Dayna Kearney

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Shelbourne manager Damien Duff has stepped down from his position

6 days ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

Shelbourne manager Damien Duff has stepped down from his position. The former Republic of Ireland international confirmed the news to RTÉ Sport this morning. The Premier Division champions are due to play Linfield next month in a Champions League qualifier. The club is currently sixth in the Premier Division table. There has been no statement from the club as of yet. Keep up to date with all the latest news on our website Beat102103.com.
Water Safety Ireland appeal for increased caution as six under-18s drown in six weeks

6 days ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

Water Safety Ireland is urging the public to exercise increased caution around water following the tragic drowning of another teenager on Friday - the sixth drowning of an under-18-year-old in just six weeks. 15-year-old Kofi Owusu from the Blackrock area of Dundalk got into difficulty while swimming with friends in the River Nanny in Laytown, Co. Meath on Friday. Shortly after 9:30 pm, the teenage boy's body was pulled from the water and transferred to the hospital in Navan for a post-mortem.
Ireland set for heatwave this week with 'highest temperatures of the year'

1 week ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

Ireland is set for a heatwave this week as temperatures are expected to rise into the mid-20s. Following a week of heavy rain in most parts, this is largely due to die out today. According to Met Éireann, high pressure will continue to steadily build near Ireland for the week ahead, leading to a lot of dry weather overall with sunshine too, and just the odd shower at times. Ireland Weather Channel's Cathal Nolan says the good weather is here until next Saturday.
Ireland's first 'ECO' fire truck has saved around 138 kilos of CO2 in first six months

2 weeks ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

Ireland's first 'ECO' fire truck has saved around 138 kilos of CO2 in its first 6 months of service. The Scania truck is currently based in Carlow Town and uses a combination of hydrotreated vegetable oil for fuel, along with solar power and 'intelligent driver software'. Carlow County Fire and Rescue Service states that the truck has traveled over 3,000 kilometers and has attended 208 calls since entering service.
Investigation underway after two men found hiding in truck at Rosslare Europort

4 weeks ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

Gardaí in the Wexford / Wicklow Division have commenced an investigation following the discovery of two people hiding in a truck at Rosslare Europort. Gardaí, along with Customs and Revenue, located the two males during an immigration check shortly after 8am this morning (Friday)They are currently being assessed by medical personnel.
Online Retailer Shein is potentially breaking consumer law

1 month ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), along with its counterparts in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, and the European Commission, say Online retailer Shein is potentially breaching consumer law. Issues include fake discounts, pressure selling tactics, and unclear information regarding consumer rights. Issues identified include:Fake discounts: Pretending to offer better deals by showing price reductions that are not based on the actual prior prices, as required by EU law.
Three customers given last chance to secure Electric Picnic tickets

1 month ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

Three is offering its customers one last chance to get their hands on some Electric Picnic tickets. The festival is set to light up Stradbally Estate once again this August with an unmissable lineup including headline performances from Hozier, Chappell Roan, Sam Fender, Fatboy Slim, and Kings of Leon. With tickets selling out months in advance, Three is stepping in with an exclusive offer through Three+, giving customers access to last chance tickets.
People asked to avoid protected areas on Tramore Dunes following vandalism

1 month ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

People are being asked to avoid protected areas on Tramore Dunes following vandalism. Waterford City and County Council has been made aware of damage to fencing along certain areas of the Tramore Dunes, along with littering and fire damage. These areas have been fenced by Tramore community groups and WCCC to protect the integrity of the Dunes. The Tramore Dunes are an important habitat as they are a legally protected Special Area of Conservation with many rare birds and plants.
Ireland could be warmer than Ibiza in some parts of the country this weekend

1 month ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

News This weekend could be warmer than Ibiza in some parts of the country as temperatures are set to rise as high as 26 degrees in the West. Ireland is set to bask in the sunshine until the middle of next week, and it may last even longer. It's because of a weather phenomenon known as an Omega Block, according to Carlow Weather's Alan O'Reilly.
New bridge en route from Belgium to Waterford

1 month ago | beat102103.com | Dayna Kearney

A new bridge is En Route from Belgium to Waterford. The sustainable pedestrian bridge will join Ferrybank and Waterford as part of the North Quays Public Infrastructure Project. Two barges, four bridge sections, a massive floating crane, and a team of world-class engineers are all on the way to the Déise from Ghent. Once it arrives, installation will take place over several days, weather and tide permitting.