been accused of being involved in a political conspiracy to cover up alleged advance knowledge of Aer Lingus' plans to stop their Shannon-Heathrow service.
Irish Link As Child Trafficking Ring Targeted
A global investigation has succeeded in destroying an international child trafficking ring. One suspect has been arrested by gardaí as part of the investigation - which involved six police forces – and has broken up one elements of this trade in vulnerable children.
A global investigation has succeeded in destroying an international child trafficking ring. One suspect has been arrested by gardaí as part of the investigation - which involved six police forces – and has broken up one elements of this trade in vulnerable children.
L-Driver Tuition To be Mandatory
Next week will see new rules for learner drivers will come into operation. It is part of a new road safety strategy from the Road Safety Authority which will also see a new graduated driver licensing system being implemented and the introduction of mandatory tuition for all learner drivers.
Next week will see new rules for learner drivers will come into operation. It is part of a new road safety strategy from the Road Safety Authority which will also see a new graduated driver licensing system being implemented and the introduction of mandatory tuition for all learner drivers.
Strike Deferred In Moneypoint Row
A planned strike at the ESB Moneypoint plant in Co Clare has been deferred for 24 hours in order to allow proposals to be considered in the ongoing dispute.
A planned strike at the ESB Moneypoint plant in Co Clare has been deferred for 24 hours in order to allow proposals to be considered in the ongoing dispute.
Judgement Reserved In IRA Membership Case
A County Carlow man whose defence barrister has offered the Special Criminal Court an explanation for military-type material found in his home has been left awaiting the court’s decision on his case.
A County Carlow man whose defence barrister has offered the Special Criminal Court an explanation for military-type material found in his home has been left awaiting the court’s decision on his case.
Cullyhanna Says Farewell To Victim
Family members and friends are set to pack St Patrick's Church in Cullhanna today to say their final goodbyes to the 21-year-old local man who was brutally beaten to death by a gang of nine men on Saturday.
Family members and friends are set to pack St Patrick's Church in Cullhanna today to say their final goodbyes to the 21-year-old local man who was brutally beaten to death by a gang of nine men on Saturday.
One Held In Dublin Drugs Seizure
A 22-year-old man has been arrested and drugs with an estimated street value of 750,000 euros seized during a search of a house in the Coolock area of Dublin.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested and drugs with an estimated street value of 750,000 euros seized during a search of a house in the Coolock area of Dublin.
Pension Deal Settles BOI Dispute
The Bank of Ireland has now accepted proposals for a pensions deal that will end a dispute with unions that led to a strike last November.
The Bank of Ireland has now accepted proposals for a pensions deal that will end a dispute with unions that led to a strike last November.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Storm Boelo will bring westerly severe gales and frequent heavy showers in the morning. Winds gradually easing in afternoon with some bright spells developing between the showers. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Quite breezy with scattered showers at first but becoming largely dry with light winds by midnight. Clouding over from the south overnight with some rain in the south by morning. Minimum temperature 5 °C.