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Irish News on Mon, Jul 22 2019, 2,557 days ago

Irishman Shane Lowry Lifts The Open Title
County Offaly man Shane Lowry has secured his first major championship win at The 148th Open at Royal Portrush. The 32-year-old entered Sunday's final round with a comfortable lead, and closed out his sensational few days with a score of 72, a dominant six-shot victory on 15 under par.
Car Drives Into Crowd At Dundalk Cemetery
A man is in hospital after he was struck by a car that drove towards a crowd in a County Louth graveyard. Gardaí arrested a 20-year-old man at the scene in St Patrick's Cemetery in Dundalk following the incident during the annual blessing of the graves on Sunday 21 July.
Revenue Operations In Dublin See Cash & Cigarettes Seized
Multiple revenue operations last week have seen officers remove counterfeit cigarettes and over €18,000 in cash from the public realm. The seizures were carried out in Dublin City and Dublin Airport and saw one person charged.
SF Warn Of Growing Consultant Waiting Lists For Children
A Sinn Fein TD has warned of the urgent need to control the growing waiting times for children to see a consultant. It comes as the Irish Hospital Consultants Association's #CareCantWait campaign continues to highlight concerns that impact on patient care and service delivery.
Volvo Recalling 6,000 Cars Over Fault
Volvo is recalling 6,000 Irish cars due to a fault that could cause engines to catch fire. It comes as the company recalls over half-a-million vehicles around the world as a result of the issue.

Irish News on Fri, Jul 22 2016, 3,652 days ago

Father And Son Rescued From Sea After Being Washed Off Kayak
A father and son were rescued from the sea off Tracht after they were washed overboard from their kayak.
Budget 'Must Deliver For Those Most In Need' - FF
Minister Leo Varadkar must deliver for those most in need in the upcoming budget, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection Willie O'Dea has said.
Over €6m Funding Secured For Agri-Researchers In Ireland
EU funding of €6.32 million has been secured for agri-researchers in Ireland under the Horizon 2020 programme.
Fire Damages Historic Belcamp College
Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) has tackled a blaze at Belcamp College, a listed historic building, designed by architect of the White House, James Hoban. Five units attended the scene, which was reported at about 6am on Friday morning, 22 July.
Over 50 New Jobs To Be Created In Co Mayo
Fifty five new jobs are to be created as part of a major expansion by Portwest in Westport, Co Mayo. The company, which makes protective and work clothing, has said it expects its turnover to increase from €125m to €250m by 2020.
Enterprise Ireland Announces Intensified Programme Of Ministerial-Led Trade Missions
Enterprise Ireland has announced an intensified programme of ministerial-led trade missions aimed at supporting Irish exporters, in conjunction with the Departments of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation and Foreign Affairs and Trade, Enterprise Ireland.
New Misuse Of Drugs Bill Passes Oireachtas
The new Misuse of Drugs (Amendment) Bill 2016 has finished its legislative passage through the Oireachtas. The Bill aims to protect public health by bringing certain substances which are open to misuse and known to be traded on the illicit market under the scope of the Misuse of Drugs legislation.
Garda Renew Appeal For Missing Clonmel Woman
Gardaí in Clonmel have renewed their appeal for help in tracing 37-year-old Bridget Madigan, who has been missing since Wednesday, 15 June. Bridget is described as being 5' 4'' in height, medium build with long fair to brown coloured hair.
Two Missing People Found 'Safe And Well'
Two missing people, a 15-year-old boy and a 40-year-old man, have both been found "safe and well". Cian Cleary, 15, who had been missing from Bray since Wednesday, 13 July, has been found. No further information has been released, however gardaí thanked the public for their help.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 22 2015, 4,018 days ago

Pramerica To Create 330 New Jobs
Pramerica Systems Ireland has announced it is to expand its operation in Donegal. The expansion plans will create 330 new jobs over the next three years, with potential for further growth in the longer term.
Woman Gives Birth On Board Irish Navy Vessel
A woman has given birth to a baby girl on board an Irish naval vessel involved in the humanitarian rescue operation in the Mediterranean. The baby, named Destiny, was born after the mother went into labour four weeks premature.
Racist Attack In Dublin Condemned
A Labour TD has condemned the recent racist attack in Clondalkin, Dublin. Mr Robert Dowds said he was "disgusted" that a hate crime had been inflicted on a woman and her children.
8 Per Cent Increase In Goods Exports
Goods exports reached €8.8 billion in May 2015, an increase of 8% compared to the same time last year, according to CSO figures. In the first five months of 2015, goods exports reached €44 billion, an increase of 18% compared to the same period in 2014.
Interim Examiner Appointed To Mothercare Ireland
The High Court has appointed an interim examiner to Mothercare Ireland.
Many Irish Teens Unable To Identify Depression - Research
Many Irish teenagers are unable to identify signs of depression or suicidal thoughts, according to new research conducted by psychologists at Trinity College Dublin.
Minister Accused Of Failing To Devolve Necessary Authority Gardaí Require
The Minister for Justice has been accused of failing to devolve the necessary authority that the Gardaí require if they are to be an independent, accountable and transparent force capable of facing the challenges of modern day policing.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 22 2014, 4,383 days ago

