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Marist sink Sligo to claim Junior Cup crown
Marist College players Andrew Cotton, Oisin O’Donoghue and Reuben Colleran celebrate with the Connacht Junior 'A' Schools Cup after their victory over Sligo Grammar School. Marist sink Sligo to claim Junior Cup crownMarist College 22 Sligo Grammar School 14The Marist College junior rugby team fulfilled the promise they had previously shown by claiming the Connacht Schools Junior Cup with victory over Sligo Grammar School in Wednesday afternoon's final at the Dexcom Stadium. But Carnegie finished off a bout of strong Sligo pressure with his second try (43rd minute), Mullan's successful conversion levelling matters at 14 apiece. A couple of minutes later, Marist forced a penalty a little bit outside the Sligo 22 and Cotton understandably opted for the posts. Some turnovers of possession in the face of strong Marist workrate and tackling proved costly for Sligo.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 04:15 UTC
'He died with his boots on': Warm tributes paid to Seán Quilty
The late Seán Quilty of Retreat Park, Athlone. Large crowds turned out to pay tribute to him at his removal last Wednesday evening and his funeral Mass, in the Franciscan Friary, on Thursday. "There are people in their 20s who aren't doing a quarter of what Seán Quilty was doing in his 70s and 80s." "Dad's loyalty to Limerick hurling, Munster rugby and Irish rugby eventually paid dividends in recent years," he said. "The current Irish rugby team and current Limerick hurling team have certainly sent him out on a high."
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 02:10 UTC
Long serving councillor stepping down from politics with “a heavy heart”
Long serving Sinn Féin councillor Michael Mulligan has announced that he is retiring from public life with “a heavy heart” due to health issues. Speaking to the Roscommon Herald, Councillor Mulligan said: "It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce my intention not to run in the local elections. "We will have a Sinn Féin candidate running in the election whom I will be putting my full support behind in the coming days. Speaking alongside Michael, local TD Claire Kerrane said:"Today is a sad day. Michael has been the greatest influence on me in politics, he is the reason I joined Sinn Féin in my teens.
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 00:52 UTC
Ireland’s boating season officially reopens on waterways
Ireland’s boating season officially reopens on waterwaysIreland’s boating season officially reopens from March 17, in line with other European countries, with all services and facilities once again accessible at the extensive range of moorings and harbours across Ireland. Over 15,000 registered boats avail of Ireland’s navigations for recreational use, with Waterways Ireland looking forward to welcoming their return to the water throughout the spring and summer seasons. Waterways Ireland provides a range of services and facilities at over 250 amenity sites across the 1,100km of navigable waterways. Since 2002, Waterways Ireland has invested over €100m along the Shannon Navigation and Shannon-Erne Waterway alone with significant investments across other navigations. Commenting on the season reopening, Inspector of Navigation, Paddy Harkin said: “As the boating season reopens, we look forward to welcoming locals and visitors back to enjoy everything the waterways have to offer.
Source:Irish Independent
March 15, 2024 23:00 UTC
Ireland Under-20s beat Scotland but wait for result of France vs England
Ireland Under-20s beat Scotland but wait for result of France vs EnglandKenneth FoxIreland face an anxious wait to see if they have secured a third consecutive Under-20 Six Nations title. Danny Sheahan scored two second half tries as Ireland secured a potentially crucial bonus point, beating Scotland by 36-points to 0 in Cork. They are just into the second half in Pau, where it’s France 31 England 31. They are hoping for a French win to help clinch the title. As things stand, Ireland will be champions.
Source:Irish Independent
March 15, 2024 22:43 UTC
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Cost of cooking a full family fry-up rises to €38, says CSO
The cost of cooking an Irish fry-up might be hard to swallow this bank holiday weekend, with new data showing the breakfast staple has increased by more than 3 per cent over the past year. On Friday, the Central Statistics Office (CSO) published statistics on the cost of a family-sized fry-up using the prices of some of the items it collects as part of the Consumer Price Index basket, which measures inflation in Ireland. Its sample breakfast, which is based on items it does collect prices for, includes rashers, sausages, a half-dozen of large eggs, mushrooms, and tomatoes. However, no traditional family fry-up would be complete without bread and butter, all washed down with a cup of tea or glass of milk. According to the CSO’s data, the only items to fall in price over the 12 months to January 2024 were bread, butter, and milk.
