Described as a "pure gentleman with a generous heart", Tom was a well-respected local figure having served his community for many years.

The data provides a breakdown of the total amount of patients waiting on trolleys and in wards in hospitals across the country.

The popular local tourist attraction drew in almost 46,000 visitors in 2023 with only the Shed Distillery Visitor Experience in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim having registering visitors across the region.

It's urgently seeking funding for a new minibus so that it can offer transport to those who need it.

The facility didn't open until July this year because of a shortage of lifeguards.

Flood relief works at the former turlough have been held up by High Court actions by an environmental group since 2021.

Earlier this month, Roscommon councillors signed off on a record budget worth almost €80m for next year.

The unit is an alternative to visiting an emergency department, and will prevent long waiting times for patients.