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ICYMI: Motorist stunned by Kilkenny gardaí as he's arrested in broad daylight

An Garda Síochana shared the details of the arrest in Kilkenny City on social media An Garda Síochána in Kilkenny have arrested a driver after it emerged that they provided a false name during a traffic stop. The incident occurred when officers stopped the vehicle and discovered that the driv...

Leak leaves Tipperary street flooded just days after resurfacing works finish

Residents of Davis Street in Tipperary Town are facing ongoing disruption after recent resurfacing works have had to be dug up due to a water leak underground. A street in Tipperary experienced flooding this week, just days after resurfacing works were completed. Residents of Davis Street in ...

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South Tipperary Cycling Club members take a scenic route on Sunday spin

Suir crossings and plenty of mountain views Last Sunday was all about rivers and mountains for the members of South Tipp Cycling Club. Nine riders with South Tipp Cycling Club went out for a scenic spin around the Nire Valley and multiple crossings of the Suir. READ MORE: Tipperary County Cou...

Former Ursuline student in Tipperary and Hollywood star to appear on Late Late Show

Jessie Buckley and Maggie Gyllenhaal will join Patrick Kielty this Friday night Patrick Kielty catches up with Hollywood actors Jessie Buckley and Maggie Gyllenhaal in London this week. The pair talk about working together on The Bride! ahead of its release next month and give a sneak peek of...

Leak leaves Tipperary street flooded just days after resurfacing works finish

Residents of Davis Street in Tipperary Town are facing ongoing disruption after recent resurfacing works have had to be dug up due to a water leak underground. A street in Tipperary experienced flooding this week, just days after resurfacing works were completed. Residents of Davis Street in ...

South Tipperary Cycling Club members take a scenic route on Sunday spin

Suir crossings and plenty of mountain views Last Sunday was all about rivers and mountains for the members of South Tipp Cycling Club. Nine riders with South Tipp Cycling Club went out for a scenic spin around the Nire Valley and multiple crossings of the Suir. READ MORE: Tipperary County Cou...

Former Ursuline student in Tipperary and Hollywood star to appear on Late Late Show

Jessie Buckley and Maggie Gyllenhaal will join Patrick Kielty this Friday night Patrick Kielty catches up with Hollywood actors Jessie Buckley and Maggie Gyllenhaal in London this week. The pair talk about working together on The Bride! ahead of its release next month and give a sneak peek of...

PICTURES | Fantastic style and celebrations with Síle Seoige at Longford Slashers gala presentation

Longford Slashers ladies captured their 7th county title in succession in 2025, while Longford Slashers hurlers were crowned county champions for the 13th time Use the Arrows < > above to go through the gallery There was fantastic style and celebrations with guest MC Síle Seoige at the Longf...

Limerick Greenway first in Ireland to launch full end-to-end Virtual Reality tour

The immersive tour captures the natural beauty, heritage and engineering landmarks along Limerick Greenway, including the recently opened €2.48 million Limerick Greenway Hub @ Rathkeale LIMERICK Greenway has become the first Greenway in Ireland to use Virtual Reality (VR) technology to delive...

Eight people on trolleys at Kildare's chief hospital today

There were none on trolleys at neighbouring Tullamore Hospital Eight people were treated on trolleys today at Naas Hospital. The most overcrowding hospital in the eastern region was St Vincent's Hospital, which has 36 patients on trolleys while the least was Connolly Hospital (three). There w...

Laois business receives surprising letter from US tourists one year on from their visit

Portlaoise shop couldn't believe the letter they received, one year on from serving tourists While gathering post on Tuesday morning, a Laois worker was surprised to see that a letter had been sent to their business from the United States. Allbooks in Portlaoise is well known for its fantasti...

Eight people on trolleys at Kildare's chief hospital today

There were none on trolleys at neighbouring Tullamore Hospital Eight people were treated on trolleys today at Naas Hospital. The most overcrowding hospital in the eastern region was St Vincent's Hospital, which has 36 patients on trolleys while the least was Connolly Hospital (three). There w...

Louth homeless numbers on the rise again after dip at Christmas

Homeless Report January 2025 Following a slight fall during the Christmas period, homeless numbers in Louth and the North East region rose again in January, according to the latest figures released by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. 165 adults accessed local authorit...

Louth residents 'deserve roads they can rely on'

Cllr Ciarán Fisher says €22.45 million investment in Louth's roads for 2026 is 'very welcome news and a positive step forward for our communities' Councillor Ciarán Fisher has said that the recent announcement of "a €22.45 million investment in Louth's roads for 2026 is very welcome news and ...

'Major investment' in Carlow health facilities will 'significantly enhance' services

The projects represent a major investment in injury and emergency care, ambulance services, disability services, and substance misuse supports The HSE has announced it will be providing funding for a number of health projects in Carlow as part of its Capital Plan 2026. The projects represent ...

In pictures: Buncrana’s voices heard at protest over ‘uncertainty’

The protest, organised by Fiona Igoe, called for increased support in special education Buncrana protest held over “uncertainty” in special education supports. The protest was organised by Fiona Igoe, whose daughter, Síofra, attends St Oran’s National School and receives Special Needs Assist...

From rehearsal room to the spotlight: getting ready for Beauty and the Beast

Cast member Eoghan O’Boyle shares behind-the-scenes journey from audition nerves to opening night excitement ahead of Buncrana musical that starts on Sunday Show business, like sport, is often seen as glamorous, with stars in flashy costumes singing and dancing under the spotlight in beautifu...

IN PICTURES: Derry concertgoers out in force for David James’ milestone Millennium Forum debut

A dream come true for Killea native David James Stephen and Jennifer O'Neill. (Photos - Kerrie Quinn, nwpresspics) We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a qui...

New Dean Maxwell for Roscrea welcomed by RCDC Chairman

The Dean Maxwell Home is truly a 'home' for many people from Roscrea the Chairman said Roscrea is rejoicing since news the town will receive a new €23-million public nursing home that will carry the name Dean Maxwell into the future. Chairman and founder of the Roscrea Community Development C...