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Irish News for October 2008 : Page 4
Irish News, Oct 16, 2008
Travelodge To Build Its 'Largest' Hotel In Dublin
Hotel chain Travelodge has expressed confidence in the Irish economy by unveiling plans to build it biggest ever hotel in Dublin city centre. Planning permission is currently been sought to build t...
Travelodge To Build Its 'Largest' Hotel In Dublin
Hotel chain Travelodge has expressed confidence in the Irish economy by unveiling plans to build it biggest ever hotel in Dublin city centre. Planning permission is currently been sought to build t...
Irish News, Oct 16, 2008
Annan Addresses Dublin Over Hunger And Poverty
The Former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan has warned the global financial meltdown cannot halt action on hunger and poverty in the developing world. Speaking in Dublin at a major international conf...
Annan Addresses Dublin Over Hunger And Poverty
The Former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan has warned the global financial meltdown cannot halt action on hunger and poverty in the developing world. Speaking in Dublin at a major international conf...
Irish News, Oct 16, 2008
NI Minister Gets Rail On Link To North
There's been a call for the revival of a long abandoned cross-border rail link in Ireland's northwest region. The North's Minister for Regional Development, Conor Murphy, has lent his support to a ra...
NI Minister Gets Rail On Link To North
There's been a call for the revival of a long abandoned cross-border rail link in Ireland's northwest region. The North's Minister for Regional Development, Conor Murphy, has lent his support to a ra...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
McAleese Volunteers 10% Pay Cut
The Irish President has announced she is to relent 10% of her salary in solidarity with yesterday’' announcement that her Government Ministers would take a reduction. In a short statement from the pr...
McAleese Volunteers 10% Pay Cut
The Irish President has announced she is to relent 10% of her salary in solidarity with yesterday’' announcement that her Government Ministers would take a reduction. In a short statement from the pr...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Inquest Hears Lightning Killed Teenage Boy
An inquest has heard how a 14-year-old boy was killed by a bolt of lightning while crossing a green near his home in Dublin. Patrick 'Paddy' Ryan, 14, of Kilclare Crescent, Tallaght, was walking acro...
Inquest Hears Lightning Killed Teenage Boy
An inquest has heard how a 14-year-old boy was killed by a bolt of lightning while crossing a green near his home in Dublin. Patrick 'Paddy' Ryan, 14, of Kilclare Crescent, Tallaght, was walking acro...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Religious Group Slams Budget
A leading religious pressure group has hit out at the Budget claiming "the Government has failed to protect the vulnerable". The Conference of Religious of Ireland (CORI) published their scathing ana...
Religious Group Slams Budget
A leading religious pressure group has hit out at the Budget claiming "the Government has failed to protect the vulnerable". The Conference of Religious of Ireland (CORI) published their scathing ana...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Ennis Hospital Turns Away Visitors Over Bug
The Ennis General Hospital in Co Clare has banned visitors due to an outbreak of the winter vomiting bug. The hospital has confirmed a total of five cases of the illness and a ban has been placed on ...
Ennis Hospital Turns Away Visitors Over Bug
The Ennis General Hospital in Co Clare has banned visitors due to an outbreak of the winter vomiting bug. The hospital has confirmed a total of five cases of the illness and a ban has been placed on ...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Disposable Income Cuts Threatens 'Depression'
The Opposition has said Tuesday's Budget has put the current recession at risk of becoming a "depression" after it slashed disposable income across the board. The Finance Minister, Brian Lenihan, ann...
Disposable Income Cuts Threatens 'Depression'
The Opposition has said Tuesday's Budget has put the current recession at risk of becoming a "depression" after it slashed disposable income across the board. The Finance Minister, Brian Lenihan, ann...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Prisoners Throw Chamber Pot Contents At Governor
Inmates at Portlaoise Prison are under investigation after throwing the contents of their chamber pots at the gaol's governor and various prison officers in a rather direct form of protest. An invest...
Prisoners Throw Chamber Pot Contents At Governor
Inmates at Portlaoise Prison are under investigation after throwing the contents of their chamber pots at the gaol's governor and various prison officers in a rather direct form of protest. An invest...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Government Target Top Banker Bonuses
Ireland's banking elite could have a - relatively - lean Christmas ahead as details emerge of plans to limit their previously lavish bonus scheme. Bank bosses across Europe and even the US are facing...
Government Target Top Banker Bonuses
Ireland's banking elite could have a - relatively - lean Christmas ahead as details emerge of plans to limit their previously lavish bonus scheme. Bank bosses across Europe and even the US are facing...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
More Pain Than Gain, As Smokers Hit Hard
The 2009 Budget has seen an expected increase in taxation on cigarettes. However, while Finance Minister Lenihan was widely expected to hit tobacco products hardest, his Budget speech stopped short o...
