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Irish News on Thu, Nov 21 2019, 1,827 days ago
Garda In Athlone Investigating Threats To Kill
An investigation has been launched following a number of threats to kill and cause serious harm to persons made on social media over the past few days.
An investigation has been launched following a number of threats to kill and cause serious harm to persons made on social media over the past few days.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 21 2018, 2,192 days ago
Traffic Chaos Highlights Urgent Need For Operation Freeflow
Dublin traffic chaos has again highlighted the urgent need for the reinstatement of Operation Freeflow, Labour Transport spokesperson, Senator Kevin Humphreys has said.
Dublin traffic chaos has again highlighted the urgent need for the reinstatement of Operation Freeflow, Labour Transport spokesperson, Senator Kevin Humphreys has said.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 21 2016, 2,922 days ago
Latest Figures Reveal Dunnes Stores As Ireland's Biggest Grocery Retailer
Dunnes Stores is Ireland's largest grocery retailer, according to the latest supermarket share figures from Kantar Worldpanel. In the 12 weeks to 06 November 2016, the retailer increased its market share to 22.6% – up from 22.0% this time last year.
Dunnes Stores is Ireland's largest grocery retailer, according to the latest supermarket share figures from Kantar Worldpanel. In the 12 weeks to 06 November 2016, the retailer increased its market share to 22.6% – up from 22.0% this time last year.
Ministers To Meet With Red Cross President To Discuss Irish Partnership
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD, is due to meet with the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Peter Maurer.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD, is due to meet with the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Peter Maurer.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 21 2014, 3,653 days ago
Second Teen Arrested In Connection With Aggravated Burglary
Gardaí investigating an aggravated burglary in which a gang threatened to cut off a woman's fingers in front of her son, have arrested a 16-year-old male.
Gardaí investigating an aggravated burglary in which a gang threatened to cut off a woman's fingers in front of her son, have arrested a 16-year-old male.
Man Arrested For Threatening Contractors With 'Firearm'
Gardaí in Co Clare are investigating an incident in which a man allegedly pointed an air rifle at workers installing water meters in Clarecastle on Friday morning.
Gardaí in Co Clare are investigating an incident in which a man allegedly pointed an air rifle at workers installing water meters in Clarecastle on Friday morning.
Taoiseach Met By Protesters In Cork
Around 200 protesters greeted the Taoiseach Enda Kenny as he arrived at an event in Blackpool in Cork. The anti-water charge protesters, carrying placards, jeered and shouted at the Taoiseach had to be exited from his car, but gardaí said the protest remained peaceful.
Around 200 protesters greeted the Taoiseach Enda Kenny as he arrived at an event in Blackpool in Cork. The anti-water charge protesters, carrying placards, jeered and shouted at the Taoiseach had to be exited from his car, but gardaí said the protest remained peaceful.
US Moves To Protect Undocumented Immigrants
US President Barak Obama has introduced a series of measures to protect millions of undocumented immigrants from deportation. The news is expected to have a positive effect for the approximate 50,000 undocumented Irish immigrants living and working in the US.
US President Barak Obama has introduced a series of measures to protect millions of undocumented immigrants from deportation. The news is expected to have a positive effect for the approximate 50,000 undocumented Irish immigrants living and working in the US.
ISPCA Appeal For Information After Horse Found With Gunshot Wounds
The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA) has appealed for information after two horses were found with gun shot wounds on the Cork/Limerick border. It is understood a member of the public called the society after finding a horse lying dead on the side of a road.
The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA) has appealed for information after two horses were found with gun shot wounds on the Cork/Limerick border. It is understood a member of the public called the society after finding a horse lying dead on the side of a road.
120 New Jobs Announced In Cork
One hundred and twenty new jobs have been created by technology firm Xanadu in Cork. Taoiseach Enda Kenny visited the firm's headquarters in Blackpool to announce the jobs. The firm, established in 2011, provides technical support to its clients.
