Every evening at 6 O Clock WLR brings you the 6 biggest stories of the day
1. No new Covid deaths for first time in two months
No new deaths due to Covid-19 have been recorded today, the first time in two months. Meanwhile, the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has confirmed the locations of 37 mass vaccination centres across Ireland, with at least one in every county. While vaccines are currently being administered in healthcare settings and GP surgeries, many people will be offered their vaccination in these centres after self-registering online.
2. €16.3 million for road infrastructure in Waterford
The main features of the funding includes €260 million for road pavement strengthening works, €72 million for preventative surface dressing work, €84 million for maintenance and strengthening works to be used on roads selected at the discretion of the local authority, and €24 million for strategic regional and local roads projects.
3. Calls for Minister Harris to meet with Waterford Councillors about WIT
Independent Councillor Mary Roche says we need commitment instead of promises. She wants an invite to be extended to Minister Simon Harris as well as the President of WIT Willie Donnelly.
4. Tramore’s Jim Goodwin agrees new contract with St Mirren
Aged 39 Jim captained the club to victory in the Scottish League Cup in 2013 and following a successful playing career with the club he was appointed their manager in 2019.
5. Donegal parish runs out of takeaway blessed ashes
A Donegal priest has come up with an idea to ensure people do not miss Ash Wednesday due to Covid-19 restrictions, offering takeaway ashes instead. However, demand has been very high.
6. The Secret Singer launches on WLR's Drive Time
A brand new cash competition, The Secret Singer, has launched on WLR's Drive Time show with Aoibhin Fallon. Guess the singer and win the cash. Click here for more details.
