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Mayo · May 26, 2026

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...

Dublin · May 26, 2026

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...

· May 26, 2026

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...

French Park · May 26, 2026

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...

Dublin · May 26, 2026

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 · May 26, 2026

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...

Limerick · May 26, 2026

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...

· May 26, 2026

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...

Athenry · May 26, 2026 Also covered in Oranmore

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...

Galway · May 26, 2026

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...

Dublin · May 26, 2026

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...

Galway · May 26, 2026

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...

· May 26, 2026

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 · May 26, 2026

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...

Galway · May 26, 2026

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...

Monaghan · May 26, 2026

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...

Monaghan · May 26, 2026

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...

· May 26, 2026

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 · May 26, 2026

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...

Dublin · May 26, 2026

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...

Dublin · May 26, 2026

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...

Clare · May 26, 2026

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...

Limerick · May 26, 2026

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...

· May 26, 2026

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...

Carrickmacross · May 26, 2026 Also covered in Belturbet, Ballyconnell

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...

Donegal · May 26, 2026

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...

Monaghan · May 26, 2026

Teenaged boy in critical condition after lake incident in Monaghan

A teenage boy was airlifted to Mater Hospital Dublin after a near‑fatal incident at Emy Lough in Emyvale, Monaghan. The boy remains in critical condition,...

Dundalk · May 26, 2026

Women's All-Ireland Cup moved to Mario Amore FC for Saturday

The League of Ireland has confirmed that the Saturday women's All-Ireland Cup match between Galway United and DLR Waves will be played at Mario Amore FC...

Dundalk · May 26, 2026

Knockbridge Vintage Club to host Roadrun and Coffee Morning on 31 May

The Knockbridge Vintage Club will hold its annual Roadrun and Coffee Morning on Sunday 31 May, starting at 11am with coffee at the community centre, followed...

Clare · May 26, 2026

Camper vans dent parking revenue in L'Hinche

Bill Slattery, a Fine Gael councillor for West Clare Municipal District, has called for designated parking for camper vans after concerns that they are...

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