Man Dies In Drowning Incident
A man, thought to be in his 20s, has died after he fell into the River Finn at Cloghan, Donegal. The victim is understood to have been fishing before the incident occurred. Gardaí said the man was with a group of people when he fell into the water at around 11.45am at The Salmon Leap, Cloghan.
Industrial Action Begins At Limerick Hospitals
Industrial action is being taken by the IMPACT union in the Limerick group of hospitals in protest at a €250,000 salary paid to its chief operations manager. Staff at five hospitals are refusing to report to, or cooperate with, the manager from this week, the union said.
Trinity Scientists Collaborate On New Schizophrenia Study
Scientists at Trinity College Dublin have been part of a collaborative study into the biological mechanisms that underlie schizophrenia.
National Consumer Agency Highlights Home Insurance Savings
Home owners in Ireland could potentially save an average of €264 on home insurance by researching different quotes before buying, according to the National Consumer Agency.
20 Customer Service Jobs Announced For Portlaoise
20 jobs are to be created in Portlaoise over the next three years, following the announcement that lead generation services company Internal Results Ireland Limited is to establish a Customer Support Centre in the County Laois town.
Bathing Ban At Sandymount Strand
Dublin City Council has issued a temporary ban on bathing at Sandymount Strand. The move comes after tests carried out on Friday (18 July) revealed the water quality "does not comply with the minimum standard set down for bathing waters".
Centra To Create 300 New Jobs
Centra has said it is to expand its networks of stores in Ireland, and create 300 new jobs by the end of 2014. The news comes after the retailer confirmed it had spent €241.1m in local communities around its 460 stores in 2013.

Irish News on Mon, Jul 22 2013, 4,748 days ago

Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Gardaí are appealing for information following the death of a 45-year-old man killed in a motorcycle crash in Co Laois on Sunday. It is understood that the man was riding a motorcycle that hit a crash barrier on the M7 at Knockaroo, Borris-in-Ossory, at about 06:40 on Sunday morning.
Public Urged To Not Swim Unsupervised
The public have been urged to not swim unsupervised, following a number of drownings during the recent period of good weather.
Funding Announced For Roscommon And Leitrim County Councils
Roscommon and Leitrim County Councils are to receive funding of almost €275,000 as part of a €50 million energy efficiency programme to improve local authority homes. Roscommon County Council has been allocated €146,603, while Leitrim County Council receives funding of €127,629.
Bord na Móna Propose New Reservoir In Co Laois
A 1,200-acre site near Portailington, Co Laois, could become a new water reservoir, storing a three-month supply of rain water. Bord na Móna say they are ready to apply for planning permission for the site, which would meet demands in the eastern region, according to RTÉ.
Met Éireann Warns Of Widespread Drought
The majority of Ireland is currently experiencing a drought, Met Éireann has confirmed. According to the forecaster, 20 national weather stations have reported just 0.1mm of rainfall in the last 15 days.
Gardaí Appeal For Information Following Cork Shooting
Garda have appealed to the public for information following the shooting of a 20-year-old man in Cork. The shooting happening at around 23:30 on Friday 19 July in the Fairhill area of Cork City and the man was taken to Cork University Hospital.
IPU Highlight Medicine Shortage
The health of patients in Ireland is at risk due to a widespread shortage in medication, according to the Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU). According to a study carried out by the union, some 98% of pharmacists said they noticed "significant medicine shortages" in the last year.

Irish News on Fri, Jul 22 2011, 5,479 days ago

First Phase of Dáil Reform Takes Shape
A package of Dáil Reforms designed to make the Dáil Chamber more efficient and effective has been introduced Government Chief Whip, Minister Paul Kehoe. This is the first phase in a programme of Dáil Reform to be introduced over the lifetime of the Government.
Search Continues For Missing Teenagers
Gardaí at Bantry are continuing investigations into the disappearance of two teenage boys and have called on the public for assistance in tracing their whereabouts. Luke Cronin, 16, went missing with Anthony McInerney, 17, on Monday.
Emergency Meeting Called For African Famine
The Chief Executive Officers of three of Ireland’s leading overseas aid agencies will attend an unscheduled meeting of the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade next week to address the emergency humanitarian situation in the horn of Africa.
Ardoyne Bomb Condemnation 'Crosses Divide'
The North's said last night they have found a significant viable mortar bomb following a security alert in north Belfast. The device was found during a search in Ardoyne and a man has been arrested. The area is where the Irish Presdient, Mary McAleese was born and raised.
Unemployed Welfare Rights Book Launched
Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton, will launch a free comprehensive publication to benefit the Unemployed this Monday.

