Nick Rabbitts

Limerick

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Public asked to have their say on huge Limerick riverside development

6 days ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

THE public are being invited to have their say on a massive, multi-million euro plan which will see 500 new homes on the banks of the River Shannon. Next Wednesday and Thursday, there will be the first opportunity to see the full details of what is planned at the former Cleeve's toffee factory on the north bank of the Shannon in the city centre.
Five hundred delegates in Limerick for business conference

6 days ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

NORTHERN Trust, Element Six, Aer Lingus, Irish Rail, Eli Lilly and Ei Electronics were all among the firms represented at a major conference in Limerick. Five hundred business people from across Ireland were at the Technological University of the Shannon's Moylish campus as business group Lean Business Ireland (LBI) held its annual gathering. It was organised in conjunction with Shannon Chamber's Mid-West Lean Business Network.
HSE issues advice to patients in Limerick for Bank Holiday weekend

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

THE HSE in the Mid-West is asking the public to ensure they are familiar with all healthcare options available over the June Bank Holiday weekend. The health service has suggested out that GP out-of-hours services and pharmacies might be more helpful to consider, rather than attending the Emergency Department at University Hospital Limerick.
Limerick-based bicycle academy announces new test facility

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

A RAHEEN-BASED bicycle research college has created a new piece of technology to identify illegal e-scooters and e-bikes. Bicycle Engineering Academy (BEA) staff have developed a decice which measures key factors such as speed, weight and motor output on a push-bike. These are seen as critical data points to help authorities identify and remove dangerous vehicles from the street.
RIP: Limerick deaths and funeral details - Friday, May 30, 2025

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

The death has occurred of Ann Casey (née Woodland)Of Lenihan Avenue, Prospect, Limerick CityLate of St Mary's Park. On May 29, 2025, peacefully, at home, surrounded by her family. Pre deceased by her husband Tom, brothers and sisters. Sadly missed by her sons, Christy, Thomas and Glenn, daughters Teresa and Linda, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.
Planning update issued on €1.2bn Limerick to Cork motorway

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

THE FINAL route of the M20 Limerick to Cork motorway is due to be published by the end of June. Jari Howard, the project co-ordinator of the €1.2bn scheme, confirmed the news, following a briefing given to councillors last Friday. He also said, given the scale of the road to link Ireland’s second and third cities, a formal planning application to An Bord Pleanala is unlikely to be made until some point next year.
Network Ireland Limerick hosts event focused on public speaking

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

A FOCUS was put on the skills involved in public speaking at a workshop with a difference. Director, writer, actor and radio presenter Shirley Keane led a session attended by 40 local businesswomen at Greenhills Hotel on Limerick's northside. It was organised by Network Ireland Limerick, a group for women in business and the arts.
BREAKING: Hundreds of jobs lost in Limerick as health firm confirms exit from Irish market

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

HUNDREDS of jobs have been lost in Limerick after a healh tech firm pulls out of Ireland after only four years. Elevance Health, the parent company of Carelon Global Solutions, which reportedly employs more than 300 people in the city, confirmed its closure in a statement to Limerick Live.
University of Limerick accepts resignation of executive who led €5.2m overspend

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

UNIVERSITY of Limerick (UL) chancellor Prof Brigid Laffan has confirmed the college has accepted the resignation of an official who led a €5.2m overspend on properties. In an email to the college community, Prof Laffan stated Andrew Flaherty, UL's chief commerical officer had tendered his resignation. This came into effect on Tuesday, May 27. "The University has accepted that resignation.
Model railway exhibition on track for Limerick

1 week ago | limerickleader.ie | Nick Rabbitts

A MODEL railway exhibition will arrive in Limerick this weekend. Exhibitors from around Ireland will descend on the Castletroy Park Hotel for the two-day event. It’s being run by the Mid-West Model Railway Club, whose members are holding their first ever exhibition, something they hope will become a yearly event. Between 11am and 5pm this Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1, dozens of displays will be kept on track.