After meeting with the group, Deputy Smyth said they are "shovel ready" and any further delay would be deeply frustrating.

The investigation into the murder of Paul Quinn remains ongoing.

Gardaí in Carrickmacross are encouraging motorists to be mindful when travelling along the N2 this evening.

Breege Quinn has re-issued her appeal for information.

Monaghan is finally to get its own special school.

"We want to secure our future and we are taking steps at the moment in order to ensure that," says Christine Wynne of SOSAD Cavan.

Monaghan Gardai have appealed if any sightings or interactions to contact them.

St Bernadette saw the Virgin Mary 18 times at the Grotto in Lourdes in 1858.