Derek McCabe from Mount Nugent and the Irish Forest Owners organisation have been lobbying the government over compensation.

Gardaí in Co Cavan are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

The Tánaiste says the Justice Minister's claim that 80 per cent of asylum seekers are arriving here across the border from the north, is not based in fact.

If given the green light, the plans would allow for a mix of 2, 4 and 5-bed homes to be constructed.

Locals urged to lobby their politicians to sign a pledge of support an Irish Heart Foundation programme.

The Castleblayney firm is hopeful that this new course will provide future employment opportunities for local students.

Water was pumped into the canal in Clones for the first time in recent days.

The four-week programme of emergency pothole-filling is in response to countless complaints.