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Irish News, Jun 5, 2008
Former Bus Driver Admits Bus Caused Death Of Pensioner
A man accused of a destructive rampage in a bus, has admitted the vehicle's eventual crash led to the death of a pensioner. Former bus driver, Peter Clarke, 38, is alleged to have taken the bus witho...
Former Bus Driver Admits Bus Caused Death Of Pensioner
A man accused of a destructive rampage in a bus, has admitted the vehicle's eventual crash led to the death of a pensioner. Former bus driver, Peter Clarke, 38, is alleged to have taken the bus witho...
Irish News, Jun 5, 2008
Irish Fishermen To Protest Over Fuel Costs
Fishermen are set to stage a demonstration outside the Dáil in Dublin to protest against the ever increasing fuel prices. Fishing organisations from ports around the country are also planning to tie ...
Irish Fishermen To Protest Over Fuel Costs
Fishermen are set to stage a demonstration outside the Dáil in Dublin to protest against the ever increasing fuel prices. Fishing organisations from ports around the country are also planning to tie ...
Irish News, Jun 5, 2008
McAleese To Back Warrington Peace Foundation
A centre for peace in England - built with local, national and international support as a living legacy and memorial to two young IRA bomb victims, is to get a fillip from the Irish President, Mary Mc...
McAleese To Back Warrington Peace Foundation
A centre for peace in England - built with local, national and international support as a living legacy and memorial to two young IRA bomb victims, is to get a fillip from the Irish President, Mary Mc...
Irish News, Jun 5, 2008
Irish Consumers 'Have Not Seen Benefit Of Euro Rise Against Sterling'
The Tánaiste met with senior representatives of a top retailing association last night to discuss ways of getting better value for Irish customers. The delegation from Retail Ireland - the representa...
Irish Consumers 'Have Not Seen Benefit Of Euro Rise Against Sterling'
The Tánaiste met with senior representatives of a top retailing association last night to discuss ways of getting better value for Irish customers. The delegation from Retail Ireland - the representa...
Irish News, Jun 5, 2008
Carers Allowance Increases By €200
The Respite Care Grant is increasing from €1,500 to €1,700 a year from today, Social Affairs Minister Mary Hanafin announced. Over 48,000 carers will receive benefit from the funding. The grant is a...
Carers Allowance Increases By €200
The Respite Care Grant is increasing from €1,500 to €1,700 a year from today, Social Affairs Minister Mary Hanafin announced. Over 48,000 carers will receive benefit from the funding. The grant is a...
Irish News, Jun 5, 2008
Third Farm Organisation Advises Yes Vote
A third leading farmers' union has given its backing to the Lisbon treaty 'Yes' campaign, following in the footsteps of two other major unions. The move is a further boost for supporters of the Lisbo...
Third Farm Organisation Advises Yes Vote
A third leading farmers' union has given its backing to the Lisbon treaty 'Yes' campaign, following in the footsteps of two other major unions. The move is a further boost for supporters of the Lisbo...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Friend's Killer Sentenced
The violent death of a Ringsend teenager was recalled today as the 20-year-old Dublin man who killed him was sentenced to eight years in prison. Mark Green of Trintonville Road in Sandymount was conv...
Friend's Killer Sentenced
The violent death of a Ringsend teenager was recalled today as the 20-year-old Dublin man who killed him was sentenced to eight years in prison. Mark Green of Trintonville Road in Sandymount was conv...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Don't 'Say No!' Urges Paisley
The newly elected DUP Leader and the Prime Minister have held crisis talks aimed at avoiding a political crisis in the North. Meanwhile, the current First Minister - the ex DUP leader - Ian Paisley h...
Don't 'Say No!' Urges Paisley
The newly elected DUP Leader and the Prime Minister have held crisis talks aimed at avoiding a political crisis in the North. Meanwhile, the current First Minister - the ex DUP leader - Ian Paisley h...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Dublin School Receives No Irish Born Applicants
Enrolments at a Dublin School have encapsulated the changes in population ongoing in Ireland today as it receives no applications from Irish born pupils. At present, half of the pupils at the north i...
Dublin School Receives No Irish Born Applicants
Enrolments at a Dublin School have encapsulated the changes in population ongoing in Ireland today as it receives no applications from Irish born pupils. At present, half of the pupils at the north i...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Former Bus Driver Accused Of 'Odyssey of Destruction'
A former bus driver is standing trial accused of a destructive rampage which led to the death of a pensioner. Peter Clarke, 38, is alleged to have taken the bus without the permission of his employer...
