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Today’s News
Ancient skeletal remains believed to date back to 15th century found in Swords, Co Dublin
Gardaí were called to the scene by locals at 6pm this evening.
€50,000 cash seized as two women arrested on suspicion of money laundering in Laois
The women were arrested after their car was stopped on the M7 motorway this afternoon.
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after thieves break into 15 cars and steal one van in Cork
The thefts took place at approximately 4am this morning.
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
Court-ordered access to children for separated parents advised to continue during pandemic
The pandemic can’t be used as an “excuse to prevent separated parents having contact with their children”, the Law Society says.
Private consultants concerned about 'ethical dilemma' caused by temporary HSE contracts
Consulting rooms of those who sign the HSE contract will have to shut to current and future private outpatients.
'We start the day listening to Eighties music': A snapshot of life in this bright Dublin 6 home
Michelle converted her garage into an open plan living/kitchen area.
Check ins and free newspaper delivery to be offered by An Post to people cocooning
Family members can request for a local postman/woman to check in on someone cocooning.
Yesterday’s News
How a wedding cancelled due to Covid-19 turned into a socially distant celebration
Adam and Rebecca had to postpone their wedding, but took to the back garden to mark the day.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has registered again as a doctor to help out during Covid-19
Varadkar joined the Medical Council register again in March.
Charity urges people to contact GPs as normal with possible cancer symptoms during pandemic
The Irish Cancer Society is worried that people are “putting their lives at risk” by not visiting GPs over symptoms.
Irish troops return home after six month deployment in Syria
The troops will be self-isolating for 14 days in line with HSE guidelines.
50 clusters of Covid-19 identified in nursing homes, new health data shows
This number of clusters rose by ten in the space of one day, according to data from the HPSC.
Saturday 4 April, 2020
Love in the time of coronavirus: Texting all day? Going out for dinner on Zoom?
Whether it’s long-term love or a casual date, people are still searching for romance during this time.
Wednesday 1 April, 2020
Special Needs Assistants will be redeployed to other public services to free up frontline workers
The initial priority will be in community services for children with a disability.
Poll: Have you started any new TV series recently?
Bingeing anything on Netflix? Catching up on shows you’ve missed?
Staff health checks and more PPE for nursing home staff, but representative group says test results still too slow
Simon Harris has said a lot of the new measures are “already underway” in nursing homes.
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Here’s a round-up of this morning’s main stories.
Monday 30 March, 2020
'We fell in love with the house and the rest is history': Inside this colourful former dispensary in Derry
Nadine chose her home for its “distinctive character and history”.
Prototype created by Irish research team for crowd funded emergency ventilators
The GoFundMe page for the ventilators has raised over €134,000 so far.
Debunked: That WhatsApp message with health tips from a doctor in China is false and misleading
A message claiming to be from a friend’s uncle who works in a hospital in China has been circulating lately.
Ministers urge employers to reconsider staff redundancies and look at State supports
The government announced Covid-19 income support measures last week.
Saturday 28 March, 2020
NCT and other vehicle and licence services suspended until further notice
Shane Ross is looking at measures to extend the period of validity of licences and NCT certificates.
Coronavirus: 14 more deaths and 294 new cases in Ireland confirmed
There are now a total of 2,415 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Ireland.
Most construction work will stop unless essential to pandemic, Harris says
Construction will not be on the list of essential non-retail services due to be published today, Harris confirmed.
Taoiseach clarifies that 2km limit just for exercise, and confirms takeaways will stay open
“No need to do all shopping or stockpile this morning,” the Taoiseach said.
Mostly sunny but cold weather expected this weekend as people told to stay at home
Today will be generally dry with some cloud and good spells of sunshine.
People advised to 'think twice' before getting new pet during time of social distancing
The DSPCA fears people will return these pets when work and school routines go back to normal.
Man charged in relation to gun seizure after high speed car chase in Limerick this week
The man (30s) is due to appear before a special sitting of Nenagh District Court at 6pm today.
Thursday 26 March, 2020
Debunked: The UK no longer considers Covid-19 a high consequence infectious disease, but social media posts about it are misleading
A screenshot shared online is true, but doesn’t tell the full story.
Monday 23 March, 2020
'I'm treating the house like a blank canvas': Art lover Emma shares her new build by the sea
‘I can’t wait to fill the place with my Mam’s artwork.’
McDonald's closure 'big blow' to Irish beef sector, says IFA
It was announced yesterday evening that McDonald’s will be closed from today.
Government concerned about weekend crowds but further restrictions won't be based on 'what's trending on Twitter'
It is expected that further recommendations will be made by public health officials tomorrow.
Dublin businesses who need to defer rates payments advised to contact council
Businesses had been asking that rates be waived, rather than deferred, to help them stay afloat.
Later post delivery expected as An Post staggers worker starting times
An Post is also asking customers to not bring children to post offices, if possible.
Friday 20 March, 2020
Teenage pedestrian dies after crash involving jeep in Offaly
The crash occurred at approximately 7.30pm this evening.
Watch: People play outdoor bingo from their flats in Dublin
From balcony bingo to beautiful sunsets, here is a round up of some good news this evening.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Here’s a roundup of all the news that happened today – it’s The Fix.
Irish people travelling abroad should return 'as soon as possible', Coveney advises
“We recommend that people who wish to do so make arrangements to return to Ireland as soon as possible,” Simon Coveney said.
126 more cases of coronavirus confirmed in Ireland, bringing the total to 683
There are now 683 cases confirmed in the Republic of Ireland.
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Poll: Did the FAI make the right call replacing Mick McCarthy with Stephen Kenny?
THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION of Ireland yesterday announced that Stephen Kenny will take over as manager of the Irish football team immediately.
Kenny was due to take over from Mick McCarthy in August following the Euro 2020 campaign but the postponement of the tournament has hastened that move, with the former Dundalk manager taking over immediately.
Kenny paid tribute to McCarthy’s contribution to Irish football. McCarthy also gave Kenny his blessing and wished him well in his career as manager of the team.
So today we’re asking you: Did the FAI make the right call replacing Mick McCarthy with Stephen Kenny?
Poll Results:
Yes (6371)
No (3975)
I'm not sure (1337)
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Wood Quay veteran, hero of the Liberties: John Gallagher's death has deprived Dublin of one of its champions
By Donal Fallon
Gallagher, who passed away recently, kept Dublin and the Liberties in his heart.
Opinion: Should the EU's role in the Covid-19 crisis merely be as Best Supporting Actor?
By Noelle O Connell
How I Spend My Money: A 37-year-old who just signed on the dole before the Covid-19 crisis hit
By TheJournal.ie reader
This week, our reader comes to terms with life in isolation on a small budget.
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