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Irish News on Wed, Jul 17 2019, 2,557 days ago
HSE Secure Additional €1m In Funding For Older People
An additional €1 million is to be made available for community and voluntary groups supporting older people, family carers and significant others. The funding is being provided under a joint initiative by Jim Daly, Minister for Older People and the HSE Services for Older People.
An additional €1 million is to be made available for community and voluntary groups supporting older people, family carers and significant others. The funding is being provided under a joint initiative by Jim Daly, Minister for Older People and the HSE Services for Older People.
Firearms Recovered During Vehicle Searches In Finglas
Firearms have been recovered during a garda operation in Finglas. Led by the K-Community Action Team, garda made the discovery during the search of two parked cars as part of an ongoing policing operations targeting criminality in the area.
Firearms have been recovered during a garda operation in Finglas. Led by the K-Community Action Team, garda made the discovery during the search of two parked cars as part of an ongoing policing operations targeting criminality in the area.
Three Arrested After Garda Intercept Stolen Car On M50
Garda have arrested three men when they intercepted a stolen car on the M50. Garda began a search when a car stolen from a residence in Drimnagh on 08 July was spotted in the early hours of this morning in the Leixlip area.
Garda have arrested three men when they intercepted a stolen car on the M50. Garda began a search when a car stolen from a residence in Drimnagh on 08 July was spotted in the early hours of this morning in the Leixlip area.
Govt Urged To Oppose EU Proposal To End Seasonal Clock Changes
The government is set to oppose a move by the EU to end seasonal clock changes, according to reports. The European Commission has asked all member states if they like to end the twice-yearly clock changes and move to permanent summer or winter time.
The government is set to oppose a move by the EU to end seasonal clock changes, according to reports. The European Commission has asked all member states if they like to end the twice-yearly clock changes and move to permanent summer or winter time.
Urgent Action Needed On Plastic Pollution On Dublin's Grand Canal
Labour has called for action on plastic pollution on the Grand Canal where small beads of polystyrene have been floating in the water from Sally's Bridge at Clogher Road down to Portobello Dock for nearly two weeks.
Labour has called for action on plastic pollution on the Grand Canal where small beads of polystyrene have been floating in the water from Sally's Bridge at Clogher Road down to Portobello Dock for nearly two weeks.
FG Call For Erasmus Scheme To Be Extended To Older People
Fine Gael has called for the Erasmus programme to be extended to older people. Fine Gael's spokesperson on European Affairs, Neale Richmond, made the call as European Commission President nominee, Ursula Von der Leyen committed to triple the Erasmus budget.
Fine Gael has called for the Erasmus programme to be extended to older people. Fine Gael's spokesperson on European Affairs, Neale Richmond, made the call as European Commission President nominee, Ursula Von der Leyen committed to triple the Erasmus budget.
Govt Criticised Over Lack of Investment In E-Vehicle Charging Points
The government must "seriously step up plans" for installing charging points for electric cars in Dublin, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Dublin John Lahart has said.
The government must "seriously step up plans" for installing charging points for electric cars in Dublin, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Dublin John Lahart has said.
Hedgerow Biodiversity To Be Protected
Regulations that would have allowed general roadside hedge cutting in August will not be introduced to protect biodiversity and nurture native flora and fauna.
Regulations that would have allowed general roadside hedge cutting in August will not be introduced to protect biodiversity and nurture native flora and fauna.
Revenue Intensify Brexit Preparations For Irish Businesses
Revenue has announced an eight-week intensified Brexit engagement programme for Irish businesses who trade with the UK. The programme will focus on helping and supporting those businesses that will be impacted immediately by Brexit, from the moment it happens.
Revenue has announced an eight-week intensified Brexit engagement programme for Irish businesses who trade with the UK. The programme will focus on helping and supporting those businesses that will be impacted immediately by Brexit, from the moment it happens.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 17 2018, 2,922 days ago
Shots Fired At A House In Co Longford
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in County Longford. Gardaí are investigating after a number of shoots were fired at a house in the Lisnanagh area of Edgeworthstown at about 8.30pm on Monday night.
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in County Longford. Gardaí are investigating after a number of shoots were fired at a house in the Lisnanagh area of Edgeworthstown at about 8.30pm on Monday night.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 17 2017, 3,287 days ago
New Drug Policy Launched By An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has officially launched 'Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery – a health led response to drug and alcohol use in Ireland 2017-2025', alongside the Minister for Health Simon Harris and Minister of State Catherine Byrne.
