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‘Rustic chic’ restaurant in Cork earns first Michelin mention

November 28, 2024 by

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

November 28, 2024 by

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

Brighton boss Hurzeler quashes rumours that Evan Ferguson could be sent on loan

November 28, 2024 by

Brighton & Hove Albion boss Fabian Hurzeler has stated that he is not aware of any plans to send Evan Ferguson out on loan this January. A report this week from the Telegraph said, "Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson is available on loan this January, with the very promising Republic of Ireland international currently unable to get game time under new manager … [Read more...] about Brighton boss Hurzeler quashes rumours that Evan Ferguson could be sent on loan

Violent home invader who targeted old and vulnerable is jailed for more than 20 years

November 27, 2024 by

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

€400,000 and 23 vehicles seized in Dublin as part of investigation into drug gang

November 27, 2024 by

A SEARCH operation in west Dublin today saw the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) seize 23 vehicles and €400,000 in cash and frozen funds. The search was part of an ongoing CAB investigation into targets linked to a Dublin-based organised crime group. The gang are involved in the trafficking of controlled drugs in the West Division of the Dublin Metropolitan Region (DMR). The search … [Read more...] about €400,000 and 23 vehicles seized in Dublin as part of investigation into drug gang

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June 12, 2003

Legendary actor and Oscar winner Gregory Peck died on this day in 2003. Peck, who’s grandmother Catherine Ashe came from Dingle, studied at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York and debuted in his first Broadway show The Morning Star after graduation. His role in The Keys of the Kingdom in 1944 won him an Academy Award nomination. He became well known for his rugged screen presence and was often cast as the hero, especially in westerns. He starred opposite Audrey Hepburn in her first film Roman Holiday. Peck finally won the Oscar for his role as Atticus Finch in 1962’s To Kill a Mockingbird.

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