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Northern Trust’s maternity service becomes more autism friendly
The Trust wants everyone who uses their services to feel understood, safe and supported during pregnancy and birth The Northern Trust’s maternity team has strengthened the support it provides to autistic women to make services more accessible and improve the overall experience. Deputy Head of...
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Gardaí issue safety advice after driver stopped on Kildare's N7
Child insufficiently secured on passenger seat Gardaí in Naas, Co Kildare recently stopped a vehicle on the N7 after observing the driver using Facetime while driving. Upon inspection, the car was found to have two bald front tyres. There was also a three-year-old child seated on the lap of a...
Gardaí issue safety advice after driver stopped on Kildare's N7
Child insufficiently secured on passenger seat Gardaí in Naas, Co Kildare recently stopped a vehicle on the N7 after observing the driver using Facetime while driving. Upon inspection, the car was found to have two bald front tyres. There was also a three-year-old child seated on the lap of a...
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Potential alterations to Mayo Championships dictate Convention discourse
The event saw plenty of interesting proposals brought to the floor at the annual GAA Convention in Knock Every year at the Mayo GAA Convention, motions taken to the floor by clubs bring with them plenty of response from other delegates, and 2025 was no different. With every club across the co...
Storm Bram: Kilkenny households left without power as storm hits Ireland
Approximately 83 people are impacted by an outage in the Castlecomer area of Kilkenny Approximately 83 people are without power in Castlecomer in Nort Kilkenny as Storm Bram continues to make its presence felt across Ireland. The ESB have apologised for the loss of supply and stated that they...
Van reverses into a car and drives off from Donegal car park
The incident occurred at St Mary’s Road, Buncrana, on Wednesday, December 3, shortly after 5:15pm A van reversed into a car and then proceeded to leave the car park. The incident occurred at St Mary’s Road, Buncrana, on Wednesday, December 3, shortly after 5:15pm. A white Peugeot Partner van ...
Former healthcare chief Steven Lindsay appointed President of Derry Chamber
New Chamber President pledges action on Magee Campus, City Deals and connectivity The Derry Chamber of Commerce has confirmed the appointment of Steven Lindsay as its new President at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting. Lindsay, previously the Chamber’s Vice President, replaces outgoin...
Great excitement as Christmas lights switched on in local Tipperary Town
The Christmas lights illuminate The Plan There was great excitement for the turning on of the lights at The Plan on Sunday, December 7. The Committee was very busy Saturday and Sunday getting everything ready. READ MORE: Tipperary soccer club acknowledges the great talent within their ranks a...
Two charged after pepper spray and robbery incident at Heathrow
Two men have been charged with robbery and administering a noxious substance after more than 20 people were affected by pepper spray at Heathrow Airport. Tyrone Richards, 31, of no fixed address and Anton Clarke-Butcher, 24, of Lambeth, south London, are due to appear at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Cour...
Fastest growth in LGB population among adults in late 20s and early 30s
The proportion of people in the UK who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual (LGB) is growing fastest among adults in their late 20s and early 30s, new figures suggest. Some 6.4% of 25-34 year-olds identified as LGB in 2024, up from 3.6% in 2019. This is the largest growth for any age group over this...
Man arrested in cow-rustling inquiry after 18 stolen bovines found
A man has been arrested after 18 cows that were stolen in west Cork two weeks ago were located by gardai. The cattle were taken from a farm in the Lakelands area of Skibbereen overnight on Monday November 24. Searches were carried out in the Ballydehob area of west Cork on Monday December 8, and the...
Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Tuesday morning, December 9
The following deaths have taken place: - Padraig Gallagher, Cloghan - John Boyce, Termon - Charlie Doherty, Greencastle - Philip McLaughlin, Buncrana - Tina Duffy, Newtowncunningham - Annie Marie McKinley, Dunfanaghy - Charlie Callaghan, Ramelton - Edward McCosker, Lifford - Tara Scanlon, Killygordo...
Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Tuesday morning, December 9
The following deaths have taken place: - Padraig Gallagher, Cloghan - John Boyce, Termon - Charlie Doherty, Greencastle - Philip McLaughlin, Buncrana - Tina Duffy, Newtowncunningham - Annie Marie McKinley, Dunfanaghy - Charlie Callaghan, Ramelton - Edward McCosker, Lifford - Tara Scanlon, Killygordo...
Death notices and funeral arrangements for Donegal on Tuesday morning, December 9
The following deaths have taken place: - Padraig Gallagher, Cloghan - John Boyce, Termon - Charlie Doherty, Greencastle - Philip McLaughlin, Buncrana - Tina Duffy, Newtowncunningham - Annie Marie McKinley, Dunfanaghy - Charlie Callaghan, Ramelton - Edward McCosker, Lifford - Tara Scanlon, Killygordo...
Clinic 45 launches new walk-in healthcare services in Letterkenny and Bridgend
Offering affordable, walk-in medical care to patients seeking fast and convenient treatment A new private healthcare service, Clinic 45, has opened its doors in both Letterkenny and Bridgend, offering affordable, walk-in medical care to patients seeking fast and convenient treatment. The dual...
Clinic 45 launches new walk-in healthcare services in Letterkenny and Bridgend
Offering affordable, walk-in medical care to patients seeking fast and convenient treatment A new private healthcare service, Clinic 45, has opened its doors in both Letterkenny and Bridgend, offering affordable, walk-in medical care to patients seeking fast and convenient treatment. The dual...
Gardaí seeking witnesses as front door left ‘shattered’ in Letterkenny incident
The incident of criminal damage happened in the Cashel Park area of Letterkenny on Thursday, December 4 at approximately 8pm Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after the front door glass of a house in Letterkenny was left “shattered”. The incident happened in the Cashel Park area of Letterken...
Funding dispute raises major concerns over future of homelessness services in Exeter
As Devon County Council prepares budget reductions and city organisations seek clarity, leaders differ on how to secure long-term support for people facing homelessness. Exeter’s homelessness support services are facing continued uncertainty as Devon County Council prepares to reduce its home...
Major garda operation continues in Kilkenny with visible checkpoints
A high impact operation has been launched in Kilkenny and its environs Gardaí from the Roads Policing Units in Kilkenny and Thomastown have launched a new Christmas campaign with a high impact operation targeting detection of intoxicated driving and other life saver offences. - PICTURES BELOW...
Ireland star signs two-year contract extension with Munster Rugby
Craig Casey has signed a two-year contract extension with Munster Rugby Munster Rugby and the IRFU are pleased to confirm a two-year contract extension for Craig Casey that will keep him at the province until at least 2028. A 24-cap Ireland international, Casey has made 104 appearances for th...