LE Candidates Q&A: Brian Crum (Independent Ireland)
Brian Crum. LE Candidates Q&A: Brian Crum (Independent Ireland)Kinnegad LEA1. Tell us a bit about yourselfMy name is Brian Crum, I’m married to Wendy – we have three children, Megan, James, and Andrew, and we live in Multyfarnham. What I see as the big issue in my area is that north Westmeath has been forgotten about. The Kinnegad LEA is in north Westmeath but it has been forgotten by the bigger parties in government, both at a national and local level.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 16:39 UTC
John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face Hungary
John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face HungaryBy Damian Spellman, PAJohn O’Shea will send the Republic of Ireland into friendly battle with Hungary on Tuesday night with one eye on the future despite not knowing if he will have a part to play in it. The interim boss, who also took charge of March’s fixtures against Belgium and Switzerland, will be at the helm once again as Ireland prepare for the new Nations League campaign, which gets under way against England in September. Here, we take a look at some of the talking points surrounding the game at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. In their absence, Leicester’s 21-year-old frontman Tom Cannon could be handed a senior debut after helping his club win promotion to the Premier League. Szmodics, who made his senior international debut against the Belgians in March, qualifies for the Magyars through his grandfather, but admitted earlier this year that Ireland was always his focus.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 15:40 UTC
John O’Shea’s Ireland audition goes on – talking points as Republic face Hungary
Here, the PA news agency takes a look at some of the talking points surrounding the game at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. Going for goalsRobbie Keane scored a record 68 goals in 146 appearances for Republic of Ireland before his retirement from international football in 2016 (Niall Carson/PA)Since the retirement of record goalscorer Robbie Keane in 2016, Ireland have been far from prolific. In their absence, Leicester’s 21-year-old frontman Tom Cannon could be handed a senior debut after helping his club win promotion to the Premier League. Sliding doors moment for SammieSammie Szmodics (left) made his senior Republic of Ireland debut against Belgium in March (Lorraine O’Sullivan/PA)In-form Blackburn striker Sammie Szmodics will hope to line up against Hungary knowing he could have been doing so for the opposition. Szmodics, who made his senior international debut against the Belgians in March, qualifies for the Magyars through his grandfather, but admitted earlier this year that Ireland was always his focus.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 15:38 UTC
Teen in critical condition after single-vehicle crash in Mayo
Teen in critical condition after single-vehicle crash in MayoA teenager is in a critical condition following a single-vehicle crash in Mayo in the early hours of Monday morning. The incident happened shortly before 4am on the N5 at Deerpark near Swinford. The occupants of the car, five males all in their teens, were taken from the scene by ambulance to Mayo University Hospital. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Ballina Garda Station at 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 14:37 UTC
Football rumours: Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leaves
Football rumours: Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leavesBy PA Sport StaffWhat the papers sayJadon Sancho is reportedly willing to return to Manchester United but only if manager Erik ten Hag leaves the club this summer, according to the Mirror. Sancho has been on loan at Champions League runners-up Borussia Dortmund after falling out with the United manager earlier in the season. Crystal Palace are interested in Leeds winger Crysencio Summerville if the club fails to hold on to star duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, the Mirror reports. West Ham have moved a step closer to signing 18-year-old Brazilian forward Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras, according to the Times. Social media round-upPlayers to watchBruno Fernandes: German giants Bayern Munich are interested in signing the 29-year-old Manchester United midfielder, Portuguese outlet O Jogo reports.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 14:37 UTC
Tributes paid to nephew of Sinn Féin politician after lough tragedy
Tributes paid to nephew of Sinn Féin politician after lough tragedyDavid Young, PATributes have been paid to a man who died after getting into difficulty in a lake in Co Tyrone. Fiachra Ó Faoláin, who was in his 20s, was a nephew of Sinn Féin MLA Colm Gildernew and former Sinn Féin MP Michelle Gildernew. It is understood Mr Ó Faoláin entered Carrick Lough in the Carricklongfield Road area of Aughnacloy at about around 11pm on Saturday. Colm Gildernew issued a statement on behalf of the Ó Faoláin family. You were one in a million Fiachra Ó Faoláin.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 14:34 UTC
It's Your Business: Trades District propels Bloomington toward a bright future
