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Irish News on Mon, Jul 15 2019, 2,557 days ago
Man Detained In Connection With Major Heroin Seizure
A man has been arrested in connection with the seizure of heroin, worth an estimated €700,000. The seizure was made during the search of a house in Tallaght on the evening of Sunday, 14 July.
A man has been arrested in connection with the seizure of heroin, worth an estimated €700,000. The seizure was made during the search of a house in Tallaght on the evening of Sunday, 14 July.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 15 2016, 3,652 days ago
Taoiseach 'Deeply Shocked And Saddened' Following Attack In Nice
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said he is "deeply shocked and saddened" following the attack in Nice, in which 84 people where killed and at least 50 injured, 18 seriously.
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said he is "deeply shocked and saddened" following the attack in Nice, in which 84 people where killed and at least 50 injured, 18 seriously.
Unspent Water Metering Funding Must Be 'Immediately Reallocated' - SF
Almost €150m of unspent funding allotted for the domestic water metering programme should be "immediately reallocated" to other areas, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Water Eoin Ó Broin has said.
Almost €150m of unspent funding allotted for the domestic water metering programme should be "immediately reallocated" to other areas, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Water Eoin Ó Broin has said.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Serious Hit-And-Run Incident
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a serious hit and run incident in Dublin on Saturday, 09 July. The incident occurred at around 12.45am when what has been described as a black Volvo S.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a serious hit and run incident in Dublin on Saturday, 09 July. The incident occurred at around 12.45am when what has been described as a black Volvo S.
Govt Accused Of Letting Homeless Children 'Fall Through The Cracks'
Homeless children are "falling through the cracks of the child welfare system", Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Children and Youth Affairs, Anne Rabbitte, has said.
Homeless children are "falling through the cracks of the child welfare system", Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Children and Youth Affairs, Anne Rabbitte, has said.
Lessons Must Be Learned From European Mistakes On Paternity Leave Law
Ireland must learn from European mistakes to ensure fathers take up the opportunities offered by the new paternity leave laws, Fine Gael Senator, Neale Richmond, has said. The Dublin Rathdown Senator made the comments during a Seanad debate on social protection.
Ireland must learn from European mistakes to ensure fathers take up the opportunities offered by the new paternity leave laws, Fine Gael Senator, Neale Richmond, has said. The Dublin Rathdown Senator made the comments during a Seanad debate on social protection.
Cannabis Seized At Portlaoise Mail Centre
A quantity of herbal cannabis has been seized by Revenue Officers at Portlaoise Mail Centre.
A quantity of herbal cannabis has been seized by Revenue Officers at Portlaoise Mail Centre.
Minister Flanagan Welcomes New Secretary Of State For NI
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has welcomed the appointment of James Brokenshire as the new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has welcomed the appointment of James Brokenshire as the new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.
Funding Announced For Wild Atlantic Way Projects
Funding of more than €1 million has been announced for two key projects along the Wild Atlantic Way by the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan. The funding is part of Fáilte Ireland's Capital Grants Allocation for 2016.
Funding of more than €1 million has been announced for two key projects along the Wild Atlantic Way by the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan. The funding is part of Fáilte Ireland's Capital Grants Allocation for 2016.
Cigarettes And Tobacco Seized In North Cork
Revenue officers have seized 8,000 cigarettes and 26.5kg of rolling tobacco during a search at a house on the north side of Cork city.
Revenue officers have seized 8,000 cigarettes and 26.5kg of rolling tobacco during a search at a house on the north side of Cork city.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 15 2015, 4,018 days ago
Low Pay Commission Bill To Be Signed Into Law
The Low pay Commission Bill has passed all stages in the House of the Oireachtas and will now be sent to President Michael D Higgins for early signature into law.
The Low pay Commission Bill has passed all stages in the House of the Oireachtas and will now be sent to President Michael D Higgins for early signature into law.
New Study To Report On Social Impact Of Gambling
A new study looking at the social impact of gambling in Ireland has been launched by Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton.
A new study looking at the social impact of gambling in Ireland has been launched by Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton.
New Political Party Launches
Ireland's newest political party has called on people to help them build a 'Republic of Equals'. The Social Democrats will be be jointly lead by its three founding members, TDs Catherine Murphy, Róisín Shortall and Stephen Donnelly.
