Rocked by the news of a “midlands lockdown”, enforced due to a rise in the number of Covid-19 cases being reported in the area, hospitality businesses in Offaly, Laois and Kildare have had to close their doors to the public once more. Parker’s Restaurant in Roscrea has extended the hand of friendship to other businesses […]

6 years ago

If being on the show has always been your dream then listen up, as the Toy Show is already on the hunt for performers to take part in this year’s festivities. Promising that viewers are in for “arguably the most remarkable Toy Show” that RTÉ has ever put together, host Ryan Tubridy has already confirmed […]

6 years ago

Face coverings must be worn while in shops, shopping centres and other public indoor areas as of today. The decision, announced by government earlier last month, will be implemented in the same way it was on public transport. A mandatory requirement in many different situations, as of today, face coverings must now be worn in […]

6 years ago

The Eurovision Song Contest will soon become The American Song Contest as the competition is due to head stateside next year for its first run in the USA. According to a post on the official Eurovision Song Contest website, Europe’s favourite singing competition will make the journey across the waters to America where The American […]

6 years ago

Staff at Fota Wildlife Park have welcomed some more adorable cheetah cubs, just over a month after announcing the arrival of three others. All Northern Cheetahs, the new cubs were born to mother Nimpy and father Sam. The cubs’ mother Nimpy is 10 years old and was born in France, while Same is four years old […]

6 years ago

Make hay while the sun shines. That’s how the saying goes, but there are actually plenty of other ways to enjoy that good summer sun would you believe. Irish weather is unpredictable at the best of times, but that only makes us appreciate the break in the rain all the more. No doubt you’re all […]

6 years ago

Counties Kildare, Laois and Offaly have noted a surge in cases in recent days leading experts to say that a “midlands lockdown” could be a possibility if the trend continues. The Government has issued special health advice for those living in midland areas such as Kildare, Laois and Offaly following a surge in the number […]

6 years ago

Stargazers are in for a treat as Irish skies are set to be lit up by a magical meteor shower early next week. There’s something extremely calming about watching the night sky, makes you realise just how small you are in the grand scheme of things – something that never fails to comfort me when […]

6 years ago

The new Rolling Stones video starring Paul Mescal is finally here and he’s proved that it’s more than just sing and act he can do. Earlier last week it was revealed that legendary rockers The Rolling Stones had recruited man of the moment Paul Mescal to star in their upcoming music video. Releasing a deluxe […]

6 years ago

2020: year of the staycation… year of a lot of other things as well but let’s not go there. With all eyes on Ireland, everyone is trying to figure out where best suits their needs in terms of a holiday this year – something that varies from person to person. Some prefer active adventures, some […]

6 years ago

An actual, in-real-life gig? *Insert heart-eyes emoji here.* Part of the Galway Summer Garden series, this week’s Róisín Dubh open mic night will take the form of an outdoor gig in Salthill. Featuring an impressive lineup of Galway talent, amongst this evening’s performers you’ll find the likes of John Martin Tierney, Sinéad Ann, Tracy Bruen, Jack. […]

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A new art museum and cultural heritage site has opened in Kilkenny this morning. Housed in Evans’ Home on John’s Quay, Butler Gallery has made the move there from its previous location at Kilkenny Castle. Part of a €6million redevelopment project of the historic site, it’s described as a “significant new tourist offering for Ireland’s […]

6 years ago

No sign of their famous trad sessions to return just yet but here’s hoping they’ll be back very, very soon. Pizza Napoli and Tig Choili – two Galway greats, and two that you can now enjoy at the same time. Yes, Tig Choili has teamed up with the guys at Pizza Napoli to allow them […]

6 years ago

One diner shared a photo of the menu from an Antrim restaurant, and you could say that its sparse description leaves much to the imagination. Going out to eat is one of life’s greatest pleasures… at any time, but especially of late when the whole thing is considered to be that much more of a […]

6 years ago

One of the most popular sitcoms of its time, Bryan Cranston has confirmed that the cast of Malcolm in the Middle will reunite this week. Yes, no, maybe. I don’t know… can you repeat the question? If you’re not humming the Malcolm in the Middle theme song in your head right now, then we had […]

6 years ago

Already a very trying time for those working in the hospitality industry, the news that restaurants and pubs that serve food must now close at 11pm is a further blow to business owners struggling to stay afloat. Lamenting the decision online, local Galway restaurateur JP McMahon tweeted to say: “Shocking news today from Government who […]

6 years ago

Center Parcs Ireland, located down in Co Longford, has welcomed over 140,000 guests since opening last summer. A much-anticipated addition to the local area, Center Parcs has been drawing crowds to Co Longford since opening in summer 2019. Recording incredible visitor numbers sine opening, staff have welcomed over 140,000 guests during the park’s first year […]

