Limerick’s reputation as a rising star of city tourism will be further cemented this weekend as the 10th Riverfest is set to bring more than 50,000 people into the city.

Limerick publicans have their fingers crossed that they are not facing into another Good Friday drink court battle with the huge Munster versus Ulster Heineken Cup quarter-final set for the Easter weekend at Thomond Park.

THERE are fears for 25 jobs at a Limerick hotel after owners announced it is to close for a month to review its future.