Obituaries for Monday, June 30, 2008 Jun 30, 2008
Ruth took great pleasure in her frequent trips to Ireland, where she had reconnected with relatives there. Ruth died on an excursion to Chicago, treating her grandchildren to a day s shopping on the Miracle Mile. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Dollar millionaires top 10m Jun 25, 2008
Numbers rise in developing economies, but Ireland sees fall in wealthy individuals ... Ireland was one of the few countries last year in which the number of dollar millionaires fell - by 4% to 20,000 - reflecting a slide in the Dublin stockmarket, inflationary pressures and a downturn in the property market. (guardian.co.uk)
Riding the waves around the world: Amateur radio operators do more than just ham it up; they can provide vital communication in times of need Jun 24, 2008
I figured that s as far as I could go, but I ve talked to Fiji, Australia, Japan, Germany, France, Russia, Spain, England, Ireland. What do you discuss with people you meet over ham radio. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Star turn puts pizzazz into Kensington sale Jun 21, 2008
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TV entertainers head honours list Jun 14, 2008
MBEs go to Northern Ireland and Fulham striker David Healy and Cyrille Regis, one of the first black football stars in the modern English game ... Former policeman Dr Michael Paterson, who had both his arms blown off in an IRA attack and went on to become one of the leading clinical psychologists in Europe dealing with trauma becomes an OBE for services to healthcare in Northern Ireland. (BBC News -- UK)
Tom Lefroy, the real-life inspiration behind Darcy Jun 11, 2008
Three years later Lefroy married the heiress Mary Paul and had a successful legal career, becoming chief justice of Ireland and dying at 93. He named his eldest daughter Jane - scant compensation for Austen, who never married. (Times Online)
Lewiston Faces: Pesavento finds DeSotos, people enrich life Jun 11, 2008
Les has been to Italy, Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales and France, to name a few place he s visited. He s also traveled all over the United States looking for auto parts and old cars. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Tickets on Sale for Star Studded Icons of Music II Auction Benefiting Music Rising, Taking Place Saturday, May 31st at Hard Rock Cafe New York in Times Square May 22, 2008
Highlights from the Icons of Music II auction have toured the world, already making stops at The Museo De La Moda in Santiago, Chile and The Museum of Style Icons at Newbridge Silverware in Conty Kildare, Ireland. The impressive exhibit will next make its way to the Celebrity Vault in Beverly Hills before its final stop at Hard Rock Cafe New York in Times Square. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pieces of Bob Hope history to be auctioned May 20, 2008
The items will then be shown at a press event in London, followed by a 10-day display at Newbridge Silverwares Museum of Style Icons in County Kildare, Ireland, one of Hopes favorite countries to visit. All items will be returned to Los Angeles for the actual auction in October. (MSNBC -- News)
A home that runs in the blood Apr 4, 2008
As it happens, the two were never in the house at the same time until they actually took possession in 2005 which was right after their honeymoon in Ireland ... "When we got back from Ireland, we went to the house together for the first time and I made him carry me over the threshold," Ms. MacDonald recalls. (Globe and Mail)
Weekend entertainment guide Mar 28, 2008
ROUNDABOUT: photographs of Ireland by Guy Cali, STAR Gallery, second floor, The Mall at Steamtown. C.O.A.L. MINE: by Constance Denchy and Nathan and Ronald Sestack, Third, Forum Tower, 222 Linden St.. (Scranton Times, PA)
Murphys Irish Day 2008 Mar 5, 2008
Win a Trip to Ireland. An Irish Day tradition is the Win a Trip to Ireland raffle ... While in Ireland the travelers will have open vouchers redeemable at Bed and Breakfast establishments sprinkled throughout the entire country. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Wartime clerk set for literary fame Mar 2, 2008
The Livingstones came from Northern Ireland originally, and wee Tommy turned out to be a star pupil, winning a bursary from Glasgow University where he became a lecturer in English literature. Eventually he moved to Morpeth, in Northumberland, where he died in 1995, which explains why the diaries came to be in this part of the country. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Florists moving beyond the norm Feb 10, 2008
" Popular Valentine's options at Yarbrough's shop includes lilies, Bells of Ireland, irises and "any kind of Holland flowers," including tulips. Romines bulks up on dendrobium orchids. Featuring multiple blooms per stem, such a flower makes the price worthwhile, she said, given the high-style aesthetic. "Because they're unusual and real elegant looking," she said. A diversified color palette can also be a bonus to working with rose-less arrangements. The orchids, for instance, come in multiple... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Background: 'The Antiques Rogue Show' Jan 29, 2008
