GARDAÍ have warned the Irish public to drive with care this bank holiday weekend as the number of deaths on the roads passed 105. A roads policing operation gets underway across the country today, which will continue until Tuesday, August 4. The initiative will target those speeding, driving under the influence, using mobile ohones while driving and driving without a seatbelt, … [Read more...] about Warnings issued as death toll on Irish roads passes 105
The story of a town built on kindness
FOR HUNDREDS of years, the people of Rosscarbery have looked after one another in times of enormous hardship, and today that tradition continues through its Meals on Wheels service. That spirit of community is the focus of new research by Rosscarbery Heritage, whose latest project is about how generations of local people have responded to hunger, poverty and isolation with … [Read more...] about The story of a town built on kindness
New domestic violence refuge set to be built in Irish town deemed ‘priority location’ for the service
FUNDING has been secured to build a new domestic violence refuge in an Irish town deemed a “priority” area for such a service. Housing Minister James Browne confirmed this week that the finds have bene approved for the site in Carlow Town. “The development of this new refuge in Carlow will significantly strengthen the supports available to women and children experiencing … [Read more...] about New domestic violence refuge set to be built in Irish town deemed ‘priority location’ for the service
Una Healy confirmed among stars of new series of Celebrity MasterChef
IRISH singer Una Healy has been confirmed among the stars taking part in the new series of Celebrity Masterchef. The singer-songwriter, who hails from Thurles in Co. Tipperary and was previously one fifth of girl group The Saturdays, will appear in the 21st series of the BBC cooking competition it was revealed today. She claims she joined the show “to learn as much as I can … [Read more...] about Una Healy confirmed among stars of new series of Celebrity MasterChef
Government approves proposals to ban children from using e-scooters
PROPOSALS to restrict the use of electric scooters on Irish roads have been approved by Government. They include banning the use of e-scooters by anyone under the age of 18 and requiring all users to wear hi-visibility jackets and helmets when riding one. The proposed new regulations would also see on-the-spot e-scooter offence fines increased to €100. Minister for Transport, … [Read more...] about Government approves proposals to ban children from using e-scooters