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Longford Leader Editorial: Gay Byrne was a voice for those who had been silenced

There was genuine sadness across County Longford last Monday afternoon when news broke of the death of veteran RTÉ broadcaster Gay Byrne. For many he was the voice of their childhood — the signature jingle of his radio show signalling that they were ...

11 Nov 2019 at 14:00

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Impact of social media on LGBT community in Longford highlighted by helpline

Growing numbers of LGBT people are choosing to come out online in Longford and around the country, according to the LGBT Helpline, the national support service for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people. The organisation held an event with ...

15 Jun 2017 at 21:00

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Longford mourns the loss of the nation's broadcasting ‘giant’ Uncle Gaybo

At the age of 85, the man described as the voice of the nation, Gay Byrne, passed away following a battle with cancer. The broadcaster was best known for his prowess and comfortable nature on camera, as well as his deep passion for producing ...

06 Nov 2019 at 11:23

National News

10 iconic moments from Gay Byrne's RTE career

The death of broadcasting legend Gay Byrne was announced on Monday following a long illness. From the Rose of Tralee to the Late Late Show, 'Gaybo' was a beloved personality and a true icon of Irish life. We will always have the memories: 1....

04 Nov 2019 at 17:26

National News

Christmas charity single honours the memory of young journalist killed in hit-and-run

IN A TOUCHING tribute to the late Joe Drennan, Irish folk artist Emma Langford and journalist Molly Cantwell have come together to release a Christmas charity single. The duo has covered Joni Mitchell's unconventional Christmas track, ...

20 Dec 2023 at 14:58

National News

Broadcaster and wife of Gay Byrne Kathleen Watkins has passed away

The highly successful broadcaster, writer and musician Kathleen Watkins has passed away at the age of 90. Kathleen was the wife of the late Gay Byrne, one of Ireland's most legendary presenters. She sadly died on Thursday morning, 7 ...

07 Nov 2024 at 13:57

Arts & Entertainment

Cultural phenomenon 'Hamilton' to kick-off its Irish run in Dublin on Friday

The award-winning musical 'Hamilton' is set to kick-off its Dublin run on Friday 20 September in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. This is the first time that the hit American show will be presented to Irish audiences. There was ...

19 Sept 2024 at 09:21

Arts & Entertainment

Award-winning play known for stunning visual effects comes to Ireland in 2024

An award-winning theatre production with stunning visuals is coming to Ireland in 2024. Five-time Olivier Award-winning play 'Life of Pi' will run at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from February 27 to March 2, 2024, with ...

28 Dec 2023 at 14:43

National News

Second price cut for Bord Gais could save you up to €1000 annually

Good news for Bord Gais Energy customers! The company is cutting prices for the second time in just four months. Starting from February 29, 2024, residential customers will see a 10% reduction in electricity unit ...

17 Jan 2024 at 08:43

President leads tributes to Kathleen Watkins after her death aged 90

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Taoiseach leads tributes to Kathleen Watkins after her death at 90

The Irish president has led tributes to broadcaster, writer and musician Kathleen Watkins following her death at the age of 90. Watkins was the first continuity announcer to appear on Telefis Eireann (later ...

07 Nov 2024 at 17:56

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Ronan Keating tearful in Boyzone documentary as he recalls Stephen Gately grief

Ronan Keating has tearfully recalled the grief among his Boyzone bandmates after Stephen Gately’s death, a trailer for a new documentary shows. Boyzone: No Matter What sees the Irish group’s stars Ronan ...

14 Jan 2025 at 10:19

National News

500 same-sex marriages took place in Ireland last year, CSO reveals

Five hundred same-sex marriages took place in Ireland last year. That's according to the latest Marriages report released today (Friday April 29) from the Central Statistics Office (CSO), which also ...

29 Apr 2022 at 12:32

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