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has officially launched 'Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery – a health led response to drug and alcohol use in Ireland 2017-2025', alongside the Minister for Health Simon Harris and Minister of State Catherine Byrne.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 17 2015, 4,018 days ago
Two Missing People Found 'Safe And Well'
Missing Tallaght teenager Owen O'Reilly has been found "safe and well". The 17-year-old was reported missing on Wednesday night. No information on the circumstances surrounding the teenagers disappearance have been released, but garda thanked the public for their help during the investigation.
Missing Tallaght teenager Owen O'Reilly has been found "safe and well". The 17-year-old was reported missing on Wednesday night. No information on the circumstances surrounding the teenagers disappearance have been released, but garda thanked the public for their help during the investigation.
Helicopter Crash Pilot Arrested
Gardaí have arrested the pilot of a helicopter that crash landed next to a public house in Abbeyshrule on suspicion of endangerment. The pilot, a man in his 60s, and his passenger escaped the crash on Wednesday night with cuts and bruises.
Gardaí have arrested the pilot of a helicopter that crash landed next to a public house in Abbeyshrule on suspicion of endangerment. The pilot, a man in his 60s, and his passenger escaped the crash on Wednesday night with cuts and bruises.
Sinn Féin Call For 'Fair Recovery With Equality At Its Core'
Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams has called for a "fair recovery with equality at its core". Mr Adams made the call while speaking at the National Economic Dialogue conference at Dublin Castle on Thursday morning.
Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams has called for a "fair recovery with equality at its core". Mr Adams made the call while speaking at the National Economic Dialogue conference at Dublin Castle on Thursday morning.
Fianna Fáil Urge Reversal Of 'Brutal Cuts' To Lone Parent Supports
Fianna Fáil has called for the immediate reversal of the "brutal cuts to lone parent supports" after the Government lost a vote on the issue in the Seanad on Thursday.
Fianna Fáil has called for the immediate reversal of the "brutal cuts to lone parent supports" after the Government lost a vote on the issue in the Seanad on Thursday.
New Purpose Built Crèche Announced For Tallaght Hospital
Fine Gael has welcomed the news that a new purpose built crèche is to be established at Tallaght Hospital in conjunction with the new Paediatric Satellite Centre. "This is fantastic news for parents who use the crèche, the staff and the wider workforce of the hospital.
Fine Gael has welcomed the news that a new purpose built crèche is to be established at Tallaght Hospital in conjunction with the new Paediatric Satellite Centre. "This is fantastic news for parents who use the crèche, the staff and the wider workforce of the hospital.
Status Yellow Wind Warning Issued
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for counties Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo and Clare.
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for counties Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo and Clare.
Gardaí Renew Appeal For Help Identifying Clontarf Body Find
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for help identifying a woman whose body was recovered from the sea at The Bull Wall, Clontarf, Dublin on the morning of Tuesday 30th June 2015.
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for help identifying a woman whose body was recovered from the sea at The Bull Wall, Clontarf, Dublin on the morning of Tuesday 30th June 2015.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 17 2014, 4,383 days ago
Govt Criticised For Mother And Baby Homes Investigation Failure
The government has been criticised for failing to publish the terms of reference for the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes before the summer recess.
The government has been criticised for failing to publish the terms of reference for the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes before the summer recess.
100 New Recruits To Enter Garda College
One hundred new recruits are to enter Garda College, the Minister for Justice and Equity Frances Fitzgerald has announced. Training will commence in September this year at the Templemore facility, and marks the first new garda recruits to be recruited in five years.
One hundred new recruits are to enter Garda College, the Minister for Justice and Equity Frances Fitzgerald has announced. Training will commence in September this year at the Templemore facility, and marks the first new garda recruits to be recruited in five years.
Court Of Appeal Bill 2014 Passes Both Houses
The Court of Appeal Bill 2014 has successfully passed through both the Dáil and the Seanad. The Bill follows a referendum held last October, which asked the public about establishing a court of appeal.
The Court of Appeal Bill 2014 has successfully passed through both the Dáil and the Seanad. The Bill follows a referendum held last October, which asked the public about establishing a court of appeal.
Cannabis-Based Drug Legislation Welcomed
Legislation to introduce Sativex, a cannabis-based drug for multiple sclerosis sufferers, has been described as "long overdue". Sinn Féin has welcomed the introduction of the oral spray by the Department of Health, with Deputy Seán Crowe saying: "Multiple Sclerosis affects more than 1.
