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Irish News on Thu, Sep 29 2022, 1,461 days ago
The Best Things To Do In Belfast In 2022
There's a reason why the estate agents in Belfast are generally busy. People want to move to this part of the world, while the local tourist attractions are bringing in good numbers, too.
There's a reason why the estate agents in Belfast are generally busy. People want to move to this part of the world, while the local tourist attractions are bringing in good numbers, too.
Where To Find The Best Grub Belfast Has To Offer In 2022
From independent butchers to sports shops and accountants, there are a variety of businesses that are thriving in Belfast.
From independent butchers to sports shops and accountants, there are a variety of businesses that are thriving in Belfast.
Poots Announces New Lough Neagh Rescue Centre
A major refurbishment project has been completed at Lough Neagh Rescue Centre at Kinnego Marina.
A major refurbishment project has been completed at Lough Neagh Rescue Centre at Kinnego Marina.
Economy Minister Visits New UU Belfast Campus
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has visited the newly opened final phase of Ulster University’s enhanced Belfast campus.
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has visited the newly opened final phase of Ulster University’s enhanced Belfast campus.
Nursing And Midwifery Students To Benefit From Bursary Increase
Means-tested elements of bursary support for nursing and midwifery students are to be increased by 15% for the 2022/23 academic year, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced.
Means-tested elements of bursary support for nursing and midwifery students are to be increased by 15% for the 2022/23 academic year, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced.
£80m Investment Significant Boost For Mid And East Antrim
Planned investment of £80m in innovation, tourism and regeneration would significantly boost the Mid and East Antrim economy and kick-start a decade of opportunity in the Borough, according to the Belfast Region City Deal Council Panel.
Planned investment of £80m in innovation, tourism and regeneration would significantly boost the Mid and East Antrim economy and kick-start a decade of opportunity in the Borough, according to the Belfast Region City Deal Council Panel.
Irish News on Fri, Sep 29 2017, 3,287 days ago
35 Arrests Made In Four-Day Operation Thor Investigation
Gardaí have made 35 arrests during a four-day operation aimed at preventing crime, disrupting criminal activity and enhancing community engagement in the Kilkenny-Carlow Division.
Gardaí have made 35 arrests during a four-day operation aimed at preventing crime, disrupting criminal activity and enhancing community engagement in the Kilkenny-Carlow Division.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 29 2016, 3,652 days ago
Fine Gael Joins Campaign To Gift EU Citizens With Inter Rail Pass On 18th Birthday
Fine Gael has given its support to a campaign calling on the European Commission to gift all Europeans a free, one-off, inter rail pass on their 18th birthdays.
Fine Gael has given its support to a campaign calling on the European Commission to gift all Europeans a free, one-off, inter rail pass on their 18th birthdays.
Unions Meet With Health Minister To Discuss NAS Recommendations
Union representatives have met with the Minister for Health, Simon Harris, to discuss the implementation of the recommendations of the National Ambulance Service (NAS) Capacity Review. The report recommended employing 600 new staff for the NAS.
Union representatives have met with the Minister for Health, Simon Harris, to discuss the implementation of the recommendations of the National Ambulance Service (NAS) Capacity Review. The report recommended employing 600 new staff for the NAS.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 29 2015, 4,018 days ago
DCC Call For Housing Crisis To Be Declared 'National Emergency'
Dublin City Council housing committee has voted unanimously to call on Minister Alan Kelly to declare the housing crisis a 'National Emergency'. The council took the vote at a meeting held on Monday night. Speaking after the meeting, Cllr.
Dublin City Council housing committee has voted unanimously to call on Minister Alan Kelly to declare the housing crisis a 'National Emergency'. The council took the vote at a meeting held on Monday night. Speaking after the meeting, Cllr.
Body Found In Drogheda
Gardaí in Dundalk are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of the body of a 53-year-old man in Dundalk. The man's body was discovered at about 3am on Monday, 28 September in Kilcurry. Garda have named the man as Martin Mulligan, a family man from the Dundalk area.
Gardaí in Dundalk are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of the body of a 53-year-old man in Dundalk. The man's body was discovered at about 3am on Monday, 28 September in Kilcurry. Garda have named the man as Martin Mulligan, a family man from the Dundalk area.
