Local Minister Heather Humphreys said "it's heartening to see more people return to work each week".

He was first referred for an assessment in September 2019 and is still waiting to be seen.

Planning for the bypass first began in the early 2000s.

Monaghan has seen increasing Covid-19 rates.

Redemption of a Rogue is directed by Cavan Town's Philip Doherty and features a mainly Cavan-based crew.

Vaccine uptake in Monaghan is believed to be lower than hoped.

Ireland has committed to taking at least 150 people from Afghanistan.

There is concern about a lack of staff available in the ambulance service locally.