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Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Tipp hero Conor Stakelum on poignant visit to Quirke household ahead of final
A visit to the Quirke household on Friday evening set the tone ahead of a glorious weekend for Conor Stakelum and Tipperary. Stakelum is one of a number of Tipperary players for whom gazumping Cork in an All-Ireland final is not a new experience. In 2018, they lost a Munster under-21 final to Cork by 13 points but turned it around in the All-Ireland final, winning by three with Stakelum scoring the match-winning goal late on after coming off the bench. Six Cork players from that game featured in Sunday's final and four from Tipp - though it would surely have been five but for Dillon Quirke's tragic passing in 2022. 'A couple of us, we were out with Dan and Hazel Quirke during the week,' explained Stakelum from the team's base in the Grand Hotel in Malahide yesterday. "Dillon was playing that day, and we were just chatting about that match and when we were on the bus yesterday, and it started to rain… it was raining that day too. 'A lot of us were there that day, a lot of those great Cork players were playing that day and we just said we'd have another crack at them. We'd be close to Dan and Hazel. A couple of us went down on Friday before training, we had a cup of tea and a scone. They were just buzzing for the game. 'It's obviously very hard for Dan and Hazel, Kelly and Shannon… if things were different, Dillon would be here today and no better man to enjoy it with us as well if he was here. So that was something we decided to do on Friday and it was lovely to do that before the game.' In general, Tipp's approach to the final was carefree, Stakelum explains, as they embraced the hype. 'Liam [Cahill] told us to embrace it all. You see all the clichés about staying away from the hype and locking yourself away, but Liam said embrace it all and we're very lucky that we had All-Ireland winners in our group, lads that had been there before. 'We were there having the craic trying on the suit and we were thinking 'should we be enjoying this as much as we are' but Noel [McGrath], Ronan [Maher], Jayo [Jason Forde], all these boys, they were enjoying it as well. We didn't put ourselves under too much pressure. We kept to the same routine. Parents, friends and all of the rest soaked it all in as well. 'The world stays spinning. It's just another game. You don't get caught up in the hype too much. That's for friends and family and we just took it as another job, and now I suppose, we'll tap into the bit of craic and soaking it in and looking at the videos and clips and so on.'
Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Eoghan Connolly reveals Tipperary's teething difficulties with ‘plus one' system in A v B game before All-Ireland final
All's well that ends well, as the old saying goes. Speaking at the Grand Hotel in Malahide on Monday morning as an All-Ireland champion, Tipperary defender Eoghan Connolly revealed the teething difficulties the team experienced with their new plus-one/sweeper system in the build-up to the decider against Cork. Related topics Tipperary GAA
The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The grand city hotel that feels like going back in time after £50million makeover
THE Grand Hotel in Birmingham has undergone a multi-million revamp in recent years, as well as welcomed some famous guests. We've explained everything you need to know from what to do at the hotel to the best thing to eat at the restaurant. Advertisement 3 Spacious bedrooms offering large bathrooms with walk-in showers Where is the hotel? Located on one of Birmingham's most esteemed business addresses on Colmore Row, this hotel is right on the doorstep of Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, and a great mix of nightlife. It has the perfect location of a 5-minute walk from New Street railway station and the city centre. There is no hotel car park, but guests can get a discount at Snow Hill car park, which is extremely close. What is the hotel like? The Grade II-listed property is a grand place inside out. Advertisement Read more hotel reviews Having welcomed a number of rock stars in the past, guests can pretend to live like royalty in one of its 185 rooms. With £50million in refurbishments in recent years, this hotel takes a luxurious step back in time. The showpiece is the grand marble reception and ballroom with capacity for 300 people. What is there to do at there? Fancy some yoga? In-room yoga classes are available with mats for an early morning stretch or pop into the gym which has great equipment. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Between Wednesday and Sunday, you can enjoy their traditional What is there to eat and drink there? To start, the full English breakfast is superb with all ingredients locally sourced. 3 The grand marble staircase The artistic Parisian-chic style strongly follows through with the Madeleine bar and its drinks menu. Advertisement And a cocktail at the hotel's plush bar is a must. I tried the Strawberry Bon Bon made with vodka, toffee and strawberry (£13.50) which was delightful. Around the corner is Isaac's, the hotel's New York-style brasserie, which has a great atmosphere with cracking burgers and an array of fresh seafood. What are the rooms like? The rooms have dark wood panelling, stylish lamps and tall windows overlooking the city feature, with an array of seven categories to pick from. Advertisement If you want to make it a night to remember, the Penthouse suite offers infinite qualities from in-room Yoga sessions to a walk-in wardrobe like no other. But with a double room, I still enjoyed the old-style rotary phone, fitting with the quirky look, as well as a spacious bathroom offering a huge bath and walk-in shower. Double rooms start at £159, including breakfast. Is the hotel family-friendly? There is a family package special offer which includes bathrobes and cuddly toys for your little or older ones, to family-friendly bars and activities for kids to create their own milkshakes. Advertisement Your pooch can also be brought along if it weighs less than 36kg. Don't forget to book their arrival in advance too. Is there access for guests with disabilities? Lifts are accessible at the main entrance and from meeting rooms to ensure ease of movement, alongside disabled toilets. There are 7 bedrooms equipped for guests with disabilities. Looking for a place to stay? For more hotel inspiration click here. Advertisement 3 On Colmore Row this hotel provides a capsule of luxury heritage
The Sun
17-07-2025
- The Sun
The grand city hotel that feels like going back in time after £50million makeover