Ireland's newest political party has called on people to help them build a 'Republic of Equals'. The Social Democrats will be be jointly lead by its three founding members, TDs Catherine Murphy, Róisín Shortall and Stephen Donnelly.
Child Dies After Cork Hotel Pool Incident
A 3-year-old child has died after being rushed to hospital on Monday following an incident at a hotel swimming pool on Cork. It is understood that the boy was pulled from the pool by life guards just before 14:00 on Monday at the Quality Hotel in Redbarn, Youghal.
A 3-year-old child has died after being rushed to hospital on Monday following an incident at a hotel swimming pool on Cork. It is understood that the boy was pulled from the pool by life guards just before 14:00 on Monday at the Quality Hotel in Redbarn, Youghal.
Man Charged With Ballymun Gun Seizure
A 22-year-old man is due to appear in court this morning charged in connection with the seizure of a firearm in Ballymun on Monday, 13 July. Gardaí stopped a car at 17:00 on Monday on Carton Way, Ballymun, Dublin 11. Two men aged 25 and 22 were the sole occupants of this vehicle.
A 22-year-old man is due to appear in court this morning charged in connection with the seizure of a firearm in Ballymun on Monday, 13 July. Gardaí stopped a car at 17:00 on Monday on Carton Way, Ballymun, Dublin 11. Two men aged 25 and 22 were the sole occupants of this vehicle.
Body Find Believed To Be Missing Drogheda Man
A body discovered in Drogheda is believed to be that of missing 37-year-old man, Stephen O'Callaghan. Mr O'Callaghan had been missing since 07 July. A body was discovered on Tuesday afternoon at a house on Rathmullen Road and was removed to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital.
A body discovered in Drogheda is believed to be that of missing 37-year-old man, Stephen O'Callaghan. Mr O'Callaghan had been missing since 07 July. A body was discovered on Tuesday afternoon at a house on Rathmullen Road and was removed to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital.
Sinn Féin Bill To Exempt Local Groups From Paying For Policing
Sinn Féin have published a Bill aimed at exempting local community groups and festival organisations from paying for event policing.
Sinn Féin have published a Bill aimed at exempting local community groups and festival organisations from paying for event policing.
Irish Water Billing Figures 'Another Nail In The Coffin' - FF
Figures showing that just 43% of Irish Water's 1.5m customer base has paid its first bill has been described as "another nail in the coffin" of its credibility. Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Environment and Local Government, Barry Cowen, made the comment on figures showing that €30.
Figures showing that just 43% of Irish Water's 1.5m customer base has paid its first bill has been described as "another nail in the coffin" of its credibility. Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Environment and Local Government, Barry Cowen, made the comment on figures showing that €30.
Missing Co Cork Teenager Found 'Safe And Well'
Missing 17-year-old Chantel Duffy has been found "safe and well", gardaí in Co Cork has reported. The teenager had been missing since Saturday, 11 July.
Missing 17-year-old Chantel Duffy has been found "safe and well", gardaí in Co Cork has reported. The teenager had been missing since Saturday, 11 July.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 15 2014, 4,383 days ago
DCC Vote To Preserve Poolbeg Chimneys
The Poolbeg Chimneys has been added to Record of Protected Structures (RPS) following the announcement that the ESB was considered demolishing the 689ft structures at Pigeon House.
The Poolbeg Chimneys has been added to Record of Protected Structures (RPS) following the announcement that the ESB was considered demolishing the 689ft structures at Pigeon House.
Four Arrested Over Cannabis Plant Seizure
Gardaí from the Roscommon-Longford drug unit have arrested four men in connection with the discovery of cannabis plants worth an estimated €94,000. The plants were uncovered at a house in Dalystown on Monday.
Gardaí from the Roscommon-Longford drug unit have arrested four men in connection with the discovery of cannabis plants worth an estimated €94,000. The plants were uncovered at a house in Dalystown on Monday.
Man Dies After Diving Expedition
A man has died following a diving expedition off the coast of Inisboffin, Co Galway. It is understood that a group of 12 people had been diving close to the East Harbour in Inishboffin and that the man, aged in his 40s, collapsed after resurfacing at about 14:30 on Monday.
