Storm Éowyn impact the ‘last straw’ for Mayo foresters
Michael Seery (73) said his plantation has been ‘flattened’ by last month’s winds
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Michael Seery (73) said his plantation has been ‘flattened’ by last month’s winds
Strike off application put on hold pending outcome of challenge to procedures of disciplinary tribunal
Clean-up continues at Ireland’s nature reserves more than three weeks after record winds hit
Having abandoned the pursuit of a career in acting after her brother’s death, the author came to the realisation that she wanted to be a creator, not an interpreter
Ella McSweeney: A recent incident in Killary Harbour provides further evidence that the salmon farming system carries too much risk
Crash occurred on N59 at Westport at about 10am on Thursday morning
Getting out into nature on your hotel break is good for you, and even more so when you have your loved one by your side
A power cut in Westport necessitated soup in the cafe and a pub session before a temporary house move
Your next mini-break could fuel a new and lasting passion, from yoga in Donegal to horse trekking in Waterford and cooking classes in Wexford
From widespread destruction at Blacksod to a football stadium damaged in the midlands, no county was left undamaged as the storm moved across the country
From Early-Bronze Age pottery to a red Honda 50, the museum’s venues tell the story of Ireland one object at a time
Record-breaking winds at Mace Head may be down to a relatively rare meterological phenomenon
Widespread damage with roofs gone and electricity cables down all over Mullet peninsula and Erris
Michael Longley, from Belfast, received several awards for his 13 collections, including the Feltrinelli Prize
With 20% of male escapees sexually mature and capable of breeding with wild Atlantic salmon, threat to wild stocks ‘is particularly concerning’
Plus: Defence Forces spending on Pilates sounds like a bit of a stretch, Michael McGrath discusses European master plan in Cork and Independent TDs take us back to the past
The scheme now covers nearly 2,200 schools, and 345,000 children, but some parents and teachers have concerns about nutritional standards
A sleek villa in the Caribbean, an apartment on Norway’s western seaboard, a country-style house on La Gomera, a townhouse on the edge of Fuerteventura’s capital or a semi-D with a 100m-long garden in Ballina?
Nero Book Awards judges praise novel for ‘sheer quality of its writing ... brilliant dialogue ... characters ... wit and humour’
Driver of second vehicle, in his 30s, was treated for injuries that were not life-threatening
Second road death in 24 hours as man in his 70s dies after being hit by a car in Abbeyfeale, Co Limerick
A three-storey townhouse with vehicular rear access or a charming converted forge near Roaring Water Bay?
Books on Ireland’s built heritage from Robert O’Byrne, Peter Harbison, Michael Lunt, Susan Roundtree, Ian Hannigan and Andrew Ziminski
Plus: Keith Duffy in a falling out over knees, Enda Kenny artfully backs a winner, and it turns out RTÉ and Sinn Féin can feel at home with each other after all
Ella McSweeney: Without radical and urgent changes in how we use the land, the future of our most distinctive lakes is bleak
Alice Kinsella and Daniel Wade explore the dimensions of a whale’s sentience, of its secret life offshore, its utility, its value and its survival
Emergency unit that has been used to save lives will need to be replaced
Mr Nally (81), who died last Friday, came to national prominence in 2004 after shooting dead John ‘Frog’ Ward who had been trespassing on his farm
Farmer’s high profile 2005 manslaughter conviction was quashed and he was found not guilty in a retrial
We’ve picked out 16 wine bars worth a visit when you’re not quite in the full restaurant mood
Sean Maye is seventh person to be fatally injured this year on a 6.5km-stretch of the N17 outside Claremorris
Pizza, mezze, fish and chips, wine bars, bistros ... Twelve restaurants for a laid-back bite
Judge grants sister of jailed teacher Enoch Burke leave to bring judicial review proceedings seeking to quash her conviction for a public order offence
Red warning for two counties while orange warning in place for six counties
Destination restaurants: It’s well worth travelling to these restaurants for the unique dining experiences they offer
Nigel O’Reilly and other Irish jewellers on the western seaboard find much to inspire in the natural world around them
The founder of Caviston’s restaurant and food emporium in Glasthule, Co Dublin among businesses honoured for their role in showcasing excellent Irish produce
High pressure is causing very mild winds from the south and southwest, making it feel more like summer than autumn
General election countdown: childcare is set to be a significant issue on the campaign trail
The thefts took place across five counties
A primary school in Co Mayo is testing a scheme for tackling air pollution while helping parents get their kids to school without driving all the way
This quaint, well-lit three-bed cottage was built about 20 years ago and has a C3 Ber
Drivers found to have travelled between two points on a road too quickly to receive three penalty points and fine of up to €160
Michael J Gallagher died from multiple injuries after his quad bike entered a drain in June
Joshua Smith Murray’s mother was charged with his murder but died from natural causes before the case went to trial
From feeling ‘a bit of impostor syndrome’ when he first played for Ireland, the Leinster number eight is the prime candidate to become captain of not just his country but also of the British & Irish Lions
Environmental Protection Agency is scrutinising terms of permit for Dawn Meats in Ballyhaunis
Castlebar exhibition features a 124-year-old midwifery bag used to give medical aid to Volunteers during the 1916 Rising
Adverse weather events, quota restrictions and changing market conditions have combined to reduce the sector’s viability
Shop owners Tom Mahon (63) and Eileen Mahon (61) died when fire engulfed their house in Swinford, Co Mayo, in the early hours of March 26th
Cathy Hughes died on what is known as the back beach of Old Head, Louisburgh, on July 21st
Jessie Lawrence died as a result of brain herniation due to traumatic brain injuries following fall at guest accommodation in Cong, Co Mayo, last month, inquest told
National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management and Met Éireann met on Friday ahead of alerts coming into force
Burke convicted at Ballina District Court last June and fined €350 over behaviour outside inquest
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices