Gretta McCullough (64) was walking with her husband when without warning she was struck violently from behind with the blade of the seven-inch knife by Darragh Quigley (26)

A junction in the centre of Drogheda was closed after building capping fell, tearing down Christmas lights.

The streets of Ballylinan are lit up this Christmas, adding a warm, festive atmosphere to the local community.

Davor Bosnak is charged with assault causing harm to the two teenage girls at Ardarvan, Buncrana on Friday night last at approximately 8pm.