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Irish News on Mon, Oct 28 2019, 2,192 days ago
Renewed Appeal For Information On Death Of Man In Cabinteely
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for information following the death of an elderly male in a road traffic incident earlier this month. On Wednesday 16 October at approximately 10.10pm a man, aged 70, "collided with a car" at pedestrian traffic lights on the Leopardstown road.
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for information following the death of an elderly male in a road traffic incident earlier this month. On Wednesday 16 October at approximately 10.10pm a man, aged 70, "collided with a car" at pedestrian traffic lights on the Leopardstown road.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 28 2016, 3,287 days ago
Warning Issued Over Potentially Hazardous Material Stolen From Building Site
An investigation has been launched into the theft of potentially hazardous materials from a building site in Co Louth. Gardaí are investigating the theft of 20 insulation bales – four sheets per bale – from a building site at Strand Road, Termonfeckin, some time between 24 – 27 October this year.
An investigation has been launched into the theft of potentially hazardous materials from a building site in Co Louth. Gardaí are investigating the theft of 20 insulation bales – four sheets per bale – from a building site at Strand Road, Termonfeckin, some time between 24 – 27 October this year.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 28 2015, 3,653 days ago
Rounding Scheme Launched
The Central Bank's Rounding scheme has begun today in an effort to reduce the number of one and two cent coins in circulation.
The Central Bank's Rounding scheme has begun today in an effort to reduce the number of one and two cent coins in circulation.
100 New Jobs Announced For Dublin
100 new jobs are to be created in Dublin by specialist recruitment firm Glassdoor. Described as "the world's most transparent jobs and recruiting marketplace", the New York-based business, is launching it's ninth country-specific sites, glassdoor.ie.
100 new jobs are to be created in Dublin by specialist recruitment firm Glassdoor. Described as "the world's most transparent jobs and recruiting marketplace", the New York-based business, is launching it's ninth country-specific sites, glassdoor.ie.
Sinn Féin Support Policy Platform Of Right2Change Coalition
Sinn Féin has confirmed its support for the "broad policy platform" of the Right2Change coalition, which includes trade unions, civil society organisations, progressive political parties and independents stemming from the Right2Water movement.
Sinn Féin has confirmed its support for the "broad policy platform" of the Right2Change coalition, which includes trade unions, civil society organisations, progressive political parties and independents stemming from the Right2Water movement.
FF Raise Concerns Over Ireland's Pension System
Fianna Fáil has raised concerns after the Melbourne Mercer Global Pensions Index (MMGPI) ranked Ireland's pension system 11th out of 25 countries for a second year running. The report also ranked the sustainability of the Irish pension system is ranked in just 20th place.
Fianna Fáil has raised concerns after the Melbourne Mercer Global Pensions Index (MMGPI) ranked Ireland's pension system 11th out of 25 countries for a second year running. The report also ranked the sustainability of the Irish pension system is ranked in just 20th place.
New Measures Allow Tax-Free Bonuses
Employers will be able to give bonus vouchers of up to €500 to employees, tax free, under new measures to be fast-tracked by Minister for Finance Michael Noonan.
Employers will be able to give bonus vouchers of up to €500 to employees, tax free, under new measures to be fast-tracked by Minister for Finance Michael Noonan.
FF 'Little Or Nothing To Offer Irish People'
Fianna Fáil has "little or nothing to offer the Irish people other than the past", Labour TD Arthur Spring has said. Deputy Spring made the comments following the publication of an interview with Fianna Fáil leader, Michael Martin.
Fianna Fáil has "little or nothing to offer the Irish people other than the past", Labour TD Arthur Spring has said. Deputy Spring made the comments following the publication of an interview with Fianna Fáil leader, Michael Martin.
Dept Of Health Advice On Processed Meat
Meat is an important part of a balanced diet, the Department of Health has said in new advice. The department has issued new advice following the publication of a report by the World Health Organisation (WHO), which reclassified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans.
Meat is an important part of a balanced diet, the Department of Health has said in new advice. The department has issued new advice following the publication of a report by the World Health Organisation (WHO), which reclassified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 28 2014, 4,018 days ago
Journal Media To Create 35 Jobs
Journal Media has said it is to create 35 media-based jobs. According to RTÉ, the jobs will be created over the next three years and will bring the total number employed by the firm to 80. The roles will be created in sports journalism and other media areas.
