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Property prices rose by 5.6pc, down from a rate of 6.1pc.

The officer has been suspended from duty, following an investigation by the Garda Anti-Corruption Unit.

Niamh and Alma Kinsella, Ella Hendricken, and a seven-year-old boy were seriously injured following the wrong-way crash on the motorway on Sunday

The man aged in his 30s, a member of An Garda Síochána, has been charged

In a statement this morning, Gardai confirmed instructors were already up-skilling in pursuits

A HSE investigation has found the products available both in shops and on the black market.

It comes as five teenagers were killed over the weekend, when a car they were in was driven the wrong way up the M9 near Moone, and collided head on with another vehicle

The picket by members of Fórsa coincides with a 10-hour work stoppage

A jury trial beginning today in the US stems from a lawsuit filed by 30 US states.

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It comes as no member of the force was qualified to pursue the car that drove the wrong way on the motorway on Sunday

The TUI is calling on the Department of Education to tackle the high levels of administration duties expected from teachers

The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning after a BMW driven by five teenagers was driven the wrong way on the M9

The boys, aged 16 and 17, were originally charged with causing serious harm to Mr. Coughlan.

The board analysed the Department of Education's Primary School Survey.

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Craig Coady's 13-year-old son Rory passed away last September from the disease, while his 16-year-old son Paudie currently has Friedreich's Ataxia.

Protests over rising fuel prices brought the country to a standstill earlier this year.

It comes as over 24,000 affordable housing supports have been delivered since 2021

The collision also claimed the lives of five teenage boys.

A motorcyclist, a man aged in his 30s, died after a single-vehicle crash on the N83 between Claregalway and Tuam at Carraghy on Friday night.

Gardaí have launched an investigation after the body of a man in his 30s was discovered at Wheatfield Prison in Dublin.

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Drought, reduced crop yields and higher fuel and energy costs could lead to further price increases at supermarket tills.

New research found 19% of packs examined in Newbridge were counterfeit, compared with 14% in Naas and 16% in Leixlip.

Rye River Brewing Boss Tom Cronin says businesses have been absorbing rising costs for five years as brewery numbers decline.

Amhrán na Laoch 2026 is part of this year's Irish Music Month.

New measures will target casinos and cryptocurrency transfers as part of efforts to prevent criminal proceeds being laundered in Ireland.

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Over 500 people have registered for the fully subscribed event. Speaking to Kfm, Dr. Emma Whelan explained the significance of the solar eclipse and what people can expect.

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Evelyn de Oliveira and her son travelled up to Dublin today to get solar eclipse glasses to view this evening's significant astronomical event

The operation on Monday targeted the Dublin 1 and Dublin 24 areas

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Figures for Naas General Hospital have also been revealed, however they are lower on the scale compared to other hospitals nationwide

The incident happened yesterday afternoon

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The water conservation order remains in effect for another two weeks, until the 26th of August

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The recent heatwaves has affected the quality of crops being produced.

Tributes have been paid to 82 year old Marie Heavey from Monastervin

A stretch of road on the R448 between Kilcullen and Naas was closed earlier today due to the inspection taking place

Daniel Kinahan has been remanded in custody after being extradited from the United Arab Emirates and charged before the Special Criminal Court.

Isobella Perrie Sullivan, from Abbeylands Park, was charged in connection with the discovery of a bomb in a car in Monaghan last month

Fire crews remain at the scene of a major scrapyard blaze in north county Dublin, where up to 100 vehicles were destroyed.

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Married father of three, Kevin Rooney is among 20 athletes competing this weekend

The Oscar-winning actress died last month at Our Lady's Hospice in Harold's Cross

Civil proceedings have been launched over the death of fashion designer Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, who was found on a yacht in the Hamptons last year.

Simon Communities report finds 17 were in Dublin, with Kildare the only area outside the capital to have any properties available.

Agriculture Minister says maintaining strong links with Britain's largest buyers is key to protecting Ireland's biggest export market.

Just over one quarter of secondary (27 per cent) and 21 per cent of primary school parents said they have to use savings in order to meet back-to-school costs

Last month was also the second hottest July since 1900

Proposed legislation follows a series of thefts, including incidents reported in Naas and Monasterevin.

Figures released by the Defence Minister reveal the cost of clearing fly-tipping and waste left behind after unauthorised encampments since 2016.

New M7 development will include Ireland's first Popeyes Drive-Thru, ultra-fast EV charging and several food outlets.

Almost 6,000 people have sought HSE help finding a GP this year as new figures show family doctor numbers continue to lag behind population growth.

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The operation targeted the illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes as Gardaí warned they are being used to facilitate criminal activity.

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A meeting, convened by Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan, was called after around 60,000 people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last week

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It is believed the US President will be in Ireland from September 12th to 14th

The 56-year-old died last week in a motorbike crash

Kildare saw a 69.4 per cent change in new electric car registrations in July 2026 compared to the same period in 2025

Two men are being questioned after Gardaí uncovered cocaine and cannabis during an intelligence-led operation.

Gardaí also confirmed there were two road fatalities on Sunday, bringing the total number of deaths on Irish roads this year to 110.

More than 1,500 motorists have been detected speeding during the first two days of the Garda August Bank Holiday roads policing operation.

It comes 16 years after the state's bad bank was set up to deal with the fallout from the financial crash.

The teenager, who cannot be named due to his age, had pleaded not guilty to murder, but guilty to manslaughter.

Over 16,600 homes were completed between January and June this year.

A multi-agency investigation is underway.

The Dubliner, who's the alleged leader of the Kinahan cartel had been fighting an extradition order.

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Currently the unit only has 29 beds, meaning an upgrade would only amount to an additional 21 beds.

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It is understood that at least 8 cars were damaged at a business premises.

Kfm reported how the woman was allegedly assaulted after she confronted the masked men at around 4am on Wednesday morning

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Historical trees and the Old Belfy that dated back to 1840 demolished to build the development.

The eviction ban expired at midnight on Friday.

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