27 January 2011
The organisers of the Satellite Broadband Ireland Digital Media Awards today took delivery of the 2011 trophies that will be presented at the gala ceremony on 11 February at The Convention Centre Dublin. The awards, to be presented by well known journalist Mark Little, recognise the best in creative, innovative and pioneering digital talent in Ireland.
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26 January 2011
With 36 Outlets successfully established throughout Ireland, the fastest growing Irish Cafe franchise, The Streat, are now expanding to Munster and are looking for motivated, like-minded, passionate Kerry people to join them and be a part of their successful franchise network. On Wednesday 26th January, from 6.30 pm there will be an information evening at the Malton Hotel, Killarney with The Streat's Munster representative Michael O'Toole.
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26 January 2011
he Chinese community in Ireland is one of the longest established migrant groups in the country and have been living in Ireland in significant numbers since the 1950s. The most important event on the Chinese calendar takes place next month, when the extravagant celebrations begin for the Chinese New Year 2011! The Celebrations run from Thursday 3rd February for 15 days. Each year represents one of twelve animals and this year we are celebrating the Year of the Rabbit!
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19 January 2011
Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland (CFAI) continues its exciting fundraising challenge, Ireland to Everest, 32 Steps for Cystic Fibrosis (CF), with Slieve na Calliagh, near Oldcastle, Co. Meath being the next climb. The challenge will see a team of climbers scale the highest points in each of the 32 counties (never before undertaken for charity), and some other parts of the world, before tackling Everest.
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10 January 2011
Headland Archaeology (Ireland) Ltd, Ireland's largest commercial archaeology firm has been awarded the contract for archaeological excavations on the route of the N22 Tralee Bypass/ Tralee to Bealagrellagh road scheme with Kerry County Council and the Kerry National Roads Design office. This follows on from recent test trenching earlier this year where a number of archaeological sites were discovered. The company assessed and reported on all the findings and it was recommended that many of the sites be fully excavated and recorded in advance of the proposed construction works related to the road. Following a tender process Headland Archaeology were awarded the contract for these excavations and have already commenced preparatory work.
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07 January 2011
This Valentine's weekend couples can indulge themselves with a romantic break at Clonakilty's Fernhill House Hotel and Gardens. The family run hotel, which overlooks beautiful gardens, is renowned for its charm, character and characters, celebrating over forty years in business.
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Over a week ago a row broke out at the UK’s national broadcaster, the BBC, over a tweet by its senior football anchor and Match of the Day presenter, Gary Lineker. The one-time England record goal sco...