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Irish Independent
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Louth athlete Lorcan Forde Dunne takes Germany race by storm as he wins for Ireland
Leading the way was U18 athlete Lorcan Forde Dunne - the current Louth Junior Athlete of the Year - as he claimed gold for Ireland in the 1500m at the German EYOF Trials on Saturday morning in Wetzlar, Germany. His win puts him in a strong position to qualify for the European Youth Olympic Festival and marks another step forward in his development. Lorcan qualified for the U18 European Championships last year but was forced to pull out with injury, but after a long period on the sidelines his remarkable run of form has now seen him gain two qualifying-standard times for the Youth Olympics. Back home, the club was well represented at the Louth Community Games held at Lourdes Stadium in Drogheda. Finn Murphy, competing in the U8 80m sprint, won his event and was crowned Louth champion and he now qualifies for the National Finals later this summer. Shmirthi Prasad and Caoimhe Carolan, also reached the podium with silver medals in their sprint events, while Hannah Black performed well in the 800m, showing good form throughout. Later that evening in Bohermeen, it was a family effort in the local 5K race. Fergus Nolan finished fourth in the junior category with a personal best time of 18:46,while his mother Angela Kearney placed third in her category, running 22:14. To cap off a good weekend, Jaheim Humphrey was a guest at the Dublin Juvenile Championships where he competed in the discus and emerged as the winner with an impressive PB of 42.25m.
Sunday World
2 days ago
- General
- Sunday World
Irish woman's body flown home from Spain as brother says she was ‘a beautiful and kind' sister
Lorcan Moloney pays tribute to his sister who died suddenly in Spain The body of Diane Moloney (24) who died suddenly in Spain on May 30 was flown home to Ireland on Friday as her family come to terms with the loss of a person who touched their hearts. Diane's eldest brother, Lorcan, was faced with the heart-rending task of travelling to Spain this week to identify his sister's remains. 'It was the hardest thing I've ever had to do. But I'm glad I did it as now she can come home to us,' Lorcan told The Kerryman. A native of Listowel in north Kerry, Diane was close to her siblings, Eddie and Lorcan, who are still finding it difficult to come to terms with the loss of their loving sister. 'It hasn't hit us yet that she is dead. No family should have to go through what we are going through. It's tough. I'm sure when she is buried it will hit us the hardest,' Lorcan said. Diane Moloney 'Diane was the nicest person in the world. Myself and Eddie couldn't have asked for a better sister. Even though I am the eldest, Diane took control of everything and looked after us. She loved life and always had everything planned.' Diane turned 24 years old on May 22 and lived in Spain with her partner for the past three years. She taught in a local creche and was studying infant massage. Lorcan explains how he was talking with his sister on the phone the day before she died. She was happy and glad that he was planning a visit to see her and to celebrate her recent birthday. 'To get the news last Friday when the guards came to the house, it was a blow. They told us she had died. The local guards have been nothing but helpful. Michael Healy-Rae has also been very supportive with his phone calls to the family,' Lorcan said. In happier times. The late Diane Moloney with her brothers Eddie and Lorcan. News in 90 Seconds - 7th June The Moloney's set up a GoFundMe page to help with the repatriation costs of bringing Diane home and for her coming funeral. The family thanked the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust for their support. Over €33,000 has so far been raised as part of the appeal. 'Without them we wouldn't know where we would be. For the help and support they have given us, we are extremely grateful. They are living saints,' he said. "We have a GoFundMe set up and the majority of that money is going back to the Kevin Bell Foundation, as they helped with everything. The rest will be for her funeral and collecting her belongings in Spain,' he said. Diane's family are glad that her remains are coming home and will be buried in the company of those who loved her. Lorcan thanked the people 'from the bottom of my heart' for donating money and their messages of support. 'All the local businesses have been great. The two I really want to thank is Urban Cuts and Strive Gym. They have held collections and there is actually a fundraiser tomorrow at Urban Cuts if people want to get their hair cut the money is going towards the GoFundMe page,' Lorcan said. 'The generosity and support of people is beyond great. I know Diane is looking down with a smile on her face looking at the family, community, friends and everyone coming together helping her.' Lastly, Lorcan said Diane loved life and went to the gym every day and lived a healthy lifestyle. She enjoyed her daily coffee and a social drink at the weekends with friends. 'You just couldn't meet anyone nicer. She was beautiful, kind, and generous. Those are the three words that best describe her. She was always in contact with us. She and Eddie spoke every day. She was always there for us and we will forever miss her.'
