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Behind the scenes of the summer show: Chelsey Cox McDonald of Tullamore Show
Niamh Gunn
Our new series goes behind the scenes with the dedicated volunteers. This week we talk to Chelsey Cox McDonald of Tullamore Agricultural Show. In conversion with Niamh Gunn.
13 July 2022 Living Life
Theatre, music, visual art, literature all at the biggest arts festivals
Galway and Kilkenny are up against each other once again but this time it’s a battle of the arts as both cities host celebrated theatre ensembles and vie for the biggest crowds. Writes Leo Powell.
29 June 2022 Ask Miriam
I don’t agree with my son’s decision to get married abroad
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Virginia Show 'back in business'
Niamh Gunn attended the launch of 79th Virginia Show in Cavan last Friday, with European Commissioner Mairead McGuinness launching the event.
27 June 2022 News
What’s on around the country this weekend
From plays to walks, music festivals and yoga, there’s plenty on this weekend to keep you busy.
16 June 2022 Living Life
My Country Living: ‘It really isn’t about the acreage you come from’
In conversation with Irene Bermingham, Jade Fielding from Westmeath tells how despite being faced with some challenging attitudes, she has rented and reared her way into a career in agriculture.
15 June 2022 Features
Peony problems and pillaging pests
It’s hectic as Mary Keenan reaches peak season for visitors to her garden meaning constant attention to weeding and trimming to keep everything looking at its best.
8 June 2022 Gardening
Good causes to support around the country
Ireland is packed with people fundraising for good causes. Anne O’Donoghue has a flavour of charitable events that are taking place
8 June 2022 Living Life
Horticultural heritage (and heifers)
Every organisation announcing a live 2022 event pays homage to their virtual efforts but, Bloom live in the Phoenix Park the June bank holiday weekend is the only job. Writes Amii McKeever.
1 June 2022 Features
€3m raised by ‘100K in 30 Days’ event for breast cancer research
Breast Cancer Ireland is calling on everyone in Ireland or abroad, to join the #pinkarmy and take part in 100K in 30 Days. Amii McKeever reports.
1 June 2022 Features
Arrabawn to host Women in Agriculture event
When the idea of hosting an event for Women in Agriculture originally occurred to Jade Fielding - Agricultural Specialist with Arrabawn - she didn’t anticipate just how positively it would be received
25 May 2022 Features
Watch: new sheep classes take centre stage on day two of Balmoral Show
Niamh Gunn reports from day two of the sheep judging competition at Balmoral Show.
12 May 2022 News