Source:The Irish Times
March 15, 2024 22:28 UTC
Rare eagle shot found shot dead in South Roscommon
Photo: NPWSRare eagle shot found shot dead in South RoscommonThe National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has launched an investigation following the recent discovery of a dead white-tailed eagle near Cranberry Lough in South Roscommon and is appealing to the public for information. The two-year old female eagle was part of the NPWS White-tailed Eagle Reintroduction Programme and was released in 2022 on the shores of Lough Derg. Investigating officers have established that the bird was shot, and are awaiting further results of forensic analysis that may provide additional information. The NPWS said it deplores the deliberate killing of rare and endangered species. It has appealed for any information the public may have in relation to the incident.
Source:Irish Independent
March 15, 2024 21:34 UTC
Let us all march forward together, Biden urges Friends of Ireland gathering
It comes following the resurrection of powersharing government in Northern Ireland in January. During the annual Friends of Ireland Luncheon hosted by Speaker Mike Johnson on Capitol Hill in Washington DC, Mr Biden invited Michelle O’Neill and Emma Little-Pengelly to stand up for applause throughout the room. “Today let us resolve to march forward with each other and all those who seek a better future. The guests included Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris, MPs, TDs from the Irish Parliament and both Democrat and Republican members of the US Congress. “The United States has been a critical partner for peace in Ireland,” she said.
Source:The Herald
March 15, 2024 20:23 UTC
Shankill personal trainer finds love with Vietnamese badminton player on First Dates Ireland
“I’m tired of the singles game,” said Long, that being Cupid’s game and not badminton, as he insists he wants “more than friends with benefits”. The dating culture is somewhat more conservative in Vietnam than in Ireland, Long explains, as he outlines the three magic laws of attraction, the first being, well, attraction. He holds up his phone and there, right next to his navel, are two badminton rackets and a shuttle cock. It puts his badminton racket tattoo (with the shuttle cock) to shame, even with the near-death story. Well, is badminton played with a shuttle cock?
Source:Irish Independent
March 15, 2024 19:27 UTC
Farrell wary of Scotland’s Triple Crown incentive against Ireland
While Scotland have not beaten rivals England, Ireland and Wales in a single championship since the 1990 Five Nations, Farrell acknowledges they have a track record of toppling Test rugby’s leading nations. “They’ve been consistent at beating big teams over the years and playing a brand of rugby that’s been great for everyone to see,” he said. “We’ve been lucky enough over the last few years to get on the right side of victory against Scotland,” said Farrell. “Of course winning matters a lot. “This year doesn’t get any better for Irish rugby, it doesn’t get any better,” said Farrell.
Source:The Herald
March 15, 2024 19:17 UTC
Over €1m in funding for Offaly community projects
Over €1m in funding for Offaly community projectsSome €1.05m has been allocated to community projects in Offaly to help integrate new arrivals from Ukraine and elsewhere. This morning, the Minister for Rural & Community Development, Heather Humphreys together with her colleague Minister Joe O’Brien announced a further €50 million in funding under the Community Recognition Fund. The Community Recognition Fund was first introduced last year to recognise the huge efforts made by communities in welcoming and supporting people coming to Ireland. Under today’s announcement, a further €50 million is being provided again to deliver projects over 2024 and 2025. The response has been overwhelmingly positive and this fund recognises that – and the need for a whole of community approach.
Source:Irish Independent
March 15, 2024 17:10 UTC
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Ireland vs Scotland talking points as Dublin set for title party
Here, the PA news agency picks out some of the main talking points ahead of Saturday’s match in Dublin. However, their respective hopes of finishing top of the table are highly improbable due to Ireland’s vastly-superior points difference. Scotland, meanwhile, are likely to still feel aggrieved about their controversial round-two loss to France, which was sandwiched between wins over Wales and England. But he has also overseen successive World Cup pool-stage exits, while frustrating inconsistency means the Scots’ wait for a maiden Six Nations title goes on. Decade of dominanceIreland continued their dominance of Scotland at last year’s Rugby World Cup in France (Andrew Matthews/PA)Ireland have played pivotal roles in Scotland’s recent underwhelming World Cup campaigns during a decade of dominance of this fixture.
Source:The Herald
March 15, 2024 15:17 UTC
Kidnapped at 16. Enslaved, threatened, targeted. Ireland's patron saint was a survivor.
As I'm writing, plans are afoot to dye the Chicago River green in time for Chicago's annual St. Patrick's Day parade. All of this is a little ironic considering Patrick was, in his own words, a "simple country person, a refugee, and unlearned." He also recounts hardships and threats he withstood, both from Irish leaders and church leaders back home. Some say we're all a little Irish on St. Patrick's Day. But regardless of whether you're Irish, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate the imperfect but powerful life of the patron saint of Ireland.
Source:The Herald
March 15, 2024 15:12 UTC