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SF parents
fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago

Suspended sentence for woman who used pepper spray on cousins during anniversary mass at Sligo Cathedral

A woman received a suspended five-month prison sentence after pepper spraying relatives at a church anniversary mass, with conditions tied to probation and safety.
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
17 hours ago

Wicklow woman who lost mother to dementia aims to make fundraiser annual event after maiden tea day

A Rathdrum woman raised €1,520 for the Alzheimer Society of Ireland through a successful debut fundraising tea day.
#weather-forecast
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Temperatures to hit 25 degrees 'and maybe even higher' - Met Eireann

Warm, humid weather is expected to build from the weekend into early next week, with temperatures reaching 24–25°C and possibly higher.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Temperatures to hit 25 degrees 'and maybe even higher' - Met Eireann

Warm, humid weather is expected to build from the weekend into early next week, with temperatures reaching 24–25°C and possibly higher.
Exercise
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Over 2m people taking part in sport on a weekly basis as Sports Active Wexford lay out long term vision

2.12m people participate in sport weekly, with personal exercise growing to one in five participants.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

New Rotary club in Wexford hosts open night to showcase volunteer work

The event was facilitated by Roisin Clancy and featured a number of fireside chats with Rotarians Roisin Clancy, Clodagh McCormiskey; Assistant District Governor and Garry Bradley, who shared what Rotary means to them. "Their honest and heartfelt insights gave attendees a deeper understanding of what being a Rotarian can truly mean."
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

See photos as Wicklow and Wexford clubs gather for basketball blitz

There was a fantastic level of skill on show at Avondale Community College in Rathdrum as four clubs from Wicklow and Wexford came together for a friendly basketball blitz.
Online Community Development
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Consortium seeks to acquire stalled 300m Wicklow media campus as pressure mounts for State action

The Greystones Media Campus Revival Group (GMCRG) has called on Tánaiste and Finance Minister Simon Harris and the Government to intervene urgently in the stalled €300m Greystones Media Campus project, warning that continued inaction risks damaging Ireland's ability to capitalise on growth in the screen sector.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Inaugural Wexford film festival 'offered a taste of French cinema'

The inaugural Wexford French Film Festival which was officially launched by the French Embassy in Ireland and Screen Wexford in collaboration with Alliance Française Waterford/Wexford, The Picture House - Wexford Film Society has been hailed as a great success, with plans already in the works for another.
Film
#missing-person
fromtheregister
3 days ago

Irish Rail writes down 50M after train IT project goes off the rails

Irish Rail has now reportedly reduced the carrying value of the asset by €50 million in its 2025 accounts, after years of delays, technical concerns, and apparent doubts over whether contractor Indra can deliver a workable system at all. The system was initially expected to cost less than €20 million and launch last year, before the usual gravitational forces affecting large public sector IT projects took hold.
UK politics
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Irish flotilla activists including Margaret Connolly 'safe' in Turkey, confirms Helen McEntee after 'degrading' treatment by Israel

Irish flotilla citizens deported from Israel are safe in Istanbul and receiving consular support while recovering after detention and hearings.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Lifestyle and the scenery - why moving West to Sligo was the right choice

Moving West returns to TG4 highlighting innovation, opportunity and modern life across Ireland's Western Region. Across the West and North West of Ireland, a significant transformation is underway. Communities once shaped by emigration are now experiencing renewed growth, as people choose to live, work and build futures across the region.
Online Community Development
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Eight Sligo heritage projects share 111,417 in major funding boost

Eight community heritage projects in County Sligo received €111,417 under the Heritage Council’s Community Heritage Grant Scheme, supporting local heritage protection and engagement.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Free My Little Library Bags available for Louth children starting school in 2026

Parents and guardians of children beginning school next September are encouraged to visit their local library branch to collect a free book bag packed with reading materials and resources designed to help children prepare for starting school.
Education
Public health
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Patient advocacy group holds talks with government to give formal recognition of post-sepsis syndrome

