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Public consultation on water quality to take place in North Kildare
The event, which is being hosted by the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO), will take place on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 A public consultation on water quality is due to take place in one County Kildare Municipal District. The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) is holding a comm...
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Buncrana Coffee Afternoon to support Cancer Care West
Taking place at The Laurentic Bar in Buncrana, the event promises something for all ages while raising vital funds for cancer services in the west of Ireland. A warm community spirit will be brewing today as locals gather for a special “Coffee Afternoon” in support of Cancer Care West and bra...
'More interactive' New site on famed north Longford ambush will enhance visitor experience
The new website aims to engage individuals from further afield to come to county Longford The Clonfin Commemoration has long served as a significant point of interest for historical visitors, particularly with its recent milestone—the 105th anniversary commemoration of the famous ambush that ...
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Targets turn to Championship for Eoghan ‘Ban’ Gallagher
League titles don’t come often, and the defender was undoubtedly delighted to pick up only a second Division 1 title in the history of the county, but things move fast in Gaelic football, and thoughts were already on Down and what comes next Eoghan ‘Ban’ Gallagher was one of many happy faces ...
Three vehicles seized after Dundalk Garda operation targets boyracers
All three drivers are now expected to appear before the courts Three vehicles have been seized and multiple drivers issued with penalties following a Garda operation targeting dangerous driving along the border over the weekend. According to a statement from An Garda Síochána, members of the ...
Busy Portlaoise road closure planned for next week
Diversions will be in place on the Ridge Road in Portlaoise A section of a busy road in Portlaoise is due to close for a number of days next week. Laois County Council has given notice of the temporary road closure along the Ridge Road from Tuesday to Thursday, April 7 to 9. The temporary roa...
Public consultation on water quality to take place in North Kildare
The event, which is being hosted by the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO), will take place on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 A public consultation on water quality is due to take place in one County Kildare Municipal District. The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) is holding a comm...
'She is perfect for us' - Woman drives two hours to rescue Minnie at Limerick dog rescue
Realta Harrington recently celebrated one year since she adopted Minnie the Cavalier from Limerick Animal Welfare Meet Realta Harrington, a young woman who drove over two hours to rescue a puppy from Limerick Animal Welfare. Realta (23) from County Clare and her puppy Minnie recently celebrat...
Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Saturday, April 4
The following deaths have taken place: - Rory O'Kelly, Dublin, Raphoe and Letterkenny - John Rodgy McMenamin, Inver - Eamonn Gillespie, Carrick - Anne Mc Clafferty, Dunlewey - Jane Boyle, Stranorlar and Portnablagh - Ralph McMenamin, Bruckless and Mayo - Marian Celine McMonagle, Letterkenny Rory O'K...
Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Saturday, April 4
The following deaths have taken place: - Rory O'Kelly, Dublin, Raphoe and Letterkenny - John Rodgy McMenamin, Inver - Eamonn Gillespie, Carrick - Anne Mc Clafferty, Dunlewey - Jane Boyle, Stranorlar and Portnablagh - Ralph McMenamin, Bruckless and Mayo - Marian Celine McMonagle, Letterkenny Rory O'K...
Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Saturday, April 4
The following deaths have taken place: - Rory O'Kelly, Dublin, Raphoe and Letterkenny - John Rodgy McMenamin, Inver - Eamonn Gillespie, Carrick - Anne Mc Clafferty, Dunlewey - Jane Boyle, Stranorlar and Portnablagh - Ralph McMenamin, Bruckless and Mayo - Marian Celine McMonagle, Letterkenny Rory O'K...
Chelsea Flower Show garden to ‘inspire curiosity’ gets royal seal of approval
The design for a garden at the Chelsea Flower Show to encourage people’s curiosity towards gardening and nature has been given a royal seal of approval. The King was joined at his Highgrove residence in Gloucestershire by Sir David Beckham, Alan Titchmarsh and garden designer Frances Tophill to pu...
Chelsea Flower Show garden to ‘inspire curiosity’ gets royal seal of approval
The design for a garden at the Chelsea Flower Show to encourage people’s curiosity towards gardening and nature has been given a royal seal of approval. The King was joined at his Highgrove residence in Gloucestershire by Sir David Beckham, Alan Titchmarsh and garden designer Frances Tophill to pu...
Storm Dave due to hit northern UK with high winds over Easter weekend
Storm Dave is due to hit parts of the UK over the Easter weekend, bringing gale-force winds as millions travel for the holiday. The Met Office has issued yellow severe weather warnings for wind covering the whole of mainland Scotland, Northern Ireland, parts of northern England and North Wales from ...
Two US aircraft shot down by Iran with one crew member missing
One US service member was rescued and at least one was missing after Iran shot down two US military planes in separate attacks in a dramatic development in the war began nearly five weeks ago. It was the first time US aircraft had been downed in the conflict and came just two days after President Do...
Man arrested following disorder prior to Irish Cup semi-final in Belfast
A 19-year-old man has been arrested following disorder which took place before the Irish Cup semi-final match in Belfast. Police said a child was hit by a bottle and nine officers were injured as fireworks, flares and bottles were thrown in the scenes at Windsor Park on Friday evening. It came befor...
Man arrested following disorder prior to Irish Cup semi-final in Belfast
A 19-year-old man has been arrested following disorder which took place before the Irish Cup semi-final match in Belfast. Police said a child was hit by a bottle and nine officers were injured as fireworks, flares and bottles were thrown in the scenes at Windsor Park on Friday evening. It came befor...
Roadworks hitting Plymouth this Easter half term include overnight A38 closures
Drivers in Plymouth advised of delays as A38 resurfacing and city-wide works begin over Easter period Drivers in Plymouth are being warned of widespread roadworks during the Easter half-term, with a number of closures, diversions and overnight works planned across the city. Plymouth City Coun...
Roadworks hitting Plymouth this Easter half term include overnight A38 closures
Drivers in Plymouth advised of delays as A38 resurfacing and city-wide works begin over Easter period Drivers in Plymouth are being warned of widespread roadworks during the Easter half-term, with a number of closures, diversions and overnight works planned across the city. Plymouth City Coun...
Devon court latest: Stalker, alcohol ban and violent street attack
A round-up of the most serious cases heard in Exeter