Major fire ongoing in Newbridge, Co. Kildare
It is understood that between four and seven houses are on fire in the Millfield Manor area of Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Smoke can be seen billowing over most of the town. Emergency services are at …
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Heartless and cruel: Group of Cork teenagers force Down Syndrome boy to eat twigs and expose his body
In further proof of mankind’s boundless cruelty, a video depicting mockery and abuse of a vulnerable Down Syndrome sufferer was posted to Facebook last week. The footage shows a gang of teenagers shoving twigs …
Washington-bound flight forced to return to Shannon due to passenger illness
A flight from Shannon to Washington had to return to the airport a short time into the flight due to a passenger falling ill. Medical staff met the crew upon landing and took the …
Conor Mcgregor is in town to promote
Mr Notorious himself, Conor Mcgregor is Dublin’s Convention Centre today promoting his upcoming fight with Jose Aldo. The press were treated to a highly entertaining interview with both men, Aldo with a translator and Mcgregor …
McGrath: Government need to take action against banks “gouging” mortgage holders
A leading Fianna Fáil TD is calling on the government to put severe pressure on banks in order to stop what he describes as “gouging” money from variable rate mortgage holders. It is understood that …
New proclamation to be drafted for next year’s Easter Rising centenary celebrations
Speaking at an event today, the Taoiseach said that the Government is working to draft a new proclamation as part of next year’s centenary of the 1916 rising. Also, the historic site in Moore Street …
No Royals will attend 1916 centenary celebrations next year – confirmed by Junior Minister.
It had been thought that since President Michael D. Higgins had visited the UK last year that the possibility of a royal family member attending was high. However last night while speaking on Claire Byrne Live last …
Overcrowding crisis: Over 500 people on trolleys today
It has been reported that 501 people were left languishing in trolleys and wards in hospitals across the country today. Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, Co Louth reported the highest number, 52, with …
Nationwide weather warning issued due to high winds
Roads and pathways remain hazardous this morning, as gale force winds overnight have left debris strewn everywhere, and fallen trees have also been reported. A wind weather warning was issued last night, and it will …
Irish Water claim that there are over 30,000 pipe leaks
According to a report issued by Irish Water there are reportedly over 30,000 pipe leaks on customer properties. Irish Water estimate that over 46 million litres is lost through leaks every day. The company say …
