Castlerea had the highest pass rate in the region at 47.8 per cent.

The plans lodged by Tom Crosby include a restaurant, retail units and housing.

A 7km section of the major road project was opened by Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien earlier this year.

The figures have been published as part of an RTÉ Investigates report into dereliction and how it is being managed.

The Social Democrats has reached a record high in the latest Sunday Independent / Ireland Thinks opinion poll.

Sean Canney will cut the ribbon on the Active Travel Scheme in Granard, from Market Street to Barrack Lane.

It's seen as a significant moment for the local LGBTQ+ community and their supporters.

Lego making is one of the highlights in Co Longford, where a sculpture of St Mel's Cathedral will be unveiled.