More Pain Than Gain, As Smokers Hit Hard
The 2009 Budget has seen an expected increase in taxation on cigarettes. However, while Finance Minister Lenihan was widely expected to hit tobacco products hardest, his Budget speech stopped short o...
Irish News, Oct 15, 2008
Border Budget Bonanza
The North is set to reap benefits with an expected Budget bonanza for border businesses. NI traders are getting ready for a run on cigarettes (up 50 cents a packet) and wine (also up 50 cents) as wel...
Border Budget Bonanza
The North is set to reap benefits with an expected Budget bonanza for border businesses. NI traders are getting ready for a run on cigarettes (up 50 cents a packet) and wine (also up 50 cents) as wel...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Family Of Lost Pensioner Fly Out To Italy
The family of the Irish pensioner who has been missing since the weekend have flown out to assist in the search for the Limerick woman. Mairead Geary, 82, from the South Circular Road area of the cit...
Family Of Lost Pensioner Fly Out To Italy
The family of the Irish pensioner who has been missing since the weekend have flown out to assist in the search for the Limerick woman. Mairead Geary, 82, from the South Circular Road area of the cit...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Opposition Urge Increase In Pensions And Dole In Budget
Fine Gael have urged the Government to "protect the vulnerable" in the coming Budget today, with recommendations for pensioners and the out-of-work. The Fine Gael Social & Family Affairs Spokesperson...
Opposition Urge Increase In Pensions And Dole In Budget
Fine Gael have urged the Government to "protect the vulnerable" in the coming Budget today, with recommendations for pensioners and the out-of-work. The Fine Gael Social & Family Affairs Spokesperson...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Man Who Murdered Brother Sentenced
A man who murdered his brother following a drunken argument has been sentenced to four and a half years by a Dublin Court. Derek McGrath, 37, of Fortlawn Park, Mountview, Blanchardstown, pleaded guil...
Man Who Murdered Brother Sentenced
A man who murdered his brother following a drunken argument has been sentenced to four and a half years by a Dublin Court. Derek McGrath, 37, of Fortlawn Park, Mountview, Blanchardstown, pleaded guil...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Ryanair Calls on EU to Reduce Regulatory Burden
Budget airline, Ryanair, has called on the European Commission to reduce the regulatory burden and associated costs on airlines. Airline Chief Executive Officer Michael O'Leary has also called on the...
Ryanair Calls on EU to Reduce Regulatory Burden
Budget airline, Ryanair, has called on the European Commission to reduce the regulatory burden and associated costs on airlines. Airline Chief Executive Officer Michael O'Leary has also called on the...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Death Of Cork Man "Suspicious"
Following the discovery of a body in Co Cork, Gardaí have launched an investigation into the death which they believe is "suspicious". Officers in Anglesea Street in Cork are investigating the discov...
Death Of Cork Man "Suspicious"
Following the discovery of a body in Co Cork, Gardaí have launched an investigation into the death which they believe is "suspicious". Officers in Anglesea Street in Cork are investigating the discov...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Shot Dog Dies
A Derry man's puppy dog which was shot during an attempt on its owner's life weeks ago has now died. While the man - who was initially taken to Letterkenny General Hospital and treated for wounds bef...
Shot Dog Dies
A Derry man's puppy dog which was shot during an attempt on its owner's life weeks ago has now died. While the man - who was initially taken to Letterkenny General Hospital and treated for wounds bef...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Nation Braced For Brian's Brutal Budget
Brian Lenihan's much feared budget will be revealed today, as the nation clutches its collective purse strings in preparation for the worst. Mr Lenihan, the Minister for Finance is expected to delive...
Nation Braced For Brian's Brutal Budget
Brian Lenihan's much feared budget will be revealed today, as the nation clutches its collective purse strings in preparation for the worst. Mr Lenihan, the Minister for Finance is expected to delive...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Drogheda A&E Turns Patients Away
A Drogheda Hospital is reportedly turning away patients due to overcrowding. The Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed that management at the Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital had taken the decisi...
Drogheda A&E Turns Patients Away
A Drogheda Hospital is reportedly turning away patients due to overcrowding. The Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed that management at the Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital had taken the decisi...
Irish News, Oct 14, 2008
Report Finds Felled Chopper Hit Lamppost
A preliminary report into the cause of the Co Meath helicopter crash last month has found the helicopter had hit a lamppost during an attempt to land. The a Sikorsky helicopter crashed and burst into...