A man has died following a diving expedition off the coast of Inisboffin, Co Galway. It is understood that a group of 12 people had been diving close to the East Harbour in Inishboffin and that the man, aged in his 40s, collapsed after resurfacing at about 14:30 on Monday.
Man Rescued After Cliff Jumping Injury
A man was rescued from a cliff in Howth, Co Dublin after sustaining back injuries while jumping into the sea. The Irish Coast Guard Cliff Rescue team was called after the man was injured jumping from rocks nine-metres above the sea.
A man was rescued from a cliff in Howth, Co Dublin after sustaining back injuries while jumping into the sea. The Irish Coast Guard Cliff Rescue team was called after the man was injured jumping from rocks nine-metres above the sea.
Garth Brooks Statement Confirms Irish Shows Are Off
Garth Brooks has released a statement confirming that all five concerts at Croke Park have been cancelled and that tickets will be refunded.
Garth Brooks has released a statement confirming that all five concerts at Croke Park have been cancelled and that tickets will be refunded.
Three Arrested In Cork Shooting Investigation
Gardaí in Cork have arrested three men in connection with a shooting in the city on Monday night. According to gardaí a man aged in his 20s was shot a number of times by a man on a motorbike. The victim is being treated at Mercy University Hospital.
Gardaí in Cork have arrested three men in connection with a shooting in the city on Monday night. According to gardaí a man aged in his 20s was shot a number of times by a man on a motorbike. The victim is being treated at Mercy University Hospital.
DCC Commit TO Local Property Tax Reductions
The news that Dublin City Council has made a commitment to reducing the Local Property Tax has been welcomed by Sinn Féin. The council announced that it would seek to reduce the tax by 15%.
The news that Dublin City Council has made a commitment to reducing the Local Property Tax has been welcomed by Sinn Féin. The council announced that it would seek to reduce the tax by 15%.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 15 2013, 4,748 days ago
Protection Of Life Bill Moves On To Seanad
The Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill 2013 has begun its passage through the Seanad, with six days being set aside for its completion. Four hours will be spent debating the Bill today and tomorrow.
The Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill 2013 has begun its passage through the Seanad, with six days being set aside for its completion. Four hours will be spent debating the Bill today and tomorrow.
Garda Hunt For Three Men After Knife Point Robbery
The hunt is on for three men who allegedly broke into an elderly couples home, where they were assaulted and robbed at knife point on the weekend in Co Westmeath.
The hunt is on for three men who allegedly broke into an elderly couples home, where they were assaulted and robbed at knife point on the weekend in Co Westmeath.
'Defective' High-Vis Vests To Be Replaced
Some 200,000 "defective" high-visibility vests are to be replaced by the Road Safety Authority. RSA Chief Executive Noel Brett told RTÉ's Morning Ireland programme that reflective strips on the vests were "marginally below" the required safety level.
Some 200,000 "defective" high-visibility vests are to be replaced by the Road Safety Authority. RSA Chief Executive Noel Brett told RTÉ's Morning Ireland programme that reflective strips on the vests were "marginally below" the required safety level.
Gardaí Recruitment To Begin Again In 2014
Garda recruitment is to begin again in 2014, the minister for justice Alan Shatter has announced. The announcement was made during the Graduation for Garda Reservists, at Garda College, Templemore today (Monday).
Garda recruitment is to begin again in 2014, the minister for justice Alan Shatter has announced. The announcement was made during the Graduation for Garda Reservists, at Garda College, Templemore today (Monday).
Govt Approves General Scheme Of The Gambling Control Bill
Alan Shatter TD, Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence has announced that the Government has approved the General Scheme of the Gambling Control Bill 2013. Work will now get underway on completing the drafting of the Bill.
Alan Shatter TD, Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence has announced that the Government has approved the General Scheme of the Gambling Control Bill 2013. Work will now get underway on completing the drafting of the Bill.
Man Shot Dead In Dublin This Morning
An investigation has been launched after a 27-year-old man was shot and killed in Dublin at around 10:30 this morning. It has been reported that the shooting took place on open ground along a popular canal walkway at the junction of Suir Road and Davitt Road.
