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Irish News on Mon, May 13 2019, 1,827 days ago
Man Killed In Co Wicklow Paragliding Accident
A man has died following a paragliding accident in County Wicklow. His body was discovered on Sunday 12 April after a search was launched when he failed to return to his north Dublin home. Wicklow Mountain Rescue conducted the search along with the Irish Coast Guard Rescue.
A man has died following a paragliding accident in County Wicklow. His body was discovered on Sunday 12 April after a search was launched when he failed to return to his north Dublin home. Wicklow Mountain Rescue conducted the search along with the Irish Coast Guard Rescue.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed In Roscommon Hit-And-Run
A man in his 80s has died after he was struck by a car while walking in County Roscommon. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, 11 May in Keadue and the driver failed to remain at the scene. The 81-year-old was pronounced dead shortly after the incident.
A man in his 80s has died after he was struck by a car while walking in County Roscommon. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, 11 May in Keadue and the driver failed to remain at the scene. The 81-year-old was pronounced dead shortly after the incident.
Man Stabbed Multiple Times In Cork City
Gardaí are investigating after a man was stabbed a number of times in Cork city last night, Sunday 12 May. The 30-year-old was attacked at Ardmore Avenue, Knocknaheeny at around 10.50pm. He is recovering in Cork University Hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
Gardaí are investigating after a man was stabbed a number of times in Cork city last night, Sunday 12 May. The 30-year-old was attacked at Ardmore Avenue, Knocknaheeny at around 10.50pm. He is recovering in Cork University Hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
'Fine Gael Failing Renters' As Availability Of Homes To Let Decreases
The number of homes available to rent has reached its lowest level since 2006, according to a new report by Daft.ie, which prompted Labour to accuse Fine Gael of consistently failing renters.
The number of homes available to rent has reached its lowest level since 2006, according to a new report by Daft.ie, which prompted Labour to accuse Fine Gael of consistently failing renters.
'Operation Stratus' Sees €40k Drugs Seized In Drogheda
Gardaí in Drogheda have recovered a haul of drugs worth €40,000 as part of 'Operation Stratus'. One individual has been arrested after the search at a house in the Hill View area of the town on Sunday 12 May.
Gardaí in Drogheda have recovered a haul of drugs worth €40,000 as part of 'Operation Stratus'. One individual has been arrested after the search at a house in the Hill View area of the town on Sunday 12 May.
Regeneration Of Community Projects Needed To Combat Dublin Disorder- FF
A Fianna Fail candidate in Ballyfermot, Dublin is calling for investment in capital projects to help combat anti-social behaviour and public disorder in Dublin 12.
A Fianna Fail candidate in Ballyfermot, Dublin is calling for investment in capital projects to help combat anti-social behaviour and public disorder in Dublin 12.
Investments In Aquaculture & Seafood Companies Reach €6.5m
Minister for Agriculture Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., has announced a funding award of €2,369,801 for 17 seafood enterprises in nine different counties. It comes under the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund Operation Programme for the seafood sector.
Minister for Agriculture Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., has announced a funding award of €2,369,801 for 17 seafood enterprises in nine different counties. It comes under the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund Operation Programme for the seafood sector.
Irish News on Fri, May 13 2016, 2,922 days ago
Labour Bill Calls For Refund For Customers Who Paid Water Charges
The Labour Party has published its proposed Water Charges (Fair Treatment of Customers) Bill 2016, which in the event of water charges being suspended, provides for the full refund of monies paid by customers who had complied with the law within six months.
The Labour Party has published its proposed Water Charges (Fair Treatment of Customers) Bill 2016, which in the event of water charges being suspended, provides for the full refund of monies paid by customers who had complied with the law within six months.
Proposal To Link Child Benefit To School Attendance 'Short Sighted' - FF
The government proposal to link child benefit to school attendance has been described as "short sighted" and should be reconsidered, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection Willie O'Dea has said.
The government proposal to link child benefit to school attendance has been described as "short sighted" and should be reconsidered, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection Willie O'Dea has said.
Witnesses Sought To Fatal Road Crash In Greystones
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic crash in Greystones, Co Wicklow yesterday, 12 May. At approximately 6:25pm a male motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash on the Farrenkelly Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic crash in Greystones, Co Wicklow yesterday, 12 May. At approximately 6:25pm a male motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash on the Farrenkelly Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.
