Fishermen were praised for helping to save a large number of common dolphins which stranded near Dingle, Co Kerry.

THE life and work of the scientist Robert Boyle will be celebrated in his home town of Lismore next month.

A total of 265 new jobs will be created at new power plant Co Offaly, it was announced today.

TWO pioneering educators have been honoured for a combined contribution of more than 100 years to science education in Ireland.