Presidential field takes shape as parties finalise their candidates

FORMER Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) president and Fine Gael MEP Seán Kelly has officially withdrawn his bid to become the party’s candidate in the upcoming Irish presidential election. Kelly’s decision comes just weeks after he publicly declared his interest in the nomination following Mairead McGuinness’s withdrawal due to health issues. In a statement, Kelly said that … [Read more...] about Presidential field takes shape as parties finalise their candidates

A NEW consortium that includes JB Gough, David Goldstein and Malachy Burke has purchased the Bray Wanderers. Previously, Cabinteely FC paid for 51% of the Carlisle Grounds-based team in 2021, and Tony Richardson was named chairperson following that. Bray Wanderers has indicated that Richardson will still be a partner, and the club's new leadership enjoys the outgoing owners' … [Read more...] about Bray Wanderers FC sold to a consortium

IRELANDS diaspora minister has begun a four-day visit to the United Arab Emirates where he will ... … [Read more...] about Diaspora Minister will meet Irish communities during four-day visit to United Arab Emirates

BRAM, Patrick and Fionnuala are among the Irish contributions that feature in the storm names for... … [Read more...] about Dracula creator Bram Stoker honoured among new Irish storm names

UKRAINIAN President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he is grateful for the support of the people o... … [Read more...] about President Zelenskyy ‘grateful’ for Taoiseach’s sympathy and support following call between leaders