Final Push Needed To Eradicate BVD - Creed
The new Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has called for a further push toward the final eradication of Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). Incidence of the disease has fallen by 75% since the start of the compulsory programme in 2013 when 0.
The new Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has called for a further push toward the final eradication of Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). Incidence of the disease has fallen by 75% since the start of the compulsory programme in 2013 when 0.
Ireland Joins 40 Other Countries At International Anti Corruption Summit
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, will represent Ireland at a major Anti Corruption Summit in London.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, will represent Ireland at a major Anti Corruption Summit in London.
Mandate Seek Urgent Meeting With Debenhams
Mandate Trade Union has called for an urgent meeting with Debenhams following the retailers announcement that it was to enter examinership. The union has written to the company and the Examiner seeking an urgent meeting to discuss the future of the company.
Mandate Trade Union has called for an urgent meeting with Debenhams following the retailers announcement that it was to enter examinership. The union has written to the company and the Examiner seeking an urgent meeting to discuss the future of the company.
Two Men Arrested Over Kildare Drug Seizure
Two men have been arrested during an intelligence-led operation targeting the sale and supply of controlled drugs in the Kildare area on Thursday.
Two men have been arrested during an intelligence-led operation targeting the sale and supply of controlled drugs in the Kildare area on Thursday.
Four Men Arrested Following Co Wexford Burglary
Four men have been arrested in connection with a burglary in Co Wexford on Wednesday, 11 May. Garda said that at about 10pm four men entered the home of an elderly man near Taghmon, Co Wexford. The men took a sum of money and electrical equipment after threatening the man.
Four men have been arrested in connection with a burglary in Co Wexford on Wednesday, 11 May. Garda said that at about 10pm four men entered the home of an elderly man near Taghmon, Co Wexford. The men took a sum of money and electrical equipment after threatening the man.
Appeal Issued For Missing 17-Year-Old
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing 17-year-old Rebeka Lubnika, who has not been seen since Tuesday, 10 May. The teenager is described as approximately 5'8'', of thin build, with dyed strawberry blonde hair & green eyes.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for help in tracing 17-year-old Rebeka Lubnika, who has not been seen since Tuesday, 10 May. The teenager is described as approximately 5'8'', of thin build, with dyed strawberry blonde hair & green eyes.
Irish News on Wed, May 13 2015, 3,288 days ago
Sinn Féin Warns Taoiseach 'Ignoring HIQA Report Risks Further Tragedy'
Sinn Féin has called on the Taoiseach Enda Kenny to explain why the HSE, the Department of Health and the Minister for Health have failed to act on HIQA recommendations.
Sinn Féin has called on the Taoiseach Enda Kenny to explain why the HSE, the Department of Health and the Minister for Health have failed to act on HIQA recommendations.
Garda Investigates 'Potential Suspicious Approach' On Two-Year-Old
A mother has warned parents to "mind [their] babies" after two people made a "suspicious approach" to her 2-year-old daughter at a service station on Tuesday morning.
A mother has warned parents to "mind [their] babies" after two people made a "suspicious approach" to her 2-year-old daughter at a service station on Tuesday morning.
Tusla Cuts Funding To Catholic Church Marriage Preparation Course
Tusla, the statutory child and family agency, will no longer fund a marriage preparation course run by the Catholic Church. Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, Tusla Chief Executive Gordon Jeyes said that the agency needed to "live within its means when cuts were being made".
Tusla, the statutory child and family agency, will no longer fund a marriage preparation course run by the Catholic Church. Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, Tusla Chief Executive Gordon Jeyes said that the agency needed to "live within its means when cuts were being made".
Over 40,000 Cars Recalled In Ireland Amid Faulty Airbag Fears
More than 40,000 cars are being recalled in Ireland over concerns about potentially faulty airbags. Toyota has announced a recall of 27,000 cars in Ireland, built between 2004 and 2007, while Nissan has recalled 15,500 cars.
More than 40,000 cars are being recalled in Ireland over concerns about potentially faulty airbags. Toyota has announced a recall of 27,000 cars in Ireland, built between 2004 and 2007, while Nissan has recalled 15,500 cars.
