High traffic levels combined with intensive streetscape works have left locals unhappy with the current situation.

The Blas na hÉireann Awards are now in their 14th year.

The issue was first reported after lunchtime today.

Josephine Feehily says the new status for Athlone and Limerick university will result in a bigger profile for the region and will increase its attractiveness for business

Councillor O' Rourke wants the local authority in Leitrim to be more strict in relation to rules regarding hedge cutting and road safety issues

The duo took on the challenge in September in aid of Suicide or Survive.

The incident happened in Longford Town around 10pm on Friday night.

The campaign aims to make details of the elderly or vulnerable readily available to emergency services.