Michaele "Mikie" Marilynn Harris, aged 82, passed away on September 20, 2024, in New Jersey. A devoted mother and wife, she is survived by her second husband, Richard Bayer; sons, Robert Randall Rashkow and Roger Harris Rashkow; stepson, Craig Bayer; and stepdaughter, Michelle Bayer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert "Don" Harris and Alice Harris (nee Ola), and sisters, Chrissy and Ashley. Professionally, Mikie was a talented singer who graced the music industry with her voice during the 60's, 70's and 80's. Using those talents, she started her own website (focused on children / music) named, Grandma Mikie (her alter-ego).

The National Children’s HospitalClaim: Simon Harris claimed that discussions about the construction of a new National Children’s Hospital began before he was alive. However, the current plans for a new National Children’s Hospital were first put forward by the faculty of paediatrics at the Royal College of Physicians in 1993. Those plans would see the consolidation of Dublin’s three existing children’s hospitals: Our Lady’s Hospital in Crumlin, Temple Street Children’s Hospital and the National Children’s Hospital in Tallaght. InflationClaim: Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin claimed that inflation in Ireland peaked at 10pc during the cost of living crisis. Claim: Micheál Martin claimed that the Government has exceeded its targets under Housing For All, which began in 2022.

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Major roadworks are currently underway in Boyle town centre. The works, which will continue until Friday, December 6th, are affecting the N61 Bridge Street at its junction with R294 Green Street and N61 Shop Street at its junction with L-5056 Lower Marian Road. The closure, which runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, is to facilitate road reconstruction works under the Boyle Public Realm Project. Diversions are in place with a stop-go traffic management system in operation along the diversion route due to current available road widths. The bus stop on the Military Road in the town has been temporarily moved to Abbey Terrace for the duration of the work.

Brian Fenton to retire from inter-county football with DublinMichael BoltonBrian Fenton has announced his retirement from inter-county football with Dublin. In a statement from Dublin GAA, they said: “The Dublin County Board can confirm that Brian Fenton is retiring from senior intercounty football after 10 remarkable seasons representing Dublin. “Brian made his senior intercounty debut against Monaghan in the 2015 National League and his championship debut came later that year against Longford. “The Raheny man represented Dublin in senior Championship football more than sixty times, including playing a central role in Dublin’s record-breaking run of 45 unbeaten championship games. We thank Brian for his unwavering commitment to Dublin football.

Pictured ahead of the switching on of Athlone’s Christmas lights on December 1 were: (L to R): Damien Delaney, Treasurer, Athlone Festival & Events Group; PJ Glynn, Chairman, Athlone IFA Branch; John Henson, Chairman, Athlone Festival & Events Group; Mayor Frankie Keena, Secretary, Athlone Festival & Events Group; Dolores Crear, Manager Athlone Family Resource Centre; Padraig Hegarty, Chairman Athlone Family Resource Centre. Date announced for switching on of Athlone's Christmas lightsThe installation of Athlone's Christmas lights has gotten underway, with Sunday, December 1, announced as the date when they will be switched on with a ceremony in the civic square at 4pm. The town's Mayor, Cllr Frankie Keena, is secretary of the Athlone Festival & Events Group which is responsible for erecting the town's Christmas lights. The contractor is working to minimise any inconvenience, and the Athlone Festival & Events Group said it appreciates the community's patience and cooperation during the installation period. Cllr Keena said the Christmas lights are "an important part of our town's festive spirit," bringing joy to residents and visitors alike.

Pictured at the Londis Retailing Retailing Excellence Awards, which took place recently in the Lyrath Estate Hotel, Co. Kilkenny, were (from left): Declan Boyle Londis RDM; Orla Doolan and Ciarán Doolan, Doolan's Londis Kilcormac. Two Offaly stores honoured at Londis Retailing Excellence AwardsLondis retailers from every corner of the country, including two from Offaly, were honoured at the recent Londis Retailing Excellence Awards ceremony in Lyrath Hotel, Kilkenny. Liam Doolan of Doolan's Londis in Kilcormac and Aidan Flynn of Knight's Londis in Clara were the Offaly retailers and stores honoured at the event which was hosted by BWG Foods, owners and operators of the Londis brand in Ireland. This year’s Londis Retailing Excellence Awards, held in association with independent body Solution Management Associates (SMA), recognised those Londis stores which excelled during the year across all areas of their store. "I offer my congratulations to these outstanding Londis retailers from Offaly and their staff."