Former Bus Driver Accused Of 'Odyssey of Destruction'
A former bus driver is standing trial accused of a destructive rampage which led to the death of a pensioner. Peter Clarke, 38, is alleged to have taken the bus without the permission of his employer...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Fuel Inflation 'Will Leave Thousands Out In The Cold'
Limerick County Council's leader - the Cathaoirleach - has warned that low-income families and elderly people living alone could face severe hardships this winter unless the Government increases the f...
Fuel Inflation 'Will Leave Thousands Out In The Cold'
Limerick County Council's leader - the Cathaoirleach - has warned that low-income families and elderly people living alone could face severe hardships this winter unless the Government increases the f...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Road Death Toll Reaches 12 In One Week
After three more deaths on Ireland's roads, the death toll now stands at a morbid 12 for this week alone. An elderly woman died on Tuesday when her car was in collision with a truck outside Sligo. Li...
Road Death Toll Reaches 12 In One Week
After three more deaths on Ireland's roads, the death toll now stands at a morbid 12 for this week alone. An elderly woman died on Tuesday when her car was in collision with a truck outside Sligo. Li...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Ahern Could Walk Out Of Tribunal
Sources have revealed Bertie Ahern may walk out of the Mahon tribunal if the intense questioning about his personal finances continues. The former Taoiseach is facing intense pressure at the tribuna...
Ahern Could Walk Out Of Tribunal
Sources have revealed Bertie Ahern may walk out of the Mahon tribunal if the intense questioning about his personal finances continues. The former Taoiseach is facing intense pressure at the tribuna...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Ryanair Fares To Stay Low Despite Soaring Fuel Costs
Ryanair is planning to ground up to 10% of his fleet this winter in a move to counter crippling airport charges. While the Irish budget airline saw full year after-tax net profits rise by 10% - other...
Ryanair Fares To Stay Low Despite Soaring Fuel Costs
Ryanair is planning to ground up to 10% of his fleet this winter in a move to counter crippling airport charges. While the Irish budget airline saw full year after-tax net profits rise by 10% - other...
Irish News, Jun 4, 2008
Student Seeks Asylum
A Togolese teenager who is currently living in Sligo is to challenge a decision made last week by the Refugee Appeals Tribunal to reject his application for asylum. The student, 19-year-old Thomas At...
Student Seeks Asylum
A Togolese teenager who is currently living in Sligo is to challenge a decision made last week by the Refugee Appeals Tribunal to reject his application for asylum. The student, 19-year-old Thomas At...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
Cowen Convinces Farmers Of Yes Vote
Threats of a No vote recommendation by the Irish Farmer’s Association are expected to diminish following assurances of protection by the Government. The leadership of the Irish Farmer's Association i...
Cowen Convinces Farmers Of Yes Vote
Threats of a No vote recommendation by the Irish Farmer’s Association are expected to diminish following assurances of protection by the Government. The leadership of the Irish Farmer's Association i...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
Anticipation For Explanation At Tribunal From Ahern
Anticipation is mounting over the former Taoiseach's explanation regarding alleged large sterling payments lodged into his account. Bertie Ahern will be reappearing at the Mahon Tribunal over the com...
Anticipation For Explanation At Tribunal From Ahern
Anticipation is mounting over the former Taoiseach's explanation regarding alleged large sterling payments lodged into his account. Bertie Ahern will be reappearing at the Mahon Tribunal over the com...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
Minister Looks To Geothermal Power
The government's energy minister has launched a public consultation process on options for the development of geothermal energy in Ireland. Mr Ryan is invited interested parties to submit their views...
Minister Looks To Geothermal Power
The government's energy minister has launched a public consultation process on options for the development of geothermal energy in Ireland. Mr Ryan is invited interested parties to submit their views...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
€4.3 Million Airstrip For Island Of 200
Inishbofin island is to get air links for the first time, 20 years after it was first proposed. The airstrip is to be built near Clifden, Co Galway ensuring flights in and out of the island, home to ...
€4.3 Million Airstrip For Island Of 200
Inishbofin island is to get air links for the first time, 20 years after it was first proposed. The airstrip is to be built near Clifden, Co Galway ensuring flights in and out of the island, home to ...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
Irish food prices rising faster than EU average
A study by the European statistics agency has reportedly shown annual food price rises in Ireland have shot up way above inflation. Reports this morning say the Eurostat figures show Irish food price...
Irish food prices rising faster than EU average
A study by the European statistics agency has reportedly shown annual food price rises in Ireland have shot up way above inflation. Reports this morning say the Eurostat figures show Irish food price...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
EU To Rule On Irish Deportation Of Non-EU Spouses
The EU high court is to hear a landmark case on whether non-EU spouses of European citizens in Ireland can be legally deported. The hearing involves four cases of non-Irish European citizens living ...