One hundred and twenty new jobs have been created by technology firm Xanadu in Cork. Taoiseach Enda Kenny visited the firm's headquarters in Blackpool to announce the jobs. The firm, established in 2011, provides technical support to its clients.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Crash In Dublin
Gardaí have reported the death of a 31-year-old woman in a single-vehicle road crash in Dublin. The accident happened at about 04:30 on Friday at the junction of Nangor Road and the Outer Ring Road in Clondalkin. It is understood the woman's car hit a lamp post.
Gardaí have reported the death of a 31-year-old woman in a single-vehicle road crash in Dublin. The accident happened at about 04:30 on Friday at the junction of Nangor Road and the Outer Ring Road in Clondalkin. It is understood the woman's car hit a lamp post.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 21 2013, 4,018 days ago
€32m Shortfall In Budget Needed For Gardaí Wages
A €32 million 'black hole' has been identified in the budget needed for garda wages and to pay compensation to survivors of the Magdalene laundries.
A €32 million 'black hole' has been identified in the budget needed for garda wages and to pay compensation to survivors of the Magdalene laundries.
Warning Issued About Faulty Safety Beacons
Fishermen have been warned about potentially defective emergency positional beacons. It is understood that 19 faults have been recorded for the Emergency Position Indication Radio Beacons (EPIRBs). The warning issued to fishermen includes six models manufactured between 2005 and 2010.
Fishermen have been warned about potentially defective emergency positional beacons. It is understood that 19 faults have been recorded for the Emergency Position Indication Radio Beacons (EPIRBs). The warning issued to fishermen includes six models manufactured between 2005 and 2010.
Survey Reveals 98% Felt DART 'Dangerously Overcrowded'
A survey of DART user, commissioned by Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has shown that 98% of respondents felt "dangerously overcrowded on the DART at some point".
A survey of DART user, commissioned by Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has shown that 98% of respondents felt "dangerously overcrowded on the DART at some point".
Almost 100 Jobs To Be Cut At Mater Private Healthcare
Almost 100 jobs are to be cut at the Mater Private Healthcare as part of ongoing cost-saving measures. The hospitals staff of 980 is to be reduced by about 10%, with management saying that approximately 95 redundancies.
Almost 100 jobs are to be cut at the Mater Private Healthcare as part of ongoing cost-saving measures. The hospitals staff of 980 is to be reduced by about 10%, with management saying that approximately 95 redundancies.
Men Arrested In Connection With Drug Seizure
Gardaí in Co Donegal have seized drugs with an estimated street value of €115,000. Two men have been arrested in connection with the seizure, which included methylone, found during the search of a house in Bundoran at around 09:15. A vehicle and mobile phones were also seized during the search.
Gardaí in Co Donegal have seized drugs with an estimated street value of €115,000. Two men have been arrested in connection with the seizure, which included methylone, found during the search of a house in Bundoran at around 09:15. A vehicle and mobile phones were also seized during the search.
Expert Group Make Number Of Speed Limit Recommendations
An examination of speed limits and how they are advertising, carried out by the Speed Limits Working Group, has concluded and made a number of recommendations.
An examination of speed limits and how they are advertising, carried out by the Speed Limits Working Group, has concluded and made a number of recommendations.
Govt Agree New 10 Year Lease For Tara Mines
A new ten year lease has been agreed for Tara Mines between the mines owners and the government, which will also see a substantial underground extension of the mine. It is hoped that the new lease will secure the jobs of some 650 people employed at the zinc and lead mines.
A new ten year lease has been agreed for Tara Mines between the mines owners and the government, which will also see a substantial underground extension of the mine. It is hoped that the new lease will secure the jobs of some 650 people employed at the zinc and lead mines.
Independent TD Moves On Termination Of Pregnancy Legislation
A motion to introduce a bill allowing the termination of pregnancy when the foetus is diagnosed "incompatible with life", has been brought forward by Independent TD Clare Daly.
