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UK news
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

File sent to DPP after arrest of couple on suspicion of murder in 'Kerry Babies' case

A garda investigation into a couple suspected of murdering an infant over 40 years ago has concluded, with charges recommended.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Row erupts over Tipperary GAA club expansion as residents and tennis club lodge appeal

Fethard Tennis Club expressed disappointment in the council's decision, stating that the GAA club's plans to use the tennis courts as an access route will have a significant impact on the club and its future development.
Renovation
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

Brianna Parkins: 'I have my feelings about the Rose of Tralee, but I'd be heartbroken if it were to disappear'

"Winter has officially landed in Sydney. Our summer has finally ended, with a bang. I'm overlooking the harbour now, and the waves! We don't really get autumn or spring. It lurches from one extreme season to another. You'd miss the mild, soft days."
Europe news
Travel
fromCN Traveller
14 hours ago

7 wonders of Ireland for 2026

Ireland offers seven magical wonders, blending stunning landscapes with rich cultural heritage, ideal for travelers seeking both popular and lesser-known destinations.
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

Gearoid O'Sullivan: Would you be happy to have details of your tax affairs paraded in public?

New rules threaten taxpayer privacy by limiting the right to private hearings in the appeals process.
Education
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Teachers in overcrowded Cork school forced to use disabled toilet as 'sensory space'

Baltydaniel National School faces serious risks from traffic issues and inadequate classroom sizes, prompting a plea for expansion.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Woman who smashed window at Simon Harris constituency office to undergo psychological assessment

Andrea Ogilvy pleaded guilty to multiple charges including abusive behavior and criminal damage, with mental health issues noted by her solicitor.
#donegal
Renovation
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Parents urge council to back down after state's largest private creche told to remove unauthorised structures

Families urge local council to allow retention of unauthorized structures at Junior Genius Childcare.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Meet the Kerry Japanese artist bringing sean nos and Irish language to life for a new generation

Amano De Londra Miura showcased her stunning sean nós talents live on TV, putting the Irish language back on the map and highlighting its cultural importance.
London music
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Lorraine Courtney: A nightly tourist bed tax for Dublin? This dirty old town is a far cry from Rome

Dublin doesn't provide enough value for visitors to make the proposed tourist bed tax worthwhile, especially when the city is characterized by overflowing bins and littered streets.
Berlin
#tourist-tax
Liverpool FC
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

National Football League - as it happened: Donegal and Kerry head for Division 1 final as Dublin and Monaghan relegated

Donegal and Kerry advance to the Division 1 final, while Dublin and Monaghan face relegation.
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

John Kerry Keane, who sold the 'Kilkenny People' for over 35m, dies after a long illness

Kerry Keane transformed the Kilkenny People into a major publishing group over four decades, which sold for IR£28.2m in 1999, setting a valuation benchmark that inflated provincial newspaper prices across Ireland.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

National Leagues - as it happened: Results and reports from today's hurling and football action

Galway defeated Monaghan 2-09 to 1-20 in Division 1, securing their second win and leapfrogging Armagh and Dublin to improve their relegation survival prospects.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Shane Ross: The establishment still can't lay a glove on the untouchable Michael Lowry

Michael Lowry survived decades of legal and political challenges, culminating in a DPP decision that vindicated him and demonstrated his political resilience.
Paris food
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Chasing big money by the beach: What happened when the Housing Minister went to Cannes

French civil servants and ministers attended an event in Cannes to attract foreign property investors to France.
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 weeks ago

In Remote Western Ireland, Travel Moves at Its Own Pace

You get this feeling when you enter the Burren's limestone landscape. It has an energy, and a history that permeates. A dynamic entrepreneur, MacNamara champions slow food at her Galway restaurant, Ard Bia, and slow fashion through her homespun label, The Tweed Project.
London food
Boston food
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Plans for Donald Trump's 'spectacular' Doonbeg ballroom appealed - 'Please refuse this nonsense'

Planning permission for a new ballroom at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Co Clare has been appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála by a Longford environmental scientist.
#planning-permission-violation
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
London politics

'We're being treated worse than the Kinahans' - couple at centre of Meath planning row hit out after council seize home

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
London politics

Gardai and security arrive as council takes control of Meath family home built without permission

Meath County Council executed a High Court order to seize and demolish a home built without planning permission by Rose and Chris Murray after a 20-year legal battle.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
London politics

