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New special class approved for primary school in Offaly
Local TDs welcome development at Scoil Mhuire National School in Tullamore THE approval of a new special class for Scoil Mhuire, Tullamore as part of the Government’s latest expansion of special education has been welcomed by local TDs, Tony McCormack and John Clendennen. A total of 38 additi...
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Dooneen 10-Mile Road Race in memory of Michal Rejmer returns to Limerick Racecourse
The 10-mile event will take place at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday, March 29 THE annual Dooneen 10-Mile Road Race, held in memory of Michal Rejmer, returns to Limerick Racecourse on Sunday, March 29. Now in its fifth year, the event continues to bring together runners from across the region f...
Communities Minister announces crackdown on benefit fraud
Stormont Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced a crackdown on benefit fraud. The DUP minister urged a united effort in a time of budget constraint to protect public money, as he announced his initiative which he said would also target error. It is estimated that in Northern Ireland in 2024...
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HBO Max to launch in the UK and Ireland next month
US streaming service HBO Max is to launch in the UK and Ireland in March. Along with HBO content, the streaming platform will also feature Warner Bros Pictures, Warner Bros Television, DC Studios and Max Originals shows and movies, with the full first season of award-winning Max Original The Pitt to...
Army officer told wife attack was ‘like Lee Rigby’, court hears
A uniformed Army officer repeatedly stabbed in the street outside his home told his wife in hospital that his attacker tried to “cut my head off like Lee Rigby”, a court has heard. Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton tearfully told of being “forever in gratitude” to the “heroes”, including hi...
Police assessing claims Andrew shared confidential reports with Jeffrey Epstein
Police are assessing claims that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor shared confidential reports from his role as the UK’s trade envoy with Jeffrey Epstein. Emails released by the US Department of Justice earlier this month appear to show the former duke sharing reports of official visits to Hong Kong, Vie...
Nenagh Ormond endure toughest outing yet as they are dismantled by strong Ballynahinch outfit
Nenagh Ormond lost out to Ballynahinch in the All-Ireland League on Saturday Energia All-Ireland League - Division 1A - Round 13 Ballynahinch 47 Nenagh Ormond 0 By Mike McMahon Successful raids across the border are a rarity at the best of times in the All-Ireland League. For a defeat-weary N...
CCTV at murder accused’s home went off on morning of alleged crime, court hears
The CCTV system at the home of a former head gamekeeper accused of murdering a man with a shotgun went off on the morning of the alleged crime, a court has heard. Jurors at the trial of David Campbell were also shown footage which twice showed him placing duct tape over a doorbell camera at his home...
Louth overcome Ernesiders in exciting NHL clash
Louth 3-20 Fermanagh 2-19 Louth produced a composed display to see-off Fermanagh by four points in an exciting Allianz National Hurling League, Division Three clash at Brewster Park, Enniskillen, on Sunday afternoon. Andrew Cosgrave’s two goals on his Louth debut proved decisive as the Wee Co...
Carlingford Lough Greenway partially closed due to debris
Louth County Council attributed the closure to bad weather which caused rock armour displacement and debris collapse at several locations Carlingford Lough Greenway is partially closed as a result of bad weather. Louth County Council said the recent spell of bad weather caused rock armour dis...
Options open for White Noise after Jane Seymour second
Connections of White Noise are weighing up their options with the smart mare after her narrow defeat in the Jane Seymour Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle at Warwick on Saturday. The six-year-old was trying her hand in graded company for the first time and gave a good account of herself at the level, holdi...
Options open for White Noise after Jane Seymour second
Connections of White Noise are weighing up their options with the smart mare after her narrow defeat in the Jane Seymour Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle at Warwick on Saturday. The six-year-old was trying her hand in graded company for the first time and gave a good account of herself at the level, holdi...
Tipperary Minor Hurling team manager presents medals at Carrick-on-Suir GAA club's social
Carrick Swan GAA Club thanks James Woodlock for attending the club's social in Clonmel's Talbot Hotel Carrick Swan GAA Club's social in the Talbot Hotel in Clonmel last Saturday night was hugely successful and enjoyable night. The club sincerely thanks Tipperary Minor Hurling team manager Jam...
BREAKING: Plans to erect statue in honour of Kilkenny GAA great announced
A meeting on the matter will be held in Inistioge later this week The Rower Inistioge Club Executive has taken the decision to honour Eddie Keher by commissioning a bronze statue in honour of his incredible hurling legacy. Keher played his first senior championship appearance was in the 1959 ...
Scottish Labour’s Anas Sarwar to call on Keir Starmer to resign
Sir Keir Starmer should quit, the leader of Scottish Labour will demand in a blow to the Prime Minister’s fragile authority. Anas Sarwar will use a press conference to call for Sir Keir to quit as Labour leader as the Prime Minister battles to remain in No 10. The Prime Minister’s chief of staff...
Two doctors and secretary charged with Longford theft and deception have cases adjourned
The court heard a jury will be required in the case against doctor Waqas Farooqi Two midlands doctors and a secretary charged with multiple counts of stealing money under a state-funded healthcare reimbursement scheme and submitting false medical service claims on behalf of patients to the HS...
€21.9m residential development in this Kildare town approved following appeal
The plans are for 93 homes in Curryhills, Prosperous, Co Kildare Plans for 93 homes in Prosperous, Kildare have been approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála, following an appeal being lodged against Kildare County Council. According to Construction Information Services (CIS), an appeal was lodged w...
€21.9m residential development in this Kildare town approved following appeal
The plans are for 93 homes in Curryhills, Prosperous, Co Kildare Plans for 93 homes in Prosperous, Kildare have been approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála, following an appeal being lodged against Kildare County Council. According to Construction Information Services (CIS), an appeal was lodged w...
Vacant property refurbishment grant scheme expands in Mayo
Funding has increased over the years, and the scheme has expanded to include rural dwellings. It will further expand in 2026 to encompass commercial properties and ‘over the shop’ residential units The Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant Scheme was launched in 2022 under the Gov...
Exeter awarded Purple Flag status for safe and vibrant night-time economy
Exeter has been awarded Purple Flag accreditation, an internationally recognised mark of excellence that recognises towns and cities where people can enjoy a safe, well-managed and vibrant night out with confidence. The Purple Flag award celebrates strong partnership working, effective transport con...