‘Harvey was our rock star’ – Parents of boy (9) who waited years for scoliosis surgery vow to continue campaigning after his death

“We are devastated, Harvey was our rock star, and we will continue to campaign for other children in similar situations as Harvey,” his father, Stephen Morrison, said. “We have to continue to... Read more »

Mother of Seán Rooney says Lebanon trial ‘not justice’

The mother of slain Irish peacekeeper Private Seán Rooney has criticised the Lebanese trial that convicted and sentenced those involved in his killing this week. In a statement, Natasha Rooney said her... Read more »

A tense exchange… a sharp exit from bar!

Madam Anne: Oh great, just the tool I was talking about, I thought to myself as I watched the man reach across in front of me to steal the change on the... Read more »

Councillors urge Tipperary Council to stop using glyphosate weed killer over health risks

Nine councillors joined forces to collectively call on Tipperary County Council to stop using glyphosate weed killer due to the health risks associated with it but failed to receive the commitment they were... Read more »

Two month hosepipe ban for Waterford

Uisce Éireann has confirmed to The Munster Express that a Water Conservation Order — commonly known as a hosepipe ban — will come into effect across County Waterford from Saturday, 26 July... Read more »

Fort Dunree Project upgrade refused due to Lough Swilly effluent concerns

Permission to restore and upgrade the existing visitor experience at Fort Dunree was refused by An Coimisiún Pleanála due to pollution concerns at Lough Swilly. Donegal County Council had sought approval from... Read more »

Teen stole beer keg from Longford pub and a key trolley worth a total of €550

A 17 year-old who stole a keg of Guinness and a key trolley worth a total of €550 from a Longford town pub and admitted a multitude of other thefts and a... Read more »

GAA’s deep roots demonstrated as company sponsors two Offaly clubs

The junior hurling name saw an uncle and nephew compete against each other. THE deep roots that the GAA has in a variety of ways was perfectly demonstrated last week when two... Read more »

Injured Laois LGFA star: Watching Laois is a ‘privilege and a cruelty’ ahead of All-Ireland final

Sarsfields star forward Ciara Burke is the living embodiment of the motto adopted by the Laois ladies’ Gaelic football team.The refreshed panel and management team adopted ‘unity, commitment and resilience’ last winter... Read more »

‘A slap in the face’: Local Property Tax increase in Kildare under fire

A TD representing Kildare South has criticised the increase in Local Property Tax (LPT), which was discussed at a recent Kildare County Council (KCC) meeting. Sinn Féin TD for Kildare South, Shónagh Ní... Read more »