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Irish News on Thu, Aug 10 2017, 3,287 days ago
Appeal Issued Following Fatal Collision In Co Cork
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a fatal road traffic collision at Lackenroe Glanmire in Co Cork. A man in his 20s was fatally injured when his motorcycle was involved in a collision with a car at approximately 6pm on Wednesday, 09 August.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a fatal road traffic collision at Lackenroe Glanmire in Co Cork. A man in his 20s was fatally injured when his motorcycle was involved in a collision with a car at approximately 6pm on Wednesday, 09 August.
New And Expectant Fathers Urged To Apply For Paternity Leave
The Minister for Social Protection, Regina Doherty, has urged new and expectant fathers to apply for their two weeks paternity payment, offered by her department. Employed and self-employed fathers with the correct PRSI contributions are entitled to receive Paternity Benefit.
The Minister for Social Protection, Regina Doherty, has urged new and expectant fathers to apply for their two weeks paternity payment, offered by her department. Employed and self-employed fathers with the correct PRSI contributions are entitled to receive Paternity Benefit.
Govt Urged To Provide Extra €125m For Education In 2018
The government must provide at least an additional €625 million over the next five years to ensure that Ireland meets the OECD average spend on early childhood care and education by 2022, according to the trade union, IMPACT.
The government must provide at least an additional €625 million over the next five years to ensure that Ireland meets the OECD average spend on early childhood care and education by 2022, according to the trade union, IMPACT.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 10 2016, 3,652 days ago
Govt Urged To Open Irish Passport Office In Belfast
The government has been urged to open an Irish passport office in Belfast to meet the unprecedented demand. Making the call, Dublin South West TD, Seán Crowe, said there were 46,257 applications from the North between January and July this year, an increase of 18.85 % on last year.
The government has been urged to open an Irish passport office in Belfast to meet the unprecedented demand. Making the call, Dublin South West TD, Seán Crowe, said there were 46,257 applications from the North between January and July this year, an increase of 18.85 % on last year.
Adults Encouraged To Sign Up For Public Services Card
All adults have been encouraged to sign up for the new Public Services Card (PSC), which enables the state to provide better public services at a reduced cost to taxpayers.
All adults have been encouraged to sign up for the new Public Services Card (PSC), which enables the state to provide better public services at a reduced cost to taxpayers.
Annual Report Of Dept Of Transport, Tourism And Sport Published
Tourism to Ireland rose by 13.7% last year according to new figures released in the Annual Report of the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport.
Tourism to Ireland rose by 13.7% last year according to new figures released in the Annual Report of the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport.
Lambstongue Applauded For 'Ethical Business Decision' To Refuse Clerys Work
Trade union SIPTU has applauded Lambstongue for its "ethical business decision" to refuse to work on Clerys.
Trade union SIPTU has applauded Lambstongue for its "ethical business decision" to refuse to work on Clerys.
Man Killed In Roscommon Road Collision
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision at Ardkern, Roscommon. A man (20) was seriously injured when the car he was travelling in as a passenger left the road and struck a ditch. He was taken to Sligo University Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision at Ardkern, Roscommon. A man (20) was seriously injured when the car he was travelling in as a passenger left the road and struck a ditch. He was taken to Sligo University Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Dublin Bus Management And Unions Must Hammer Out Fair Deal
Industrial action at Dublin Bus can be avoided if management and unions commit to hammering out a fair and proportionate pay deal, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Transport, Tourism and Sport Robert Troy has said.
Industrial action at Dublin Bus can be avoided if management and unions commit to hammering out a fair and proportionate pay deal, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Transport, Tourism and Sport Robert Troy has said.
HSE Considers Alternative Location For Village Primary Care Centre
The HSE is considering an alternative location for the Clondalkin Village Primary Care Centre, Sinn Féin's Eoin Ó Broin has said.
The HSE is considering an alternative location for the Clondalkin Village Primary Care Centre, Sinn Féin's Eoin Ó Broin has said.
Two Missing Men Found 'Safe And Well'
Garda have reported that both Hugh Doherty and Stephen Kehoe have been found "safe and well". An appeal for help in tracing Mr Doherty had been issued on Monday, 08 August. Mr Doherty, 38, had been missing from his home at Cois Caislean, Nurney, Co Kildare, since Sunday, 07 August.
Garda have reported that both Hugh Doherty and Stephen Kehoe have been found "safe and well". An appeal for help in tracing Mr Doherty had been issued on Monday, 08 August. Mr Doherty, 38, had been missing from his home at Cois Caislean, Nurney, Co Kildare, since Sunday, 07 August.