Legislation to introduce Sativex, a cannabis-based drug for multiple sclerosis sufferers, has been described as "long overdue". Sinn Féin has welcomed the introduction of the oral spray by the Department of Health, with Deputy Seán Crowe saying: "Multiple Sclerosis affects more than 1.
Bones Found During Work At Trinity College
Archaeologists have been called in to investigate bones discovered by workers outside Trinity College on College Green on Wednesday afternoon. The discovery was made during Luas works outside the college and some 1.5m underground.
Archaeologists have been called in to investigate bones discovered by workers outside Trinity College on College Green on Wednesday afternoon. The discovery was made during Luas works outside the college and some 1.5m underground.
Swimming Bans In Place At Three Dublin Beaches
High levels of E Coli and Enterococci contaminants have been found at two of Dublin's beaches. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has issued a swimming ban for Killiney and White Rock beaches, while an investigation is carried out.
High levels of E Coli and Enterococci contaminants have been found at two of Dublin's beaches. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has issued a swimming ban for Killiney and White Rock beaches, while an investigation is carried out.
Ticketmaster Begins Garth Brooks Refund Process
Ticketmaster is due to being the process of refunding the 400,000 cancelled Garth Brooks tickets, in an operation the company has described as "unprecedented".
Ticketmaster is due to being the process of refunding the 400,000 cancelled Garth Brooks tickets, in an operation the company has described as "unprecedented".
Irish News on Wed, Jul 17 2013, 4,748 days ago
Customs Seized Over 1 Million Smuggled Ciggarettes
Cigarettes with an estimated retail value of over €500,000 have been seized at Dublin Port. 1.2 million 'Palace' brand cigarettes were uncovered on a ferry from Belgium, on pallets listed as "general cargo". The haul represents a potential loss to the exchequer of €326,290.
Cigarettes with an estimated retail value of over €500,000 have been seized at Dublin Port. 1.2 million 'Palace' brand cigarettes were uncovered on a ferry from Belgium, on pallets listed as "general cargo". The haul represents a potential loss to the exchequer of €326,290.
High Court Grant Injunction To Stop Woman Travelling For Termination
The High Court has heard a petition from a man, who claims his pregnant girlfriend is being forced by her family to travel to the Ek for an abortion.
The High Court has heard a petition from a man, who claims his pregnant girlfriend is being forced by her family to travel to the Ek for an abortion.
Irish Troops To Be Deployed To Syria
A contingent from Ireland's Defence Force is to be deployed to serve with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force in Syria has been approved by the government. The deployment, requested by the UN, will next need approval from the Dáil.
A contingent from Ireland's Defence Force is to be deployed to serve with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force in Syria has been approved by the government. The deployment, requested by the UN, will next need approval from the Dáil.
Coroner Calls For Official Record Of Suicide Verdicts
Inquest verdicts of suicide should be officially recorded to help gather real statistics, the coroner for west Limerick has said.
Inquest verdicts of suicide should be officially recorded to help gather real statistics, the coroner for west Limerick has said.
President Meets With Emigrant Community
Members of the Irish emigrant community in London are meeting with President Michael D Higgins. He is visiting the Haringey Irish Cultural and Community Centre, where the manager and captain of the London Gaelic football team are among the guests.
Members of the Irish emigrant community in London are meeting with President Michael D Higgins. He is visiting the Haringey Irish Cultural and Community Centre, where the manager and captain of the London Gaelic football team are among the guests.
Shatter Cannot Make Or Punish Religious Orders Over Compensation
Following the news that the four religious orders who ran the Magdalene Laundries are not to contribute to the fund established to pay compensation to the survivors, the government have been urged the strip the orders of their charitable status.
Following the news that the four religious orders who ran the Magdalene Laundries are not to contribute to the fund established to pay compensation to the survivors, the government have been urged the strip the orders of their charitable status.
Two Arrested Over Robbery Of Cheques Worth €1.1m
Two men have been arrested in Dublin in connection with the theft of cheques with a value of €1.1 million. It is understood that as a man used a night safe at a bank in Tallaght just after a midnight two men robbed him of the document bag he was about to lodge.
Two men have been arrested in Dublin in connection with the theft of cheques with a value of €1.1 million. It is understood that as a man used a night safe at a bank in Tallaght just after a midnight two men robbed him of the document bag he was about to lodge.