THE Grand Hotel in Birmingham has undergone a multi-million revamp in recent years, as well as welcomed some famous guests. We've explained everything you need to know from what to do at the hotel to the best thing to eat at the restaurant. 3 Where is the hotel? Located on one of Birmingham's most esteemed business addresses on Colmore Row, this hotel is right on the doorstep of Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, and a great mix of nightlife. It has the perfect location of a 5-minute walk from New Street railway station and the city centre. There is no hotel car park, but guests can get a discount at Snow Hill car park, which is extremely close. What is the hotel like? The Grade II-listed property is a grand place inside out. Having welcomed a number of rock stars in the past, guests can pretend to live like royalty in one of its 185 rooms. With £50million in refurbishments in recent years, this hotel takes a luxurious step back in time. The showpiece is the grand marble reception and ballroom with capacity for 300 people. What is there to do at there? Fancy some yoga? In-room yoga classes are available with mats for an early morning stretch or pop into the gym which has great equipment. Between Wednesday and Sunday, you can enjoy their traditional aft e rnoon tea (£35pp) in the Madeleine Bar. What is there to eat and drink there? To start, the full English breakfast is superb with all ingredients locally sourced. 3 The artistic Parisian-chic style strongly follows through with the Madeleine bar and its drinks menu. And a cocktail at the hotel's plush bar is a must. I tried the Strawberry Bon Bon made with vodka, toffee and strawberry (£13.50) which was delightful. Around the corner is Isaac's, the hotel's New York-style brasserie, which has a great atmosphere with cracking burgers and an array of fresh seafood. What are the rooms like? The rooms have dark wood panelling, stylish lamps and tall windows overlooking the city feature, with an array of seven categories to pick from. If you want to make it a night to remember, the Penthouse suite offers infinite qualities from in-room Yoga sessions to a walk-in wardrobe like no other. But with a double room, I still enjoyed the old-style rotary phone, fitting with the quirky look, as well as a spacious bathroom offering a huge bath and walk-in shower. Double rooms start at £159, including breakfast. Is the hotel family-friendly? There is a family package special offer which includes bathrobes and cuddly toys for your little or older ones, to family-friendly bars and activities for kids to create their own milkshakes. Your pooch can also be brought along if it weighs less than 36kg. Don't forget to book their arrival in advance too. Is there access for guests with disabilities? Lifts are accessible at the main entrance and from meeting rooms to ensure ease of movement, alongside disabled toilets. There are 7 bedrooms equipped for guests with disabilities. Looking for a place to stay? For more hotel inspiration click here. 3
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Duggan nets gubernatorial endorsement from Detroit Regional Chamber
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan delivers a keynote address during the second day of the Mackinac Policy Conference at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Mich., on May 28, 2025. (Photo by Andrew Roth/Michigan Advance) Detroit's powerful regional business organization has thrown its weight behind Mike Duggan's independent bid to be the next governor of Michigan. The Detroit Regional Chamber PAC on Thursday announced that it was endorsing Duggan in the 2026 gubernatorial election. The decision was unanimously reached with a quorum of political action committee members present, the chamber said in a news release. Duggan got the endorsement, the chamber said, because of his proven track record of executive-level business experience prior to his time as mayor, primarily as the leader of the Detroit Medical Center. Duggan was also once on the Detroit Regional Chamber's Board of Directors. 'The Chamber and businesses across the state are growing increasingly concerned about the inability of our political parties to find common ground and move Michigan forward,' Sandy Baruah, Chamber president and CEO, said in a statement. 'Throughout his business and government career, Mike Duggan has proven he can bring people together to work toward common goals. Voters across Michigan are tired of the political infighting; they are clamoring for results-driven leadership, which is exactly what Mike has brought to every leadership position he's held.' SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX That success, the chamber noted, extended to his time as mayor, which has helped Detroit experience revitalization and become a national model for renewal. Detroit's population is growing, the chamber said, and that was thanks to Duggan's leadership. 'Mayor Duggan's tenure in Detroit has been a case study in effective, consistent leadership,' David Foltyn, chairman of the Chamber PAC and the Honigman law firm's chairman and CEO, said in a statement. 'He has demonstrated a unique ability to bring stakeholders together to solve generational challenges. The business community has full confidence that he will bring that same steady hand and relentless focus on results to Lansing, creating the stable, pro-growth environment Michigan needs to compete on a global scale.' A news release issued by the chamber also noted that it was the first business organization to endorse Duggan during his 2013 mayoral write-in campaign, and supported him in his subsequent reelection bids. The chamber has a history of endorsing candidates from both major parties, having endorsed Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, in both her 2018 gubernatorial campaign and her 2022 re-election bid, as well former Republican Gov. Rick Snyder in his 2014 reelection campaign. However, the organization declined to make an endorsement in the 2024 U.S. Senate race, saying its board could not reach a consensus on whether to support former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-White Lake) or then-U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly). Slotkin ended up winning the election. Duggan as independent will face whomever is nominated by the respective major political parties, who won't be decided until the August 2026 primary. That has given Duggan somewhat of an early opportunity to run a general election-style race early in the cycle. On the Democratic side, Duggan could face Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson or former Cape Coral, Fla., Mayor Marni Sawicki On the Republican side, the Detroit mayor could face U.S. Rep. John James of Shelby Township, state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt of Portage, former Attorney General Mike Cox, former House Speaker Tom Leonard of DeWitt, Genesee County truck driver Anthony Hudson and Traverse City native Evan Space. Solve the daily Crossword
