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An Garda Síochána Winter Phase (2023/2024) of Operation Thor
Over 25% reduction in the number of residential burglaries during summer phase 2023 of Operation Thor compared with summer phase 2022 An Garda Síochána commenced the winter phase of its targeted operational activity, ‘Operation Thor’ in October 2023. This ongoing enforcement operation is aimed at preventing burglars from exploiting the reduced hours of daylight. First…
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Mallow Shines Bright: ‘Light Up Mallow’ Festival Illuminates the Town with Festive Splendor
Excitement is building in Mallow, as we lead up to our ‘Light Up Mallow’ festival, the annual event held when switching on the Christmas lights. Follow along on Mallow Chamber’s Facebook and Instagram pages, for daily updates on Santie’s travels as he makes his way to Mallow. Word is that a sinister green fella has…
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Recall of a batch of Fin Carré White Chocolate due to the possible presence of plastic pieces
Alert Summary Category 1: For Action Alert Notification: 2023.29 Product Identification: Fin Carré White Chocolate; pack size: 100g Batch Code Best before: 16/10/2024 Country Of Origin: Germany Message: The above batch of Fin Carré White Chocolate is being recalled due to the possible presence of plastic pieces. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in Lidl…
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Festive Magic Descends on Fermoy: Christmas Lights Illuminate the Town in a Spectacular Display
Fermoy has been a hive of activity over the past few weeks as the town’s Christmas lights are being hung, shop windows are decorated, and businesses and the local community are working together to ensure the town is lit up and in full festive form. On Saturday 25th November at 6pm, Santa will arrive to…
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An Garda Síochána Operation Targeting National and International Money Laundering and Smishing
Gardaí in Waterford have arrested 9 men as part an investigation involving Money Laundering and Smishing (Fraudulent SMS/WhatsApp Messages) nationally and internationally. 9 men arrested of which 2 are currently charged before the courts €1.12 million cryptocurrency seized €30,000 other monies frozen 2 vehicles seized VW Golf and Mercedes 1 property identified in Dubai Investigation…
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Concern over potential rise in winter viruses leads HSE to call for increased COVID-19 and Flu vaccination uptake
People with long term health conditions and Healthcare Workers should get both vaccines Make sure you and your family are protected this winter Book online or call HSELive on 1800 700 700 The HSE is urging every eligible person to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 urgently amid concern over an expected imminent rise in…
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Revenue Issues Important Reminder For Online Shoppers
Revenue has today issued a timely reminder to online shoppers that, where the price of goods advertised online seems attractively low, this may be because tax and duty has not been included in the price advertised, or because the goods may be counterfeit. Customs duties and import VAT charges do not apply when ordering goods…
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Minister Humphreys announces details of Three Cost of Living Lump Sum Supports being paid this week
3 Budget 2024 lump-sum supports totalling approx. €230 million will be paid this week to help with Cost of Living Some 409,000 households to get €300 Fuel allowance lump sum payment 214,000 people with disabilities to receive €400 Disability Support Grant 45,000 Working Families to get €400 lump sum payment All lump sum supports are…
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Man Arrested Following Stabbing Incident at Residence in Farranree
Gardaí and Emergency Services were alerted shortly before 1am this morning, Sunday, 19th November 2023, after a man in his 30s was injured in the course of an incident at residence in the Farranree area of Cork. He was taken to CUH for treatment. His injuries are not described as life threatening. A man aged…
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Located: Missing Person Appeal – Eddie Pat Ryall – 53 Years – Doneraile
Update: Eddie Pat has been located safe and well. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 53 year-old Eddie Ryall who is missing from his home in Doneraile, Co.Cork. Eddie Pat is described as being approximately 5’8 in height with an average build, bald on top with hair around the sides,…