There are a number of events planned throughout the Bank Holiday Weekend in the picturesque surrounds of Keadue.

The double Olympian hasn't forgotten his roots and now works as a brand ambassador with Coral Leisure.

Eight people were arrested during the riots - said to be linked to the fatal stabbing of three little girls in Southport on Monday.

Local attractions are expected to be busy over the weekend, like Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle, and several agricultural shows are taking place.

Passengers are advised to arrive at least 90 minutes before their flight is due to depart.

The Ballymote man was first elected to the Dáil in 1997 and served as a TD for 19 years in a row.

It's after a meeting was held in the Bush Hotel in Carrick-on-Shannon on Wednesday about the dire shortage of residential care facilities.

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys announced today that €16.5 million worth of funding is to be delivered to 185 community projects across the country.