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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
80,000 TikTok followers keeping witty Wicklow butcher in prestigious guide
Wicklow People Customers from all over Ireland are flocking to a master butchers located in the heart of Wicklow which has been presented with a 'Best in Ireland' award from the prestigious McKennas' Guide for the fifth year in a row. Keith Grant Master Butchers have been in Roundwood for over seven years now, and are renown for their quality meats, but judges have also been bowled over by Keith's 'rapier sharp wit'.


Irish Independent
28-05-2025
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Laragh-Glendalough, Rathdrum and Redcross
St. Colmans Family Fun Day Have a family fun day out on Sunday 27th July at 2pm in St. Colmans, Rathdrum. A fundraising event to benefit the residents of St Colmans. Raffle will be held on the day with live music and the wheel of fortune. Plus lots of other fun events on the day! Coffee Morning Join us at Moneystown Community Hall, A98 P9Y9 on Sunday, 1st June from 10.30am to 1.30pm in support of PWSAI. (Prader-Willi Syndrome Association Ireland). Amazing Raffle Prizes–Dublin Zoo, Beyond the Trees Avondale and Clara Lara family pass, nights stay in Celtic Ross Hotel Cork, flying lesson from Newcastle Aerodrome, Keith Grant Butcher Voucher, Danny O'Brien comedy tickets, King Hair Goodie Bag, annual membership to Powerscourt Gardens, and lots more. Pop in for a cuppa, enjoy some fruit, cake, and all while supporting a great cause. Let's make a difference together. For Raffle Tickets whatapp/txt 086 348 7175. We would love to see you there. Glendalough Hermitage Centre - Pilgrim Walks Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St Kevin's Day Saturday 31st May in Glendalough. Participants will walk towards Glendalough following a choice of 8 different routes which will merge along the way with other walkers from the same area. Area A - Route 1 Glenmalure: Leader: Carmel O'Toole 087 4165298. Route 2: Ballinabarney/Greenane Leaders: Sean Dunne 086 8937650 Jimmy Devitt 087 7832870. Area B - Route 3: Annamoe: Leader: Robbie Carter 085 8118198. Route 4: Glenmacnass: Leader: Ann Nolan 086 0851665. Area C - Route 5: Trooperstown Leader: Andrew Doyle 086 8370088. Route 6: Clara Vale Leader: Ann O Brien 085 1102220. Route 7 Rathdrum Leader: Anne Savage 087 7936818. Area D - Route 8: Wicklow Gap Leader: Sr Breda Ahearn 087 2446601 If you're thinking of walking all you need to do is- Pick one of the routes and then contact the group leader who will give you the details on the route's length, starting time, location etc Each person will walk all or part of their chosen route finishing with a 'gathering' of walkers sharing refreshments at the Hermitage Centre near St Kevin's Church, Laragh after 2pm. Glendalough Heritage Forum We are delighted to announce that Glendalough Community Excavations will return weekdays 23rd June-4th July. If you have an interest in archaeology and Glendalough it is a fantastic experience. We regret we cannot offer places to those under 18 this year. Adult places (subject to availability) are available from fixed blocks of two or three days. No prior knowledge of excavation is required and we endeavour to accommodate people of all abilities. For information and details of application please email glendaloughheritageforum@ Brockagh Country Market (carboot) Don't miss our Market/Carboot in Laragh (A98 D3H1) on 8th June. All sorts of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our tasty Hot Dog and Burger is an affordable treat for the family lunch and for dessert and why not try a delicious homemade treat from our regular baker!! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@ All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. AA Meetings (Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. All are welcome to come along. RATHDRUM Avondale GAA Lotto - Results for Tuesday 20th May. No Jackpot Winner. Numbers drawn 5,7,20,24. Three Match 3 winners €70 each: B Brady seller Victor; Dermot Murphy seller Catherine; Pat Kennedy The Brewery seller Catherine. Thanks for all your continued support. Next draw Tuesday 27th May. Jackpot €2,300. Tickets can be purchased on the clubforce app at Gaelic Games For All - We are excited to announce the launch of our All Stars group at Avondale GAA Club an inclusive space for children with additional needs to enjoy Gaelic games no diagnosis needed. Who can join: Children from senior infants to 6th class all abilities welcome. What is it all about? Our goal is simply making Gaelic games accessible for every child focusing on fun participation and social inclusion(Not Competition) When: Saturday 10.30am till 11.30am. Pilot Programme: 10 weeks, starting in early June. Let's play, learn and grow together in an environment where every child shines! Please contact Darragh or Martina to register interest and secure a space for your child. If you are interested in helping out in any way, please let us know. Club Memorabilia - If Any one has any memorabilia Connected to the Avondale gaa club (Cups, Medals, Programmes etc) Can you please contact Sandra O'Shaughnessy on 083 3575421 or