Fr. Michael Sinnott, kidnapped just over 4 weeks ago in the Philippines, has been released just over 1 hour ago.
He was handed over to Government officials and is now at a medical centre for check-ups. He underwent a quadruple bypass in 2005 and had no medication with him...
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The 24/7 Frontline Alliance – a cross union grouping of the frontline workers ( Garda, Firemen, Prison Officers, Ambulance workers, Nurses – held a Rally today outside Leinster House in Dublin to voice...
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Father Sinnott, a Colombian priest based in Pagadian in the Philippines, was abducted and held for ransom exactly 4 weeks ago today. Father Sinnott was born in Co. Wexford in Ireland and is 79 years old. He underwent quadruple bypass surgery in 2005 and...
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Remember Laurel & Hardy ( if you are old enough). Catchphrase - That's another fine mess you got me into !
Well it was re-enacted today in Dublin's Dawson St.; three would-be criminals, armed with a shotgun, entered a jewellers shop to rob it. The...
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Following success of the trial of a dedicated dog area in Marlay Park in Dublin, Ireland the City Councils are planning to build a number of play areas in other parks, subject to budgetary analysis.
Dog areas...
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The three childrens’ hospitals in Dublin today announced new precautionary measures in relation to visiting patients in their hospitals.
Due to the number of in-patient cases suffering from H1N1 Swine Flu Virus they have restricted visiting to parents and/or guardians...
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As the school mid-term break nears an end and the weather normally become less reliable for water activities, we see one of the final training days in the waters off Dun Laoire in Dublin Bay. Today it is a...
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New Drink Driving legislation has been circulated in Ireland and will lead to an amendment to the current laws. It will bring Ireland into line with other EU countries.
Current legislation sets a blood alcohol...
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It was a dreary and damp morning in Dublin port as HMS Richmond (F239) – a type 23 frigate – owned and operated by the Royal Navy paid a courtesy visit to Ireland, today 30th Oct 2009.
The type 23...
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Today over 12,500 runners took to the streets of Dublin to finish a gruelling race of fitness, stamina and character. This was a big occasion as Dublin celebrated the 30th anniversary of the first Dublin...
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