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'Simply not good enough': Longford children and families left without vital support
Children and families across Longford are without access to a senior psychologist within their local (CAMHS) - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Longford Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke says it is 'simply not good enough' that there is currently just one senior psychology post assigned to...
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Match details for Kildare's visit to Cavan this weekend
Brian Flanagan's men are coming off a chaotic encounter with Derry which saw two red cards, two black cards and ultimately a disappointing defeat Brian Flanagan's men are coming off a chaotic encounter with Derry which saw two red cards, two black cards and ultimately a disappointing defeat. ...
'Incredibly proud' - Kilkenny athlete recognised after year of remarkable success
The Galmoy athlete attended a ceremony in the chamber of Kilkenny County Council Kilkenny County Council hosted a Civic Reception to celebrate and acknowledge the outstanding achievements of Galmoy athlete Katie Bergin at their Plenary Meeting on Monday. The event, attended by elected members...
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‘Sleep well little sister’: Brother shares last moments of nurse’s life before fatal Limerick collision in moving eulogy
Nurse Áine O'Reilly, aged 33, of Pallasgreen was killed during a hit-and-run collision on the N24, near Boher “SLEEP well little sister,” said Eoin O’Reilly, who delivered a touching eulogy at the conclusion of the funeral Mass of Limerick nurse Áine O’Reilly in Nicker church this Wednesd...
New American fast-food chain drive-thru set to open in Exeter next week
Major US fast-food chain Wendy’s to open on Alphington Road, with 100 free burgers for early customers and new jobs created in Exeter American fast-food chain Wendy's will open its first Exeter restaurant on Thursday, 26 February, bringing a new drive-thru offering to Alphington Park. The new...
New American fast-food chain drive-thru set to open in Exeter next week
Major US fast-food chain Wendy’s to open on Alphington Road, with 100 free burgers for early customers and new jobs created in Exeter American fast-food chain Wendy's will open its first Exeter restaurant on Thursday, 26 February, bringing a new drive-thru offering to Alphington Park. The new...
New American fast-food chain drive-thru set to open in Exeter next week
Major US fast-food chain Wendy’s to open on Alphington Road, with 100 free burgers for early customers and new jobs created in Exeter American fast-food chain Wendy's will open its first Exeter restaurant on Thursday, 26 February, bringing a new drive-thru offering to Alphington Park. The new...
North Devon tenants and landlords urged to prepare for 'major' rental reforms
Renters’ Rights Act 2026: How the new private sector reforms will change tenancies, rent increases, and pet rules in North Devon. Sweeping changes to the private rented sector are set to take effect from May, prompting North Devon Council to warn local residents and property owners to prepare...
North Devon tenants and landlords urged to prepare for 'major' rental reforms
Renters’ Rights Act 2026: How the new private sector reforms will change tenancies, rent increases, and pet rules in North Devon. Sweeping changes to the private rented sector are set to take effect from May, prompting North Devon Council to warn local residents and property owners to prepare...
North Devon tenants and landlords urged to prepare for 'major' rental reforms
Renters’ Rights Act 2026: How the new private sector reforms will change tenancies, rent increases, and pet rules in North Devon. Sweeping changes to the private rented sector are set to take effect from May, prompting North Devon Council to warn local residents and property owners to prepare...
Prolonged greenway project connecting heritage towns enters public consultation phase
Cllr Declan Burgess provides latest updates on Cahir-Cashel greenway progress A greenway linking the heritage towns of Cahir and Cashel has been under discussion for several years. READ MORE: LATEST: Cashel St Patrick’s Day Parade Committee unveils plans for 2026 celebration Conceived as a wa...
Night at the Dogs in Thurles will support Tipperary senior hurling team
Event will follow Tipp's league match with Limerick at FBD Semple Stadium The Tipperary Supporters Club will host a Night at the Dogs this coming Saturday, February 21 at Thurles Greyhound Stadium, with the first of ten races off at 7.30pm. The event will follow Tipperary's clash with Limeric...
ALERT: Water outage warning for Waterford town as major works enter final stage
Uisce Éireann says homes and businesses could lose supply for several hours on Friday Residents and businesses in a Waterford town are being warned to expect low water pressure or a temporary loss of supply this Friday as major upgrade works enter their final phase. Uisce Éireann confirmed th...
Prolonged greenway project connecting heritage towns enters public consultation phase
Cllr Declan Burgess provides latest updates on Cahir-Cashel greenway progress A greenway linking the heritage towns of Cahir and Cashel has been under discussion for several years. READ MORE: LATEST: Cashel St Patrick’s Day Parade Committee unveils plans for 2026 celebration Conceived as a wa...
Night at the Dogs in Thurles will support Tipperary senior hurling team
Event will follow Tipp's league match with Limerick at FBD Semple Stadium The Tipperary Supporters Club will host a Night at the Dogs this coming Saturday, February 21 at Thurles Greyhound Stadium, with the first of ten races off at 7.30pm. The event will follow Tipperary's clash with Limeric...
How Tipperary residents can tackle climate change through everyday shopping
Some basic changes could make a big difference to the planet. It is not new news to anyone that climate change is at a rapid rate, with little signs of slowing down over the last few years. There are many ways in which people in Tipperary can help fight climate change and do their bit to save...
'Have some manners and respect for others'- Browne calls for locals to keep roads clean
Councillor Liam Browne is urging local residents to do their part in keeping the area clean, especially with people walking with dogs. Councillor Liam Browne is urging local residents to do their part in keeping the area clean, especially with people walking with dogs. Browne took to Facebook...
REVEALED | All the Longford roads that will benefit from multi million euro allocation
Longford is poised to benefit to the tune of almost €20 million ; €6m for long awaited N4 Longford to Mullingar upgrade project and €13,633,825 for Longford Roads Longford is poised to benefit to the tune of almost €20 million after Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien announced over ...
All-Ireland Bluetongue resolution needed for live exports North and South - Sligo/Leitrim TD
Deputy Martin Kenny was speaking following statements in the Dáil this evening in relation to the Bluetongue outbreaks. Sligo/Leitrim TD, Martin Kenny, has called for a resolution to live exports between North and South. Deputy Kenny was speaking following statements in the Dáil this evening ...
"We know she is lying somewhere" - what Deirdre Jacob's dad said in heartbreaking interview on 25th anniversary of disappearance
A major new appeal was issued in 2023 "We have one mission and that is to find Deirdre. We know she is lying somewhere" - those were the words of Michael Jacob - the father of Deirdre Jacob - on the 25th anniversary of her disappearance in 2023. The brave family have carried a consistent hope...