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Something for the whole family at Savour Kilkenny Food Festival
Savour Kilkenny Food Festival, now in its 15th year, is thrilled to announce an exciting line-up of events and activities for the whole family. Taking place in Kilkenny city over the October bank holiday weekend from October 27th to October 30th, the festival promises a remarkable culinary journey and a weekend of indulgence, entertainment, and …
Ireland’s ‘Men of Jadotville’ to be honoured by Australia in Sydney
Tuesday, 24th. October, 2023 is international United Nations Day, celebrated worldwide On a recent visit to Kilkenny’s City Hall, at the invitation of Mayor Joe Malone, Commandant Leo Quinlan delivered an exhilarating talk on The siege of Jadotville in 1961. On the night, Mayor Malone said that the story of the heroes of Jadotville were …
‘Killing innocents cannot be justified as defence of the Israeli nation’
COMMENT Mediation must be impartial By MARIANNE HERON An Israeli father spoke bitterly of his five- year- old child, slain in the attack by Hamas when 1,400 were murdered. He was glad that she was dead rather than among the 200 people taken hostage and facing possible torture by Hamas. ”How could anyone do that …
Ryan’s Rocktoberfest Goes International
At Ryan’s, we’re well known for our commitment to showcasing diverse and exceptional musical talent and this October Bank holiday weekend is no different. On Thursday evening we’re thrilled to be joined by award-winning Irish American singer/songwriter John Francis O’Mara. Born in Harlem, New York, John spends most of his time on the road, performing, …
The Haunting of the John Locke Inn
BY JOHN FITZGERALD For almost three decades, the John Locke Inn on Callan’s Green Street achieved notoriety as one of the most haunted houses in Ireland. A number of ghosts, demons, and poltergeists appear to have taken a shine to it. From at least the early sixties, people calling to, or residing in, the building, …
Bedbugs, All Blacks and blotched and bruised!
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran So, while the Irish were battling bedbugs and the All Blacks in Paris yours truly was battling the ‘invisible enemy’ in the tourist resort of Nerja in Southern Spain. Nerja, population 25,000, is a charming little town about 30 miles from Malaga. My wife and I visited Nerja about 25 years …
Retirement: looking ahead with optimism
BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR Retirement is no longer seen as the end of a productive life but the start of something new. In this era of extended life expectancy and a desire for active, self-defined retirements, it’s crucial to prepare for this new chapter of life. Today’s retirees could enjoy two to three decades …
Dog owners invited to ‘Madra Monday’ with Singer Jake Carter and Leader Natural Dog Nutrition
Proceeds go to Husky Rescue Ireland As part of Savour Kilkenny Food Festival, singer Jake Carter is set to host a special event dedicated to your beloved canine companions. Taking place on Monday 30th October from 12-3pm at the Parade, Kilkenny, Madra Monday, brought to you by Leader Natural Dog Nutrition, promises to be a …
Is it time to resist the temptation of fashion?
AS I SEE IT MARIANNE HERON It was all very well when you had the 10 Commandments. You knew where you were with the ‘shalt nots’. But today it’s hard not to get caught up in a see-saw between wanting the things you might enjoy in life – like eating steak or taking a holiday …