Cocaine Worth Around €140,000 Seized In Dublin
Cocaine worth an estimated €140,000 has been seized by gardaí in Dublin. The seizure was made as part of an on-going operation targeting serious criminal activity in the Dublin Region, by Gardaí from the Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau.
Cocaine worth an estimated €140,000 has been seized by gardaí in Dublin. The seizure was made as part of an on-going operation targeting serious criminal activity in the Dublin Region, by Gardaí from the Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 10 2015, 4,018 days ago
Ten Escape Injury In Shankill House Fire
Ten people have escaped injury in a house fire in the early hours of Monday morning. Four units of Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) were called to Shankill housing estate at 6am this morning.
Ten people have escaped injury in a house fire in the early hours of Monday morning. Four units of Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) were called to Shankill housing estate at 6am this morning.
New EU Proposals To Simplify Setting Up New Company's
Setting up a company will soon take as little as a few hours and cost as little as €1 under new proposals adopted by the European Parliament.
Setting up a company will soon take as little as a few hours and cost as little as €1 under new proposals adopted by the European Parliament.
Govt Accused Of Putting Children At Risk
The government has been accused of putting children at risk by continuing with the practice of treating them in adult psychiatric units, Fianna Fáil spokesperson on Mental Health, Colm Keaveney, has said.
The government has been accused of putting children at risk by continuing with the practice of treating them in adult psychiatric units, Fianna Fáil spokesperson on Mental Health, Colm Keaveney, has said.
19-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Co Longford Crash
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a serious road traffic accident in Ferefad, Co Longford on Sunday, 09 August. A 19-year-old man was seriously injured with the car he was travelling in collided with a ditch on the Ferefad to Ballymacormack road at about 03:50.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a serious road traffic accident in Ferefad, Co Longford on Sunday, 09 August. A 19-year-old man was seriously injured with the car he was travelling in collided with a ditch on the Ferefad to Ballymacormack road at about 03:50.
Witnesses Sought Over Serious Road Accident, Co Galway
Gardaí in Ballinsloe, Co Galway, have appealed for witnesses to a serious road accident on Friday, 07 August. The collision occurred at approximately 21:00 on the Ballinasloe to Athlone Road at Kilgarve, Creagh, Balliansloe.
Gardaí in Ballinsloe, Co Galway, have appealed for witnesses to a serious road accident on Friday, 07 August. The collision occurred at approximately 21:00 on the Ballinasloe to Athlone Road at Kilgarve, Creagh, Balliansloe.
Appeal Issued For 15-Year-Old Missing From Drogheda
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing 15-year-old Leigh Leech, who has been missing since Tuesday, 04 August. The teenager is from Drogheda and was last seen at around 20:30. He is described as being 5' 8" in height, of medium build, with blue eyes and dark brown hair.
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing 15-year-old Leigh Leech, who has been missing since Tuesday, 04 August. The teenager is from Drogheda and was last seen at around 20:30. He is described as being 5' 8" in height, of medium build, with blue eyes and dark brown hair.
Investment And Political Will Needed To End Homelessness - SF
Ending homelessness needs investment and political will, not platitudes, Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has said. Mr Adams was speaking in response to a report of a 55% increase in homelessness since the beginning of 2015.
Ending homelessness needs investment and political will, not platitudes, Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has said. Mr Adams was speaking in response to a report of a 55% increase in homelessness since the beginning of 2015.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 10 2012, 5,113 days ago
Katie Taylor Wins Ireland's First Olympic Gold
Boxer Katie Taylor secured Irelands first Olympic gold medal yesterday on Thursday evening when she beat Russia’s Sofya Ochigava 10-8. The fight was tied at 2-2 after the first round, and Taylor trailed 4-3 after the second. However, she went on to win the third round 4-1 to lead 7-5.
Boxer Katie Taylor secured Irelands first Olympic gold medal yesterday on Thursday evening when she beat Russia’s Sofya Ochigava 10-8. The fight was tied at 2-2 after the first round, and Taylor trailed 4-3 after the second. However, she went on to win the third round 4-1 to lead 7-5.
Missing McAreavey Witness Gives New Statement To Police
Detectives leading a new inquiry into the murder of Michaela McAreavey’s have interviewed a former bellboy, who was one of the first people to arrive at the scene.
Detectives leading a new inquiry into the murder of Michaela McAreavey’s have interviewed a former bellboy, who was one of the first people to arrive at the scene.
Galway Rape Crisis Centre 'Struggling' With Demand
Galway Rape Crisis Centre has said they are "struggling" to deal with a makred increase in sexual assaults.
