Tenders opened this week for the upgrade of the fire detection, alarm system and emergency lighting system at St Joseph's on the Dublin Road.

Local councillor Liam Callaghan says it has fallen into disrepair and is dangerous.

The local hospital's donation coincides with Melanoma Awareness Month, which runs throughout May.

He has this week called for more uniformity when it comes to the traffic calming measure.

The search and rescue operation was coordinated by the Malin Head Coast Guard, and local vessels helped in the search.

The Roscommon/Longford Garda Division awards are run in conjunction with the respective county councils.

The annual Darkness into Light walks took place across the country, starting from 4am.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses, and any road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam recordings from the area at the time are asked to come forward.