The politician is remembered for his remarkable oratory skills and his constant involvement in local politics even after his retirement.

Minister for Education, Norma Foley congratulated the school by saying the school showed great creativity, teamwork and enthusiasm for languages.

The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, a man in his late 70s, was taken by ambulance to Sligo University Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

It's over claims some staff at the United Nations Relief and Works Agency were part of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7th.

Independent councillor Gerry Warnock was speaking after a fight between two men went viral on social media earlier this week.

The festival aims to broaden the appeal of community-based light and lantern art making around the county and grow Longford Lights each year.

Over 230,000 people nationally were without power at some stage within the past week.

The hospitality industry in particular has seen significant closures, with 188 establishments folding between October and November last year.