Sinéad Hussey

Midlands Correspondent

Two gardaí appear in court over corruption charges

Two members of An Garda Síochána have appeared in court and will be sent forward for trial on a number of corruption linked charges in the midlands.

Courts • 11 Aug 25

Role of young farmers a highlight of Tullamore Show

Thousands of people turned out at the Tullamore Show, the biggest one-day agricultural event in the country, with the role of young farmers in the spotlight as Macra joins the Sustainable Livestock Village for the first time.

Leinster • 11 Aug 25

The report found that child protection referrals in Longford are among the highest nationally, while poverty, housing instability, and school avoidance continue to rise

Report reveals gaps in community supports in Longford

A report has found that Longford town faces a range of complex issues, including gaps in services for children, young people, families, and older people.

Leinster • 23 Jul 25

Representatives launch funding for walking and cycling trails across counties Longford and Westmeath

Almost €6m announced for trails in Longford and Westmeath

Almost €6 million has been announced for the construction of walking and cycling trails across counties Longford and Westmeath.

Leinster • 21 Jul 25

Babak Meshkat, 45, of An Cimín Mór, Cappagh Road, Galway, was charged earlier this year following a Garda investigation. credit Tom Tuite

More time for doctor's plea in M6 dangerous driving case

A judge has granted a doctor accused of dangerous driving causing the death of his six-year-old daughter on the M6 motorway in Co Westmeath last year more time to decide his plea.

Ireland • 21 Jul 25

Former AGSI head 'felt helpless' after online harassment

Former General Secretary of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors Antoinette Cunningham has said that "blatantly false and vile" material posted about her online has had a profoundly negative impact on her and her family.

Courts • 17 Jul 25

The pilot initiative called 'Café Lates' aims to diversify nightlife by expanding evening options and offering 'an enhanced experience' to locals

Initiative under way to promote late night café culture

Efforts are under way in nine towns and cities across the country to encourage a late night café culture.

Ireland • 07 Jul 25

Elis Cleanroom employs around 1,300 people in Ireland

'Canary in the mine' - tariff threat impacts Offaly firm

The threat of tariffs is having an impact on Irish businesses, and the uncertainty is leaving many in limbo.

Business • 02 Jul 25

Fianna Fáil Councillor Aoife Davitt was elected unopposed

Westmeath council elects first female Cathaoirleach

Westmeath County Council has elected a woman as the local authority's first ever female Cathaoirleach.

Leinster • 01 Jul 25

Rian Sheridan was on his way home from football training when he was killed

Death of young Galway farmer leaves family devastated

Behind the statistics are the people. Behind the people are the families. 174 people were killed on Irish roads last year. Among them Rian Sheridan, a young man from Renvyle in Co Galway, described by his family as a person "who brought joy and happiness" wherever he went.

Analysis and Comment • 01 Jul 25