The results of the examination will determine the course of the Garda investigation.

While Donegal had the highest number of 'no' votes in both the family and carers referenda at 80 per cent and almost 84 per cent respectively, the Cavan-Monaghan constituency followed behind with the second highest 'no' votes.

The completion of the design will allow the council to move forward to accessing funding to advance the implementation of the identified remedial drainage works in order to address the ongoing seasonal flooding issues in Donaghmoyne village.

Monaghan is a strong candidate for the highest level of designation for Irish speaking regions, outside of the Gaeltacht.

The tradition first began in 1952 when the Irish Ambassador sent a box of shamrock to the then president Harry Truman.

Just one the many celebrations attributed to our Patron Saint will be taking place later this evening.

Although a parade will not go ahead this year in Cavan Town, communities elsewhere in the Breffni county are gearing up to celebrate in a style bigger and better than ever before.

Priests of the diocese will also concelebrate as will some priests from Ireland and overseas who studied in the College down through the years.