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Gardaí in appeal for missing 13-year-old Louth teen amid concerns for his wellbeing
Cody was last seen at 9.30am on Tuesday 14th April 2026 in the Dunleer Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 13-year-old Cody Reilly who is reported missing from Dunleer, Louth, since Tuesday 14th April. Cody was last seen at 9.30am on Tuesday 14th April 202...
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Congestion in Limerick town ‘gives warning on impact of M20’
Almost 150 people attend public meeting amid concerns over new motorway on Croom TRAFFIC congestion in Croom due to Uisce Eireann works offer a warning of how the town could be impacted by the M20, a councillor has said. Independent Ireland’s John O’Donoghue says traffic has been “absolutely ...
Tipperary minor hurling starting team named for round two visit of the Rebels to Thurles
Tipperary will face Cork in FBD Semple Stadium in Thurles on Friday evening James Woodlock and his management team have named an unchanged panel for Friday’s Munster Minor Hurling third round championship clash with Cork. READ NEXT: COUNTY LEAGUE ROUND UP: Éire Óg continue at pace with big wi...
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Mikel Arteta wants Arsenal to use Sporting win as boost for Man City showdown
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal’s progression to the Champions League semi-finals can act as a massive boost for his side’s pivotal top-of-the-table Premier League clash against Manchester City. Arsenal made sure of their second successive last-four spot on Europe’s grandest stage for the first time...
'New dimension' added to Ryder Cup in Limerick with addition of Golf for the Disabled contest
The Golf for the Disabled Contest (G4D) will be staged at Ballyneety Golf Club in Limerick THE 2027 Ryder Cup in Limerick will stage a new match between Europe and the United States, with the world’s best golfers with a disability (G4D) competing as part of the Ryder Cup’s 100th anniversary c...
The Fair Deal Scheme and Agricultural Assets - Ongoing challenges in practice
By Lynch Solicitors The Nursing Homes Support Scheme (“Fair Deal”) plays a significant role in funding long-term residential care in Ireland. While the underlying structure of the financial assessment element of the scheme is clear, its application in farming and family businesses continues t...
UK economic growth in February better than forecast before Iran war
The UK economy grew at its fastest pace for more than two years in February in a better-than-expected start to 2026, official figures have shown. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.5% month-on-month in February – the fastest expansion since January...
Throwback Thursday: Out and About around the city with Derry News (2010)
How many familiar faces will you recognise from the archives of the Derry News? Sebastian, Liam and Conor We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot ...
LIV Golf to continue at ‘full throttle’ amid speculation over Saudi withdrawal
LIV Golf reportedly intends to continue “uninterrupted and at full throttle” amid ongoing speculation over a withdrawal of its Saudi Arabian backers. The breakaway league launched in 2021 and sent shockwaves through the sport, positioning itself as a rival to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour. LIV ...
British-born man accused of shooting and killing two women in US
A British man is suspected of shooting and killing two women in the US state of Georgia in what officials have described an “act of pure evil”. Olaolukitan Adon Abel, 26, was arrested in connection with the deaths of two women and the shooting of a man who remains in a critical condition. Lauren...
NOTICE: Water outages announced for these Kildare regions
The alert was issued by Kildare County Council A number of water outages will take place today (April 16) in Newbridge. Kildare County Council (KCC) has said that the outages will occur between 12pm and 4pm. READ NEXT: Gardaí probe 'serious assault' incident at Kildare service station KCC adv...
Dartmoor planners block 36-home Chagford scheme in affordable housing clash
Proposal for Lamb Park sparks debate as officials rule it falls short of required affordable housing levels A proposal to build 36 homes in one of the most desirable and expensive places to live on Dartmoor has been thrown out by planners because they say it doesn’t meet local housing needs. ...
Dartmoor planners block 36-home Chagford scheme in affordable housing clash
Proposal for Lamb Park sparks debate as officials rule it falls short of required affordable housing levels A proposal to build 36 homes in one of the most desirable and expensive places to live on Dartmoor has been thrown out by planners because they say it doesn’t meet local housing needs. ...
Tipperary must turn the page quickly after Cork game, says Liam Cahill
Getting to the pitch of the game early will be key for Tipperary With all the focus on Sunday’s clash of Tipperary and Cork in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship in Thurles (4pm), the opening game of the campaign for each team, it might be easy to lose sight of the fact that the sides wi...
RIP: Funeral held in Waterford for local lady who died following a short illness
Mother of two, Mary Kelly (née Molloy) was from Pine Grove, Tramore in Waterford and passed away recently A funeral is held locally following the sad passing of a Waterford lady who is missed dearly by many. Mary Kelly (née Molloy) was from Pine Grove, Tramore in Waterford and formerly Ballyb...
Tipperary must turn the page quickly after Cork game, says Liam Cahill
Getting to the pitch of the game early will be key for Tipperary With all the focus on Sunday’s clash of Tipperary and Cork in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship in Thurles (4pm), the opening game of the campaign for each team, it might be easy to lose sight of the fact that the sides wi...
Work begins on €6.2 million project in Leitrim town
The €6.2 million project will see the construction of a working hub and creative studios in the town centre in Drumshanbo Work has commenced on the The Exchange Hub project in Drumshanbo. The €6.2 million project will see the construction of a working hub and creative studios in the town cent...
Yellow box sought near Kildare premises of disabilities and mental health service
The installation of the feature was requested by a councillor representing the Clane-Maynooth Municipal District A local councillor has said that a yellow box should be installed near the County Kildare premises of a disabilities and mental health service. Labour Party Cllr Angela Feeney made...
NOTICE: Water outages announced for these Kildare regions
The alert was issued by Kildare County Council A number of water outages will take place today (April 16) in Newbridge. Kildare County Council (KCC) has said that the outages will occur between 12pm and 4pm. READ NEXT: Gardaí probe 'serious assault' incident at Kildare service station KCC adv...
Major Kilkenny company launches new energy production facility
The solar farm in Ballyragget will offset tens of thousands of tonnes of carbon emissions Tirlán has announced the successful commissioning of its new on-site solar farm at its multi-purpose integrated dairy processing facility in Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny, marking a major milestone in the Co-...