The Central Statistics Office provided a breakdown of last year's incomes per county.

The company is a major employer in the Shannonside region with over 1,200 staff currently on its books.

Over 20,000 people will be running today's marathon, including thousands who are travelling to Dublin from 50 countries to take part.

They include 16 in both Longford and Leitrim, and 15 in Roscommon.

Dramatic photos were shared on social media, with various colours lighting up the night sky.

Mia Black, a student from Castleblayney in Monaghan will now perform in the Grand Finale at The Academy in Dublin on Tuesday, October 15th.

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

New figures from the CSO show the number of tests cancelled due to no shows, improper documentation or tester illness.