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‘A serious threat to taxi drivers and taxi services’: Uber criticised by Kildare rep over fixed pricing model
The changes have prompted outcry from taxi drivers throughout Ireland Uber has been criticised by a Kildare county councillor over its new fixed pricing model. The transport giant's new system allows Uber passengers to pay an up-front price calculated by the app's own algorithm, in contrast t...
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Leitrim woman left waiting six hours in ambulance outside Sligo University Hospital
TD says overcrowding crisis left ambulance stuck for hours and area without emergency cover A woman from south Leitrim was left waiting for six hours in an ambulance outside Sligo University Hospital due to severe overcrowding in the emergency department, the Dáil has heard. The incident was ...
Recent news, updates and events from the Longford Federation ICA
Sympathies, lottos, events and activities are all available to view Sympathies We would like to offer our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends and fellow guild members of Eileen Barry RIP. Eileen was a member of the Ballymacormack Guild and was a very active member up to a few years ag...
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Derry man sentenced for disorderly behavior and two counts of criminal damage
Andrew McManus (27) of Rock Mills in Derry was charged with the offences that occurred on September 8 this year at Clipper Quay cafe when police responded to reports of a man who was drunk and shouting and swearing outside the building A man has appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court charged wi...
GPs ‘somewhat dismayed’ by plans for walk-in clinics, Gray told
Doctors were “somewhat dismayed” by the Government’s announcement of walk-in GP clinics, the Health Secretary has been told. First Minister John Swinney set out the plans at the SNP’s conference in October, with 15 facilities to be opened as part of a pilot beginning next year. During a ques...
Tipperary launches tourism roadmap and revamped website to strengthen visitor appeal
County unveils five year plan and new website as collaboration becomes tourism priority Tipperary’s efforts to strengthen its tourism offering have taken a significant step forward with the introduction of a new development roadmap alongside the relaunch of the county’s main tourism website. ...
New ink cartridge recycling scheme launched in Derry
The scheme is encouraging people to return their used printer ink cartridges to their local Recycling Centre Derry City and Strabane District Council has launched a new recycling initiative to benefit households throughout the Derry and Strabane area. The recycling scheme will be delivered in...
RIP: Tributes paid to talented horse rider to be laid to rest today
Harriet Penfold passed away on November 21 The funeral of Harriet Penfold will take place this afternoon. The Clonmore native passed away on November 21. READ MORE: LIVE: Garda statement on Tipperary apartment fire as people treated for 'smoke inhalation' Harriet is sadly missed by her mum Jo...
David Moyes urges Americans to get ‘right into Tunnock’s’ ahead of World Cup
Everton manager David Moyes believes Scotland fans will carry out an “invasion” of the USA at the World Cup next year – and advised Americans to “get right into” Tunnock’s Tea Cakes. The Tartan Army are expected to travel in huge numbers to the newly-expanded tournament in the States, Ca...
Gardaí seize over €110k worth of suspected cannabis in Limerick city
A woman in her 60s was arrested and conveyed to a garda station in Limerick city GARDAÍ have seized an estimated €110,000 worth of suspected cannabis following a search of a house in Dooradoyle. A woman in her 60s was arrested and conveyed to a garda station in Limerick city. She is currently...
Offaly man presides over Air Corps officers graduation ceremony
The 2025 graduation of Air Corps officers from the BSc in Management and Aeronautical Studies at Technological University Dublin took place recently under the coordination of Dr. Gerry Conroy The 2025 graduation of Air Corp's officers from the BSc in Management and Aeronautical Studies at Tec...
Derry artist Paul Kelly unveils new solo fine art exhibition
The exhibition is open to the public and will continue until Saturday, December 6, 2025 Paul Kelly, a painter continuing the renowned artistic legacy of his father, William Kelly of The Bogside Artists, has unveiled his latest collection of work. The exhibition, entitled “With Peace and Light...
Christmas bonus 2025 will see one major group miss out as payments will double
Over one million people are set to receive a Christmas bonus along with their social welfare payment a the start of December The Christmas Bonus is a once-off double week payment for people getting long-term social welfare payment, and it is just around the corner. Over one million people wil...
Taylor Swift and Denise Welch among those competing for Christmas number one
Taylor Swift, Denise Welch and Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are among those battling it out for this year’s Christmas number one. US pop superstar Swift, 35, who released her 12th studio album, The Life Of A Showgirl, in October, could secure the top spot with her chart-topping hit...
Resident doctors to vote on extending mandate for strike action
Resident doctors in England are to vote on extending their mandate for strikes for a further six months, the British Medical Association (BMA) has said. The union’s current mandate for industrial action runs out in January, but this could be extended to August 2026 if the ballot is successful. Dr ...
Home sales fell by 2% annually in October – HMRC
The number of house sales in October was 2% lower than in the same month a year earlier, according to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) figures. Across the UK, an estimated 98,450 home sales took place in October 2025, which was 2% lower than in October 2024 but 2% higher than in September 2025. In the ...
Mayo minister announces CLÁR funding for Mayo projects
This includes €685,824 for 10 Mayo projects as well as €60,914 to support projects on Clare Island and Inisturk Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD has today welcomed the allocation of €746,738 for 12 community projects across Mayo under the 2025 C...
Plymouth Christmas concert to support bereaved families and bring communities together
The Spirit of Christmas concert will raise funds for Luna’s Fund, a Plymouth charity supporting families after baby loss A festive charity concert will take place in Plymouth next month to raise money for the Devon and Cornwall Police Chief Constable’s Foundation and its chosen charity for th...
Plymouth Christmas concert to support bereaved families and bring communities together
The Spirit of Christmas concert will raise funds for Luna’s Fund, a Plymouth charity supporting families after baby loss A festive charity concert will take place in Plymouth next month to raise money for the Devon and Cornwall Police Chief Constable’s Foundation and its chosen charity for th...
Tipperary TD welcomes new Bill helping victims of sexual violence access protection orders
The new Bill for victims of sexual violence was discussed during a Dail sitting this week. The new 'Victims of Sexual Violence Civil Protection Orders Bill 2025' has received support from a TD in Tipperary. The Bill will allow victims of sexual violence (rape, sexual assault, other serious se...