Formal recognition of post-sepsis syndrome and structured follow-up care are being pursued within Ireland’s healthcare system.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Mary Regan: Flotilla fallout piles pressure on Coalition to act on Israel's actions in Gaza

The Dáil voted against sanctions on Israel while Ireland pursued an EU-level suspension of the EU-Israel association agreement and sought consensus for additional sanctions.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Talks under way in final bid to halt three-day ambulance strike next week

Last-ditch Labour Court talks aim to resolve an ambulance pay dispute and prevent a three-day strike next week amid ongoing work-to-rule action.
Education
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Kerry student receives big cash prize as one of the winners of prestigious essay competition

Maeve Ní Chonraoi won the Munster Oireachtas Essay Competition for reflecting on whether AI threatens democracy, receiving €5,000 at Leinster House.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Kerry star gardener meets President Connolly at Chelsea Flower Show

Four-time gold medal winner at the internationally renowned RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London, Billy Alexander, was honoured to meet the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, on the opening day of the prestigious gardening showpiece.
London food
Education
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Rural Waterford primary school to close due to falling enrolments

Knockmahon National School in Bonmahon will close at the end of the current academic year due to significantly declining enrolment.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Suspected conman to face trial accused of duping five alleged victims out of more than 200,000

Bright Banda, of Meadow Lane, Roscommon Road, Athlone, Roscommon, is charged with 12 counts of deception at various addresses in Dublin, Westmeath, Longford and Roscommon between February 2023 and January 2026.
UK news
Public health
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Cost of Shingles jab at 500 leaves pensioners facing 'eating or heating choice'

Shingles hospitalisations and deaths disproportionately affect people aged 75+, and the vaccine is costly and privately available, prompting calls for free access for those over 65.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Woman (36) with 160 previous convictions jailed for nine months after stealing from three Sligo stores whilst on temporary release and bail

A woman with 160 prior convictions, including 84 for theft, received a nine-month jail term for multiple shop thefts while on bail.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Untidy gardens and green spaces are vital to save Ireland's bees from extinction, experts say

Around one-third of Ireland’s 100 or so species of bees are at high risk of extinction, largely due to habitat loss and a shortage of flowering plants. Recent monitoring data paints a similarly worrying picture. Citizen scientists involved in the All-Ireland Bumblebee Monitoring Scheme have recorded that five of Ireland's eight most common bumblebee species are now in decline, underlining concerns about the long-term health of pollinator populations.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
6 days ago

First 200 dodgy-box owners targeted by Sky legal letters

Around 200 dodgy‑box users across Ireland have received legal letters from Sky threatening action if they pay for illegal streaming services again.
EU data protection
Law
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Standing ovation as tributes are paid to 'kind, humane and gentleman' district court judge upon retirement from Ireland's judiciary

Gerry Jones expressed pride after dedicating over four decades to the legal profession following retirement as a district court judge.
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Race for in-demand 'Affordable Homes' starts in as little as three minutes, say country's biggest local authorities

Affordable home applications are prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis, with some successful submissions occurring within three minutes.
#social-housing
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Non-profit organizations

One of Ireland's biggest providers of social housing seeks to back out of unfinished projects

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Non-profit organizations

One of Ireland's biggest providers of social housing seeks to back out of unfinished projects

Film
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Filmmaker John Carney: 'I sold Once for nothing, and made no money on it. Not a penny. I did the worst deal you could do'

Fame, fatherhood, and streaming have reshaped filmmaking and personal priorities for John Carney.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Ex-Guantanamo detainee found not guilty of money laundering

Oybek Jabbarov and his wife Fatime, who live in Ireland, were accused of transferring money out of the country
World news
#rte
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Secrecy, stonewalling and salaries: RTE's payments scandal sequel heightens tension

RTÉ planned major cost cuts, including staff reductions, studio closures, service shutdowns, and presenter fee reductions.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Secrecy, stonewalling and salaries: RTE's payments scandal sequel heightens tension

