Hymns and Songs of Faith

Veritas Publications and James Kilbane have teamed up again to release The Family Collection - Hymns & Songs of Faith. The album ties in with the World Meeting of Families which takes place in Dublin this summer.

The Achill native has become synonymous with country gospel music in recent years and has featured in various concerts all over Ireland, as well as on several television shows.

The album features 20 tracks, including such favourites as There Is A Place, Precious Memories, Faith of Our Fathers, The Nazarene, Mama’s Roses, Going Home, The Richest Man on Earth and May the Good Lord Bless and Keep You.

The album is now available at all Veritas shops and independent outlets countrywide.

Sligo dj injured in accident

Country music DJ Michael Gillespie was seriously injured in a car accident in Sligo town on St Stephen’s Day. Mike, who presents shows on Ocean FM in Sligo, was transferred from the accident scene to Galway Regional Hospital.

The popular radio presenter has continued to make a good recovery and was transferred from Galway last Friday evening to Sligo Regional Hospital. We wish him a full and speedy recovery.

Castleblayney bereavement

Condolences are extended to Rose McBride, wife of country icon Big Tom McBride, on the recent death of her sister Bridget Murtagh (née King), Castleblayney, Co Monaghan. Bridget, who was predeceased by her husband John, is survived by her sons Dan (The Highway Man) and Anthony, family, relatives and friends.