Brendan Smith TD spoke in the Dáil: Legislative Process
Brendan Smith TD (Fianna Fáil, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the question on “Legislative Process”.
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Matt Carthy TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation
Matt Carthy TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the questions on “Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation”.
David Maxwell TD spoke in the Dáil: Proposal for Inshore Fisheries Income Stabilisation and Climate Compensation Scheme: National Inshore Fishermans Association (Resumed)
David Maxwell TD (Fine Gael, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Proposal for Inshore Fisheries Income Stabilisation and Climate Compensation Scheme: National Inshore...
'A shocking, shocking tragedy': man must first serve six-year term for trying to murder father before starting life sentence for murdering mother, judge rules
(Pictured: Sentencing judge Mr Justice Tony Hunt. Photo: Collins) A Cavan man must serve a six-year prison sentence for trying to murder his father before beginning a life...
Cathy Bennett TD asked the Minister for Education: School Staff
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will provide an update on the ongoing discussions in relation to pay parity and pensions for caretakers and secretaries; if a...
Cathy Bennett TD spoke in the Dáil: Competition and Consumer Protection Commission – Financial Statements 2024
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'A shocking, shocking tragedy': man must first serve six-year term for trying to murder father before starting life sentence for murdering m
(Pictured: Sentencing judge Mr Justice Tony Hunt. Photo: Collins) A Cavan man must serve a six-year prison sentence for trying to murder his father before beginning a life sentence for murdering his mother in...
Summary on localnews.ie19 May'We never expected him to be grateful. But we never expected murder': man apologies to family for murdering mother and trying to murder fath
A 33-year-old man has pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court to the murder of his mother and attempted murder of his father following a violent attack at their family home in Ballyconnell, County Cavan...
Summary on localnews.ie15 MayNo jail for passenger who sexually assaulted Ryanair cabin crew member
A 31-year-old man from Killeshandra, County Cavan, has received a fully suspended two-year sentence at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court for sexually assaulting a Ryanair cabin crew member during a flight to...
Summary on localnews.ie12 MayFormer accountant went on 'nationwide tour' with bank card stolen from hospital patient
A former accountant pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to theft and deception offences committed over six weeks in early 2025. Michelle Dillon, aged 59 and homeless, stole a bank card and medical...
Summary on localnews.ie27 AprMan admits to murdering mother, attempted murder of father
A 32-year-old man from Ballyconnell, County Cavan, has pleaded guilty to murder and attempted murder before the Central Criminal Court. Danny Heyneman admitted to the murder of Annie Heyneman at a family home...
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Planning application received: to construct an agricultural shed which will consist of slatted area with slurry holding tank undern
Thomas McBrien — Cloncovet Kilcogy Co. Cavan. to construct an agricultural shed which will consist of slatted area with slurry holding tank undern...
Planning conditional: for works being carried out to a protected structure, Cavan County Development Plan, 2022 – 2028, Re
Parish of Urney and Annagelliff — Cathedral of St. Patrick & St. Felim Farnham St Cavan, Co. Cavan H12 X977. for works being carried out to a protected structure, Cavan County Development Plan, 2022 – 2028, Re...
Planning conditional: for: 1) the reverse handed floor plan and elevations of dwelling house previously granted under plan
The Reps of the Late Geraldine Smith — Pollafree Ballyjamesduff Co. Cavan. for: 1) the reverse handed floor plan and elevations of dwelling house previously granted under plan...
Planning conditional: to make the following modifications to a recently permitted development to construct a self-containe
Craig & Fiona Baugh — Munlough North. Bawnboy, Co. Cavan H14 D922. to make the following modifications to a recently permitted development to construct a self-containe...
Planning conditional: for the retention of the as constructed 2 storey pitched roof domestic garage building and all neces
Sean Meehan, Laura Meehan and Conor Meehan — Knockatemple Virginia Co. Cavan A82 WR44. for the retention of the as constructed 2 storey pitched roof domestic garage building and all neces...
Planning conditional: for (a) The construction of a new replacement single-storey dwelling house (The dwelling to be repla
Conor Whelan & Aoife McDermott — Ballaghdorragh Virginia Co. Cavan. for (a) The construction of a new replacement single-storey dwelling house (The dwelling to be repla...
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'We never expected him to be grateful. But we never expected murder': man apologies to family for murdering mother and trying to murder father
A 33-year-old man has pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court to the murder of his mother and attempted murder of his father following a violent attack at their family home...
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No jail for passenger who sexually assaulted Ryanair cabin crew member
A 31-year-old man from Killeshandra, County Cavan, has received a fully suspended two-year sentence at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court for sexually assaulting a Ryanair cabin crew...
Former accountant went on 'nationwide tour' with bank card stolen from hospital patient
A former accountant pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to theft and deception offences committed over six weeks in early 2025. Michelle Dillon, aged 59 and homeless,...
Man admits to murdering mother, attempted murder of father
A 32-year-old man from Ballyconnell, County Cavan, has pleaded guilty to murder and attempted murder before the Central Criminal Court. Danny Heyneman admitted to the murder of...
Ryanair cabin crew member sexually assaulted by passenger who consumed 'mind boggling' amount of drink
A 31-year-old man from Killeshandra, County Cavan, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to sexually assaulting a Ryanair cabin crew member during a flight to Dublin...
Carpenter had 'glassy eyes' when gardai pulled him over
A 39-year-old self-employed carpenter from Cavan has been disqualified from driving for two years following a conviction for drink driving. Eduard Hupalov was stopped by gardaí...
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Leitrim must wait to see Tailteann Cup opponents as Green & Gold are handed away tie
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Water Safety Ireland urges locals to stay safe around water this summer
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Cavan County Council delivers 526 new social homes, plans 12 starter purchases for 2026-27
Cavan County Council has delivered 526 new social homes and announced 12 starter purchase homes to be delivered by late 2026 or early 2027. Meanwhile, 10 part five starter...
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New St Christopher's Hospice Near Completion in Cavan and Monaghan
A 16‑bed residential respite at St Christopher's Hospice in Cavan and Monaghan is close to opening after years of lobbying. Jamie Lawler, spokesperson for the hospice, said the...
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Butler's Bridge
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