A scene from the 2023 staging of the Fáile Vintage Club tractor run in Daingean. The popular annual fundraiser returns next month. Popular Offaly vintage run returns next month in aid of two local causesDetails have been announced of this year's staging of a popular annual fundraising vintage run in Offaly. Faile vintage club will hold its 2026 vintage run on Sunday, March 8, featuring tractors, cars, lorries, bikes and more. This year's event is in aid of Cappagh National School and Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services.

The head of HSE South-West says he has "empathy” for the situation of a Cork mother who dropped her intellectually disabled child to an emergency department, but described her actions as “not sensible”. She said she had taken the desperate action on foot of her exasperation at being unable to access a disabled residence for her child. “I have tremendous empathy for parents, and this particular parent, just to say it is not a sensible thing for parents to drop their children off,” he said. Mr Clonan said the letter demonstrates that “we, in the view of the HSE, are primarily and exclusively responsible for the care and accommodation of adult, disabled children until we die”. I’m not sure it’s appropriate for me to do so.”On Wednesday, the HSE “sincerely apologised” for the letter that was sent to the mother.

John Eustace makes Patrick Agyemang protection plea as he raises Derby County concernThe Rams head coach was speaking ahead of the trip to Watford this weekend as they look to consolidate their position in the top sixView Image John Eustace (Image: Getty Images)John Eustace wants greater protection for striker Patrick Agyemang and feels he is getting a raw deal from referees because of his size. "He understands this is a very physical league and he's one of the top performers in the division," he said. He's played out of position. He's played on the left, he's played up top and I think throughout the season that physicality is where he's really improved the best. Here's how to ensure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google SearchDoes Patrick Agyemang need more protection?

The Department of Housing is to launch a website mapping registered derelict properties across local authority areas, local government minister John Cummins has said. He said some councils are performing “better than others” in registering derelict properties on sites on their individual registers. The proposal comes as the Government is due to introduce a derelict property tax in the years ahead. A meeting was held recently on the matter between Mr Cummins, housing minister James Browne, and finance minister Simon Harris. If people that own these properties aren’t using those schemes, they are going to be hit with a significant derelict property tax,” said Mr Cummins.

An Austrian court late ‌on Thursday found a 37-year-old amateur mountaineer guilty of manslaughter over his girlfriend’s death of ‌cold near Austria’s highest summit after he left her to fetch help, local media reported. Earlier, Plamberger insisted Kerstin Gurtner told him to leave her and seek help after they were trapped in sub-zero temperatures on the Grossglockner. Plamberger told the court he had climbed the mountain four times before, three times in winter conditions, before their ascent on January 19th, 2025. Investigators say Plamberger failed to flag down a police helicopter that passed them just before 11pm, then put his phone in silent mode and failed to answer subsequent rescue service calls. Plamberger insisted the conditions were good at the outset but deteriorated rapidly as they ascended the peak.

‌Dowman, 16, has been sidelined since November due to an ankle problem. "Max Dowman let's gooooo," posted a third, while a fourth shared: "My boy Dowman is looking good. The gifted teenager impressed on his senior debut during a pre-season friendly against AC Milan last summer. He just does what he does best which is to play football with a lot of courage and determination." His brief appearance against Slavia Prague remains his latest senior outing for Arsenal.

North East dangerous e-bike rider admits causing death of 'amazing' great grandmaBilly Stokoe has pleaded guilty to causing the death of Gloria Stephenson by dangerous driving and while unlicenced and uninsuredView 2 ImagesA killer e-bike rider has admitted causing the death of tragic great-grandma Gloria Stephenson. Now 19-year-old Stokoe, of no fixed address, has pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving during a hearing at Newcastle Crown Court, having previously admitted causing death while unlicensed and uninsured. (Image: ChronicleLive)Gloria's family previously shared a heartfelt tribute to the "amazing" mam, grandma, mother-in-law and great grandma who was "full of life". They said: "It is with great sadness that our amazing mam, Gloria Stephenson, was tragically killed on the 16th of May. We are all devastated at the loss of our vibrant, active, beautiful, and intelligent mam, grandma, mother-in-law and great grandma.

Danniella Westbrook showed off her new face in a new selfie after removing her bandages following reconstruction surgery last week. The former EastEnders actress, 52, still had a bruised and bloodied nose as she lounged by the pool in Dubai. Danniella has in the past had various reconstructive operations in a bid to fix her 'collapsing' face due to her previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis. Last year, Danniella revealed she was finally getting her face rebuilt as she headed into the 'very long' surgery. Danniella last appeared on TV on Celebrity Big Brother in 2016, where she reached the final, finishing in first place.

