Music in Ireland – Crow Black Chicken

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Many of you ask us where to go for the best live Irish music and we are never short of suggestions. With so many talented Irish musicians all over the country, they are many styles and genres to choose from. If you’re looking for some blues based rock n’ roll, Crow Black Chicken are the band to see.

The band was formed in 2009 with singer and guitarist Christy O’Hanlon from Cork and Tipperary based Steven McGrath on bass and Gev Barrett on drums.  Over the years they have captivated audiences with their ability to incorporate country, rock and blues into one Continue reading →

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Dublin Web Summit wows visitors

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

This year’s Dublin Web Summit may only have been the fourth instalment of the event but it has now become regarded as among Europe’s leading technology conferences. The event attracts some of the worlds technology glitterati and power brokers who filled the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) event centre in Dublin.   Continue reading →

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Rugby Player Brian O’ Driscoll is named Ireland’s most admired Sports Star 2013

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Irish rugby hero Brian O’ Driscoll has been voted the most admired sports star of 2013 in Ireland. O’ Driscoll returned to the top spot in 2013 having topped the poll in four out of five years. O’ Driscoll lost out to Irish boxer Katie Taylor, who took the top spot in 2012 following her tremendous success. Taylor was named in second place for 2013 as the rugby star regained the top spot.  Continue reading →

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Good Evening the headlines: Anchorman 2 crew set to visit Dublin for next months premier

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The long awaited sequel to “The Anchorman” that 2004 cult comedy which featured the zany antics and iconic lines of San Diego’s top-rated fictional newsreader Ron Burgundy is almost upon us after almost 10 years of waiting. And as we await the return of more tonguetastic memorable quotes and “isms” from Ron Burgendy and co in its long awaited sequel ‘Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues’ premiering in December, the team have just released a special trailer for Irish audiences complete with a knowing and distinctively Irish twist. Continue reading →

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Beatlemania takes over the capital city!

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Marking the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles appearance in Ireland, Dublin plays host to the inaugural Beatles Festival today – 7th November.
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Former Irish Soccer Star and Manchester United Captain Roy Keane returns as Ireland’s Assistant Manager

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Former Irish soccer player Roy Keane has returned to Ireland as an assistant manager alongside Martin O’ Neill who has been appointed Manager.

Keane has had a colourful career filled with controversy but even his harshest critics will agree that he was a fantastic player and possibly one of the best Ireland has ever seen.  Continue reading →

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Seating Chaos to soon end for Ryanair passengers

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ryanair has promised to end the on-board scramble for seats from 1st February, with the introduction of seating allocation 24 hours before departure for all passengers  who have not paid to pick and reserve a seat.
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Johnny Depp and Cillian Murphy enjoy Sunday Lunch in Westmeath, Ireland

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Not everyone can saw they saw award winning actor Johnny Depp enjoying Sunday lunch – except for the people of Multyfarnham, Co Westmeath who were shocked yet thrilled to welcome the internationally famous actor to the village.

Famous Irish actor known for his roles in Batman, Inception and 28 Days Later  was also present at the lunch with acclaimed author JP Donleavy. It is believed the actors joined the author to discuss plans to work on bringing Donleavy’s classic ‘The Ginger Man’, to the big Continue reading →

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West of Ireland to become more connected thanks to new routes to Knock!

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ryanair have announced new routes to the West of Ireland, with three new services to be rolled out at Knock Airport, as well as additional flights to and from existing destinations.
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Spooky Tales at Irish Castle this Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

As tonight is Halloween night, this will be our last suggestion this year on how to spend the spooky night. Have you considered taking one of the ghost tours of Shankill Castle in Co. Kilkenny? The Castle was built in 1708 and steeped in colourful history. It is said that Halloween is when supernatural senses are heightened. Couple that with spending the evening at an old Irish Castle? Can’t get any spookier than that!  Continue reading →

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