A motion to introduce a bill allowing the termination of pregnancy when the foetus is diagnosed "incompatible with life", has been brought forward by Independent TD Clare Daly.
Seven Arrested In Connection With Armed Home Raid
Gardaí in Co Tipperary have arrested seven men in connection with armed raid on a family home. According to gardaí an armed gang broke into the Killenaule home of a businessman and his family at around 03:00 on Thursday morning.
Gardaí in Co Tipperary have arrested seven men in connection with armed raid on a family home. According to gardaí an armed gang broke into the Killenaule home of a businessman and his family at around 03:00 on Thursday morning.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 21 2012, 4,383 days ago
Unions Agree To Government Talks Over Cuts
An agreement to discuss government proposals for a new deal on cost savings has been reached by the public service trade unions. The meeting with government officials is to take place next Wednesday.
An agreement to discuss government proposals for a new deal on cost savings has been reached by the public service trade unions. The meeting with government officials is to take place next Wednesday.
Taoiseach Appeals To Praveen Halappanaver To Meet Inquiry Chairman
The Taoiseach has appealed to the Praveen Halappanaver, husband of Savita Halappanavar, to meet the chairman of the team investigating her death.
The Taoiseach has appealed to the Praveen Halappanaver, husband of Savita Halappanavar, to meet the chairman of the team investigating her death.
Two Investigations Underway Following Death Of Worker
Two investigations have been launched following the death of a man at the ESB Lough Ree power station in Co Longford. It is believed the man, in his late 50s, became trapped in machinery shortly before 1am.
Two investigations have been launched following the death of a man at the ESB Lough Ree power station in Co Longford. It is believed the man, in his late 50s, became trapped in machinery shortly before 1am.
Over 100 Arrests Made In Organised Crime Sweep
113 people have been arrested as part of an operation targeting organised crime. Gardaí carried out some 236 planned searches across the country in relation to the investigation. Around 4,200 cannabis plants with an estimated street value of €3.
113 people have been arrested as part of an operation targeting organised crime. Gardaí carried out some 236 planned searches across the country in relation to the investigation. Around 4,200 cannabis plants with an estimated street value of €3.
Indecent Assault Trial Of Nun Hears From Alleged Victims
In the ongoing trial of Sr Mary Theresa Grogan a now 45-year-old mother of two has spoken of her horror when she was trapped inside a school library with a the nun accused of indecent assault.
In the ongoing trial of Sr Mary Theresa Grogan a now 45-year-old mother of two has spoken of her horror when she was trapped inside a school library with a the nun accused of indecent assault.
Deception Judge Could Face Up To 5-Years In Jail
Following the Judge Brian Curtin controversy, the first judge in the history of the State convicted of a serious crime faces the threat of impeachment under new laws.
Following the Judge Brian Curtin controversy, the first judge in the history of the State convicted of a serious crime faces the threat of impeachment under new laws.
Internet Cafe Owner On Trial For Kicking Customer To Death
An internet cafe owner kicked a customer to death in a row over 70c, a murder trial has heard. 36-year-old Zhen Dong Zhao, a Chinese man with an address at Jervis Street in Dublin, has pleaded not guilty to murdering the 40-year-old on May 20, 2011.
An internet cafe owner kicked a customer to death in a row over 70c, a murder trial has heard. 36-year-old Zhen Dong Zhao, a Chinese man with an address at Jervis Street in Dublin, has pleaded not guilty to murdering the 40-year-old on May 20, 2011.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 21 2011, 4,749 days ago
Two Arrested Over Moorfield Murder
Two men have been arrested on Monday morning in connection with the murder of a man in Dublin last May. Gardaí investigating the murder of Dean Johnson on Moorfield Avenue last year said they had arrested two men this morning.
Two men have been arrested on Monday morning in connection with the murder of a man in Dublin last May. Gardaí investigating the murder of Dean Johnson on Moorfield Avenue last year said they had arrested two men this morning.
