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Folklore: straw clothes and Cromwell’s nose – the mummers had it all

The much-antipicated mumming plays feted the end of one year and the promise of new life ahead, writes Shane Lehane.
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Of mice and men and cats

Of mice and men and cats

Why has his cat Inky decided to totally ignore the invasion of mice in his house, wonders Shane Lehane.

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The mighty men of Matehy

The mighty men of Matehy

The townland of Matehy has a special place in the annals of tug-of-war, writes Shane Lehane.

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