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24 October 2026, Saturday

16:51 Technology University switches on new supercomputer for local weather forecasts The machine can model the weather over the Wrenhaven coast in squares just 500 metres across, which forecasters say should improve warnings of flash floods and coastal gales. Aisha Rahman

07:47 News Millbrook footbridge over the River Asher reopens after flood repairs The 80-year-old crossing, closed since floodwater damaged its foundations last winter, is back in use with stronger piers and a wider deck. Grace Mwangi

22 October 2026, Thursday

05:02 News Council backs €48m plan to raise and strengthen the Old Quay sea wall Councillors have approved a three-year programme to lift the Old Quay sea wall by up to 90 centimetres after waves repeatedly spilled over it last winter, flooding cellars and closing the harbour road. Liam Brennan