Limerick And Dublin Secure 100 Jobs Deal
Some 100 new jobs are being created in Dublin and Limerick, it was announced today. Dublin will see a total of 35 jobs created by the establishment of new research and development team by software development company Misys.
Some 100 new jobs are being created in Dublin and Limerick, it was announced today. Dublin will see a total of 35 jobs created by the establishment of new research and development team by software development company Misys.
Super Rich Exiles Give 'Two Fingered Salute'
A Labour spokesman has described the latest tax receipts from Ireland's super rich tax exiles as a 'two fingered' salute, as only ten non-residents pay it.
A Labour spokesman has described the latest tax receipts from Ireland's super rich tax exiles as a 'two fingered' salute, as only ten non-residents pay it.
House Prices Nearly Half That Of 2007 Levels
House prices have nearly halved in four years, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office. Figures from the CSO released on Monday show that residential property prices fell by 2.2% during October, 15.1% lower than in same period last year.
House prices have nearly halved in four years, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office. Figures from the CSO released on Monday show that residential property prices fell by 2.2% during October, 15.1% lower than in same period last year.
Derry Man Shot In 'Paramilitary-style Attack'
There has been another so-called paramilitary style shooting attack in Londonderry. A man is recovering in hospital after he was shot in both legs - apparently in the ankles - in a house in Creggan at about 6.30pm on Sunday. Aged 22, his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
There has been another so-called paramilitary style shooting attack in Londonderry. A man is recovering in hospital after he was shot in both legs - apparently in the ankles - in a house in Creggan at about 6.30pm on Sunday. Aged 22, his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
Minister Denies Child Benefit Cuts
The Minister for Finance has called the rumours about cuts to child benefit or to the main social welfare rates as just speculation.
The Minister for Finance has called the rumours about cuts to child benefit or to the main social welfare rates as just speculation.
West Belfast Double Rape 'Latest Incident'
Two men have raped a woman in her 40s in west Belfast. The attack - one of several shocking incidents across NI in recent days - happened in the Whiterock Road area at about 1am on Sunday.
Two men have raped a woman in her 40s in west Belfast. The attack - one of several shocking incidents across NI in recent days - happened in the Whiterock Road area at about 1am on Sunday.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 21 2008, 5,844 days ago
Fianna Fail Lobbyist In Court Over Corruption Charges
Former RTE broadcaster, lobbyist and Fianna Fáil election agent Frank Dunlop has appeared in a Dublin court on 16 charges relating to corruption.
Former RTE broadcaster, lobbyist and Fianna Fáil election agent Frank Dunlop has appeared in a Dublin court on 16 charges relating to corruption.
Bank Of Ireland Confirms Private Approaches
The Bank of Ireland has confirmed reports it has received approaches from a number of parties wishing to invest in the company. The announcement comes as the Government searches for a solution to the lack of liquidity in Ireland's banks.
The Bank of Ireland has confirmed reports it has received approaches from a number of parties wishing to invest in the company. The announcement comes as the Government searches for a solution to the lack of liquidity in Ireland's banks.
Gardaí Assist In Dismantling Skimming Network
Gardaí have been involved in an international operation to break up a criminal network involved in skimming ATM cards. A total of 15 were arrested in three countries on Wednesday with some of the offences believed to have been committed in Ireland.
Gardaí have been involved in an international operation to break up a criminal network involved in skimming ATM cards. A total of 15 were arrested in three countries on Wednesday with some of the offences believed to have been committed in Ireland.
Fuel Prices Hike Avoided
The expected huge price increases for gas and electricity expected in January are now unlikely to go ahead. Last month Bord Gáis had sought the energy regulator's permission to increase its prices by 4.2%, which would have added about €3 a month to the average household bill.
The expected huge price increases for gas and electricity expected in January are now unlikely to go ahead. Last month Bord Gáis had sought the energy regulator's permission to increase its prices by 4.2%, which would have added about €3 a month to the average household bill.
