This ruling paves the way for those in the same situation to move now on purchasing the freehold of their premises.

Carrickmacross Gardaí have said these apprehensions were thanks to vigilant members of the community.

Monaghan County Council has been notified that all applications have been successful, and work will soon commence on these projects. 

Planners will make a decision on the application by the end of July. 

Social Farming Ireland is on the lookout for more farmers across the Northern Sound region.

'The Carrickmacross school emerged victorious at the recent event'

Deputy Carthy was speaking during a Dáil debate on a Sinn Féin motion which demanded the expansion of respite services.