Men Arrested And Drugs Seized In Inner City Raids
Two men have been arrested and drugs seized during a planned search of a property in Dublin's inner city on Tuesday morning. Gardaí said that the search was part of an ongoing operation targeting the sale and supply of controlled drugs.
Two men have been arrested and drugs seized during a planned search of a property in Dublin's inner city on Tuesday morning. Gardaí said that the search was part of an ongoing operation targeting the sale and supply of controlled drugs.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Accident
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident in Blessington, Co Wicklow on Tuesday. A 20-year-old was killed when his motorcycle crashed at about 20:30 yesterday at The Dememse. There were no other vehicles involved in the accident.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident in Blessington, Co Wicklow on Tuesday. A 20-year-old was killed when his motorcycle crashed at about 20:30 yesterday at The Dememse. There were no other vehicles involved in the accident.
Fine Gael 'Disappointed' By NRA Toll Plan
Fine Gael has said that it is "disappointed" by the National Roads Authority calling for additional tolls on the M50.
Fine Gael has said that it is "disappointed" by the National Roads Authority calling for additional tolls on the M50.
Labour Calls For Grant-Aided Scheme For Water Pipe Replacement
A grant-aided scheme should be established to fund the removal of harmful piping from the public water supply, Labour has said. Deputy Sean Kenny made the call in the Dáil, during a Topical Issue Debate.
A grant-aided scheme should be established to fund the removal of harmful piping from the public water supply, Labour has said. Deputy Sean Kenny made the call in the Dáil, during a Topical Issue Debate.
Protesters 'Physically Restrained' After Blockading Tánaiste's Car
A number of anti-water protesters had to be physically restrained by garda officers after blockading Tánaiste Joan Burton's ministerial car.
A number of anti-water protesters had to be physically restrained by garda officers after blockading Tánaiste Joan Burton's ministerial car.
Irish News on Tue, May 13 2014, 3,653 days ago
Man Armed With Hatchet Arrested Over Aggravated Burglary
A 20year-old man has been arrested in Waterford in connection with an aggravated burglary. According to garda the man was found at a house in the Abbeyside area of Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Garda say that the man was armed with a hatchet.
A 20year-old man has been arrested in Waterford in connection with an aggravated burglary. According to garda the man was found at a house in the Abbeyside area of Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Garda say that the man was armed with a hatchet.
Cash-In-Transit Robbery Foiled By Off-Duty Garda
An armed cash-in-transit robbery has been stopped by an off-duty garda officer in Ratoath, Co Meath. According to reports a man armed with what appeared to be a gun approached a security guard collecting as he collected cash at a shopping centre in Ratoath.
An armed cash-in-transit robbery has been stopped by an off-duty garda officer in Ratoath, Co Meath. According to reports a man armed with what appeared to be a gun approached a security guard collecting as he collected cash at a shopping centre in Ratoath.
Irish Water Commit To Eliminating Boil Notices
The majority of boil notices, issued when water needs to be boiled before use due to contamination, will be eliminated by the end of 2015, Irish Water has said. The company has said that ending the need for the notices has been made its first priority.
The majority of boil notices, issued when water needs to be boiled before use due to contamination, will be eliminated by the end of 2015, Irish Water has said. The company has said that ending the need for the notices has been made its first priority.
Nuclear Power Is Not The Answer - Sinn Féin
Nuclear power should not be developed in Ireland, Sinn Féin have said.
Nuclear power should not be developed in Ireland, Sinn Féin have said.
Chip Plant Announces €13m Investment In Co Meath
A frozen chip plant in Co Meath is to benefit from a €13m investment, Meade Potato has announced.
A frozen chip plant in Co Meath is to benefit from a €13m investment, Meade Potato has announced.
Govt Urged To Make Time For Guerin Report Debate
The government has been urged to make time for a Dáil debate on the Guerin report. Calling for the debate, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Justice Pádraig MacLochlainn said that he had written to the Ceann Comhairle on the day the report was published, Friday 09 May, asking for the Dáil debate.