Journal Media has said it is to create 35 media-based jobs. According to RTÉ, the jobs will be created over the next three years and will bring the total number employed by the firm to 80. The roles will be created in sports journalism and other media areas.
Eircom To Offer Super Fast Broadband
Eircom has said it is to offer customers super fast broadband of up to one gigabit per second. A total of 66 communities throughout Ireland will benefit from the scheme.
Eircom has said it is to offer customers super fast broadband of up to one gigabit per second. A total of 66 communities throughout Ireland will benefit from the scheme.
Pipe Bomb Found Outside House In Co Kildare
A pipe bomb has been found outside a house in Brownstone, Co Kildare. Shortly before 11pm on Monday (27 October), an army bomb disposal team was called to the scene. A viable improvised explosive device was discovered, it has been reported.
A pipe bomb has been found outside a house in Brownstone, Co Kildare. Shortly before 11pm on Monday (27 October), an army bomb disposal team was called to the scene. A viable improvised explosive device was discovered, it has been reported.
Child Poverty Increases In Ireland
A new study has found that child poverty in Ireland has increased. The research from UNICEF looked at the impact the recession has had on children in developed countries. Of those countries, children in Ireland near the bottom of the list, at 37th place.
A new study has found that child poverty in Ireland has increased. The research from UNICEF looked at the impact the recession has had on children in developed countries. Of those countries, children in Ireland near the bottom of the list, at 37th place.
2015 Fares Determinations Announced
The National Transport Authority has announced its fares determinations for Luas and the CIÉ companies (Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann and Iarnród Éireann) in 2015. The Authority said the maintenance of subsidy funding for public transport for 2015 has enabled it to "moderate" fares increases.
The National Transport Authority has announced its fares determinations for Luas and the CIÉ companies (Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann and Iarnród Éireann) in 2015. The Authority said the maintenance of subsidy funding for public transport for 2015 has enabled it to "moderate" fares increases.
Kenyans Win Dublin City Marathon
Two Kenyan runners have been declared champions of this year's Dublin City Marathon. Defending Champion Maria McCambridge lost the women's title by four seconds to Kenyan Esther Wanjiru Macharia, while fellow Kenyan Eliud Too was a surprise winner of the overall title, with a time of 2:14:47.
Two Kenyan runners have been declared champions of this year's Dublin City Marathon. Defending Champion Maria McCambridge lost the women's title by four seconds to Kenyan Esther Wanjiru Macharia, while fellow Kenyan Eliud Too was a surprise winner of the overall title, with a time of 2:14:47.
Beef Farmers In Overnight Protest
Thousands of farmers have protested overnight at 30 meat plants across Ireland over current beef prices. The 24-hour protest began at 15:00 yesterday afternoon in support of the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA).
Thousands of farmers have protested overnight at 30 meat plants across Ireland over current beef prices. The 24-hour protest began at 15:00 yesterday afternoon in support of the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA).
Irish News on Mon, Oct 28 2013, 4,383 days ago
Gardaí Launch Road Safety Campaign
A nationwide road safety campaigned was launched by Gardaí over the weekend with "high-visibility checkpoints" set up across the State. To date this year some 154 people have died on the country's roads, an increase of 14 on this time last year.
A nationwide road safety campaigned was launched by Gardaí over the weekend with "high-visibility checkpoints" set up across the State. To date this year some 154 people have died on the country's roads, an increase of 14 on this time last year.
Dublin Bus To Begin Cost Saving Measures 'Without Delay'
Dublin Bus drivers voted to accept the company's €11 million cost cutting plan, by a margin of 55%. However, the two unions representing the company's drivers have been split by the vote, with the National Bus and Rail Union passing the plan and SIPTU rejecting it.
Dublin Bus drivers voted to accept the company's €11 million cost cutting plan, by a margin of 55%. However, the two unions representing the company's drivers have been split by the vote, with the National Bus and Rail Union passing the plan and SIPTU rejecting it.
Medical Card Protesters Target Children's Hospital
Some 150 people took part in a protest at Our Lady's Children's Hospital in Crumlin, Dublin on Saturday The protesters were there to highlight the the withdrawal of discretionary medical cards.
Some 150 people took part in a protest at Our Lady's Children's Hospital in Crumlin, Dublin on Saturday The protesters were there to highlight the the withdrawal of discretionary medical cards.
Gardaí Appeal For Missing Galway Man James Ryan
Gardaí in Galway have appealed for help in tracing James Ryan, a 39-year-old man missing for six days. According to gardaí Mr Ryan was last seen Claregalway on Tuesday evening. He was driving a gold coloured Nissan Almera hatchback, registration number 04W382.
