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The late Fr Seamus Meehan was 'a calm influence and a man of great wisdom'
Very Rev Fr Meehan, PE, was a retired priest of the Diocese of Raphoe who previously served as the Parish Priest of Templecrone and lived on Main Street in Dungloe Respects have been paid following the passing of Fr Seamus Meehan. Very Rev Fr Meehan, PE, was a retired priest of the Diocese of...
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Tipperary pub to host fundraiser gig in honour of late Tipperary musician
'A Vibe for Ritchie' will raise money for South Tipperary Hospice The Clonmel music community is coming together for The Vibe for Ritchie, a special night celebrating the life, talent, and legacy of Ritchie Taylor — a musician whose influence, kindness, and craft have left a lasting mark on e...
Limerick broadcaster brings a voice to people's loss and grief in new podcast
The podcast from rip.ie coincides with the 20th anniversary of the website rip.ie TO COINCIDE with its 20th anniversary, rip.ie has launched a new podcast hosted by Limerick broadcaster Muireann O’Connell. Sponsored by An Post Insurance, Parting Words is a six-part series featuring open, hone...
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Agatha Christie Festival puts Torquay in the spotlight this spring
Two-day event will include talks with best-selling authors, live performances and a costumed promenade along the Christie Mile A celebration of Agatha Christie’s legacy will return to Torquay this spring following the sell-out success of its inaugural event. Organisers have confirmed that the...
‘One of the most basic and essential needs’: Kilkenny TD welcomes new housing delivery figures
Housing commencements increased over a two-year period, despite a drop last year Fianna Fáíl TD, Peter ‘Chap’ Cleere, has welcomed new commencement data from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage this week that Kilkenny has seen 1,400 new homes started over the last two yea...
Division 4 is haunting Leitrim Ladies as Garrity keeps long-serving Michelle Guckian coming back for Green & Gold
Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4: Leitrim captain hopes to put injury-hit 2025 behind her as Ladies target League promotion and another run in All-Ireland Intermediate Championship Another January, another cold evening in Cloone for Leitrim ladies as they look forward to the start of the Lidl LGFA NF...
Moville panto back on stage with classic tale of Pinocchio set to delight audiences
This year’s production will open at St Eugene’s Hall on Thursday, January 22nd, and run until Sunday, February 1st Moville Musical Society is preparing to present its annual pantomime to help brighten the dark winter evenings in the seaside town. This year’s production of Pinocchio will open ...
Longford family asks for help following 'sudden' death of one-year-old boy
Ravi Lucca Oliveira Santos, who was one year and four months old, passed away on January 3 A family who had been living in Longford are "humbly" asking for help and support following the sudden loss of a one-year-old baby. Ravi Lucca Oliveira Santos, who was one year and four months old, pass...
Find out which 26 Laois community groups got National Lottery funding
Applications have just reopened for grants of up to €10,000 National Lottery money could be won by deserving Laois community groups, of up to €10,000. The HSE has confirmed the 26 Laois groups and charities who received National Lottery grants in 2025, as the scheme opens again for 2026. The ...
Ukrainian delegation arrives in US for peace talks as Russia hits energy sites
A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United States for talks on a US-led diplomatic push to end the war with Russia. They arrived as Russian attacks again took aim at Ukraine’s power grid, cutting electricity and heating in freezing temperatures. Kyrylo Budanov, Ukrainian President Volodymyr ...
Four police hurt and 14 arrests made during Iranian embassy protest
Four officers were injured and 14 people arrested during a protest at the Iranian embassy in London, the Metropolitan Police said. The arrests were made on suspicion of offences including violent disorder and trespass on Friday, the force said. The officers sustained minor injuries. Footage shared o...
Good start for Mark McHugh's Westmeath as they triumph in O'Byrne Cup final
Mark McHugh's Westmeath won the O'Byrne Cup final on Friday night against Kildare Mark McHugh sealed his first title as Westmeath manager after they defeated Kildare by two points in the O’Byrne Cup Final on Friday night in Newbridge. Kilcar native McHugh watched his Westmeath side win an eve...
RIP: 'I will forever be grateful'- Messages pour in after Waterford woman sadly dies
Rachel Farrell (née O'Connell) was from Kerrylodge, Green Road, Butlerstown in Waterford Messaged have poured in on RIP.ie following the sad passing of a Waterford woman who was well-known and loved in her community. Rachel Farrell (née O'Connell) was from Kerrylodge, Green Road, Butlerstown ...
County cross country titles are down for decision in Tipperary
Competition will be keen at the championships Fethard is the venue on this Sunday for the County Under 23 and Masters Cross Country Championships for both women and men. The Eircode is E91D868. Eligibility for these championships is that athletes must be registered for 2026. To compete at Und...
Hero's welcome home to Tipperary for European boxing medallist Isabelle Hawkins
There was a huge turnout of well wishers at St Nicholas Boxing Club's gym in Carrick-on-Suir for Isabelle when she returned home after winning a bronze medal in the European U-17 Boxing Championships in Germany European Under 17 Boxing Championship bronze medallist Isabelle Hawkins received a...
‘One Mystery, One Town’ launched in Edgeworthstown
The project has already attracted national attention, featuring on RTÉ Radio 1 Longford County Council and Longford Library Services launched the ‘One Mystery, One Town’ initiative on Wednesday, January 7, at Edgeworthstown Library. This innovative project invites the entire community to read...
Frank Costello retires from Emerald Star after 55 years
Long-serving employee remembered A Carrick-on-Shannon man who spent more than five decades working on the Shannon has retired from Emerald Star. Frank Costello marked his retirement in early December 2025 after 55 years with the company, where he became known for his dedication, reliability a...
Laois soccer derby among the top ties as Paddy Cotter Cup and CCFL Shield draws made
Portlaoise AFC set to welcome Stradbally Town to Rossleighan Park The draws for the 2026 CCFL Paddy Cotter Cup and Shield have been completed, and Laois clubs who won their first-round games last weekend now know who they'll play in the next round. In the Paddy Cotter Cup, the key Laois ties ...
Marshes Shopping Centre Dundalk marks 20 years with major new tenants
The Centre already welcomed new tenants in November and December As 2025 drew to a close, Dundalk's Marshes Shopping Centre celebrated a significant milestone - its 20th anniversary. The Centre welcomed new tenants in November and December including Lovisa, Golden Discs and Camile Thai. 2026 ...
Letterkenny team rewarded for 20 years of serving festive dinners to those in need
Kathy O'Connor established the annual Christmas Day Dinner at Conwal Parish Hall, Letterkenny in 2005 to help tackle isolation and loneliness The Donegal Volunteer Centre has recognised the contribution of those who bring plenty of festive cheer. Kathy O'Connor established the annual Christma...