The initiative was introduced by the Home Youth Liaison Service in 2024.

Cathaoirleach Liam Callaghan proposed the Oran native for the honour at this week's Roscommon County Council meeting.

The crash happened on Earl Street yesterday morning at around 10 o clock.

There will be a minimum payment of 100 euro, while the max rate will be decided by the number of applications.

Officers at Ballinasloe Station are appealing for witnesses.

A national campaign was launched earlier this week aimed at eradicating banned items for sale and supply.

One GP position in Longford had to be advertised three times before a suitable candidate was found.

Former Sinn Féin candidate Sam Brooks says Ireland was not in a position to take in so many in the first place.