Irish tricolour shouldn’t be used to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in NI, says DUP councillor
The politician’s comments have provoked a strong reaction online. A DUP councillor has caused a stir after saying that the Irish tricolour should not be used to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Northern Ireland. Dungannon councillor Clement Cuthbertson took to Facebook earlier this week to issue what he called “an annual reminder” ahead of St […]
4 months ago
Met Eireann predicts snow and sleet as warm weather set to come to an end
This week is expected to remain dry but temperatures are set to drop. The sunshine enjoyed lately in Ireland looks set to continue, however, a significant drop in temperature is expected, Met Eireann have said. In some regions of the country, there could be showers of snow or sleet. However, many people will be happy […]
1 year ago
The weather for St. Patrick’s Day is not looking good as Met Éireann issues two warnings
Met Éireann says that its current indications suggest St Patrick’s Day will be “showery”. Met Éireann has issued its national forecast for the next few days and sadly, conditions on St. Patrick’s Day are set to be less than ideal. Before then, according to the Irish meteorological service, Wednesday morning will be cloudy as rain […]
3 years ago
Dublin Airport issues advice to passengers ahead of busy St. Patrick’s Day weekend
Important information for those travelling in the coming days through the airport. Dublin Airport has issued fresh advice to passengers ahead of what is set to be a busy weekend. According to its operator, daa, around 432,000 passengers will pass through Dublin Airport over the coming St Patrick’s Day weekend. As St Patrick’s Day falls […]
3 years ago
Michael D Higgins calls for unity with Ukraine in heartfelt St Patrick’s Day message
“Let us join with all those who stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine.” President Michael D Higgins has addressed the nation on St Patrick’s Day with a heartfelt message calling for solidarity with the people of Ukraine. He said that a dark shadow has been “cast across our world as we witness the unfolding […]
4 years ago
Taoiseach tests positive for Covid-19 in Washington during St Patrick’s Day visit
It’s understood that the Taoiseach is self-isolating and feeling well. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has tested positive for Covid-19. He is currently in Washington D.C. for St Patrick’s Day-related celebrations. He will now no longer be able to meet with US president Joe Biden in person on Thursday as part of the traditional shamrock ceremony at […]
4 years ago