Cookies, gingerbread, and carrots are the best things to leave out for Santa and Rudolf.

People are being encouraged to assess the risk of their socialising and not be afraid to take a step back if they don't feel safe.

Páraic Duffy is an Alone ambassador and has called on people to "give the gift of companionship".

Most of these were for genuine reasons by the owner.

Cavan and Monaghan gardaí will be visiting Syrian refugee families and travelling communities.

It is being said that Ireland is on the brink of another wave.

Cavan County Council says the move is an effort to encourage people to shop local this festive season.

He described the restrictions in November as a 'hammer blow'.