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Harris stands by Fine Gael Senator John McGahon found civilly liable for assault

Harris stands by Fine Gael Senator John McGahon found civilly liable for assault

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

McGahon was found not guilty of assault in a criminal trial of the case, but a High Court jury found him 65 per cent civilly liable.
Fine Gael scraps plans to increase paid sick leave

Fine Gael scraps plans to increase paid sick leave

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

It marks a U-turn in the party’s policy pledges.
Crucial constituencies: Cork South-Central profile – Candidates and issues

Crucial constituencies: Cork South-Central profile – Candidates and issues

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Here is everything you need to know about Cork South Central before heading to the polls on November 29th.
PBP TD says Simon Harris is more right-wing than Leo Varadkar

PBP TD says Simon Harris is more right-wing than Leo Varadkar

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

In the People Before Profit manifesto, they said they would legalise cannabis and promote not-for-profit cannabis clubs.
DPP directs no prosecution over young boy who drowned in swimming pool accident

Galway grandmother in fatal road crash was just 50 metres from her home

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Peggy Casserly (75) was struck by a car on the N59 at Dangan on the outskirts of Galway city on December 19th, 2022.
Irish Porsche customers to be contacted over warning wheels could fall off

Irish Porsche customers to be contacted over warning wheels could fall off

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Around a thousand drivers in the UK have been sent warning letters or emails. Photo: Getty Images
Plans for €336k Leinster House bike shed hit the rocks after public fury

Plans for €336k Leinster House bike shed hit the rocks after public fury

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

In July, officials at Leinster House also asked for more bike spaces for the complex saying that demand for existing stands was very high.
Fianna Fáil TD says housing is going in the right direction

Fianna Fáil TD says housing is going in the right direction

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

The latest homeless figures show there is over 14,000 people in emergency accommodation, with over 4,000 of them children.
'Ireland has Proud Boys': Expert warns no country immune to far-right emboldened by Trump election

'Ireland has Proud Boys': Expert warns no country immune to far-right emboldened by Trump election

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

The group has documented a "significant and disturbing response" from extremist groups following Donald Trump's US election win
Gerry Hutch tells immigrants to 'bring your toolbox and bring your skills'

Gerry Hutch tells immigrants to 'bring your toolbox and bring your skills'

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

In an interview with the Sunday Independent, Hutch asserted that Ireland has always needed immigration, but that those coming into the country must be willing to work.
Funeral of comedian Jon Kenny to take place on Tuesday

Funeral of comedian Jon Kenny to take place on Tuesday

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Hundreds of tributes were paid to the popular 66-year-old following news of his death.
Man (20s) arrested after Revenue officers seize €200k of suspected LSD at Dublin Airport

Man (20s) arrested after Revenue officers seize €200k of suspected LSD at Dublin Airport

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

The man will appear before the Criminal Courts of Justice on Monday morning.
Man (40s) dies in hospital following Co Offaly crash

Man (40s) dies in hospital following Co Offaly crash

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Gardaí said the local Coroner has been notified, and a post-mortem examination will be arranged.
Man (20s) seriously injured in Co Kerry crash as gardaí appeal for witnesses

Man (20s) seriously injured in Co Kerry crash as gardaí appeal for witnesses

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

The scene of the collision remains preserved for examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators (FCI)
What the papers say: Sunday's front pages

What the papers say: Sunday's front pages

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Here are the biggest stories leading Sunday’s front pages.
Fine Gael say no invitation for debate received after Sinn Féin accusation

Fine Gael say no invitation for debate received after Sinn Féin accusation

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald accused Simon Harris of refusing to take part in a ‘proposed’ debate.
President leads tributes to comedian and actor Jon Kenny

President leads tributes to comedian and actor Jon Kenny

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Mr Kenny died on Friday in Galway Clinic, his wife Margie Kenny said on Saturday.
Family of missing William Maughan make fresh appeal for information

Family of missing William Maughan make fresh appeal for information

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Helen and Joe Maughan visited the site of the search taking place in north Co Dublin on Saturday.
Couple accused of money laundering €21m using money mules and cryptocurrency

Couple accused of money laundering €21m using money mules and cryptocurrency

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Jixu Wang, 35, and his 34-year-old wife, Ye Wang, have been denied bail.
Man appears in court charged with murder of man in Limerick in 2007

Man appears in court charged with murder of man in Limerick in 2007

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

The charge sheet in the case states that Mr Quinlivan did allegedly murder Mr Campion at the junction of the High Road and the L1066, Thomondgate, Limerick, on April 26th, 2007.

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