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Love Island completely took over our TV screens and dominated the headlines this season, as the country became obsessed with the unfolding love stories of a bunch of glamorous singles.

We actually joked at the time that an Irish version was well needed, with awkward Irish singles taking over a house on the Aran Islands and trying their luck at getting the shift, and now, it's actually happening. 

Unfortunately, we wont be able to follow the unfolding drama, but if the Love Island format of finding the one tickles your fancy, then check this out. 

It might not be quite as glam, but Inis Oirr is playing host to an event for Irish-speaking singles.

Irish language group Feicim is hoping to play cupid for those with a penchant for our native tongue. 

'Have you finished watching Love Island and are you looking for your Kem or Amber?' reads the event description.

'Are you seeking love with some craic on the side? Or would you simply like to make new friends?'  

'If you are a single with a grá for Gaeilge and the craic, Sorcas an Ghrá on Inis Oírr is a weekend you won’t want to miss.'

'Come join us and fall in love with the Island, with the Gaeltacht and maybe even with each other!'

The event is running from September 15 until September 17. We wouldn't pack too many bikinis, but you might find the love of your life.

You can sign up for the event here

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Hundreds of Father Ted fans are flocking to TedFest on Inishmore island this weekend for a few days of hardcore Father Ted-ism.

The festival started in 2007, and diehard fans dress up for the whole weekend, along with taking part in competitions and silent discos (because you can't disturb the nuns).

It seems like mighty craic and with only 300 tourist beds available on the island, obsessed fans scramble to get tickets each year.

Looking at a few videos though, we might try our arm at it next year. Who doesn't want to take part in the lovely girls competition anyway?! 

 

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The company running the only ferry service to the island of Inis Mór has confirmed that it is ceasing its operations next month.

Residents of the island held an emergency meeting last night after the news emerged that Island Ferries Teoranta will end daily runs to and from the island on January 17. 

The stopping of the service comes after a Supreme Court ruling that forced the company to retroactively pay landing charges. 

Island Ferries Teoranta challenged the decision made by Galway City Council to introduce an 80c charge on all passengers landing at the Cill Rónáin harbour. 

The owner of the company, Paddy O'Brien, told RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta that he hopes to start the daily service again in March. 

"We will try to start up the service again around St Patrick's Day, but the county council or harbourmaster may put a stop to it because we're not paying fees."

Paddy also added that he regrets the difficulty caused to Inis Mór residents, but it was no longer economically feasible for the company to operate the route during the winter months. 

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