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Paid for flights/tickets to Man United game with someone else's bank card, Kildare court hears
The card holder was 'unaware of what happened' A man used somebody else’s bank card to pay for flights and tickets for five people to see a game between Premier League teams Manchester United and Crystal Palace. This was the allegation made at a Naas District Court sitting. Before the court w...
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Paid for flights/tickets to Man United game with someone else's bank card, Kildare court hears
The card holder was 'unaware of what happened' A man used somebody else’s bank card to pay for flights and tickets for five people to see a game between Premier League teams Manchester United and Crystal Palace. This was the allegation made at a Naas District Court sitting. Before the court w...
PICTURES: Excitement builds for big wellbeing expo with Portlaoise launch
Excitement is building for this year’s Live Well Health & Wellbeing Expo with the official launch taking place in Portlaoise. The Expo is expected to draw more than 2,000 people to the new venue of the Midlands Park Hotel on Wednesday, April 8. This year’s event, which was launched at Áras ...
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Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens visits Causeway Down’s Syndrome Support Group music therapy session
The Mayor met with families involved in the group and observed a music therapy session, delivered as part of CDSSG’s wider programme of activities supporting children and young people with Down’s syndrome Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, visited Causeway Down’s S...
Longford in the spotlight in quest for league glory
NFL Division 4 Final against Carlow at Croke Park on Saturday - LIVE on TG4 Following the pulsating promotion triumph in the remarkable comeback against gutted Wicklow at Glennon Brothers Pearse Park on Sunday last, the delighted Longford senior footballers will be playing in Division 3 next ...
Nathan Carter, Mike Denver, Tumbling Paddies lead Cowboys and Heroes 2026 line-up
North West Hospice named as festival charity as organisers seek volunteers for Drumcoura weekend The Cowboys and Heroes Festival is set to return to Drumcoura City, Co Leitrim, from May 29 to June 1, with a packed line-up of country music stars confirmed. Headliners include Nathan Carter, Mik...
Exeter pub named among UK's top 10 venues for live music
Where to find the best live jazz and acoustic music in Exeter this weekend An Exeter venue has been named as one of the best pubs in Britain for live music, according to a new national ranking. Browns Exeter has secured a spot in a top ten list compiled by the pub-discovery website and app Ea...
PICTURES: Tullamore Hair Salon marks World Down Syndrome Day with special fundraising event
Brushed Hair Salon in Market Square raised over €3,000 in their quest to spread awareness Brushed Hair Salon marked World Down Syndrome Day with a special fundraising event in Market square, Tullamore on Saturday, March 21. The salon hosted a bake sale, raffled tickets for €700 worth of produ...
South Devon MP calls for price cap and VAT cut as rural homes face rising bills
South Devon MP Caroline Voaden calls for urgent support for off-grid homes as heating oil costs continue to rise amid Iran conflict On Monday, the Prime Minister hosted an emergency meeting with senior ministers and the Bank of England governor to discuss the widening economic impact of the U...
Inside Track: It’s time for us all to shout McDonnells abú
Inside Track with Joe Carroll McDonnell was the surname on many Louth supporters’ lips after the win over Derry at Ardee. And with very good reason. Three of the clan had been involved in a splendid four-point win, Niall performing heroically in goals, Dara opening the scoring with a two-poin...
PICTURES: Style and smiles as County Limerick students take to the catwalk
Students from Scoil Mhuire agus Íde, Newcastle West showcase the latest trends at their fashion show USE ARROWS OR NEXT BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURES 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, wed...
RIP: Tributes paid to Tipperary man who passed away peacefully and was 'a true gentleman'
Community mourns beloved Portroe man remembered fondly by family and friends The death has occurred of Daniel Carr, Corbally, Portroe, Nenagh, who passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, at University Hospital Limerick, surrounded by his loving family. Mr Carr was predeceased by his belov...
Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial
A jury in the US has found both Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services, awarding the plaintiff three million dollars (£2.2 million) in damages. The decision came after more than 40 hours ...
Craig Bellamy: Wales would be a ‘massive asset’ if they qualify for World Cup
Craig Bellamy insisted Wales would be a “massive asset” to the World Cup if they progressed through the play-offs by beating Bosnia and Herzegovina. Wales are two wins from appearing at a second-successive World Cup and welcome Bosnia to Cardiff City Stadium for a play-off semi-final on Thursday...
Craig Bellamy: Wales would be a ‘massive asset’ if they qualify for World Cup
Craig Bellamy insisted Wales would be a “massive asset” to the World Cup if they progressed through the play-offs by beating Bosnia and Herzegovina. Wales are two wins from appearing at a second-successive World Cup and welcome Bosnia to Cardiff City Stadium for a play-off semi-final on Thursday...
Controversial plan to convert Laois pub to IPAS accommodation approved
The retention planning permission was sought last July Retention planning has been granted to a pub which was converted into IPAS accommodation in Laois. Marc Lennon has been granted retention planning permission to convert Peader’s Bar, Mary Street in Durrow for use for people seeking shelte...
Man who killed father-of-two with ‘unprovoked’ single punch jailed
A man who killed a father-of-two after punching him once in an “utterly unprovoked” and “alcohol-fuelled” attack after a charity event has been jailed. Jack Frogell, who was known as Olly, died after being hit by David Lewis after arriving to collect his wife and two children from Hemel Hemp...
William and Kate attend enthronement of first female Archbishop of Canterbury
The Prince of Wales has deputised for the King at the enthronement of the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, just days after a move to draw a line under questions about his commitment to the Christian faith. William, who was joined by the Princess of Wales, is a future Supreme Governor of the Ch...
Resident doctors announce strikes just after Easter break
Resident doctors in England are to strike for six days in the ongoing row over jobs and pay, the British Medical Association (BMA) announced. The latest round of industrial action will start just after the Easter long weekend from 7am on April 7 until 6.59am on April 13, the union said. The doctors...
Chase Infiniti: ‘I believe things that were meant for me will find me’
American actress Chase Infiniti has shared her gratitude for her recent success and the opportunity to bring strong, complex characters to life. The 25-year-old, who rose to fame starring in the Oscar-winning film One Battle After Another, says she hopes her performances allow people who look like h...