Cold snap to hit the country over the next 48 hours
Stay indoors tonight, or wrap up warm if you go out this evening, as Met Eireann has issued a low temperature warning. The warning will remain in effect from 9pm tonight until 10am on Monday …
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Warning to motorists as wintry weather creates hazardous driving conditions
An Garda Siochana and Met Eireann are warning of extremely dangerous road conditions as wintry weather sweeps across the country and there is a forecast of snow and ice for Connacht and also areas of …
Inmate found dead in his cell in Limerick Prison
A 25-year-old inmate has been found dead inside his cell in Limerick Prison early this morning. The young man, who was serving time for manslaughter, reportedly died of a drug overdose. His body was found at …
Truck overturns on the M1
Ice is causing some disruption across the country’s roads this morning, particularly in the northeast and the midlands. A truck has overturned on the M1 motorway between Junction 18 for Carlingford and Junction 17 for …
Taoiseach: ‘Fine Gael is not a party of yes men’
The Taoiseach has today moved to play down claims that he is surrounded by a meek group of ‘yes men.’ Mr. Kenny’s words come in the wake of comments made by Waterford TD John Deasy, …
Weather warning: Snow and ice on the roads, says Met Éireann
Met Éireann was warned of snow and ice on Ireland’s roads. Motorists are advised to take extra care, especially in Donegal, Longford, Westmeath, Monaghan and Connacht. Rainy showers may turn into sleet later today and …
Missing Dublin teenager Shannon Quaide (14) found safe and well
Positive outcome for the disappearance of 14-year-old Dublin teenager Shannon Quaide. She went missing in the Dundrum areas of Dublin on December 23rd. According to Gardai, the youngster has been located safe and well today.
Shots fired at a house in Dublin overnight
Gardai are today conducting investigations after shots were fired at a house in Beaumont, Dublin, overnight. The incident happened in the Whitethorn Close area just after 11pm last night. The house was occupied by three …
Joan Burton rules out a coalition with Sinn Fein
ánaiste Joan Burton has ruled out the possibility of any power-sharing deal with Sinn Féin after the next general election. She indeed very emphatically said she could “certainly not” foresee the formation of a coalition …
Heavy rains and snow forecast for today
Christmas Day passed with rather sunny spells, but the weather is taking a turn for the worse today. Met Eireann has issued a snow-ice warning for the counties of Cavan, Monaghan, Donegal, Longford, Westmeath, and …