RTÉ planned major cost cuts, including staff reductions, studio closures, service shutdowns, and presenter fee reductions.
Medicine
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'People with inflammatory bowel disease have lost friends,' warns doctor who calls for stigma of condition to end

Breaking barriers and improving understanding of inflammatory bowel disease helps friends, relationships, education, and employment outcomes.
Skiing
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Death of Cork jockey Michael O'Sullivan (24) after racing fall ruled 'accidental' at inquest

A North Cork jockey died after a fall at Thurles Racecourse, and a coroner returned an accidental death verdict.
#divestment
Marketing tech
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Netflix to start showing ads in Ireland

Netflix will add an ad-supported subscription tier in Ireland in 2027, likely at a lower price, using AI for personalized ad delivery and frequency control.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Families facing more pain as inflation outpaces wage rises

Irish wage growth is forecast to lag inflation, reducing real incomes and tightening household finances this year.
Relationships
fromIndependent
1 week ago

The Divorce Diaries: 'If there's anything that will destroy an intimate relationship, it's IVF - it just made the whole thing so clinical'

A man returned to Ireland seeking marriage primarily to become a father, feeling he needed a spouse to achieve that goal.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Energy market competition 'performing reasonably well' but regulator says Ireland has highest prices in Europe

Consumer prices and energy costs are higher in Ireland than in other EU countries, while energy bill arrears remain historically high.
#immigration
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Europe politics

'I was trying to calm it down... you don't expect people to be taping you' - Bertie Ahern defends immigrant comments on viral video

Information security
fromIndependent
1 week ago

More than 200 fake websites targeted Irish residents with scams last year

Financial scams targeting Irish residents increased 52% in one year, often impersonating Revenue, An Post, and Irish banks to steal money.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Dramatic fall in number of breath tests despite a million more drivers on road

Incredibly, the annual number of breath tests carried out in the last 15 years has plummeted as the number of drivers has skyrocketed.
Public health
Berlin food
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Batches of Lidl chicken fillets recalled by FSAI over salmonella presence

Two Lidl chicken breast product batches were recalled due to being past use-by dates; customers should not eat them and may freeze them instead.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Ambulances hit by 24-hour strike as services 'at breaking point', Dail told

The 2,000 HSE ambulance service workers will begin a 24-hour work stoppage over pay from 8am on Tuesday. While Dublin will still have Dublin Fire Brigade ambulances to rely on, many other counties - where long journeys are sometimes required to get a patient to the nearest hospital - will be more vulnerable.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'Publicans have said they've never seen anything like this' - rising costs leave rural pubs facing 'existential threat' as energy crisis hits

Many rural pubs are facing an "existential threat" from mounting bills as a growing number are forced to close their doors, it has been claimed.
London politics
NYC parents
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'I genuinely don't understand how people can spend over a grand on the day' - meet the parents resisting the urge to splurge on communion costs

Communion parties in Ireland often cost €1,000 to €2,700, but some families avoid expensive spending and one-upmanship.
Real estate
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Homeowners rush to fix their mortgage rate ahead of expected spate of rises

Homeowners are switching mortgage deals to lock in new fixed rates amid expectations of rising mortgage costs.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Wastewater testing in five Irish locations to provide HSE with real-time data on drug trends

Tests for traces of illicit drugs in wastewater in five cities and towns this summer will give the HSE a real-time picture of spikes in usage.
London politics
#glp-1
Medicine
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a major barrier for many.
Medicine
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a barrier for 55% of people.
Medicine
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a major barrier for many.
Medicine
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: The true scale of weight-loss drug use in ireland

Five percent of respondents use or previously used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with cost a barrier for 55% of people.
Women
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Woman found dead with newborn baby believed to have suffered complications during birth

A woman and her newborn baby were found dead in a bathroom at their home, and catastrophic birth complications are believed to be involved.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: 'All Ana wanted was a friend' - Eight years on from the disturbing killing of Ana Kriegel

Ana Kriegel was lured from her Dublin home, violently assaulted and murdered, and her death sparked lasting public shock and anger in Ireland.
Berlin food
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Where Michelin chefs go to eat burgers in Ireland: 'I don't like when they have too many toppings - I don't think many people do'

Michelin-star chefs across Ireland share where they eat off-duty, and the piece centers on ideas for the perfect burger and beef choices.
Media industry
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Declan Lynch: The Dawn Chorus is lovely, but when exactly did all-nighters go from Leeson Street to Lyric FM?

