Over twenty schools in Mayo will benefit from the new ‘Bia Blasta’ scheme that will see €4.2m in funding go towards providing daily lunches to pre-school children in disadvantaged areas nationwide.

Health insurer Laya is increasing the cost of its plans again, as price hikes are now being announced on a monthly basis by the main health insurers.

The board of management at St Laurence’s NS in Greystones has applied for permission to build an extension to meet the growing needs of the school.

Plans have been put forward for a new two storey community care centre in Co. Clare. The application, submitted by Clarecare CLG, proposes a ‘Community Care Centre’ to be built along Bealach Brí, ...

Two Irish clubs have a chance to make the league phase of the 2025/26 Conference League after Shamrock Rovers’ impressive win over Ballkani last night saw them join Shelbourne in a round that opens ...

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in which a man died on the N69 road between Tarbert and Listowel at approximately 10am on Friday.

A key site in a popular tourist quarter of Cork City is up for sale, with potential to be transformed into a new hotel.

Eamonn Casey on caring for his mum with Alzheimer's. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest news ...

A Galway woman who was one of eight talented bakers selected for the finals of the National Brown Break Baking competition says how a simple mix of good ingredients and time are key to good cooking.

Can Scartaglin upset the apple cart following their promotion last season and league triumph earlier this season? Castleisland Desmonds celebrate a famous County SFC Final triumph over Southern Gaels ...

Love it or hate it, public transport is a core part of most of our lives. August is a busy time of year for planes, trains and buses with so many of us heading off on holiday at home or abroad, and ...

A syndicate of five from County Sligo has claimed the National Lottery’s latest millionaire prize, winning the EuroMillions Ireland Only Raffle from the 1st August 1 draw with their online ticket.