6 years ago

The Galway International Arts Festival may not be going ahead as planned this summer but organisers have been hard at work trying to come up with an alternative schedule of events for this Autumn. Due to take place from September to October, the Autumn edition of the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF) will feature a […]

6 years ago

News broke that SDLP leader and Nobel Laureate John Hume had passed away this morning. Confirmed by a statement from John’s family, tributes have been pouring in for the former politician all day. Viewers are advised that there will be a specially extended edition of tonight’s RTÉ Six One News dedicated to John Hume. Taking […]

6 years ago

Replying to a tweet shared by a Dublin city restaurant, one Twitter user down in Cork said that the Rebel County is “buzzing with people”. “It’s crazy. I’m in Cork city right now and it is buzzing with people. The city centre is so busy with people out and about. Some streets have been pedestrianised […]

6 years ago

President Michael D Higgins released a statement paying tribute to the late John Hume this morning. Describing him as an apostle and seeker of peace, he said that “we are all grieving in this difficult year”. “All of those who sought and worked for peace on our island of Ireland, and in the hearts of […]

6 years ago

Former SDLP leader and Nobel Laureate John Hume has passed away at the age of 83. One of the driving forces behind the Northern Ireland peace process, he’s one of the most important figures in Ireland’s political history. Committed to achieving Irish unity by peaceful means, Mr Hume was the co-recipient of the 1998 Nobel […]

6 years ago

Former Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) leader John Hume has passed away at the age of 83. A Nobel Laureate, John Hume was awarded the prestigious accolade for his part in helping to forge the Good Friday Agreement and for his commitment to the pursuit of Irish unity by peaceful means. In ill health […]

6 years ago

Wildlands is a new adventure centre in Moycullen Galway. Set to open later this week, it offers adventure, accommodation and food. With the vast majority of Irish people looking towards staycations this year, a trip out wesht is just what the doctor ordered. Finding new and fun things to do – be that with friends […]

6 years ago

Galway is getting an upgrade in the form of additional outdoor seating – news that has been very welcomed by local business owners who have been asking for more space since reopening their doors for dine-in service in recent weeks. Like many other towns across Ireland and the wider world, Galway is looking to outdoor […]

6 years ago

A sign spotted outside a local restaurant in Skibbereen down in Co Cork has resonated with passersby who have described it as an apt summary of what the current situation is really like for business owners in the hospitality industry. Shared on Twitter by Richard Grogan, the photo was spotted outside Annie May’s restaurant in […]

6 years ago

Is Greg O’Shea starting beef with his former Love Island flame? Some seem to think so and judging by his recent Twitter activity, it’s probably not the most out-there claim. Love Island fans were LIVING for the drama on Twitter last night when they spotted a frosty online exchange between two of the show’s former […]

6 years ago

Paul Mescal is set to star in a new Rolling Stones music video. Moves like… Mescal? Paul Mescal is one busy bee. The Kildare man has scarcely had a minute to himself since skyrocketing to international fame following his Normal People debut. Between magazine shoots, podcast interviews, live performances and you know, general life admin, […]

6 years ago

Unhinged is the first BIG(ish) cinema release since the lockdown began and Rory Cashin is here to give you the lowdown… For the first half-hour or so, you’ll be asking yourself one question over and over again while watching this movie: “Russell Crowe, what are you doing in this??” The Oscar-winner was a bit of […]

6 years ago

People have nothing but love for Dermot Kennedy and Paul Mescal after last night’s live gig in the Natural History Museum over in London. Dermot Kennedy performed in the Natural History Museum in London last night. Joined by special guest and man of the hour Paul Mescal, the gig went down a treat with audiences […]

6 years ago

Pálás Cinema is giving away free popcorn all weekend and if that’s not a reason to lock in your next cinema date then I don’t know what is. Usually, the Bank Holiday brings to mind images of sunny drinks down by Sparch. But let’s be realistic here, this is Ireland and the weather can only […]

6 years ago

I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here will officially go ahead later this year. In somewhat unexpected news (let’s be honest, none of us really thought it would get the green light did we?), I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here has been given the go-ahead for 2020. According to ITV, the popular […]

6 years ago

Connell Waldron and Wolverine – the friendship duo no one expected but one we ship all the same. Paul Mescal is probably one of the most in-demand men on the planet right now. Everyone wants a piece of the Kildare actor following his meteoric rise to fame as Connell Waldron on Normal People. Recently named […]

6 years ago

The Argos catalogue is soon to be no more. Argos has confirmed that it will stop printing its iconic catalogue in a bid to move with the times and cater to customers’ changing ways of shopping. Skimming through the Argos catalogue, circling all the things you want is somewhat of a coming-of-age Irish tradition, isn’t […]

