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'May is a magical time of renewal and beauty'

From Bealtaine to the Blesssed Virgin, let's celebrate the magic of May.

L2 30 April 2025

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The Book Corner: Seán Hewitt’s decadent debut

The Book Corner: Seán Hewitt’s decadent debut

FEATURES 30 April 2025

Folklore: the dark art of piseogs on an enchanting May morning

Folklore: the dark art of piseogs on an enchanting May morning

FEATURES 30 April 2025

Irish treats...to your table

Irish treats...to your table

Irish treats...to your table

NEWS 9 April 2025

Celebrating St Patrick's Day

Celebrating St Patrick's Day

Celebrating St Patrick's Day

EDITORIAL 19 March 2025

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The kitchen dresser takes centre stage

The kitchen dresser takes centre stage

Rather than just a piece of furniture, folklorist Michael Fortune sees the beauty and historic value of the old-time country dresser, writes Deirdre Verney.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

Get ready to shamrock and roll

Get ready to shamrock and roll

Here's four great suggestions to celebrate St Patrick's weekend.

L2 1 January 1970

Kingdom growers get the global green party started

Kingdom growers get the global green party started

Kerry nursery helps kickstart festivities as their beautiful symbols of Ireland are sent far and wide, writes Rosalind Skillen.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

A world of wonder – the magic of books

A world of wonder – the magic of books

World Book Day is around the corner, and Irish booksellers and authors are reading the way, writes Rosalind Skillen.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

Spiced beef, Black Santa – Ireland’s unique customs

Spiced beef, Black Santa – Ireland’s unique customs

Counties across Ireland are bringing the spirit of Christmas to life in distinctive and curious ways, writes Rosalind Skillen.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

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Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

Proper calf shed ventilation is crucial for maximising calf performance and profitability.

Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building