Local Improvement Scheme funding for roadworks across Ireland doubled to €22 million

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has announced that she is doubling the funding available this year for the upgrade of rural laneways and non-public roads to €22million. The funding is being provided as part of Our Rural Future, the Government’s ambitious policy for rural development. The announcement will see counties receive … Read more

€65m fund launched to address climate and technology ‘challenges’

The Government has launched a €65 million research fund to help Ireland become climate neutral by 2050 and address the challenges of disruptive technologies. Minister Simon Harris announced a €65 million fund to drive solutions to the green transition and to digital transformation. The National Challenge Fund consists of eight challenges, three in digital transformation … Read more

Department of Defence hiring Civilian Clerks, application deadline is 12th August 2022

The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of Civilian Clerk, based at the locations listed below. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. Requirements and Principal Duties of a Civilian ClerkThe nature of the work carried out by civilian clerks may vary depending on the … Read more

India wins historic gold and silver in men’s triple jump at Commonwealth Games 2022

Eldhose Paul and Abdulla Aboobacker achieved a historic gold and silver medal finish for India in the men’s triple jump competition at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Sunday. Paul earned his best mark of 17.03m on his third try, and Aboobacker came in second with 17.02m, which he accomplished in his fifth attempt. Eldhose … Read more

Dublin’s newest Indian takeaway chain launched, offering “authentic flavours” of India

A brand-new chain of Indian takeaways has opened in Dublin, serving up traditional favourites along with a wide variety of unique flavours, Dubline live reported. Thindi is located in Phibsborough, Northern Cross and Shankhill, as well as Sligo Town. Thindi promises to offer “authentic flavours” of India and is introduced by the same people that created … Read more

Two young men died in separate road crashes in Cork and Dublin

Two young men in their 20s were killed in separate road traffic collisions in Dublin and Cork on Saturday. Gardai in Cork were called to a crash involving a 4×4 and a car in Skibereen shortly before 10.30 p.m. The car’s driver, a male in his mid-20s, was declared dead on the spot. His body … Read more

Six children among 29 people murdered in Gaza violence

The number of those killed in Gaza violence has increased to 29, including six children, the health ministry in the Palestinian enclave said today.. 253 individuals in Gaza have been hurt since the hostilities with Israel started on Friday, according to the health ministry. As the crisis between Palestinian militants and Israel began its third … Read more

Ireland experiencing ‘brain gain’ as workers flock from abroad

Ireland is being heralded as having a ‘brain gain’ jobs market, with staff flocking here after the pandemic. This week’s job figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show unemployment at a record 21-year low of 4.2 percent. Employers warn there are still pockets of difficulty – but overall, we’re performing really well. Speaking to Newstalk, … Read more

UK Brain-Damaged Boy at centre of legal battle dies

A 12-year-old British boy with brain damage at the centre of a legal battle over whether to continue his life support system died on Saturday after a hospital ended treatment, his family said. The parents of Archie Battersbee made unsuccessful appeals at Britain’s highest courts and the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) against ending … Read more

Amazon company Ring to hire first 30 Irish-based people

Ring, an Amazon company, has announced that it will hire its first 30 employees in Ireland. From its Amazon office in Cork, the home security business will provide about 30 technical customer support roles; however, the new workers are also permitted to work from home if they so choose. By the end of the year, … Read more

Taoiseach releases eagle chicks in biodiversity initiative to restore native birds to Irish skies

The Taoiseach has released four white-tailed sea eagle chicks into the wild as part of a long-term initiative to re-establish a population of the once-extinct native bird. These white-tailed Eagle chicks arrived at Kerry Airport on Friday, July 1st this year, as part of a long-term wildlife reintroduction project. The 2022 phase of this landmark … Read more

Man (40s) in critical condition following Arklow assault

Following an incident in Arklow, County Wicklow, on Tuesday morning, a man in his 40s is in serious condition in the hospital.Garda officials are requesting witnesses to the assault. The attack took place at a home in the Ashfield estate, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, at around 2.30 am on Tuesday, August 2. Garda were alerted of … Read more

Public advised not to feed horses and donkeys without the owner’s permission

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine is urging members of the public not to feed horses and donkeys without the owner’s permission. Many of us are enjoying walks along boreens and village roads this summer and will likely get the opportunity to see horses and donkeys up close. The Department is urging people, … Read more