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Stay informed in two minutes with Limerick News Today — your essential briefing on everything happening in Limerick city and county. From breaking news and community updates to business, weather, sport, and cultural stories, we bring clarity and speed to your day. Presented by The Daily News Now! DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Fastcast
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All Together Now Festival Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for 2023
The seventh edition of All Together Now, set to take place at Curraghmore Estate over the August Bank Holiday weekend, has just announced its first wave of over sixty acts. Headlined by legendary folk musician Christy Moore and Belfast rap trio Kneecap, the lineup also features Britpop icons Pulp, electronic duos Underworld and Disclosure, and Irish talent like The Mary Wallopers, Damien Dempsey, and The Sprints. With a mix of nostalgia and fresh energy, the festival promises an unforgettable weekend. Final tickets drop this Thursday, so dont miss out!
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UEFA maintains ban on Israel matches due to security concerns, impacting Israels Nations League Group B fixtures. Israeli Football Association expresses excitement over potential home game against Ireland, but UEFA rules out venue changes without approval. Israel has been playing home matches in Hungary since the ban. Irelands FAI discusses security and logistics for their match against Israel in Dublin. FAI considers boycotting, but no final decision yet. UEFA rejected a full ban last year, allowing neutral venues instead.
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Irish travelers urged to cancel Cuba trips due to escalating crisis: Economic woes, fuel shortages, and power cuts threaten safety and consular support.
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Over 40,000 sign petition to save Special Needs Assistant posts in Irish schools. Parents and supporters express concern about potential cuts, warning of negative impact on children with special needs. Minister urges schools to appeal reductions, highlighting that most schools kept or increased allocations. Petition gains momentum, pressuring the Department of Education to reconsider changes.
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Irelands Health Minister, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, is determined to keep the historic Rotunda Hospital on Parnell Square in Dublin, despite a recent setback in plans for a critical care wing. Shes exploring legal options and seeking more government backing, while also addressing concerns about the hospitals impact on Dublins Georgian heritage. Meanwhile, the Master of the Rotunda insists the hospital should stay put, and the government is ready to support their efforts to deliver top neonatal care.
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Rev. Jesse Jackson: A Life of Activism Ends
Last night in Dublin, infamous gangster Gerry The Monk Hutch took the stage at the Ambassador Theatre, replacing the actor in a one-man play about his life. The show, filled with raw takes on his childhood, crime career, and the Kinahan-Hutch feud, was a hit with fans. Hutchs political ambitions were on display as he posed for photos and connected with voters, criticizing out-of-touch politicians.
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New report from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland reveals tobacco as the leading cause of preventable disease and death, with nearly 100 weekly fatalities. Despite past successes, smoking rates have stagnated since 2019, with 17-18% of adults still smoking. Doctors urge government action, proposing a tobacco-free Ireland by 2035 through measures like protecting kids, raising taxes, and building on existing laws. The tobacco industrys profits from a deadly product highlight the need for change.
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Limericks thrilling 15-14 victory over Wexford in the National Football League Division Three clash was secured by a last-minute point from Peter Nash and a seven-point haul from James Naughton. Despite trailing 9-5 at halftime, Limerick mounted a comeback, sparking wild celebrations and a morale boost. The Treaty men now face a tough away trip to Sligo next weekend, with Andrew Meades injury status uncertain.
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Despite initial hopes for early spring, Ireland is bracing for weeks of heavy rain and strong winds, with no significant dry spell in sight. Storm Chandra and subsequent weather systems have caused floods, power outages, and rivers to swell. New warnings are in effect for Tuesday and Wednesday, with rain and wind expected in several counties. Operational forecaster Liz Walsh warns that low-pressure systems from the Atlantic will bring more rain, and a dry weekend is only a possibility. The wet weather is set to persist for the foreseeable future.
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Discover the unsung heroes of extreme ski races, like Paul Wilson, who grooms the treacherous Stelvio course in Bormio, Italy, for the Winter Olympics. With a background in piste bashing and a knack for shaping the mountain, Wilson ensures the course is safe and fair for top athletes. His journey from a wild harvest job in America to Olympic-level grooming showcases the blend of art, farming instincts, and teamwork that turns raw terrain into a dream racing surface.
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Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for two weeks after a forceful abduction from her Tucson home. Evidence suggests a struggle, and a ransom note demanding money has surfaced. The FBI released footage of a suspect, leading to tips and a glove discovery near Nancys home. Savannah and her siblings continue to plead for her safe return.
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Former President Trumps criticism of CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins for not smiling highlights a long-standing issue where men tell women to smile to deflect discomfort or control the vibe. This episode explores the history of this demand, from Victoria Beckhams stern expression to Greta Thunbergs viral scowl, and the double standard women face in politics. Experts and women everywhere share their experiences, emphasizing the need to let expressions match the moment and ditch the pressure.
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An elderly Irish grandfather is sentenced to four and a half years in prison for sexually assaulting his four-year-old granddaughter. The victims father shares his heartbreak over the grooming, threats, and lasting trauma. Despite the severity of the crime, the judge suspends the final year and a half of the sentence due to the offenders age and health. The familys struggle for justice and healing is highlighted.
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Christopher Fitzsimons, a butcher from Athlone, sentenced to 13 years for raping and sexually abusing his partners younger sisters over a decade, leaving lasting trauma and betrayal. Victims shared harrowing accounts, leading to conviction on 22 counts, including 18 rapes of the youngest sister. Justice Eileen Creedon called it an egregious abuse of trust, with Fitzsimons receiving a reduced sentence due to his clean record and work history.
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Rotary Club Raises €5k for Cancer Fund Children
EU to join Trumps Peace Board, but not as a full member; Gardaí search for missing women; Status Yellow rain warning issued; Rotunda Hospitals critical care unit plans rejected; Mary Lou McDonald skips St. Patricks Day events at White House.
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Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald boycotts White House St. Patricks Day events for the second year, citing Gaza crisis. She demands end to occupation, apartheid-like controls, and full Palestinian statehood, highlighting deep bonds with the US.
Two men, Stephen Carberry and Glen Bride, have been sentenced to six years each for disposing of the remains of Keane Mulready-Woods, a 17-year-old murdered in Drogheda in 2020. Carberry picked up the bags from the murder house and dumped one in Priorswood, while Bride set fire to the boys head and feet in Dublin. Both men were already serving sentences, with Carberrys starting in 2028 and Brides in 2023. The murder occurred during the Drogheda gang feud, with Keane lured to a house and killed by Robbie Lawlor, who was later shot dead in Belfast. The case brings some closure to the families affected by the violence.



