Book of condolences to open for Galway singer Dolores Keane

A BOOK of condolences will open tomorrow at the offices of Galway County Council following the death of Dolores Keane. The renowned folk singer, who was a native of Caherlistrane, died this week at her Co. Galway home. The 72-year-old, who was a founding member of the De Dannan group, is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in Irish traditional and folk … [Read more...] about Book of condolences to open for Galway singer Dolores Keane

A PEDESTRIAN was left with serious injuries after being struck by a car in Co. Tipperary. The young man, aged in his 20s, was involved in the collision on the Clonmel Road in Cashel at around 11pm on March 15. The pedestrian is being treated at Cork University Hospital He was taken to Cork University Hospital where he is being treated for injuries described by Gardaí as … [Read more...] about Witness appeal after pedestrian seriously injured in Tipperary collision

VOGUE WILLIAMS is ready to take her place as the Grand Marshal for the St Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin. The annual event gets underway in the capital this afternoon, and London-based Williams is in town to lead proceedings. The Dublin-born star, a podcaster and television presenter, was described by the parade organisers as “a figure who embodies the spirit of contemporary … [Read more...] about Vogue Williams ready for action as Dublin St Patrick’s Parade set to get underway

A BAN on the sale of Irish salmon in the US has been lifted it was confirmed this week. All exports of Irish farmed salmon and common spiny lobster to the United States were banned as of January 1, 2026. The ban followed a ruling made by the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) due to a reported failure to meet regulatory standards. Yesterday the … [Read more...] about US markets reopen for sale of Irish salmon

TÁNAISTE Simon Harris and Chancellor Rachel Reeves have “reaffirmed” relations between Britain and Ireland ahead of St Patrick’s Day. The pair met in London yesterday while the Tánaiste is in the city for the St Patrick’s week celebrations. They “held a warm and constructive meeting” a spokesperson for Mr Harris’ department said. Tánaiste Simon Harris and Chancellor Rachel … [Read more...] about Tánaiste and Chancellor hold ‘constructive’ meeting in London