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The star studded cast of the SPAR Panto, Cinderella, were out in force to launch this yearÕs show which runs at University Concert Hall, Limerick from December 18th. The fairytale cast, in full costume, looked very much at home in the beautiful garden room surrounds of House, Limerick. Panto debut in a starring role will … Read more
Every year, in Limerick over 150 parents, families and professionals are affected by the devastation of losing a child or young person suddenly. 2016 has seen an increase of 68% in the number of notifications to FirstLight – an organisation that provides professional supports during these traumatic events. During 2015 the FirstLight hotline received 243 calls. … Read more
Limerick LGBTI Pride Festival 2016 got under way last week with a number of special events held for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex (LGBTI) communities in the city, as well as the wider Limerick public. As always, there was an educational aspect to the Limerick LGBTI Pride Festival 2016. Support … Read more
The excitement is building up as the countdown for the ECOC jury panel’s review of Limerick on Tuesday, July 12 starts coming closer. Limerick has got one last chance to push the city’s European Capital of Culture Limerick 2020 bid with a spectacular street party to celebrate the magical journey of the campaign. While … Read more
Caseys Centra host Love Thy Neighbour Summer Carnival in aid of the Mid West Simon Community and Limerick Marine Search and Rescue takes place on Thursday June 16, from noon until 3 pm, at the Caseys Centra store, Mount Kenneth on the Dock Road. Munster Rugby star Duncan Casey, actor Myles Breen and Richard … Read more
The Sparkle & Shine Easter Ball 2016 in association with the Keith Duffy Foundation will take place on Easter Bank Holiday weekend, Saturday, March 26th, at the Limerick Strand Hotel. Miriam O Callaghan, one of RTE’s most loved and respected presenters will co- present the evening along with former Boyzone star, actor and philanthropist Keith Duffy. … Read more
Limerick rugby legend Paul O Connell was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Science at a ceremony in front of 1,000 invited guests on Thursday November 5, 2015. The former Ireland captain, who bowed out of international rugby after picking up a hamstring injury at the World Cup last month, is the 100th person to receive an … Read more
Limerick Going for Gold 2015, which for the first time included the communities across Limerick City and County, featured a prize pool of over €76,000, courtesy of the JP McManus Charitable Foundation. the JP McManus Charitable Foundation. Castleconnell were named as the overall winner in the Challenge category at Limerick Going for Gold Competition 2015, receiving … Read more