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Investigation into missing Kilkenny woman upgraded to murder inquiry

By Shane Doran 19th October 2020 0

Gardai have upgraded the investigation into the disappearance of Kilkenny woman Jo Jo Dullard to a murder inquiry. The hugely significant development comes as senior gardai will hold a media briefing on their investigation into the disappearance and murder of the Calllan woman in November, 1995. A Garda spokesperson confirrmed: “An Garda Síochána will be […]

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LATEST: 1,276 new cases of virus and eight further deaths, Waterford now has third lowest Covid rate in country

By Shane Doran 17th October 2020 0

A further eight people have died after contracting the coronavirus as 1,276 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening. The overall death toll as a result of the virus now stands at 1,849. There are now 48,678 confirmed cases of Covid-19 across the country, according to the latest daily briefing from the National Public […]

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LATEST: Three more deaths and 1,000 new cases of virus, Government leaders meet tomorrow to discuss Level 5 lockdown

By Shane Doran 16th October 2020 0

A further three people have died after contracting the coronavirus as 1,000 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening. The virus has now claimed a total of 1,841 lives in the Republic. There are now 47,427 confirmed cases of Covid-19 across the country, according to the latest daily briefing from the National Public Health […]

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WINE O’CLOCK: These winter warmers are wines for all seasons

By Shane Doran 16th October 2020 0

As temperatures drop and the nights draw in, thoughts turn to cosy drawing rooms, a blazing fire in the hearth, a fragrant casserole in the oven and a nice glass of Sherry to sip while you wait for the cooking to finish. It’s wishful thinking, really. Modern houses aren’t big on either drawing rooms or […]

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WEATHER FORECAST: Winter is coming … but Waterford to enjoy dry and sunny start to weekend

By Shane Doran 16th October 2020 0

Waterford’s looking good for the weekend if you fancy enjoying the outdoors before the onslaught of winter and the cold, dark nights ahead. Met Éireann said today will “another mostly dry day” with sunny spells and just a few scattered showers, adding: “A little more cloud than previous days. Highs of 11 to 13 degrees, […]

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Imagine that: 40 fantastic free events as Waterford arts festival goes online

By Shane Doran 15th October 2020 0

The first online Imagine Arts Festival gets underway at noon tomorrow – withno fewer than 40 events taking place on http://www.imagineartsfestival.com and all freely available to the public. Festival Manager Nora Boland said it’s a big and adventurous step for the nineteen-year-old festival. “We are excited to take our 2020 event programme global and

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LATEST: Waterford among 1,205 new cases of virus as three more deaths confirmed

By Shane Doran 15th October 2020 0

A further three more people have died after contracting the coronavirus as 1,205 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed this evening. It brings the overall death toll as a result of the virus to 1,838. There are now 46,429 confirmed cases of Covid-19 across the country, according to the latest daily briefing from the National […]

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€17.75bn Budget ‘short on ambition’ needed to combat health crisis: Waterford TD

By Shane Doran 14th October 2020 0

Waterford TD David Cullinane has criticised the record €17.75 billion Budget 2021 for lacking “ambition and urgency” Deputy Cullinane, who is Sinn Féin health spokesperson, said the Budget did not go far enough to tackle the crises facing healthcare services. The Waterford TD said: “Budget 2021 falls far short on health and is lacking ambition […]

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Waterford is Ireland’s cleanest city: National litter survey

By Shane Doran 12th October 2020 0

It’s official: Waterford is Ireland’s cleanest city. The first nationwide litter survey by business group Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) since the Covid-19 crisis reveals the city climbed to 9th spot in the ranking of 40 areas nationwide. This, according to IBAL’s classification, makes Waterford “Ireland’s cleanest city”.

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WATERFORD WEATHER: ‘Unusually cold’ – people urged to wrap up as temperatures plummet this week

By Shane Doran 12th October 2020 0

Wrap up well this week – because temperatures are set to drop fairly dramatically in Waterford and across the country. Met Éireann warned this week will be “unusually cold” for this time of year, but at least it appears the rain will stay away. Earlier forecasts suggested some nights were expected to reach freezing conditions […]