30 special spots across Munster and Ireland that are perfect for summer dining

Never forgetting for a moment that we are in Ireland, where rain was first invented, and without offering any hostages to fortune, at the precise moment of writing, the sun is splitting the stones as if it has no intention of ever moving on to its more usual haunts further south.  Naturally, when gifted with … Read more

Richard Satchwell found guilty of murdering wife Tina in 2017

Richard Satchwell, who buried his wife Tina in a shallow grave under the stairs of their Youghal home, has been found guilty of her murder at the Central Criminal Court. The 58-year-old from Leicester, England, was found guilty by a jury of five men and seven women following nine hours and 28 minutes of deliberations. … Read more

‘People thought we were mad not having a table plan, but everyone mingled’

We got married on May 3, 2019, in Ballyferriter in West Kerry. It was a humanist wedding, and we had it outdoors. This lovely cafe, called Tig Áine, has a wonderful space out the back where the scenery is absolutely breathtaking, and that’s where we had the ceremony. We took a chance with the date … Read more

Kevin McStay steps back from Mayo role due to 'personal health issues' – Irish Examiner

Kevin McStay steps back from Mayo role due to ‘personal health issues’  Irish Examiner Mayo manager McStay steps back for ‘immediate’ future  RTE.ie Kevin McStay ‘steps back’ from Mayo for health reasons with Stephen Rochford to take over  The Irish Independent Donegal to face former coach Rochford as McStay steps back from Mayo manager role  Donegal Live The Football … Read more

Questions mount over garda handling of Kerry farmer’s disappearance

There is concern among some people in Kenmare about how the gardaí have handled the disappearance of Michael Gaine, which is now a murder investigation. For other people, there is anger.  In particular, questions are being asked about how the gardaí responded to the initial reports of his disappearance and how the subsequent search of … Read more

Camogie players given green light to wear shorts after Congress vote – Irish Examiner

Camogie players given green light to wear shorts after Congress vote  Irish Examiner Camogie Association to vote on skorts issue tonight  RTE.ie Camogie skirts v skorts row: Special Congress votes overwhelmingly for change to allow shorts  BBC Camogie Association passes motion to allow players to wear shorts  BreakingNews.ie What the rows over skorts and public toilets reveal about Irish … Read more

Controversial ‘robot trees’ removed from Cork City centre

The so-called ‘robot trees’ installed in Cork City centre nearly four years ago to help clean pollutants from the air have been removed. The five devices, which were erected in August 2021 as part of a local authority initiative to provide more greening of the city, were removed from their locations on St Patrick’s Street … Read more