AJ Walsh

Dublin

Presenter and Producer, Night Time Talk at Classic Hits 94-105FM

Head of News @ClassicHitsRdio B4 Producer/Presenter of Night Time Talk. @southeastradio @newsUK @ST__Ireland @IrishSunOnline email: [email protected]

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Childcare Fee Cap To Cut Costs For Some Families From September

3 weeks ago | classichits.ie | AJ Walsh

Some of Ireland’s most expensive childcare providers will be required to lower their fees from September under a new government measure aimed at easing costs for families. The Department of Children has announced the introduction of a new maximum fee cap for early learning and childcare services that receive core State funding. The change will apply to around 10% of providers participating in the government’s childcare support schemes.
Surgery Could Be Delayed For Up To 14,000 Children

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | AJ Walsh

Over 14,000 children could face prolonged waits for surgery following a major funding freeze affecting Children’s Health Ireland (CHI), prompting mounting concern among parents and healthcare advocates. The suspension, first reported by the Irish Independent, stems from the abrupt halt of support from the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF), which had been facilitating around 500 surgeries each week.
Fatal Crash In Kildare Claims Life Of Teenager

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | AJ Walsh

Teenager Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash in Co. KildareA teenage boy has died and another has been injured following a road traffic collision in Newbridge, Co. Kildare on Wednesday night. Gardaí and emergency services were called to the scene on Barrettstown Road shortly after 8pm. The crash involved a single vehicle—a pickup truck carrying two teenage males. The passenger, understood to be in his late teens, was taken to Naas General Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
New Public Toilet Proposal For Dublin City Centre

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | AJ Walsh

Dublin City Council is proposing the installation of four new public toilet facilities in high-traffic areas of the city centre, at an estimated total cost of €5.7 million over the next five years. A report due to be presented to councillors on Monday outlines the planned locations: South King Street, Barnardo Square, O’Connell Street/North Prince’s Street, and Smithfield Square.
Bay Broadcasting Turns Up The Volume With Galway Bay FM Takeover

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | AJ Walsh

Irish-owned broadcaster expands national footprintBay Broadcasting has announced its acquisition of Galway Bay FM, a major move that solidifies its status as the second-largest radio group in Ireland and the country’s leading Irish-owned broadcaster.
Irish Economy Grows Strongly Thanks to Exports, But Domestic Spending Slower

3 weeks ago | classichits.ie | AJ Walsh

Ireland’s economy grew by 9.7% in the first three months of the year, mainly due to a surge in exports to the US ahead of new tariffs from the Trump administration. Much of the boost came from strong pharmaceutical exports, especially in March. The Central Statistics Office (CSO) said overall exports rose by 9.4%, with goods exports jumping by 14.8%. However, growth within the domestic economy was much slower.
Irish Economy Soars on Export Surge, But Home Spending Lags

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | AJ Walsh

Ireland’s economy grew by 9.7% in the first three months of the year, mainly due to a surge in exports to the US ahead of new tariffs from the Trump administration. Much of the boost came from strong pharmaceutical exports, especially in March. The Central Statistics Office (CSO) said overall exports rose by 9.4%, with goods exports jumping by 14.8%. However, growth within the domestic economy was much slower.
Cork Councillor Calls for Sunscreen Dispensers to Combat Rising Skin Cancer Rates

3 weeks ago | classichits.ie | AJ Walsh

A Cork County councillor is urging the local authority to lead the charge in skin cancer prevention by installing free sunscreen dispensers in public buildings, describing the move as a small but potentially life-saving gesture. Fine Gael councillor Aileen Browne, recently co-opted to the council following the election of Kanturk TD John Paul O’Shea, proposed that sunscreen dispensers be installed across all county council offices and libraries.
Deliveroo Launches World-First Drone Delivery Service in Dublin

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | AJ Walsh

Deliveroo has taken to the skies, announcing the launch of its first-ever drone delivery service in Dublin, marking a global first for the food delivery platform. Starting this week, customers living within a 3km radius of Blanchardstown will be able to order meals from popular local restaurants via drone. Participating eateries include Musashi, WOW Burger, Boojum, and Elephant & Castle.
Cork Road Remains Closed Following Fatal Crash Yesterday

3 weeks ago | classichits.ie | AJ Walsh

A man in his 60s has died following a road traffic collision involving a van and a bicycle in County Cork on Monday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 5pm on the N25 near Carrigtwohill. Emergency services and Gardaí responded to the scene, where the cyclist was pronounced dead. His body has since been removed to the mortuary at Cork University Hospital, where a post-mortem examination is due to take place.