The Shannonside region continues to record low levels of new cases of the virus following weeks of increased transmission in the midlands.

There is growing concern that good weather this weekend will drive hundreds more Covid cases in communites trying to enjoy the long Easter holiday

The broadcaster died on April 1st 2001 and his family are hoping to remember him in a special way with the release of a new song

The Athleague man announced on social media this week that he intends to quit local politics after being first elected in 2014.