A COUNCILLOR who became critically ill after contracting meningitis b as a teenager has called for a vaccination programme to be rolled out across Ireland. SDLP Councillor Séamas de Faoite was 14 when he contracted the infection, which affects the lining of the brain and spinal cord. He became critically ill as a result and still lives with the effects today he said this week … [Read more...] about Councillor left ‘critically ill’ after contracting meningitis B calls for vaccination rollout across Ireland
Man dies following collision in Co. Kilkenny
A MAN has died following a road traffic collision in Co. Kilkenny. The collision, involving a van and a pedestrian, occurred on the R693 near Arigan Bridge, Cooleshal, Freshford at around 9.30am today. The pedestrian, a man in his 30s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. His body was taken to University Hospital Waterford where a port-mortem examination is due to take … [Read more...] about Man dies following collision in Co. Kilkenny
Endangered lion and tiger cubs born at Co. Cork’s Fota Wildlife Park
A WILDLIFE park in Co. Cork is celebrating a double success in its conservation work after endangered lion and tiger cubs were born at the site recently. Two critically-endangered Sumatran tiger cubs were born at Fota Wildlife Park on June 16 to mother Jambi and father Batak, marking the first time more than one cub has been born in a single litter at the park. Meanwhile, three … [Read more...] about Endangered lion and tiger cubs born at Co. Cork’s Fota Wildlife Park
RTÉ announces return of hit series Kin as part of record-breaking year for Irish drama
RTÉ has announced the return of hit TV series Kin as part of a record-breaking year for Irish drama from the broadcaster. The programme, which follows the fictional Dublin crime family the Kinsellas, has been a hit with viewers and critics since premiering in 2021. Following a hiatus after series two aired in 2023, Kin is set to return for a third series that promises to be … [Read more...] about RTÉ announces return of hit series Kin as part of record-breaking year for Irish drama
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly to step down at next Assembly election after almost three decades
SINN FÉIN'S Gerry Kelly is to step down from his role as an MLA at the next Assembly election after almost three decades in the role. Kelly represented North Belfast on the Northern Ireland Forum from 1996 until 1998, at which time he was elected as an MLA for the constituency. He has been the only ever-present MLA in the constituency since then but the 73-year-old has said he … [Read more...] about Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly to step down at next Assembly election after almost three decades