Heavy Security Presence At Funeral Of Suspected Omagh Bomber
A heavy gardaí presence flanked the funeral of suspected Omagh bomber Seamus McKenna this morning in Ravensdale, near Dundalk, Co Louth. A number of checkpoints were in operation a kilometre out from Ravensdale, with cars being searched before being allowed to proceed to St Mary's Church.
A heavy gardaí presence flanked the funeral of suspected Omagh bomber Seamus McKenna this morning in Ravensdale, near Dundalk, Co Louth. A number of checkpoints were in operation a kilometre out from Ravensdale, with cars being searched before being allowed to proceed to St Mary's Church.
Waterford Crystal Take Dispute To Dáil
Former Waterford Crystal employees will hold a protest today outside the Dáil in a dispute over compensation for lost pensions.
Former Waterford Crystal employees will hold a protest today outside the Dáil in a dispute over compensation for lost pensions.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 17 2012, 5,113 days ago
10 Years For Burglar Who Sexually Assaulted Victim
A 25-year-old man has been given a 10-year sentence for a sexual assault and violent attack on a woman in her own home.
A 25-year-old man has been given a 10-year sentence for a sexual assault and violent attack on a woman in her own home.
Three Arrested In Connection To Armed Cash Van Robbery
Two men and a woman were arrested last night in connection to a €40,000 armed hold-up in Dublin at the weekend. The suspects were detained after a number of garda searches, in which a gun, the cash box stolen in the raid, and about €38,000 in cash were recovered.
Two men and a woman were arrested last night in connection to a €40,000 armed hold-up in Dublin at the weekend. The suspects were detained after a number of garda searches, in which a gun, the cash box stolen in the raid, and about €38,000 in cash were recovered.
Equality Tribunal Awards Woman €20,000
A woman has been awarded €20,000 compensation for discriminatory dismissal after being made redundant from an accountancy firm when six months pregnant. The Equality Tribunal found that KA Accountants and Financial Advisors had discriminated against its former employee on the grounds of gender.
A woman has been awarded €20,000 compensation for discriminatory dismissal after being made redundant from an accountancy firm when six months pregnant. The Equality Tribunal found that KA Accountants and Financial Advisors had discriminated against its former employee on the grounds of gender.
16 Months For Mother Who Sexually Exploited Her 4-Year-Old Daughter
A woman has received a 16 month sentence for the sexual exploitation of her four-year-old daughter, which involved filming the child with a semi-naked man.
A woman has received a 16 month sentence for the sexual exploitation of her four-year-old daughter, which involved filming the child with a semi-naked man.
Ulster Bank Delay On Compensation Unacceptable
The delay in announcing a detailed compensation package to Ulster Bank customers is a shocking indictment of the bank's persistent failure to recognise the real harm done by their computer crash, according to Labour Senator Lorraine Higgins.
The delay in announcing a detailed compensation package to Ulster Bank customers is a shocking indictment of the bank's persistent failure to recognise the real harm done by their computer crash, according to Labour Senator Lorraine Higgins.
President To Meet Former Vita Cortex Workers
President Michael D Higgins will meet with the former Vita Cortex workers when they visit him at Áras an Uachtaráin today, 17th July.
President Michael D Higgins will meet with the former Vita Cortex workers when they visit him at Áras an Uachtaráin today, 17th July.
Element Power Accepts First Grid Connection Offer Between UK And Ireland
National Grid UK today confirmed that a firm grid connection of 3,000 megawatts has been awarded to global renewable energy developer, Element Power.
National Grid UK today confirmed that a firm grid connection of 3,000 megawatts has been awarded to global renewable energy developer, Element Power.
Mauritian Sunday Times Apologises Publishing For Michaela Photographs
The newspaper which published photographs of Michaela McAreavey's dead body on Sunday has apologised. The Mauritian Sunday Times (no connection to any British or Irish newspaper) published photographs that were taken at the crime scene in the County Tyrone honeymooner’s hotel room.
The newspaper which published photographs of Michaela McAreavey's dead body on Sunday has apologised. The Mauritian Sunday Times (no connection to any British or Irish newspaper) published photographs that were taken at the crime scene in the County Tyrone honeymooner’s hotel room.
