Dublin’s Catholic archdiocese has reported a record number of converts to the faith at its latest “rite of election” ceremony. A total of 129 “catechumens” and “candidates”, as they are formally known, attended the 2026 ceremony at St Mary’s Cathedral in Dublin, formerly the Pro Cathedral, on Sunday. It represented the largest number presented at … Read more
Former TD Colm Keaveney has been ordered to carry out 220 hours of community service for driving under the influence of cocaine. Judge James Faughnan ordered Keaveney to carry out the community service in lieu of four months in jail. He also banned him from driving for three years. Keaveney (55), of Kilcrevanty, Tuam, Co … Read more
Former TD Colm Keaveney is due to be sentenced on Tuesday for driving under the influence of cocaine. Keaveney (54), of Kilcrevanty, Tuam, Co Galway, pleaded guilty to the charge at Tuam District Court on September 9th, in addition to two counts of driving with no insurance. He was due to be sentenced at a … Read more