Working to help end hygiene poverty, volunteers have said that the demand for services offered by The Hygiene Bank has increased dramatically since the onset of the first lockdown in early March. A community initiative giving hygiene and personal care products to those in need, The Hygiene Bank Ireland has just launched its new ‘it’s […]

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The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has recalled a a snack food sold in Aldi stores due to the the presence of the pesticide ethylene oxide. In a statement, the FSAI said that ‘all batches of Snackrite Savoury Snack Mix (pictured below) are being recalled due to the presence of the pesticide ethylene oxide […]

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Today marks the one year anniversary of Gay Byrne’s death. One of the greats of Irish broadcasting, he passed away peacefully at his home last November.  Often fondly referred to as Uncle Gay, tributes have been pouring in for former RTÉ presenter Gay Byrne all morning, with a host of well-known faces sharing their most […]

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They are called Percymas Pies and we would like to try one right this very second, thank you very much. Okay, here is the thing. We love mince pies. They are synonymous with Christmas and they are great. Fresh out of the box, or heated up with custard or ice cream or what have you. […]

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Gardaí have issued a warning after an elderly lady was pressurised into paying for 12 chainsaws, 11 generators, seven power washer and assorted tools which she had no use for. Two men have appeared in court in relation to the bogus house call after they turned up uninvited at the lady’s home in West Cork. […]

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The grants to venues, promoters and producers range from €10,000 to €400,000. A total of 58 recipient have been announced to be part of the €5 million Live Performance Support Scheme, created to assist commercial venues, producers and promoters to plan live performances across the country over the coming months. Catherine Martin TD, Minister for […]

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Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan has said that it is currently too early to offer advice to people who plan on returning to Ireland for Christmas. Speaking today at the Oireachtas Transport Committee, Dr. Holohan said that “a whole lot of factors that are simply unknowable at this time,” when speaking about the possibility […]

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Separately, Pfizer have announced the creation of 300 new jobs in three counties in Ireland. While many sectors of Irish businesses are still feeling the squeeze or complete shutdown in light of the Level 5 restrictions that will remain in place until at least Tuesday, December 1, there is some good news on the employment […]

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The new show from the creator of Grey’s Anatomy and How To Get Away With Murder arrives soon… We always knew that Nicola Coughlan would be snapped up by Hollywood sooner rather than later. After she exploded into our lives as Clare in Derry Girls, it was only going to be a matter of time, […]

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The Coronas have something very special up their sleeves for December, asking fans to help them out and get involved in the project. The Halloween decorations have barely just been packed away for another year but people have already set their sights on December 25th. While usually, I would argue that November is still a […]

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Another Friday night has almost rolled around and we’ll be spending this one much like every other night this week… wrapped up on the couch, with remote control in hand. Set to welcome a host of different well-known celebs, this week’s Late Late show will see Tubs catch up with Phillip Schofield, Cat Deeley and […]

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Netflix have also revealed all of the new series we’ll be binging through the month. Once Halloween has passed, then we’re officially into Christmas season, especially this year. We all need the warmth and comfort of a good Christmas movie, and Netflix will begin supplying them sooner rather than later! We have previously given a […]

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