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Laura Lynott is a senior journalist based in Dublin, Ireland who has worked in national and local newspapers for 15 years. Laura has worked freelance for almost three of those and has written for magazines and websites in the U.K. and Ireland. Throughout her lengthy career, Laura has written crime, hard news, human interest, health, politics, celebrity news, social affairs, court reporting and business, among other issues. She has been at the centre of breaking news for many years and has also sought out the story behind main headlines for a different take on an issue and Laura has also news edited and help nurture journalistic skills in others. Among the tiles Laura has worked for are the Irish Independent, the Scotsman, the Irish Mirror, Irish Times, Irish Sun, Irish Daily Mail, Irish Star, Sunday World, Woman's Way, Pick Me Up, Edinburgh Evening News, Salford Advertiser, Derry Journal, Manchester Evening News, Belfast Telegraph.
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‘My business is gone,’ says owner of Rathgar workshop ruined by blaze as he hails mechanic’s lucky escape
The Moto Pitstop motorcycle service centre in Rathgar, Dublin, was destroyed in a fire, with all bikes for sale and repair lost. Owner Daragh Smith confirmed the business is gone but was relieved that his mechanic, who suffered burns, escaped alive and is doing well at St James' Hospital. Dublin Fire Brigade made good progress in controlling the blaze, which was intensified by the presence of oil in the workshop. Road closures were implemented around the area. Eyewitnesses from nearby businesses, including Howley Souhan Estate Agents, described the shocking event and the rapid response of the fire services.
Every summer there’s a scramble: More students deferring after losing out in hunt for accommodation
Increasing numbers of students are deferring their college education due to difficulties in securing accommodation, raising concerns that higher education may become accessible only to the affluent if current trends persist.
Temperatures to fall to -5C tonight with snow showers likely in some areas, as Met Éireann issues fresh weather warnings
Temperatures in Ireland are expected to drop to -5C tonight, with snow showers likely in some areas. Met Éireann has issued fresh weather warnings, advising motorists to be cautious of potentially icy stretches during their morning and evening commutes this week.
Temperatures to fall to -5C tonight with snow showers likely in some areas, as Met Éireann issues fresh weather warnings
Temperatures in Ireland are expected to drop to -5C tonight, with snow showers likely in some areas. Met Éireann has issued fresh weather warnings, advising motorists to be cautious of potentially icy stretches during their morning and evening commutes this week.
From flatpack furniture to coffee: What Ireland could see in short supply due to the Red Sea shipping crisis
The Red Sea shipping crisis is expected to cause product delays and shortages in Ireland, affecting companies like Ikea and Next. The disruption in the supply chain could lead to a scarcity of items such as flatpack furniture and coffee, impacting consumer availability in the near future.
From flatpack furniture to coffee: What Ireland could see in short supply due to the Red Sea shipping crisis
Ireland could face shortages of various products, including flatpack furniture and coffee, due to the Red Sea shipping crisis. Companies like Ikea and Next have indicated they expect delays and shortages in the near future.
Urgent appeal for road safety after two deaths in separate incidents over the weekend
Two fatal road accidents occurred in Ireland over the weekend, with a pedestrian killed on the M1 in Lusk and a driver dying in a single-vehicle crash on the R448 in Kilcullen. Local councillors Robert O’Donoghue and Tracey O’Dwyer expressed their condolences and emphasized the importance of road safety. With 10 road deaths already in 2024 and a 19% increase in 2023 from the previous year, the Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage to aid in their investigations.
Concern for rise in children missing school amid high levels of teacher burnout from excessive workloads
Principals and deputies in Ireland are increasingly worried about the rise in children missing school, attributing it to high levels of burnout among school leaders due to excessive workloads. The National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals (NAPD) conference highlighted these issues, emphasizing the need for educational reform to address the challenges faced in the aftermath of the pandemic.
Concern for rise in children missing school amid high levels of teacher burnout from excessive workloads
Principals and deputies in Ireland are expressing concern over the increasing number of children missing school, attributing this trend to high levels of burnout among school leaders due to excessive workloads. The National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals highlighted these challenges at their conference, emphasizing the need for educational reform in the wake of the pandemic.
Ringsend fire: Gardaí set up incident room amid fears in Government over ‘copycat’ arson attacks on asylum centres
The vacant Shipwright pub, which was the subject of protests and false rumors about housing asylum seekers, was confirmed by the Dublin Region Homeless Executive to be converted into a homeless hub for families. Gardaí have established an incident room due to government fears of potential 'copycat' arson attacks on asylum centers.
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