Now in his 12th season as Connacht CEO, Ruane took up the position in the summer of 2014. And in it, we talked about a number of things in terms of expectations for Connacht at that time. That’s 12 years ago, so this is probably 15-plus years.”The redeveloped Dexcom Stadium also features Connacht's High Performance Centre, located behind the Clan Stand. Much of the Clan Stand, HPC and conference/meeting rooms are borrowed from those visits. Of this outlay, about €20 million was funded by the Government, with the rest coming from philanthropic investors, Connacht Rugby funds, 12-year stadium naming rights and credit facilities.

The Irish Times, in association with Fáilte Ireland, is on the hunt for favourite food destinations around Ireland, North and South: places that combine memorable eating experiences with great local produce and beautiful surrounds. Or it could simply be an area with a vibrant local food culture expressed through cafes, food trucks, artisan food makers and markets. You don’t have to be Nigella Lawson or Yotam Ottolenghi to write about food, just share your knowledge and we’ll do the rest. We’re offering four €250 Good Food Ireland vouchers for the submissions that inspire us most. To inspire you, here are some accounts by Irish Times journalists of their favourite food memories from around Ireland: Favourite food destinations: From a death row-worthy meal to a carvery to rule them all.

Arts Council staff complained to the review group about ‘factions’ and ‘embarrassing behaviour’ by some senior managers. These were among the findings revealed in an expert review of the Arts Council, the most powerful arts organisation in Ireland. Senior staff argued with each other in front of their senior colleagues, in front of more junior staff and even in front of external parties. Arts Council staff complained to the review group about “factions” and “embarrassing behaviour” by some senior managers in front of other staff and third parties. In 2020, the Arts Council set up a group called a stakeholder board to monitor the IT project that included six senior Arts Council managers.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor reportedly made a first secret visit to his new Sandringham home, where he will live out his exile. Insiders have said Marsh Farm needed a lot of work to 'make it habitable'. It is understood Andrew made a recce of the house in Wolferton, just two miles from the King's Sandringham House, earlier this week. It is understood that he will initially move into a smaller property on the Sandringham estate while work on Marsh Farm is completed, but should take up permanent residence there by Easter. It is also near the King's Wood Farm estate, where Prince Philip lived after his retirement.

An artist's impression of the proposed Charlemont station, close to Ranelagh, in south Dublin. The properties will be independently valued to provide a “fair and transparent way of assessing the value”, Mr Sweeney said, adding the total cost could be in excess of €30 million. Not every home along the line is eligible, Mr Sweeney said, as they have to meet a “threshold test” before they will be considered for purchase. Mr Sweeney said it could be some time in the mid-2030s before people will be able to take a train to the airport. The route is designed to run from Swords, in north Dublin, to Charlemont, close to Ranelagh, in south Dublin.

Michael BoltonAll-Ireland finals are becoming a regular attendance for Galway's Nicola Ward, as Kilkerrin-Clonberne were once again All-Ireland champions in December. For Nicola, between club and county commitments, she is on the pitch for nearly the full year, but the thought of an All-Ireland with her county continues to drive her on. "After the county season, it is a good thing about the split season that you concentrate on one team at a time. "Maybe our games weren't going as defensively as the men's game, but you noticed a lot of tactical fouling to slow down the men's game. "In our club game, we noticed teams three or four weeks in a row with almost 15 players behind the ball.

Church Street. “That's where the car park was before, and there's no reason in the world why that car park couldn't be restored,” said Mr Bradbury. Whilst acknowledging that the car park at The Strand is a useful asset that aids Church Street, Mr Gray said: “That (the Custume Place car park closure) was another nail in the coffin for Church Street. There have also been new businesses opening in Church Street, Mardyke Street and Sean Costello Street, in recent years, in the wake of two major streetscape projects. All these things have added up over the years and I would call for immediate action to be taken to help save Church Street.

