Category Archives: Ireland

Famous ‘High Nelly’ Bicycle belonging to Michael Collins is discovered!

The original “high nelly” bicycle used by Michael Collins has been discovered and will along with other high nellys tour Ireland as part of an exhibition.

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Surfing Dolphin in Ireland Photo Wins Top Prize

An image of a dolphin surfing in the waves that was taken by Clare based photographer, George Karbus has won the top prize in the British Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

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First World Mini Games to take place in Cork

The inaugural World Mini Games is all set to take place from Friday 23rd August in Cork as part of the Irish Gathering 2013 and in association with SpóirtFest, a not for profit organisation in Ireland that aims to promote … Continue reading

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Ireland’s Friendly Soccer Game against Wales ends 0-0

Last night the Republic of Ireland soccer team began the football season with a 0-0 over our close neighbors, Wales. Critics felt both teams played poorly, with Ireland unable to break through a weak Wales side. 

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The Irish Sky to be lit up by Meteor Shower

Astronomers and Star gazers are in for a real treat tonight as a Persieds Meteor shower crosses earth’s atmosphere, lighting up our skies with a natural firework display!

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Madonna jets into Ireland to attend funeral of late Irish interior architect David Collins

The well known and loved Irish interior architect David Collins tragically lost his battle with cancer recently. The architect and interior designer studied in Dublin, Ireland before moving to London where he set up the successful David Collins Studio. It was here … Continue reading

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Waterford Spraoi August 2013

The Spraoi International Arts Festival will be taking place from 2nd – 4th August in Waterford City and yet again the streets of the city will come alive with arts, entertainment, music and performances for the whole family!

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Tracing your family history in Ireland

Are you hoping to trace your Irish family history while on your Ireland vacation? The Wicklow Family History Centre is the perfect place to research your family history.  It was established in 1987 where staff has computerised County Wicklow’s Roman … Continue reading

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Space Transmission ended as Mr Hadfield and crew return to earth

One of Irelands best known fans of late is set to come back down to earth this week as the famous social media darlings from aboard the International Space Station (ISS) who have kept us enthralled from the confines of … Continue reading

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HMS Illustrious Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier visits Dublin

The high readiness helicopter and commando carrier – the Royal Navy’s HMS Illustrious (RO6) made a rare visit to Ireland this weekend, when it docked in Dublin Port.

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