It is wonderful see the young seedlings that were sown a few weeks ago beginning to appear over the ground. The first leaves of lettuce, chard, and other salad plants remind us of sunny summer days, lighter food, and outdoor dining. However, this is also the time to think of […]
It’s honestly a mad world. Two months ago we were talking about the pandemic, lockdowns, vaccinations and today we are talking about war. I’m not a foreign policy expert or a medical professional. I’ll leave the analyses to the experts, but of course as a human, I am affected by […]
In the past a lot of people used to ‘pigeonhole’ car owners. Mercedes were traditionally reserved for Managing Directors of companies, the Ford Cortina was for farmers, Minis were for young females and so on. I suppose it did make sense at one time and I agree that Suzuki cars […]
Who knew that the exciting world of Formula 1 racing could be so close to home? Innishannon native Michael Manning has put West Cork onto the racing map as a Red Bull Trackside Control Engineer, playing a huge part in Max Verstappen’s driver title victory in 2021. As another season […]
You might be surprised to hear that behind the Fruit Hill Farm online shop – Ireland’s specialist for environmentally-friendly house, farm and garden supplies – is a busy and experienced team of 18 people working surrounded by lush green fields between Drimoleague and Bantry. With an excellent selection of seeds […]
Ballydehob-based musician and fiddle teacher ‘MR MINKLES’, a.k.a. Liam Kenneally, has just released a new album ‘The Flowers are at it Again’ in aid of Crann – Trees for Ireland organisation. Available on CD, ‘The Flowers are at it Again’ is a mix of ten songs informed throughout by themes […]