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WATCH: Local schoolchildren help shape plan at launch of Rathkeale Town Centre First Plan
Charlie, Sean and Stephen from St Joseph’s NS offer fresh ideas for a greener and more welcoming Rathkeale town centre Rathkeale’s vision for a brighter, more connected future was brought to life not just by local leaders and community groups, but also by the youngest voices in the town, as p...
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Mayo employer awarded 'Great Place to Work' certification
Westport Estate commented: 'This achievement is a reflection of the dedication, passion and teamwork' Mayo based employer 'Westport Estate' has been awarded a Great Place To Work Certification. The company's social media account called the recognition a true testament to their ongoing commitm...
Over 11,000 learner drivers in Waterford are a 'direct threat' to safety of other drivers
Nationally there were 394,128 learner permit holders at the end of September 2025. New figures released from the Irish Road Safety Authority (RSA) reveal that there are 11,247 learner drivers on Waterford roads. Nationally there were 394,128 learner permit holders at the end of September 2025...
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Overgrown trees at Laois war memorial park
'They're trying to raise the flag but there are branches in the way' Trees are getting in the way of raising flags at the Laois memorial garden in Portlaoise. Laois County Council Cathaoirleach, Cllr Barry Walsh has asked the council to do a trimming job on them. He tabled a motion to the Nov...
Head of culture select committee advises against replacing BBC chairman
The head of the culture select committee has advised against replacing BBC chairman Samir Shah and said the board needs to institute some “fundamental changes” amid “chaos” at the corporation. Dame Caroline Dinenage criticised the evidence Mr Shah gave to MPs earlier in the week, but said it...
Max George’s ‘scary’ heart health episode before starting tour
Singer Max George has said he had a “scary” hospital visit two days before he was scheduled to head out on an international tour. In an interview with the Daily Mirror, George — a member of the boyband The Wanted — opened up about the health issues he has faced since undergoing surgery last ...
Brixham Hospital site to see nine new homes despite local objections
Torbay Council gives green light in principle to new housing on Greenswood Road, amid traffic and parking worries Nine new homes are to be built at Brixham Hospital despite neighbours’ objections over parking and traffic. The proposal by the Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust has been approved ...
Brixham Hospital site to see nine new homes despite local objections
Torbay Council gives green light in principle to new housing on Greenswood Road, amid traffic and parking worries Nine new homes are to be built at Brixham Hospital despite neighbours’ objections over parking and traffic. The proposal by the Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust has been approved ...
Brixham Hospital site to see nine new homes despite local objections
Torbay Council gives green light in principle to new housing on Greenswood Road, amid traffic and parking worries Nine new homes are to be built at Brixham Hospital despite neighbours’ objections over parking and traffic. The proposal by the Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust has been approved ...
Tipperary artist to have painting of famous Irish writer displayed in UCC
Gerry Davis' painting of Edna O'Brien will be displayed in Cork A significant new series of contemporary fine art portraits celebrating pioneering women from across Munster, with Tipperary artist Gerry Davis creating the portrait of Edna O’Brien, have been unveiled at University College Cork....
Tipperary artist to have painting of famous Irish writer displayed in UCC
Gerry Davis' painting of Edna O'Brien will be displayed in Cork A significant new series of contemporary fine art portraits celebrating pioneering women from across Munster, with Tipperary artist Gerry Davis creating the portrait of Edna O’Brien, have been unveiled at University College Cork....
Limerick town unveils new Town Centre First plan aimed at revitalising its town centre
Rathkeale launches its Town Centre First plan, bringing community and leaders together around a shared vision for renewal Rathkeale has taken a significant step toward a more vibrant and sustainable future with the official launch of the Rathkeale Town Centre First (TCF) Plan. Locals, county ...
Don't miss the final night of Twilight Thursday in Limerick until next year
The initiative has been praised for bringing more people into the city for comedy, music, entertainment and more THE final instalment of Twilight Thursdays for this year takes place today (Thursday, November 27). The social nights will return again in January 2026. Tonight has some interestin...
Irish Racing Yearbook features interview with top Kildare trainer
The Yearbook officially launched at Punchestown Racecourse on Tuesday, December 9 The Irish Racing Yearbook 2026, which includes an interview with Kildare jockey turned trainer Johnny Murtagh - will be officially launched at Punchestown Racecourse on Tuesday, December 9. This year’s edition i...
Major works: 'biggest playground in Laois' to close for total revamp
Rathdowney playground to undergo major renovation Laois County Council have closed a local playground to allow for major works to take place. Rathdowney playground, Darú na nÓg, will close from Monday December 1 until further notice. In February, the playground received €95,000 through the Co...
Irish Racing Yearbook features interview with top Kildare trainer
The Yearbook officially launched at Punchestown Racecourse on Tuesday, December 9 The Irish Racing Yearbook 2026, which includes an interview with Kildare jockey turned trainer Johnny Murtagh - will be officially launched at Punchestown Racecourse on Tuesday, December 9. This year’s edition i...
Donegal man who aggressively approached ex-partner outside court gets suspended sentence
Inspector Aoife Curley told the court that the defendant approached the woman on multiple occasions outside Glenties District Court and caused her to be in fear - just three weeks after a protection order was granted A Donegal man who aggressively approached his former partner outside a court...
More short-stay beds set to open in Ballyshannon Community Hospital
Just 10 of the 20 short-stay beds have been in use since the opening of Ballyshannon Community Hospital, but it is expected the remainder will be opened in the coming weeks Health chiefs hope to open 10 more short-stay beds at Ballyshannon Community Hospital before Christmas. Residents moved ...
Budget does not go far enough in public service investment – Stormont minister
The Chancellor’s Budget “doesn’t go far enough” in investing in public services and boosting growth, Stormont’s Finance Minister John O’Dowd has said. Mr O’Dowd said Rachel Reeves’ spending plan “strengthened the need” for fiscal devolution in Northern Ireland. The UK Government ...
Appeal made against refusal for 45 new homes in Ardee
An Coimisiún Pleanála to decide The decision by Louth County Council to refuse planning permission for 45 new homes has been appealed to An Bord Coimisiún (formerly An Bord Pleanála). MRM Structural Limited applied for planning permission in August for a development at The Blackridge, Townpar...