Gardaí in Galway have appealed for help in tracing James Ryan, a 39-year-old man missing for six days. According to gardaí Mr Ryan was last seen Claregalway on Tuesday evening. He was driving a gold coloured Nissan Almera hatchback, registration number 04W382.
CSO Report Tourism Increase
Tourism in Ireland rose by 7.8% in the period of July to September, according to the Central Statistics Office. Some 2,261,000 trips were made to Ireland during this period, compared to 164,300 for the same period in 2011. The ONS figures show a 13.
Tourism in Ireland rose by 7.8% in the period of July to September, according to the Central Statistics Office. Some 2,261,000 trips were made to Ireland during this period, compared to 164,300 for the same period in 2011. The ONS figures show a 13.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Co Louth Traffic Accident
Gardaí in Co Louth have appealed for witnesses to a fatal traffic accident in which a 19-year-old pedestrian was killed, to contact them. The pedestrian, who has not been named, was hit by a car at around 20:30 on the old N1, five miles from Drogheda. The make driver of the car was uninjured.
Gardaí in Co Louth have appealed for witnesses to a fatal traffic accident in which a 19-year-old pedestrian was killed, to contact them. The pedestrian, who has not been named, was hit by a car at around 20:30 on the old N1, five miles from Drogheda. The make driver of the car was uninjured.
Raids Recover Cannabis Worth €1.3 Million
Raids by Gardaí in Drogheda and Dublin have lead to the seizure of cannabis with a estimated value of €1.3m. A house in Drogheda was searched following an early search of a car stopped in Dublin on Friday night.
Raids by Gardaí in Drogheda and Dublin have lead to the seizure of cannabis with a estimated value of €1.3m. A house in Drogheda was searched following an early search of a car stopped in Dublin on Friday night.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 28 2011, 5,114 days ago
Higgins To Be Ninth President?
Early indications have revealed that Labour’s Michael D Higgins is likely to be appointed as Ireland’s ninth president. The so-called "maverick" is now expected to have a commanding lead over Independent Seán Gallagher when a first count result is declared later this evening.
Early indications have revealed that Labour’s Michael D Higgins is likely to be appointed as Ireland’s ninth president. The so-called "maverick" is now expected to have a commanding lead over Independent Seán Gallagher when a first count result is declared later this evening.
Killer Jailed For 20 Years
Dublin pharmacist Karen Walsh has been jailed for a minimum of 20 years for murdering her neighbour Marie Rankin on Christmas Day in 2008.
Dublin pharmacist Karen Walsh has been jailed for a minimum of 20 years for murdering her neighbour Marie Rankin on Christmas Day in 2008.
Bruton Heads To US For Job Creation
Nineteen American companies will discuss proposals for 'much needed' job creation in Ireland, while the state puts out the message that it is "open for business".
Nineteen American companies will discuss proposals for 'much needed' job creation in Ireland, while the state puts out the message that it is "open for business".
Rising Energy Prices 'Covered' For Those On Allowance
A reassurance has been issued to Ireland that it will not be left in the dark and cold this winter as energy and fuel prices soar.
A reassurance has been issued to Ireland that it will not be left in the dark and cold this winter as energy and fuel prices soar.
Brussels Deal Focuses On Jobs
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has welcomed a deal hammered out in Brussels, which it is hoped, will calm the eurozone debt crisis. After a marathon session of talks, eurozone leaders agreed to boost the bailout fund to around a trillion euro, as well as a €106bn fund to re-capitalise banks.
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has welcomed a deal hammered out in Brussels, which it is hoped, will calm the eurozone debt crisis. After a marathon session of talks, eurozone leaders agreed to boost the bailout fund to around a trillion euro, as well as a €106bn fund to re-capitalise banks.
Rail Services Disrupted In Flood Aftermath
Serious disruption is set to hit rail services on the southside of Dublin and further along the east coast. Irish Rail has said the severe flooding earlier this week damaged the ground around a pier at the Dodder Bridge, and it has had to close the line between Grand Canal Dock and Sydney Parade.
Serious disruption is set to hit rail services on the southside of Dublin and further along the east coast. Irish Rail has said the severe flooding earlier this week damaged the ground around a pier at the Dodder Bridge, and it has had to close the line between Grand Canal Dock and Sydney Parade.
