New figures from the Department of Housing are devastating A new report from the Department of Housing has confirmed that over 5,000 children will be homeless for Christmas. The report has revealed yet another stark increase in homeless statistics, with a total of 16,766 people homeless in October. This includes 5,274 children in 2,484 families. […]
5 days ago
The incident happened in Crumlin on Halloween night Gardaí have launched an investigation after a firework was thrown into the home of a woman in her 30s in Crumlin on Halloween. They are urging witnesses to come forward after a woman was injured by fireworks at a residence on Cashel Avenue on October 31st. Gardaí […]
1 month ago
UL graduate Leah Shanahan designed the accessible pregnancy test A University of Limerick graduate has designed the world’s first fully accessible saliva-based pregnancy test for visually impaired women. UL graduate Leah Shanahan was inspired by her personal experience as a visually impaired woman. Leah’s design is the first saliva-based, reusable, accessible pregnancy test to deliver […]
3 months ago
One person has died following a listeriosis outbreak The FSAI has revealed that an adult has died with a confirmed case of listeria infection. The news comes after a listeria outbreak was detected in Ireland, with nine cases of listeriosis being confirmed on July 23rd. HSE’s Health Protection Surveillance Centre has launched an investigation following […]
4 months ago
Back-to-school costs are putting a huge financial strain on families All families are well aware of the financial impact the back-to-school season has on their finances. It feels like we’re spending more money than ever on back-to-school essentials, from uniforms to stationery, and after-school activity fees. We spend such a huge portion of the summer […]
5 months ago
Another child is in a serious condition in hospital after the Donegal road accident Gardaí have launched an investigation following a tragic road accident in Co. Donegal on Wednesday, July 2nd. The collision occurred on the R240 at Carrowmore, Glentogher, Carndonagh, Co. Donegal Shortly before 6. 30pm yesterday evening, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted […]
5 months ago