An investigation has been launched after a 27-year-old man was shot and killed in Dublin at around 10:30 this morning. It has been reported that the shooting took place on open ground along a popular canal walkway at the junction of Suir Road and Davitt Road.
Bruton Announces Party's Parliamentary Party Team
Minister Richard Bruton, Fine Gael's Director of Elections for the Seanad Abolition Referendum, has announced the Party's parliamentary party team for the Referendum campaign. Meath East TD, Regina Doherty, has been appointed as Fine Gael’s Deputy Director of Elections.
Minister Richard Bruton, Fine Gael's Director of Elections for the Seanad Abolition Referendum, has announced the Party's parliamentary party team for the Referendum campaign. Meath East TD, Regina Doherty, has been appointed as Fine Gael’s Deputy Director of Elections.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 15 2008, 6,574 days ago
Limerick Native Found Dead In Alaska
Police in the United States are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an Irishman who was found in Alaska last week. Edward Byrnes, originally from Limerick, was found dead beneath a bridge in the city of Anchorage last Friday.
Police in the United States are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an Irishman who was found in Alaska last week. Edward Byrnes, originally from Limerick, was found dead beneath a bridge in the city of Anchorage last Friday.
Toddler Drowns In Spanish Resort
An Irish toddler has drowned after falling into the pool in a garden of a house in El Campello, a small resort a few miles north of Alicante, Spain. Officers from the Civil Guard have said they are investigating the death of the 18-month-old girl, which they described as a "tragic accident".
An Irish toddler has drowned after falling into the pool in a garden of a house in El Campello, a small resort a few miles north of Alicante, Spain. Officers from the Civil Guard have said they are investigating the death of the 18-month-old girl, which they described as a "tragic accident".
Ryanair To Reduce Dublin Flights
Irish budget airline Ryanair has announced it will reduce the number of flights by around half a million this winter.
Irish budget airline Ryanair has announced it will reduce the number of flights by around half a million this winter.
IT Company Announces Jobs Increase For New Headquarters
A Dublin-based IT company has announced the creation of 15 new high-tech jobs at its new headquarters base in the capital. Typetec, which currently employs 52 people at its Ballymount offices in Dublin, is a prepress and IT managed services company. Established in 1982, the company reported a €15.
A Dublin-based IT company has announced the creation of 15 new high-tech jobs at its new headquarters base in the capital. Typetec, which currently employs 52 people at its Ballymount offices in Dublin, is a prepress and IT managed services company. Established in 1982, the company reported a €15.
Prison Officer In Court Over Supplying Contraband
A prison officer has appeared in court today in relation to the supply of contraband goods to prisoners in Mountjoy Prison.
A prison officer has appeared in court today in relation to the supply of contraband goods to prisoners in Mountjoy Prison.
CSO Report Retail Slump
Retail sales have plummeted over the past year. According to the Central Statistics Office the volume of sales has slumped by 4.8% between May 2007 and May 2008 - that's the biggest fall in more than 21 years.
Retail sales have plummeted over the past year. According to the Central Statistics Office the volume of sales has slumped by 4.8% between May 2007 and May 2008 - that's the biggest fall in more than 21 years.
Calls for €1 Cut To Minimum Wage
The Small Firms Association (SFA) has called for a €1 cut in the minimum wage in a bid to curb rising dole queues. According to SFA Director Patricia Callan, Ireland had "lost the plot" in terms of having a competitive labour market. The SFA wants to reduce the minimum wage to €7.65 an hour.
The Small Firms Association (SFA) has called for a €1 cut in the minimum wage in a bid to curb rising dole queues. According to SFA Director Patricia Callan, Ireland had "lost the plot" in terms of having a competitive labour market. The SFA wants to reduce the minimum wage to €7.65 an hour.
Residents To Be Allowed Home Following Asbestos Scare
Around 50 residents, who were evacuated from their homes following a fire in a disused factory in Co Waterford, are returning home this morning. Residents in Lismore, Co Waterford, were evacuated due to fears the Samshire recycling plant may have polluted the air with asbestos.
Around 50 residents, who were evacuated from their homes following a fire in a disused factory in Co Waterford, are returning home this morning. Residents in Lismore, Co Waterford, were evacuated due to fears the Samshire recycling plant may have polluted the air with asbestos.
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