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Ann Devine: the sparks are flying
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Ann’s niece Freya has taken a new direction. Neighbour Nuala Costigan is finding it hard to come to grips with this current situation.
11 September 2024 Features
A Week in the Country
Find out what caught the eye of the Irish Country Living team this week.
11 September 2024 Features
Folklore: Pattern Pies and Maggie Men
Shane Lehane reminds us of two forgotten traditions associated with the celebrations at the end of September.
Consumer: protect your finances in case of serious illness
Learn to protect your finances and build a safety net when faced with unexpected health challenges, writes Carol Brick
11 September 2024 Consumer
Break the Cycle: ‘I have learned to manage my OCD’
Rebecca Ryan’s journey from debilitating rituals to recovery offers hope for others with OCD, writes Soma Biro.
11 September 2024 Features
Break the Cycle: 'we all need to take time to talk' - Marty Morrissey
Broadcasting legend Marty Morrissey is joining the Irish Country Living team at this year’s National Ploughing Championship, encouraging everyone to talk more, writes Sarah McIntosh.
11 September 2024 Features
Break the Cycle: why farmers are more at risk of burnout
One in four farmers in Ireland face burnout, we ask the experts how it happens and what to do about it, writes Margaret Hawkins.
11 September 2024 Health
Desperate Farmhusband: you can ‘check out’ of the farm – but you can never leave
Our Desperate Farmhusband took a holiday and the farm didn’t fall apart in his absence. Maybe he could be tempted to go somewhere again?
11 September 2024 Features
Field Exchange Festival: think farmers aren't creative? Think again
Could the key to a sustainable future in Irish food and agriculture be art and creativity? This is the purpose of the annual Field Exchange Festival at Brookfield Farm, writes Janine Kennedy.
11 September 2024 Features
Money Mentor: joining a herd number – what you need to know
For this week's Money Mentor, Marty Murphy, delves into the importance of understanding the implications and importance of timing in joining a herd number.
11 September 2024 Money Mentor
Westival launches 2024 programme
The West of Ireland’s longest-running music and arts festival is taking place in October as locals join to celebrate what Westport has to offer, writes Sarah McIntosh.
5 September 2024 Features
We need to talk about bullying
Parents need to recognise bullying behaviour and accept their responsibility by taking action swiftly and calmly, writes Rebecca Lenehan.
4 September 2024 Features