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VOX POP: St Eithne's Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
The students of St Eithne's Primary School tell The Derry News what their favourite thing is about the school and what they would say to encourage a friend to come to the school Cian, P5 There are a lot of people in the school and they are very friendly. We have different clubs after school, ...
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Bringing the Heartlands region to Longford: the HeARTlands Exhibition
This four-week winter event is focused on celebrating nature, the beautiful Hidden Heartlands region, wildflowers and trees Feeling low with winter taking away the flowers and leaves? Look no further than the HeARTlands Art Exhibition, which is taking place in Edgeworthstown Library from Wedn...
Knock solar project workshop discuss new community benefit fund
The Community Benefit Fund will provide much-needed support to local community groups The Erkina Solar Cluster, which includes Erkina, Sheehy's, and Monaincha solar farms, was discussed at a well attended community forum. The Erkina Solar Project Community Workshop took place on Tuesday eveni...
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Popular Christmas lights display set for switch-on event in County Limerick village
Ambassador and Limerick hurler Nickie Quaid will switch on the Christmas lights and he will be joined by other local sporting icons, as well as Santa Claus himself in Templeglantine ONE of Limerick’s most cherished festive traditions is set to return as Tony Noonan prepares to switch on his f...
PREDICTION: Kiltimagh carry Mayo football hopes in Connacht final
The Junior champs will face off against Aughavas in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada with glory on the line Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins titles. On Saturday afternoon, the men from Gilmartin Park in Kiltimagh will travel to Carrick on Shannon to take on Aughavas in the Connach...
Government in ‘denial’ on gender ruling, says Sandie Peggie’s lawyer
The lawyer representing Sandie Peggie has said the Scottish Government is in “denial” over the Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of a woman. Speaking on BBC Scotcast, Naomi Cunningham said the court’s judgment was “a model of clarity and simplicity” and she claimed the Scottish ...
'People are getting desperate' - Laois struggling to get housing loans and grants
Councillors have argued people are facing 'red tape' when it comes to loans and grants Laois County Council have heard that "the rules are not working" regarding loans and grants for homes as the approval rates for this year have been very low. Raising the issue at the November meeting of Lao...
University of Exeter celebrates double win at Tech South West Awards
Degree apprenticeship programmes earn regional recognition for boosting skills, widening participation and supporting the South West’s growing tech workforce. The University of Exeter has been recognised for its contribution to skills development in the region after winning two awards for its...
PICTURES: Festive spirit as families attend local Christmas craft market in Tipperary
Over 20 stall holders displayed their products at the market which took place on Saturday November 23. Sara from Sara's Bakes displays some of her delicious confectionery at the Tipperary Town Christmas Craft Market. The Tipperary Town Christmas Craft Market took place at the Marian Hall, Tip...
Boyle: 'Strengthened protections needed in the fishing sector'
Fine Gael spokesperson on fisheries and the marine in Seanad Éireann, Senator Manus Boyle, has tabled a motion which highlights the economic, cultural and social importance of the fishing sector to Ireland There needs to be stronger protections for Ireland’s fishing industry and coastal commu...
Standout performances wow crowds at Exeter Racecourse charity raceday
Local trainers celebrate standout performances as Exeter raceday raises vital funds for Devon Air Ambulance. Devon enjoyed a strong showing at Exeter Racecourse on Sunday, with two locally trained horses securing victories during the annual Devon Air Ambulance raceday. Tenter Le Tout, a three...
Standout performances wow crowds at Exeter Racecourse charity raceday
Local trainers celebrate standout performances as Exeter raceday raises vital funds for Devon Air Ambulance. Devon enjoyed a strong showing at Exeter Racecourse on Sunday, with two locally trained horses securing victories during the annual Devon Air Ambulance raceday. Tenter Le Tout, a three...
New International Food Market set to open in Torquay
Market Street in Torquay sees new life as International Food Market prepares for grand opening tomorrow, Friday 28 November A new International Food Market is set to open in Torquay tomorrow, Friday 28 November. The shop at 14 Market Street will welcome customers from 11:00am. The market is t...
Standout performances wow crowds at Exeter Racecourse charity raceday
Local trainers celebrate standout performances as Exeter raceday raises vital funds for Devon Air Ambulance. Devon enjoyed a strong showing at Exeter Racecourse on Sunday, with two locally trained horses securing victories during the annual Devon Air Ambulance raceday. Tenter Le Tout, a three...
New International Food Market set to open in Torquay
Market Street in Torquay sees new life as International Food Market prepares for grand opening tomorrow, Friday 28 November A new International Food Market is set to open in Torquay tomorrow, Friday 28 November. The shop at 14 Market Street will welcome customers from 11:00am. The market is t...
Artist’s portraits could be a game-changer for Torquay United’s future
A veteran artist’s portraits of Torquay United legends could raise thousands and spark a football revival — with big dreams for the club’s future
Oscar Piastri says ‘the answer is no’ over aiding Lando Norris’ title bid
Lando Norris has been told by Oscar Piastri that he will not help his McLaren team-mate fend off Red Bull’s Max Verstappen to win the world championship. Norris heads both Verstappen and Piastri by 24 points with 58 to play for across the final two rounds, starting at this weekend’s Qatar Grand ...
Putin sees US peace plan as starting point as he warns Ukraine to withdraw
US proposals to end the war between Russia and Ukraine offer a starting point for talks, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said, as he told Ukrainian forces to pull back or be overrun by Russia’s bigger army. “We need to sit down and discuss this seriously,” Mr Putin told reporters at the e...
Macron unveils new French voluntary military service for 18 and 19-year-olds
French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a new national military service plan on Thursday as France seeks to bolster its armed forces to address growing concerns over Russia’s threat to European nations beyond the war in Ukraine. Mr Macron announced that volunteers aged 18 and 19 will start servi...
Leo brings message of peace in first foreign trip as Pope
Pope Leo XIV is in Turkey on his first foreign trip. The journey fulfils the late Pope Francis’s plans to mark an important Orthodox anniversary and bring a message of peace to the region at a crucial time in efforts to end the war in Ukraine and ease Middle East tensions. Leo’s charter plane la...