Drugs gangs threaten to rape targets’ sisters if debt not paid, Garda Commissioner says
Arson attacks in Waterford and Offaly resulted in criminal charges, but many victims too fearful to come forward
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Dónal Lunny obituary: Innovative musician who leaves indelible mark on Irish folk and traditional music
Lunny never tired of seeking out new collaborations, novel sounds and fresh perspectives on the music that defined him
Glenisk co-owner Vincent Cleary on rebuilding the company after it burned to the ground
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Man who delivered ‘final strike’ in death of man on stag jailed for six-and-a-half years
Seán Munnelly of Athlone jailed for the manslaughter of Paul ‘Babs’ Connolly (48), who fell three times during sustained attack
Man jailed for stag-night killing after 21-minute violent assault
Paul ‘Babs’ Connolly’ (48) attacked by two men on night out in Athlone after becoming separated from his group
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Award-winning Tullamore chocolatier’s stock destroyed by factory fire
Extensive damage to Bon Chocolatiers premises in Co Offaly following fire on Tuesday evening
Ireland vs Europe apartment living: ‘When family come over... this is not what they envisioned’
Irish people happily living in apartments on the Continent highlight a chasm in building standards, attitudes to communal living and sense of stability
How to reimagine your garden with fresh eyes
A ‘might do’ list for your garden doesn’t necessarily involve radical change
Emergency electricity plants to cost customers €1.4bn
Last resort power stations to remain on grid for next two winters as energy pressures grow
Man charged with murder of Tadhg Farrell (4) and Mary Holt (60) in Edenderry house fire
Michael Dunne (22), with an address in Co Kildare, was charged with the murder of Tadhg Farrell (4) and Mary Holt (60) on December 6th
‘Devastating tragedy’: Father and daughter killed in workplace incident are named
Mihai and Denisa Chinez died at Banagher Precast Concrete, Co Offaly, on Monday
Father and daughter killed in workplace incident in Co Offaly
Coroner and HSA have been notified of incident at an industrial premises
In pictures: The National Ploughing Championships 2026
Total of 243,000 people attending the three-day event in Co Offaly
Baker at Ploughing Championships reveals secret to prize-winning brown bread
More than 400 brown breads were submitted ahead of the final which took place at the 95th Ploughing Championships
‘You can’t blame them’: Young Irish farmers on a looming agricultural exodus
Research from Agriland found nearly 30 per cent of farmers under 45 are considering leaving the sector within the next five years
Man (60s) charged over alleged assault attempt while approaching Taoiseach at ploughing championships
Man due to appear before District Court at later date
Blue nasal strips and an entire tent dedicated to 2 Johnnies merch dominate Ploughing
‘Hope is not a strategy’: Farmers call on the Government to confirm financial supports as we face a harsh winter
Robodogs, fashion and welly-throwing: The National Ploughing Championships kicks off
Quarter of a million people will flock to the agri-convention in Co Offaly this week, some to share industry insights and others to throw wellies
Culture Night 2026: 12 events to catch off the beaten track
From tribal dance and earthquake education to clay sculpting and an after-dark tractor parade, there is plenty to experience this Culture Night
As Shane Lowry watches on, Donald Trump reinvents himself as champion of all things Irish
The secret service needn’t have worried – the biggest danger at Doonbeg was an Irish golfer with a red-hot putter
Alex Dunne takes second place in Formula 2 race at Spanish Grand Prix
Sweden’s Dino Beganovic enjoys lights-to-flag victory at Madring street circuit in Madrid
Judge dismisses woman’s assault charge, saying alleged victim was not ‘innocent as driven snow’
Emily Evans (26) appeared before Judge Andrew Cody accused of assaulting Lindsey Lowbridge in Tullamore in 2024
Offaly driver nine times over drug limit caused other cars to take evasive action, court hears
Accused and his passenger stopped the car and attempted to escape but were caught by gardaí
Welfare benefits such as children’s allowance will not bar recipients from Irish citizenship
But those getting unemployment payments or certain housing supports could be blocked under reforms
Budget 2027: Jack Chambers plays down expectations of big tax giveaway after Harris comments
Taoiseach warns one-off cost-of-living payments can erode ability to tackle longer term issues, including childcare
Boy (12) dies and man injured after train hits car at crossing in Co Mayo
Irish Rail says the line between Westport and Athlone has reopened as of 4.10pm
‘Fear and regret’ in the midlands in wake of Ireland’s move away from peat
A just transition must support people who have lost thousands of jobs and faced an energy transition, say local advocates, who are sceptical about how funding has been spent
Patrick Bergin, co-star of Julia Roberts in Sleeping with the Enemy, seeks buyer for Offaly castle
The actor and his wife show us around Emmel Castle, where they have lived for 35 years
Hosepipe ban extended to end of September in 13 counties
Ban will be lifted elsewhere from midnight on Wednesday following ‘improvement in water availability’
Gardaí appeal for information ahead of 30th anniversary of Fiona Pender’s disappearance
Insp Alan Kerin said the investigation is ‘very much ongoing’
Dáil recall over fuel interventions ‘under review’, says Burke
Middle East conflict leaves Government in ‘very uncertain, uncharted territory again’, Minister says
Profits rise to €2.5m at family-run group behind Birr’s County Arms Hotel
The company owned by Eoin Garry acquired Dooly’s Hotel in Offaly in 2025
Tullamore Show: More than 70,000 flock to agricultural spectacular as it celebrates 35 years
Prize livestock, baking stalls, best-dressed farmers and hundreds of commercial stands among attractions
Brief brush with the moon’s shadow will bring sun’s secrets to light
What to expect from next week’s partial solar eclipse, and how to watch it safely
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