Irish News on Thu, Jul 22 2010, 5,844 days ago

Man Held In Connection With 'Tiger Robbery'
A male in his 20s has been arrested in Tallaght in connection with a so-called 'tiger kidnapping' incident in Dublin last month. Gardai investigating the false imprisonment and abduction of a bank official on the June 22 made the arrest this morning in relation to the incident.
Off-Duty Garda Foils Armed Post Office Raid
An off-duty Garda has dramatically foiled an armed raid on a post office in Ballsbridge in Dublin. At around 2.30pm yesterday, a man armed with a sawn-off shotgun entered the post-office on Shelbourne Road demanding money.
€350m Poolbeg Incinerator Halted
Construction has halted on Dublin's Poolbeg incinerator after the Department of the Environment failed to approve a foreshore licence. The Department is yet to process an application lodged in December 2008 for an out-flow pipe into the sea.
Contractors On Site At Dublin College
Building work is starting on a new €30 million building project at Dublin's St Patrick's College after the Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills, Mary Coughlan approved the contract for the project last week.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 22 2009, 6,209 days ago

Fresh Lead Emerges On Body Location
The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims Remains (ICLVR) has received what it considers to be a "potentially significant" new piece of information in its search to locate the remains of one of the 'disappeared'.
Diamond Jobs Go In Shannon
It emerged this afternoon that workers fears at the Element Six industrial diamond plant in Shannon Co Clare were founded, with over 370 jobs set to be axed. All manufacturing and distribution is to be discontinued with only 80 workers being retained in the research and development area.
Road Deaths Fall As Recession Bites
Despite continuing road tragedies - with a young woman dead overnight from injuries received in an earlier accident - road deaths in Ireland are falling. They dropped sharply last year according to new figures out today - partly because people are using their cars less during the economic downturn.
Quinn Family Hopeful Over Son's Killers
Hopes of justice remain high for the bereaved south Armagh family of Cullyhanna man Paul Quinn. The family of the murder victim remain confident that the guilty parties will eventually be brought to court despite the release of the latest suspect.
NI Pharmacies May Dispense Across Border
The Irish Republic's Health Service Executive (HSE) has invited pharmacies in Northern Ireland to consider dispensing medicines to its own medical card patients in border counties.
Drugs' Raids Revealed
The police are today investigating circumstances surrounding the seizure of a substance - believed to be heroin - in the Finglass area, as well as one in Raheny. A major quarter-million euro haul was recovered early this morning on St Margarets Rd Finglas (Wednesday) at around 1.20am.
Man Held Over Massereene Murders
A mid-Ulster man has been arrested by detectives investigation the Real IRA murders of two British soldiers and attempted murders of five other people. The 44-year-old was detained at Antrim Police Station last night.
Cross-Border Study Targets Ageing
A top Irish university is set to lead a cross-border research network which will explore healthy ageing in rural communities on the island of Ireland.
Republic's Film Industry Boosted
The Celtic film industry has received international acclaim this month with a total of eight Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 22 2008, 6,574 days ago

Second Dublin Transport Accident Injuries Man
A man in his 60s has been hit by a Luas tram at St Stephen's Green in Dublin. It is the second such incident in as many days for Dublin's public transport department. The collision happened around 2.00pm on Tuesday afternoon.
Irish TD Supports Plan For All Ireland Premier League
A Fine Fail TD has publicised a document proposing an all Ireland premier league.
Gardaí Arrest Suspected Member Of Drug Trafficking Ring
Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with a drug trafficking ring that police have been targeting internationally A European-wide investigation into the activities of a Lithuanian drug's trafficking gang has culminated in the arrest of a 32 year-old man in Co Offaly.
1,000 Schools in Need of 'Critical Repair'
A freedom of information request by Fine Gael has revealed over 60% of Irish schools are in need of critical repairs, according to the opposition party. Fine Gael Education Spokesman Brian Hayes revealed the findings on Tuesday, which contain a list of all schools requiring building works.
Pharmacists Begin Legal Challenge With HSE
Legal proceedings brought by pharmacists against the HSE's decision to unilaterally cut the price for its wholesale medicines is due to get underway on Tuesday. The HSE imposed an 8% reduction in the price it pays pharmacists for medicine in an effort to save €100m.
Jail Without A Cell
Prison officers have prevented the smuggling of a mobile phone in an incident that in terms of prison clichés, really 'takes the cake'.
Industrial Accident Claims Man's Life
A man has died in an industrial accident while operating maintenance machinery. The accident happened at around 9.00am on Monday. Roman Chmil, from the Ukraine, is believed died at the scene at the Keenan farm machinery plant in Borris, Co Carlow.
Fourteen Arrested Over Traveller Feud
A huge garda operation to curtail a Traveller's feud has resulted in 14 people being arrested and the recovery of two sawn-off shotguns.
Irishman Shot By US Police Buried
The funeral of the Dublin man shot dead by a US police officer early this month has taken place on Tuesday. Andrew Hanlon's distraught mother and grandmother followed the coffin on its final journey in Dublin.
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