Regional Roundup with Laura Donnelly
Summary
Laura Donnelly discusses the push for UNESCO heritage status to protect Galway Hooker boats and their traditional craftsmanship. She shares a romantic story of an American woman who met an Irish man at the Listie and Varna matchmaking festival, leading to a long-distance relationship. The segment also covers a Cork couple who married after 50 years apart, the naming competition for new red panda cubs at Fota Wildlife Park, and the upcoming Hot Air Balloon Championships in Boyle.
Topics discussed
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Introduction to Lunchtime Live and guest Laura Donnelly
Galway Hooker boats seek UNESCO heritage status
American woman finds love at Irish matchmaking festival
Cork sweethearts marry 50 years after first meeting
Fota Wildlife Park names new red panda cubs
Hot Air Balloon Championships in Boyle
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