Wales boss Rhian Wilkinson has claimed that her side has no reason to fear Eileen Gleeson's Ireland team ahead of their first leg of the play-off final tie in Cardiff tomorrow. The sides will meet for a potential place in Switzerland next summer, with a win for either over the two legs having very different implications for both. For Wales, it means their first-ever major … [Read more...] about Wales boss not ‘fearful’ of Ireland ahead of play-off final qualifying tie
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‘Rustic chic’ restaurant in Cork earns first Michelin mention
A CORK restaurant where the chefs deliver dinner to their diners has been named in the Michelin guide for the first time. Rare at The Blue Haven in Kinsale has won a coveted spot in the Michelin Guide - Great Britain & Ireland, it was announced this week. The restaurant is one of three Irish additions to the annual guide, which is released each February but also sees its … [Read more...] about ‘Rustic chic’ restaurant in Cork earns first Michelin mention
Rolex watch and designer handbags up for grabs as Gardaí auction off seized criminal assets
AN online auction of goods seized by Gardaí from criminals in Ireland gets underway tomorrow. The Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) has listed over 130 seized assets for sale with the Dublin headquartered Wilson’s Auctions. A Rolex watch is among the auction items The largest independent auction company in Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the firm is a leading … [Read more...] about Rolex watch and designer handbags up for grabs as Gardaí auction off seized criminal assets
Ireland’s Saoirse Noonan on life at Celtic ‘It’s kind of like a pinch-me moment’
Anyone who is familiar with Scottish football will know about the strong connection that exists between Ireland and Celtic Football Club. To this day, the logo is a green clover, a clear mark of the pride the club has for its Irish heritage. In recent years, Celtic’s women’s team has seen an influx of Irish internationals rise to unprecedented heights. In May 2022, 20-year-old … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Saoirse Noonan on life at Celtic ‘It’s kind of like a pinch-me moment’
Violent home invader who targeted old and vulnerable is jailed for more than 20 years
A VIOLENT criminal who barged his way into the homes of multiple victims before robbing and assaulting them has been jailed for more than 20 years. Martin McDonagh repeatedly targeted older, more vulnerable victims and on one occasion a woman living alone with her children. Each of the homeowners he targeted was threatened with weapons while he ransacked their properties. At … [Read more...] about Violent home invader who targeted old and vulnerable is jailed for more than 20 years