6 years ago

The Kingdom has been experiencing some wet weather and flash flooding as of late, with parts of Kenmare being pictured submerged under pools of water due to heavy overnight rainfall. Met Éireann issued a weather warning for Co. Kerry earlier this week, predicting that heavy rainfall, flash flooding and hazardous driving conditions were on the […]

6 years ago

Brendan Gleeson will take on the role of Donald Trump in upcoming TV drama The Comey Rule. Irish actor Brendan Gleeson will have his work cut out for him with his next role, stepping up to the plate as Donald Trump in The Comey Rule. Set to play the President of the United States in […]

6 years ago

Forced to cancel all upcoming gigs and album promotions, The Coronas have come up with a new plan that will still let them hit the road this summer… in an ice-cream van no less. Yes, really. Taking to Facebook to explain the idea, the guys wrote: “When we realised that we weren’t going to be […]

6 years ago

Going to Pizza Napoli is a post-night out tradition when in Galway and now you have three venues to choose from. Best. News. Ever. Pizza Napoli (or Pizza Nap as locals often so fondly refer to them… be that out of genuine grá for the place or just plain laziness, I couldn’t say for sure) […]

6 years ago

Christmas is cancelled… or at least it certainly feels that way for locals down in Cork, who today learned that the annual pantomime at The Everyman will not go ahead this year. Updating the public on what’s to come, the team at The Everyman made the announcement that the 2020 pantomime will not go ahead […]

6 years ago

Cork City Council has unveiled plans for the creation of 14 new ‘people-friendly’ streets around the city today. Part of a series of transformative initiatives to make the city more amenable to pedestrians and cyclists, Cork City Council (CCC) has today unveiled new measures that will see the creation of 14 new ‘people-friendly’ streets across […]

6 years ago

Irish Twitter is up in arms after fans noticed a number of UK media outlets describing Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott as ‘British’. This comes in the wake of the Emmy Award nominations yesterday for which both Paul and Andrew have been nominated. A number of media outlets over in the UK have sparked rage […]

6 years ago

The Emmy Award nominations were announced yesterday with it being revealed that Normal People is in the running for not one, not two, not three… but FOUR different awards. Paul Mescal received some fairly big news yesterday when the Emmy Award nominations were revealed.  Nominated in the Outstanding Lead Actor in A Limited Series category, […]

6 years ago

Fans across the country, and indeed the world, were united in grief upon hearing of Jack Charlton’s passing with friends, family and all those who knew him sharing some of their fondest memories of him in his honour. Pat Charlton, the wife of legendary Ireland manager Jack Charlton, has thanked Irish fans for their support […]

6 years ago

Met Éireann has issued a weather warning for Co Kerry, with heavy rainfall, spot flooding and hazardous driving conditions expected. In place from 7am tomorrow morning until 7am on Thursday, according to the national broadcaster: “Heavy rainfall will bring 35 to 50 mm of rain with higher amounts possible in mountainous areas. Spot flooding, poor visibility […]

6 years ago

Galway city would usually be hopping this time of year, packed full of race-goers, holidaymakers and locals all enjoying the nightlife and pub scene. Things aren’t quite the same this year though, with annual traditions put on hold amid ongoing Covid-19 precautions. A prime example being the Galway Races which got underway on Monday afternoon. […]

6 years ago

The Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced free entry into a number of Irish heritage sites for the remainder of this year. Effective as of yesterday, entry into some of the country’s top heritage sites has been made free for all. Part of the Government’s July Stimulus plan, the measure took effect as of […]

6 years ago

Fota Wildlife Park has welcomed some new arrivals – two new critically endangered lemur babies to be precise. Born to mother Cloud, the black and white ruffed lemurs were born back in early June. Classed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), there are fewer than 250 of their kind […]

6 years ago

First, it was rumoured that he’s dating American singer Phoebe Bridgers… now we hear he’s joined an exclusive celebrity dating app. Hard to keep up. Paul Mescal is arguably one of the world’s most eligible bachelors at the moment with everyone and their mother proclaiming that they’re “a little bit in love with him” after […]

6 years ago

The Young Offenders director, Peter Foott, will make his Disney+ debut very soon, thanks to a new movie Halloween movie in the pipeline. Peter Foott, the director behind uber-popular Irish series The Young Offenders, is set to take on a new project with Disney+. Unsurprising given the success of his other work. According to the […]

6 years ago

We’re almost at the end of plastic-free July which means that many of us may be paying extra attention to how eco-friendly we’re being. Not an easy task in the modern world where a lot of things seem to go against what is good for the planet. But there are a few ways we can all […]

6 years ago