Five Travellers settle €75,000 defamation claims over refusal of entry to Howth restaurant – The Irish Times

Five members of the Traveller community who were refused entry to a north Co Dublin restaurant have settled €75,000 claims for defamation of character against the restaurant and its security company. Barrister Dermot Francis Sheehan, who appeared with O’Hanrahan Solicitors for the claimants, on Tuesday told Judge Ken Connolly in the Circuit Civil Court the … Read more

No Valentine’s Day reservation? No problem. Five perfect dates in Dublin with no booking required – The Irish Times

Valentine’s Day heralds a flurry of panic purchases; heart-shaped chocolates, decadent bottles of bubbles, cuddly teddy bears and, of course, bouquets of roses. But a lot of the well-meaning heart-shaped tat ends up in landfill; and in terms of romance, it’s hard to beat a thoughtful day out and a nice dinner that requires no … Read more

Vogue Williams’ husband Spencer Matthews says he can’t move into ‘forever’ Irish home

Former reality star Spencer Matthews revealed the key reason that would prevent him and his wife Vogue Williams moving into their €2.8million Howth home permanently Liam McInerney Content Editor 12:35, 26 Jan 2026 The famous couple married back in 2018 (Image: Instagram/Spencer Matthews) Vogue Williams recently expressed her wish to “spend more time in Dublin” … Read more

Great places for sunny outdoor dining around Dublin – The Irish Times

Time to strike while the iron is hot – literally. Get out there and make the most of this rare summer heat. From parks and markets to cafes and restaurants, follow our guide for sun-fuelled outdoor dining in Dublin. On a Saturday, the Red Stables food market at St Anne’s Park in Raheny is truly … Read more

buy up all surrounding houses – The Irish Times

In Killiney, Co Dublin, members of U2’s family are trying to stop a property developer from building four contemporary homes in the grounds of Montebello House, a Victorian pile near the seafront. The wives of Bono and The Edge, businesswoman Ali Hewson and choreographer Morleigh Steinberg, as well as artist and long-time U2 associate Guggi, … Read more