Michael Carolan

Leinster

Head of News at LMFM

Head of News @LMFMRADIO. Meath man. Fan of @springsteen and @Metallica. Watch @SonsofAnarchy and @QueenOnUSA

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Local Community Champions recognised for stance against domestic violence

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

Three local community champions have been honoured with awards today for their work to support survivors and challenge domestic violence in Co. Meath. The Meath Women’s Refuge & Support Services Community Champion Awards are presented on Go Purple Day each year to mark action by community members to support survivors, raise awareness and create a culture of zero tolerance for all forms of domestic, sexual and gender based violence in Co. Meath.
Man (53) appears in court over Liverpool parade incident that injured dozens

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

A man has appeared in court today charged with causing grievous bodily harm after a car ploughed into a crowd of Liverpool soccer fans injuring almost 80 during this week's Premier League title victory parade. Paul Doyle, from the West Derby area of Liverpool, is charged with seven offences including dangerous driving and two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
Gerry Adams wins defamation case against the BBC

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

Gerry Adams has won his defamation case against the BBC. The former Sinn Fein leader and Louth TD had sued the broadcaster over an episode of its 'Spotlight' programme, and an online article, which claimed he sanctioned the killing of Denis Donaldson - a claim he denies. The jury in the trial found the BBC did not publish the claim in good faith, and it was not fair or reasonable to publish. Mr Adams will be awarded damages of €100,000. More to follow...
Jury resumes deliberations in Gerry Adams defamation case against the BBC

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

The jury in Gerry Adams' defamation case against the BBC continues its deliberations today. The former Sinn Féin leader and Louth TD is suing the broadcaster over a story on its 'Spotlight' programme, and an online article, in which an anonymous source claimed he sanctioned the killing of Denis Donaldson. The 76-year-old denies any involvement in the killing, while the BBC says the journalism was done in "good faith".
IPAS planning exemption refused by Meath County Council

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

An application for an exemption from planning for a proposed IPAS centre at the Oaktree Business Park in Trim has been turned down by Meath County Council. Local Councillor Noel French made the announcement in a social media post this afternoon. A separate decision on a second separate application relating to a premises on Fairgreen in the town is due by June 10th.
Hose pipe ban remains in place for Kells/Oldcastle public water supply

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

Uisce Éireann is reminding communities in Kells, Oldcastle and surrounding areas in County Meath that a Water Conservation Order, commonly referred to as a hosepipe ban, remains in place for the Kells/Oldcastle Public Water Supply. The Water Conservation Order was issued in a bid to safeguard water supplies for essential purposes and prohibits the use of garden hoses and other non-essential uses of water.
Two due in court over €5.4m drugs seizure in Meath

4 weeks ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

Two men in their 60s are due to appear in court this afternoon in connection with this week's €5.4m drugs seizure in County Meath. The pair are due to appear before Navan District Court later. Twenty kilos of heroin and 37kg of cocaine were recovered by Revenue officers on Tuesday. The seizure was made as a result of a joint intelligence-led joint operation conducted by Revenue and Gardaí.
Jury in Gerry Adams' libel case to begin deliberations

1 month ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

The jury in Gerry Adams' libel case against the BBC will begin deliberations this morning. The former Sinn Féin leader and Louth TD is suing the broadcaster over claims it made in an episode of its programme 'Spotlight', and an online article, that he sanctioned the killing of Denis Donaldson. He denies the allegation, while the BBC claims the journalism was done "in good faith". Mr. Adams is seeking damages of up to €200,000.
Shane O'Farrell's family outline 'frustrations' with process of establishing facts surrounding his death

1 month ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

The family of Shane O'Farrell says a Dáil apology represents a 'watershed' moment in their fight for justice. The 23-year-old was killed in a hit-and-run outside Carrickmacross in August 2011. The man who hit Shane - Zigimantas Gridziuska should have been in jail at the time of the collision. Shane's sister Hannah told 'The Agenda with Ken Murray' this morning that it was 'frustrating' that the family had to undertake their own research into the case to establish the facts.
Drogheda player scoops €255,000 in last night's EuroMillions draw

1 month ago | lmfm.ie | Michael Carolan

A Drogheda player has claimed Ireland’s 8th EuroMillions Ireland Only Raffle top prize worth a fantastic €255,000. In addition to the usual €5,000 Raffle prize, this local winner has received an additional prize of €250,000, resulting in total winnings of €255,000, following last night’s (27th May) EuroMillions draw. The Quick Pick winning ticket, which was purchased on the day of the draw from Applegreen, Newfoundwell Road, Greenbatter, Drogheda, Co. Louth.