Woman Seriously Injured In Collision With Garda Van
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses of a two vehicle collision on the Killarney to Tralee road at about 19:45 on Monday. A woman is in a serious condition in hospital after the car she was driving was involved in a collision with a Garda van around seven miles outside Killarney.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses of a two vehicle collision on the Killarney to Tralee road at about 19:45 on Monday. A woman is in a serious condition in hospital after the car she was driving was involved in a collision with a Garda van around seven miles outside Killarney.
Investigation Launched After Pharmacy Worker Stabbed
An investigation has been launched in Drogheda after a Pharmacy employee was stabbed. Gardaí were called to Scarlet Street shortly before 08:30 on Tuesday morning to reports that an employee had been stabbed.
An investigation has been launched in Drogheda after a Pharmacy employee was stabbed. Gardaí were called to Scarlet Street shortly before 08:30 on Tuesday morning to reports that an employee had been stabbed.
Cocaine, Cash And Cigarettes Seized At Dublin Airport
Revenue Officers have seized cocaine, cash and cigarettes in a number of separate operations at Dublin Airport. On Sunday, 27 September, Revenue officers, with the assistance of detection dog Scooby, seized 5.
Revenue Officers have seized cocaine, cash and cigarettes in a number of separate operations at Dublin Airport. On Sunday, 27 September, Revenue officers, with the assistance of detection dog Scooby, seized 5.
New Transatlantic Flights Announced At Cork Airport
The news that transatlantic routes are to be added at Cork Airport has been described as "great news for the city and county" and a "huge boost for tourism and business throughout the Munster region".
The news that transatlantic routes are to be added at Cork Airport has been described as "great news for the city and county" and a "huge boost for tourism and business throughout the Munster region".
Irish News on Mon, Sep 29 2014, 4,383 days ago
Girl Killed And 11-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Farm Accident
An eight-year-old girl has died and an 11-year-old girl seriously injured in a farm accident in Cork. The incident occurred in Newtownshandrum, near Charleville, on Sunday evening. It is believed the girls were playing in a field when a tractor bucket fell on top of them.
An eight-year-old girl has died and an 11-year-old girl seriously injured in a farm accident in Cork. The incident occurred in Newtownshandrum, near Charleville, on Sunday evening. It is believed the girls were playing in a field when a tractor bucket fell on top of them.
Man Arrested Over €100m Cocaine Investigation
A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a €100m cocaine seizure off the coast of Cork last week. The man handed himself in at a police station in Leeds on Sunday night. He has been arrested by the UK National Crime Agency.
A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a €100m cocaine seizure off the coast of Cork last week. The man handed himself in at a police station in Leeds on Sunday night. He has been arrested by the UK National Crime Agency.
Hogan Is Not Suitable For EU Commission – SF
Sinn Féin said the latest revelations that Phil Hogan did not know about the level of consultancy costs attached to establishment of Irish Water is "laced with contradiction".
Sinn Féin said the latest revelations that Phil Hogan did not know about the level of consultancy costs attached to establishment of Irish Water is "laced with contradiction".
Children To Help Choose New Ombudsman
The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, has announced that children will play an important part in recruiting a new Ombudsman for Children.
The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, has announced that children will play an important part in recruiting a new Ombudsman for Children.
Homes In Cork Made Available To 24 Families On Waiting List
Homes in a former unfinished development in Bandon, County Cork, are being made available to 24 families on Cork County Council's housing waiting list. The houses are through a partnership between NABCO, the national co-operative housing provider, and NAMA.
Homes in a former unfinished development in Bandon, County Cork, are being made available to 24 families on Cork County Council's housing waiting list. The houses are through a partnership between NABCO, the national co-operative housing provider, and NAMA.
Irish Adults 'TV Binge' – Eircom Survey
Virtually all Irish adults still prefer to watch live TV on their 'normal' television set in their own homes, as opposed to portable devices, according to the latest eircom Household Sentiment Survey (eHSS).