'We're being treated worse than the Kinahans' - couple at centre of Meath planning row hit out as demolition due to get underway

A couple faces demolition of their home built without planning permission in 2006 after 20 years of legal battles, claiming they are treated worse than notorious criminals.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
London politics

'We're being treated worse than the Kinahans' - couple at centre of Meath planning row hit out after council seize home

London politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Gardai and security arrive as council takes control of Meath family home built without permission

Meath County Council executed a High Court order to seize and demolish a home built without planning permission by Rose and Chris Murray after a 20-year legal battle.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
London politics

'We're being treated worse than the Kinahans' - couple at centre of Meath planning row hit out as demolition due to get underway

Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Council in Louth seeks NTA green light to kick-start 2m Xerox junction upgrade in Dundalk

Active Travel funding cuts force Dundalk council to prioritize the Xerox junction for the R132 Pathfinder project, combining 2026 and 2027 allocations to deliver safer pedestrian access across the Inner Relief Road.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae remains the largest landlord in the Dail

The latest Register of Interests of Members of Dáil Éireann shows that the Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine owns 28 properties and pieces of land. Of these properties, 17 were some type of accommodation for rent.
Real estate
Travel
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

10 Center Parcs swaps in Ireland - family-friendly stays that are cheaper, cosier or comfier

Center Parcs dominates Irish family staycations since 2019, but high costs and value concerns drive interest in alternative vacation options.
SF parents
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

'What am I sending my children into?' - Parents remain cautious as Kildare school deemed safe to reopen

St. Patrick's Primary School in Celbridge reopens Monday after temporary closure due to fire safety and structural integrity concerns, following Department of Education confirmation of building safety.
Renovation
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Bigger extensions and bike sheds in the frame as planning rules set to be ripped up for home renovations

A comprehensive planning system review will soon propose exempting numerous home improvements and new dwelling types from planning permission requirements to address housing shortages.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Rules for building one-off rural homes will be relaxed by summer, says Housing Minister James Browne

The government will liberalize planning rules by summer to enable more one-off home construction on private land in rural areas, making guidelines mandatory for all local authorities.
Law
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Man accused of Kerry man Mike Gaine's murder appears in court via video link

A former soldier was charged with murder at Tralee courthouse, with bail application preparation underway and trial proceedings scheduled for the Central Criminal Court.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Pedestrian (30s) dies in hospital after being struck by car in Co Kerry

The crash, involving a pedestrian and a car, occurred in the Tubrid More area of Ardfert in north Kerry on Monday evening (March 2) at approximately 9:20 pm. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and said the driver of the vehicle had left the scene before the arrival of gardaí.
UK news
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I'm disappointed in the Government - every year there's a crisis in special needs places,' says TD and mother Catherine Ardagh

Parents of non-verbal autistic children navigate constant stress, relying heavily on Special Needs Assistants and specialized school staff for essential daily support and care.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Survivors of Ireland's mother and baby homes face benefit cuts in UK after accepting compensation

Irish mother and baby home survivors in Britain face benefits cuts when accepting Irish government compensation, prompting calls for legal protection through Philomena's Law.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Kerry pedestrian in critical condition in hospital as gardai appeal for witnesses

A hit-and-run incident in County Kerry left a male pedestrian in his 30s in critical condition; the driver fled before gardaí arrived and police are seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Councillors fight to have north Wexford's roads repaired by crews - 'Some people consider them to be in Wicklow, but they're not'

Rural roads in northern Wexford districts like Coolgreany and Ballyfad are consistently neglected in council maintenance schedules despite residents being integral to the county.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 month ago

I've visited hundreds of hotels - here are six simple ways Irish stays can make guests go 'ooh'

Small, thoughtful details in hotels create more memorable impressions than elaborate amenities or high-end service.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Martin Breheny: Ban overseas training - only the rich counties can afford it, making the gap wider

Having been hit for 1-31 by Derry on Sunday - the highest giveaway of any team in the 80 games played across all four divisions so far - one suspects that defence will be an early priority in the plush surrounds of the Quinta do Lago resort.
Liverpool FC
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Wicklow holiday village investigated for planning breaches still getting funding for asylum seekers