The government has been urged to make time for a Dáil debate on the Guerin report. Calling for the debate, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Justice Pádraig MacLochlainn said that he had written to the Ceann Comhairle on the day the report was published, Friday 09 May, asking for the Dáil debate.
Pregnant Woman Injured In Carjacking
Gardaí in Dublin have arrested a man in connection with an assault and carjacking in the city centre on Monday. According to gardaí, a pregnant female passenger was assaulted in the incident on Hill Street in the north of the city at about 15:00 yesterday.
Gardaí in Dublin have arrested a man in connection with an assault and carjacking in the city centre on Monday. According to gardaí, a pregnant female passenger was assaulted in the incident on Hill Street in the north of the city at about 15:00 yesterday.
Erasmus+ Scheme Announced
Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn has announced the launch of a new European scheme that will give over 30,000 Irish students, apprenticeships and volunteers, along with 8,000 teachers, trainers, education staff and youth workers, the chance to spend time studying, training or working
Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn has announced the launch of a new European scheme that will give over 30,000 Irish students, apprenticeships and volunteers, along with 8,000 teachers, trainers, education staff and youth workers, the chance to spend time studying, training or working
Concerns Raised Over Risk Of Families Losing Free Water Allowance
Concerns have been raised following the announcement that customers who struggle to pay their water bill face having their free allowance cut off. Irish Water confirmed that households will only get the free allowance if they 'pay their bills in a timely manner'.
Concerns have been raised following the announcement that customers who struggle to pay their water bill face having their free allowance cut off. Irish Water confirmed that households will only get the free allowance if they 'pay their bills in a timely manner'.
Irish News on Mon, May 13 2013, 4,018 days ago
Tanaiste Rules Out Cuts To Child Benefit
Tanaiste Eamon Gilmore has said that cuts to child benefit were "never on the agenda" as he dismissed Education Minister Ruairi Quinn's proposal to cut the benefit in order to fund an extra pre-school year for children.
Tanaiste Eamon Gilmore has said that cuts to child benefit were "never on the agenda" as he dismissed Education Minister Ruairi Quinn's proposal to cut the benefit in order to fund an extra pre-school year for children.
Property Tax To Be Deducted Directly From Tenants
Renters who do not respond to letters about the property tax will have the money deducted from their wages, the Irish Independent have revealed.
Renters who do not respond to letters about the property tax will have the money deducted from their wages, the Irish Independent have revealed.
Inspectors Catch "Welfare Tourists" At Dublin Airport
One hundred so-called “welfare tourists” have been caught flying into Dublin Airport in order to sign on for social welfare payments, according to the Irish Independent.
One hundred so-called “welfare tourists” have been caught flying into Dublin Airport in order to sign on for social welfare payments, according to the Irish Independent.
'Significant Progress' Made In New Croke Park Talks
Renewed talks to find a successor to the Croke Park agreement will begin again this afternoon (Monday). According to RTÉ significant progress was reported to have been achieved when they adjourned at 04:30 on Monday morning.
Renewed talks to find a successor to the Croke Park agreement will begin again this afternoon (Monday). According to RTÉ significant progress was reported to have been achieved when they adjourned at 04:30 on Monday morning.
35 Staff Left Unemployed After Fire Destroys Factory
35 people have been made redundant after a fire destroyed a pet food plant at Clonmellon on the Westmeath-Meath border. Staff at the Pet Treats plant have been temporarily laid off due to the extensive damage caused at the 18,000sq ft plant at the weekend.
35 people have been made redundant after a fire destroyed a pet food plant at Clonmellon on the Westmeath-Meath border. Staff at the Pet Treats plant have been temporarily laid off due to the extensive damage caused at the 18,000sq ft plant at the weekend.
Bus Éireann Strike Enters A Second Day
A strike by Bus Éireann staff in the Republic is affecting some cross-border services, as the action enters a second day. Services between Dublin and L'Derry, as well as between Dublin and Belfast, have been halted; however Northern Ireland's Translink is still operating along these routes.
A strike by Bus Éireann staff in the Republic is affecting some cross-border services, as the action enters a second day. Services between Dublin and L'Derry, as well as between Dublin and Belfast, have been halted; however Northern Ireland's Translink is still operating along these routes.