EU To Rule On Irish Deportation Of Non-EU Spouses
The EU high court is to hear a landmark case on whether non-EU spouses of European citizens in Ireland can be legally deported. The hearing involves four cases of non-Irish European citizens living ...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
Over 65,000 Builders Unemployed By Next Year
A report by the national employment authority has said over one quarter of builders will be out of work by the end of next year. The report is said to suggest that the massive job losses in the coun...
Over 65,000 Builders Unemployed By Next Year
A report by the national employment authority has said over one quarter of builders will be out of work by the end of next year. The report is said to suggest that the massive job losses in the coun...
Irish News, Jun 3, 2008
Irish Students Invade American Politics
An Irish law student has been selected to work for US Presidential front-runner, Barack Obama over the next two months. Peter Mannion from Tuam, a second year corporate law student at NUI Galway, wi...
Irish Students Invade American Politics
An Irish law student has been selected to work for US Presidential front-runner, Barack Obama over the next two months. Peter Mannion from Tuam, a second year corporate law student at NUI Galway, wi...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
Priest Tells Congregation To Vote 'No'
A catholic priest has told his congregation to vote 'No' in the Lisbon treaty referendum accusing Europe of being "godless". In a controversial letter to his parish members on Sunday, Father Des Swee...
Priest Tells Congregation To Vote 'No'
A catholic priest has told his congregation to vote 'No' in the Lisbon treaty referendum accusing Europe of being "godless". In a controversial letter to his parish members on Sunday, Father Des Swee...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
Knife Crackdown Sees Ban On Swords
Government plans to curtail the level of knife crime have been revealed, and include a ban on the sale of swords. Gardaí have invited tenders from the private sector to develop a "focused and targete...
Knife Crackdown Sees Ban On Swords
Government plans to curtail the level of knife crime have been revealed, and include a ban on the sale of swords. Gardaí have invited tenders from the private sector to develop a "focused and targete...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
Fine Gael Call For Reduction Of VAT
Opposition party, Fine Gael, has proposed a 1% reduction in VAT saying it would get the economy "back on track". The party's spokesman on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Simon Coveney T...
Fine Gael Call For Reduction Of VAT
Opposition party, Fine Gael, has proposed a 1% reduction in VAT saying it would get the economy "back on track". The party's spokesman on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Simon Coveney T...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
Women Take To Dublin's Streets For Mini Marathon
Over 40,000 women will hit the streets of Dublin on Monday for annual mini marathon. The events participants hope to raise millions of euro for 400 different charities, with women taking part in the ...
Women Take To Dublin's Streets For Mini Marathon
Over 40,000 women will hit the streets of Dublin on Monday for annual mini marathon. The events participants hope to raise millions of euro for 400 different charities, with women taking part in the ...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
Donegal Divers Diverted
Four divers have been rescued after being 'diverted' - having been carried five miles from their boat by strong currents off the Co. Donegal coast The divers got into difficulties near Malin Head off...
Donegal Divers Diverted
Four divers have been rescued after being 'diverted' - having been carried five miles from their boat by strong currents off the Co. Donegal coast The divers got into difficulties near Malin Head off...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
Muslim Girls Told Not To Wear Hijab At Irish Schools
Two opposition parties have said Muslim girls should not be permitted to wear a headscarf when attending public schools. Labour's education spokesman Ruairi Quinn said immigrants living in Ireland ne...
Muslim Girls Told Not To Wear Hijab At Irish Schools
Two opposition parties have said Muslim girls should not be permitted to wear a headscarf when attending public schools. Labour's education spokesman Ruairi Quinn said immigrants living in Ireland ne...
Irish News, Jun 2, 2008
SIPTU Achieves Breakthrough Over Dispute
Union officials representing aircraft handlers say they are close to finding resolution over a major ongoing dispute. SIPTU - representing the aircraft workers - believes it has identified a mechanis...
SIPTU Achieves Breakthrough Over Dispute
Union officials representing aircraft handlers say they are close to finding resolution over a major ongoing dispute. SIPTU - representing the aircraft workers - believes it has identified a mechanis...
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Ireland WeatherToday:It will be a dry day with some lengthy spells of sunshine. Another very mild, locally warm day, and winds will remain light, mainly easterly. Maximum temperature 16 °C.Tonight:It will be a mainly dry night with clear periods at first, then becoming cloudy. Light rain may affect North Coast by morning. Freshening northeast winds. Minimum temperature 5 °C.
