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News Ireland: Smith stars as NZ dominate Ireland in Belfast

Published on: Thursday 28 May 2026
Smith stars as NZ dominate Ireland in Belfast
News source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/czj28zkg73ko

New Zealand take control against Ireland on the second day of the one-off Test with Nathan Smith claiming an international career best of 6-40 at Stormont.

News Ireland: The one and only All-Ireland Hurling title for Laois

Published on: Thursday 13 May 2021
The one and only All-Ireland Hurling title for Laois
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/all-ireland-hurling-laois

Remembering when underdog Laois beat out Cork for their one and only All-Ireland Hurling win over a century ago. On October 23, 1915, the Laois hurling team traveled up to Dublin by train to play Cork in the All Ireland Final the following day.

News Ireland: Laois leave Wicklow in their wake in Tailteann Cup opener

Published on: Sunday 10 May 2026
Laois leave Wicklow in their wake in Tailteann Cup opener
News source: https://www.rte.ie/sport/football/2026/0510/1572592-laois-leave-wicklow-in-their-wake-in-tailteann-cup-opener/

The Laois senior footballers made a winning start to the Tailteann Cup as they defeated Wicklow 1-23 to 0-19 in O'Moore Park on Sunday afternoon.

News Ireland: An Irish diddly in Inman Square

Published on: Monday 27 April 2026
An Irish diddly in Inman Square
News source: https://www.cambridgeday.com/2026/04/27/an-sibin-inman-square/

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News Ireland: Roscommon dismantle Mayo with second-half blitz

Published on: Sunday 26 April 2026
Roscommon dismantle Mayo with second-half blitz
News source: https://www.rte.ie/sport/football/2026/0426/1570246-roscommon-dismantle-mayo-with-second-half-blitz/

A sensational second-half performance propelled Roscommon into their first Connacht SFC Final for four years as Mayo exited the provincial championship tamely in Castlebar on a 2-25 to 1-18 scoreline.

News Ireland: Permission sought in Roscommon for four wind turbines which will be amongst tallest in Ireland

Published on: Wednesday 29 April 2026
Permission sought in Roscommon for four wind turbines which will be amongst tallest in Ireland
News source: https://www.independent.ie/regionals/roscommon/news/permission-sought-in-roscommon-for-four-wind-turbines-which-will-be-amongst-tallest-in-ireland/a1199467122.html

A planning application has been lodged for four wind turbines in south Roscommon which would be among the tallest ever built in Ireland.

News Ireland: Culture Night returns to island of Ireland on Friday, promising "One Night for All"

Published on: Wednesday 17 September 2025
Culture Night returns to island of Ireland on Friday, promising "One Night for All"
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/culture/culture-night-2025

Culture Night 2025 offers more than 1,800 free events celebrating all that makes up the richness and diversity of culture in Ireland today. Check out Culture Night 2025 highlights and how to enjoy Culture Night 2025 from home thanks to RTE.

News Ireland: Football And Betting Culture In Ireland

Published on: Tuesday 17 June 2025
Football And Betting Culture In Ireland
News source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/football-betting-culture-ireland-085200987.html

While many countries, including the US, are working hard to keep up with the fast-paced world of sports betting, some regions like Ireland are at the forefront of these changes. So ingrained is bettin...

News Ireland: Parish Pride and the Power of the GAA: How Local Gaelic Athletic Association Clubs Continue to Shape Irish Identity, Bind Communities Together, and Carry a Culture

Published on: Monday 27 April 2026
Parish Pride and the Power of the GAA: How Local Gaelic Athletic Association Clubs Continue to Shape Irish Identity, Bind Communities Together, and Carry a Culture
News source: https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/parish-pride-power-gaa-local-225605670.html

There is a particular feeling that anyone who grew up in an Irish parish knows without needing it explained. It is the feeling of standing on a sideline on a Sunday morning in October, the ground soft under your boots, the smell of cut grass and damp jerseys in the air, watching someone from your […] The post Parish Pride and the Power of the GAA: How Local Gaelic Athletic Association Clubs Continue to Shape Irish Identity, Bind Communities Together, and Carry a Culture appeared first on Native

News Ireland: Kilkenny captures the many wonders of Ireland

Published on: Wednesday 19 June 2019
Kilkenny captures the many wonders of Ireland
News source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2019/06/20/kilkenny-captures-the-many-wonders-of-ireland/

A friend posed an interesting question: “What if I only have time to go to one place in Ireland. Where should it be?” It took me a moment to answer. After all, Ireland offers such a rich variety of ...

