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A Cavan Monaghan TD says that he believes we don't need new laws, but Garda need to have resources. Matt Carthy's comments come as Sinn Fein wants social media companies to be held accountable for glorifying illegal activities including driving the wrong way on motorways. However, TikTok has refused to appear before the Oireachtas Media Committee to face questions after a car drove the wrong…
1,947 students are set to receive their Leaving Cert results across Cavan and Monaghan this morning. The 2026 Leaving Certificate results will be available from 10am this morning online. The State Examinations Commission candidate helpline will be available at 1800 111 135 or 1800 111 136 from 9am to 5pm today. Advertisement The State Examinations Commission has revealed top grades are down this…
Monaghan County Councillor Seamus Coyle will be laid to rest today. The Fianna F il Councillor died suddenly at his home in Castleblaney this week. He is being remembered for his 22 years of dedicated public service, dedication to community service and his unwavering commitment to representing the people of Monaghan. Advertisement Removal on Friday morning from his residence to arrive at St.Mary's…
The community of Maudabawn will come together this weekend to celebrate 200 years of St Patrick's Church. For over 200 years the people of Maudabawn have been anchored by the church. Local man Aogan O'Fearghaill will launch his book 'From Bridge to Spire' at 9pm tomorrow night in Gallonray House. Advertisement The book traces the epic history of a community enduring extraordinary oppression. It…
A local woman says she is delighted to play her part in improving the town of Killeshandra and the wider area. With over one hundred children at Circle of Friends in Killeshandra and 20 staff employed, the childcare service manager, Nicola O'Reilly can be proud of where the service has gone. The business began 7 years ago with just five children and now waiting lists for spaces, the facility is…
A local business has teamed up with Monaghan Tidy Towns to help tackle the scourge that is single use coffee cups. Genesis Caf and Monaghan Tidy Towns have launched an initiative to help address the single-use coffee cup problem. According to Chairperson of the local group, Emer Brennan says these items are one of the most persistent litter items volunteers are finding on a regular basis.…
Crimestoppers are offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest in relation to the murder of Marian Beattie on the 31st of March 1973. Crimestoppers, a charity which is independent of the police, has offered a reward of up to 20,000. Marian's body was found at the bottom of a quarry near Aughnacloy in 1973. Advertisement Marian, aged 18, had been attending a charity dance at Hadden's…
August 8th will always be noted as an historic day for the Mc Kenna family as Aaron claimed the IBF Middleweight title belt. Thousands turned out in the home town of Aaron and Stephen on Thursday evening the 13 th of August at a civic reception hosted by Monaghan county council. Among those who were in the centre of Monaghan town was another former world champion Christina Mc Mahon and I spoke to…
Three Cavan artists and one Monaghan artist have been shortlisted for this year's AIB Portrait Prize and AIB Young Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland. Virginia artist Michelle Boyle is shortlisted for the AIB Portrait Prize with her work Edith's Night Out, a Pint and a Half One. Gary Sheridan, an artist from Carrickmacross has also been shortlisted for his video portrait, titled…
A retired Cavan Garda believes that juvenile criminals should receive the same treatment as adult convicts. The call comes following the fatal crash on the M9 last Sunday, where five teenagers lost their lives after the car they were being driven in collided with a car while driving the wrong way down the motorway. The tragedy has sparked widespread criticism of government legislation, including…
Brian Murray 34 Cherry Avenue, Caherdavin Lawn, Limerick, and formerly of Derrycrussan, Scotstown, Co. Monaghan and Ennis Road Care Facility, Ennis Road, Limerick. Brian Murray died on Tuesday, 18th August 2026 peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and the staff of University Hospital, Limerick. Predeceased by his mother Mary, father Patrick, brothers; James Patrick and Eddie, sisters;…
There's a call for deliberately driving the wrong way on a motorway to be treated as 'attempted murder'. It follows the crash on the M9 last weekend. Three women and a 7 year old boy are still in hospital following the crash in the early hours of Sunday morning. Advertisement The sisters and the child were on their way to Dublin airport when they were hit by a car travelling in the wrong direction…
The man aged in his 60s that was found dead in a house in Ballyjamesduff on Saturday last night suffered a fatal stab wound. Northern Sound FM understands that the 69-year old had one stab wound to his body. Named locally as Eugene 'Chris' Murray, the father of one was found unresponsive at a house in the Kilmore estate in Ballyjamesduff. Advertisement Garda are investigating all the circumstances…
Monaghan County Council held a Special Meeting yesterday evening to formally record its sympathy following the passing of Councillor Seamus Coyle. The meeting also paid tribute to his longstanding service to the people of County Monaghan. Elected Members joined the Cathaoirleach, Chief Executive and Council staff in remembering Councillor Coyle's contribution to public life, reflecting on his…
Farmers have outlined their concerns around spiralling costs of fertiliser and are wondering where the European Commission and Government Support Scheme has gone to. That's according to Midlands North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly who attended the 83 rd Virginia Show today. With many local farmers left with no other option but to use winter fodder in August, the Independent Ireland representative said…
Advocacy groups and health campaigns have increasingly called for the lowering of the routine breast screening age from 50 to younger brackets. In Ireland the national BreastCheck program currently invites women aged 50 to 69 for a free mammogram every two years. With a concerning rise in breast cancer diagnoses among younger women aged 20-49, Co Cavan woman Alanna Kells is calling for the…
Paddy (Patrick) Coyle Rooskey, Threemilehouse, Co Monaghan. Paddy (Patrick) Coyle passed away on Wednesday, August 19th, 2026. Peacefully surrounded by his devoted family in the wonderful care of the staff in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Predeceased by his parents Edward & Margaret, his brother Seamus and sister Mary (Casey) "May Paddy's Gentle Soul, Rest Now In Eternal Peace" Forever…
Catholic baptisms in the Diocese of Kilmore have fallen, from 2,531 in 2015 to 1,794 in 2025 , a decline of almost 30%. The figures come from a new report by the Iona Institute examining baptism trends across Ireland. Advertisement The Institute asked catholic dioceses around the country to provide them with their most recent baptism figures plus those from 10 years. It noted that almost all…
The IFA Ulster/North Leinster regional chair says the recently introduced legislation around rural one-off housing is a welcome development for local farmers. This comes as the laws surrounding the application for rural dwellings were recently relaxed in government legislation, allowing easier access for those wishing to build a one-off home in rural areas to obtain planning permission.…
Tony Mulroy Woodview, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and Yellowbatter, Drogheda, Co Louth. Tony Mulroy passed away on Tuesday, 18th August 2026. Predeceased by his wife Rose. Deeply regretted by his brother Gerry and sister Ann, extended family and friends. May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace Reposing at Clarke's Funeral Home, Bailieborough (A82 W2H7) in Room 2 on Thursday 20th August from 5pm - 7pm.…