The institutions approached included the British Museum, Tates Modern and Liverpool, the Henry Moore Museum in Leeds, museums in Manchester, Chester, Liverpool, Ireland and Dresden, and the auction houses of Sotheby's, Christie's, Philllips and Bonhams. The Vided funds. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
New Zealand bids farewell to Sir Edmund Hillary Jan 23, 2008
The congregation was joined by dignitaries and diplomats from many nations, including Britain, the U.S., Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, Nepal, Russia and Tonga, as well as the four surviving members of the original 14-strong 1953 Mt. Everest climbing team. New Zealand Alpine Club members formed an honor guard outside the church, holding ice axes aloft as the casket was carried through their lines. (International Herald Tribune)
Local girl will travel to Europe for 20 day tour in June Jan 11, 2008
On the tour, Youtsey will travel to England, Wales and Ireland with about 20 other students through the People to People Topeka delegation. The delegation will depart at the beginning of June. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Priest collects wisdom from multiple magi Jan 10, 2008
Horsehair figures from Chile share cabinet space with representations in porcelain from Sicily, crystal from Ireland, olive wood from Bethlehem, clay from Great Britain, straw and metal from the Philippines and mussel shells from Cape May. A handful of fancy collectibles by Lennox, Boehm and Lladro co-exist peacefully with humble kings of bread dough, candy, cornstalks, animal bones and papier-mache. (Springfield Sun, PA)
China bans free plastic shopping bags Jan 10, 2008
Internationally, legislation to discourage plastic bag use has been passed in parts of South Africa, Ireland and Taiwan, where authorities either tax shoppers who use them or impose fees on companies that distribute them. Bangladesh already bans them, as do at least 30 remote Alaskan villages. (International Herald Tribune)
Tree treasures Dec 23, 2007
The tree holds souvenirs from trips to Missouri, Ireland and Pennsylvania, as well as child-made crafts tokens of Loranger s long career as a teacher. From the lowest branches hang shiny globes, including one on which a ballerina is painted. (Montana Standard, MT)
Tech Gifts For Gadget Lovers Dec 11, 2007
Top international newspapers from France, Germany, and Ireland; Le Monde, Frankfurter Allgemeine, and The Irish Times-all auto-delivered wirelessly. More than 250 top blogs from the worlds of business, technology, sports, entertainment, and politics, including BoingBoing, Slashdot, TechCrunch, ESPN's Bill Simmons, The Onion, Michelle Malkin, and The Huffington Post-all updated wirelessly throughout the day. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Entertaining at home Dec 9, 2007
() -- For many homeowners, it's an answer to the old, 'Every time I have a party, everyone ends up in the kitchen,'" says Jay Haverson, a Greenwich, Connecticut, architect who has designed half-a-dozen built-in bars in the last year. This bar might only seat two, but it serves dozens when the Pacific Palisades, California, homeowners throw a party. But that mental image of a paneled basement rec room, foosball tables, and Uncle Herman's beer mug collection? Forget it. Today's bars sit in... (CNN)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Art association announces show winners Nov 27, 2007
"All donations to the campaign are tax-deductible and support the five core programs offered at the club, which are Character and Leadership Development; Education and Career Development; the Arts; Health and Life Skills; Sports, Fitness and Recreation.People interested in supporting the campaign should contact the club at (760) 728-5871. Various levels of sponsorship are available.LIFE at MiraCosta to meetOCEANSIDE -- LIFE at MiraCosta College, a lifelong learning group, will meet at 1 p.m.... (North County Times)
Get Your Irish Up Nov 27, 2007
The unexpected truth is that today's Ireland is home to some of the top shopping in the western world ... This Castle Market gem is the flagship for designer Helen McAlinden, Ireland's answer to Donna Karan. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
St. Pancras Champagne Bar Sells Krug 1949 for $5,567, May Be Bargain Buy Nov 26, 2007
Holmes, who lives on an estate in Ireland's Comeragh mountains, said he was on a visit to London with his wife Suzanne when they visited St. Pancras and wandered into the champagne bar. The staff were friendly and helpful and I had a look through the list and saw some marvelous things,'' he said in a telephone interview from Dungarvan, Ireland. (Bloomberg -- UK)
So many pretty places Nov 9, 2007
When planning a trip to Ireland, the challenge is in choosing a few places in which to spend time from an overwhelming selection of beautiful places ... It was billed as one of the "Great Fishing Houses" of Ireland, but if my experience was any indication, the fishing is great no longer ... I chose Ballyvolane because it was close to the Blackwater River, one of Ireland's best salmon streams, but as luck would have it, a two-week stretch without rain had the left it too low and clear to be any... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
