Organisers made the decision to leave the parade on Easter Sunday this year despite Roscommon playing Galway this afternoon in Salthill.

Dessie O'Kelly died when the tractor he was a passenger in collided at Aghavilla, Carrigallen, on Tuesday afternoon at around 3 o'clock.

Banks and credit unions may be asked to ease their rules for people who don't qualify for a mortgage, but want to move to a smaller home while their old house is sold.

Investigations are ongoing. 

Areas affected include townlands west of Lowberry Cross, including Meeltraun, Cloonfad village, and surrounding areas, with works expected to continue until 4pm today.

Senator Gareth Scahill says therapy services will begin in special schools later in the next academic year.

There has been no hotel in Boyle for over 10 years since the Royal Hotel closed down.

The annual event is taking place in Knockcroghery at 4 o'clock this afternoon.