In Leitrim a study and pilot trial of a new carpooling system will be carried out.

They will arrive in two groups.

A statement issued from the Franciscan Minister Provincial Fr Aidan McGrath said the decision had been difficult, but had to be made in response to their ageing and reducing membership.

Today is World Menopause Day, a day to raise awareness of the menopause and to support options to improve health and well-being for women in mid-life and beyond.

The order has been in the town for 800 years.

This year's junior cert students have yet to receive a date for the publication of results.

It's the lowest number ever recorded nationwide by the charity.

Today marks one week since the tragedy took place.