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- General
- Irish Daily Mirror
Heartbreaking tributes pour in for young Irishwoman who died suddenly in Spain
Heartbreaking tributes have been paid to a young woman from Co Kerry who died suddenly in Spain. Diane Moloney, 24, originally from Stokers Grove in Listowel, passed away "unexpectedly on May 30", according to a death notice shared on "Diane will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her heartbroken family, her mother Margaret, brothers Lorcan and Eddie, partner Tyrone, uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family, neighbours and many friends," the notice adds. Diane, who had just celebrated her 24th birthday on May 22, moved to Spain with her partner Tyrone three years ago and had been teaching in a local childcare facility. Following her unexpected passing, Diane's family launched a GoFundMe page to raise funds to bring her body home ahead of her funeral next week. The fundraiser was launched by her brother Lorcan, who paid tribute to Diane in a message shared on the GoFundMe page. He wrote: "Diane touched the hearts of everyone that she met in her short life with her beautiful smile, giggly laughter and always looking after her two brothers (even though I am the eldest one). "The death of my sister has broken our hearts and of those who knew Diane. We appreciate everyone's support and kindness at this very difficult time, it means so much to us. Our main priority at the moment is getting Diane home as soon as possible." The GoFundMe page has raised over €40,000, with Diane's heartbroken family thanking the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust for their "support, guidance and kindness at this very difficult time". Diane's body was flown home to Ireland on Friday, with her family announcing that her her funeral will take place in her hometown of Listowel on Monday. Diane will lie in repose at Lyons Funeral Home in Derry, Listowel, on Sunday from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, with her remains due to arrive at St. Mary's Church in Listowel at 11.15am on Monday morning. Diane's Requiem Mass will be held at 11.30am, followed by burial afterwards in St. John Paul II Cemetery, Ballybunion Road. Diane's family said that the ceremony will be live-streamed on the Listowel Parish website. Diane's sudden death has sent shockwaves through the local community, with friends, neighbours and acquaintances paying heartbreaking tribute to the popular young woman. A close pal said in a message shared online: "Condolences to all of the Maloney family especially to Mags, Lorcan and Eddie at this very difficult time. May Diane Rest in Peace. A kind, beautiful, loving soul taken too soon." Another added: "My deepest sympathies to Mags and family during this tragic time. Diane was a beautiful young lady inside and out. May she rest in peace." A third mourner said: "So sorry Margaret,Lorcan and Eddie and extended families on the passing of Diane. Always a lovely girl with a lovely smile. Thinking of all of ye at this very sad time." While a fourth wrote: "Sincere condolences to Diane's family, partner and friends on her passing, such a beautiful young woman, RIP."
RTÉ News
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Carol puts Lorcan in his place in Thursday's Fair City
Tensions rise when Lorcan mocks Ruby's new cleaning job in Thursday's Fair City on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player. Carol puts her grandson in his place. "Did your ma never tell you that if you have nothing nice to say, you keep your gob shut?!" she says. "There's a lot of things that my mum didn't tell me," Lorcan replies. Fans can find out what happens next on Thursday on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player at 8:30pm.
The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Send him on his way' cry RTE Fair City viewers as Carol kicks Lorcan out & Mairead speaks openly to Damien
RTE Fair City viewers were all left saying the same thing after Carol sent Lorcan packing after he and Ruby got into a crash. On tonight's episode, Mairead told Damien she didn't want to move to Cashel. Advertisement 3 Mairead told Damien she wanted to remain in Carrigstown Credit: RTE 3 She was comforted by Tommy while in hospital Credit: RTE 3 Lorcan and Ruby stole Victor's cab to attend a concert in Kildare Credit: RTE And Lorcan tried to convince Ruby to borrow Victor's cab so they could attend a gig in Kildare. The promise of saving money convinced Paul to hand over his books to J. J's accountant. Certain she wouldn't get caught, Ruby was persuaded to take Victor's cab. However, she was horrified after she backed his cab into a lamppost. Advertisement read more on fair city Feeling guilty for persuading her to take the cab, Lorcan convinced Ruby to let him take the blame for the accident. However, he wasn't planning on footing the bill - and Carol was furious when she was left to pay for the damage Ruby caused to Victor's cab. Enraged by their antics, Victor forbade Ruby from seeing Lorcan, also at the end of her tether, Carol decided to send Lorcan packing. RTE Fair City viewers raced to social media to react to Lorcan and Ruby attempting to steal Victor's cab. Advertisement Most read in News TV One viewer remarked: "Crashed after literally 4 seconds. What's wrong with Dublin Bus?" Ciara tweeted: "Thelma and Louise are about to take off, well they back into a skip that's about as far as they get." First look at tonight's Fair City Sinead said: "Yeeeeeeeeeew Carol send him on his way." Another viewer joked: "I have hit worse to be fair." Advertisement Elsewhere on the show, Mairead was troubled over Dean's lack of a response but tried to hide it from Damien. While, Tommy advised Mairead to consider her options very carefully and Damien was grateful for Dean and Tommy's support while he prepared for Mairead to be discharged from hospital. AFFAIR CITY Ahead of her release, Mairead told Damien she wants to stay in Carrigstown. But secretly she and Dean wanted to try to figure out what the future could look like for them. Advertisement Meanwhile, Melanie tried to glean information on Darrell Kenny, but Joan refused to break confidentiality. And Maxine's cosy dinner plans were derailed when Sash was called into work last minute, forcing her to babysit Olivia. COLD CASE While Melanie fretted over the possibility of being implicated if Darrell was forced to give up his client list, Jess enjoyed making her squirm. She continued to antagonise Melanie by tapping her for info on Darren's case. Advertisement An opportunistic Nikki landed Maxine with the responsibility of minding her kids for the evening. DONE DINNER While in Maxine's care, Kim and Darren enjoyed testing the limits with their novice babysitter Maxine. Later, Jess has her suspicions confirmed after she tactfully probed Alex for more information on Melanie's exam results. With their dinner plans scuppered, a resilient Sash sent Nikki and her kids packing, so she and Melanie can spend an evening together. Advertisement A desperate Melanie was put on a final warning by Joan, who caught her trying to peek at the case files.
