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Over 111 Limerick women travelled to UK for abortions last year
A TOTAL of 111 women with addresses in Limerick obtained abortions in England and Wales last year, according to statistics published by the British Department of Health. However, the true statistic for...
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LIT offers a full scholarship for its 'MA Space' course
LIT has offered a full scholarship for a Master’s programme, previous graduates of which include Blindboy Boatclub of the Rubberbandits,. The college has invited applications for a scholarship for its...
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Calls for temporary parking at Nama site in Limerick
COUNCILLORS have called on Limerick City and County Council to introduce a temporary car park on a Nama-owned site, at Punch’s Cross. Labour Cllr Joe Leddin, at Monday’s metropolitan meeting, said that...
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Limerickman caught red-handed with drugs
A MAN who was “caught red handed” with drugs on the Hyde Road has received an 18-month prison sentence at Limerick Circuit Court. Judge Tom O’Donnell heard that Darragh ‘Jabba’ Casey, 26, was found in...
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Regeneron key to new jobs roll-out in Limerick
THE positive impact of Regeneron on Limerick's economy continues apace this Thursday with the opening of a 100,000-square foot logistics facility beside the plant. In a move which could bring up to 40...
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Limerick councillor calls for 'consensus' Labour leader
LIMERICK’s three Labour councillors have offered differing opinions on the party’s leadership. The council party leader Frankie Daly wants there to be a “consensus” leader, but Elena Secas and Joe...
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Public meeting over cement plan for Limerick
A PUBLIC meeting is to take place at the South Court Hotel in Limerick this Monday May 23 in opposition to plans by Irish Cement to introduce the burning of tyres in Mungret. The meeting has been...
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Drugs worth €11k left in father's home in Limerick
THE father of a chronic drug addict who admitted storing substantial amounts of cocaine and cannabis at his home avoided a prison on condition he engages with the Probation Service. Michael Considine,...
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Cook Medical to create 40 new jobs in Limerick
MEDICAL technology company Cook Medical has today announced 40 new jobs as it marks its 20th anniversary trading in the city. Cook Medical, which already employs 880 people at its campus in the...
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Limerick TD appointed as Minister of State for Tourism and Sport
Limerick TD Patrick O’Donovan has been appointed as Minister of State for Tourism and Sport. His appointment, which was approved by the government this morning, was confirmed in the Dail shortly before...
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University of Limerick staff wait to get jobs back one year on
TWO whistleblowers who will be suspended by the University of Limerick for a full year next month are hopeful their employment status can be resolved following confirmation that UL has terminated its...
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Get on your bike in Limerick this June
LIMERICK City and County Council has confirmed details of this year’s BeSPOKE cycling festival which takes place between June 11 and 19. A variety of free cycling-inspired events will take place across...
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Paddy Power staff member threatened with knife in Limerick
A MAN who attempted to rob Paddy Power bookmakers on Limerick's William Street went back to the same pub he had left before committing the offence. Father of four John Hayes, 42, of Hartigan Villas,...
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Bothar co-founder to embark on 64km trek in under 14 hours
BOTHAR co-founder Peter Ireton is preparing to walk 64km over 14 hours this Saturday and is urging others to take on the same route. The well-known face behind the Limerick-based livestock aid agency...
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New junior minister O'Donovan gets warm welcome in Newcastle West
NEWLY appointed Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD, arrived home in Newcastle West on Thursday night, greeted by mighty roars of approval from family members and supporters....
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New €8m office block for Shannon Free Zone
A NEW 55,000 square foot office block is to be built at the Shannon Free Zone at a cost of €8m. Shannon Group’s property wing Shannon Commercial Properties is seeking planning permission to construct...
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Mary, 72, proves age is no barrier to sporting excellence
MARY Cronin is living proof that age is no barrier to sporting excellence. The 72-year-old Croom woman will this Friday take part in the 10k run in the European Road Masters Championship in Portugal....
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Limerick councillor Joe Leddin 'disappointed' at O'Sullivan refusal to back...
LABOUR councillor Joe Leddin says he is “extremely disappointed” Jan O’Sullivan refused to back Alan Kelly in his bid for leadership of the party. Brendan Howlin was confirmed as leader of the party...
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Gardai identify new speed enforcement zones in Limerick
ELEVEN additional stretches of road across Limerick are to included in the garda safety camera programme. Details of the additional speed enforcement zones, which take effect from midnight on May 27,...
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Relocation to nearby office cost Limerick council up to €100K
LIMERICK City and County Council spent in the region of €100,000 to move a team of council staff into new office space — less than half a mile from their previous location. In recent weeks, 25 members...
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