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'Like an earthquake' - Famous resident sheds like on surely Carlow's worst road
Funnyman musician Richie Kavanagh had to get out of his vehicle while "out for a spin" recently to photograph the massive split that occurred in a road in the Myshall area One of Carlow's most famous sons has shone a light on what must be the worst road in the county, possibly the country, in...
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Loreto Kilkenny and Ursuline Thurles battle it out for All-Ireland glory
Loreto Kilkenny 4-13 Ursuline Thurles 0-9 Loreto Kilkenny were crowned Allianz All-Ireland Senior A PPS champions for the fourth successive year, beating Ursuline Thurles emphatically on Saturday in Gortnahoe. Goals ultimately proved decisive for Eanna Heffernan’s side, as their sharpness in ...
Karoline Vitto champions size diversity at London Fashion Week
Karoline Vitto’s autumn/winter 2026 show delivered a pointed reminder that body diversity isn’t radical – it can, and should, be standard practice. The Brazilian-born designer presented a runway cast with visible size diversity, from XS through to fuller, curvy models, all wearing the same flu...
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Waterford city set for more bus lanes as NTA explores possible locations
Cllr David Daniels enquired about their provision at the February plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council More bus lanes are set to be rolled out in Waterford city over the coming years, with the National Transport Authority (NTA) exploring possible locations. Independent council...
Longford woman appears in local court accused of neglect of rabbit
Defendant appeared before Judge Bernadette Owens at Longford District Court A woman accused of animal neglect is set to appear again before Longford District Court on March 24. Ms Caroline Geraghty with an address of Apartment 36, Harbour Point in Longford was charged by Garda Shaun Harrison ...
RIP: Tributes made to 'a truly lovely lady' after she passes away in London
Tributes have been coming in after the death of Phyllis Doughty (née McGreevy), Strawberry Hill, London and Lisnagot, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim Tributes have been coming in after the death of Phyllis Doughty (née McGreevy), Strawberry Hill, London and Lisnagot, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. L...
Laois GAA club honoured with Glór na nÓg award at Croke Park
Young members’ ideas help Park-Ratheniska GAA secure €2,000 award Park-Ratheniska GAA were proudly presented with the Laois Glór na nÓg Award at the recent GAA Club Summit in Croke Park. The award recognises the strength, spirit and forward-thinking approach of the club, and is a testament to...
Public meeting on water quality issues in Laois
Work underway to improve quality in Portlaoise and the Graiguecullen-Portarlington Municipal Districts A public meeting to discuss water issues in Laois and the work being done to improve water quality will take place in Portlaoise next month. The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) wil...
IN PICTURES: Gold medal success for Portlaoise Athletic Club at Leinster Indoors in Athlone
Double gold in the 400m finals for Daniel Downey and Reuben Plunkett TAP NEXT OR ARROWS TO SEE MORE PICTURES Portlaoise Athletic Club enjoyed a successful weekend at the Leinster Juvenile Indoors held in Athlone. The club secured two gold medals on Saturday, highlighting the strength of its y...
Áine Duffy brings her electrifying female-led show to Dundalk
The "Rock n’ Roll St. Brigid" returns to school the armchair experts Áine Duffy, the singer-songwriter and “horsebox hero,” is bringing her electrifying female-led show “Don’t Touch My Knob” to Dundalk on Friday 20th March, promising a night of music, comedy, and unstoppable energy. Th...
PICTURES: Carlow woman honoured on national stage at LGFA's 'Learn to Lead' graduation
Éire Óg club member completes LGFA Learn to Lead course in Dublin A Carlow woman has been recognised at a national awards ceremony after completing the LGFA’s prestigious 'Learn to Lead' Female Leadership Programme. Noreen Wrenn of Éire Óg, Carlow, was among 22 graduates honoured at a ceremon...
Fashion stylist Emma Murray hosting courses across Donegal
Emma Murray is holding style masterclasses in Buncrana, Dungloe, Killybegs, Creeslough, Castlefin and Kilclooney during February and March Fashion stylist Emma Murray is hosting courses across Donegal. Emma, who is from Letterkenny, is Guest Fashion Editor at RSVP Magazine and a Fashion Broad...
'Action needed to address serious school meals problems'
'In many instances, the EA’s own rules around nutrition are not being followed' - Emmet Doyle, Aontú Aontú Ballyarnett representative Emmet Doyle has called for fundamental change in how school meals are delivered. His calls followed concerns from parents, and results of a survey which indica...
AGM: Community centre in Offaly reflects on a busy year and outlines new activities for 2026
Killeigh Community Centre Committee (KCCDA) recently held its AGM, bringing together the committee, the Board of Directors and members of the local community to look back on what’s been a busy year for the centre and to outline plans for 2026 Killeigh Community Centre Committee (KCCDA) recent...
Great turnout in Offaly for annual Hogan Cup Fishing Competition 2026
Hogan family members travel home to Tullamore from New York for well supported pike angling event TULLAMORE and District Angling Club held our annual open pike angling competition for the Hogan Cup on Sunday last, February 15. This is the club’s biggest pike angling event of the year and is f...
Fashion stylist Emma Murray hosting courses across Donegal
Emma Murray is holding style masterclasses in Buncrana, Dungloe, Killybegs, Creeslough, Castlefin and Kilclooney during February and March Fashion stylist Emma Murray is hosting courses across Donegal. Emma, who is from Letterkenny, is Guest Fashion Editor at RSVP Magazine and a Fashion Broad...
'Action needed to address serious school meals problems'
'In many instances, the EA’s own rules around nutrition are not being followed' - Emmet Doyle, Aontú Aontú Ballyarnett representative Emmet Doyle has called for fundamental change in how school meals are delivered. His calls followed concerns from parents, and results of a survey which indica...
Sir Ed Davey says Lib Dems could treble MSP tally at Holyrood election in May
Liberal Democrats could potentially triple their seats at Holyrood in May’s Scottish elections, the party’s UK leader has declared. With the Lib Dems currently having five MSPs – including one who defected from the Scottish Tories – Sir Ed Davey said he originally thought his party may be ab...
Scottish Tories ‘just getting going’ claims Findlay as he pitches cash scheme
The Scottish Tories are “just getting going”, the party’s leader has said, as he announced a cashback scheme for families. Russell Findlay spoke to party faithful in Murrayfield on Saturday, painting his party as the only credible alternative to the SNP. But his speech came as the party is str...
Major concern as 13-year-old boy disappears from home - Garda statement issued
Rory Farrell, missing from Co Meath, is described as being 4 foot 10 inches in height, of slim build with black hair and blue eyes. Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Rory Farrell (13) who was reported missing from Ashbourne, Co Meath, on Tuesday, Februar...