Apple said it will open a new office in Dublin later this year, taking permanent space in the capital for the first time. Speaking to the Irish Examiner, Ms Kearney said the operation in Dublin would complement the variety of functions already carried out in Cork. The Hollyhill facility is responsible for shipping Apple products to over 50 countries and supports customers in more than 130 countries. As one of the State’s largest employers, more than 90 nationalities work with Apple in Cork. The Taoiseach said Apple came to Cork in the 1980s, which he described as a “grim” period when unemployment reached 17%.

Gardaí should prioritise responding to mental health crises, drug-related intimidation, and other community safety issues over the next three years, its oversight body has said. The Policing and Community Safety Authority (PCSA) has published its 'policing priorities' for An Garda Síochána through to 2028, based on a public consultation and meetings with serving gardaí, experts, and community stakeholders. “It is important that our policing priorities are set by an independent body, which were developed following a comprehensive and inclusive process. “Our gardaí provide a range of vital services to the public, and we rely on them to protect our communities and keep people safe. “These priorities will help ensure that An Garda Síochána remain focused on key areas where they can improve the policing services offered to communities.”

Man Utd star turns table on Ruben Amorim vs Michael Carrick debate - 'Very misleading'Michael Carrick has been hailed for turning around Manchester United after the struggles of the Ruben Amorim era, but striker Matheus Cunha has a slightly different takeView 2 Images Matheus Cunha has thrived under Michael Carrick (Image: Marc Atkins/Getty Images)Ruben Amorim deserves some of the credit for Manchester United's improvement since Michael Carrick took over, according to Matheus Cunha. ‌However, Cunha believes that in some ways things aren't so different now, with Carrick building on the foundations laid by his predecessor. But he thinks the change in tactics from Amorim to Carrick has been overblown as a factor in United's resurgence. ‌"We’ve been there and tried different managers – (Jose) Mourinho, (Louis) van Gaal, (Erik) ten Hag and (Ruben) Amorim – and for me Carrick makes sense. Content cannot be displayed without consentArticle continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

Two female tennis players were forced to run for cover during their match when a swarm of bees invaded the court. They immediately stopped play as a ball boy pointed at something across the court, which prompted a kneejerk reaction from both players. Their heads snapped in the direction of the danger before Gibson swiftly pivoted and sprinted off the court. It later became apparent that the court had been invaded by a swarm of bees, that forced play to be suspended. The competitors later returned to the court with Gibson, who was the No 1 seed, going on to win in straight sets, 6-0, 6-0.

Moate road blocked by overturned truckAn overturned truck is currently blocking the Ballymore Road in Moate. Gardaí say the received a report of a single-vehicle road incident at Cooleen, Moate, Co Westmeath, which occurred shortly after 7.45pm on Wednesday night. Gardai say no injuries reported at this time. It's believed the road is expected to reopen shortly, with an operation underway to remove the truck.

Holiday lodges 'unlike anything else in the area' set for 'well hidden' countryside spotThe lodges are called 'not conventional buildings' in the plansView 3 Images Example photographs illustrating typical bespoke holiday lodges provided in planning documents (Image: Lambe Planning & Design Lt)New holiday lodges that promise to be “unlike anything else in the area” are planned for the Welsh countryside. Plans have been filed with Vale of Glamorgan Council to build additional “bespoke 5* luxury holiday lodges” at a popular Welsh equestrian centre. ‌According to applicant, Tim Vaughan Racing Ltd, the current site, Pant Wilkin Stables, is a family-owned and “high quality” tourism and leisure destination with holiday lodges, racing stables and supporting facilities. There are currently six holiday lodges on site, with the application asking for permission for an additional 20 lodges. ‌In 2025, according to the application, the current lodges had an “unprecedented” 81% occupancy rate, which is “well above” the national average.

Centrica is investing €380m in two new Irish power plantsBord Gáis Energy owner Centrica says it has learned “valuable lessons” in the development of two 100MW power plants it’s building in Ireland at a cost of more than €380m. The plants also assist with the continuing transition to renewable energy, helping to underpin the grid at times when the generation of renewable electricity dips. Capacity contracts guarantee that energy generators receive a minimum amount of money for making power generating capacity available. In Ireland, Bord Gáis Energy generated revenue of £1.02bn (€1.16bn) last year, unchanged over 2024. Those revenues and earnings are generated from across the Bord Gáis Energy operational platform in Ireland,“Our 2025 results reflect disciplined operational performance alongside accelerated delivery of our infrastructure programme and net-zero growth strategy,” said Dave Kirwan, Bord Gáis Energy chairman and managing director of Centrica Power.