The lifting bridge at the Downs, near Mullingar was damaged following vandalism last month.

Contracts for the construction of the skate park were signed last week, with work expected to begin before year's end.

Motorists had been expecting work on the bridge to begin last month

The council has confirmed it has bought the site.

The incident took place on Sunday.

Well done to all the Gardai for taking part in the very, very long walk.

Local people have expressed worries that gangs of people are drinking and causing intimidation for people along the popular walking route

The towpath along The Royal Canal closes for two weeks starting tomorrow.