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‘Absolutely disgraceful’, as reckless riders damage historic sixth-century site
Burt hillfort, one of Inishowen’s most iconic landmarks, left badly torn-up following scrambler activity Buncrana County Councillor Jack Murray has condemned damage caused by scrambler bikes at Grianan of Aileach, describing the incident as “absolutely disgraceful”. The historic Burt hillfort...
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Dawson’s Creek star Joshua Jackson breaks silence on death of James Van Der Beek
Dawson’s Creek star Joshua Jackson has broken his silence on the death of his co-star James Van Der Beek, calling him a “good man” and “a beautiful, kind, curious, interested, dedicated father”. The actor died on February 11 at the age of 48 after suffering from bowel cancer. Speaking publ...
Old Park Star rules supreme for Henderson at Cheltenham
Ante-post favourite Old Park Star battled to get his head in front and claim the Skybet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, the opening race of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. Nicky Henderson’s unbeaten hurdler came into the race as the 15-8 market leader under Nico de Boinville, and remained handily placed ...
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Mullins confident Majborough’s jumping will stand Champion Chase test
Majborough is in pole position to take advantage of the absence of last year’s winner Marine Nationale in the BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase on Wednesday. Even if Barry Connell’s star had not missed the race with a late setback, Majborough would have gone off favourite but his task has been ...
The flat is back for Kildare racegoers! First raceday of the season at Curragh on Sunday
Raceday will also incorporate an exciting Mother’s Day celebration The Curragh Racecourse is set to launch their 2026 Flat Season, opening its gates on this Sunday, 15th March as part of the St Patrick’s Festival weekend. The raceday at the Kildare track will also incorporate an exciting Moth...
RIP: Leitrim community pays tribute following passing of "amazing lady"
Condolences pour in following the passing of Deirdre Kennedy of Corryolus, Carrick-on-Shannon, over the weekend The death of Deirdre Kennedy of Corryolus in Carrick-on-Shannon occurred at Sligo General Hospital over the weekend. Deirdre, known as Dickie, passed away peacefully on Sunday, surr...
POLL: Are you concerned about the rising fuel costs in Laois?
Feeling the costs of rising fuel prices? Want the carbon tax suspended? Have your say! There is tension across Laois as fuel prices continue to rise, with Laois motorists and transporters feeling the costs of petrol and diesel since the outbreak of the war in Iran. The price of kerosene in La...
Urgent appeal to find emotional support bear lost somewhere in Barnstaple
Have you seen LBB? The upset owner of a much-loved teddy bear is offering a reward for his safe return – last seen in Bear Street, Barnstaple A grieving daughter whose mum passed away at the weekend has offered a reward for the safe return of a much-loved emotional support teddy bear. Little ...
The flat is back for Kildare racegoers! First raceday of the season at Curragh on Sunday
Raceday will also incorporate an exciting Mother’s Day celebration The Curragh Racecourse is set to launch their 2026 Flat Season, opening its gates on this Sunday, 15th March as part of the St Patrick’s Festival weekend which will also incorporate an exciting Mother’s Day celebration that se...
PICTURES: Abandoned boarded up Portlaoise home to be sold by auction
An abandoned house that has become an eyesore in a Portlaoise housing estate is set to be sold by auction. The dormer bungalow at 39 Broomville is tucked away in the corner in the Broomville estate which is accessed off the Dublin Road. CONTINUE READING BELOW PHOTO USE ARROWS OR NEXT BUTTON TO SEE M...
'Big bouncy pup' seeks forever home after being surrendered to shelter in Kilkenny
Home sought for Alannah who is making good progress at Carlow Kilkenny Dog Shelter Over a month ago, a sprightly young pup was surrendered into the care of Carlow Kilkenny Dog Shelter and still hasn’t had any suitable home offers. Alannah is used to her home comforts and would love to find he...
Pictures: Strange discovery as mystery caravan found dumped in South Hams woodland
A badly damaged caravan discovered in woodland near Gara Bridge in the South Hams has prompted concern from landowners after items inside suggested it may have been used recently A mysterious abandoned caravan has been dumped in a Devon woodland, with recent signs of habitation still inside. ...
Pictures: Strange discovery as mystery caravan found dumped in South Hams woodland
A badly damaged caravan discovered in woodland near Gara Bridge in the South Hams has prompted concern from landowners after items inside suggested it may have been used recently A mysterious abandoned caravan has been dumped in a Devon woodland, with recent signs of habitation still inside. ...
Sally Allen: Concerns raised over impact of planning decisions on Torbay heritage
Torbay Civic Society chair raises concerns over development plans at Singleton Gardens and the loss of historic sites across the Bay I care very deeply about the town where I was born, Torquay and its surrounding area. Torbay and Dartmoor were fantastic areas to be brought up in and they hold...
Sally Allen: Concerns raised over impact of planning decisions on Torbay heritage
Torbay Civic Society chair raises concerns over development plans at Singleton Gardens and the loss of historic sites across the Bay I care very deeply about the town where I was born, Torquay and its surrounding area. Torbay and Dartmoor were fantastic areas to be brought up in and they hold...
Sally Allen: Concerns raised over impact of planning decisions on Torbay heritage
Torbay Civic Society chair raises concerns over development plans at Singleton Gardens and the loss of historic sites across the Bay I care very deeply about the town where I was born, Torquay and its surrounding area. Torbay and Dartmoor were fantastic areas to be brought up in and they hold...
Tipperary player stars as Irish women's hockey team qualify for World Cup
Caoimhe Perdue scored three goals in qualifiers in Chile Cashel woman Caoimhe Perdue was an integral part of the Irish women’s hockey team that has qualified for the World Cup, which will be played in The Netherlands and Belgium from August 15-30. In the qualifiers played in Santiago, Chile, ...
RIP: Tributes paid to late Tipperary woman who was 'a gentle and special lady'
Family, friends and neighbours pay heartfelt tributes to Mary Dagg following her passing The death has occurred of Mary Dagg (née Corcoran), Pallasbeg, Newtown, Nenagh, and formerly of Summerhill, Nenagh, Co Tipperary. Mary passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in the care of the s...
Waterford gardaí appeal after car windows 'smashed' within hours in same housing estate
Two vehicles had windows smashed late at night in the same Waterford housing estate Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after two cars were vandalised within hours of each other in a Waterford town last week. The incidents of criminal damage happened in Cathal Brugha Place in Dungarvan, with b...
Joey Barton and second man charged with assault near golf club
Former midfielder Joey Barton has been charged with an assault near a golf club. Merseyside Police said the 43-year-old, from Widnes, is accused of section 18 wounding with intent, along with a second man, Gary O’Grady, 50, from Huyton. Emergency services were called at around 9pm on Sunday after ...