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Shannon Airport is booming, smashing records with over 1.1 million passengers in the first half of 2026—a 12% surge—and hitting its busiest day in 17 years with 11,000 travelers. Driven by expanded routes to Europe, the UK, and the US, plus a packed summer schedule, the airport is riding a wave of global travel demand. New destinations like Rome and Frankfurt, plus surging flights to Manchester an...

Construction kicks off on 183 new affordable homes in Mungret, County Limerick, blending housing with community spaces and green areas. The Land Development Agency and Limerick City and County Council partner with Coolsivna Construction Group, while Clúid handles additional housing, a creche, and community facilities. First phase delivers 14 two-bed, 63 three-bed, and 25 four-bed homes in varied s...

Limerick’s Pride parade is rolling into town this Saturday, July 11th — don’t miss the vibrant celebration kicking off at 1 PM from Pery Square, winding through Henry Street and Arthur’s Quay, ending at the Hunt Museum by 3 PM. Expect road closures in the city center, so plan ahead and use diversion routes if driving. Emergency services and public transport are accommodated, and staff are on hand...

Limerick Pride 2026 is in full swing with the theme “Pride in Our Community,” setting the stage for Ireland’s historic EuroPride 2028 — expected to draw 300,000 visitors. The week kicked off with a dazzling drag and music extravaganza, followed by a vibrant mix of youth crafts, art shows, late-night HIV testing, community cafes, allyship workshops, theatre, and book clubs. All culminating in the e...

Limerick’s city center is battling a visual crisis as vacant commercial spaces plague the Munster region, dragging down the vibe and deterring foot traffic. Councillors Maria Donoghue and Sarah Beasley are pushing for landlords to take responsibility—fixing up or removing eyesores—to restore curb appeal. While the council agrees clean shopfronts are vital for a thriving downtown, they admit enforc...

Woodlands Estate in Portlaw is finally getting connected to the public water supply — Uisce Éireann confirms a detailed design and delivery plan will be locked down by year’s end, bringing long-awaited relief to residents after years of struggle. Minister Mary Butler applauds the progress, crediting Minister James Browne and Councillor John O’Leary for their relentless advocacy. Listen in comfort:...

EY is making a bold move by becoming the presenting partner of the Junior Ryder Cup for the next three events, starting in Ireland in 2027, then the U.S. in 2029, and Spain in 2031. This mixed-gender, under-18 competition—seen as the future of golf—pairs young American and European stars in a high-stakes, Ryder Cup-style format. EY’s investment goes beyond branding; they’re building pathways for y...

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At just 22, Adam Sweeney from Dunmore East became Ireland’s youngest-ever Everest conqueror, summiting the 8,848.86-meter peak after 47 days on the mountain. His journey was fraught with peril — a failed first attempt, a terrifying oxygen-free descent through the “Death Zone,” and brutal conditions. Yet his grit paid off, earning him a standing ovation from Waterford’s mayor, who hailed him as an...