Pat EastSpecial to The Herald-TimesIn his March 2024 “It’s Your Business” column, John Fernandez, The Mill’s senior vice president for innovation and strategic partnerships, elaborated on how the Trades District is set to reshape Bloomington’s future. Under John’s leadership, The Mill has made significant strides in advancing the city’s vision for the Trades District since March. The LOI includes the sale of two parcels in the Trades District for $1.2 million to build a premium brand hotel. The Trades District hotel will cement the district as a destination for business, innovation and collaboration, and offers new lodging, dining and meeting spaces. As John noted in his March column, the Trades District isn’t just about buildings and businesses; it’s about creating a future where Bloomington thrives as a hub for innovation and opportunity.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 13:44 UTC
Paul Hogan (Independent Ireland), Moate
Paul Hogan (Independent Ireland), MoateWe sent a questionnaire to all 8 candidates running in the Moate Electoral Area in the forthcoming Westmeath County Council election. The responses were published in print in the Westmeath Independent last Wednesday. PARTY: Independent IrelandSPECIAL AREAS OF INTEREST:Housing, community grants, planning, welfare. I am also running to ensure that we have the strongest possible team of councillors returned to Westmeath County Council. * Note: Paul Hogan is also standing as a candidate in the Athlone electoral area.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 13:11 UTC
John Lawlor (Sinn Féin), Moate
John Lawlor (Sinn Féin), MoateWe sent a questionnaire to all 8 candidates running in the Moate Electoral Area in the forthcoming Westmeath County Council election. PARTY: Sinn FéinSPECIAL AREAS OF INTEREST:As a youth support worker, I lobby on behalf of young people to help provide them with greater independence. Watching these young people tackle their challenges inspires me to be the best support worker and community servant I can. Being a local councillor would mean that I could provide greater outreach and facilitate much-needed change. I worked in construction most of my life, but have since retrained as a healthcare worker.
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 13:07 UTC
I Don't Mean To Be Dramatic, But These 38 Items Are *Absolutely* Essential To Your WFH Space
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Source:The Irish Daily Star
June 03, 2024 11:39 UTC
Sunak and Starmer agree to BBC general election debate
It comes as Mr Sunak and Sir Keir prepare for their first televised leaders’ debate of the election campaign, which will air on ITV on Tuesday, June 4. Elsewhere on the BBC, Mishal Husain will host a June 7 debate between leading figures from the Conservative Party, Labour Party, Liberal Democrats, Scottish National Party (SNP), Plaid Cymru, Green Party and Reform UK. Also included in the BBC’s election coverage is a two-hour long Question Time leaders’ special, hosted by Fiona Bruce, on June 20. The leaders of the four biggest political parties – the Conservative Party, Labour Party, Liberal Democrats and SNP, will answer questions from the studio audience for 30 minutes each. All three programmes will air on BBC One, BBC News and will be available on BBC iPlayer.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 08:01 UTC
Blitzboks finish sixth in Grand Final tournament in Spain
The Blitzboks finished the HSBC Sevens Madrid Grand Final tournament in sixth position after they beat Australia in their first game on Sunday, but then came unstuck against Ireland. After losing their three pool matches against Ireland, New Zealand and Fiji the Blitzboks delivered their best performance of the weekend in the fifth-place semifinal against Australia on Sunday morning, winning 24-21. However, they could not replicate that in the fifth-place playoff against the Irish, who won a close contest 12-7. The Blitzboks showed great resilience against Australia to clinch their only victory of the weekend. Ben Dowling's try put Australia back in the lead, but then Quewin Nortje underlined his promise with a superb solo try as he hacked the ball ahead and outpaced the defence to score under the sticks.
Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 05:15 UTC
Supporters turn out in force for big championship clash
The clash of Westmeath and Galway brought a crowd of approximately 8,000 people to TEG Cusack Park on Sunday. Pics: J McCauley. Supporters turn out in force for big championship clashThe meeting of Westmeath and Galway in round two of the All-Ireland series (Sam Maguire Cup) brought the biggest crowd of the year thus far to TEG Cusack Park with 8,000 supporters turning out. Our photographer John McCauley captured the mood among supporters. CLICK ON ARROWS IN PHOTOS TO SCROLL THROUGH THE GALLERY
Source:Irish Independent
June 03, 2024 04:16 UTC
Karyopharm to Participate at the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference
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Source:The Herald
June 03, 2024 02:22 UTC
Tributes paid following passing of retired shop owner
Tributes paid following passing of retired shop ownerTributes have been pouring in following the death of Frank Gorman who ran a popular grocery shop in Killeigh with his wife Liz for over 33 years. The deceased was a well-known businessman and had recently retired as Gorman's shop closed its doors last March after operating for almost 100 years. Frank and Liz took over the shop in 1990. Dochas Offaly Cancer Support Group offered their condolences to Liz and Frank’s family and friends following his sad passing. He is survived and sadly missed by his loving wife Liz and sons Declan, Fergal, Cormac and Enda.
Source:Irish Independent
June 02, 2024 23:42 UTC