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AN ancient Irish tradition is being kept alive and well in Dublin today. Wren’s Day traditionally falls on the day after Christmas, which is known as St Stephen’s Day in Ireland. The tradition sees people dress up in old clothes and paint their faces while parading through the streets singing, dancing and playing traditional music. Mick Lacy taking part in the Wren Boys … [Read more...] about Ancient Wren’s day tradition kept alive in Ireland

A MAN has died following a collision in Co. Down on Christmas Eve. The driver was involved in a single vehicle collision on the Downpatrick Road in Ballynahinch at around 4.45pm on December 24. He died at the scene, the PSNI have confirmed. Inspector Cherith Adair, from the Collision Investigation Unit said: “Police received a report at approximately 4.45pm, that a car had been … [Read more...] about Man dies following Christmas Eve collision

AS the year draws to a close we review the stories that hit the headlines in 2024 through some of their most memorable quotes... Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill “Gaza is the graveyard for children, let it not be the graveyard for international law.” First Minister of Northern Ireland Michelle O’Neill speaking on the Andrew Marr Show on LBC. Cillian Murphy “I … [Read more...] about Review of 2024 – the year in quotes

TWO police officers were assaulted when they attempted to break up a mob riding scramblers in West Belfast on Christmas Day. The incident occurred at around 11am yesterday morning when officers were called to deal with anti-social behaviour in the Twinbrook area. "We received a number of reports of multiple scramblers being driven in the Bell Steele Road, Glenbawn and … [Read more...] about Two police officers assaulted in Christmas Day attack

IN 2024 we lost several notable figures — from international celebrities to some cherished members of our own community. We profile just a very few here... Hazel Allen — restaurateur Hazel Allen was a pillar of Irish hospitality, known for her dedication to Ballymaloe House, which she helped turn into a global culinary destination. She also authored books on food and service, … [Read more...] about A last farewell – famous Irish faces we lost in 2024