A review of rates for businesses that are struggling with rising costs and decreasing footfall has been called for. The Dail debated an urgent motion calling for a review of rates, with Jobs and Enterprise Spokesperson, Willie O’Dea, stating that small employers in particular are suffering in the current economy. “Businesses are struggling with rising […]
Sad Farewell to Julie-Anne Dineen
Limerick is this week mourning a woman who worked tirelessly and used her singing talents to raise money for breast cancer. Julie-Anne Dineen was diagnosed with breast cancer more than three years ago and then became an ambassador for fundraising for the cause. She released her charity single “Do You Believe,” which reached no 1 […]
New Tourist Office opens in Rathkeale
Plans to develop Rathkeale as a visitor attraction have been boosted by the opening of a tourist office in the town. And the community council, which is behind the initiative, hopes to produce a visitor brochure before the tourist season opens next year. The tourist office is located in the community centre and is combined […]
No Return for Limerick’s floating Christmas tree
Limerick’s iconic floating Christmas tree will not return to the river this year, Limerick City Council have confirmed. The 100 feet tree, made entirely of recycled metals – some from the stand in Thomond Park – has been a fixture at Christmas, but has had its problems, including toppling over earlier this year. “Even though […]
Have I Got Worms For You Too?
“I Got Worms” the most photographed , bait , fishing tackle , archery , and shooting accessory store has now opened at 19 Ellen Street Limerick.Steve , in this business for the last thirty years is looking forward to meeting old and new friends alike. Everything you require is available in the store for all […]
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Gaelic version of Frank McCourt’s, Angela’s Ashes to be launched in New York
The Irish language publication of the Pulitzer Prize winning memoir will be launched at the Irish Consulate General, at 5:30-7:30p.m., on 15th November, as part of Imagine Ireland, Culture Ireland’s year of Irish arts in America. Angela’s Ashes has sold millions of copies and been translated into over 25 languages. However, until now, the Irish […]
The Holy Bible, English Standard Version
The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is an essentially literal Bible translation that combines word-for-word precision and accuracy with literary excellence, beauty, and depth of meaning. The ESV Bible is equipped with an enhanced navigation feature. Kindle’s index feature can be used to navigate directly to any verse. This feature is not supported on the […]
Pride and Prejudice
When Elizabeth Bennet first meets eligible bachelor Fitzwilliam Darcy, she thinks him arrogant and conceited; he is indifferent to her good looks and lively mind. When she later discovers that Darcy has involved himself in the troubled relationship between his friend Bingley and her beloved sister Jane, she is determined to dislike him more than […]
