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81 Irish newspapers in the directory

Print media in the Republic operates within a consolidated market currently driven by digital-first strategies and strong subscription models. The historically liberal newspaper of record, The Irish Times, maintains impressive digital subscription numbers alongside its print edition. Its main rival, the Mediahuis-owned Irish Independent, dominates national daily circulation with a centre-right editorial stance. The Sunday Independent captures the largest weekend readership, while the Cork-based Irish Examiner stands out as a prominent national daily headquartered outside the capital. A strong provincial press network exists across the counties, alongside dedicated Irish-language publications catering to Gaeltacht communities. Paperboy indexes 81 Irish newspapers — browse the full directory below.

Compiled by Paperboy editorial · Updated 2026-07-19

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Nationalist

Carlow, Carlow

Established in 1883, this long-standing regional publication serves as a primary source of news, sports, and community updates for County Carlow and its surrounding areas. It is notable for its deep-rooted history in local reporting and its role as a key information hub for the region's diverse rural and urban populations.

Nenagh Guardian

Nenagh, Tipperary

Established in 1838, the Nenagh Guardian is a weekly local newspaper serving North Tipperary and surrounding areas. It provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, politics, and community events. Headquartered in Nenagh, it remains a vital source of information for the regional population in print and online.

New Ross Standard

New Ross, Wexford

The New Ross Standard is a weekly local newspaper serving New Ross and south County Wexford, Ireland. Established in 1880, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, community events, and politics. Part of the Mediahuis group, it remains a primary source of information for the regional community.

New Ross Standard

New Ross, Wexford

The New Ross Standard is a long-standing local weekly newspaper serving New Ross and South County Wexford, Ireland. Established in the late 19th century, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and community events, maintaining a significant role in the region's media landscape as part of the Mediahuis group.

Northside People

Dublin, Dublin

Northside People is a popular local newspaper serving communities across North Dublin, Ireland. Established in 1987, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, and events. Distributed for free, the publication is a key resource for residents in both the East and West editions of the city’s northern suburbs.

NUI Galway Sin

Galway, Galway

Established in 1984, this student-run publication serves as the official newspaper for the University of Galway, offering a platform for campus news, political commentary, and arts coverage. It is notable for its long-standing history as an independent voice for the student body, providing essential reporting on issues affecting the university community and the wider Galway region.

Offaly Express

Tullamore, Offaly

Serving as a primary news source for County Offaly, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local politics, sports, and community events centered in Tullamore. It is a long-standing regional institution that bridges the gap between rural community interests and the broader digital audience across the Irish Midlands.

Offaly Independent

Tullamore, Offaly

The Offaly Independent is a weekly regional newspaper based in Tullamore, Ireland. Serving County Offaly and surrounding areas, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, community events, and business. The publication is a key source of information for the midlands region and part of the Celtic Media Group.

Roscommon Herald

Boyle, Roscommon

Established in 1859, this regional newspaper serves as a primary source of news, sports, and community updates for County Roscommon and its surrounding areas. It is notable for its long-standing commitment to local journalism, maintaining a deep connection to the civic and social life of its rural readership for over 160 years.

Sligo Champion

Sligo, Sligo

Founded in 1836, the Sligo Champion is a prominent weekly local newspaper serving County Sligo and surrounding areas in Ireland. It provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, sports, and community events, maintaining a long-standing reputation as a primary source of information for the region.

Sligo Weekender

Sligo, Sligo

Serving as a prominent source of local news and community updates, this publication has provided extensive coverage of County Sligo and the surrounding region for several decades. It is widely recognized for its dedicated focus on regional politics, local sports, and human-interest stories that connect the diaspora and residents of the West of Ireland.

Socialist Workers Party

Dublin, Dublin

Rebel News Ireland is an Irish socialist publication providing news and analysis from a Marxist and eco-socialist perspective. Based in Dublin, it covers international affairs, Irish politics, and social movements. It serves as a platform for radical left-wing commentary on issues including labor, gender politics, and anti-imperialism.

Southern Star

Skibbereen, Cork

Serving West Cork since 1889, this award-winning regional publication provides comprehensive local news, sports, and community coverage to a loyal readership across the region. It is widely recognized as a pillar of Irish provincial journalism, maintaining a significant influence in the local political and social landscape for over 130 years.

Sunday Business Post

Dublin, Dublin

The Business Post is Ireland’s leading financial, political, and economic Sunday newspaper. Based in Dublin, it provides in-depth analysis of national and international business news, current affairs, and technology. Rebranded from the Sunday Business Post, it remains a vital source for Ireland’s corporate and political decision-makers.

