The planning watchdog has shot down proposals to establish a new walkway at the historic final boarding point for the Titanic.

People have started digging in after the first publicly developed allotment scheme in Cork was officially opened at the weekend.

Sweeping streets and picking up litter twice daily ensured Moynalty in Co Meath crossed the line to be crowned Ireland’s Tidiest Town.

YEAR after year the tidy towns competition gives us all a chance to celebrate what can be achieved by a community with the enthusiasm and energy to come together to make their home place better than it is.