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Category Archives: Ireland
Irish film “Folk Furniture” wins at Sundance
In the world of film, it is the award seasons with hopes running high for Irish success at the Oscars in late February. Armagh native Seamus McGarvey is up for cinematography for his work on “Anna Karenina” and Kerry producer … Continue reading
Snow in Ireland – Weather Update
While we didn’t have a White Christmas in Ireland this year, we’ve had snow this past week. The South of the country has been relatively mild with light snow fall and icy conditions. However, as you travel further up through … Continue reading
Irish element to Presidental inauguration as Obamas Irish cousin visits
After a successful re-election during the summer, president Obama looks set to kick off his second term as 57th president of the United States in style with a major inauguration celebration taking place today. Amidst the officialdom and all the … Continue reading
Steve Redmond marks a terrific year as 2012 World Open Water Swimming Man of the Year
Capping off what was a momentous year Irishman Stephen Redmond has been named as 2012 World Open Water Swimming Man of the Year. The award honors the man who (1) best embodies the spirit of open water swimming, (2) possesses … Continue reading
Ireland’s Rugby young guns stun the mighty Pumas at the Aviva Stadium
Whilst our soccer team has yet to set the world alight as of late, we can rest assured that Irish rugby is alive and kicking after the brilliant performance by our national rugby team against leading rugby nations Argentina in … Continue reading
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Kick off the year of the Gathering in Style
Dublin City Centre will be the place to be this New Year’s Eve as 2013 will be kicked off in style. The New Year’s Eve Countdown Concert at College Green will be the only ticketed event of the festival. There … Continue reading
Prayer Book of Michael Collins turns up 90 years after his death
Famous throughout Ireland, Michael Collins was an Irish revolutionary leader, Minister for Finance and Teachta Dála (TD) for Cork South in the First Dáil of 1919. A director of Intelligence for the IRA and member of the Irish delegation during … Continue reading
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West Cork’s Finest Foods Hit UK Supermarkets
Two of West Cork’s finest fares will soon be appearing on the shelves of UK Supermarkets nationwide!
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Tagged Clonakilty, Clonakilty Black Pudding, food, Glenilen Farm, Ireland, Irish Food, West Cork, West Cork Food
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Forget Lapland visit Ireland this Christmas!
No matter where you go in the world the magic of Christmas is alive and well and like most countries, Ireland has plenty of Christmas traditions to keep you entertained. Over the coming weeks we’ll keep you updated on the … Continue reading
Derry fourth in 2013 Lonely Planet Guide
Good news for Ireland for next year, not only will 2013 see the Irish Gathering in full force, but one of the islands key cities has been cited in Lonely Planets top ten list of cities worth visiting in 2013. … Continue reading