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A family affair as Longford author successfully launches new book ‘Bard Of Our Time’
Peter Bernard Reynolds recently launched his new book ‘Bard Of Our Time’ at Athena Art Gallery & Café, Longford town Peter Bernard Reynolds recently launched his new book ‘Bard Of Our Time’ at Athena Art Gallery & Café, Longford town. On the night, Peter signed copies of his book ...
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'It's my dream': Young Leitrim artist shares personal journey in new album Puzzles
Nineteen-year-old Mohill artist DJ K Fusion releases his third album Puzzles, blending emotion and AI-assisted creativity inspired by his experience as an autistic musician. Nineteen-year-old Mohill musician Keanu McGee, and also known as ‘DJ K Fusion’, has released his third album titled Puz...
Kilkenny and Galway play out a classic All-Ireland Final in Birr
Kilkenny 2-17 Galway 3-14 The newly-named Kate Moran Cup for the Eir All-Ireland U-16A Camogie Championship was contested with style and panache worthy of the former Athenry and Galway star this afternoon in Birr, and supporters of both Galway and Kilkenny will mark next Saturday in their dia...
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'A powerful opportunity': Carlow food producers urged to enter nationwide competition
The 'Best in County' award is sponsored by the county's Local Enterprise Office Producers across Carlow are being encouraged to enter Blas na hÉireann- the Irish Food Awards. This event is the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland. Now entering its 19th year, ...
Buncrana teen Dallán Woods shines in Trad as film heads for nationwide release
Inishowen musician revels in leading role in trad-inspired coming-of-age road-trip movie Young Buncrana actor Dallán Woods’ film Trad will have its premiere in Dublin on Wednesday 6 May, and will go on general release two days later. Dallán, who is 15, is already well known among traditional ...
Council opens consultation to help shape future landscape in Derry and Strabane
The initiative forms a key part of the evidence gathering for the final stage of the 2032 Local Development Plan Derry City and Strabane District Council has launched a Call for Sites as part of the next stage in preparing its Local Development Plan (LDP) 2032, members of the public, business...
Derry AIB branch champions accessibility and inclusion
The bank has introduced the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and Speak Easy communication cards across all Northern Ireland branches to create a more welcoming environment AIB has enhanced its accessibility and inclusion offering in its Derry branch, helping to ensure a welcoming and supportive ...
‘Appreciation Evening’ for Offaly football legend
Rahan man was one of Offaly's greats before going to San Diego One of Offaly GAA’s most popular Gaelic football legends, Fr Nicholas Clavin, will be honoured at an ‘appreciation evening’ in St Carthage’s Hall, Rahan, on Friday, 8th May at 7.30pm. GAA President, Jarlath Burns will be among t...
Late goal leaves Louth Ladies heartbroken against Wexford
Louth 1-11 Wexford 2-10 The Louth Ladies were left heartbroken after Wexford grabbed a late goal in second half stoppage time to book their place in the Leinster Intermediate Final, following a dramatic finish in the nicely set up Gaelic Grounds, Drogheda on Saturday afternoon last. With a fe...
Buncrana teen Dallán Woods shines in Trad as film heads for nationwide release
Inishowen musician revels in leading role in trad-inspired coming-of-age road-trip movie Young Buncrana actor Dallán Woods’ film Trad will have its premiere in Dublin on Wednesday 6 May, and will go on general release two days later. Dallán, who is 15, is already well known among traditional ...
WATCH LIVE: Mayo v Galway in Connacht LGFA Championship final
Supporters are making their way into Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada for the meeting of the province's heavy hitters This afternoon, the eyes of many in the province will be on Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada for the all-important Connacht LGFA Championship final between Mayo and Galway. Galway come into thi...
Kilkenny and Galway play out a classic All-Ireland Final in Birr
Kilkenny 2-17 Galway 3-14 The newly-named Kate Moran Cup for the Eir All-Ireland U-16A Camogie Championship was contested with style and panache worthy of the former Athenry and Galway star this afternoon in Birr, and supporters of both Galway and Kilkenny will mark next Saturday in their dia...
Starmer leadership rivals should ‘give their head a wobble’ – Cabinet minister
Rivals bidding to challenge Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership of the Labour Party should “give their head a gentle wobble”, a Cabinet minister has said. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said Sir Keir is “the best person” to lead the country as she dismissed talk of plans to unseat the Prime...
Police should not be above scrutiny, Zack Polanski says over Golders Green post
The police should not be above scrutiny, Zack Polanski has said amid the controversy over a post he shared about the Golders Green officers. The Green Party leader also hit out at Metropolitan Police chief Sir Mark Rowley – who wrote an open letter criticising the politician over the repost – sa...
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay says he will not lose his seat at election
The leader of the Scottish Conservatives has said he will “absolutely not” lose his seat at the Holyrood election, despite projections from a leading pollster. Russell Findlay said he would prove the pollsters wrong and be returned to Holyrood on Thursday. Professor Sir John Curtice, considered ...
Police investigating whether stabbing and shooting in south London are linked
Police are investigating the possibility that the stabbing of a man and the shooting of four people in the same area of south London are linked. Metropolitan Police officers were called at 1.14am on Saturday to reports of shots fired from a vehicle in Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, and at 2.17am to repo...
A family affair as Longford author successfully launches new book ‘Bard Of Our Time’
Peter Bernard Reynolds recently launched his new book ‘Bard Of Our Time’ at Athena Art Gallery & Café, Longford town Peter Bernard Reynolds recently launched his new book ‘Bard Of Our Time’ at Athena Art Gallery & Café, Longford town. On the night, Peter signed copies of his book ...
Nature, heritage and family fun in store at Mayo museum this May
The National Museum at Turlough Park unveils a packed programme of free events in Castlebar A diverse and exciting programme of events has been announced for May at the National Museum of Ireland – Turlough Park in Castlebar, offering something for all ages. From biodiversity workshops and he...
Louth artists play hide & seek for 10th incognito art sale
14 Louth Artists Play Hide & Seek for 10th incognito Art Sale in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation 14 Louth artists have gone into hiding for this year’s incognito online art sale in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. The much-loved annual event, in which the ide...
'A powerful opportunity': Carlow food producers urged to enter nationwide competition
The 'Best in County' award is sponsored by the county's Local Enterprise Office Producers across Carlow are being encouraged to enter Blas na hÉireann- the Irish Food Awards. This event is the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland. Now entering its 19th year, ...