Counting Underway In Presidential Election
Counting of the ballots, to decide the next President of Ireland,is underway but it is understood that it could be tomorrow before the results are revealed.
Counting of the ballots, to decide the next President of Ireland,is underway but it is understood that it could be tomorrow before the results are revealed.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 28 2010, 5,479 days ago
Back Bench Revolt Over Pension Cut
The Taoiseach could be facing a backbench revolt over a mooted cut to the sate pension, according to reports this morning.
The Taoiseach could be facing a backbench revolt over a mooted cut to the sate pension, according to reports this morning.
Mournes Helicopter Crash Injures Policemen
The Air Accident Investigation Branch has been informed after four police officers in the North were hurt today when a leased police helicopter involved in investigating a fatal weekend crash in the Mourne Mountains overturned.
The Air Accident Investigation Branch has been informed after four police officers in the North were hurt today when a leased police helicopter involved in investigating a fatal weekend crash in the Mourne Mountains overturned.
HSE Apologises Over Roscommon Case
The health executive has issued an "unreserved and unequivocal" apology to those involved in the Roscommon Child Care Case.
The health executive has issued an "unreserved and unequivocal" apology to those involved in the Roscommon Child Care Case.
Labour Launch Policy Blitz
The Labour party has decried their association with being a party without policy by launching a litany of ideas on how they'd tackle the economic crisis.
The Labour party has decried their association with being a party without policy by launching a litany of ideas on how they'd tackle the economic crisis.
Ryanair Cuts German Flights By 30%
Budget airline Ryanair is to cut its flights to Germany by almost a third in response to the country's introduction of a flight tax. Under the coalition Government's new bill taxing air travel, German airlines will have to pay up to €26 per passenger.
Budget airline Ryanair is to cut its flights to Germany by almost a third in response to the country's introduction of a flight tax. Under the coalition Government's new bill taxing air travel, German airlines will have to pay up to €26 per passenger.
Metro North Plan Approved
An Bord Pleanála have approved the Metro North rail link, expected to cost €3 billion. The new line will run from St Stephen's Green in the city centre to Swords in north Co Dublin and now faces final approval from the Government on a 'cost benefit analysis'.
An Bord Pleanála have approved the Metro North rail link, expected to cost €3 billion. The new line will run from St Stephen's Green in the city centre to Swords in north Co Dublin and now faces final approval from the Government on a 'cost benefit analysis'.
'No Significant Trouble' Overnight In North
The North's transport company, Translink has reiterated its earlier claim that the destruction of two buses during trouble in Rathcoole in Co Antrim over two consecutive nights has cost the company £400,000.
The North's transport company, Translink has reiterated its earlier claim that the destruction of two buses during trouble in Rathcoole in Co Antrim over two consecutive nights has cost the company £400,000.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 28 2009, 5,844 days ago
€50M Cigarettes Haul Intercepted
A shipment of illegal cigarettes - of unprecedented scale - has been recovered in Co Louth.
A shipment of illegal cigarettes - of unprecedented scale - has been recovered in Co Louth.
Irish Shoppers Head North For Booze
Figures released by the Irish Brewers Federation have shown that Irish shoppers are heading North to buy their alcohol.
Figures released by the Irish Brewers Federation have shown that Irish shoppers are heading North to buy their alcohol.
Man Killed In Meath Road Crash
A man has been killed in a road crash in Co Meath last night. The 36-year-old male was fatally injured when the car he was driving collided with another car. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man has been killed in a road crash in Co Meath last night. The 36-year-old male was fatally injured when the car he was driving collided with another car. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sapper Murder Detectives Make Fresh Arrest
Police investigating the Real IRA murders of two soldiers at an Antrim Army base in March have arrested a 37-year-old man. As a leading republican already accused of the shock killings continues a separate bid to be freed on bail, the PSNI arrested another man in Bellaghy today (Wednesday).
Police investigating the Real IRA murders of two soldiers at an Antrim Army base in March have arrested a 37-year-old man. As a leading republican already accused of the shock killings continues a separate bid to be freed on bail, the PSNI arrested another man in Bellaghy today (Wednesday).
Easter Rising Film To Shoot Next Year
A film about the 1916 Easter Rising is set to begin shooting in Ireland next year. British actor Gary Oldman will star as rebel James Connolly in the €20 million blockbuster Easter Sixteen, which is due to begin shooting in Dublin next April.