Over 9,300 children waiting for first contact from disability teamsMichael BoltonThere were 9,363 children waiting for first contact from a Child Disability Network Team (CDNT) at the end of 2025. HSE Dublin and North East, which covers North Dublin, Louth, Meath, Monaghan and most of Cavan, has 2,355 children waiting to hear from a CDNT, with 1,555 children waiting over a year. At HSE Midwest, covering Clare, Limerick, and North Tipperary, 1,211 children are waiting for first contact, with 622 children waiting over a year. HSE West and North West, which provides care for Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, West Cavan, Mayo, Galway and Roscommon, has 504 children waiting for first contact. HSE South West, providing care for Cork and Kerry, also has just over 500 children waiting for first contact.

Referee for Arsenal vs Man Utd was left 'devastated' by controversial Man City decisionThe scoreline between Manchester City and Tottenham was locked at 3-3 before it looked like advantage would be played at the Etihad StadiumView 2 Images Simon Hooper will want to avoid any criticism this weekend (Image: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Simon Hooper was left "devastated" by his own controversial call during a 2023 clash between Manchester City and Tottenham. ‌City hosted Spurs at the Etihad Stadium in December 2023 with the scoreline sitting at 3-3 deep into injury time. He fouled the Norwegian but this didn't deter the striker who played a stunning ball into the path of Grealish. As expected, this didn't go down well with any of the City players, including an irate Haaland who screamed in Hooper's face with his hands on his head. Even though it all worked out fine in the end, neither United nor Arsenal will be hoping for any controversial calls from Hooper on Sunday afternoon.

But oh, he didn’t like it when Rachel suggested that if push came to shove their non-aggression pact would have to end. He had her back to the end, give or take the odd wobble, and the County Down resident returned the favour. Stephen said if he won, he would repay his parents for “giving up a lot” to send him to university. According to the BBC, The Traitors has been worth almost £22 million to the Scottish economy since filming began in 2022. "I've had so much fun, " said a victorious Stephen as series four bowed out.

Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick sat alongside Wayne Rooney as he took in his second youth team game of the week and observed Kai Rooney's big moment. Now, three days on, Carrick continued his unified club approach by heading to Old Trafford to support Darren Fletcher and the Under-18s. 'I was lucky enough to play and win the FA Youth Cup when I was young at West Ham. Young players, Old Trafford under the floodlights, feeling what it means, a bit of expectation. The fans who attended serenaded him with the familiar, 'Rooney, Rooney' chant that used to echo in the ears of his father on the same turf.

On top of the list was British songstress Olivia DeanThe hottest 100 songs of 2026 have been announcedOlivia Dean has been crowned the winner of this year's Triple J's Hottest 100 countdown. Inside Triple J headquarters, Holiday, real name Adam Hyde and who is dating Abbie Chatfield, said he was about to cry after finding out he had secured a spot so high on the list. Lovers and haters of Tame Impala were quick to jump on the artists' staggering longevity on the hottest 100 charts throughout the years. 'Ten year hiatus from the Hottest 100, back into it this year but God the announcers are reminding me why I stopped listening,' someone said. 'I'm sorry but the yapping absolutely kills me… please for the love of God Triple J hurry the f*** uppppp,' a third wrote.

Maura Higgins looked effortlessly chic as she made an appearance at The Drew Barrymore Show in New York on Friday. The former Love Island star, 35, cut a stylish figure in a Mugler denim dress and crisp white shirt. The Traitors US star was left raging after finding a smashed croissant in her 'very expensive' Hermès Birkin bag. The recent clip comes after Maura clashed with 'insufferable' Friends star Michael Rapaport in an episode earlier this month. It comes after Maura revealed her game plan for The Traitors US, saying: 'Well, I'm starting off wearing a cape.

Constant arguing, eye rolls and clashing at every turn. Bitter feuds have become a staple of reality TV, from Leigh and Julia Ruth's frosty exchanges on Married at First Sight UK to Faye Winter's explosive row with Teddy Soares on Love Island. But viewers might be surprised to learn that a lot of those reality TV stars who appeared to be bitter rivals on screen are actually on great terms in real life. So what is real in reality TV? Click the above to watch my take.

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