Since 2013, €1.7 million has been donated through the annual appeal, with almost €8000 raised in total across counties Longford, Westmeath and Leitrim.

The charity, "FirstLight", has provided free professional counselling care to over thirty bereaved families and parents across counties Longford, Roscommon and Leitrim.

Noel Quinn, who runs the HynesQuinn Driving School in Longford, says the new practical test for quads is just 20-30 minutes long

The project aims to provide an alternative to hospital admission for people experiencing a mental health crisis.

Figures from the Environmental Protection Agency show that almost two thirds of food waste comes from businesses.

From international conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, to local issues, Archbishop Duffy has spoken of his hope for peace to prevail.

It's planned that the developments would enable the set up of an upgraded irrigation system for the racetrack.

Bishop Paul Connell said the message of Christmas marked the coming of the light through the birth of Jesus.