News - Boomtown Rats

BOB GELDOF INTERVIEW: 'Back in the day, we tried to get a gig in Carrick-on-Shannon, but we were told to f*** off'

Geldof says he enjoyed a relaxing time in Carrick-on-Shannon before yesterday's concert, visiting a local coffee shop, the former workhouse and a famine memorial.

Jun 1, 2026 02:45

Boyle braced for economic boost

The Night and Day Festival starts in Lough Key Forest Park today and runs until Sunday.

May 29, 2026 13:14

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