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Gardai warn of 'zero tolerance' as quad seized in Ballybofey
A quad being driven in a dangerous manner in the Ballybofey area was seized. Overnight, Gardai seized the quad and arrested the driver. The quad was seized under Section 109(a) of the Road Traffic Act 1961. Under this legislation, in order to get the vehicle back, the driver must apply to a Judge of...
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'Spotless' - Waterford regains Ireland’s Cleanest City title
Once again Waterford has emerged as Ireland’s Cleanest City in the Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) Anti-Litter League. The city ranked 8th out of 40 cities and towns and was classed as "Cleaner than European norms". Waterford City continues to score very well in the IBAL anti-litter league, a...
Cashel RFC wishes local swimmer the best of luck as she embarks on 'incredible challenge'
Members of Cashel RFC have wished Orla Kelly the very best of luck in her incredible swimming challenge as she attempts to raise vital funds for the RNLI. Orla forms one half of the 'Sea Fillies' who are attempting to swim at every Blue Flag beach in Ireland to raise funds and awareness for the fant...
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Longford farmers can explore latest innovations and trends at Sheep 2025 event
A large number of Longford farmers and farming industry professionals are expected to attend the highly anticipated Sheep 2025 event Athenry, County Galway. The event will take place this year on Saturday, 21 June at the Teagasc, Mellows Campus. Sheep 2025 will offer an opportunity for farmers, indu...
Leitrim native honoured with prestigious award for contribution to mental health service
A Leitrim man has been honoured for his exceptional contribution to mental health services in the region. Allen Gilhooly, originally from Fenagh and now living in Skreen in Sligo, was presented with the West/North West Regional Award by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) ...
Gardaí seek public's assistance as distinctive trailer is stolen from Broadford
An Garda Síochána in Clare are seeking assistance from the public regarding the theft of a trailer from Broadford on Friday morning, June 13. Taking place just after 2am, the trailer was stolen from the area of Ardnatagle. Three days later, Gardaí in the Cappantymore area of Meelick recovered thi...
Woman based in Glenswilly part of group calling for new approach to climate action
Michelle Murphy is a member of Ireland’s Just Transition Commission, which this week published its first report, urging the Government to develop a bold and forward-looking strategy that places just transition at the heart of national climate action. Originally from Kilkenny and now living in Glen...
In pictures: 'A special evening' as Canon Denis McGettigan marks diamond jubilee
Click on the arrows to go through the photos by Thomas Gallagher Canon Denis McGettigan, the former parish priest of Raphoe, celebrated the diamond jubilee of his priestly ordination on Friday night. A huge crowd converged on St Eunan’s Church in Raphoe as ‘Fr Dinny’ marked the big day by cele...
IN PICTURES: Annual June Horse Fair takes places at Ballyarnett Country Park
Liam and Lydia Close with Tony Graham at the June Horse Fair at Ballyarnett Country Park on Saturday. (Photos - Tom Heaney, nwpresspics) 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,...
Mid Ulster District Council launches Bellaghy Regeneration Strategy and Action Plan
Mid Ulster District Council has launched a Regeneration Strategy & Action Plan for Bellaghy. The Regeneration Strategy & Action Plan has been developed to support the future of Bellaghy – a village with a strong sense of place, community and history. Bellaghy has two significant cultural s...
Funding boost of over €14,000 for 13 Offaly parent and toddler groups
OVER €14,000 in funding has been allocated for Parent and Toddler Groups across County Offaly as part of a national package announced by Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley T.D. A total of 13 groups in Offaly will benefit from the funding, which forms part of the Government...
‘Dark cloud’ hangs over community after teenage boy dies off Meath coast
A “dark cloud” hangs over a community in Co Meath after a teenage boy died off the coast of Laytown on Friday. Condolences have been offered to the family of the teenager for their “devastating loss”, local representatives said. Emergency services launched a search operation after receiving ...
Inside Track: The great Seán O’Neill acknowledged Paddy’s save with a handshake
Paddy Gallagher, who died last week, was goalkeeper when Roche Emmets were regularly among the prizewinners, competing with Newtown Blues for the top spot in Louth club football. That was in the late 1950s into the ‘60s, just a little over a decade after the club came into existence. Founded in 19...
IN PICTURES: Parklands Veterinary Practice host 'Open Day'
Parklands Veterinary Group Team pictured at their Veterinary Practice Open Day. (Photos - Deirdre Heaney, nwpresspics) 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 quir...
Israel-Iran war stretches into a second week without diplomatic breakthrough
Hours of talks aimed at de-escalating fighting between Israel and Iran failed to produce a diplomatic breakthrough as the war entered its second week with a fresh round of strikes between the two adversaries. European ministers and Iran’s top diplomat met for four hours on Friday in Geneva, as Pre...
Louth's Caoimhe Kenny crowned Miss Ireland
Caoimhe Kenny (24) from Blackrock Co Louth was crowned the 77th Miss Ireland at a spectacular star-studded ceremony at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim Co Meath on Saturday night. Caoimhe works as a Buying Assistant for leading Irish retailers Brown Thomas and Arnotts and is also a talented dancer wit...
Festivals given £3m in Government funding
The Scottish Government has provided £3 million to 14 festivals, the Culture Secretary announced. The events will receive a share of the £2.8 million Festivals Expo Fund, and Festivals Edinburgh will get £200,000 from Creative Scotland for branding and marketing support for the events in the capi...
Festivals given £3m in Government funding
The Scottish Government has provided £3 million to 14 festivals, the Culture Secretary announced. The events will receive a share of the £2.8 million Festivals Expo Fund, and Festivals Edinburgh will get £200,000 from Creative Scotland for branding and marketing support for the events in the capi...
Mid Ulster District Council launches Bellaghy Regeneration Strategy and Action Plan
Mid Ulster District Council has launched a Regeneration Strategy & Action Plan for Bellaghy. The Regeneration Strategy & Action Plan has been developed to support the future of Bellaghy – a village with a strong sense of place, community and history. Bellaghy has two significant cultural s...
Scoil Náisiúnta an Choimín shine in the Aviva Stadium
Scoil Náisiúnta an Choimín proudly represented their school, county, and province at the prestigious FAI 5-a-Side All-Ireland Girls' Final, putting on a superb display of skill, teamwork, and determination. In their opening match, the girls made a strong statement with a confident 2-0 victory, sh...