Investigation Launched Into Call Centre Fraud Allegation
An employee of a major call centre is being investigated following allegations of illegally obtaining credit card details.
An employee of a major call centre is being investigated following allegations of illegally obtaining credit card details.
Arrests Made In 11 Year Old Murder Investigation
Gardai investigating the 2002 murder of David McCreevey have arrested two men. Detectives from Tallaght Garda Station and members of the Special Detective Unit arrested the two men, both in their 30s, during an operation this morning (Monday).
Gardai investigating the 2002 murder of David McCreevey have arrested two men. Detectives from Tallaght Garda Station and members of the Special Detective Unit arrested the two men, both in their 30s, during an operation this morning (Monday).
Work To Begin On 10 Year Old Cycle Route Plan
A decade on since planning began, work on a Sutton to Sandycove off road cycleway around Dublin Bay is to get underway. The new route will be a continuous 22km off-road cycle route, and once complete will be one of the longest coastal promenades in Europe.
A decade on since planning began, work on a Sutton to Sandycove off road cycleway around Dublin Bay is to get underway. The new route will be a continuous 22km off-road cycle route, and once complete will be one of the longest coastal promenades in Europe.
Irish News on Fri, May 13 2011, 4,749 days ago
Man Held Over Obama 'Death Threats'
Detectives are questioning a converted Muslim over fears of an alleged plot to kill US President Obama during his trip to Ireland. Khalid Kelly, aged in his 40s, was detained over the claims made in a newspaper. Yesterday morning, Detectives searched a home in Dublin’s north inner city.
Detectives are questioning a converted Muslim over fears of an alleged plot to kill US President Obama during his trip to Ireland. Khalid Kelly, aged in his 40s, was detained over the claims made in a newspaper. Yesterday morning, Detectives searched a home in Dublin’s north inner city.
McCanns In Dublin As New Inquiry Gets Underway
The parents of missing Madeleine McCann, are in Dublin today to mark the publication of their book 'Madeleine'. The visit comes after the UK Home Office announced that the Metropolitan Police Service will be bringing their expertise to the case regarding the search for their missing daughter.
The parents of missing Madeleine McCann, are in Dublin today to mark the publication of their book 'Madeleine'. The visit comes after the UK Home Office announced that the Metropolitan Police Service will be bringing their expertise to the case regarding the search for their missing daughter.
North's Police Make Arrest After Shooting
A man has been shot and critically injured in Co Down. It happened in the same week as the PSNI issued positive figures on a reduction in crime across Northern Ireland, and saw at least one other person also wounded in the shock Bangor incident.
A man has been shot and critically injured in Co Down. It happened in the same week as the PSNI issued positive figures on a reduction in crime across Northern Ireland, and saw at least one other person also wounded in the shock Bangor incident.
EU Plans For Common Tax System Fail 'Subsidiarity' Test
A new draft EU Directive for a common consolidated corporate tax base (CCCTB) across all Member States does not comply with the principle of subsidiarity, a Dáil Committee has concluded.
A new draft EU Directive for a common consolidated corporate tax base (CCCTB) across all Member States does not comply with the principle of subsidiarity, a Dáil Committee has concluded.
PSNI Successes Welcome - Despite Tragedy
There has been a warm welcome for the latest set of policing statistics for the North. DUP Assembly Member Jonathan Bell has welcomed the reduction in recorded crime figures, whilst stating that more needs to be done to drive the figures down even further.
There has been a warm welcome for the latest set of policing statistics for the North. DUP Assembly Member Jonathan Bell has welcomed the reduction in recorded crime figures, whilst stating that more needs to be done to drive the figures down even further.
Irish News on Thu, May 13 2010, 5,114 days ago
Bomb Squad Check Kildare Rocket
A rifle and a rocket launcher have been uncovered in a follow-up operation today that has since sparked a security alert. On Wednesday, gardaí from the Organised Crime Unit stopped a vehicle on the Naas Road.
A rifle and a rocket launcher have been uncovered in a follow-up operation today that has since sparked a security alert. On Wednesday, gardaí from the Organised Crime Unit stopped a vehicle on the Naas Road.
