Louise Heavin lost her seat on Westmeath County Council in June's local election having served as a local representative since the 2019.

The most recent survey shows there are 532 Travellers in Co Roscommon, 60% of whom - or 319 - are children.

Garda forensic investigators carried out an examination on Saturday, after blood was reportedly found in his shed on Friday.

Oran GAA in Co. Roscommon have been given the green light for the development of a new shop at their grounds in Rockfield.

Councillor Brendan Barry is asking the council for details on the specifications for ramps and pedestrian crossings, such as their maximum height.

The Athlone Palestinian Solidarity will hold the event in order to draw attention to the human cost of the ongoing war in the territory.

Sinn Féin is describing it as "a fiasco", saying it was meant to be open in 2022 but is way over-budget.

Fracking has been a heavily debated topic in many countries, as it has caused health risks and pollution in areas where it was practised.