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THE Co. Mayo farmer Padraig Nally, who came to prominence 20 years ago when he shot an intruder at his farm, has died. The 81-year-old shot John 'Frog' Ward at his farm near the village of Cross in October 2004. He was initially jailed for six years for the manslaughter of Mr Ward, who sustained fatal injuries when he was confronted on the property in October 2004. Mr Nally … [Read more...] about Death of farmer who made national news after shooting dead an intruder on his farm

Belfast court jails 89-year-old in sexual abuse cases after long PSNI investigation PAUL DUNLEAVY, a Christian Brother and former school principal, was sentenced in Belfast last week to 10 years imprisonment, after being found guilty of 36 non-recent sexual abuse offences relating to nine victims. The sentence will begin in May 2026 at the conclusion of his current sentence for … [Read more...] about Christian Brother sentenced to further 10 years

A study developed by Sheffield Hallam University's Sport Industry Research Group, with assistance from Manchester Metropolitan University and Ulster University, has found that the societal impact of the GAA on Ireland is valued at €2.87 billion. The report set out the economic impact across 32 counties and 1,600 volunteer-led clubs in Ireland. The GAA, LGFA, and Camogie … [Read more...] about Landmark study finds GAA’s value to Irish society is worth €2.87 billion 

Ireland's Cian Healy admits that he is not motivated by individual achievements like becoming the country's record cap holder. Instead, he is driven more by team success and trophies. The Dubliner broke Brian O'Driscoll's long-standing cap record against Australia on Sunday by featuring for the 134th time. The Aviva Stadium crowd gave the Leinster and Ireland legend a huge roar … [Read more...] about Healy driven by sucess and trophies, not record caps

The London Irish Centre has launched a fundraising appeal to tackle isolation and poverty in the Irish community. The appeal will be launched on this Giving Tuesday, a recognised day of global giving where people are encouraged to support a good cause in the aftermath of Black Friday. As well as being a hub for the celebration of Irish culture, thousands of people visit the … [Read more...] about London Irish Centre launches Giving Tuesday