The victim received medical treatment at the scene and was later conveyed to Galway University Hospital for treatment for serious injuries.

The event will begin with a ecumenical prayer service at St Bride's Church at 2pm and will be followed by an event in Garvey's pub.

National Broadband Ireland have confirmed that pre-orders are now open for 1,800 homes and businesses in the area.

The first fund raising event will be a Medieval Night of entertainment on the grounds of Ballintubber Caste this weekend

The students have taken part in the project over the last number of years.

Several areas in the Shannonside region are celebrating after securing major honours at this year's competition.

Keadue in Co.Roscommon won the regional award for the northwest region.

The Leitrim native and well known crime journalist believes an example has to be made to discourage this sort of crime