SeaFest 2017 in Galway looks to Inspire a Maritime Generation
The SeaFest 2017 line-up has just been released and with it the organisers are clearly looking to inspire a new generation to…
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€50,000 Worth of Cocaine Discovered on Achill Beach
An American tourist discovered a strange package containing an estimated €50,000 worth of cocaine while out walking near Minaun Cliffs on Achill…
€3.6 million investment for 153 projects under FLAG Scheme
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, T.D. announced yesterday at Ballycotton Harbour the successful projects that will deliver a…
Gorgeous Tall Ship Juan Sebastian de Elcano visits Dublin this Weekend
The striking Spanish Navy Sail training vessel Juan Sebastian de Elcano is sailing into Dublin Port this Saturday. This magnificent ship will…
[Watch] UCD Scuba Divers Epic Encounter with Basking Sharks off Mayo
The thought of an unexpected and extremely close encounter with sharks would bring a shiver to many off us but for a…
Thunder Child put through paces by World Class Racing Team
Spectators were treated to a high speed display at Cork Harbour on Saturday when two top class vessels carried out a number…
Gotta Catch ‘Em All | Another Rare Lobster Finds a Home in Achill Aquarium
The Achill Experience has become the place to see rare and amazing lobsters. Over the past month they’ve acquired three different types…
Concerns over Redevelopment Plans for Salthill’s Iconic Diving Tower
As plans to improve the Salthill seafront in Galway are refined, some local residents have voiced concerns over the planned redevelopment of…
High Speed Chase on River Liffey after Boat Stolen from Poolbeg Marina
One man has been arrested after a group stole a small boat from the Poolbeg Marina this morning and took emergency services…
Additional €1m Funding For Repair & Maintenance of Irish Harbours
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD, has announced details of an extended programme to assist 9 Coastal…
Reckless Jet Skiers in Dun Laoghaire keeping Coast Guard busy
Two jet ski incidents in Dublin at the weekend highlight the importance of having a basic understanding of safety before heading out…
Surviving Cold Water Shock | Fight your Instincts, Not the Water
As the weather heats up and we head to the beach the RNLI are reminding people to stay cool in the face…
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Closed after Vandals attempt to Cut it Down
The iconic Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, one of Northern Ireland’s top attractions, is closed for the foreseeable future due to vandalism. The damage was discovered…
Want to learn to fish? Dublin Angling Initiative to grow Youth Participation
Inland Fisheries Ireland has launched their Dublin Angling Initiative for the 2017 angling season. Focused on the Greater Dublin Area, it aims…
Irish Beaches mostly Excellent Quality but Six Failing Minimum Standards
According to a new EPA report 73% of Ireland’s bathing waters are ‘Excellent’ quality but six beaches have failed to make the…
Swimming Ban at Kilkee Beach Finally Lifted in Time for Summer
A ‘Do Not Swim’ notice that had been in place on the popular bathing spot at Kilkee beach, Co. Clare since December has…
Dutch Investor looks to Quickly Flip former Irish Naval Ship for Tidy Profit
Former Irish naval vessel LÉ Aisling which sold to a Dutch investor at a recent auction in Cobh for €110,000 is now…
As Record Attempt Draws Closer, Thunder Child Gets Slick New Look
Cork shipbuilder’s Safehaven Marine are planning a record-breaking attempt this Summer circumnavigating the entire island of Ireland including Rockall which lies about 460km…
Census 2016 Revealed: 40% of Irish Population Live within 5km of Coast
It’s confirmed, we’re definitely a coastal people! The latest figures from the Census 2016 published by Central Statistics Office today has revealed…
Impressive Cruise Liner Celebrity Eclipse Makes Maiden call to Dublin Port
The giant 317m long cruise ship Celebrity Eclipse carrying over 4,000 passengers and crew called into Dublin Port yesterday morning on her maiden call…
Engines Stolen from Dun Laoghaire Boat Clubs have been Recovered
On Sunday morning three boats in Dun Laoghaire harbour had their engines stolen while a number of other boats were slashed and destroyed….
Ireland’s Seafood Habits | We can be Adventurous – If Given the Choice
An Eurobarometer survey published this year has offered up some interesting insights into Ireland’s seafood habits and how they stack up against other EU…
Cold Sweat | Donegal Family realise Beachcombing Find is actually World War Explosive
A Donegal family got more than they bargained for when it turned out their leisurely beachcombing efforts meant they had brought an…
Floating Windfarms could lead Ireland’s Sustainable Green and Gold rush
Oil and gas exploration never brought much benefit to Ireland’s economy for reasons only worth exploring if you have very low blood…
Skellig Michael visitor numbers set to soar as two new ferries added
Two new boats have been permitted for use in transporting tourists over to Skellig Michael this year. This increase in capacity to 15 boats…
Fond Farewell! Former Naval Service ship departs Irish shores one last time
The former Irish Naval Service vessel LÉ Aisling has left Irish shores for the last time, departing Cork Harbour for the Netherlands on…
Crab Back on Export Menu to China as Certification Agreement Reached
Ireland’s seafood exports to China look set to continue their impressive growth following an agreement to the proposed certificate to accompany crab…
Stolen Lifejacket, Stolen life | Vital Equipment Stolen from Portaferry RNLI
Portaferry RNLI are urging the public to keep a lookout for a £458 lifejacket that was stolen from the Portaferry lifeboat station,…
Unmanned Miniature Sail Boat Found on Galway Beach Resumes Atlantic Voyage
Méabh Ní Ghionnáin a young student from Droim, Leitir Móir, Galway had a very exciting 9th birthday treat yesterday when she met with Marine…
Refurbished Portumna Harbour Reopens with Great Tourism Expectations
The newly refurbished Portumna Harbour and Amenity Park was officially opened yesterday by OPW Minister Sean Canney TD. Great weather here at…
Fisherman Encouraged to Register their Safety Equipment
Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) has joined forces with ‘All Aboard 2017’ to launch the new ‘Guide for Fishermen to Register Digital Safety…
Small-scale Irish fisheries face an uncertain future – it’s imperative their voice is heard
Although the starting gun for Brexit was only triggered on Thursday (March 30th), UK/EU divorce proceedings already feel like they have been…
Scenic Carlingford Lough Ferry begins Sailing in Early June
A new car ferry on Carlingford Lough that will link Greenore Co. Louth and Greencastle Co. Down is set for its first…
Action group envisions bright future for Bray Harbour
The Bray Harbour Action Group (BHAG) made a presentation to council members of Bray Municipal District yesterday evening. The group put forward…
Annalise Murphy shares her Passion for Sailing with Dun Laoghaire Students
Olympic silver medalist Annalise Murphy visited a number of schools across Dún Laoghaire yesterday with An Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire Cllr Cormac Devlin. Their visits were to highlight…
Over €2m Funding for Repair and Maintenance of Irish Harbours
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed has announced details of a €2.8m package to assist 13 Coastal Local…
Dingle Habour Eyes Cruise Ship Business as Dredge Application Submitted
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has made an application to the EPA to dump dredged material from Dingle Harbour….
Smuggled Puppies Seized at Dublin Port Looking for New Homes
Nine puppies being smuggled out of the country were seized at Dublin Port on Saturday evening by Garda and Port Security. This is the fourth…
Controversial ‘Block Ships’ to Visit Dun Laoghaire Harbour from 2018
Dun Laoghaire harbour looks set to host its first ‘Block ship’ from 2018 following the conclusion of negotiations between local authorities and The…
New Coast Guard Station Opened in Waterville by Taoiseach
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny officially opened a new Coast Guard station building at Waterville Co. Kerry on Monday. The newly refurbished station will…