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A STUNNING four-bed home perfect for families has just hit the Irish market for €214k – and it comes with a large garden.

The bargain pad is located in Drumlish village, Co Longford.

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The pad is located in Drumlish village, Co Longford[/caption]

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And it is now on the Irish market for €214,000[/caption]

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It comes with a fully tiled kitchen[/caption]

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The pad also features a spacious living room[/caption]

This semi-detached home is a four-bedroom, three-bath that has been kept in fantastic condition by its current owners.

And it is currently open for viewings.

The house listing reads: “Neatly presented, No. 30 Sliabh Cairbe, comes to the market with vacant possession, ready for an owner-occupier or investor.

“The property is perfectly positioned within the development, facing the green, not overlooked, with a south-facing rear garden.”

It includes a substantial modern kitchen with access to the rear garden and is perfect for first-time buyers.

This bright kitchen has tiled flooring and is fully fitted with wooden cabinets, an oven, and a dishwasher.

Double-glazed windows located around the kitchen and dining area allow plenty of natural light to enter the house.

The family home is in an excellent location, with cafes, restaurants, public transport and a host of other amenities nearby.

Along with being a short walk from Drumlish town centre, Longford town and Cavan are each within an hour’s drive of this fabulous property.

The area also includes a choice of primary and secondary schools, perfect for families.

Located in a sought-after residential area, the family home has a private rear garden and oil fired central heating.

When entering the home, viewers are greeted by a fabulous hallway with tiled flooring and plenty of storage room under the stairs.

A spacious living room is situated at the front of the home, and it features a fireplace, lots of storage space and wooden flooring.

This comfortable area is filled with natural light and space, creating a cosy atmosphere.

On the property’s ground floor there is a bathroom with a whb and toilet.

First floor offerings

Moving upstairs, there is a spacious and modern landing area.

On the property’s first floor there are four bedrooms, including a master bedroom with wooden flooring, natural light and plenty of storage space.

This room has its own ensuite that is fully tiled and features a shower, washbasin and toilet.

The second bedroom is also spacious and features views overlooking the garden, along with carpet flooring, and could fit a king-size bed.

The third and fourth bedrooms are stunning modern single rooms that feature plenty of storage space and natural light.

The back garden is a major bonus to buying this home, as it comes with ample amounts of light and greenery.

The property is listed by Padraic Davis Auctioneers and on daft.ie.

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The property is a four bedroom home[/caption]

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It features a large rear garden[/caption]

RUBY WALSH has paid a beautiful tribute to Michael O’Sullivan by revealing the Irish jockey’s exchange with a stranger at Dublin Airport.

O’Sullivan, 24, tragically died on Sunday morning having suffered a brain injury from a devastating fall at Thurles.

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His passing has left the horse-racing community in mourning, with the likes of Willie Mullins, Gordon Elliott, and Rachael Blackmore paying tribute.

Writing for the Irish Examiner, former jockey Ruby Walsh lamented that there was “no rhyme or reason” to explain the Corkman’s death.

He praised him for “never being afraid to go where racing brought him”, a trait which was exemplified during one trip to Heathrow.

He was scheduled to be racing at Windsor on January 17 to ride for Harry Derham on ITV having opted for the UK over a race in Cork.

Walsh met O’Sullivan at Dublin Airport the day before and revealed that the 24-year-old got into a conversation with a stranger, explaining the intimate workings of his saddle.

The 45-year-old explained: “What weight it was, what the leathers and irons were, how the girth would hold it on and how many others he had — every detail he could think of.

“And it felt like the lady who didn’t know what he was carrying would be able to saddle a horse by the time she had boarded the plane.”

Walsh admitted that “there will never be an explanation” for which O’Sullivan’s “rollercoaster ride is over”.

But he believes he will leave a lasting impact on the sport and those within it.

Walsh added: “He understood the game and never burned a bridge. He was never afraid to ask for help and always took advice on board.

“There will never be an explanation for why he met the fate that he has, but some lucky soul somewhere got one huge, healthy, and brave heart yesterday when Michael’s was handed over.

“What he gave away on his way out the door will have saved a few from following him, but his mark on this world means more will want to follow what he did.

“Those who have lost a son, a brother, a nephew, a grandson, a partner, a friend and those who have lost a colleague are looking at this rollercoaster ride in devastation.”

Details of O’Sullivan’s funeral were revealed on Monday morning, alongside an emotional tribute from his family.

On RIP.ie, his family paid an emotional tribute to the Corkman, posting: “Michael had accomplished so much in his short life.

“As a family we are so incredibly proud not only of his achievements in the saddle, but of the extraordinary young man he had become.

“He was full of kindness, integrity, ambition and love, always striving to be the best person he could be.”

O’Sullivan’s funeral details were confirmed alongside the RIP.ie posting, with the Irishman reposing in his hometown of Mallow on Tuesday.

His funeral reception will be at St John the Baptist Church in Glantant on Wednesday morning, with requiem mass at noon followed by burial.

DUNNES Stores is set to have shoppers in a frenzy over their latest release – and it’s a wardrobe staple.

The retailer has been bringing out a must-have range of spring clothes, with shoppers racing to pick them up.