A film about the 1916 Easter Rising is set to begin shooting in Ireland next year. British actor Gary Oldman will star as rebel James Connolly in the €20 million blockbuster Easter Sixteen, which is due to begin shooting in Dublin next April.
Border Loophole For Banned Drivers Closed
A deal to keep disqualified drivers off UK and Irish roads will come into force in February, it has been announced today. Irish drivers disqualified while in the UK will no longer be able to escape their offences when they return to the Irish Republic.
A deal to keep disqualified drivers off UK and Irish roads will come into force in February, it has been announced today. Irish drivers disqualified while in the UK will no longer be able to escape their offences when they return to the Irish Republic.
Jail Recall For Loyalist Halloween Murderer
A loyalist killer released under the Good Friday Agreement has been returned to prison. Torrens Knight had his licence suspended by the North's Secretary of State, Shaun Woodward, yesterday, after being found guilty of assaulting two women in Coleraine.
A loyalist killer released under the Good Friday Agreement has been returned to prison. Torrens Knight had his licence suspended by the North's Secretary of State, Shaun Woodward, yesterday, after being found guilty of assaulting two women in Coleraine.
Anger Follows Fire Service Attacks
A fire service representative has slammed those responsible for attacking fire crews following a spate of incidents yesterday. John Kidd of SIPTU said some fire officers were becoming hesitant of entering certain areas because of the threat to their lives.
A fire service representative has slammed those responsible for attacking fire crews following a spate of incidents yesterday. John Kidd of SIPTU said some fire officers were becoming hesitant of entering certain areas because of the threat to their lives.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 28 2008, 6,209 days ago
Explosion Alert At Shot Derry Man's Home
It has been revealed that a partially exploded bomb has today been made safe by Irish army ordnance technicians. The experts are still at the border home of the Londonderry man who was shot and injured at the house last month.
It has been revealed that a partially exploded bomb has today been made safe by Irish army ordnance technicians. The experts are still at the border home of the Londonderry man who was shot and injured at the house last month.
Education Cuts Underestimated Say Teachers
A leading Irish teachers organization has said the recent Budget cuts announced by the Education Minister underestimated the number of teachers facing 'the chop' next year.
A leading Irish teachers organization has said the recent Budget cuts announced by the Education Minister underestimated the number of teachers facing 'the chop' next year.
Aer Lingus Expansion Takes Off
Former national flag-carrier Aer Lingus has upped the ante in the highly competitive airline industry by announcing that it will operate nine new routes from Ireland next summer.
Former national flag-carrier Aer Lingus has upped the ante in the highly competitive airline industry by announcing that it will operate nine new routes from Ireland next summer.
Limerick Redevelopment Plan Presented
Limerick is about to attempt to 'buck the trend' by ignoring the economic downturn and investing in its future. Details of a radical plan to regenerate what have become some of the most disadvantaged areas of Limerick City are this week being presented to Limerick City Council.
Limerick is about to attempt to 'buck the trend' by ignoring the economic downturn and investing in its future. Details of a radical plan to regenerate what have become some of the most disadvantaged areas of Limerick City are this week being presented to Limerick City Council.
UCC Considers Researching Embryonic Stem Cells
The governing body of University College Cork is to consider allowing the use of embryonic stem cells for research.
The governing body of University College Cork is to consider allowing the use of embryonic stem cells for research.
Plane Crash Victims Remembered
A family that was all but wiped-out in a tragic weekend plane crash has been recalled.
A family that was all but wiped-out in a tragic weekend plane crash has been recalled.
Irish Anti-War Movement Condemns US Syrian Attack
The Irish Anti-War Movement has condemned the US attack in Syria in which eight people were killed.
The Irish Anti-War Movement has condemned the US attack in Syria in which eight people were killed.
Tax Hit On 'Budget Airline' At Shannon May Boost NI
The Irish Government's controversial airport tax has led budget airline, Ryanair, to cut its passenger numbers through Shannon Airport from two million to a mere 750,000 - and to rekindle interest in expanding services at Northern Ireland airports.
The Irish Government's controversial airport tax has led budget airline, Ryanair, to cut its passenger numbers through Shannon Airport from two million to a mere 750,000 - and to rekindle interest in expanding services at Northern Ireland airports.
No Treat For Pets At Halloween
Pet owners have been warned to keep their animals tucked indoors on Halloween night by the DSPCA.
Pet owners have been warned to keep their animals tucked indoors on Halloween night by the DSPCA.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.