Report Finds Felled Chopper Hit Lamppost
A preliminary report into the cause of the Co Meath helicopter crash last month has found the helicopter had hit a lamppost during an attempt to land. The a Sikorsky helicopter crashed and burst into...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
Man Injured Following Weekend Gun Attacks
A man is recovering in hospital after a drive-by style shooting in Limerick on Sunday night. The 20-year-old man, who is believed to be from the Garryowen area, was found injured on South Claghaun Ro...
Man Injured Following Weekend Gun Attacks
A man is recovering in hospital after a drive-by style shooting in Limerick on Sunday night. The 20-year-old man, who is believed to be from the Garryowen area, was found injured on South Claghaun Ro...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
Cowen Hints At Tough Budget
Taoiseach Brian Cowen has signaled the forthcoming Budget will be the toughest for a generation, while speaking at a commemoration event in Co Kildare. During the speech, which was centered on the pl...
Cowen Hints At Tough Budget
Taoiseach Brian Cowen has signaled the forthcoming Budget will be the toughest for a generation, while speaking at a commemoration event in Co Kildare. During the speech, which was centered on the pl...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
EC Approves Bank Bail-Out
The European Commission has approved Ireland's controversial bank guarantee plan, Prime Minister Brian Cowen said on Sunday. "Modifications agreed with the Commission do not alter the basic parameter...
EC Approves Bank Bail-Out
The European Commission has approved Ireland's controversial bank guarantee plan, Prime Minister Brian Cowen said on Sunday. "Modifications agreed with the Commission do not alter the basic parameter...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
Man Dies In Submerged 4X4
The body of a young man has been recovered from the sea after the vehicle he was travelling in plunged off a pier in Co Donegal. A lorry driver who saw the vehicle drive into the water at around 1.40...
Man Dies In Submerged 4X4
The body of a young man has been recovered from the sea after the vehicle he was travelling in plunged off a pier in Co Donegal. A lorry driver who saw the vehicle drive into the water at around 1.40...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
EBS Puts Stop On Tracker Mortgages
The EBS Building Society has announced it will no longer be offering tracker mortgages for new mortgage applicants. Existing customers with tracker mortgages will not be affected. Similarly, custome...
EBS Puts Stop On Tracker Mortgages
The EBS Building Society has announced it will no longer be offering tracker mortgages for new mortgage applicants. Existing customers with tracker mortgages will not be affected. Similarly, custome...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
Guilty Plea From Accused In €800,000 Fraud
A man involved in an €800,000 fraud case has pleaded guilty to accusations he used front companies and false identities to scam companies such as Coca-Cola and Unilever. David Neill, 48, of Merton Wa...
Guilty Plea From Accused In €800,000 Fraud
A man involved in an €800,000 fraud case has pleaded guilty to accusations he used front companies and false identities to scam companies such as Coca-Cola and Unilever. David Neill, 48, of Merton Wa...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
Romanian Man Hospitalised After Assault
A Romanian man is in a serious condition in hospital following an assault in Dublin. Gardai at Pearse Street are investigating the attack, which occurred at the junction of Hawkins Street and Poolbeg...
Romanian Man Hospitalised After Assault
A Romanian man is in a serious condition in hospital following an assault in Dublin. Gardai at Pearse Street are investigating the attack, which occurred at the junction of Hawkins Street and Poolbeg...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
81% Say Garda Are Satisfactory
A new survey released by Garda has shown that 81% of those surveyed are satisfied with the work of the force. The figures have been released as part of the 2008 Garda Public Attitudes Survey, which ...
81% Say Garda Are Satisfactory
A new survey released by Garda has shown that 81% of those surveyed are satisfied with the work of the force. The figures have been released as part of the 2008 Garda Public Attitudes Survey, which ...
Irish News, Oct 13, 2008
GAA Park Conversion Faces 1,000 Complaints
A €350 million plan to convert a GAA park into a shopping centre has come under fire. Concerned residents have now made their voices heard with almost 1,000 submissions of dissent. The 10-acre Cusac...
GAA Park Conversion Faces 1,000 Complaints
A €350 million plan to convert a GAA park into a shopping centre has come under fire. Concerned residents have now made their voices heard with almost 1,000 submissions of dissent. The 10-acre Cusac...
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Ireland WeatherToday:Very windy with persistent and occasionally heavy rain at first, becoming drier with the wind easing towards midday. Mainly dry with bright spells increasing during the afternoon. Milder than of late. Maximum temperature 14 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with clear spells, mainly dry evening becoming windy with rain at times from late evening. Turning drier with clear spells towards morning. Milder than of late. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
