One Of Ireland’s Largest Dioceses Launches Vocations Initiative
The Diocese of Killaloe is undertaking a year-long initiative to encourage men to consider joining the priesthood.
Michael Cusack Day celebrations in County Clare
The final event of ‘Cusack 175’, a yearlong programme of events marking the 175th anniversary of the birth of Michael Cusack, will be held at birthplace of the founder of the GAA in Carron, County Clare, this Sunday from midday to 4.00pm.
Taoiseach and Minister Humphreys officially open the redeveloped and expanded Foynes Flying Boat and Maritime Museum
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, have today (Thursday, 14th September 2023) officially opened a €5 million redevelopment of the world’s largest flying boat museum and the home of Irish coffee in Foynes, County Limerick.
IFA members to step up protests over nitrates rules
More than 300 farmers are today staging a protest outside the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party think-in in County Tipperary over proposed changes to a nitrates derogation and plans to hold further protests at this week’s Fine Gael meeting in Limerick and at the National Ploughing Championships.
Traditional Harvest Day Makes Long Awaited Return To Bunratty
Ireland’s agricultural heritage and the Fair Days of the 19th century will be brought to life when ‘Traditional Harvest Day’ returns for the first time since 2017 at Bunratty Folk Park this Sunday (September 17th).
IFA Presidential Candidate Vows To Protect Irish Food Production
One of two candidates for the Presidency of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) has criticised environmentalists for their “incessant and unfair vilification” of farmers in Ireland and for ignoring the important role they play in food production and protecting the environment.
Medieval Knights Ride Into Bunratty For Inaugural Grand Medieval Tournament
Medieval archery contests, mounted swordsmanship and jousting will be showcased during the inaugural Grand Medieval Tournament at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in County Clare this coming Saturday and Sunday.
Urgent Action Needed To Avoid Damaging Historic Irish Stone Buildings
The preservation of historic stone buildings across Ireland is under threat unless urgent and efficient action is taken to develop standards of procurement, training and apprenticeships, a daylong conference taking place in County Clare this week will hear.
University Concert Hall Marks Landmark Anniversary
The Mid-West Region’s premier live entertainment and cultural venue, University Concert Hall (UCH) celebrates its 30th anniversary this month with performances from two of Ireland’s most prestigious orchestras.
Public Information Evening On The Failte Ireland Supported Strategy For The Cliffs Of Moher
A public Information evening offering members of the community the opportunity to hear directly from key personnel involved in the development of the Cliffs of Moher Strategy 2040 will be held at the Falls Hotel in Ennistymon on Wednesday, 20th September at 6.30pm.