Galway Rape Crisis Centre has said they are "struggling" to deal with a makred increase in sexual assaults.
High Court Rules Walsh Entitled To All Sun Newspaper Documents
The High Court has ruled that Louis Walsh is entitled to discovery of documents relating to the Sun newspaper’s investigation into a Garda inquiry of an alleged sex attack by him on a man in a nightclub bathroom.
The High Court has ruled that Louis Walsh is entitled to discovery of documents relating to the Sun newspaper’s investigation into a Garda inquiry of an alleged sex attack by him on a man in a nightclub bathroom.
Apology Offered By Theme Park After Complaint
Funtasia Waterpark in Drogheda, one of Ireland's largest theme parks, has apologised for its treatment of a group of children with special needs. Yesterday more than 8,000 people had expressed their support for a complaint made on behalf of the group of autistic children on the parks Facebook page.
Funtasia Waterpark in Drogheda, one of Ireland's largest theme parks, has apologised for its treatment of a group of children with special needs. Yesterday more than 8,000 people had expressed their support for a complaint made on behalf of the group of autistic children on the parks Facebook page.
Death By Misadventure Verdict For Man Who Fell During Tussle At Bike Shop
A man who died from head injuries after falling out the front door of a sports shop during a struggle had grabbed a member of staff by the neck when asked to leave, an inquest heard yesterday.
A man who died from head injuries after falling out the front door of a sports shop during a struggle had grabbed a member of staff by the neck when asked to leave, an inquest heard yesterday.
Over €30m In Rent Deposits Never Paid Back To State
Over €30 million in refundable rent deposits have not been returned to the Department of Social protection. The money has been paid out by the department since 2006 and despite being refundable at the end of a tenancy, none of the money has been returned.
Over €30 million in refundable rent deposits have not been returned to the Department of Social protection. The money has been paid out by the department since 2006 and despite being refundable at the end of a tenancy, none of the money has been returned.
Six Injured In Road Traffic Accident
Six people needed hospital treatment after a two vehicle collision in the early hours of this morning. The crash happened around 05:00am this morning in Dublin. A man in his 30s was travelling alone in one of the vehicles.
Six people needed hospital treatment after a two vehicle collision in the early hours of this morning. The crash happened around 05:00am this morning in Dublin. A man in his 30s was travelling alone in one of the vehicles.
Couple's Home To Be Repossessed Over Unpaid Loan In 1991
A bank has been given the go ahead to begin proceedings to repossess a couple's home for failing to repay a loan they took out in the 1990s.
A bank has been given the go ahead to begin proceedings to repossess a couple's home for failing to repay a loan they took out in the 1990s.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 10 2011, 5,479 days ago
Army Makes Safe Device In Dublin
An Irish Army bomb disposal team made safe an improved explosive device found in Finglas, Dublin last night. The device was found in Dunsink Lane around 11.25pm. The bomb disposal team was called by the gardaí and the scene was declared safe at 12.25am.
An Irish Army bomb disposal team made safe an improved explosive device found in Finglas, Dublin last night. The device was found in Dunsink Lane around 11.25pm. The bomb disposal team was called by the gardaí and the scene was declared safe at 12.25am.
Fianna Fáil Leader 'Contacted Byrne Over Presidential Bid'
Broadcaster Gay Byrne has told reporters that Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin had contacted him regarding a possible bid to run for the Irish Presidency.
Broadcaster Gay Byrne has told reporters that Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin had contacted him regarding a possible bid to run for the Irish Presidency.
Accused Murder Bid Boy Remanded
A 14-year-old boy and a 49-year-old man have been charged with attempted murder in the North. The unnamed boy has been remanded in custody after being described as "vulnerable" by police in a court in Lisburn.
A 14-year-old boy and a 49-year-old man have been charged with attempted murder in the North. The unnamed boy has been remanded in custody after being described as "vulnerable" by police in a court in Lisburn.
Help Sought After Overnight Derry Shooting
The North's police are appealing for information following a shooting incident in the Ewing Street area of Derry. A PSNI statement said: "At approximately 10pm on the evening of Tuesday 9 August, a 38-year-old male was shot while at home.
The North's police are appealing for information following a shooting incident in the Ewing Street area of Derry. A PSNI statement said: "At approximately 10pm on the evening of Tuesday 9 August, a 38-year-old male was shot while at home.
Lillis In Hospital As SF Calls For Release
Sinn Fein has again called for action on an ill republican prisoner after it emerged that Brendan Lillis was being moved to an outside hospital.
