Category Archives: Ireland

Giro d’Italia 2014 Irish stages announced

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The exact details of the three stages of the 2014 Giro that will be taking place in Ireland this summer have been announced. Continue reading →

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World set to go green once more for St Patrick’s Day

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Operation Global Greening sees many of the worlds most noted landmarks and buildings temporarily glow literally green, with an emerald green light on St. Patrick’s Day. Continue reading →

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Ireland handed stern test in UEFA Euro 2016 qualifiers

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

The draw for the UEFA Euro 2016 qualifying groups was made recently and has pitted the Republic of Ireland against European soccer giants Germany and Celtic cousins, Scotland. Continue reading →

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John B Keane’s famous play “Sive” returns to the Abbey Theatre

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

One of Ireland’s most beloved writers John B Keane’s play “Sive” is currently playing at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre (12th February – 12th April) over half a century after the theatre initially rejected it. Continue reading →

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Donald Trump purchases the iconic Doonbeg Golf Club

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

US property developer and entrepreneur Donald Trump has confirmed the news that he has purchased the iconic Doonbeg Golf Club in County Clare. Continue reading →

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Top 10 romantic locations to pop the question in Ireland

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching on Friday, 14th February, plenty of loved up couples in Ireland are in search of an unforgettably romantic location to pop a certain ‘question’. With a choice of scenic countryside, serene lakes, majestic mountain scapes … Continue reading →

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O’Connor shines for Ireland at Winter Olympics

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

After our recent blog on the Irish Olympic team that will be competing at the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia we report back with an update and the news that Ireland’s Seamus O’Connor born in San Diego, California his … Continue reading →

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Ireland march on to Twickenham after victory over Wales

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland remain unbeaten in the 2014 Six Nations Championship following a hugely impressive 26-3 victory over the reigning champions Wales at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Continue reading →

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New Aer Lingus transatlantic service between Boston & Shannon launched

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s national air carrier, Aer Lingus, has launched a new year-round Boeing 757 transatlantic service between Shannon airport and Boston’s Logan airport. Continue reading →

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Ireland’s Top 10 most & least romantic places in Ireland

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

It’s that time of year again when you might be contemplating  your options as to the most romantic Irish location to visit on Valentine’s Day. According to a survey conducted by the supermarket chain Tesco, Bailieborough in Co Cavan has … Continue reading →

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