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Why did they stop reading?

  • February 25, 2022
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Trying to get kids to focus on one thing for more than two minutes can be a challenge at the best of times, so what happens when something that actually…
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Gaeltacht

  • February 21, 2022
  • Gabriel Fitzmaurice
"Gaeltacht" is a poem by Gabriel Fitzmaurice that emulates the freedom of speaking the Irish language.
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The Wind from the West

  • February 18, 2022
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A beautiful poem by Ella Young included in Thomas F. Walsh's 'Best Loved Poems from the West of Ireland'.
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Strange mythology: the deadly Cave of Cats

  • February 16, 2022
  • Mark Joyce
The Cave of Cats is a significant Irish site. It contains the Gates of Hell, and several well-known characters visit it in Irish mythology.
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Irish Setters: A rare Irish breed

  • February 7, 2022
  • Shane McCoy and Colin White
Irish red and white setter are stunning show dogs with powerful hunting instincts. Check out these facts on the rare, native Irish breed.
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The Hill of Tara: strange myths, heroes, and history

  • February 4, 2022
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Once, the Hill of Tara was the seat of Ireland’s high kings. It has hosted legendary figures throughout the years: Brian Boru, St Patrick, and Daniel O’Connell.
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A Storyteller’s last ode

  • February 3, 2022
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Remembering Colm Keane (1951-2022) and his last contribution to the writing sphere - The Book of St. Brigid
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The Deserted Village

  • January 30, 2022
  • Gabriel Fitzmaurice
One of Fitzmaurice's uncollected poems, "The Deserted Village" portrays the despair of rural Irish culture in an urbanised present.
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Medb, Ireland’s beautiful queen of Connacht

  • January 10, 2022
  • Mark Joyce
Queen Medb (pronounced 'Mave') was the Queen of Connacht. She was famed for her beauty, her legendary cattle raid, and her death - which may surprise you.
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