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Back in June 2023, Olivia Hunt was standing outside a coffee premises in Dunmore East when she was hit by a car and seriously injured.

Mother to a toddler, her first thoughts were for her two-year-old son as she tried to make sense of what had happened, not having seen the car coming towards her.

Olivia suffered multiple fractures and injuries to her pelvis and lower back in particular but was helped at the scene by people who had se...

On Sunday, Nov 16 last, 18-year-old Sammy Hanrahan from Clonard Park was critically injured in a crash between his e-bike and a car on the Cork Road in the city.

Sammy died a few days later — on Friday, Nov 21 — in hospital.

A very popular and well-loved young man, Sammy made an impression on the many people he met in his young life and is sadly missed by his heartbroken family.

From their home, his mother Jane spoke yesterday (Monday...

Helping Hand Waterford, the volunteer-run charity providing food and support to the homeless and vulnerable in Waterford, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

Founded in 2015 as a small community effort offering soup and sandwiches at Merchant’s Quay, the organisation now operates a full soup kitchen five evenings a week from its base on Mary Street. Each night, volunteers serve between 35 and 50 hot meals, along w...

WATERFORD has one of the highest rates in the country for road fatalities this year,

Speaking on 'Deise Today' this morning (Thurs) Insp Paul Donohoe, Inspector for Roads Policing in the Waterford/Kilkenny/Carlow garda division, said eight people have lost their lives this year so far on Co Waterford roads. Last year, the total figure was seven.

In a wide-ranging interview on the show this morning, Insp Donohoe spoke about many aspe...

Waterford businesses have sharply criticised a proposed commercial rates increase warning it will place already-pressured traders under further strain.

Dozens of retailers contacted councillors and the Waterford Chamber over the weekend, calling for a freeze or reduction in rates as they face rising costs in the new year.

This morning, on Deise Today, Damien spoke to a number of Waterford retailers abotu the proposed increase - and t...

The annual WLR Christmas Appeal in aid of Waterford St Vincent De Paul (SVP) returns this year and, sadly, it is needed as much as ever.

Last year, the WLR Christmas Appeal raised in excess of €100,000. These funds went directly towards helping those most in need in Waterford with ongoing day-to-day costs, including education expenses, household food and fuel bills, as well as providing breakfast clubs in local schools.

Wit...

While hard at work, Sham (Seamus) Ryan from Modeligo was unexpectedly stung by a wasp—an incident that quickly turned life-threatening when he went into anaphylaxis and suffered a cardiac arrest.

Thanks to the incredible efforts of first responders, he was airlifted to CUH, where the amazing nursing staff and medical team fought tirelessly to save his life. Their care has given him a second chance.

But Sham’s journey is far ...

This week on 'Deise Today' we're doing a special focus on traffic problems in Waterford.

Once again, the reduced number of lanes on the quays has been raising its head with many listeners to the show - and contributors - talking about how the current number of lanes is, in their view, causing backlogsall across the city.

This morning (Thursday) on the show, Damien spoke to taxi driver Conor Ryan and got his view - and experience - o...

Today (Friday, Nov 14) is a very special day for one Co. Waterford family…AND community.

Kitty Brett, living on the Carrick Road in Portlaw, is celebrating her 100th birthday today!

Born on Nov 14 1925 in the townland of Lahardan, Kitty is 68 years married to husband Paddy.

For much of this, the couple lived on the High Road between Portlaw and Kilmeaden.

In 2000, they moved to Portlaw village - and since then, Kitty and Paddy have enj...

Waterford Historian Dermot Power joined Damien in studio this morning (Tuesday) to chat about his new book "The Street Where You Live".

As former Local History Advisor at Waterford City Library and author of 6 books, listen back as Dermot shares insights into the rich history of Waterford.

From the revival of Gaelic heritage to the deep connections of community and culture, Dermot delves into his extensive research.

Listen back to a ...

IT's back!

Yesterday (Thursday) saw manufacturing re-commence of their infamous luncheon roll at 'Countrystyle' in Grannagh after a lull of 6 weeks.

It's had Waterford people talking - and 'Deise Today' listeners reacting - as peoples' love of the Countrystyle 'red lead' is well known!

Six weeks after we 'broke' the story, Damien was at Countrystyle yesterday (Thursday) afternoon, talking to owner Rory Williams, and others, as the pro...

Alfie Hale, the 86-year-old Waterford Football Legend joined Damien on 'Deise Today' this morning (Thursday) to talk about 'True Blue', the new book written by Dermot Keyes, which tells Alfie's life story.

Alfie reflects on his upbringing in a lively family of nine, the bonds of community, and how those who influenced his journey inspired him to write this heartfelt account.

With anecdotes about iconic players like Kevin Keegan and...

Ballinroad FC in county Waterford has celebrated huge growth over the years, with the club catering for 5 adult teams, 15 schoolboy teams, and 7 schoolgirl teams.

As a result of their own success, Ballinroad FC face an acute shortage of facilities, and find that they are unable accommodate their players at St Laurence's Hall.

Recently, an opportunity emerged from local developer Micheal Ryan for the club the extend their facilities...

As former Kilkenny hurling superstar DJ Carey awaited his sentencing this morning on fraud charges, 'Deise Today' spoke to Eimear Ni Bhraonain.

A Kilkenny-based journalist, broadcaster and communications expert, Eimear has just published her first book, 'The Dodger', the riveting story of extraordinary rise and fall of the star hurler.

Live from the courts this morning just ahead of the sentencing, Eimear had a quick chat with Damien...

Minister of State at the Department of housing John Cummins joined Damien in studio on Wednesday to discuss presidential election reactions, Waterford Airport and new social housing delivery statistics for Waterford.

Listen back to their critical conversation as Minister Cummins delves into the latest national and local developments, from the recent presidential election and cost of living, to funding for Mount Congreve, Waterford ...

Minister of State and Government Chief Whip Mary Butler joined Damien in studio this morning (Tuesday) following the fallout from the presidential election with questions up in the air about Taoiseach Micheal Martin's leadership, offering her opinions on the presidential electoral process and the disappointment among Fianna Fáil membership.

Mary also touches on policing in West Waterford, the recently implemented free counselling s...

Waterford man Evan Mansfield spoke to Damien on 'Déise Today' this morning (Tuesday) ahead of taking part in the New York marathon on Sunday.

Evan, who is at college in Fairfield University in Connecticut has been selected as a member of Team Inspire, one of the 26 most inspirational stories running this year.

Following his diagnosis at the age of 2, Evan has dealt with autism his whole life, working hard to be the first in his fami...