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Man who shot farmer who was herding cattle avoids jail
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A judge has imposed a suspended two year prison term on Adrian Collins (48) of Enagh, Kilkishen for the reckless discharge of a shot-gun where he shot a farming neighbour, writes Gordon Deegan.
3 November 2024 News
Gardaí investigating fatal road traffic incident involving tractor
The incident happened on a local road in Oranmore, Co Galway.
3 November 2024 News
Land Cruiser, Gator and trailer stolen from Longford farm
A large amount of DeWalt power tools, dosing products and diesel were also taken.
Take GPS units out of tractors – gardaí
Gardaí also said that farmers should use security locks, alarms, lighting and CCTV on outbuildings or sheds to deter thieves
30 October 2024 News
Farmers urged to put barriers in place to thwart thieves
Mark your property with a number that’s unique to you and keep a note of it in case it goes missing, gardaí advise farmers.
30 October 2024 News
Two dog attacks on Wicklow sheep farms in 48 hours
The Irish Farmers Journal spoke to Peter Behan after the two separate incidents took place on Wicklow sheep farms in the space of 48 hours.
22 October 2024 News
Turf cutters lose Supreme Court appeal over habitats law
Gerry Gearty and Seán Beirne have traditionally exercised turbary rights at Cloneen Bog in Co Longford.
18 October 2024 News
Farmers urged to report people with metal detectors on land
It is illegal to dig, excavate or use a metal detector at a protected national monument site in Ireland without a licence from the Minister for Housing.
11 October 2024 News
Motorists urged to be vigilant during deer breeding season
This is the time of year when deer are rutting and the chances of a collision with one is much higher. Read these tips for what to do if you encounter a deer on the road.
5 October 2024 News
Two fatalities in Mayo road traffic collision involving car and tractor
A third occupant of the car remains in a “serious condition” in Mayo University Hospital.
28 September 2024 News
Livestock truck reported stolen from yard in Roscommon
Gardaí are currently investigating the incident and no arrests were made by Friday evening.
27 September 2024 News
Cash stolen and property damaged at Elphin Mart
The robbery took place at the Roscommon mart in the early hours of Sunday morning 15 September during which phone lines and the security alarm wires were cut.
18 September 2024 News