Sinn Fein has again called for action on an ill republican prisoner after it emerged that Brendan Lillis was being moved to an outside hospital.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 10 2010, 5,844 days ago
Callely Handed Two Week Deadline
The under-fire Senator, Ivor Callely, has been given 14 days to explain his controversial expense claims by two separate Government committees.
The under-fire Senator, Ivor Callely, has been given 14 days to explain his controversial expense claims by two separate Government committees.
AIB Pay Staff Green Fees Despite Mortgage Hike
It has emerged the Anglo Irish Bank is to raise its variable mortgage rate despite offering to pay employees’ golf club fees and leisure club memberships worth millions of euro per year.
It has emerged the Anglo Irish Bank is to raise its variable mortgage rate despite offering to pay employees’ golf club fees and leisure club memberships worth millions of euro per year.
Lucky Escape In Latest NI Bomb Bid
The intended target for what is thought to be the third attempted car bomb attack on security-related personnel in the past seven days is today lucky to be alive. A device was found in the Sweep Road area of Cookstown this morning with the road being closed near the local Glenavon Hotel.
The intended target for what is thought to be the third attempted car bomb attack on security-related personnel in the past seven days is today lucky to be alive. A device was found in the Sweep Road area of Cookstown this morning with the road being closed near the local Glenavon Hotel.
'Free To Air Sports' Face Gov Review
The Republic of Ireland's Minister for Communications has appointed an panel of consultants to review whether the current list of 'free to air' sports events should remain available only to freely airing channels.
The Republic of Ireland's Minister for Communications has appointed an panel of consultants to review whether the current list of 'free to air' sports events should remain available only to freely airing channels.
Co Derry Gets Gas Appliance Warning
A gas safety warning has been issued following last week's double carbon monoxide poisoning tragedies.
A gas safety warning has been issued following last week's double carbon monoxide poisoning tragedies.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 10 2009, 6,209 days ago
Arrests Over Deadly Dublin Feud
Two men have been arrested after a spate of gun and pipe-bomb attacks in Dublin that led to the death of a known gang member. The two men are in custody and a firearm and ammunition have been recovered following the shooting incident at Lealand Avenue at about 2am on Saturday morning.
Two men have been arrested after a spate of gun and pipe-bomb attacks in Dublin that led to the death of a known gang member. The two men are in custody and a firearm and ammunition have been recovered following the shooting incident at Lealand Avenue at about 2am on Saturday morning.
Motorcyclist Killed In Carlow Crash
A motorcyclist has died after colliding with a car in Co Carlow. Gardaí in the Borris area are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision, which occurred at approximately 6.00pm on Sunday evening on the Kiltealy to Ballymurphy road.
A motorcyclist has died after colliding with a car in Co Carlow. Gardaí in the Borris area are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision, which occurred at approximately 6.00pm on Sunday evening on the Kiltealy to Ballymurphy road.
Digger Robbers Strike Again
Robbers who use construction site mechanical diggers have struck again. The thieves caused substantial damage to a post office in Co Down early this morning by driving a digger into the rear of the building.
Robbers who use construction site mechanical diggers have struck again. The thieves caused substantial damage to a post office in Co Down early this morning by driving a digger into the rear of the building.
Help Launched For Leaving Cert Students
As Leaving Cert students await their results on Wednesday, the Education Minister has launched a special helpline. Minister Batt O'Keeffe said the annual helpline – 1800 265 165 – will open at 10am that morning and will be staffed by members of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors.
As Leaving Cert students await their results on Wednesday, the Education Minister has launched a special helpline. Minister Batt O'Keeffe said the annual helpline – 1800 265 165 – will open at 10am that morning and will be staffed by members of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors.
'Significant' SF Meeting
Sinn Féin's leadership will hold a summit in the Republic later today, following a series of party resignations and a disappointing performance at the European polls.
Sinn Féin's leadership will hold a summit in the Republic later today, following a series of party resignations and a disappointing performance at the European polls.
First Swine Flu Death Recorded In The Republic
A woman in Dublin has become the first person in Ireland to have died as a result of contracting swine flu. The woman - who died in Tallaght Hospital in south Dublin - suffered from an underlying medical condition that contributed to the fatal nature of the infection.
A woman in Dublin has become the first person in Ireland to have died as a result of contracting swine flu. The woman - who died in Tallaght Hospital in south Dublin - suffered from an underlying medical condition that contributed to the fatal nature of the infection.
Identity Of Bodies Probed
Gardaí in Clare are today attempting to identify the body of a man that was recovered from the sea at the Cliffs of Moher and may have been in the water for up to three weeks.
