National News from Friday, September 5th, 2025

Local Families Will Only Get €5 Daily Grant Once Missing School Bus Routes Are Restored

The Department insists no routes have been "cancelled" and says efforts are underway to restore services.
Estate Of €11 million Left By Straffan Tech Founder Killed In Helicopter Crash

Mr Crosby, originally from Straffan and living in Glenageary in Wicklow, was fulfilling a lifelong dream of flying when tragedy struck on July 30th.
Ireland Has Been Suggested As A Location For Peace Talks Between Russia And Ukraine

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This comes as Ukraine report 164 drones and missiles were fired by Russia overnight
Locals Expecting Energy Reliefs In Budget May Be Left Disappointed

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The Government has confirmed Budget 2026 will not include any once-off payments.
Arts Minister Says Hoteliers "Robbing People Up To Their Eyeballs"

VAT on hospitality is due to fall to 9%, but beds will be kept at 13.5%.
Huge Increase In Demand From Older Adults Seeking Support For Homelessness and Addiction

141,730 people availed of supports from Merchants Quay Ireland last year.
Lucan Primary School Asks Pupils To Bring Toilet Paper Amid Ongoing Strike Action

The school in Lucan emailed parents saying there was no toilet paper, hand towels or hand sanitiser in classrooms.

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