FUNERAL details have been confirmed for a young man who died days after being involved in a collision in Co. Galway. Simon Quinn was seriously injured when the car he was driving was involved in a single vehicle collision on the R360 in Ballintava, Dunmore on Friday, October 18. The incident, which happened at around 2.30am, saw Mr Quinn, who was in his 20s, taken to University … [Read more...] about ‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Funeral confirmed for young man who died in Galway crash
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New average speed cameras go live in Ireland this week – with fine and penalty points for offenders
TWO new average speed cameras installed at accident blackspots on Irish roads will go live this week. Installed earlier this month, the cameras on the N5 and the N3, will go operational this Friday, October 25, it was confirmed today. One camera is in place between Kilduff and BIllis, Cavan on the N3, while the other has been installed between Lislackagh and Cuilmore in … [Read more...] about New average speed cameras go live in Ireland this week – with fine and penalty points for offenders
Gardaí issue appeal for information as concerns grow for missing Irishman
GARDAÍ have issued a missing person’s appeal to try and locate an Irishman who was last seen on Friday. Jamie O’Keefe was reported missing from his home in Naas, Co. Kildare yesterday. The 32-year-old was last seen at around 5.30pm on Friday, October 18 in the Naas area. “Gardaí and Jamie's family are concerned for his well-being,” the police force said in a statement issued … [Read more...] about Gardaí issue appeal for information as concerns grow for missing Irishman
New direct flights from Ireland to Las Vegas begin departing this week
A NEW Aer Lingus route connecting Ireland and Nevada will take off this week. The nation’s first direct flight from Dublin to Nevada will operate three times a week from October 25. "Aer Lingus is bringing this iconic destination to Irish customers seeking an escape to the winter sun." said Aer Lingus' Chief Executive Officer, Lynne Embleton. "In addition to the warm climate, … [Read more...] about New direct flights from Ireland to Las Vegas begin departing this week
Áedh Mac Breic: Patron of Headache Sufferers
He was a descendant of the Uí Néill dynasty and often served as a peacemaker for that contentious tribe, who even accused St. Patrick of putting a curse on them. Before he rose to prominence, Àedh was an illiterate farmer, a bumpkin of sorts who was bilked of his inheritance by his brothers. Seeking revenge, the future Saint abducted their maid and headed south. A local bishop, … [Read more...] about Áedh Mac Breic: Patron of Headache Sufferers