John Deerey from Iniskeen took up the role following the association's AGM yesterday.

All 20 of those on trolleys in the local hospital are in the Emergency Department.

Deputy Smith has called for a halt to knife crime across the country.

According to Brenden McGovern, paramedics play a "vital role" in the provision of emergency care to the community.

Deputy Niamh Smyth has reminded parents that the closing date for new applications is tomorrow.

Plans to mark the 50th anniversary this Sunday, 28th April, include meeting up at the Billy Fox Memorial Park at 1 o'clock.

Positive progress has been made in the campaign for adult day services in Monaghan.

Teagasc warns that recent weather conditions are likely to have impacted margins and incomes and remain an important area of uncertainty for the year ahead.