Gardaí Track 'Red-Handed' Robber
While the Irish police are becoming increasingly successful in dealing with robberies from cash-in-transit companies - one particular case that was brought to court this week wasn't too difficult to pursue - as the culprit was caught literally red-handed.
While the Irish police are becoming increasingly successful in dealing with robberies from cash-in-transit companies - one particular case that was brought to court this week wasn't too difficult to pursue - as the culprit was caught literally red-handed.
Save Jobs, Buy Irish This Christmas
Siptu, Ireland's largest union, has urged people to buy Irish products this Christmas. The National Executive Council of Siptu called on union members and their families to save Irish jobs by buying local products.
Siptu, Ireland's largest union, has urged people to buy Irish products this Christmas. The National Executive Council of Siptu called on union members and their families to save Irish jobs by buying local products.
Tax Hits Hard Following Finance Bill
Taxpayer pockets will feel a little lighter following the publication of the new tax policy, outlined in the Government's widely contested budget in October.
Taxpayer pockets will feel a little lighter following the publication of the new tax policy, outlined in the Government's widely contested budget in October.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 21 2007, 6,210 days ago
Thai Drowing Victim Was Dublin Nurse
The name of the young Irish woman who drowned on a Thai island on Tuesday has been released. She was Linda Crossan, a 28-year-old Dublin-based nurse. She was the only girl in a family of five children from Greaghdermotitt, Carrickmacross, County Monaghan.
The name of the young Irish woman who drowned on a Thai island on Tuesday has been released. She was Linda Crossan, a 28-year-old Dublin-based nurse. She was the only girl in a family of five children from Greaghdermotitt, Carrickmacross, County Monaghan.
Power-Cut Christmas Looms
Unions involved with a dispute with the ESB have said they cannot guarantee that there will not be power cuts over Christmas after workers backed strike action. Staff at the company last night voted nine to one in favour of industrial action over plans to split the company.
Unions involved with a dispute with the ESB have said they cannot guarantee that there will not be power cuts over Christmas after workers backed strike action. Staff at the company last night voted nine to one in favour of industrial action over plans to split the company.
Runaway-Ram Driver Jailed
A get-away tactic involving deliberately driving into a patrol car in a bid to stop pursuing Gardai has resulted in the car driver being jailed for three years.
A get-away tactic involving deliberately driving into a patrol car in a bid to stop pursuing Gardai has resulted in the car driver being jailed for three years.
Gangland-Style Murder: Man Held
Dublin police are continuing to question a man as part of their investigation into last month's double murder in the Walkinstown area of the city. The man was arrested along with a woman, but the woman was later released without charge.
Dublin police are continuing to question a man as part of their investigation into last month's double murder in the Walkinstown area of the city. The man was arrested along with a woman, but the woman was later released without charge.
Colombia Veteran Calls Off Book Interviews
A high profile republican who has joined the ever-lengthening list of those connected with the IRA to write a book on their experiences has – it seems – been gagged.
A high profile republican who has joined the ever-lengthening list of those connected with the IRA to write a book on their experiences has – it seems – been gagged.
Africian Mission For Army
Irish soldiers are going to to be serving in Africa soon. The first group of soldiers taking part in a UN peacekeeping mission in Chad are being deployed next month following Cabinet approval for the move.
Irish soldiers are going to to be serving in Africa soon. The first group of soldiers taking part in a UN peacekeeping mission in Chad are being deployed next month following Cabinet approval for the move.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Scattered sleet and snow showers will turn increasingly heavy and more frequent in the afternoon across the north. Largely dry with sunny spells in the south, but showers spreading here towards the end of the day. Maximum temperature 4 °C.Tonight:Frequent, often heavy showers of rain, sleet and snow will affect most parts this evening and overnight, but are likely to be most frequent across the northeast. Minimum temperature -1 °C.