contact Victor O'Shaughnessy. Rathdrum Cancer Support We have a Cuppa and chat every Wednesday and Thursday and Friday During May at the Rathdrum Cancer Support Centre The old library 11 Gilberts row Rathdrum Co Wicklow A67RW26 Email info@ Please join us at our cuppa and chat morning during the month of May in our new centre at the old library Pop in say hello or stay a while and have a chat and see our fantastic new facility Everyone is welcome Plants for Sale - Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in May, garden plants will be on sale in The Old Library. Proceeds go to RCSG. Everyone is welcome to drop in, have a cuppa and maybe pick up some plants for your support would be very welcome. Pilgrim Walks in Glendalough Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St Kevin's Day Saturday 31st May in Glendalough. Participants will walk towards Glendalough following a choice of 8 different routes which will merge along the way with other walkers from the same area. Area A - Route 1 Glenmalure: Leader: Carmel O'Toole 087 4165298. Route 2: Ballinabarney/Greenane Leaders: Sean Dunne 086 8937650 Jimmy Devitt 087 7832870. Area B - Route 3: Annamoe: Leader: Robbie Carter 085 8118198. Route 4: Glenmacnass: Leader: Ann Nolan 086 0851665. Area C - Route 5: Trooperstown Leader: Andrew Doyle 086 8370088. Route 6: Clara Vale Leader: Ann O Brien 085 1102220. Route 7 Rathdrum Leader: Anne Savage 087 7936818. Area D - Route 8: Wicklow Gap Leader: Sr Breda Ahearn 087 2446601 If you're thinking of walking all you need to do is- Pick one of the routes and then contact the group leader who will give you the details on the route's length, starting time, location etc Each person will walk all or part of their chosen route finishing with a 'gathering' of walkers sharing refreshments at the Hermitage Centre near St Kevin's Church, Laragh after 2pm. Classic and vintage vehicle show Wicklow Vintage Club presents the Rathdrum Classic and vintage vehicle show on Sunday 8th June at Rathdrum Rugby Club Grounds A67XO45. Special attraction team engine on display. Registration at 11.30am. Opening to the public at 12pm. All money raised on the day will be going to Rathdrum Cancer Support and Wicklow Hospice and Friends of the Wicklow Community Service. Stall holders welcome on the day but need to book in advance by emailing wicklowvintageclubwvc@ Rathdrum Parish News Masses for the month of May and June in Clara Vale Church and Greenane Sunday 1st June Clara Vale at 9am; Sunday 8th June Greenane at 10am; Sunday 15th June Clara Vale at 9am; Sunday 22nd June at Greenane at 10am; Sunday 29th June at Clara Vale at 9am. Also in the Rathdrum parish church 6pm vigil mass on Saturday and 11.30am mass on a Sunday 11.00am mass on public holidays and 9am mass on a Monday Wednesday Thursday and Friday and 9am Eucharistic service on Tuesday Teas and Coffee After Mass - The second Sunday of the month tea and coffee will be available at the back of the church after the 11.30am mass All are welcome Thank you to the hospitality group for providing the refreshments Blessing Of The Graves - The blessing of the graves and the celebration of mass will take place in Greenane Cemetery on Sunday 8th June at 3pm and in Rathdrum Cemetery on Sunday 15th June at 3pm. The Rosary during the month of May - During the month of May the rosary will be recited at 7.00pm each evening at the grotto in Rathdrum also after 9.00am mass on Monday and Thursday and after eucharistic service on Tuesday before 9.00am mass on Wednesday and Friday in Rathdrum. Rosary in Rathdrum Famine and Workhouse graveyard 10.00am on the first Saturday of each month and in Greenane Rosary each Monday during the month of May at 7.30pm. Rowing Around Ireland On behalf of the parish of Rathdrum we extend our very best wishes to four men. three from the parish of Rathdrum: Cormac Conroy, Michael Dowling and Diarmuid O'Briain; and Tom Nolan from Tinahely. The men are setting out next week weather permitting to row around Ireland and to break the present world record which stands at 32 days. More details to follow on their progress in due course School graduation Congratulations to all the 6th year students who graduated from Avondale Community College last week - and best of luck to all of them in their Leaving Certificate exams. Team Stella Coffee Morning Join us for Team Stella's Coffee Morning on Sunday, 1st June in Moneystown Community Hall. We'd love to see you there for a warm cuppa, great chats, and a fantastic cause! Raffle Tickets available via WhatsApp/text at 086 3487175 or on the day. Thank you for your support – we can't wait to see you all there! Team Stella Your News Any group or organisation who wants to put notes in to the Rathdrum notes in the Wicklow People newspaper should forward the information via email to Sandyshaugh44@ or text/Whatsapp the message to 083 3575421. Summer Fair Scoil San Eoin in Redcross are hosting a family-friendly Summer Fair on Saturday, June 14 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at the school grounds. This is a fundraising event to support our small rural school, and the day will include stalls, games, food, a raffle, face painting, and a fun passport game for kids. All are welcome!