Sunday World

Dublin, Dublin

Sunday World is a popular Irish tabloid newspaper based in Dublin, known for its sensationalist coverage of crime, celebrity gossip, and social issues. Established in 1973, it is one of Ireland's best-selling Sunday titles, providing comprehensive national news, sports, and investigative reporting across the island.

Tipperary Star

Thurles, Tipperary

The Tipperary Star is a long-standing regional newspaper based in Thurles, Ireland. Now published online via Tipperary Live, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, and sport across the county. The publication also features business updates, community announcements, and historical archives serving the Tipperary region.

Trinity News

Dublin, Dublin

Established in 1953, this independent student newspaper serves the community of Trinity College Dublin by providing comprehensive coverage of campus affairs, national news, and cultural commentary. It is widely recognized as one of Ireland’s oldest and most influential student publications, noted for its investigative journalism and historical role as a training ground for prominent Irish media figures.

Tuam Herald

Tuam, Galway

Established in 1837, this long-running regional weekly serves as a vital record of local life, politics, and community events in County Galway. It is recognized as one of Ireland’s oldest continuously published newspapers, maintaining a steadfast commitment to grassroots journalism and the specific interests of its rural readership.

Tullamore Tribune

Tullamore, Offaly

The Tullamore Tribune is a long-standing weekly newspaper serving Tullamore and the wider County Offaly region in Ireland. Established in 1978, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, sports, and community events, maintaining a significant role in the social and cultural life of the midlands.

UC Motley

Cork, Cork

UC Motley is an award-winning student magazine based at University College Cork in Ireland. It provides a platform for creative writing, investigative journalism, and cultural commentary, covering campus life, entertainment, and current affairs. The publication is highly regarded within the Irish student media landscape for its design and editorial quality.

UCC Express

Cork, Cork

The UCC Express is the official student newspaper of University College Cork, Ireland. Established in 1997, it provides comprehensive coverage of campus news, student politics, arts, and sports. Run by a dedicated student editorial team, the publication serves as a vital platform for student journalism and campus discourse.

UCD University Observer

Dublin, Dublin

Serving as the official student newspaper of University College Dublin since 1994, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of campus affairs, national news, and student-focused opinion pieces. It is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and its role as a prominent training ground for generations of Irish journalists and media professionals.

University Times

Dublin, Dublin

Serving as the official student newspaper of Trinity College Dublin, this publication is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and comprehensive coverage of higher education policy and national affairs. It maintains a distinct editorial independence from the university's student union, establishing itself as one of the most prominent and frequently honored student-run media outlets in Ireland.

Waterford News & Star

Waterford, Waterford

Established in 1848, this long-running publication serves as a primary source of news, sports, and community updates for Waterford city and county. It is recognized for its deep-rooted history in the region, providing comprehensive local journalism that connects the local audience to key civic issues and developments.

Waterford Today

Waterford, Waterford

Serving the community of County Waterford, this established regional publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and community events through both print and digital platforms. It is distinguished by its deep-rooted focus on local affairs and its role as a primary source of information for residents across the city and county.

Western People

Ballina, Mayo

Serving the communities of County Mayo and the surrounding regions since 1883, this long-standing publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sport, and regional issues. It is widely recognized as a vital pillar of the local media landscape, offering a dedicated platform for the concerns and stories of the people of the West of Ireland.

Westmeath Examiner

Mullingar, Westmeath

The Westmeath Examiner is a leading regional newspaper serving Mullingar and the surrounding areas of County Westmeath, Ireland. Established in 1882, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, sports, and community events, maintaining a significant role in the social and cultural life of the midlands.

Westmeath Independent

Athlone, Westmeath

The Westmeath Independent is a leading regional newspaper based in Athlone, serving Westmeath and Roscommon. Established in 1846, it provides comprehensive local news, sports, and community features. It remains a vital source of information for the Irish Midlands, publishing weekly in both print and digital formats.

Wexford Echo

Wexford, Wexford

Serving the community of County Wexford since 1902, this weekly publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and regional events. It is a long-standing staple for residents seeking in-depth reporting on the issues and personalities that shape life within the county.

Wexford People

Wexford, Wexford

Serving the local communities of County Wexford since 1856, this long-standing regional publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sport, and current affairs. It remains a primary source of information for the county's residents, maintaining a strong heritage as one of Ireland’s most established regional newspaper titles.

Wicklow People

Wicklow, Wicklow

Serving as a long-standing primary source of regional news for County Wicklow, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local politics, community events, and sporting achievements. It remains a staple of the local media landscape, connecting residents through detailed reporting on issues that specifically impact the people and towns of the Wicklow region.