Several animals were found on the property in small enclosures with no access to water.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses.

The campaign has been a huge success.

Locals raised environmental concerns over the possible impact of the development

Meat Loaf was hugely popular in Ireland in the 80's and 90's and played in a number of venues across the Shannonside region over the years

The collision took place on a local road at Cleenrath near Aughnacliffe yesterday afternoon

There's a sense of relief and celebration among many business owners and members of the public after the contents of a letter from NPHET to the government were revealed in the last number of hours

The fatal collision happened near Aughnacliffe in Co Longford around 4 o' clock this afternoon