Virtually all Irish adults still prefer to watch live TV on their 'normal' television set in their own homes, as opposed to portable devices, according to the latest eircom Household Sentiment Survey (eHSS).
FF Calls For Govt To Defend Ireland's Corporation Tax System
The government is being urged to give the highest priority to ensuring that Ireland's standing as a country with a transparent and OECD-compliant corporation tax regime is fully defended.
The government is being urged to give the highest priority to ensuring that Ireland's standing as a country with a transparent and OECD-compliant corporation tax regime is fully defended.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 29 2011, 5,479 days ago
First Debate For Presidential Candidates
The race to become Ireland’s ninth president is underway with a record seven candidates vying for the job. All seven candidates took part in the first Presidential debate of the campaign on RTÉ yesterday. They set out their arguments as to why they should be elected Ireland's ninth President.
The race to become Ireland’s ninth president is underway with a record seven candidates vying for the job. All seven candidates took part in the first Presidential debate of the campaign on RTÉ yesterday. They set out their arguments as to why they should be elected Ireland's ninth President.
Govt In 'Fairyland', Say SF
A call has been made for the State’s energy companies to be "safe-guarded" and used to re-grow the economy – not sold off.
A call has been made for the State’s energy companies to be "safe-guarded" and used to re-grow the economy – not sold off.
Illegal Medicines Seized In Republic
Over €150k worth of counterfeit medicines have been seized after a week long international operation. The Irish Medicines Board, Customs and Gardaí have seized over 51,600 counterfeit and illegal medicines in a bid to clamp down on the Internet sale of illegal medicines.
Over €150k worth of counterfeit medicines have been seized after a week long international operation. The Irish Medicines Board, Customs and Gardaí have seized over 51,600 counterfeit and illegal medicines in a bid to clamp down on the Internet sale of illegal medicines.
Bollywood Comes To Ireland
Action has been called on the set of a Bollywood film - this film being the first of its genre ever to be filmed in Ireland - and with it come hopes of revenue and short term jobs for the State Two of India's biggest movie stars, Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan, commenced filming in the University of
Action has been called on the set of a Bollywood film - this film being the first of its genre ever to be filmed in Ireland - and with it come hopes of revenue and short term jobs for the State Two of India's biggest movie stars, Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan, commenced filming in the University of
Irish News on Wed, Sep 29 2010, 5,844 days ago
Callely Court Date Set For Next Week
The next hearing of Ivor Callely's case against the Seanad Committee over his expenses claims has been scheduled for next Tuesday. Senator Callely took the proceedings after being suspended from the Seanad by the committee for 20 days over a number of allegedly fraudulent expense claims.
The next hearing of Ivor Callely's case against the Seanad Committee over his expenses claims has been scheduled for next Tuesday. Senator Callely took the proceedings after being suspended from the Seanad by the committee for 20 days over a number of allegedly fraudulent expense claims.
North's Parades Body Stays In Place
It has been confirmed that the current NI Parades Commission will remain for the foreseeable future. The Minister of State for Northern Ireland, Hugo Swire, said it was "disappointing" there was no agreement yet on the proposals "for a new framework for parading".
It has been confirmed that the current NI Parades Commission will remain for the foreseeable future. The Minister of State for Northern Ireland, Hugo Swire, said it was "disappointing" there was no agreement yet on the proposals "for a new framework for parading".
Live Register Falls In September
This month's Live Register has reported a monthly decrease of 5,400 for September. The seasonally adjusted official figures revealed today that the number of people on the Live Register now stands at 442,417, an annual increase of 22,563, or 5.4%.
This month's Live Register has reported a monthly decrease of 5,400 for September. The seasonally adjusted official figures revealed today that the number of people on the Live Register now stands at 442,417, an annual increase of 22,563, or 5.4%.
Clinton Flies In For Economic Summit
The former US President Bill Clinton is to visit Londonderry later today and is expected to make a speech on how to build economic prosperity in the city.
The former US President Bill Clinton is to visit Londonderry later today and is expected to make a speech on how to build economic prosperity in the city.
Parties War Over Job Creation
A war on jobs has sparked between the three main parties over the Government's claim it would create hundreds of thousands of jobs.
