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Three men arrested and guns seized after shots fired in direction of gardaí in Donegal
Officers were called to Mill Road, Glenties following reports of shots fired by a man armed with a rifle.
'I don’t know how you’re even still alive' - The ex-Ireland international who lived a nightmare
Former player Caroline Thorpe on how football helped save her.
'Smoke was coming from the door': Customers without washing machines for two months after Whirlpool recall
The company has said it is trying to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and denied prioritising UK customers over Irish ones.
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The 9 at 9: Saturday
Here’s all the news you need to know this Saturday morning.
Garda appeal for witnesses after 11-year-old boy seriously injured in car crash
The incident happened at 5.30pm yesterday evening.
'You'd have to count the cost if we're gone': Postmasters plea for support as hundreds of offices at risk
Offering what they say is a vital service to communities, postmasters want the next government to introduce a Public Service Obligation payment.
Italian towns under lockdown as first European coronavirus death reported
Over 50,000 people have been asked to stay at home.
Teenager arrested following 54-hour standoff in Donegal
Gardaí were responding to a domestic incident at a home.
Mike Bloomberg's $400 million (and counting) bet on the presidency and his plan to target Trump
The former New York Mayor has been the talk of the Democratic campaign this week.
Friends, ferocious competitors, captains, family men - Sexton and Farrell
The Ireland and England leaders are remarkably similar personalities and players.
Micheál and Leo will sit down for chats next week, but who else is talking?
The talks continue…
It cost almost €70,000 to police the three winter tractor protests
Over half of that was spent on barriers to block tractors from gaining access to Kildare Street, where Leinster House is located.
Opinion: A vote for change in Ireland, a welcome vote for Palestinians
Palestinians are heartened by the stance of most Irish parties on the occupied territories, writes Mona Sabella.
Renua in talks with 'more than one' Independent TD about becoming leader of the party
The party said that it may also consider changing its name and branding as part of a wider review.
Yesterday’s News
US attorney general to appeal decision to grant Jason Corbett killers a re-trial
The 39 year-old was murdered in his US home in August 2015.
Elderly pedestrian killed after being struck by car in Cork
The collision happened on the R580 Kanturk to Buttevant Road this evening.
Ireland ranks high on education, but very poorly on climate action in progress index
Ireland ranked 10th out of 15 comparable countries on a UN Sustainable Progress Index.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to drop royal branding after ending official duties
The couple said on Wednesday that their lives as working royals will end on 31 March.
Spectacular views, fine dining and more: Treat yourself to a relaxing coastal escape
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Exhilarating Ireland U20s tear into England for bonus point win
Noel McNamara’s were in sublime form as they scored six tries in Northampton.
Drug-unit garda suspended for over 3 years while being investigated, tribunal told
It’s been alleged that the senior member of the Athlone drugs unit, identified as Garda A, was in an improper relationship with a heroin dealer.
PSNI investigate after old police flyers calling alcohol 'the number one rape drug' are distributed
The leaflets were distributed in north Belfast earlier this week.
Schools, bars and offices closed in 10 Italian towns over coronavirus fears
Italian health minister Roberto Speranza said the country is now seeing the same sort of ‘cluster’ of cases as Germany and France.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Drew Harris comments on Sinn Féin, EU budget ends without agreement, and Harry Greggs’ funeral.
Son of Ivor Callely given 240 hours of community service for lighting firework in Dublin nightclub
Oliver Callely pleaded guilty to the charge in the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court last year.
Tánaiste Simon Coveney condemns proposals for new Israeli settlements as 'very clearly illegal'
The plans were unveiled by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last night.
'We can't accept it': The EU budget summit has ended without agreement
Leo Varadkar had said that the budget proposal as it stood was “not something [Ireland] can accept”.
Three-quarters of children with autism not getting needs met in public system
Some families are going into debt because of their child’s condition – one to the tune of €150,000.
'There's an incredible buzz in the community': Ireland's biggest-ever lotto syndicate claims €250,000 win
The ‘Little Rays’ syndicate first came together while trying to fundraise for after-school facilities.
Firefighter charged with possessing €78,000 worth of cocaine at Nenagh Fire Station
Michael Morgan, aged 40, with an address at Cluain Muillean, Nenagh, was charged today.
The Explainer: Why don't we have a government yet?
We get you up to speed with what exactly is happening.
Snow and sleet expected in some areas in coming days
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for Donegal.
29-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting four girls aged between five and eight in Leinster creche
The owner of the creche said she was unsure if the children were being “fanciful” when the allegations first came to light.
19 Dublin hotels received over €1 million each for accommodating homeless people in 2019
One hotel received payments between €4 million and €5 million.
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More than 25 people want to sue over their images on Garda bulletin boards being circulated online
It is claimed that one bulletin displayed various details, including photographs of their faces, names and addresses.
University Hospital Galway kitchen operations suspended after dead mouse found
Food production for the hospital has been moved to Merlin Park University Hospital.
Drew Harris says he agrees with PSNI assessment about IRA Army Council and influence on Sinn Féin
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald reacted to Drew Harris’ comments by saying: “The war is over, the IRA is off the stage”.
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Poll: Will you be watching Ireland take on England in the Six Nations?
THIS SUNDAY, ONE of the most-anticipated games of the Six Nations so far will take place as Ireland takes on England.
The game is set to be a challenging one for Ireland, even coming off the back of a successful victory against Wales.
With a Triple Crown still in sight, it all looks set to be a scintillating game against World Cup finalists England at Twickenham.
It’s Ireland’s first Six Nations match at the venue since winning the Grand Slam there in March 2018.
So, today we want to know: Will you be watching Ireland take on England in the Six Nations?
Poll Results:
Yes (7242)
No (1386)
I haven't decided (306)
I didn't know it was on (241)
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Lise Hand: After a long day, the prospect of an 'accidental' Green Taoiseach gave us 15 seconds of comedic drama
By Lise Hand - @liseinthecity
Opinion: It's time to get real about heroin addiction. It's time to decriminalise this drug
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Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary slammed for ‘abhorrent’ remarks on Muslims
The businessman said bombers ‘will generally be males of a Muslim persuasion’.
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