News Ireland: Special offer: Enjoy 20% off Irish makers with Kilkenny Design

Published on: Monday 08 May 2023
Special offer: Enjoy 20% off Irish makers with Kilkenny Design
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/irish-shopping/buy-irish/kilkenny-design-meet-irish-makers

Meet and shop these incredible Irish makers with Kilkenny Design from Enibas jewelry, artwork by Jim Scully, to brands like Orla Kiely and Waterford Crystal. Pluys readers can enjoy a special offer for a limited time only!

News Ireland: New podcast explores fond memories of Fermanagh and Tyron

Published on: Sunday 22 March 2026
New podcast explores fond memories of Fermanagh and Tyron
News source: https://www.impartialreporter.com/news/25959254.new-podcast-explores-fond-memories-fermanagh-tyron/

Discover Northern Ireland’s podcast, Postcards from Northern Ireland, features celebrities sharing childhood holiday memories in Fermanagh, Tyrone…

News Ireland: The Burren in Co Clare named "Best Place to Holiday in Ireland 2022"

Published on: Sunday 07 August 2022
The Burren in Co Clare named "Best Place to Holiday in Ireland 2022"
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/travel/best-of-ireland/burren-best-place-holiday-ireland-2022

The Burren in County Clare has been crowned "The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland 2022" in a summer competition hosted by The Irish Times in association with Failte Ireland. The north Clare region was ...

News Ireland: Co Clare aims become Ireland's first Certified Sustainable Tourism Destination

Published on: Thursday 12 October 2023
Co Clare aims become Ireland's first Certified Sustainable Tourism Destination
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/travel/clare-certified-sustainable-destination

Tourism leaders in County Clare are aiming to make the county Ireland's first Certified Sustainable Tourism Destination. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Destination Certification is ...

News Ireland: Rise of 'murmuration tourism' brings boost to Co Westmeath

Published on: Sunday 15 March 2026
Rise of 'murmuration tourism' brings boost to Co Westmeath
News source: https://www.rte.ie/news/ireland/2026/0316/1563592-starling-murmuration-westmeath/

Bird Watch Ireland has said it has seen an increased public interest in the phenomenon of starling murmurations.

News Ireland: Drought reveals ancient island near Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Published on: Saturday 02 July 2022
Drought reveals ancient island near Londonderry, Northern Ireland
News source: https://nypost.com/2022/07/02/drought-reveals-ancient-island-near-londonderry-northern-ireland/

A drought in Northern Ireland helped uncover an ancient manmade island fit for a king. Members of the Northern Island historical group Loup Historical Society happened upon the settlement, known as a ...

News Ireland: Donegal island with two lighthouse cottages for just $84k goes sale agreed

Published on: Monday 16 December 2019
Donegal island with two lighthouse cottages for just $84k goes sale agreed
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/travel/moving-to-ireland-legacy/donegal-island-lighthouse-cottages-sale

Talk about a dream! Imagine owning your own island off Ireland? Some lucky duck just went sale agreed on this spectacular property. An island in County Donegal, Rathlin O Birne, went on the market in early 2019 for just $84,200 (€75,000) and it sold! The private lands come with two lighthouse cottages.

News Ireland: Donegal Camino reveals brand new route for 2026

Published on: Wednesday 04 March 2026
Donegal Camino reveals brand new route for 2026
News source: https://www.irishcentral.com/news/donegal-camino-2026

Registration is now open for the Donegal Camino 2026, a unique walking festival in northwest Ireland that benefits cancer care services in the area.