Success for Ireland Talent at the BAFTAs

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland might not had been celebrating success at the Eurovision Song Contest, which took place on Saturday night in Azerbaijan and saw Jedward finish in the bottom half of the table and Sweden crowned Eurovision winners. But we were celebrating on Sunday night, as Irish talent won a host of prestigious BAFTAs at the ceremony in London.
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The Nice Weather has Returned!

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

The warm weather has returned to us here in Ireland we plan on making the most of it!! Picnics, sun-bathing, trips to the beach, ice creams in the sun and all the other things people take for granted in some of the more exotic places in the world, will be crammed into these few days as the rays are well and truly soaked up.

Forgive us for getting excited but it’s not often we can shout about the weather. 😉

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Ireland qualify for Eurovision Song Contest

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

It was the first of the Eurovision Song Contest Semi Finals in Azerbaijan last night and Ireland’s entry Jedward qualified singing the catchy up-tempo number Waterline.
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Irish Sport is Smiling

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This summer is shaping up to be a real thriller for Irish Sport as we have plenty to look forward to! We have the Olympics just across the water as well a place for Euro 2012 secured.

The European football championship will be hosted in Ukraine and Poland. Ireland secured a place at Euro 2012 last year and have been placed in Group C along with Spain, Italy and Croatia. The first match of the event takes place on June 8th as Poland takes on Greece at the National Stadium in Warsaw. Ireland’s first match is on Sunday June 10th, as Ireland takes on Croatia at the Stadion Miejski which is located in Poznań. The championship will finish up on July 1st where after weeks of matches, a winner will be determined. Continue reading →

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Summer Music Festivals in Ireland

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This summer there are many music festivals to be enjoyed up and down the country that have attracted some well known international acts to the bill!

With so much choice, there is sure to be something to suit everyone’s musical tastes this summer, and for dedicated music lovers, there is no better way to spend the summer than enjoying a feast of festivals whilst basking in the beauty of Ireland as you travel between each one!
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June Bank Holiday Weekend Music Festival attracts big names

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s Bank Holiday Weekend at the start of June always has an array of activities for all up and down the country. However one popular music event happening in the South East of Ireland and that is attracting big names from the music industry is Strawberry Fest 2012, which is a new take on one of Irelands longest established town festivals and will for the weekend of 1st -3rd June take over the town of Enniscorthy.

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Guns N’ Roses Return to Ireland

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Tonight Guns N’ Roses will once again take to the stage at the O2 in Dublin. May 17th  marks their fourth show in Ireland. Lead singer Axl Rose suffered an injury after his second show in Russia last Saturday night. The multi award winning band will be supported by Irish rock band Thin Lizzy.

A source close to the band said: “Axl needed medical attention for a nasty leg injury and was unable to fly with the rest of the band.” Rose will need to recover fast as the tour continues onwards to Nottingham, Liverpool, Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham and Manchester and London across the next two weeks.

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Heineken Cup will be coming to Ireland

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

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 5pm and all eyes from the world of rugby will be on Ireland’s teams: Leinster and Ulster. The final is a match that all players want to compete in, including Ireland and Leinster Centre Brian O’Driscoll who is adamant following recent injury he will take the field this Saturday.
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Ireland to host Euro 2020?

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

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 confirm they are bidding. UEFA’s official deadline is midnight at the end of Tuesday. UEFA president Michel Platini has stated that he would support Turkey’s bid but only if Istanbul failed in its bid to host the Olympics in the same year which is understandable. Continue reading →

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Live at the 02 Dublin: Barry Manilow

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

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 80 million records and has more than a staggering 40 Top 40 Hits to his name as well as many awards and career defining accolades.

Arguably some of his greats hits include “Mandy,” “It’s A Miracle,” “Could It Be Magic,” “I Write the Songs,” “Tryin’ To Get the Feeling Again,” “This One’s For You,” “Weekend In New England,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Can’t Smile Without You,” “Even Now,” and the Grammy Award-winning “Copacabana (At the Copa).” Continue reading →

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