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The Gallery Suedette Cropped Trench Coat costs €35[/caption]

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Shoppers can choose from two different colours including khaki[/caption]

From dresses to jeans and blouses, Dunnes Stores is selling everything shoppers need – along with the perfect piece to layer over any outfit now.

The Gallery Suedette Cropped Trench Coat is a bargain, costing just €35.

You can choose between a lovely khaki colour or a stone shade.

Shoppers can pick up the coat in sizes ranging from XS to XL.

In the official item description on the Dunnes Stores website, fashion chiefs wrote: “This double-breasted trench coat from Gallery is made from a suedette fabric that feels luxurious to touch.

“Designed with a cropped, regular fit, it features epaulettes, welt pockets, and buttoned cuffs.

“It pairs effortlessly with all your favourite pieces. Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores”.

Shoppers could pair it with a range of items in stores now.

For a cute and dressy look, fashion fans can pick up a new colourful cardigan that is proving very popular.

The Savida Shirred Bow Tie Blouse is available online and in shops around the country now.

It comes at the perfect time as shoppers are ditching their winter wardrobes and looking for spring essentials.

And as an ideal layering piece, the blouse is perfect for the in between weather seen at this time of the year.

The top costs €30 and can be found in sizes XXS up to XXL.

Luckily for fans of the look, all sizes are still up for grabs.

The blouse comes in a rich red colour and features long sleeves, a round neck, and three bows at the front.

It can be worn on its own or with a layer underneath, and is the perfect way to hop on the current bow trend.

Dunnes Stores paired the piece with baggy denim jeans and pointed sandal shoes.

Fashion bosses called the look “feminine”.

According to the retailer: “Boasting wonderful detailing, this blouse from Savida is cut to a regular fit with a square neckline and a shirred bodice.

“Designed with a feminine bow tie front, it can be worn on its own or layered over a cami. Savida is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”

COPS in Northern Ireland are appealing for information after four people were rushed to hospital in a horror road crash.

The collision occurred in the Ballinamallard area of Fermanagh on Sunday afternoon.

The single-vehicle collision occurred on the Trillick Road with police and emergency services responding to the scene.

The four people rushed to hospital are being treated for serious but non life-threating injuries.

The road at the scene of the collision was closed for some time but has since reopened.

Police are now appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the collision to make contact with them.

They are also seeking dashcam footage.

Inspector Neil Taylor of the PSNI said: “”Police, along with colleagues from other emergency services, received and responded to the report in the Trillick Road area shortly before 1.10pm.

“Four people were taken to hospital for treatment to serious injuries. They are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

“The road was closed for some time but has since reopened.

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and anyone who was in the area at the time and has any information, including dashcam or other footage, is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 722 of 16/2/25.”

Separately, Gardai in the Republic of Ireland are continuing to appeal for information after a woman in her 40s was seriously injured in a hit-and-run.

The collision occurred in Derrymullen, Co Kildare on February 2, 2025 at around 11.15am.

Gardai and emergency services were rushed to the scene on the R415.

A woman in her 40s was struck and rushed to hospital and the car failed to remain at the scene.

She is said to have been left with serious but non-life threatening injuries.

A garda spokesperson said: “Gardai are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision which occurred at Derrymullen, Co. Kildare on the morning of Sunday 2nd February, 2025.

“At approximately 11.15am Gardai and emergency services responded to a single-vehicle hit and run collision on the R415 in Derrymullen, Allenwood, Kildare.

“A female pedestrian, aged in her 40s, was struck by a vehicle which failed to remain at the scene.

“The female was removed by ambulance to hospital with serious non-life threatening injuries.”

They added: “Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardai.

“Anyone with any information is asked to contact Naas Garda Station on 045 884 300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”

JIMMY WHITE has hinted at Ronnie O’Sullivan’s potential return to the felt.

The Rocket has missed the Masters, German Masters and Welsh Open recently due to withdrawals.

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Jimmy White has hinted at Ronnie O’Sullivan’s return[/caption]

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The snooker star has withdrawn from three tournaments this year[/caption]

O’Sullivan, 49, has come under fire for his absences, though he has claimed that it has been due to his mental health.

His last public appearance came at the Champions League in which he snapped his cue.

The seven-time world champion’s friend and snooker legend White has suggested that he could be set to return.

He told Eurosport: “He needs some match practice before the World Championship.

“He needs to get amongst it.

“I have heard he has a good cue he is happy with, [but] I am only hearing whispers.”

White also suggested that O’Sullivan needs to get back to playing in order to get some form.

However, he did admit that the Rocket is capable of brilliance as he cited his return to win the World Championship in 2013.

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He added: “He needs to be playing some tournaments to get some match practice under his belt

“Saying that, do you remember when he did not play for a year, and then he came and won the World Championship?

“So as long as he is playing he has every chance.”

O’Sullivan released a statement on social media after dropping out of the Welsh Open.

He insisted that it was not a decision he took lightly as he was grateful for support from fans.

He wrote: “I realise plenty of people who bought tickets to some recent snooker events will have been frustrated when I withdrew, so I just wanted to say sorry to those of you who’ve been disappointed with me having to pull out of those tournaments.

“I’ve been trying to prioritise my health and well-being, which sometimes means making last-minute decisions not to play.

“It’s never an easy decision and I hate letting people down.

“I’m doing what I can to get back to my best, and I’m grateful for all your support and understanding.”