In pics: Michelle Obama and girls visit Wicklow park and lunch with Bono in pub
Michelle, Sasha and Malia first took a tour through Wicklow Mountains National Park and then headed to Finnegan’s Pub for lunch with Bono and his wife.
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Michelle, Sasha and Malia first took a tour through Wicklow Mountains National Park and then headed to Finnegan’s Pub for lunch with Bono and his wife.
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As the US president heads back to Dublin for the rally at College Green, Moneygall residents pour into Ollie Hayes’ pub to celebrate Obama’s visit, which included a lengthy walkabout, some family photos, and a pint of the black stuff.
The US president performing at today’s event which will also feature music from Irish acts including Westlife, Jedward and Sharon Shannon.
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Pearse Street, the Quays, Dame Street and more, and routes around Merrion Square, Ballsbridge, the Phoenix Park, the airport and the N4/M50 will be affected on Monday. There will also be restrictions in Tipperary and Offaly.
Some road closures and restrictions will kick in from tomorrow morning, to allow for preparations at College Green.
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The RTE broadcaster says he plans to “get in there and have some fun”.