Author Archives: Seamus O'Murchu

Live at the 02 Dublin: Barry Manilow

On May 23rd 2012, Barry Manilow will play live at the 02, Dublin. This will be the first time Manilow has played in Ireland since 1996. Manilow who is well respected amongst critics and fans alike, has sold more than … Continue reading

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Jessie J hits the Marquee in Cork this July

Ireland will welcome Jessie J this summer as she will be performing at the Marquee in Cork for two sold out nights. She added the second date following the high demand for tickets. She will be performing on Sunday, July … Continue reading

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Ireland Sausages and Puddings are Top of the Table!

This week a team of French food experts from Commanderie des Fins Goustiers du Duché d’Alencon based in Normandy are travelling to Ireland to knight 5 people for their services to the sausage and pudding industry. The group are dedicated … Continue reading

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Republic of Ireland Footballer Recieves Online Death Threats

An anonymous Twitter user from Belfast has used the social networking site to issue death threats to Sunderland star James McClean. Understandably, McClean took the decision to delete his twitter account to halt any further abuse. The abuse occurred after … Continue reading

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Record Breaking Weekend in Belfast!

Despite the conditions, 20,000 people from all over Ireland and indeed the rest of the world took part in yesterday’s Belfast Marathon. It certainly was the place to be on Bank Holiday Monday despite the bad weather, as almost 3,800 … Continue reading

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Connemara Mussel Festival

This is the sixth year of the Connemara Mussel Festival on the Renvyle Peninsula and it will take places from the 4th-6th May 2012. Astonginsly, over a ton of mussels were eaten and organisers are set to harvest just over … Continue reading

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Big numbers expected for Great Limerick Run

As mentioned previously, there is much happening this May bank holiday weekend, including the Limerick Riverfest, which takes place in Limerick City and includes the Great Limerick International BBQ. The Riverfest has something for everyone with fashion shows, live music, … Continue reading

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History of Killarney, Co. Kerry

Killarney is based in Co. Kerry and is steeped with local folklore and history. Religious settlements in particular have been influential and one of the first recorded pieces of history in the area. The monastery on Innisfallen Island in 640 … Continue reading

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Olympic battle between Northern Ireland’s top chefs

This week on the popular BBC Show Great British Menu it’s the turn of 3 top chefs from the North of Ireland to do battle for the chance to cook at a glittering Olympic banquet. This summer, the Olympic Games … Continue reading

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Ireland’s richest keep getting richer

This news may surprise a lot of you given the current state of Ireland’s economy but the richest people in Ireland are getting even richer! The combined wealth of the nation now stands at €46.7bn (previously €43.6bn in 2011). Interestingly, … Continue reading

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