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Tipperary's greatest-ever golfer has excelled at the very highest levels of the sport
Arthur Pierse has been honoured with Annerville award Widely acknowledged as Tipperary’s greatest-ever golfer, Arthur Pierse’s journey in the sport has taken him all over the world and has seen him excel at the very highest levels, both nationally and internationally, in amateur golf since th...
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Throwback Thursday: Pictures from the Limerick Leader archives
Throwback Thursday - In association with Glasshouse Opticians For this week's Throwback Thursday gallery, our first of 2026, we have picked 12 photos from the Limerick Leader archives - dating back to September and October 2012 - which may bring back some memories! Use arrows or click next fo...
Chris Wilder not getting carried away as Sheff Utd record back-to-back wins
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder insists his team will not be getting carried away after they beat Leicester 3-1 at Bramall Lane. Goals from Japhet Tanganga, Tom Cannon and Callum O’Hare were enough to give the Blades a comfortable win, with Jordan James grabbing a consolation goal late on. Unit...
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Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea exit came after multiple discussions with Manchester City
Enzo Maresca’s departure from Chelsea came after he informed the club he had been in contact on multiple occasions with Manchester City about taking over from Pep Guardiola, the Press Association understands. The Italian left his job on Thursday after 18 months during which time he led the club ba...
Slot glad Hugo Ekitike stayed on feet despite missed chance to claim penalty
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot was left to rue striker Hugo Ekitike’s determination to remain on his feet and not try to win a penalty in a goalless draw with Leeds but insisted he would never encourage his players to make the most of contact. The France international battled on despite Pascal Str...
New twist unveiled as The Traitors returns to BBC
A new twist was unveiled as The Traitors returned to the BBC for a fourth series – a secret traitor, whose identity will be a mystery to everyone, including the viewers. Twenty-two civilians convened in a castle in the Scottish Highlands in the first episode of the new series, including a retired ...
PICTURES: Take a peek inside this modern yet timeless Laois home, now on sale for €650k
This spectacular four-bedroom family residence in Killenard, Laois is truly one-of-a-kind with its modern yet classic design. It is now on the property market for €650,000. USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY Upon entering the Carriglea property, you are met with an incredi...
'I became very ill,' well-known Tipperary politician rushed to hospital by ambulance
Cllr Annemarie Ryan has said she is recovering at home after being taken ill during Christmas week and spending five nights in Clonmel Hospital. Sinn Féin's Cllr Annemarie Ryan has said she is recovering at home after being taken ill during Christmas week and spending five nights in Clonmel H...
PICTURES | A big Longford night out in London: Style and craic at enjoyable 67th Longford Association in London dinner dance
Use the Arrows < > above to go through the gallery Over 200 people attended the 67th Longford Association in London dinner dance which took place at the Clayton Hotel Chiswick in West London in early 2023. Among the guests were a large contingent who travelled from Longford and Dublin, includi...
Over 5,000 cases admitted to Kildare Wildlife Rescue in 2025
It's been a busy 2025 for Kildare Wildlife Rescue with over 5,000 cases admitted to the centre. It's dedicated help desk responded to over 11,000 emails asking for guidance with animals in need. "From Rescue and Response, to Rehabilitation and Return, none of this would be possible without our team ...
Over 5,000 cases admitted to Kildare Wildlife Rescue in 2025
It's been a busy 2025 for Kildare Wildlife Rescue with over 5,000 cases admitted to the centre. It's dedicated help desk responded to over 11,000 emails asking for guidance with animals in need. "From Rescue and Response, to Rehabilitation and Return, none of this would be possible without our team ...
PICTURES: County Limerick GAA club hosts celebration to mark anniversary of hurling championship win
Browse through the below gallery to see if you can spot yourself or someone you know! USE ARROWS OR NEXT BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURES Kilmallock GAA Club held a celebration to mark the 40th anniversary of the 1985 Limerick County Senior Hurling Championship Victory. The night of nostalgia took...
Disaster on Lough Foyle: Tragedy recalled more than 150 years later
In September 1865, two boats collided on Lough Foyle with the loss of over 20 lives – mostly Donegal men returning from the harvest in Scotland. Five men from Buncrana were among those killed. The Derry Boat and seasonal work By September 1865, the steamboat service between Derry and Glasgow ...
PHOTOS: Colaiste Ris Christmas Concert
Christmas cheer at Colaiste Ris USE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURE USE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURE USE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURE USE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURE USE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' BUTTON TO SEE MORE PICTURE USE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' ...
BREAKING: Over 1,000 homes in Tipperary on urgent Boil Water Notice on New Year's Day
This notice is being issued to protect the health of approximately 1,200 customers due to elevated turbidity which has affected treatment at the Rathcabbin Water Treatment Plant. Uisce Éireann has issued a Boil Water Notice for customers supplied by the Rathcabbin Public Water Supply. This no...
Laois New Year's Resolutions: Taekwondo champion Shane Allison
Well-known Laois locals share their New Year's Resolutions! As we bid farewell to 2025 and head into 2026, the Leinster Express / Laois Live spoke with well-known Laois locals on their New Year's Resolutions. To read more resolutions and see what Laois locals are looking forward to in 2026, k...
Limerick senior hurling side to face Clare in Munster Hurling League on Saturday named
Limerick's Munster Hurling League meeting with Clare in Tulla on Saturday throws-in at 2pm THE Limerick senior hurling team to face Clare in their opening Co-Op Superstores Munster Hurling League group fixture of 2026 this Saturday has been named. John Kiely has named a line-up that includes ...
Man charged on suspicion of trespassing twice on Kensington Palace grounds
A man twice got into the grounds of Kensington Palace in the days before Christmas, police have said. Derek Egan, 39, has been charged with allegedly trespassing on a protected site on December 21 and December 23, the Metropolitan Police said. Egan, of Hillingdon, has also been charged with breachin...
BREAKING: Popular Tipperary hotel issues 'apology' statement to its customers
'We sincerely apologise for all of this, and we regret to inform you that in 2026, we fully intend to make things even bigger.' In a tongue-in-cheek statement released by Hayes Hotel in Tipperary, the popular nightclub has officially acknowledged the wild nights of 2025 that may have disrupte...
Louth aim "to back up what we did last year" says McKeever
Player of the Year Conall McKeever shares his thoughts after Down defeat A bitterly cold New Year’s Eve at McGeough Park, Haggardstown provided the setting as Louth senior footballers opened their 2026 campaign with a 1-16 to 0-13 defeat to Down in the McGeough Cup. For recently honoured Play...