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Local garda swims out and rescues man who'd jumped from a bridge in Sligo

The incident happened in the town yesterday afternoon.

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Aug 7th 2017, 7:21 PM

Off-duty soldier rescues 1-year-old nephew after he fell into the freezing River Barrow

Michael Lyons’ quick reaction could have made the difference between life and death for 18-month-old Max.

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Jan 28th 2017, 6:30 AM

12 acts of everyday heroism that will instantly put a smile on your face

No matter how bad your Monday.

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Jan 18th 2016, 11:25 AM

Watch: Paco the chihuahua puts paid to armed robbery

Two masked raiders fled from the furious little pet as they tried to raid a store in California.

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Jul 19th 2011, 3:45 PM