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Editorial: 'common sense must prevail when it comes to building rural homes'

When it comes to planning rural family houses, common sense must prevail.

EDITORIAL 25 February 2026

Editorial: 'common sense must prevail when it comes to building rural homes'

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'Feeding new-born calves is definitely the best job on the farm'

'Feeding new-born calves is definitely the best job on the farm'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 25 February 2026

Dear Miriam: ‘My siblings are stopping Mam from moving on with her life’

Dear Miriam: ‘My siblings are stopping Mam from moving on with her life’

ASK MIRIAM 18 February 2026

'I am so grateful to Tim - he makes my life with cancer better every day'

'I am so grateful to Tim - he makes my life with cancer better every day'

'I am so grateful to Tim - he makes my life with cancer better every day'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 18 February 2026

Editorial: ‘Katherine O’Leary's columns are filled with bravery and truth'

Editorial: ‘Katherine O’Leary's columns are filled with bravery and truth'

Editorial: ‘Katherine O’Leary's columns are filled with bravery and truth'

EDITORIAL 18 February 2026

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Ask Miriam: 'sister in law's notions aren't welcome on family farm'

Ask Miriam: 'sister in law's notions aren't welcome on family farm'

A reader in Co Meath seeks Miriam's help in how to deal with a new sister in law who is looking for land to develop unspecified projects despite the couple having no previous interest in farming.

ASK MIRIAM 28 January 2026

‘Preparing for the RTÉ crew was tough – but brought out the best in my family'

‘Preparing for the RTÉ crew was tough – but brought out the best in my family'

There were kisses on my windows. Which grandchild could it be, Peter or Katie?

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 January 2026

Dear Miriam: My daughter is forcing me to rehome my beloved little dog Arthur

Dear Miriam: My daughter is forcing me to rehome my beloved little dog Arthur

A reader asks for Miriam's advice on how to ensure her pet dog can remain living in her home once her daughter's family relocate home, with a granddaughter's allergies proving problematic.

ASK MIRIAM 28 January 2026

Editorial: 'the rise and fall of land prices – the Land Report'

Editorial: 'the rise and fall of land prices – the Land Report'

Our 2026 offering has seen the development of an interactive map of Ireland in which land prices can be perused at a glance.

EDITORIAL 28 January 2026

‘On a mission to celebrate and empower women: believe you can make a difference'

‘On a mission to celebrate and empower women: believe you can make a difference'

A trip to An Grianán is to be celebrated, so step up and participate to make a difference.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 January 2026

Dear Miriam: ‘how do I tell my fiancé’s ex she isn’t welcome at our wedding?

Dear Miriam: ‘how do I tell my fiancé’s ex she isn’t welcome at our wedding?

A bride-to-be in Co Cavan asks Miriam's advice on how to deal with the mother of her partner's children, who wants to come to their wedding.

ASK MIRIAM 28 January 2026

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

Dealing with a change of plan can be difficult – that's where family and friends come to the rescue.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 January 2026

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Bord Bia: Clarity and context for Irish farmers

In recent weeks, some questions have been raised about Bord Bia and we believe it is important that farmers have access to clear and accurate information.

Bord Bia: Clarity and context for Irish farmers

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