Category Archives: Ireland

Heineken Cup will be coming to Ireland

This Saturday is the Heineken Cup final, which takes place this year in Twickenham Stadium in London and will see two Irish Rugby Team’s battle it out for the honour to be Heineken Cup Final Winners. Kick off is at … Continue reading

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Ireland to host Euro 2020?

It has been said that Scotland and Wales are considering putting in a bid to host Euro 2020. If it passes, this bid will involve the Republic of Ireland as well. At this point only Turkey has come forward to … Continue reading

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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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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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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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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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Irish President Michael D Higgins heads to US for first official visit.

Irish President Michael D Higgins will arrive in America today for his first official visit. Upon his arrival in New York, President Higgins will be met by Noel Kilkenny, the Consul General of Ireland to New York and Michael Collins, … Continue reading

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A break away to Ireland this St Patricks Day Weekend

St Patricks Day is celebrated all over the world and with this year the day falling over the weekend, what better excuse than to book yourself a vacation in Ireland and head to the home of St Patrick to enjoy … Continue reading

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