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Santa Claus to parade through Longford Town at 'Christmas on the Square' this Sunday
Christmas on the Square will take place from 1pm-8pm. You can enjoy all the Christmassy feels in Longford Town this coming Sunday, November 30, from 1pm-8pm, when Christmas on the Square gets underway. Best of all, the star of the season, Santa Claus, will be making an exclusive appearance in...
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Justice Minister tells Offaly lunch it'd be 'honour' to lead Fianna Fail
Jim O'Callaghan said Brian Cowen was one of country's finest public servants ever JUSTICE Minister Jim O'Callaghan said it would be an honour to lead Fianna Fail when he addressed party supporters at a lunch in Tullamore on Friday. Minister O'Callaghan had earlier attended the launch of a Tul...
Irish Rail passenger stunned by gesture of staff to young man on Portlaoise train
The interaction happened after the young man boarded the train to Limerick in Portlaoise, Co Laois One Irish Rail train passenger has heaped praise on staff for their actions with a young man who boarded the wrong train in Portlaoise this week. The passenger took to X to send Irish Rail a mes...
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Inside Track: Hunterstown aiming to make in on to the roll of honour
Inside Track with Joe Carroll Mattock Rangers have the distinction of being the only Louth club to be represented in the final of both the Leinster senior and intermediate football finals. After winning the county senior title for the first time, in 2002, beating St Bride’s in the final, the ...
Success for Ballyporeen against neighbours in south Tipperary Under 17 B Football final
Bally' beat Knockmealdown Gaels by a point Ballyporeen 0-10 Knockmealdown Gaels 0-9 Ballyporeen beat Knockmealdown Gaels by a point in Saturday’s clash of the neighbours in the South Tipperary Under 17 B Football Championship final, played on the 4G pitch at Fethard Town Park. The game was pl...
In pictures: Local produce on display at Culdaff Christmas craft fair
Local crafters were out in force at Culdaff's annual craft fair which took place in the village’s Wee Hall Local crafters were out in force at Culdaff's annual craft fair which took place in the village’s Wee Hall Please click on the arrows to go through the gallery ....
COLUMN: CEO decision 'most important Mayo GAA will ever make'
Our columnist, Ger Flanagan, spoke of the importance of recruiting the right face for the role of Chief Executive Officer The appointment of a full-time CEO for Mayo GAA is one of the important decisions for the organisation in its recent history. Bigger than any manager. Bigger than any chai...
Limerick city centre parklets ‘deteriorating’ and ‘excessive mould’ present
Inpsections of parklets revealed many to be infested with weeds, with wood deteriorating and “excessive green mould” present INSPECTIONS of parklets in the city centre revealed many to be infested with weeds, with wood deteriorating and “excessive green mould” present. Business owners in Li...
Tipperary Olympian Sharlene Mawdsley reveals her bedtime in Instagram story to fans
The Newport AC national 200m champion, Sharlene Mawdsley, is back training at the moment and enjoying time with her dog, Lola, in Ballina. Tipperary Olympian Sharlene Mawdsley has revealed a healthy bedtime in her latest Instagram story to her 276,000 followers. READ NEXT: PICTURES: Lovebirds...
Thousands raised for father of two that was killed in Waterford plane crash
A GoFundMe has been set up for the family of the father of two boys who died after a plane crashed in Waterford last week. Bircan Dokuzlar, who was originally from Turkey, was just 48-years-old when he tragically lost his life. The fundraiser has been set up to help pay for his funeral, burial, inte...
Tipperary garda to step up patrols and drug enforcement as calls grow for support
Clonmel Superintendent prioritises targeting drug dealers over addressing addiction More Gardaí will be deployed on foot patrol in Clonmel, Cahir and Cashel throughout December, according to Superintendent Niall O’Connell, who says visibility remains central to tackling anti-social behaviour ...
Major boost for Leitrim farmers as sheep scheme payments roll out across northwest
Leitrim, Sligo, and Donegal farmers are set to benefit from nearly €3.7 million in Sheep Improvement Scheme payments, confirmed by Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon. Leitrim farmers are set to benefit significantly as part of almost €3.7 million in Sheep Improvement Scheme payments being...
Martin Odegaard set to give Arsenal injury boost for Bayern Munich showdown
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard could return for Wednesday’s Champions League blockbuster against Bayern Munich. The Norwegian midfielder has been sidelined since early October with a knee injury but is pushing to make his comeback at the Emirates Stadium. A heavyweight showdown sees the teams who...
ALERT: No access to part of hospital in Tipperary due to resurfacing works
The hospital issued a statement today warning the public that works will take place this Friday November 28. Tipperary University Hospital have announced that due to works taking place this Friday November 28, there will be no access to the outpatient department entrance. In a statement issue...
Sensory grotto to open at South Tipperary Arts Centre on December 13
Clonmel Rotary makes a significant donation Santa’s coming to town and he’s making a special stop at South Tipperary Arts Centre. The experience is designed to be calm, welcoming, and comfortable for children (and their adults) who might find the busy festive season a little overwhelming. REA...
ALERT: No access to part of hospital in Tipperary due to resurfacing works
The hospital issued a statement today warning the public that works will take place this Friday November 28. Tipperary University Hospital have announced that due to works taking place this Friday November 28, there will be no access to the outpatient department entrance. In a statement issue...
Sensory grotto to open at South Tipperary Arts Centre on December 13
Clonmel Rotary makes a significant donation Santa’s coming to town and he’s making a special stop at South Tipperary Arts Centre. The experience is designed to be calm, welcoming, and comfortable for children (and their adults) who might find the busy festive season a little overwhelming. REA...
REVEALED: New caregiving jobs created in Tipperary to meet rising demand
Dovida is creating new jobs for the people of Tipperary Dovida is hiring more caregivers in Tipperary to meet increasing demand for home care in the community, with both rural and urban positions available. The new roles will be a mix of flexible and fixed-hour positions designed to suit a va...
Tipperary women's traveller group honoured at local municipal district awards
Quilt Project celebrated for preserving culture, identity and community heritage The annual Nenagh Municipal District Awards Evening was held on Thursday 20th November 2025 at the Civic Offices, Nenagh. Awards were presented by Cathaoirleach of Nenagh Municipal District, Cllr. Phyll Bugler, o...
Language grinds available to Longford students seeking additional support
The subjects offered are French and German If you are preparing for your Leaving or Junior Certificate exams, at any level, there is no better time to get that extra bit of help in making the subjects easier. Read more: Longford Alzheimer Cafe invite locals to join their monthly gathering The...