Press and Journal
26-05-2025
- Business
- Press and Journal
Top Aberdeen golf club warns members against selling 'exclusive' merchandise on Vinted
A prestigious Aberdeen golf club has warned its members not to resell 'exclusive' club merchandise after a listing appeared on an online marketplace. Bosses at the course acknowledged that members may have to refresh their wardrobes but banned players from selling the products on Vinted. Royal Aberdeen Golf Club(RAGC) warned its members in an email, which has been seen by The Press and Journal. The communication from officials to players outlined the policy of the particular logo being designed for only members to wear. The general manager warned that the merchandise should not be resold or given as a gift to friends or family. The logo for members is different from the general one for the Bridge of Don-based golf club. The club's online shop has a specific section for this. Despite this, it currently states that 'items aren't available for sale yet on this page,' which makes the member-only merchandise rare. Sent by the club's general manager Keith Grant, the email said: 'It has just been brought to attention of council that RAGC member-only (exclusive logo) merchandise purchased via the professional shop has recently appeared online for resale on Vinted.' Although acknowledging that people have clear outs and refresh their wardrobes, the email stated: 'We kindly ask for members to respect that the professional shop pulled together a members-only exclusive logo so members can enjoy and proudly wear/use a unique product, thus supporting the club. 'The purchasing of member-only logo merchandise is a privilege solely attached to that of being a member of RAGC. 'Therefore should not be purchased with the intention of resale or gifted to friends or family who are not members. 'This same policy is adopted by the professional shop who rightly refuse sale of any such merchandise outwith the membership.' Founded in 1780, Royal Aberdeen is the sixth oldest golf club in the world. Members have played at the Balgownie course since 1888. In that time, it has welcomed many famous golfers, including Rory McIlroy and Tom Watson. Former footballer Gareth Bale played the course in 2016. It has also hosted major tournaments, including the Senior Open in 2005, the Walker Cup in 2011. In 2014, it was the venue for the Scottish Open. The course membership is fully subscribed and there is a waiting list for new members, according to its website. Current visitor green fee rates are as follows: A spokesman for Royal Aberdeen Golf Club told The P&J: 'It is an internal communication that's aimed purely at our members and it not aimed for the public.' The club said it would not be commenting further on the matter.


Irish Independent
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
BBQ deals, demos and food tastings promised as free Grill Fest returns to Wicklow
The event is free to attend and includes a line-up of grill masters and drinks experts, showing you how to do everything with a BBQ from smoking, to grilling to pizza making. Pat Conway and Jim O'Brien, the dynamic duo behind Smokin' Soul, will host a live and interactive smoker demo, while Reggie White, the mastermind behind Reggie's Pizzeria in Rathmines, will share his expert skills in crafting the perfect Neapolitan style pizza, demonstrating how to achieve that irresistible crust right on the grill. All the way from Co Derry, Emily and Norman from Lo & Slo BBQ run their Wild and Fired BBQ School at the historic Brookhall Estate. They will be bringing their live and interactive demonstration, where they will serve up tomahawk steak tasters sizzling on hot coals. Bringing his passion for local flavours and mixology expertise, Oisín Davis, the driving force behind Great Irish Beverages and a dedicated advocate for Wicklow's food and beverage producers, is set to feature his bespoke 'Wicklow Cocktail Demo'. Oisín will showcase innovative cocktails that highlight the county's finest spirits and local produce. Keith Cooks, a proud ambassador for Charbroil grills, brings a wealth of expertise and creativity to the barbecue scene. From perfecting the art of smoking to grilling steaks and vegetables, Keith will be available to chat to all BBQ lovers about the versatility of Charbroil's innovative grilling technology. Joe Savage, a Ballymaloe alumni and seasoned food and fire chef, will be armed with the finest cuts from Keith Grant's butchery demonstrations. Joe will take centre stage once again on the Celtic Kamado grill. Keith Grant will also be demonstrating his traditional butchery skills with his own unique wit and flare. Known for talking the talk, catch him hosting a unique butchery demonstration that will inspire any meat and BBQ enthusiast. Grill Fest runs from 12pm to 4pm on Monday, May 5, at Glen of the Downs, and is open to all.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Members of Hartford HealthCare plant trees for Earth Day
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Today is Earth Day, and for the second year in a row, members from Hartford HealthCare are participating in a tree planting event! Keith Grant, vice president of operations at Hartford Hospital, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.