Cork Murder Suspect Charged
A man has been charged in connection with a woman's death in Co Cork last month. Gardai in Middleton who are investigating the death of 57-year-old Catherine Smart in Midleton, on 4th April arrested the 46-year-old man last night.
A man has been charged in connection with a woman's death in Co Cork last month. Gardai in Middleton who are investigating the death of 57-year-old Catherine Smart in Midleton, on 4th April arrested the 46-year-old man last night.
President Brightens Balmoral Show
Mary McAleese has returned to 'her roots' today, travelling to her home town of Belfast to 'cultivate' better cross-border relations - by visiting Ireland's top agricultural event.
Mary McAleese has returned to 'her roots' today, travelling to her home town of Belfast to 'cultivate' better cross-border relations - by visiting Ireland's top agricultural event.
Schools Get Further Teaching Boost
Demographic trends across Ireland have led the Department of Education to employ additional teaching resources. That's over-and-above 500 already committed to in the renewed Programme for Government.
Demographic trends across Ireland have led the Department of Education to employ additional teaching resources. That's over-and-above 500 already committed to in the renewed Programme for Government.
RTE Launches New Aertel Mobile Service
RTE - Ireland's national broadcaster, has successfully launched the new version of its mobile information platform, Aertel Mobile, supported by SysMedia's Plasma Gold cross-platform content management technology.
RTE - Ireland's national broadcaster, has successfully launched the new version of its mobile information platform, Aertel Mobile, supported by SysMedia's Plasma Gold cross-platform content management technology.
Paterson Jets Into NI Office
The North's new Secretary of State will travel to the Province today. As outlined yesterday morning on www.4ni.co.uk, the new man is former Shadow Secretary, Owen Paterson. He will attend the first London Cabinet meeting this morning, after which he is expected to travel to Belfast.
The North's new Secretary of State will travel to the Province today. As outlined yesterday morning on www.4ni.co.uk, the new man is former Shadow Secretary, Owen Paterson. He will attend the first London Cabinet meeting this morning, after which he is expected to travel to Belfast.
Power-up Marine Energy, Says Foster
There's power in the seas around Ireland, and it should be harnessed for the good of all it's citizens.
There's power in the seas around Ireland, and it should be harnessed for the good of all it's citizens.
Irish News on Wed, May 13 2009, 5,479 days ago
AIB Chief Left 'With Egg On His Face'
The boss of the AIB has been pelted with eggs after a meeting to reassure shareholders.
The boss of the AIB has been pelted with eggs after a meeting to reassure shareholders.
Mother Swindles Elderly Man Out Of €65k
A mother of ten has been jailed for two years after stealing €65,000 from a pensioner she claimed crashed into her car.
A mother of ten has been jailed for two years after stealing €65,000 from a pensioner she claimed crashed into her car.
Former FF Councillor Losses €4.6million Judgment
Former Fianna Fail Councillor Gerard Killally and a former Offaly football manager Richard Connor have lost out in a High Court judgment, leaving them with a bill for €4.6million The judgment was made after National Irish Bank, who claimed the two men owed the amount to them, took an action.
Former Fianna Fail Councillor Gerard Killally and a former Offaly football manager Richard Connor have lost out in a High Court judgment, leaving them with a bill for €4.6million The judgment was made after National Irish Bank, who claimed the two men owed the amount to them, took an action.
Protest Erupts Over Hospital Cuts
The State's largest children's hospital was the scene of a major protest against planned cuts in services last night.
The State's largest children's hospital was the scene of a major protest against planned cuts in services last night.
Motorcyclist Killed In Carlow Collision
A man has been killed in a collision in Co Carlow. At approximately 3pm on Tuesday afternoon, the man, aged 24, was fatally injured when the motorcycle he was driving was involved in a collision with a motor car. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man has been killed in a collision in Co Carlow. At approximately 3pm on Tuesday afternoon, the man, aged 24, was fatally injured when the motorcycle he was driving was involved in a collision with a motor car. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Three Rape Irish Man In Australia
Police in Australia are hunting three men who attacked and allegedly raped a male Irish backpacker and migrant worker. The 20-year-old man told police he was headbutted and punched before being raped by one of the men while being driven around in their car for up to an hour.
