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Read the diary of an Irish priest in the World War I trenches

You can now read his diaries online.

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May 3rd 2015, 8:00 PM

Baby jousting and bog mini-monsters: It's Heritage Week

Free events around the country have been introducing every age to the hidden treasures in their locality.

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Aug 20th 2013, 9:30 PM