State payments exceeding €37 million to an accommodation provider continue despite a major planning dispute involving 65 illegally constructed structures on the property.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Teacher serving prison sentence for rape of relative struck off by Teaching Council for at least 30 years

An inquiry panel of the Teaching Council has also ruled that the man, who is in his early 40s, cannot apply to have his name restored to the register for at least 30 years because of the case's "exceptional and disturbing features".
Law
#special-needs-assistants
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Education

'We got this wrong,' Tanaiste says of SNA review as Taoiseach insists Cabinet never signed off on plans to slash numbers

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'Flurry of calls' when ministers realised 'PR disaster' on SNA provision was about to break

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Education

'We got this wrong,' Tanaiste says of SNA review as Taoiseach insists Cabinet never signed off on plans to slash numbers

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'Flurry of calls' when ministers realised 'PR disaster' on SNA provision was about to break

#housing
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Minister threatens to override councils on land rezoning in bid to speed up delivery of housing

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Minister threatens to override councils on land rezoning in bid to speed up delivery of housing

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Minister threatens to override councils on land rezoning in bid to speed up delivery of housing

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Minister threatens to override councils on land rezoning in bid to speed up delivery of housing

#camhs
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Public health

HSE boss issues apology for Camhs failings: 'Our services in Kerry were so far below the acceptable standards as to cause risk of harm'

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Public health

HSE boss issues apology for Camhs failings: 'Our services in Kerry were so far below the acceptable standards as to cause risk of harm'

fromTheregister
1 month ago

Cornwall council mishandles complaints in data breach case

A UK councillor has dubbed her local authority's data breach "crazy" after the personal details of individuals behind a series of complaints were revealed to her. Dulcie Tudor, an independent councillor for the Threemilestone and Chacewater area in Cornwall, England, publicized the data protection gaffe via social media following complaints about comments she made during a November council meeting. Cllr Tudor received ten complaints after asking fellow councillor Leigh Knight whether a trans woman was a real woman.
Privacy professionals
London politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Kerry charity worker savagely beaten says he 'still feels unsafe' as his attacker pleads for forgiveness

A 24-year-old man pleaded for forgiveness after savagely beating a charity worker who helps elderly people on St Stephen's Day in an unprovoked attack.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'An unimaginable loss' - girl (16) and Kildare couple killed in separate weekend crashes named locally

A 16‑year‑old girl killed in a hit‑and‑run in Co Meath was among seven people who died on Irish roads within a 24‑hour period, marking one of the darkest days of the year so far.
Miscellaneous
Mental health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Kerry jockey's drink and cocaine spiral - 'I remember thinking what the f**k am I doing'

Gearoid Brouder’s jockey and training career nearly collapsed due to family rifts and alcohol and drug addiction before he ultimately turned his life around.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Irish-language protesters demand action on housing crisis in Gaeltacht areas

Housing shortage in Gaeltacht areas drives Irish speakers away, threatening the language's survival as affluent outsiders purchase properties.
Startup companies
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Kerry mother closes business after three months because of costs - 'It's been really tough on me'

Emma Cullinane, a 29-year-old mother of three from Kerry, is closing her dream small business on January 22 after investing thousands from her savings.
Mental health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'My daughter is a shell of the child she was' - Kerry mother's 'nightmare' Camhs experience

A mother reports her daughter developed suicidal ideation after being prescribed medication by North Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.
Science
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Cheers, banners and pride for Kerry's Young Scientist winner, Aoibheann, as she returns to school

Aoibheann Daly, a 15-year-old Transition Year student, won the 2026 Stripe YSTE top prize for GlioScope, aimed at improving brain cancer treatment.
Education
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'No point' in releasing end date of SNA allocation review now, minister says after 'PR disaster'

No completion date will be specified for the SNA allocations review, and staffing changes have been paused following a mailing mix-up.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'Thin skinned' ministers will no longer be referenced by name during meetings of Wexford County Council

Wexford County Council approved a rule requiring ministerial references in motions to use formal titles instead of ministers' names, despite Sinn Féin opposition.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Dereliction, litter and anti-social behaviour: How we can change the fortunes of Dublin's north inner city

Years of neglect have tarnished what should be a jewel in the crown of the Irish capital - and a no-go zone for many. Local stakeholders discuss the progress made so far and what more can be done to make the area a vibrant hub For 30 years, Irish Business Against Litter has been waging a war on rubbish. Its latest survey, undertaken by An Taisce and published this week, puts Sligo town at the top and shows that the country is getting cleaner,
Environment
California
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Council OK with housing at Town and Country, wants to keep an eye on traffic

