43 Covid-19 deaths have been confirmed over the past week.

The Taoiseach says the system is already way beyond what was thought possible earlier this year.

A Longford man is exploring 30 counties in November to raise funds for suicide prevention and to remember his younger brother

The call comes from Fine Gael councillor Liam Callaghan.

Many consumers are being asked to pay additional charges on delivery.

The approval was confirmed at a meeting of the Western Regional Heath Forum.

Gardaí say the road has been cleared.

Traffic is down to one lane after the collision which occurred on the Ballanagare side of the village.