A bonfire finale at Connolly Barracks wrapped up the Bank Holiday festivities.

Inspector Declan McGlynn says it's important to plan trips in advance to avoid unnecessary delays.

There are two county finals down for decision tomorrow while the 'Dead of Night' Halloween event is also taking place.

Guo Zhong Chen, of 9 Belvedere Terrace, Mullingar, had previously been charged with arson in relation to the Grafton Court Fire in Longford Town on the 28th of July.

The man in his 30s appeared before Longford District Court yesterday charged under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

Gardaí in Longford are investigating a number of incidents where fake notes were tendered to businesses over the last number of days.

Footfall around local towns and villages is expected to be high as people go out to bask in the sunshine.