THE TWELFTH of July stands unmistakably for one major event in Irish history. The date is traditionally associated with the Battle of the Boyne, at which William III defeated the forces of the deposed King James II in 1690. Less widely known is that the same date two hundred years ago marked the completion of a UK General Election which had considerable implications for … [Read more...] about The other story of the Twelfth
Three islands, a world apart
THREE of Ireland’s inhabited islands are in Roaringwater Bay in West Cork: Heir, Sherkin and Cape Clear. For some, the islands are where they were born and brought up. For others, they are an escape. And then there are those who move to an island to do something they have always dreamed about. One such person is John Desmond. He was born in Dublin and trained to be a chef at … [Read more...] about Three islands, a world apart
Donald Trump set to meet Taoiseach and President Connolly during visit to Ireland
PRESDIENT Donald Trump is expected to meet President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheal Martin when he visits Ireland next week. The US leader is due to fly into Dublin early on Saturday, September 12 before heading for meetings with the Irish President and the Taoiseach. His full itinerary has yet to be confirmed but he is expected to spend the night at his Doonbeg golf … [Read more...] about Donald Trump set to meet Taoiseach and President Connolly during visit to Ireland
Remarkable Irish nun who spent decades caring for Ethiopian famine victims laid to rest in London
THE funeral has taken place for an Irish missionary nun who spent years working in Ethiopia at the height of the famine. Galway native Sister Margaret Coyne died in Southport on August 15 at the age of 90. One of seven siblings, she was born into a farming household in Cloonrane to parents Mary and John Coyne. She is predeceased by her brothers Fr Pat Coyne and Colum Coyne, and … [Read more...] about Remarkable Irish nun who spent decades caring for Ethiopian famine victims laid to rest in London
Helmets and hi-vis jackets mandatory for all e-scooter riders in Ireland
NEW regulations regarding the use of e-scooters in Ireland will come into effect tomorrow. Electric scooter riders must wear helmets and high-visibility clothing from September 4, under new guidelines agreed by the Government in July of this year. Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien has welcomed the new road safety mandate. “Road safety is a priority for me, my Department and … [Read more...] about Helmets and hi-vis jackets mandatory for all e-scooter riders in Ireland