Celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver to open restaurant in Dublin

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Dublin will soon get a new restaurant, as top celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to open a new Italian themed restaurant this autumn in Dundrum Town Centre, creating approximately 75 new jobs for local people to join their team of chefs and front of house staff.

Oliver, who opened the Taste of Dublin festival last weekend at Iveagh Gardens, has a great fondness for Dublin City, and his team are indentifying food suppliers and producers as they look to source lots of Irish produce for the new restaurant.
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Damien Duff’s 100th Ireland Cap

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

For Ireland there was very little to celebrate at Euro 2012 but despite losing the game and coming last in their group one of the players had something to celebrate – a personal milestone.

Damien Duff won his 100th cap for Ireland last night against the Italians. The Dublin born winger made his debut in 1998 against the Czech Republic alongside Robbie Keane and has 8 international goals to his name. Arguably, Duff’s talent has never been tested to the max on the world stage despite successful club football. However, Duff caught the world’s attention in 2002 thanks to his World Cup display in 2002 at Korea and Japan.

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Limerick Tag Rugby Festival Pig ‘N’ Porter 2012

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Pig ‘N’ Porter Festival in Limerick is a one day event that happens every July.

Now in its 11th Year and proudly sponsored once again by Heinz, the 2012 Pig ‘n’ Porter Festival in association with the Irish Tag Rugby Association (ITRA) will be hosted by Old Crescent RFC and take place in their grounds in Rosbrien, Limerick on Saturday 14th July.
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Become an Islander for a weekend with a trip to West Corks Islands

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Become an islander for a weekend on the 23rd and 24th June as the main islands of West Cork invite people of all ages to explore all that is on offer letting visitors during this weekend only avail of islander discounts on ferries and cable car (Dursey Island) transportation as well as special rates on accommodation.

The main islands of West Cork taking part in this scheme are Cape Clear Island, Heir Island, Sherkin Island, Long Island, Bere Island, Dursey Island, Whiddy Island and Garinish Island (the only one without accommodation). With each island having its own set of attractions from scenic sights to a historical sights and rich and exciting culture and nightlife there promises to be plenty of activities and events happening in all of the 8 islands for adults and families to partake over the 2 days. With a host of sights and attractions unique to each island not to mention a number of specially planned events and festival vibe going on throughout the eight islands involved, becoming an islander for a weekend promises to be a funpacked and relaxing experience. Continue reading →

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Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival in Bundoran in Donegal

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Surf history will again be made in Ireland as the return of the ASP Europe Speciality Surfing event festival happens later this month on 29th and 30th June and 1st July 2012 in Bundoran, County Donegal.

Firmly placing Ireland as one the world’s best surfing destinations  and with Ireland’s largest cash prize in surfing on offer, a music line up to rival any other festival and an abundance of activities to take part in, Sea Sessions 2012 looks set to be the year’s biggest beach party.
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New Airline Service Between USA and Ireland

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

United Airlines have been busy celebrating the announcement of their new USA to Ireland service. The new daily nonstop service between Washington and Dublin Airport will begin shortly.

The director of sales at United Airlines, Sharon Pierce claimed “Our launch of this service speaks volumes to our commitment to offer travelers in the Washington area more domestic and international service than any other airline.”

The flights will be facilitated by a Boeing 757-200 aircraft which features 169 regular seats, 16 flat-bed seats in United Business First Class and 153 in United Economy, including 45 Economy Plus seats. These will also have additional legroom with increased personal space. Continue reading →

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Westlife to take over Dublin and Cinemas worldwide

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Westlife, first topped the charts back in 1998 and have had a career spanning 14 years in the music industry. Their achievements include 10 sell out tours, 26 top ten hits, 14 UK number one singles, 11 top 5 albums, 7 of which reach number 1 and they have sold over 44 million albums around the world.

Later this month on 22nd and 23rd June, Westlife will perform live as part of their Farewell Tour in Croke Park, Dublin, supported by Special Guests The Wanted and Jedward.
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Euro 2012- Opening Game: Ireland Zero Points

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

It has been a tough opening match for the Irish team in their long awaited opening game in the Euros against Croatia. Ireland’s first match in the Euros since 1988, proved disastrous with Ireland suffering their first ever opening match loss in major tournaments and also putting an end to their 14 match unbeaten run. Despite a consolation goal from Sean St Ledger, the Irish team lost 3-1 to impressive Croatia who dominated a match that was at times very messy with some controversial rulings. Continue reading →

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Westport Festival County Mayo Ireland

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

On 23rd – 24th June in Westport House, Westport, County Mayo a music festival to rival any other will take place and will see more than 50 international and Irish acts play on 3 stages over just 2 days!

Acts include Ray Davies, The Waterboys, The Dubliners, Ryan Sheridan, The Undertones, Royseven, Beth Orton, Jools Holland, Seasick Steve, Imelda May, Alison Moyet, Hothouse Flowers, Macy Gray and many, many more.
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EURO 2012: Roy Keane believes Ireland has a good shot

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

In a telling interview, Irish veteran football player Roy Keane shared his thoughts on Ireland’s Euro 2012 chances. Keane believes it will be very difficult for Ireland to come out of their extremely tough group but he noted that Ireland were ‘not bad at set-pieces’ which means  ‘that may be their only hope.’ Continue reading →

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