More of this story Nov 4, 2007
The exhibition will include 90 contemporary quilts by 81 artists from around the nation, Canada, Japan and Ireland. For a list of participating artists and where they are from, visit www. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Regional calendar Oct. 25 edition Oct 26, 2007
Shalom Ireland Temple Emmanuel, Weizmann Hall, 120 Chestnut St, Wakefield, Monday, Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m. Sisterhood of Temple Emmanuel, presents Rachel Axelbank with Shalom Ireland The public is invited at no charge. For more info 781-245-1886 (leave a message) www. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Bulletin board: Oct. 4, 2007 Oct 4, 2007
The sport originated more than 300 years ago in Ireland. For information, contact Ken McClintic at Holly Rover State Park, P.O. Box 40, Hacker Valley, WV 26222 or call 493-6353. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Sep 25, 2007
Ireland is named 'best country. Judge blasts Kyle show as 'trash. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
10 things to do this weekend Sep 21, 2007
Life-sized basswood carving of a Voyageur canoe by Ralph Ireland. KICK. If you have a little one who dreams of being a Broadway star, here's her chance to show her stuff. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Delavan Optimists cruise in this Saturday Sep 13, 2007
Scott Ireland will be the DJ for the evening. All proceeds from the raffle and the shirt, hat, and 50/50 drawings go to the Delavan Optimists to help fund projects for the youth of the community, including Christmas families, vacation Bible school, library programs, school supplies, and science fair participation. (Pekin Times, IL)
Top UK Exports & Imports Aug 27, 2007
With a population of some 61 million, the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland (also referred to as Britain) exported US$53. 4 billion worth of merchandise to the United States in 2006, up 4. (Suite101.com)
Esporta spoils Halabis record Aug 19, 2007
The best pub gardens, moonlit walks, ice cream, boat rides, festivals, beaches, picnics, cottages in Britain (and a couple in Ireland). Photo Galleries. (Times Online)
RETIRE OVERSEAS on $19/day! Two FREE Reports! Aug 18, 2007
castles for sale in Ireland ... or actually buy your own cottage in Ireland or chalet in the Alps ... electronics in Taiwan, clothing in Hong Kong, leather goods in Morocco, gemstones in Brazil and Colombia, antique furniture and paintings in Great Britain, horses in Ireland, blankets in Mexico, leather goods in Uruguay, watches in Switzerland, the list goes on and on. (Newsmax)
British classics take on the blockbusters Jul 11, 2007
The UK Film Council's Digital Screen Network is a unique scheme involving more than 200 cinemas in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It has been funded with 12m of lottery funding. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
The Scene | This Week in social and charity events Jun 19, 2007
The Cleveland Council on World Affairs will host ``Night of the Celtic Tiger -- A Celebration of Ireland'' beginning at 7 p.m. at the InterContinental Hotel rence Center, 9801 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland ... University Hospitals Ireland Cancer Center will benefit from ``Chef to the Stars,'' Wolfgang Puck's 2007 Five Star Sensation extravaganza of food and wine at 7 p.m. at the site of the future University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center at Chagrin Highlands in Beachwood. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
RETIRE OVERSEAS! Expert Advice, New Low Price Jun 18, 2007
castles for sale in Ireland ... or actually buy your own cottage in Ireland or chalet in the Alps ... how you can pay for your travel expenses (and then some) to many places simply by shopping for bargains---electronics in Taiwan, clothing in Hong Kong, leather goods in Morocco, gemstones in Brazil and Colombia, antique furniture and paintings in Great Britain, horses in Ireland, blankets in Mexico, leather goods in Uruguay, watches in Switzerland, the list goes on and on. (Newsmax)
From two antique buildings, a bed-and-breakfast was born May 12, 2007
The house was built around 1796 by Thomas Bigger, a weaver who emigrated with his wife, Elizabeth, from County Antrim in Northern Ireland in 1773. After landing in Chambersburg, Mr. Bigger followed a brother, Samuel, across the Alleghenies to McKeesport. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Artists trapped in gallery dispute Apr 30, 2007
The Ireland native lives in a cluttered apartment that doubles as his studio. It's a simple life made harder lately by the seizure of 17 oil paintings that Corley, 63, had for sale on consignment at Style de Vie, a Palm Beach shop that was run by Tyler Jay Halperyn, a man with a checkered financial past. (The Palm Beach Post)
Dive into 'Body Surfing' Apr 26, 2007
Excerpt from 'Body Surfing' - USATODAY.com. Sign up to receive our free Books e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today -- Life)
Sleep like and with royalty Apr 13, 2007
