News

Cleaner air ‘could prevent 1, 000 premature deaths a year’ – report

March 31, 2023 · Leave a Comment 

Almost 1,000 lives a year could be saved on the island of Ireland if authorities adopt international guidelines on air pollution, a new report claims today. (Mar30) Ella, left, Janica and Elena, students from Presentation Secondary School Warrenmount in Dublin 8, speaking with Minister Eamon Ryan at the launch of the Air Pollution and Mortality on the Island of Ireland report by the Irish Heart Foundation and British Heart Foundation Northern Ireland. Picture: Photocall Ireland. The major cross-border assessment reveals that around 2,600 premature deaths can be attributed to air pollution –... [Read the full story]

GAA

GAA’s ‘little bit of madness’ joins us together – McCarthy

November 19, 2021 · Comments Off on GAA’s ‘little bit of madness’ joins us together – McCarthy 

Faithful County GAA fans have been told a new publication on life within the Association by Offaly writer and editor PJ Cunningham highlights the ‘madness’ which joins them together. Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Larry McCarthy, was speaking as he launched ‘Grassroots – Stories from the Heart of the GAA’ at Croke Park. Editor PJ Cunningham (r) and Ricey Scully at the launch of ‘Grassroots – Stories from the Heart of the GAA’ in Croke Park. Pic: Aishling Conway. The book, edited by Clara-native author and journalist, Cunningham, is a comprehensive treasure trove of GAA-related... [Read the full story]

Entertainment

Wild Youth Gearing Up for Eurovision Battle

March 14, 2023 · Leave a Comment 

Irish band and  Irish Eurovision entrant Wild Youth (Conor O’Donohoe, David Whelan, Ed Porter and Callum Mc Adam) are gearing up for a busy two months as they prepare to take to the Eurovision stage at  the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool with their song ‘We Are One’ from 9-13th May. ‘We Are One’ written by Wild Youth’s prolific keyboard player Conor O’Donoghue  has been digitally re-mastered and he feels it is the perfect Eurovision anthem especially given the current situation with last year’s winning country – Ukraine.  Conor says “We were over the moon to be chosen... [Read the full story]

Events

SOLAS Portarlington Easter Weekend Family Fun

March 30, 2023 · Leave a Comment 

As Easter approaches, SOLAS is gearing up to celebrate this joyous occasion with a variety of fun-filled events that will cater for the entire family. Our events team has put together an exciting Easter weekend program featuring an array of activities that are sure to captivate all age groups. Whether you’re looking for traditional Easter egg hunts, fun games, or delicious food, our Easter weekend festivities have something for everyone. From Good Friday to Easter Monday, we’re pulling out all the stops to ensure an Easter celebration you won’t soon forget.   Co-Owner John... [Read the full story]

Sports

Laochra Gael season 21 launched with 8 new GAA legends profiled

January 18, 2023 · Leave a Comment 

Eight legends who performed heroics on the field and who each have a unique and extraordinary story to tell. The definitive GAA sports series returns to TG4 this spring for a 21st series. The series hour-long format has proved a huge success, bringing each player’s personal stories to screen. The series features eight Laochra with genuine star quality and reveals deeper, fresh and sometimes unexpected insights into the lives of these icons. While their sporting careers continue to provide the backdrop to the story, the series travels well beyond the four white lines. Gripping personal storylines... [Read the full story]

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Irish Water and Green-Schools supporting students during lockdown with suite of Stay Home Resources

February 9, 2021 · Comments Off on Irish Water and Green-Schools supporting students during lockdown with suite of Stay Home Resources 

Green-Schools, in partnership with Irish Water, are supporting students and their families during lockdown with a series of Stay Home resources aimed at helping them learn more about water, one of our most fascinating and precious resources. With students and their parents adapting to the challenges of home schooling, these online resources are designed to be fun, entertaining and easily accessible. From water-themed videos to quizzes, experiments and much more, there is a host of activities for students of all ages to enjoy doing at home. Sé McDermott doing the Green-Schools Stay Home Plastic... [Read the full story]

News

Cleaner air ‘could prevent 1, 000 premature deaths a year’ – report

Almost 1,000 lives a year could be saved on the island of Ireland if authorities adopt international guidelines on air pollution, a new report claims today. (Mar30) Ella, left, Janica and Elena, students from Presentation Secondary School Warrenmount in Dublin 8, speaking with Minister Eamon Ryan at the launch...

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In Offaly, prices in the first three months of 2023 were 5% higher than a year previously

Housing prices fell by 0.3% in the first three months of 2023 according to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report released today by Ireland’s No.1 Property Website, Daft.ie. This is the first time in a decade that there was a first-quarter fall in listed prices. The average listed price nationwide in the...

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Carrolls Irish Gifts Launches ‘Fáilte’ Initiative to Support Small Irish Businesses

Carrolls Irish Gifts is proud to announce the launch of ‘Fáilte’, an exciting new initiative that gives small Irish businesses the unique opportunity to become a part of the team and have their products stocked in Carrolls Irish Gifts stores nationwide and online. NO FEE PICPIC JULIEN BEHAL PHOTOGRAPHYFáilte:...

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Minister Ryan launches guidelines for Local Authority Climate Action Plans

The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD, has launched a set of statutory guidelines to assist local authorities in preparing local authority climate action plans.   Under the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021, each local authority is required to...

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Introduction of incentivised waste collection charges will increase sustainability in the commercial sector

The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD, has signed new legislation to introduce incentivised charging for waste collection in the commercial sector. The Waste Management (Collection Permit) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2023 will come into effect on 1st July 2023.   A study...

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GAA

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50th anniversary of John West Féile

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Four Offaly stories selected for landmark GAA Grassroots book

Four stories from County Offaly have been selected to appear in a fascinating new...

Unwrapping Ireland’s food waste: Bread is Ireland’s most wasted food, with 41% of people reporting they throw away bread

Food waste is an issue of high concern for Irish people and they are willing to...

TG4’s Underdogs series is looking for players

In an ever changing world, TG4’s legendary GAA series Underdogs is back...

Another month of classic matches ahead as TG4 announce All Ireland Gold schedule for May #AllIrelandGold

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Super Sunday coming up on TG4, with THREE games in full!

TG4 have today announced a Super Sunday of AIB Club Championship action on December...

Tullamore among 9 clubs represented at Gaelic Voices for Change Youth Workshop

Three young members of Offaly club Tullamore were at Croke Park on Saturday,...

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Events

SOLAS Portarlington Easter Weekend Family Fun

As Easter approaches, SOLAS is gearing up to celebrate this joyous occasion with...

SOLAS Easter kid camps Craft & Farmers Market

SOLAS continues to be the premier family destination of the midlands with an amazing...

SOLAS Eco Garden Centre – 4 Days of Daredevil Circus

The Circus @ SOLAS Portarlington The big news is the arrival of DAREDEVIL Circus...

SOLAS Eco Garden Centre – Farmer & Craft Markets This weekend

Markets @ SOLAS SOLAS is happy to announce that the Markets are back and are kicking...

SOLAS Portarlington – Food, Potatoes & Upcoming Family Events

Last Sunday’s car boot sale was a big success with crowds from early and bargains...

SOLAS Portarlington – Car Boot Sale & New Look Cafe

Car Boot Sale Sunday 22 January 2022   This Sunday 22nd January will see SOLAS...

The Final Day of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2023 gets underway as students eagerly await winner’s announcement

The atmosphere is electric at the RDS, as the final day of the BT Young Scientist...

SOLAS – Fitness Swap, Great Food & new look Cafe

Fitness Equipment Swap Sunday 15 January This weekend’s sports equipment swap...

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