IRISH actress Philippa Dunne is to appear in a spin-off of hit BBC sitcom Motherland. Dunne will reprise her role as over-protective Irish mum Anne Flynn, the long-suffering friend of Amanda, played by Lucy Punch. As well as being familiar to fans of Motherland, Dunne also had a recurring role in Derry Girls as Clare Devlin's mother Geraldine and last year appeared in the BBC's … [Read more...] about Irish actress Philippa Dunne to star in spin-off of hit BBC sitcom Motherland
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Christmas comes early as Santa delivers Premiership trophy to champions Celtic
AN UNLIKELY figure delivered the Premiership trophy to Celtic on Saturday after the Hoops sealed a third title in a row. With summer just around the corner, Glasgow was bathed in sunshine as Celtic ran out 3-2 winners against St Mirren on the final day of the league season. However, despite the beautiful weather, it was someone more used to the snowy environs of the North Pole … [Read more...] about Christmas comes early as Santa delivers Premiership trophy to champions Celtic
More than £2m worth of suspected cannabis seized in Co. Tyrone
TWO men have been arrested after more than £2m worth of suspected cannabis was seized during searches in Co. Tyrone. The discovery was made on Saturday morning at properties in the Cookstown and Coalisland areas. A spokesperson for the PSNI said the seizure had 'dealt a significant blow' to those behind the supply of drugs in the region. "Officers carried out searches under the … [Read more...] about More than £2m worth of suspected cannabis seized in Co. Tyrone
Tributes paid after businessman Tony O’Reilly passes away following short illness
TRIBUTES have been paid to businessman, philanthropist and sportsman Tony O'Reilly, who passed away on Saturday following a short illness. O'Reilly, 88, a former chairman of US food company Heinz and CEO of Independent News & Media (INM), made 29 appearances for the Ireland rugby team. In a statement, Taoiseach Simon Harris described O'Reilly as 'a trailblazer who aimed big … [Read more...] about Tributes paid after businessman Tony O’Reilly passes away following short illness
McEntee condemns ‘abhorrent’ attacks on gardaí as those who died in line of duty are remembered
HELEN McENTEE has condemned attacks on gardaí after claiming the force is having to deal with new challenges in Irish society. The Minister for Justice was speaking at Saturday's Garda Memorial Day, which honoured the 89 gardaí who have died in the service of the State. Joined by Garda Commissioner Drew Harris and PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher, Ms McEntee described attacks … [Read more...] about McEntee condemns ‘abhorrent’ attacks on gardaí as those who died in line of duty are remembered