Birdsong on radio can be calming and beneficial for mental health.
Relationships
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

The Divorce Diaries: 'He cheated when I was pregnant - I found messages and pictures from her on his spare phone'

Divorce stories from Ireland reveal common challenges and regrets
Law
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

SNA who fell and broke wrist was 'author of her own misfortune' and must pay school's 30,000 legal costs

A court dismissed a personal injury claim by a special needs assistant who fell while following a teacher's directive.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Irish regulators are investigating whether Meta is using 'dark patterns' to steer people away from non-algorithmic feeds - Engadget

Meta is under investigation for potentially violating the Digital Services Act by not providing accessible alternatives to targeted feeds.
European startups
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Coinbase to cut 14pc of staff as AI-induced layoffs deepen in Irish-based tech giants

Coinbase is reducing its workforce by 14% due to AI advancements and a down market, impacting around 21 jobs in Ireland.
Travel
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Brianna Parkins: The thing I like most about Ireland is that it preserves its heritage, but the new plan for Stephen's Green Shopping Centre is the latest symptom of beige-ification

Ireland retains a unique sense of community and soul that contrasts with more modern places.
#sexual-assault
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Medicine

Man jailed for sexually assaulting three women in Louth hospital

Mihai Csiki pleaded guilty to sexual assault on two patients and a staff member at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in March 2022.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
Law

Security guard pleads guilty to sexually assaulting cleaner at multinational's Dublin office

A security guard pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a cleaner and is awaiting sentencing after a probation report.
Law
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Security guard pleads guilty to sexually assaulting cleaner at multinational's Dublin office

A security guard pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a cleaner and is awaiting sentencing after a probation report.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'There's a bit of a buzz about being older': Liz McManus on ageing, life after politics and why she thinks Trump is a monster

Ireland is a favorable place for aging, according to Liz McManus.
OMG science
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Emerald Isle in all its glory! Ireland is cloud-free in rare image

Ireland's stunning satellite image reveals bright green vegetation and clear waters, showcasing its lush landscape and environmental conditions.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Tanya Sweeney: In my next life, I want to come back as a dad so someone else can handle the invisible household load

The centre is well-known in Ireland's creative community, and is designed for people to take time out of their daily routines and have enough space - both physical and psychological - to work on new projects.
Renovation
#weather
UK news
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Met Eireann issues Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for three counties

Counties Leitrim, Donegal, and Sligo are under a thunderstorm warning until 6pm Saturday, with potential for lightning, power outages, and flooding.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Met Eireann issues Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for three counties

Counties Leitrim, Donegal, and Sligo are under a thunderstorm warning until 6pm Saturday, with potential for lightning, power outages, and flooding.
US Elections
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Poll latest: Backing for Jim O'Callaghan to become next Fianna Fail leader plummets by 22 points, but he is still favourite

Jim O'Callaghan remains the front-runner to succeed Micheál Martin as leader of Fianna Fáil despite a significant drop in support.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Brad Pitt spotted by fans as Hollywood star films on location at Cork Airport

One For All is based on the 1994 novel The Riders by Australian author Tim Winton. It tells the story of Fred Scully, who will be played by Pitt, who plans to move from Australia to Ireland with his family.
Film
Renovation
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Mark Keenan: 'Racetrack rezoning' is back with a bang as the Land Development Agency continues to play with its low-hanging fruit

Ireland faces a 30-year intergenerational housing crisis exacerbated by land management and rezoning practices.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Taoiseach condemns Israel for swoop on Gaza flotilla in international waters as all seven Irish citizens now freed

