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July
July 2026
Has the type of tree planted on Slievenamon made this week's wildfires worse?
Slievenamon fire may be extinguished in two days, says Tipperary fire service
One local TD says the fire has been unlike any other seen by the local area in many, many years.
Emergency services are unsure how much damage has been caused by the blaze or how it started.
Peaceful quiet of rosary shattered after stabbing at Tramore church
A man was arrested and a woman brought to hospital for treatment in the aftermath of the incident.
Refunds offered to passengers wrongly charged during start of new Cork Leap Card system
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
'I flew my mother in from South America': How our readers are managing childcare this summer
Parents broke down the eye-watering sums needed for the summer, with some families deciding to take unpaid leave during the break due to a lack of options.
Sinn Féin calls for closure of Carlow College to be paused
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
Burnham wants to make Manchester the second seat of power. Could that happen in Ireland?
A 2023 report called Ireland one of the most centralised countries in Europe, putting us only above Hungary, Russia and Moldova.
Data watchdog probes whether Eir signed customers up to deals without approval
It is alleged this resulted in debts accruing on the accounts of some customers.
Country music star Luke Combs headlines Slane this weekend - here's all you need to know
Bill to lift Dublin airport passenger cap signed into law
Government's Occupied Territories Bill passes amid criticism over lack of ban on services
Emergency services respond to fire in Wicklow Mountains
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Ten people suspected of selling dodgy boxes hit with legal letters from Sky
Government set to extend refugee protection for Ukrainians until March 2028
Of 260 solicitors polled by the Law Society, just three are working under new legal aid scheme
‘Hard to know’ when Aughinish Alumina workers will have clarity, Tánaiste says
Survivors of Bill Kenneally's abuse to receive state apology today
Here's What Happened Today: Monday
E-scooter rider who died in hospital after collision in Salthill over the weekend named locally
Trump says US will reinstate Iran blockade and charge for Strait of Hormuz shipping
It's the start of the school holidays - so how are you handling childcare?
Man arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Dún Laoghaire
McDonald says ban on hare coursing would have 'unintended consequences' for regulation
Ex-master of Holles Street warns of potentially 'catastrophic' outcomes in new birth guidelines
Man (40s) dies in hospital following serious assault last week in west Dublin
Council launches probe into developer as homeowners left without vital EV charging points
Residents have argued that planning conditions required ‘all’ car park spaces to have the capability to charge an EV.
Report urges new standalone job title in housing to help tackle crisis
Some restaurants are now trimming prices after getting a VAT cut - but most aren't
“Each business will decide for themselves what to do,” the head of the Restaurants Association of Ireland said.
There's a new plan for one-off housing - will it make it easier for locals to build in their area?
June
June 2026
This controversial speed camera in Kilkenny has resulted in 30,000 fines in a single year
The road has a reputation as a treacherous route, but a growing number of motorists believe they are picking up penalty points unfairly.
Homelessness: Slight monthly fall in adults and children in emergency accommodation
Ukraine asks the EU to stop refuge for men aged 23-60 to ease manpower shortage
Apple has already jacked up its Irish prices after announcing global increases last night
'It's rotten': Irish people across Europe are sweltering in record-breaking heat
Red alerts have been issued for cities across the continent.