THE REMAINS of a further 22 infants have been discovered at the site of a former mother and baby home in Tuam, Co. Galway. It brings to 99 the total number of remains of infants unearthed at the site, which was operated as a home by the Catholic order, the Bon Secours Sisters, from 1925 until 1961. The remains discovered during the most recent period of excavation were found in … [Read more...] about Remains of a further 22 infants discovered at former Tuam mother and baby home in Co. Galway
Man appears in court in connection with alleged knife attack on woman in Co. Waterford church
A MAN has appeared in court in connection with an alleged knife attack on a woman at a church in Co. Waterford. Niall Cummins, aged 36, of 34 The Willows, Clarinwood, Tramore appeared at Waterford District Court today. He was charged with assault causing harm and possession of a knife following Tuesday morning's incident at Holy Cross Church in Tramore. The woman, aged in her … [Read more...] about Man appears in court in connection with alleged knife attack on woman in Co. Waterford church
The homecoming many thought they’d never make
FOR thousands of Irish people who left to build a life in Britain, the pull of Ireland never truly fades, but for some older emigrants in London, returning home is no longer as simple as booking a flight. That is where the Kerry Emigrant Support Group steps in. Founded in 1992, the charity has spent over 30 years supporting Irish emigrants, especially with their annual … [Read more...] about The homecoming many thought they’d never make
Trad musicians perform at Áras an Uachtaráin as Fleadh countdown begins
TRADITIONAL Irish musicians and dancers were in Dublin over the weekend to give a special performance for President Catherine Connolly. The event was held to mark the countdown to the opening of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026, which will be held in Belfast from August 2 to 9. Some of the artists in action on the day (Pics: Maxwell Photography) The reception brought together key … [Read more...] about Trad musicians perform at Áras an Uachtaráin as Fleadh countdown begins
Chris Bryant appointed new Northern Ireland Secretary as PM confirms new cabinet
SIR Chris Bryant has been made Northern Ireland Secretary in Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s newly appointed cabinet. The MP for the Rhondda and Ogmore constituency in Wales replaces outgoing NI Secretary Hilary Benn who had held the role since 2024. In a statement issued last night, Mr Benn offered his support for Mr Bryant while adding that it had been a “great privilege” to … [Read more...] about Chris Bryant appointed new Northern Ireland Secretary as PM confirms new cabinet