Munster and Southern Ireland - Latest News

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Latest: Toys, Clothes & Fun Stuff

6th March 2017
Swedish family company, BABYBJORN has launched a completely new version of a beloved, classic from 1961 - Bouncer Bliss. The new Bouncer Bliss is available in a stylish, soft mesh in 3 fresh, modern colours:... [read more]
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Asthma Warning for Parents ahead of Bonfire Night

25th October 2017
Smoke from bonfires and fireworks can lead to serious breathing difficulties in people with asthma, the Asthma Society of Ireland has warned. It is urging parents to be careful this Halloween following... [read more]
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Cliona's Foundation Urgent Appeal for Funds for 27 Families

25th October 2017
Waiting is such a difficult part of having a child with a life-limiting condition; waiting for a hospital bed, waiting for test results, waiting for what could be good or bad news, waiting for treatment.... [read more]
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Today, the LEGO Group presented the final design and launch date for the Women of NASA LEGO® set

19th October 2017
Under the headline “Ladies rock outer space”, LEGO® fan designer Maia Weinstock presented her idea for a Women of NASA LEGO set to the LEGO Ideas crowdsourcing platform. Here it gained... [read more]
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Dyslexia Association of Ireland launches research findings to mark Ireland’s Dyslexia Awareness Week 2017

3rd October 2017
Celebrating 2017’s Dyslexia Awareness Week -  Dyslexia: Hidden Potential, the Dyslexia Association Ireland (DAI) has released findings from its latest research survey on the lived experience... [read more]
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Educate Together Welcomes Minister’s Announcement on Fire Safety Audits

27th September 2017
Educate Together today welcomes Minister Richard Bruton’s announcement that the Department of Education and Skills (DES) intends to carry out immediate precautionary fire safety audits on a number... [read more]
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Powerscourt Primary School pupils prove that electricity can be created from the food we eat

26th September 2017
Can electricity be created form the food we eat? This was the question posed by 5th and 6th class pupils in Powerscourt National School in Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow posed as part of a project for... [read more]
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Music Generation announces 9 new areas of Ireland to participate in its second phase

20th September 2017
Music Generation today announced the 9 new areas of Ireland that will receive philanthropic funding from U2 and The Ireland Funds to create increased access to music tuition for children and young people... [read more]
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ISPCC Welcomes Minister for Education and Skills 'New Digital Learning Framework for Schools'

15th September 2017
The ISPCC welcomes the news of a new Digital Learning Framework for schools as it recognises the important and invaluable role technology plays in the lives of children and young people today.   The... [read more]
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2017 STAR Awards Winners - Primary Times South

4th September 2017
Now in their 7th year, the 2017 STAR Awards recognises the best places and businesses in Munster for families with young children. All the winners have been selected solely by votes from the readers... [read more]
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News Around - For Parents & Teachers

4th September 2017
SPARKS - THE AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMME WITH A DIFFERENCE The Sparks Programme is a STEM based primary after school programme that includes Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths & Creative Writing... [read more]
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I’ve Got Your Number: Mobile Phones and kids

7th March 2017
When is the right time to give your child a mobile phone? Currently, nine out of ten Irish people have a mobile phone. Many parents think that giving their child a phone is a safety precaution.  If... [read more]
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Family Health News

6th March 2017
Protect against head lice with Hedrin HEDRIN TREAT & GO promises a fuss free solution that’s great for children that just want to get out and play.  A water based treatment which... [read more]
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Primary Times Reader Offers

6th March 2017
Click here for some great offers on Family Hotel breaks & exclusive Reader Offers in Primary Times! [read more]