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Troubled and Two Pints were the perfect plays
I TOOK a dander through to the Edinburgh Fringe to see a couple of plays.

L J Sexton
Sep 11, 20254 min read


A devotion to three chords and the truth!
WELCOME back to a stramash in the goalmouth of Rock n Roll. This month, I’m delighted to introduce you all to my dear friend, co-writer and someone I admire greatly as both a singer and artist/performer, Glasgow’s very own rising superstar in country music, Kevin McGuire

John McLaughlin
Aug 7, 20255 min read


All-Britain Fleadh points to a bright future for our musicians
THE All-Britain Fleadh took place during the last weekend of June and for those attending from Scotland they weren’t just bathed in sunshine, they were bathed with medals too.

Paddy Callaghan
Aug 4, 20253 min read


A tale of intrigue set in rural Donegal
WHEN Glaswegian Paul O’Donaghue ends up in lockdown after travelling to a small village on the north coast of Donegal for his mother’s funeral, he’s not unduly worried.
Michael Brady
Aug 1, 20254 min read


Catriona takes us on a special journey From Grief to Gratitude
IT'S NOT often I’d say someone feels like a long lost soul sister before actually meeting them, but that’s exactly how I felt when I read From Grief to Gratitude, a beautifully honest and heartfelt memoir written by Catriona Whyte, documenting her life journey and experiences of grief and loss and her subsequent road to healing.

L J Sexton
Jul 26, 20254 min read


A day to remember for St Roch’s Marching Band
AN INFLUX from Scotland is not unusual when Donegal have business at Croke Park, but this year’s football semi-final at the home of the...
Dan McGinty
Jul 26, 20253 min read


It was a festival of traditional music that left us all Reeling!
THE first full weekend of June once again played host to one of Scotland’s biggest traditional music weekends as the Reeling Festival celebrated its biggest and best year yet.

Paddy Callaghan
Jul 2, 20253 min read


A Destination Wedding in Donegal
SAYING ‘I do’ is about so much more than ever it was. It is expected that every element of the occasion reflects the joy of the new couple and their tastes.
Mary McGinty
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Music, football and a Milton upbringing!
HELLO everyone! I’m John Ignatius McLaughlin—aka Johnny Mac from my band Johnny Mac and The Faithful.

John McLaughlin
Jun 21, 20255 min read


Peadar Brown’s is the place for you!
NESTLED on Clanbrassil Street, just a short stroll from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Peadar Brown’s is a throwback to a different Dublin—a Dublin that remembers its roots, embraces its culture, and doesn’t mind ruffling a few feathers along the way.
The Irish Voice
Jun 17, 20252 min read


A land of stories and storytellers
READING is hugely beneficial, but sure you don’t need me to tell that. Both from an educational point of view and for your mental health it’s a win-win past time.

L J Sexton
Jun 9, 20256 min read


Scottish successes at World Championships
THE recent World Irish Dancing Championships in Dublin saw Scottish schools enjoy great success once again, proving the continuing popularity of the sport in Scotland.
Michael Brady
May 29, 20254 min read


A weekend celebration of Irish culture at the Scottish Fleadh
THE recent Scottish Fleadh hosted across the weekend of April 26 and 27 proved to be the biggest ever in what was a weekend celebration of Irish culture.

Paddy Callaghan
May 20, 20253 min read


Scottish Fleadh comes to East Renfrewshire
THE annual Scottish Fleadh—the festival of Irish music and culture—will this year take place in Woodfarm High School, East Renfrewshire over the weekend of April 26 and 27
The Irish Voice
Apr 20, 20252 min read


Path to All-Ireland glory begins with Scottish Fleadh
APRIL is set to see a record breaking Scottish Fleadh with hundreds of competitors taking to the stage performing in music, song and dance

Paddy Callaghan
Apr 18, 20253 min read


Parade was a source of pride and a milestone for our community
THE time to openly celebrate Irish culture in Glasgow has finally come in a symbolic way with the cultural parade

Paddy Callaghan
Apr 3, 20252 min read


Andrew has his sights set on the Worlds
11-year-old Irish dancer, Andrew Nelson has his sights set on his first ever World Championships in Dublin this month
Michael Brady
Apr 1, 20252 min read


Whiskey will always Trump politics
MARCH is always one month of joy for the Irish and especially the drinks industry as we drink to celebrate one of our patron saints

Mickey Mullan
Mar 31, 20252 min read


Musician celebrates milestone birthday
CELEBRATIONS will be taking place this month on both sides of the Irish Sea for the 100th birthday of much-loved musician, Willie Devine...
Brendan McHugh
Mar 26, 20253 min read


Mixing traditions at Ceilidh Plus
THE Irish Consulate has thrown its weight behind an event that will bring together dancing style from Scotland, Ireland and Bulgaria
Gerard Gough
Mar 13, 20252 min read
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