A war on jobs has sparked between the three main parties over the Government's claim it would create hundreds of thousands of jobs.
Gerry Evans Search Abandoned
The cross-border organisation that was set up to recover long-buried IRA terror victims - known as 'The Disappeared' - has confirmed it is calling off a search for a man missing since 1979.
The cross-border organisation that was set up to recover long-buried IRA terror victims - known as 'The Disappeared' - has confirmed it is calling off a search for a man missing since 1979.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 29 2009, 6,209 days ago
Martin 'Wages War' Over Lisbon
The Foreign Affairs Minister has said 'No' supporters' claims that the minimum wage will be reduced if the Lisbon Treaty is passed are wrong. He has branded it as one of the biggest lies being spread about the agreement.
The Foreign Affairs Minister has said 'No' supporters' claims that the minimum wage will be reduced if the Lisbon Treaty is passed are wrong. He has branded it as one of the biggest lies being spread about the agreement.
Rescue Team Recover Body Of Lost Hiker
A mountain rescue team has recovered the body of the hiker who had gone missing on a Connemara mountain. The 59-year-old hiker's body could not be recovered for almost 24 hours because of the inaccessibility of the location where he had fallen at the weekend.
A mountain rescue team has recovered the body of the hiker who had gone missing on a Connemara mountain. The 59-year-old hiker's body could not be recovered for almost 24 hours because of the inaccessibility of the location where he had fallen at the weekend.
Arrest Made Over Collins Murder
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Limerick and is being questioned in connection with the murder of Roy Collins. The man, who is from the south-side of Limerick, was arrested around 9am in the Meelick area of Co Clare. He is being detained at Roxboro Garda Station.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Limerick and is being questioned in connection with the murder of Roy Collins. The man, who is from the south-side of Limerick, was arrested around 9am in the Meelick area of Co Clare. He is being detained at Roxboro Garda Station.
GAA Grants Kicked Into Controversy
Politics has taken to the sporting field in Northern Ireland. Just weeks after the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) agreed to investigate a hunger strike commemoration in one of its facilities, a proposal to cut official funding to the sports body has been made.
Politics has taken to the sporting field in Northern Ireland. Just weeks after the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) agreed to investigate a hunger strike commemoration in one of its facilities, a proposal to cut official funding to the sports body has been made.
'Hero' Pensioner Dies Saving Family From Blaze
A 64-year-old woman has died in a house fire in County Limerick after saving the lives of her relatives.
A 64-year-old woman has died in a house fire in County Limerick after saving the lives of her relatives.
Union Protest Apposed By Tánaiste
The Tánaiste has said unions should engage in negotiation rather than strike action after a march on the Daíl was announced by a major trade union.
The Tánaiste has said unions should engage in negotiation rather than strike action after a march on the Daíl was announced by a major trade union.
'Worrying' Drugs Figures Prompt Protest
An anti-drugs march has been announced after a publication detailing drug use in the Irish Republic revealed "worrying" increases in the use of Heroin. According to a report by homeless support group Merchants Quay Ireland, the level of Heroin use has reached proportions of a "national crisis".
An anti-drugs march has been announced after a publication detailing drug use in the Irish Republic revealed "worrying" increases in the use of Heroin. According to a report by homeless support group Merchants Quay Ireland, the level of Heroin use has reached proportions of a "national crisis".
Baggott's Force Slammed Over Tragedy
An inquest has criticised both the police and local authorities for failing to spot escalating pressures on a family that led to tragedy. Fiona Pilkington killed herself and her disabled daughter Francecca Hardwick in 2007 after repeatedly asking for help with bullying and anti social behaviour.
An inquest has criticised both the police and local authorities for failing to spot escalating pressures on a family that led to tragedy. Fiona Pilkington killed herself and her disabled daughter Francecca Hardwick in 2007 after repeatedly asking for help with bullying and anti social behaviour.
Description Of Petrol Bomb Attacker Released
A description of the man who attacked the Department of Finance with a petrol bomb in Dublin yesterday has been released. An investigation was launched yesterday after the petrol bomb hit the Department of Finance in Merrion St in the Capital around 10.50pm, leading to a small fire.
