• As Refillz shops emerge, cost and plastic reduction remain uncertain

    By Iqra Siddiqui Plastic is embedded in everyday life, shaping how people shop, consume, and dispose. But refill shops are emerging as an alternative, offering a way to cut down on single-use packaging. But higher costs and convenience barriers continue to influence consumer behaviour. Experts suggest it could help reduce plastic waste. However, the question…

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  • by Katie Shadlow  As the number of road fatalities in 2024 goes up, the speed limit goes down, but will this be enough to keep people safe on our roads?  As of September, according to An Garda Síochána, Irelands national police and security service, the amount of road deaths recorded has been a total of…

  • by Ethan McDonagh Despite vocal protestation from locals regarding the proposed extension of the Carlingford-Omeath ‘Greenway’ there are those who are in support of the project. The existing trail in Co. Louth provides residents and tourists with a publicly available trail for both cycling and walking.  The proposal to extend the Greenway is part of…

  • By Eimear Phelan Many children are still facing long waiting times for diagnosis and treatment for scoliosis in Ireland, according to Scoliosis Awareness & Support Ireland.  When Taoiseach Simon Harris was minister for health in 2017, he said that no child would wait longer than four months for scoliosis surgery.   However, campaigners say that seven…

  • By Amy Murphy A brand new one day festival, District X came to Palmerstown House, Co Kildare. It was a techno and house music fans dream.   The festival saw Irish artists like blk. and Kettama perform throughout the day. Other international artists that performed were Chris Stussy, Hannah Laing and Pawsa.   The event was an…

  • By Áine McKeon  On Thursday September 19th , Dublin witnessed a sharp division as anti-immigration protests were met with vocal opposition from counter protesters, displaying deepening divisions over the country’s immigration policies.                    Source: TheBurkeanIE on X  The protest resulted in considerable disturbance for the public and multiple arrests. Groups against Ireland’s immigration laws organised…

  • Via Dundalk Instagram   One of Ireland’s most successful clubs found themselves a couple of hours away from potential liquidation.  The club has struggled this season on the pitch as manager, Jon Daly’s side find themselves at the bottom of the league, as relegation to the first division looms over the club for next season. With…