The McDonald's outlet on Church Road, TullamoreMcDonald's contributes over €3m to Offaly economyIn 2023, McDonald’s contributed €3.6 million to the local economy and supported 106 jobs in Offaly, according to new research. McDonald’s has one restaurant in Offaly in Tullamore. The McDonald’s Ireland Social and Economic Impact Report highlighted that McDonald’s supports 11,640 jobs across Ireland and contributed €414.6 million to the Irish economy in 2023. It also revealed its ambition to create 1,000 new jobs across Ireland over the next four years, marking a €40 million investment. Out of the 11,640 jobs that McDonald’s supports in Ireland, 8,880 are directly employed by the company and its franchisees directly.

Lewis Hamilton to fulfil final three races of his Mercedes careerBy Philip Duncan, PA F1 CorrespondentLewis Hamilton will fulfil the final three races of his Mercedes career as planned – starting at this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. The seven-time world champion raised doubt over his immediate future following a post-race radio message at the previous round in Brazil. The team confirmed the 39-year-old will also address the media – as per his regular pre-race commitments – on Wednesday night in Las Vegas. Hamilton endured one of the worst performances of his glittering career in Interlagos – crossing the line in 10th. Photo by Andre PennerIn a Mercedes press release ahead of this weekend’s event in the United States, team principal Toto Wolff said: “We head to Las Vegas ready to tackle the final three races of the season.

Moate Sports & Recreation CentreAnnual Moate Christmas Market takes place this weekendThe annual Moate Christmas Market is set to take place on Sunday, November 24, from 11am to 6pm in Moate Sports & Recreation Centre. The market will be an indoor event, meaning attendees can enjoy the festivities out of the cold winter weather. The market features around 50 stalls with festive goods, food, and crafts, as well as a raffle with great prizes. With backing from local businesses and councillors Tom Farrell and Vinny McCormack, the event is a cherished community highlight. Don’t miss this chance to support a great cause while enjoying the festive atmosphere—there may even be a special visit from Santa!

Woodie’s staff at Woodie’s Athlone pictured with a cheque for €4,194 which was raised during the 10th annual Woodie’s Heroes campaign. This year marks the tenth anniversary of Woodie’s Heroes. This year’s charities were Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland, Children’s Health Foundation, Childline by ISPCC, and Down Syndrome Ireland. Woodie’s colleagues at Woodie’s Athlone pictured with a cheque for €4,194 which was raised during the 10th annual Woodie’s Heroes campaign. “Woodie’s Heroes is part of what makes us who we are, and it strengthens our bond with the communities around us.

You made tennis world proud – Federer pays tribute to friend and rival NadalBy Eleanor Crooks, PA Tennis Correspondent, MalagaRoger Federer has published a long letter paying tribute to great rival Rafael Nadal ahead of the Spaniard’s retirement, saying: “Your old friend is always cheering for you.”Nadal is bidding goodbye to tennis at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga this week, with Spain beginning their campaign against the Netherlands later on Tuesday. Federer and Nadal’s rivalry defined one of the greatest eras in the sport, with the pair locking horns 40 times between 2004 and 2019. As you get ready to graduate from tennis, I’ve got a few things to share before I maybe get emotional. “And you know what, Rafa, you made me enjoy the game even more. Twenty years later, Rafa, I have to say: What an incredible run you’ve had.

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Athlone-based artist Anna Boles with her 2025 art calendar which is raising funds for the South Westmeath Hospice. Athlone artist Anna Boles unveils her 2025 fundraising calendarIn what has become a popular annual feature of the run-up to Christmas in Athlone, locally-based artist Anna Boles has launched a fundraising calendar showcasing some of her portraits of the town and the Midlands. The price of each calendar remains €15, with 25% of this going directly to the Hospice, along with 100% of all sponsorship raised. Anna's painting of Athlone's Franciscan Friary church, which sadly closed its doors recently, was chosen as the main image on the front of the 2025 calendar. Anna said she was delighted to have published the calendar again this year, adding that since it started the initiative had raised more than €12,000 for local charities.