Conor Hunt

David Lovett and Louise O'Reilly said housing was a factor in their decision not to get married sooner (pics: RollingNews.ie)

Nearly 70% of couples delay marriage over housing - study

Almost 70% of 25-34-year-olds have said the cost of owning a home is causing them to delay getting married and or having children, according to new research.

Ireland • 12 Feb 25

Trees damaged by Storm Éowyn being cleared from Mote Park Forest

Damage to Coillte forests after storm could cost millions

Coillte estimates that the costs involved in removing damaged trees and replanting forests will run to millions of euro.

Regional • 07 Feb 25

Growing tunnels at a mushroom farm in Co Westmeath were completely destroyed during Storm Éowyn

Calls for support for horticulture sector after storm

There have been renewed calls for financial support for those in the horticulture sector who have been affected by Storm Éowyn.

Ireland • 28 Jan 25

23-year-old Elizabeth Plunkett had been on a night out in Brittas Bay when she was abducted and murdered in August 1976

Unlawful killing verdict at inquest after 1976 murder

A verdict of unlawful killing has been returned at an inquest into the death of a Dublin woman who was murdered almost 50 years ago.

Ireland • 24 Jan 25

Dr Mahmoud Abmarzouk's parents and siblings are living in tents in Gaza

Palestinians, Israelis in Ireland express relief at truce

A Palestinian doctor based in Navan, Co Meath and an Israeli woman also living in Ireland have expressed relief at a truce.

Ireland • 16 Jan 25

Thomasina Doyle from Goresbridge said the service was 'absolutely essential'

Meals on Wheels providing 'vital' service in cold weather

People living next door to those who may be struggling through this icy period are being asked, once again, to check in on their neighbours.

Weather • 09 Jan 25

The parties are set to discuss housing and energy at today's discussions at Government Buildings

Martin 'hopeful' new govt will be formed by 22 January

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has said he is "hopeful" that a new government will be formed by 22 January, adding that it would be "nice to be up and running" as the new United States president takes office.

Politics • 08 Jan 25

Sharon Keeley visiting Ann Rice at her home in Carlow

'An awful lot of calls' during cold weather - ALONE

Members of the public who are living beside older and vulnerable people have been asked to check in with their neighbours as the cold weather persists.

Ireland • 07 Jan 25