In recent days officers have been dealing with an increase in reports from residents about scam calls.

Nationally the Operating Model will see the number of Garda Divisions reduce from 28 to 21.

Councillor John Paul Feeley has called on the Commissioner "to reverse the decision".

Gardai discovered the NCT had expired by six months on one vehicle.

'Despite the adverse weather, a large crowd gathered to celebrate the event'

Today's celebrations begin in Carrickmacross at 11am.

'There is a need in rural areas for people to look out for one another'

Notices were issued for speeding, bald tyres, holding mobile phones while driving and the non wearing of seatbelts.