By‑election results: Social Democrats surge, Fianna Fáil suffers worst result
In the latest by‑elections, Seán Kyne won Galway West for Sinn Féin and Daniel Ennis secured Dublin Central for the Social Democrats, boosting the party to 12...
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Mayo TD urges services be added to new Occupied Territories Bill
Sinn Féin TD Rose Conway Walsh criticised the cabinet’s version of the Occupied Territories Bill for banning only goods from illegal Israeli settlements,...
Sean Cain takes seat in Dublin after Galway West by‑election win
The newly elected TD for Galway West, Sean Cain, arrived at Leinster House for his first day in the Dáil following his by‑election victory. He will join...
Fine Gael’s Seán Kyne Wins Galway West By‑Election
Fine Gael candidate Seán Kyne secured a seat in the Galway West by‑election, defeating independent Noel Thomas. The result marks a setback for Fianna Fáil and...
Mayo County Council to Request PPS Numbers for Electoral Register Update
Mayo County Council has announced it will collect PPS numbers and dates of birth from voters as part of a national effort to improve the accuracy of the...
FAI to play fixtures amid protest over Israeli FA suspension request
The FAI General Assembly reportedly proposed a motion in November 2025 to ask UEFA to suspend the Israeli Football Association, but the association says it...
Justice Minister to Phase Out Ukrainian Accommodation by 2027
A radio bulletin reported that the Justice Minister plans to withdraw state‑contracted commercial accommodation for Ukrainian refugees by March 2027, with a...
Roscommon Council debates 11‑turbine wind farm near Ballinagar and French Park
Shannonside FM reported that Roscommon County Council is considering a wind farm with 11 turbines near Ballinagar and French Park, amid local concerns over...
Leinster House Protest Over FAI’s Israel Matches
Dozens gathered outside Leinster House to protest the Football Association of Ireland’s decision to play Israel in the UEFA Nations League. The protest,...
Roscommon Council Marks One Year Since Councillor Holland’s Co‑optation
Councillor Michael Holland reflected on a busy first year on Roscommon County Council, following his co‑optation after the death of Councillor Anthony...
Heatwave Warning Issued for Eight Irish Counties Amid Occupied Territories Bill Debate
Met Éireann has issued a yellow heat warning for eight counties, forecasting temperatures up to 30°C and record-breaking heat. Meanwhile, Labour’s Duncan...
Cabinet Approves Ban on Trade with Israeli Settlements, Justice Minister Plans Ukraine Accommodation
Ireland's Cabinet has approved legislation banning the trade of goods with illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine, Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee...
Cabinet Approves Occupy Territories Bill, Galway Council Boosts Housing Loan
The Irish cabinet approved a new Occupy Territories Bill banning imports from Israeli settlements, sparking debate over services inclusion. Meanwhile, Galway...
Seán Kyne and Daniel Ennis Win By‑Elections, Boosting Social Democrats
Fianna Fáil’s Seán Kyne reclaimed a seat in Galway West, while Daniel Ennis won Dublin Central for the Social Democrats. The result lifts the Social Democrats...
Fianna Fáil's modest results in Dublin Central and Galway West
Fianna Fáil secured just over 1,000 first preference votes in Dublin Central and 8.8% of the vote in Galway West, according to Clare FM. TD Fiona Cahill said...
Fianna Fáil Falters in Galway By‑Election, Says Daily Mail Correspondent
Brian Mahon, political correspondent for the Irish Daily Mail, criticised Fianna Fáil's poor showing in the Galway by‑election, noting that the party's...
Local Executive Admitted Embezzling €400,000 Over 12 Years
Court papers reveal that Peter Mersel, a chief executive, admitted to embezzling €400,000 between 2010 and 2022. Nicolas Sturgeon, who had no suspicion, was...
Waterford Hospital's 44-bed unit faces capacity crisis for Wexford patients
A 44‑bed psychiatric unit in Waterford Hospital is stretched thin, with patients from County Wexford often discharged within hours and lacking home‑care...
High Temperature Warning Issued for Six Counties – Sun Safety Advice and Fuel Scheme Deadline
Met Aeron has issued a yellow high‑temperature warning for Galway, Kerry, Limerick, Clare, Tipperary and Kilkenny until 6 pm tomorrow. Holly O’Neill urges...
Grid Systems Services lodges new battery block application; teenage boy airlifted after lake incident
Grid Systems Services has lodged a fresh application for 44 battery blocks at Ballyeuktor in Ballyhadrian, following a notice erected last week. A teenage boy...
Food Safety Authority warns against slushies for children; high temperatures expected
The Food Safety Authority has cautioned that children under 10 should avoid slushies because of glycerol, while a yellow high‑temperature warning covers...
National Heritage Week to Run 15‑23 August Across Ireland
Ireland’s National Heritage Week will take place from Saturday 15 August to Sunday 23 August, organised by the Heritage Council and backed by local...
Dundalk Poetry Festival to Feature Local and National Voices
The Dundalk Poetry Festival will run from Friday 29 May to Saturday 30 May, with readings and music at the AV Theatre, County Museum, Spirit Store and Row...
Tragic drowning of 15‑year‑old Abbey Carmody Pepper in Sutton beach
A 15‑year‑old girl lost her life while swimming at Sutton beach, County Dublin, over the weekend. Shannonside Northern Sound aired condolences and highlighted...
Revenue officers seize €8m worth of illegal cigarettes at Dublin Port
Dundalk FM reported that Revenue officers seized a container of smuggled cigarettes at Dublin Port, worth an estimated €8 million. The operation involved...
Shannon Airport records hottest May day in Ireland at 38.6°C
Shannon Airport recorded a temperature of 38.6°C on 26 May, breaking the previous May record. Meteorologists warn that temperatures could rise again, with...
Yellow high temperature warning issued for Kerry, Limerick, Clare and others
A yellow high temperature warning has been issued for several counties until 6pm tomorrow, with temperatures expected to exceed 27°C. Residents are advised to...
BP removes Irish chair Albert Manifold after eight months
BP announced the immediate removal of its Irish chair, Albert Manifold, citing governance and conduct issues. The move follows a series of leadership changes...
Monaghan tractor parts theft investigation and road closure on N87
Gardaí Monaghan are investigating the theft of tractor parts from several articulated units in County Monaghan, while a road closure on the N87 Belturbet to...
Defective concrete block crisis: 3,000 applications, only 300 homes rebuilt
A radio programme highlighted the ongoing crisis over defective concrete blocks that began in 2011, noting that 3,000 applications have been submitted under...
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