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President going on trade missions would elevate them to ‘new level’ – Humphreys

President going on trade missions would elevate them to ‘new level’ – Humphreys

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

Heather Humphreys also said she was not being ‘nasty’ in how she asked Catherine Connolly to answer questions.
Two men (20s) arrested after serious assault of man in Co Tipperary

Two men (20s) arrested after serious assault of man in Co Tipperary

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

Two men in their 20s were later arrested in connection with the investigation.
Judge warns 'no-show' former GAA referee witness jails are already 'stuffed to the brim'

Judge warns 'no-show' former GAA referee witness jails are already 'stuffed to the brim'

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The case arose after a player received a blow to the face during a GAA game which resulted in the player losing a number of teeth.
Connolly warns of ‘politics of fear’ as Humphreys says rival ‘insulted allies’

Connolly warns of ‘politics of fear’ as Humphreys says rival ‘insulted allies’

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

Catherine Connolly was ahead in two recent polls ahead of the presidential election.
Council investigates after autism classes stopped in Co Meath

Council investigates after autism classes stopped in Co Meath

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

One parent whose child attends the one-to-one RPM (Rapid Prompting Method) lessons at the Enfield community and enterprise hub and library building as 'discrimination'
96-acute bed facility approved for UHL despite objections from residents

96-acute bed facility approved for UHL despite objections from residents

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

t rejected an appeal against the council’s ruling by a group of local residents who expressed concern that the height of the building will increase from 12 metres to 37 metres as a result of the extension.
Gardaí investigating the discovery of two bodies in Co Clare

Gardaí investigating the discovery of two bodies in Co Clare

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The remains of the elderly man and woman were found at the house near Doolin late last night.

Three homes with conservatories to embrace autumn

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

From morning coffee to evening relaxation, these three homes showcase how conservatories bridge indoor living with the outdoors.
Huge Ocean Sunfish found washed up off Donegal coast

Huge Ocean Sunfish found washed up off Donegal coast

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The huge fish was discovered by friends out walking yesterday morning at the Back Strand in Falcarragh.
Connolly, who has been the underdog ‘all her life’, on her presidential vision

Connolly, who has been the underdog ‘all her life’, on her presidential vision

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The left-wing independent candidate said there is a ‘golden opportunity’ for Fianna Fail supporters to back her campaign.
Gardaí launch investigation after body of man (40s) found in Co Cork

Gardaí launch investigation after body of man (40s) found in Co Cork

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The body of a man in his 40s was found at Rockview Terrace in the early hours of the morning.
What the papers say: Sunday's front pages

What the papers say: Sunday's front pages

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

A look at what stories are making the headlines in Sunday's papers.
Teenager dies following single vehicle collision in Co Cork

Teenager dies following single vehicle collision in Co Cork

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The Collision happened at Scarteen Lower after 11.20 pm when the vehicle left the road and collided with a ditch.
Poll shows Catherine Connolly has substantial lead in Áras race

Poll shows Catherine Connolly has substantial lead in Áras race

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

The latest Business Post Red C poll shows Connolly on 36 per cent, with Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys on 25 per cent
Police investigate ‘hate-motivated’ damage to Irish language sign in Belfast

Police investigate ‘hate-motivated’ damage to Irish language sign in Belfast

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

Police are asking those with information to contact police on 101 quoting 129811/10/25.

Man (40s) dies in three car collision in Co Kilkenny

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene, and the local coroner has been notified.
Micheál Martin tells Fianna Fáil he is ‘deeply sorry’ after Jim Gavin withdrawal

Micheál Martin tells Fianna Fáil he is ‘deeply sorry’ after Jim Gavin withdrawal

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Mr Martin also said he was ‘glad to see that that has been resolved’ in relation to Mr Gavin reportedly repaying his former tenant.
Witness fear cited as man (22) accused of knife raid on local shop is denied bail

Witness fear cited as man (22) accused of knife raid on local shop is denied bail

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Markuss Lama, from Myrtle Avenue, Stapolin, Dublin 13, was allegedly caught red-handed, Judge Conor Fottrell heard on Saturday.
Man (40s) injured following assault in Co Cork

Man (40s) injured following assault in Co Cork

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

The incident happened at midnight on Saturday.
I won’t smear anyone but I will ask hard questions, Humphreys says

I won’t smear anyone but I will ask hard questions, Humphreys says

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

‘I need all the votes I can get, there’s no question about that,’ Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys said.

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