Over the last few years, royals who have inherited castles in current or former titled strongholds of nobility like Scotland, Ireland, England, Italy and have decided to open their palatial estates to outsiders ... Guests of Glin Castle in County Limerick, Ireland will no doubt encounter Desmond FitzGerald, the 29th Knight of Glin, whose family has owned the land for some 800 years and who still lives in the castle with his family ... Glin CastleThe Glin Castle in County Limerick, Ireland, is... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Singer Marie Osmond to divorce Apr 1, 2007
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Singer Marie Osmond and husband divorcing after 20 years Mar 31, 2007
Ireland, cracking down on drunk driving, arrests senior traffic safety police officer. DUBLIN, Ireland (AP) -- A senior police officer tasked with promoting road safety has been arrested on suspicion of driving drunk -- the most high-profile arrest in a nationwide crackdown on the once-widespread practice in Ireland ... Police Superintendent Jim Fitzgerald, who oversees road safety in part of western Ireland, was arrested Thursday night after a member of the public reported him driving... (North County Times)
Forensic team prepares to exhume Houdini's body to determine whether he was poisoned Mar 24, 2007
Woolmer was strangled Sunday in his hotel room, a day after his team was upset by Ireland ... The coach was last seen going to his room Saturday night after the Pakistan team, normally a world powerhouse, was upset by underdog Ireland in the first round of the World Cup. (North County Times)
Unseasonal greetings Mar 11, 2007
Ireland has the Spire of Dublin. Westford has Omer Guillemette's Santa. (Boston Globe -- Local)
Ryanair's Cheap Europe Flights Spur Surgeon Commutes, Vacation Home Frenzy Feb 22, 2007
Ryanair, started in 1985 to fly between Ireland and the U.K., jumped at the opportunity ... He and his family founded Ryanair, starting with flights between Waterford in southeast Ireland and Gatwick Airport, 28 miles south of London. (Bloomberg)
Good food, hospitality served at Soup Shack, Sugar Loaf Cabins Feb 15, 2007
But perhaps, Elliot, a child from Dublin, Ireland, said it best: Elliot says it should be worldwide. Untitled Document. (Helena Independent Record)
Twenty special places to rent in Ireland Feb 3, 2007
From a crooked cottage to a Gaelic castle find the perfect St Patrick's Day hideaway with our exclusive extracts from Alastair Sawday's latest Special Places to Stay guide to Ireland, published tomorrowTake a ... With a love of her Native American culture, she came to Tibetan Buddhism and is involved with the local inter-faith forum trying to heal some of Northern Irelands political wounds ... Climb the ridge up to Mount Gabriel for huge panoramic views, walk up to Dunmanus Bay to watch the... (Guardian Unlimited -- Travel)
Chenoweth takes a bite from 'The Apple Tree' Feb 3, 2007
The play is set in the village of Inishmore on an island off the Southeast coast of Ireland, where most of the characters are involved in splinter groups of the Irish Republican Army ... Straight Outta Ireland ... With dozens of events honoring Ireland's patron saint throughout Southwest Florida -- some rowdier than others -- we decided to record the sights and sounds from several Charlotte, Manatee and Sarasota pubs. (Herald-Tribune)
Bloody Inishmore is a comic gem Feb 1, 2007
The play is set in the village of Inishmore on an island off the Southeast coast of Ireland, where most of the characters are involved in splinter groups of the Irish Republican Army ... The play is set in the village of Inishmore on an island off the Southeast coast of Ireland, where most of the characters are involved in splinter groups of the Irish Republican Army ... Straight Outta Ireland. (Herald-Tribune)
My yummy Valentine Jan 27, 2007
Gordon Ramsay added two Michelin stars to his burgeoning empire yesterday as a record number of restaurants in the UK and Ireland were included in the industry's gold-standard guide ... The restaurant industry gold standard-bearer, the Michelin Guide, has awarded its coveted stars to 122 restaurants in Britain and Ireland. (Guardian Unlimited -- Travel)
'Golda' is staying Jan 27, 2007
Straight Outta Ireland ... With dozens of events honoring Ireland's patron saint throughout Southwest Florida -- some rowdier than others -- we decided to record the sights and sounds from several Charlotte, Manatee and Sarasota pubs. (Herald-Tribune)
A master of what could be Jan 4, 2007
He studied carpentry in school in Limerick, Ireland, and then in the mid-'80s moved to Greenwich, England, where he learned to restore wood paneling in the homes of aristocrats. Today, in a Culver City, Calif. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Last-gasp saloon: Paid leave and free patches for smokers in year ... Jan 2, 2007
Scotland and Ireland have done it, and the results have been positive ... The experiences of Ireland and Scotland, which have already introduced bans on smoking in enclosed public places, are mixed ... Perhaps surprisingly the ban has proved almost as popular with smokers as non-smokers in Ireland and Scotland. (Independent)
