This month saw the opening of three Educate Together national schools in Dublin, Wexford and Galway; and one second-level school in Kildare.

The people behind an event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s visit to Ireland said they are “cautiously optimistic” that president Barack Obama will take part in the celebrations in Wexford this June.

Because of the loss of Roscommon yesterday, due to incessant rain, there will be an additional race at two upcoming meetings.

SUNDAY’S racing at Mondello Park will be dominated by the Fiat Punto Abarth Cup and the famed Leinster Trophy race.