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Just six survivors from Tailteann Cup final named in Limerick football team to face Cork
The Munster SFC quarter-final tie is on Sunday at 2pm in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh JIMMY Lee has named his Limerick side for Sunday's Munster SFC quarter-final with Cork. It's a Limerick side that includes just six of the team who played in last summer’s Tailteann Cup final defeat to Kildare...
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'Strong winds and heavy rain' expected all day as yellow weather warning issued for eight counties
It will remain in place uhntil 9pm "Strong winds and heavy rain" are expected in eight counties across Ireland today as Met Éireann have issued a yellow weather warning. There are two warnings in place today, both of which will expire at 9pm tonight. The first is in effect for Waterford, Kerr...
Gardaí appeal for information on Ford car-theft in Raheen
Sergeant Aoife Hannon stated: 'The suspects entered the house, took the keys, and stole the vehicle from outside the property' GARDAÍ are investigating a break-in and car theft that took place in Raheen, county Limerick, in the early hours of April 2. Sergeant Aoife Hannon of Henry Street Gar...
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Scott Mills removed from DJ set at summer concert following BBC sacking
Former BBC Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills has been removed from the line-up of the Ibiza Symphonica summer concert because of the “serious nature” of allegations against him. The 53-year-old was sacked by the BBC shortly before it emerged the Metropolitan Police launched an investigation into him in 201...
This will be a ‘game changer’ - New greenway route to be chosen for South Kilkenny
Woodstock and Inistioge to New Ross route currently being examined by Kilkenny County Council A proposed ‘greenway’ for South Kilkenny ‘couldn’t be put in a more picturesque and historic area,’ according to local councillors. Sustainable economic growth for the area and increased tourism ...
Consent to bail in relation to €160,000 Portarlington drug seizure
The man appeared before Portlaoise District Court A man charged in connection with the discovery of €160,000 of drugs in Portarlington was given consent to bail. Keith Dunne (38) of Mohia Lane, Killurin, Tullamore, Co Offaly applied for bail at a sitting of Portlaoise District Court. He is ac...
Nissan comes to the rescue of seals with specially-adapted Qashqai
Nissan has created a special version of its Qashqai SUV to help rescue injured or abandoned seal pups. The specially adapted Qashqai has been put into use by Caithness Seal Rehabilitation and Release, a coastal wildlife sanctuary near John O’Groats. Run by founders Phil and Clare Boardman and a te...
Donegal duo chosen as Centenarian Ambassadors for 1926 Census release
Sister Florence Hutchinson and Susie Boyle among 48 representatives A pair of Donegal centenarians have been chosen as ambassadors ahead of the release of the 1926 Census of Population records on April 18. Sister Florence Hutchinson, 101, of Bundoran, and Susie Boyle, 100, of Cloughlass, Burt...
Four changes for Mayo Minors as important game against Sligo looms
Mayo Minor manager Diarmuid Byrne has made four changes ahead of this evenings clash in Tubbercurry Mayo’s U-17 footballers are back in Connacht action this evening as they take on Sligo in Tubbercurry. With one win and one loss so far, the side will be aiming to boost their chances of reachi...
The Ariel Atom 4RR is the ultimate track-day toy
Ariel has unveiled the ultimate track-day toy with the Atom 4RR – the fastest car it has ever produced. Ariel is a small British car company that makes lightweight sports cars and off-road vehicles, and the Atom is its longest-serving model. The Atom 4RR is equipped with a hand-built, Honda Civic ...
Talented singer-songwriter to make a welcome return to Tipperary venue
Clonmel World Music Gerry Lawless and the Clonmel World Music crew are delighted to present one of Englands finest Folk/Roots musicians and singers, who is on a very short 4-date Irish tour. His return to Clonmel for a performance at Moynihans in Clonmel on Friday April 17,l follows on from h...
BREAKING: Exhumation of late Liam Farrell's remains underway in Leitrim
The exhumation is being performed by members of the Garda Technical Bureau at Cloonmorris Cemetery, Bornacoola, county Leitrim An exhumation of the remains of Rooskey man Liam Farrell will take place today as part of the garda investigation into circumstances around his death. Chief Superinte...
Mac's View: Donegal picked ideal week for warm-weather training camp
All-Ireland winning manager Brian McEniff on Donegal preparation and the big opening clash of Armagh and Tyrone in the Ulster Championship Donegal picked an ideal week to get away for their pre-championship warm-weather training camp as they wouldn’t have had much joy training at home during ...
Newton Abbot GP creates app to tackle loneliness in the local community
The “YourPatch” app works as a hyper-local digital noticeboard connecting residents with nearby events and support networks A GP in Newton Abbot has developed a new app aimed at tackling social isolation and improving wellbeing in the community. Dr Maurice Kemple, who is based at Cricketfield...
Newton Abbot GP creates app to tackle loneliness in the local community
The “YourPatch” app works as a hyper-local digital noticeboard connecting residents with nearby events and support networks A GP in Newton Abbot has developed a new app aimed at tackling social isolation and improving wellbeing in the community. Dr Maurice Kemple, who is based at Cricketfield...
Exeter's former Lord Mayor honoured with alderman title
Former Exeter lord mayor Percy Prowse becomes honorary alderman in centuries-old Guildhall ceremony recognising outstanding civic contributions A former Lord Mayor of Exeter has been made an Honorary Alderman of the city in recognition of his decade-long contribution to local government. Perc...
Exeter's former Lord Mayor honoured with alderman title
Former Exeter lord mayor Percy Prowse becomes honorary alderman in centuries-old Guildhall ceremony recognising outstanding civic contributions A former Lord Mayor of Exeter has been made an Honorary Alderman of the city in recognition of his decade-long contribution to local government. Perc...
Exeter's former Lord Mayor honoured with alderman title
Former Exeter lord mayor Percy Prowse becomes honorary alderman in centuries-old Guildhall ceremony recognising outstanding civic contributions A former Lord Mayor of Exeter has been made an Honorary Alderman of the city in recognition of his decade-long contribution to local government. Perc...
Scheduled games postponed this weekend due to fuel crisis, Tipperary GAA confirms
Travel and logistics concerns prompt decision, with games now targeted for next Saturday The Tipperary Bord na nÓg Peil games scheduled for this weekend have been postponed due to the current fuel crisis. Due to the current fuel crisis, the Peil 2026 games scheduled for this weekend will be p...
Scheduled games postponed this weekend due to fuel crisis, Tipperary GAA confirms
Travel and logistics concerns prompt decision, with games now targeted for next Saturday The Tipperary Bord na nÓg Peil games scheduled for this weekend have been postponed due to the current fuel crisis. Due to the current fuel crisis, the Peil 2026 games scheduled for this weekend will be p...