The New ŠKODA Superb on Sale in Ireland this July
Prices for the 1.6 TDI start from €27,795 Three trim levels – Active, Ambition and Style 80mm longer wheelbase, 625-litres of luggage space, 75 kg lighter 1.6 TDI 120bhp boasts 14% more power and 13% improved fuel economy The new ŠKODA Superb was one of the big stars at this year’s Geneva Motor Show and […]
Waterford’s Price Slashed For Liam McCarthy Cup
Waterford secured their place in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship final following a 3-19 to 1-21 win over Cork at Semple Stadium. Waterford are now priced at 11/10 from 5/1 to win the Munster provincial championship following a burst of support from punters. Tipperary, who play Limerick in their semi-final clash, are next in the […]
Hetherington Snatches Late Late Laois Win
Dungannon driver Adrian Hetherington and Wexford navigator Gary Nolan took a dramatic last stage winon Sunday’s Heartlands Mini Stages Rally organised by Laois Rallysport Club. Hetherington entered the sixth and final stage a mere 2 seconds adrift of Limerick driver Ed O’Callaghan but O’Callaghan’s car developed a misfire on the final test, losing precious seconds […]
Irish Fresh Fruit Industry Valued at €38M
The IFA President Eddie Downey has called on retailers to recognise the investment made by strawberry and fruit growers in this country by ensuring that fresh fruit is seen on retail shelves as a premium quality product and not used as a loss leader in retail wars. Marking National Strawberry Week (1 -7 June) […]
No Plans to Introduce Baggage Charges Says Irish Ferries
In a tongue in cheek response to the announcement that some airlines are pushing up their Summer baggage charges, Irish Ferries reminds holidaymakers travelling by ferry that they can bring all that their car can carry, free of any charges whatsoever. According to the Company’s head of passenger sales Dermot Merrigan, “more and more […]
Ireland’s retail sector showing strong growth – Eurostat
Latest Eurostat figures show retail trade growth bouncing back in Ireland. Year-on-year figures (April 2014 v. April 2015) show an increase of 6.9%, while month-on-month (March 2015 v. April 2015) show an increase of 3.2% Both of these figures far outstrip the retail growth in most other EU Member States. This means Ireland’s retail sector […]
UTV Ireland announces Daniel and Majella’s B&B Road Trip
UTV Ireland today announced that filming is set to begin on a brand new travel show starring Daniel and Majella O’Donnell. The new six-part series called ‘Daniel and Majella’s B&B Road Trip’ is a reality travel show with a difference. The popular couple will take to the road visiting areas of natural beauty and taking […]