Police in Australia are hunting three men who attacked and allegedly raped a male Irish backpacker and migrant worker. The 20-year-old man told police he was headbutted and punched before being raped by one of the men while being driven around in their car for up to an hour.
Dublin Mayor To Take Office By 2010
Making the "most significant change to leadership in Dublin since the foundation of the state", Environment Minister John Gormley has announced that Dublin is to have a directly elected mayor next year.
Making the "most significant change to leadership in Dublin since the foundation of the state", Environment Minister John Gormley has announced that Dublin is to have a directly elected mayor next year.
Other News In Brief
Fire Destroys Three Boats Near Yacht Club A fire near the Royal Irish Yacht Club in Dún Laoghaire has destroyed three yachts. No one was on board any of the vessels, two of which sank. The Dublin Fire Brigade was contacted shortly before midnight and was at at the scene at the marina until morning.
Fire Destroys Three Boats Near Yacht Club A fire near the Royal Irish Yacht Club in Dún Laoghaire has destroyed three yachts. No one was on board any of the vessels, two of which sank. The Dublin Fire Brigade was contacted shortly before midnight and was at at the scene at the marina until morning.
Irish News on Tue, May 13 2008, 5,844 days ago
HSE Defends Allegations On Childcare Under funding
The Health Service Executive has today defended itself amid accusations its funding and staffing for childcare services is insufficient.
The Health Service Executive has today defended itself amid accusations its funding and staffing for childcare services is insufficient.
Eleven Year-Old Search For Woman Resumes After Tip-off
The hunt into the disappearance of an Offaly woman over a decade ago has resumed after new information came to light. Gardaí have began searching the Laois-Offaly border - resuming the investigation into the disappearance of Fiona Pender - who disappeared over 11 years ago.
The hunt into the disappearance of an Offaly woman over a decade ago has resumed after new information came to light. Gardaí have began searching the Laois-Offaly border - resuming the investigation into the disappearance of Fiona Pender - who disappeared over 11 years ago.
Referendum Commision To Spend €5 million On Lisbon Campaign
An independent public information campaign on the Lisbon Treaty has been launched in Dublin. The Referendum Commission has begun distributing over two million copies of its hand-book explaining the Lisbon Treaty to homes around the country as part of a campaign expected to cost €5 million.
An independent public information campaign on the Lisbon Treaty has been launched in Dublin. The Referendum Commission has begun distributing over two million copies of its hand-book explaining the Lisbon Treaty to homes around the country as part of a campaign expected to cost €5 million.
Ryanair Offers Rugby Fans Free Flights
Ryanair has offered to fly Munster rugby fans to Wales free for the Heineken Cup final later this month, following the revelation that a scheduled flight would not land in time for the game's kick-off.
Ryanair has offered to fly Munster rugby fans to Wales free for the Heineken Cup final later this month, following the revelation that a scheduled flight would not land in time for the game's kick-off.
Dublin Holds Cluster Bomb Summit
Details of the international Cluster Bomb summit, taking place in Dublin, are to be revealed on Tuesday. The Cluster Munitions Dublin Diplomatic Treaty Conference, which will draw up to 1,000 international delegates, will take place at Croke Park from May 19-30.
Details of the international Cluster Bomb summit, taking place in Dublin, are to be revealed on Tuesday. The Cluster Munitions Dublin Diplomatic Treaty Conference, which will draw up to 1,000 international delegates, will take place at Croke Park from May 19-30.
Cowen Expected To Unveil Junior Ministers
A Cabinet meeting today is expected to see Taoiseach Brian Cowen announce major changes among his Minister of State ranks. Among those tipped for promotion to junior positions are Limerick TD Peter Power, who chaired an Oireachtas committee on child sex abuse.
A Cabinet meeting today is expected to see Taoiseach Brian Cowen announce major changes among his Minister of State ranks. Among those tipped for promotion to junior positions are Limerick TD Peter Power, who chaired an Oireachtas committee on child sex abuse.
Retailer Cuts And Runs As Customers Sofa Loss
Habitat customers could be sitting on the floor after their sofa orders were left in limbo by the state-wide closures of the furniture franchise.
Habitat customers could be sitting on the floor after their sofa orders were left in limbo by the state-wide closures of the furniture franchise.
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