A description of the man who attacked the Department of Finance with a petrol bomb in Dublin yesterday has been released. An investigation was launched yesterday after the petrol bomb hit the Department of Finance in Merrion St in the Capital around 10.50pm, leading to a small fire.
SDLP Leader Urges 'Yes' On Lisbon
Mark Durkan is heading back across the border today. Just days after taking part in a Dublin meeting to support a 'Yes' vote in the coming Irish referendum on the Lisbon Treaty, the SDLP Leader is to join Brendan Smith, a local TD, in Cavan town to canvass support in Friday's referendum.
Mark Durkan is heading back across the border today. Just days after taking part in a Dublin meeting to support a 'Yes' vote in the coming Irish referendum on the Lisbon Treaty, the SDLP Leader is to join Brendan Smith, a local TD, in Cavan town to canvass support in Friday's referendum.
Irish News on Mon, Sep 29 2008, 6,574 days ago
Body Recovered From River Corrib
Rescuers have recovered from a body from a river near Galway. The discovery followed searches after a man was seen entering the River Corrib in Galway on Sunday.
Rescuers have recovered from a body from a river near Galway. The discovery followed searches after a man was seen entering the River Corrib in Galway on Sunday.
Man Shot In Cork Gun Attack
A man is in hospital after being shot while he was with his girlfriend and her children in Cork. Gardai in the city are investigating the incident, which occurred in the Knocknaheeney area of the city at 9.10pm on Sunday night.
A man is in hospital after being shot while he was with his girlfriend and her children in Cork. Gardai in the city are investigating the incident, which occurred in the Knocknaheeney area of the city at 9.10pm on Sunday night.
Series Of Serious Road Incidents Over Weekend
Gardai are investigating a series of serious road accidents on Ireland's roads over the weekend. The collisions have left three dead and one injured. The most recent incident, a traffic collision in Co Louth, has left a motorcyclist dead when his bike left the road at 2.30 a.m.
Gardai are investigating a series of serious road accidents on Ireland's roads over the weekend. The collisions have left three dead and one injured. The most recent incident, a traffic collision in Co Louth, has left a motorcyclist dead when his bike left the road at 2.30 a.m.
UFO Sighting In Dublin Stuns Conference
A UFO conference was left stunned after watching what is claimed to be the best video evidence of a UFO in the world - and shot in the skies above Dublin.
A UFO conference was left stunned after watching what is claimed to be the best video evidence of a UFO in the world - and shot in the skies above Dublin.
Quarter Of HSE Backroom Staff Face Redundancy
A quarter of all Health Service Executive backroom staff are now facing redundancy following an announcement from the Health Service's Chief Executive.
A quarter of all Health Service Executive backroom staff are now facing redundancy following an announcement from the Health Service's Chief Executive.
Galway's Emergency Water Supply Contaminated
An emergency tap, set up following the find of lead contaminants in the areas water has itself been found to contain lead, four times above the acceptable level. Water tankers have now been brought in to supply homes in the area following the find, which has badly embarrassed the city council.
An emergency tap, set up following the find of lead contaminants in the areas water has itself been found to contain lead, four times above the acceptable level. Water tankers have now been brought in to supply homes in the area following the find, which has badly embarrassed the city council.
Protesters Clean Sweep
A group of workers who claim they were removed from their jobs at an EU-founded organisation which monitors employees' working conditions, are holding a protest in Dublin this afternoon.
A group of workers who claim they were removed from their jobs at an EU-founded organisation which monitors employees' working conditions, are holding a protest in Dublin this afternoon.
Irish Cereals Have More Fat And Sugar Than Other Euro States
A report by the Consumer's Association of Ireland has shown children's breakfast cereals can be up to 40% sugar, and are on average higher than the same product in other countries. The survey found Kellogg's Coco Pops Coco Rocks contained almost 9% fat in Ireland, but only 1.
A report by the Consumer's Association of Ireland has shown children's breakfast cereals can be up to 40% sugar, and are on average higher than the same product in other countries. The survey found Kellogg's Coco Pops Coco Rocks contained almost 9% fat in Ireland, but only 1.
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