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Melissa Carton

Melissa Carton

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Denise Chaila wins Album of the Year at RTÉ Choice Music Prize awards
Music

Denise Chaila wins Album of the Year at RTÉ Choice Music Prize awards

Well deserved. Despite releasing her album Go Bravely during the pandemic, Denise Chaila is one of the biggest music success stories of the last few years. Her chart topping hit Chaila was appearing in adverts only weeks after its release and now the young musician has another music feather in her cap after winning Best […]

Simon Harris warns Limerick students could be expelled for attending street party
News

Simon Harris warns Limerick students could be expelled for attending street party

The incident occurred yesterday. Earlier today it was reported that Gardaí responded to a large house party yesterday taking place in Limerick. This occurred after Gardaí received reports of a street party which was taking place on Carysfort Avenue, College Court, Castletroy, Co. Limerick yesterday evening Tuesday, March 2. Three persons were arrested at the […]

We finally know the plots of missing It’s A Sin episodes
Entertainment

We finally know the plots of missing It’s A Sin episodes

Can’t believe we didn’t get to see this. It’s A Sin has been one of the most popular shows of 2021 so far, with both critical and fan acclaim (even Elton John has been singing its praises). The show, which consists of five episodes, was originally supposed to be eight episodes long with the final […]

PICS: Three arrested following street party in Limerick
News

PICS: Three arrested following street party in Limerick

Gardaí responded to reports of a large house party yesterday. Gardaí in Henry Street received reports of a street party which was taking place on Carysfort Avenue, College Court, Castletroy, Co. Limerick yesterday evening Tuesday, March 2. A policing operation was put in place and a significant number of Garda units attended the scene. Garda […]

Kilkenny Design Launches #WomensDayEveryDay Open Letter Platform
Life

Kilkenny Design Launches #WomensDayEveryDay Open Letter Platform

A fantastic idea. Kilkenny Design is calling on everyone in Ireland to celebrate the amazing women in their life, not only during March, but 365 days a year. As part of the campaign, Kilkenny Design has set up an open letter platform on their website which enables users to re-ignite the art of handwriting and […]

Maura Higgins slams Dancing On Ice scoring ahead of finale
Entertainment

Maura Higgins slams Dancing On Ice scoring ahead of finale

She didn’t hold back. While Maura Higgins may be most well known for her stint on Love Island, she’s recently made waves by hitting our at another popular TV show. Higgins says that she is far from impressed at this year’s judging panel on Dancing on Ice has she feels that are much more lenient […]

Coronation Street cast pay tribute to the passing of Johnny Briggs
Entertainment

Coronation Street cast pay tribute to the passing of Johnny Briggs

A sad day for Coronation Street fans. In the 61 years that Coronation Street has been on the air, there have been many faces that have walked the famous cobblestones. One of the streets most iconic characters is of course Mike Baldwin played by Johnny Briggs, who was part of the main cast from 1976 […]

WATCH: Honest ad about breastfeeding struggles airs during Golden Globes
Health

WATCH: Honest ad about breastfeeding struggles airs during Golden Globes

A powerful message. Whenever major American award ceremonies or sporting events come around you can always be sure of some impactful advertising. One advert in particular that stood out to many during last night’s Golden Globes by a postpartum company called Frida Mom and as a mother who breastfed I can see why. The commercial […]

“I have reached my goal” Vicky Phelan sees son Darragh’s 10th birthday
News

“I have reached my goal” Vicky Phelan sees son Darragh’s 10th birthday

Phelan is currently undergoing treatment in America. The last few weeks have had a lot of ups and downs for cervical cancer activist Vicky Phelan. In January the 47-year-old mother flew to the United States to begin a new cancer treatment only for her Instagram account to be hacked a couple of weeks later. Luckily […]

5 fabulous gifts for Mother’s Day that are a little bit different
Style

5 fabulous gifts for Mother’s Day that are a little bit different

Something special for someone special. With Mother’s Day just around the corner we’ve all got our thinking hats on when it comes to the best gift to get. The last couple of Mother’s Days it has been challenging both because all shopping has to be done online, no in person browsing, but also because many […]