Palo Alto City Council supports a proposal for two seven-story buildings adding 158 apartments and 315 parking spaces near Town and Country Village.
#road-collision
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Dublin football team buys pitches from developer after discovering council's claim of ownership was mistaken

Broadford Rovers purchased a near eight-acre site in Dublin 16 containing pitches the council previously claimed to own.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'People didn't know where to start, so we asked them what they wanted to know' - the Monaghan community hub transforming views on the environment

A community hub teaches practical nature, climate and water stewardship through hands-on education, green retrofits, gardens, and community-led training.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Frank Roche: From county to club, Kerry sides are still two-pointing their way to victory

Adoption of new rules revitalized Kerry football, producing dominant success and signaling a broader rebirth in Gaelic football that threatens rival counties.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Hotel review: 'We're a golf hotel', I'm told - but don't let that put you off this new coastal bolthole

Portrush has gone up a gear with several new hotels, including this from Marine & Lawn
Travel
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Centuries old Kerry hotel sold to American investment company

Valentia Island's sole hotel was sold to an American investor as owners frequently engaged with the local community, boosting the island's UNESCO bid.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Kerry pupil's artwork of beloved saint honoured in local shrine: 'He's relatable to young people'

A Mercy Mounthawk student created a striking painting of St Carlo Acutis that became an enduring contribution to Holy Cross Church, Tralee.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I know it was a mistake, but I just want a home to retire in', says man (70) who built house after planning refusals

In September 2005, the course of Declan Dunlea's life was altered forever. At the height of the Celtic Tiger, he ran a successful oil and fuel distribution business called Core Fuels. He lived with his family in a beautiful five-bedroom period home overlooking Monkstown Bay in Co Cork, and spent his spare time renovating vintage cars. "After I left school, I started my own business as a coal merchant and did that for 15 years," he said.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Paul Kimmage: Sport Ireland and Rowing Ireland face the Oireachtas music this week - troubled waters run ever deeper

What will be their tune this Wednesday? You've got to hand it to Sport Ireland - they say what they like, and they like what they say. Take the press release three days before Christmas, 'Sport Ireland welcomes 2025 as most successful year ever for Irish high-performance sport', when they rolled out their big hitters for a collective pat on the back.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Indo Daily: Is The Monk bound for Dail Eireann? And does he even want to be a politician?

Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch is running in the Dublin Central by-election after narrowly missing a Dáil Éireann seat in the 2024 general election.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Dingle v St Brigid's, All-Ireland SFC Club final: Kerry and Roscommon kingpins face off at Croke Park

Ballygunner cemented their place among the upper echelons of club hurling with their second All-Ireland crown despite not hitting top gear in a 1-20 to 1-14 victory over Galway kingpins Loughrea in Croke Park this afternoon. Loughrea got plenty right in the first half with Darren Shaughnessy's exquisite 26th-minute goal leaving them just one behind at half time having kept a lot of Ballygunner's big guns quiet, 0-12 to 1-8.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Pat Kenny wins long-running planning battle over Dalkey nursing home after highlighting plight of local badgers

Pat Kenny, his wife Kathy and neighbours successfully blocked a proposed five-storey, 104-unit nursing home in Dalkey after planning permission was refused.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Man (70s) dies while five hospitalised in two separate Tipperary crashes

A man in his 70s died in a single-vehicle crash on the R660 at Holycross; five people were hospitalised after an SUV crash near Cappawhite, Tipperary.
#short-term-rentals
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

National Leagues: Limerick v Kilkenny and the rest of the action from around the country

Waterford defeated Offaly 1-19 to 0-16 as Reuben Halloran's 1-12 (all frees/'65s) late surge and a 54th-minute goal sealed Offaly's third straight defeat.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'It's incredibly traumatising' - Kilkenny community in state of shock after child seriously injured in dog attack

An infant boy in Callan, Co Kilkenny was seriously injured in a dog attack and rushed to hospital on Wednesday afternoon.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Colm Keys: Numbers show how smaller counties are struggling to keep up with the pace of team spending

'Runaway train' is slowing down though, as bigger counties cope comfortably due to increased revenues
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