Gardaí in Clare are today attempting to identify the body of a man that was recovered from the sea at the Cliffs of Moher and may have been in the water for up to three weeks.
Youth Detained After Garda Stabbed
A teenager has been arrested after a stabbing incident in Westport leaving a garda in intensive care. Gardaí in Westport are investigating the incident in which a member of An Garda Siochana was stabbed in the abdomen at approximately 1am on Sunday morning.
A teenager has been arrested after a stabbing incident in Westport leaving a garda in intensive care. Gardaí in Westport are investigating the incident in which a member of An Garda Siochana was stabbed in the abdomen at approximately 1am on Sunday morning.
'Relief' In Derry As 'Boys' Parade
One of the most symbolic events in the North's loyal orders' calendar was marked at the weekend. Fears of widespread trouble failed to materialise as the 320th Relief of Derry celebrations took place in Londonderry - but was marred afterwards by violence.
One of the most symbolic events in the North's loyal orders' calendar was marked at the weekend. Fears of widespread trouble failed to materialise as the 320th Relief of Derry celebrations took place in Londonderry - but was marred afterwards by violence.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 10 2007, 6,940 days ago
Man Dies After Co Meath Stabbing
A man has died in hospital after sustaining injuries in a knife attack in Co Meath just over a week ago. The 33-year-old Brazilian man, was stabbed in the head at around 10.45pm in Duleek on July 29.
A man has died in hospital after sustaining injuries in a knife attack in Co Meath just over a week ago. The 33-year-old Brazilian man, was stabbed in the head at around 10.45pm in Duleek on July 29.
Three Questioned After Roscommon Car Chase
Three men involved in a high-speed road chase following a burglary in County Roscommon are being held for questioning. Gardai made the arrests following reports that the Eircom building in Castlerea had been broken into at 3.00am on Friday morning.
Three men involved in a high-speed road chase following a burglary in County Roscommon are being held for questioning. Gardai made the arrests following reports that the Eircom building in Castlerea had been broken into at 3.00am on Friday morning.
Woman Arrested Over Cocaine Find
A 28-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the seizure of 3kg of cocaine - believed to have been worth around €200k - in Drogheda, Co Louth. The drugs were found as part of a joint customs and Garda operation.
A 28-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the seizure of 3kg of cocaine - believed to have been worth around €200k - in Drogheda, Co Louth. The drugs were found as part of a joint customs and Garda operation.
Shots Fired At Clondalkin Home
Gardai are investigating a shooting incident which occurred in Clondalkin, County Dublin, last night. Two shots were fired through the front windows of a house at Willow Avenue in Clondalkin at around 10.50pm. Two people who were in the house at the time escaped injury.
Gardai are investigating a shooting incident which occurred in Clondalkin, County Dublin, last night. Two shots were fired through the front windows of a house at Willow Avenue in Clondalkin at around 10.50pm. Two people who were in the house at the time escaped injury.
Two People Charged With Ballymun Murder
Two people have been charged with murder, in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man in Dublin last year. James Donaghue, 26, died after a row outside his grandmother’s home in Ballymun where he was attending a birthday party.
Two people have been charged with murder, in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man in Dublin last year. James Donaghue, 26, died after a row outside his grandmother’s home in Ballymun where he was attending a birthday party.
Blaze Destroys Hardware Store In Dublin
Fire fighters have been tackling a major fire at a hardware store in Dublin overnight. Eight units of the fire brigade are at Kingston's Hardware Store on Strand Street in Skerries, where the fire started at approximately 3am on Friday morning.
Fire fighters have been tackling a major fire at a hardware store in Dublin overnight. Eight units of the fire brigade are at Kingston's Hardware Store on Strand Street in Skerries, where the fire started at approximately 3am on Friday morning.
2.6% Drop In Average House Prices
The Permanent TSB and the ESRI house price index has revealed that Irish house prices have fallen by 2.6 per cent in the first six months of this year.
The Permanent TSB and the ESRI house price index has revealed that Irish house prices have fallen by 2.6 per cent in the first six months of this year.
New Sea Safety Centre Opens In Waterford
A new Sea Safety Centre will open over the weekend in a bid to help reduce drownings in Waterford. The Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre will be officially opened on Saturday 11 August by John Leech, CEO of Irish Water Safety (IWS). The new facility is situated 11 miles south-west of Waterford city.
A new Sea Safety Centre will open over the weekend in a bid to help reduce drownings in Waterford. The Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre will be officially opened on Saturday 11 August by John Leech, CEO of Irish Water Safety (IWS). The new facility is situated 11 miles south-west of Waterford city.
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