Glenn Baskett, Newtownforbes has dyed his hair green in an effort to raise some much needed funds for the Irish Cancer Society which is currently running a Shave of Dye fundraiser in conjunction with the Today FM’s Ray D’arcy Show.

Queues of supporters gathered for the Semi Final of the Longford Youth Factor last Saturday night and the talent showcased did not disappoint.

A comedy evening with a difference is set to take place at Arva’s Breffni Arms Hotel later this month.

Known simply as The Ryans, Jacky (68) and Paddy (23) are a father and son duo who are also the recent winners of the Best New Irish Act in the international Irish Music Awards. In addition they were nominated for the Best Duo.

Already some of Ireland`s top dance acts have performed at the Landmark Hotel and Sunday night dancing continues on Sunday 5th February with Louisiana man Robert Mizzell and his fabulous Country Kings who will entertain fans with his lively country dance music and down home American songs.

Barry Norman, the ultimate authority on movies, has interviewed most of the best loved stars of the silver screen.