4+ hour, 28+ min ago   (973+ words) Regular readers of this column may know of my enduring penchant for men’s fragrances – or aftershaves, as we used to call them back in the day, when everything seemed to smell of either Brut or Lynx Africa [the latter I…...

3+ day, 21+ hour ago   (252+ words) An eight-year-old dog who was surrendered into the care of a Kilkenny animal rescue a few weeks ago is now looking for her forever home. Zena is described as a clever girl who learns quickly and already knows most commands,…...

1+ week, 11+ hour ago   (402+ words) Limerick City and County Council Arts Office has announced the programme for the 2026 Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series. Presented by RTÉ Lyric FM and Opera Workshop’s Shirley Keane, and hosted in All Saints Church, Castleconnell, this year’s series offers audiences a…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (561+ words) INISHOWEN’S stunning landscape will take centre stage this September as the Inishowen Walking Festival 2026 welcomes walkers of all ages and abilities to explore the region's spectacular scenery, rich heritage, and vibrant communities. Taking place from 12th to 20th September, the festival is…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (768+ words) When Jamie Dent first heard that Irish seaweed contained an extraordinary array of minerals, she thought it might be a useful fact to remember for a table quiz. She did not expect it to eventually bring her to the west…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (191+ words) Emma Cline is longlisted for this year’s Booker Prize with her novel Switzy… 1. Switzy by Emma Cline is published in hardback by Chatto & Windus, priced £18.99 (ebook £9.99). Available September 10 2. The Complex by Karan Mahajan is published in hardback by Grove Press…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (265+ words) Ireland Live News Plumbers are in greater demand than any other trade in Mayo, with around 720 searches for plumbing services recorded every month, according to new research The figures come from field-service management software company Fieldmotion, which analysed three years…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (1150+ words) Outrageous, outspoken, foul-mouthed and funny, award-winning actress and writer Miriam Margolyes, 85, may have mobility issues but that’s not stopping her embarking on a 36-date book tour this autumn. “It’s a rock star tour,” she declares with a twinkle in her…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (724+ words) A mother has spoken of her frustration and exhaustion after spending months trying to secure a disability payment for her 16-year-old son, saying the experience offers a glimpse into the additional battles families caring for someone with a disability can…...

2+ week, 9+ hour ago   (116+ words) Ireland Live News In PICTURES: Fun, style, celebs in Laois at Electric Picnic Three area News & Deputy Editor Mayo GAA All-Ireland-winning pirates also at EP in Stradbally 1. Cathair Curran pictured at the Three Charge & Chill area at Electric Picnic 2026. 2. Danielle…...