Seven Irish citizens detained by Israeli authorities during a Gaza-bound flotilla have been released in Crete, prompting condemnation of Israel's actions.
London startup
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Panda Waste to add 'surcharge' on bin collections as fall out from Middle East conflict continues

Panda Waste introduces a temporary fuel surcharge of €12 annually due to rising fuel costs affecting operations.
Law
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Legal watchdog seeks to stop 'out of depth' barrister practising in Ireland due to lack of insurance cover

A barrister is facing prohibition from practicing in Ireland due to lack of required professional indemnity insurance.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Stay on 530m TikTok fine and data transfer decision upheld by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court allows TikTok to operate in Ireland amid ongoing privacy law investigations by the Data Protection Commission.
English Premier League
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Sean O'Connor: Who are the fringe players in the Murcia mix as post-Prague life looms for Heimir Hallgrimsson's Ireland?

Ireland's squad for training camp in Spain will be named next week, focusing on fringe and younger players for Euro 2028.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Australian states are providing free electricity through renewables - why can't we?

Data centres across the country swallow more than 20pc of the electricity on the grid, while the average use of data centres in other European countries is about 4pc.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Autism organisation under review said HSE was aware public funds from Ireland were transferred to wider UK operation

The HSE did not approve, nor was it notified in advance or retrospectively, of any transfer of HSE-funded monies or assets by Autism Initiatives Ireland to UK-based or other external entities.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Adrian Weckler: As tech job numbers wobble, what's the outlook for the biggest Irish employers?

Meta's recent job cuts have significantly affected the tech employment landscape in Ireland, contributing to a broader trend of layoffs across the sector.
London startup
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Mystery Palestinian flag continues to fly high over Dublin as removal deemed too risky

A Palestinian flag has been stuck atop Dublin's Spire for seven months, with removal efforts deemed too dangerous or futile.
#technophobia
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Gambling firms reaching young Irish men on social media at over double the rate of women, new study shows

Young men in Ireland are disproportionately targeted by gambling advertisements on social media, with significant exposure among 25 to 34-year-olds.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Messages reveal Sean McGovern's plan to have 'easy target' Noel 'Duck Egg' Kirwan killed to restore hitman's 'confidence'

Kinahan cartel leadership casually discussed murder tactics, including targeting innocents, during their feud with the Hutch gang.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

We Asked 6 Travel Pros Where They'd Send First-time International Travelers-and They All Picked the Same Place

Ireland is recommended as the ideal first international travel destination for U.S. travelers due to its accessibility and welcoming culture.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Ireland revenge mission falls flat amid flurry of squandered chances but England march on | Sarah Rendell

Ireland faced France in a tense match but missed key scoring opportunities, resulting in a continued losing streak against them.
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: Did Leo Varadkar have a point in the urban v rural Ireland debate?

The former taoiseach initially claimed that rural Ireland is subsidised by the urban economy but later admitted he overstated his case, acknowledging the complexity of the issue.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

What should Simon Harris's new investment scheme look like - and who should it target?

Experts emphasize that by cherrypicking the best aspects of savings and investment schemes abroad, Ireland can learn what works best in its own financial context.
Retirement
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

France v Ireland, Women's Six Nations: Can Girls In Green get revenge for World Cup defeat?

Ireland's women's rugby team is aiming to make history by defeating France on their home soil for the first time in the women's Six Nations.
France news
Europe politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Who really pays for Ireland? What the facts tell us about Leo Varadkar's rural-urban divide

Leo Varadkar emphasizes unity between rural and urban Ireland, rejecting divisive narratives and highlighting the pandemic's impact on appreciation for rural areas.
San Jose Sharks
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Are we waiting for this species to go extinct?' Inside the fight to save rare angel sharks off west coast of Ireland

The critically endangered angel shark faces threats from fishing in Ireland's marine park.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

5,571 children in emergency accommodation as homelessness reaches new record high

Homelessness in Ireland has reached record levels, with 17,517 people in emergency accommodation as of late March.
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