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# the-beast - Friday 5 October, 2018
'I always go into Carnoustie with a bit of trepidation' - Padraig Harrington relishing return to 'The Beast'
The Dubliner shot an opening round three under par at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship yesterday.
# the-beast - Sunday 25 March, 2018
Drivers insisted on following sat-nav straight into Wicklow snowdrifts, rescuers say
Motorists are being reminded they always need to take heed of road conditions.
# the-beast - Wednesday 7 March, 2018
Call for schools to open on Saturdays to make up for 'snow days'
It’s been suggested that it would be unreasonable to make up the days during Easter.
# the-beast - Monday 5 March, 2018
Leo Varadkar: 'We may find people dead in their homes in the coming days'
Varadkar said that a number of deaths may have been caused by the storm.
# the-beast - Sunday 4 March, 2018
Parents to be told later today whether individual schools are reopening
Most schools and colleges are expected to reopen.
# the-beast - Saturday 3 March, 2018
Lessons learned from 2010 snow meant we had more than enough salt for the Beast
Salt supplies are stocked up at off-peak time to ensure Ireland is always ready to tackle icy roads.
Open thread: What random acts of kindness did you see during the awful weather this week?
In this wintry weather, even the smallest helping hand could have made a difference.
# the-beast - Friday 2 March, 2018
Gardaí warn 'stay out of the water' after swimmer rescued in Sandycove
The woman got into difficulty in stormy waters.
Status red warning for five Leinster counties extended until 9am
Snow will continue to fall until this evening and sleety showers are expected tomorrow.
Funeral services across the country postponed due to weather conditions
Some services are still due to go ahead on Sunday.
# the-beast - Thursday 1 March, 2018
As it happened: The country bunkered down as Emma and the Beast did their worst
The country has gone into hibernation for the evening in compliance with Met Éireann’s status red snow-ice weather warnings.
Pay-as-you-go electricity customers won't be cut off during storm if they can't top up
Pinergy has extended its friendly hours until Tuesday and Electric Ireland said there are emergency measures if people are stuck.
17 stunning photos that sum up a snow-covered, stormy Ireland
While you’re bunkered down for the night, here’s a roundup of snowy scenes from around the country.
'In Boston they'd throw you in the clink': Here's why you should never drive in a blizzard
Sean O’Neill of Transport Infrastructure Ireland said “even in a tank” people would be at risk of driving off a bridge or motorway because of reduced visibility.
All trains and Dublin Buses off until Saturday, some Bus Éireann services may return tomorrow
Public transport will come to a literal standstill for at least a day and a half this afternoon.
Everyone should be off the roads and indoors from now
People are being advised to stay indoors until tomorrow afternoon as a blizzard moves in.
Taoiseach urged to tell employers to pay staff who can't make it in during storm
The ISME said many businesses can not afford to pay staff if they do not come to work.
Takeaways and fast food delivery services close due to severe weather
Deliveroo said it is stopping all deliveries in the interest of the safety of its riders.
No buses and a Luas every half hour - here's how transport is affected by the snow
The government has urged everyone in a red area to be at home from 4pm today until 12 midday tomorrow.
'My hair and makeup are sort of becoming immaterial' - What to do if a blizzard hits your wedding
People are being told to stay indoors, but what happens if you’ve a wedding.
# the-beast - Wednesday 28 February, 2018
Here's what to do if you see a homeless person sleeping rough tonight
In Dublin last night there were over 200 reports about homeless people sleeping rough.
All non-urgent outpatient procedures in Leinster and Munster cancelled
Three children’s hospitals are also cancelling planned admissions and outpatient appointments.
Over 40 people have died as a result of the severe icy weather gripping Europe
At least 42 people have died because of weather conditions in Europe since Friday.
No Bus Éireann or Dublin Bus services tomorrow in Leinster and Munster
The decision was announced following a meeting of the National Emergency Coordination Group.
Gardaí warn of increase in minor collisions as they advise people to stay home if possible
The force’s senior officer for roads policing said elderly pedestrians are at particular risk during this severe weather.
Tesco 'unable to make most home deliveries' today due to the treacherous conditions
While stores are still open, most deliveries won’t be made in areas affected by the red alert.
'Now is the time': People asked to clear snow from outside their home before snow worsens
The snow is set to reach up to 25cm tomorrow, so people are being urged to take action now.
# the-beast - Tuesday 27 February, 2018
Taoiseach says minister's advice to turn the heating on 24/7 'is not the advice of government'
Minister Jim Daly said that older people could claim the money back for fuel from welfare schemes.
Here's how to keep your pets warm and safe from The Beast this week
The ISPCA has issued advice on how to protect your pet during the freezing weather ahead.
Photos: Temperatures plunge as low as -20 as Europe gets battered by 'the Beast from the East'
The Arctic, meanwhile, is undergoing an unseasonable heatwave.
# the-beast - Monday 26 February, 2018
Planning to drive this week? Here's the advice for car-owners ahead of the severe wintry weather
Here’s what to do before you set out, or if you encounter snow or ice.
Here are the plans in place to get Ireland through Storm Emma
The National Emergency Coordination Group said there may be a Status Red warning later this week.
What exactly is the 'Beast from the East'? And why is it going to be absolutely freezing this week?
The polar vortex from Siberia is bringing extremely cold temperatures all over Europe.
Status Orange snow-ice warning issued for seven counties as temperatures set to plunge to -7
The eastern part of the country is set to be the worst hit by the wintry weather.
# the-beast - Friday 17 November, 2017
Notorious Sicilian mafia 'boss of bosses' dies in prison after fighting cancer
The mobster, who was nicknamed ‘The Beast’ for his cruelty, died in hospital in the early hours of this morning.
# the-beast - Monday 6 November, 2017
A massive bouncy castle just for adults is coming to Tallaght next month
We’ve dreamed of this day all our lives.
# the-beast - Monday 12 December, 2016
Gardaí investigating RIRA murder appeal to public for potential 'dashcam footage' evidence
Aidan O’Driscoll was murdered last Thursday.
# the-beast - Thursday 8 December, 2016
Appeal for witnesses to murder of Real IRA figure in Cork
Aidan O’Driscoll was shot in the back a number of times on a street in Cork city yesterday.
# the-beast - Thursday 30 June, 2016
Irish scrum couldn't cope with raw Bok power, but McGrath unlucky not to reap more reward
It was a dream debut for loosehead Steven “Red Bull” Kitschoff.
# the-beast - Thursday 23 June, 2016
Analysis: Tadhg Furlong got a handle of The Beast, but just how legal was it?
On the other side, Jack McGrath was an exemplary powerhouse and Ireland can build on him again this weekend.
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