Irish News on Thu, Jul 17 2008, 6,574 days ago
Sarkozy To Discuss Treaty Rejection During Visit
French President Nicolas Sarkosy is due to hold informal discussions about the Lisbon Treaty debate when he visits Ireland on Monday. Mr Sarkozy was reportedly scheduled to hold a public meeting with opponents of the Treaty during his short stay.
French President Nicolas Sarkosy is due to hold informal discussions about the Lisbon Treaty debate when he visits Ireland on Monday. Mr Sarkozy was reportedly scheduled to hold a public meeting with opponents of the Treaty during his short stay.
Gardaí Investigate 'Feud' Arson Attacks
Gardaí are investigating two more arson attacks in Waterford city that took place in the early hours of this morning. It is understood that no one was injured in either attack, which Gardaí say is the sixth arson attack to take place in Waterford since Saturday.
Gardaí are investigating two more arson attacks in Waterford city that took place in the early hours of this morning. It is understood that no one was injured in either attack, which Gardaí say is the sixth arson attack to take place in Waterford since Saturday.
Dunne Could Run In European Elections
Irish entrepreneur Ben Dunne has said he could run as an independent candidate in next years European Parliament elections. Mr Dunne claims he will put himself forward for the elections if there is a second referendum on the Lisbon Treaty before then.
Irish entrepreneur Ben Dunne has said he could run as an independent candidate in next years European Parliament elections. Mr Dunne claims he will put himself forward for the elections if there is a second referendum on the Lisbon Treaty before then.
Pay-And-Display Scheme For Dublin Rail Network
Dublin commuters are to face increased charges, as part of a pay-and-display scheme at a number of stations in the city's rail network, it has been confirmed.
Dublin commuters are to face increased charges, as part of a pay-and-display scheme at a number of stations in the city's rail network, it has been confirmed.
Cityjet Drops Planned Dublin-Knock Route
Irish airline Cityjet has dropped plans to begin flights from Knock Airport to Dublin from next week. The Dublin based airline had won the contract to operate the subsidised Public Service Obligation (PSO) route for three years from July 22. The service is currently being provided by Aer Arann.
Irish airline Cityjet has dropped plans to begin flights from Knock Airport to Dublin from next week. The Dublin based airline had won the contract to operate the subsidised Public Service Obligation (PSO) route for three years from July 22. The service is currently being provided by Aer Arann.
Sharp Decline In New Building Competitions: Report
New figures published today suggest the number of new buildings being constructed in Ireland has fallen by 57% in the first six months of 2008.
New figures published today suggest the number of new buildings being constructed in Ireland has fallen by 57% in the first six months of 2008.
Man In Court Over €250k Drugs Seizure
A 37-year-old man is due to appear in court today, in relation to the discovery of cocaine worth an estimated street value of around €250,000. The seizure was made by the Garda National Drugs Unit in a car on the Malahide Road, Dublin, during a surveillance operation.
A 37-year-old man is due to appear in court today, in relation to the discovery of cocaine worth an estimated street value of around €250,000. The seizure was made by the Garda National Drugs Unit in a car on the Malahide Road, Dublin, during a surveillance operation.
Council Disposes Of Cylinders Containing Deadly Chemical
Seven cylinders containing the deadly chemical hydrogen cynanide have been successfully disposed of. South Dublin City Council say they successfully neutralised the cylinders containing agricultural fumigant (Hydrogen Cyanide/HCN) that were stored at pest control company Rentokil.
Seven cylinders containing the deadly chemical hydrogen cynanide have been successfully disposed of. South Dublin City Council say they successfully neutralised the cylinders containing agricultural fumigant (Hydrogen Cyanide/HCN) that were stored at pest control company Rentokil.
Rise In Chlamydia Cases: Report
The number of people testing positive for Chlamydia rose by 10% last year, according to a report. The findings were published in the Dublin Well Woman Centre annual report.
The number of people testing positive for Chlamydia rose by 10% last year, according to a report. The findings were published in the Dublin Well Woman Centre annual report.
Minister Of State Supports Communities In Dublin's Inner City
Irish Minister for Housing, Urban Renewal & Developing Areas Michael Finneran T.D. today visited communities in Dublin's inner city which are affected by the announcement by Dublin City Council that a number of public private partnership projects would not be going ahead as planned.
Irish Minister for Housing, Urban Renewal & Developing Areas Michael Finneran T.D. today visited communities in Dublin's inner city which are affected by the announcement by Dublin City Council that a number of public private partnership projects would not be going ahead as planned.
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