The greenway has been closed since May 23rd.

He started running with a 32 pound weighted vest, and is removing one pound for every run he completes to represent the weight of depression being lifted off a person.

An all-time high temperature for August has been provisionally recorded in county Carlow.

Due to continued pressures, some smaller nursing homes have said it is just not viable to operate and have closed their doors.

IFA National Poultry chairman, Nigel Sweetman says producers are frustrated and need urgent action to deal with matters.

An informal remembrance ceremony marking the day took place at Leinster House Lawn earlier.

A status yellow high temperature warning for Ireland, which could see temperatures hit the low 30s has been extended until Monday.

Deputy Pauline Tully has called for something to be done immediately.