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'Don't ignore your doctor' urges Dundalk man after losing leg
Garrett O'Rourke urges everyone to listen to their doctor Don't ignore your doctor, and always take your medication, is the message Dundalk man, Garrett O'Rourke, urges everyone to take on board, after a traumatic number of months, which saw him losing a leg and long periods of time in hospit...
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Gardaí issue description of man involved in 'suspicious approach' of young girl in Midlands in broad daylight
Gardaí are continuing to appeal for information in relation to the incident Gardai have issued a description of a man involved in a ‘suspicious approach’ of a young child in the Midlands in broad daylight earlier this week. It’s understood a man approached a young girl, thought to be 10 year...
Thomas Frank unhappy with referee as nine-man Tottenham lose out to Liverpool
Thomas Frank blasted the performance of referee John Brooks after Tottenham’s nine men suffered another home defeat despite a battling display in a 2-1 loss against Liverpool. The score barely told half the story of a bonkers Premier League encounter where Xavi Simons and later Cristian Romero wer...
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Queen praises Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman during final Strictly live show
The Queen has paid tribute to Strictly Come Dancing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as they hosted their last live show. The pair announced in October they would be leaving the BBC dancing competition after over a decade fronting the main show together. Following performances from the 202...
PICTURES | Glamour and style aplenty at Longford Mother and Daughter Lunch
RTE presenter and Rose among special guests at 2012 Longford Mother and Daughter Lunch Use the Arrows < > above to go through the gallery Here is a lovely gallery of photographs from the Longford Women's Link Mother and Daughter lunch from Sunday, April 22, 2012, at Lough Rynn Castle. Mary Ke...
Inside Track: McDonnell and Duffy bring stellar careers to a close
Inside Track with Joe Carroll There couldn’t have been a more popular winner of a Leinster senior championship medal this year than Andy McDonnell, who, along with Bevan Duffy, has retired from inter-county football. For over 15 seasons, the Newtown Blues clubman gave it everything in pursuit...
In pictures: Great turn-out for Christmas jumper night in the Plaza, Buncrana
The Plaza in Buncrana drew a great crowd for its line dancing Christmas jumper party with music by Jack Larry The Plaza in Buncrana drew a great crowd for its line dancing Christmas jumper party with music by Jack Larry Please click on the arrows to go through the gallery ....
Over €19,000 raised by Kildare runner who completed 12 marathons for Irish Cancer Society
Well done Sean Murphy and Dennis Conlan from Rathangan Rathangan's Sean Murphy has completed 12 marathons in 2025 - one a month - along with his friend Denis Conlan, who joined him on the road for some of his endeavours. Marathon number 12 was completed on Saturday December 13. Heading from R...
Over €19,000 raised by Kildare runner who completed 12 marathons for Irish Cancer Society
Well done Sean Murphy and Dennis Conlan from Rathangan Rathangan's Sean Murphy has completed 12 marathons in 2025 - one a month - along with his friend Denis Conlan, who joined him on the road for some of his endeavours. Marathon number 12 was completed on Saturday December 13. Heading from R...
PICTURES: Incredible sum of €222k raised for good causes in memory of Limerick teen Donnacha
Beneficiaries reflect values of Cappamore’s Donnacha Ryan Luck who was taken far too soon from his loved ones THE FINAL chapter of a remarkable community effort has closed with an outstanding €222,000 donated to charitable and community causes in memory of Limerick teenager Donnacha Ryan Luke...
In pictures: Festive atmosphere at Buncrana's artisan Christmas market
Crowds turned out for the Stór Market at ‘Out the Back’ of O’Flaherty’s which featured some of the most talented and creative designers in the north-west Crowds turned out for the Stór Market at ‘Out the Back’ of O’Flaherty’s which featured some of the most talented and creative d...
Home & Away star takes in Marble City - Kilkenny Live Highlights 2025
Shane Withington who plays John Palmer sampled the Marble City in June Home and Away star John Palmer aka Shane Withington sampled a piece of Kilkenny life back in June, visiting Kilkenny Castle before stopping off for some lunch in Kytelers Inn. Withington joined the Home and Away cast in 20...
ICYMI: History made as beer brewing returns to Kilkenny City
As featured in this week's edition of the Kilkenny People newspaper Kilkenny’s proud brewing history opened a new chapter last week as Sullivan’s Brewing Company, based on John Street in the city, bottled its first-ever brew of Maltings Irish Red Ale in collaboration with Teac Tom. Hand-bottl...
‘More ambition’ needed to tackle dereliction in this town in Tipperary
Plan for next year to include more sites on the derelict sites register Tipperary County Council needs to be more ambitious in 2026 to deal with the number of derelict buildings and houses in Clonmel. That was the view expressed by Cllr Tom Acheson at a meeting of Clonmel Borough District. He...
Appeal lodged against decision to refuse permission for new Waterford housing estate
A 71-unit housing development was proposed to the west of the Farronshoneen Roundabout in Waterford city An appeal has been lodged against the decision to refuse planning permission for a new housing estate in Waterford city. A 71-unit housing development was proposed to the west of the Farro...
‘More ambition’ needed to tackle dereliction in this town in Tipperary
Plan for next year to include more sites on the derelict sites register Tipperary County Council needs to be more ambitious in 2026 to deal with the number of derelict buildings and houses in Clonmel. That was the view expressed by Cllr Tom Acheson at a meeting of Clonmel Borough District. He...
Great community support for a Tipperary Christmas Market filled with festive cheer
Kickham P laza Clonmel The Kickham Plaza in Clonmel was filled with festive cheer last weekend as the Christmas Market enjoyed a hugely successful day, bringing the community together in a joyful celebration before Christmas. Organisers and visitors alike felt truly blessed to get one full da...
PICTURES | The beautiful Longford Christmas party in Arva
It was a merry occasion for the community to enjoy Use the Arrows < > above to go through the gallery The Arva Christmas party brought warmth and community spirit together in this festive season. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery. Use the Arrows < >...
Kildare residents reminded telephone service for older people is open every day over Christmas
Making connections at Christmas SeniorLine, Ireland’s national telephone service for older people is reminding Kildare residents they are open every day 10am-10pm throughout Christmas and the New Year. "It will be a busy season. Many regular callers will phone on Christmas Day to thank us for...
Revealed: see the top toys on Laois kids' Christmas lists this year!
Ken Black share their most popular toys this year Laois little ones are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa Clause, with many letters having been posted to the North Pole as early as November. Ken Blacks have shared the top presents on Laois children's Santa letters this year. The Leinster ...