Ireland is set to experience a dramatic shift in weather conditions next week, with temperatures expected to plummet below zero degrees Celsius, according to weather experts. Forecaster Alan O’Reilly, who runs the widely-followed Carlow Weather social media page, has warned of a “big change” in conditions beginning on Wednesday. He cautioned that daytime temperatures could … Read more
The Malankara Orthodox Church community in Tipperary will celebrate the first anniversary of the consecration of St Kuriakose Church with special services and a devotional meeting on November 22nd and 23rd. The historic church in Carrick-on-Suir, Tipperary, was purchased on September 14th, 2024, by founding vicar Fr Matthew K. Matthew along with seven families and … Read more
Ireland have secured their place in the World Cup qualifying play-offs after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Hungary in Budapest on Sunday, with Troy Parrott scoring a memorable hat-trick. The result follows Ireland’s shock victory over Portugal and keeps their 2026 World Cup dreams alive heading into the crucial play-off matches in March. First Half … Read more
Over €4.4 million worth of cannabis was seized in South Dublin and Kildare on Friday, November 14th, as part of an intelligence-led operation. Four men in their 30s were arrested in connection with the discovery. Revenue Customs intercepted 220kg of herbal cannabis valued at €4.4 million, while Gardaí recovered an additional 10.5kg of cannabis worth … Read more
Ireland secured a place in the final stage of World Cup qualification by defeating Hungary, following their stunning upset win over Portugal. In Sunday’s match held in Budapest, Troy Parrott delivered a hat-trick to lead Ireland to a 3–2 victory. Parrott had also been the hero in the game against Portugal, scoring twice. Hungary opened … Read more
A total of 194 new members were sworn into An Garda Síochána on Friday, increasing the force’s strength to 14,481. The intake includes 137 men and 57 women, with 18 recruits born outside the State across several European countries, as well as South Africa and Scotland. An additional 17 Garda Reserve members were also attested. … Read more
Government-controlled public transport operators in Ireland have launched a major recruitment campaign for foreign bus drivers as the sector seeks to address staffing shortages. Bus Éireann and Dublin Bus are actively recruiting qualified drivers from abroad to fill vacancies across their networks, with applications open to candidates from European countries and those already residing in … Read more
Storm Claudia has battered Ireland, bringing heavy rain and flooding to multiple counties and leaving numerous homes without power. Met Éireann issued orange and yellow weather warnings for various counties on Friday and Saturday as the storm brought strong winds and intense rainfall. The alerts covered areas including Dublin and Cork, with the eastern and … Read more
The government has announced an ambitious new housing strategy aimed at delivering 300,000 homes in Ireland by 2030, including 72,000 social housing units, though the plan has drawn immediate criticism for failing to set annual targets. The ‘Delivering Homes, Building Communities’ plan was launched by Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Housing Minister James Brown, who described … Read more
Dublin’s Aviva Stadium will host seven matches during the 2028 European Championship, officials have confirmed, marking a significant coup for Irish football. The stadium will stage five group matches, one round of 16 fixture and one quarter-final as part of the 24-team tournament, which will feature 51 matches over 31 days across the United Kingdom … Read more
Met Éireann has issued orange and yellow weather warnings across multiple counties as Ireland faces continued heavy rainfall and strong winds today and tomorrow. Orange Rain Warning An orange rain warning came into effect at 2pm today (Friday) for Dublin, Wexford and Wicklow and will remain in place until 11am tomorrow (Saturday). Authorities are warning … Read more
Dublin City Council is preparing to reduce the speed limit to 30km/h on nearly all roads throughout the city in a major traffic safety initiative. While many areas, including residential zones, already operate under this restriction, numerous roads with higher speed limits will soon be subject to the new measure. The council is set to … Read more
Met Éireann has issued multiple weather warnings for Friday and Saturday as heavy rain and strong winds are set to hit parts of the country. Dublin, Wexford, and Wicklow will be under a Status Orange rain warning from 2pm Friday until 11am Saturday, with significant rainfall and possible flooding, especially on higher ground. A Status … Read more
Parents are being urged not to buy e-scooters for children this Christmas due to a sharp rise in serious head injuries. It is illegal for anyone under 16 to ride an e-scooter on public roads, yet they have become the leading cause of traumatic brain injury among children treated at Children’s Health Ireland in Temple … Read more
Almost all roads in Dublin city are set to have their speed limits reduced to 30km/h as part of a new safety plan by Dublin City Council. While many residential areas already follow the lower limit, the move will now extend to routes that currently have higher speeds, with bylaws being drafted and opened for … Read more