Celtic Recipes

Isle of Man: Celebrating the 120th Anniversary of the Manx Electric Railway Extension to Laxey

Submitted by Valerie Caine on July 29, 2014 - 3:40pm

It's been 120 years since the Manx Electric Railway reached the mining village of Laxey, on the east coast, but in celebration of this significant event the Island's oldest tramcars (Nos. 1 & 2) came into operation as part of the daily scheduled services during the weekend; with a rare opportunity to photograph both tramcars as they passed each other at Laxey Station.

Built by G. F. Milnes & Co. of Birkenhead in England, both tramcars are recognised by Guinness World Records as the oldest tramcars in service on their original system anywhere in the world.

Festival Interceltique de Lorient: 1-10 August 2014

Submitted by Dominique Corolleur on July 29, 2014 - 1:59pm

August 1 - 10 2014 sees performers and artists from around the Celtic world coming together in Brittany. 2014 is the year of Ireland. There is a full programme of events in what is set to be yet another successful inter-Celtic festival. Further information: www.festival-interceltique.com

Carmichael’s threat to Scottish electorate - Vote No and Westminster will tighten grip and you’ll never get another chance

Submitted by Douglas MacQueen on July 29, 2014 - 10:57am

In a remarkable piece of candour (or is it arrogance), the Scottish Secretary Alistair Carmichael has had the anti-independence campaigners running for cover. As reported in the Herald newspaper he has stated that if the Scottish people vote No to independence in the referendum the independence question will never be put again and “Scotland’s future would be settled once and for all”. He also made it clear that should this be the outcome Westminster (United Kingdom) would tighten its grip on Scotland!

Isle of Man: The Southern District Agricultural Society & Manx Ark Rare Breeds Project

Submitted by Valerie Caine on July 27, 2014 - 3:54pm

This celebratory miniature sheet presents six paintings of rare British animals from the award-winning Island based artist Jeremy Paul, capturing a number of traditional British breeds which were heading for extinction.

His paintings recognise the work of the Manx Ark Project and celebrate the centenary of the Southern District Agricultural Society, whose show it is this weekend.

Lies, damned lies and United Kingdom lies

Submitted by Douglas MacQueen on July 27, 2014 - 2:16pm

As reported in the Scottish newspaper the Herald and on the Scottish National Party website the United Kingdom government (Westminster) has been accused of deliberately downplaying the potential for oil and gas returns ahead of the Scottish independence referendum. They are referring to an article that appeared in the weekly Investors Chronicle that is published by the Financial Times group.

Home Countries - What’s that?

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Submitted by Alastair Kneale on July 26, 2014 - 11:53am

You have to laugh at the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) sometimes! We know that all of their propaganda at the moment is focused on undermining the campaign for an independent Scotland. This has now spilt over into their Commonwealth Games broadcasts. For those that live outside of the Commonwealth and might not know, the Commonwealth is an intergovernmental organisation of territories that were mostly associated with the British Empire. The Commonwealth Games is a sporting event that involves athletes of nations of the Commonwealth.

Isle of Man: Visit Peel for Fun and Nostalgia this Summer!

Submitted by Valerie Caine on July 25, 2014 - 9:13pm

As the summer calendar gets into full swing, there's plenty to do in the west of the Island with Peel Traditional Boat Weekend at the end of July followed by the perennial favourite Peel Carnival at the beginning of August.

The Compass Pipelines Peel Traditional Boat Weekend (25th - 27th July) aims to foster interest in the more traditional sailing craft, which used to be a regular sight in the Irish Sea, many of which have been lovingly restored by their dedicated owners.

Interview with Bernard Moffatt, President of Mec Vannin, campaigner for inter-Celtic cooperation and Celtic rights

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Submitted by Alastair Kneale on July 24, 2014 - 8:43pm

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Transceltic is delighted to present this interview with Bernard Moffatt. Bernard Moffatt was one of the founder members of Mec Vannin, the Manx nationalist party. Bernard is now the elected Life President of Mec Vannin which in English can be translated as Sons of Mann. Bernard was born in the town of Peel (Purt ny h-Inshey) on the Isle of Man.

Mec Vannin is a democratic republican organization which has campaigned for the last 50 years on social, environmental and political matters, challenging government policies that are detrimental to the Isle of Man and its people.

Celtic nations

Bernard also held the position of General Secretary of the Celtic League from 1984 – 88 and again from 1991 – 2006. The Celtic League is an inter-Celtic organisation that campaigns for the political, language, cultural and social rights of the Celtic nations of Alba (Scotland), Breizh (Brittany), Cymru (Wales) Éire (Ireland), Kernow (Cornwall) and Mannin (Isle of Man).

Bernard talks about the motivation for setting up Mec Vannin and the movements continued importance today. Bernard goes onto look at the role of the Celtic League and the developments that have taken place in regard to self-determination in individual Celtic nations. In doing so he also calls on the necessity of continued support for Brittany. Bernard condemns the hostility of the French establishment towards Breton culture, language and identity.

Welsh Poet Gerallt Lloyd Owen’s Legacy in Support of Scottish Independence

Submitted by Mair Williams on July 24, 2014 - 10:58am

As reported in the Welsh newspaper the Daily Post, money donated in memory of the acclaimed Caernarfon poet Gerallt Lloyd Owen will go towards the campaign for Scottish independence.  Gerallt Lloyd Owen, from Llandwrog, Caernarfon, died on July 15 at the age of 69.

Launch of Mollag Band's New CD

Submitted by Valerie Caine on July 22, 2014 - 3:07pm

The launch of The Mollag Band's new CD, Afloat, took place on the final day of Yn Chruinnaght as part of events being held on the forecourt of the House of Manannan in Peel, where a large crowd gathered to hear the popular local band, followed by a selection of other Celtic musicians and dancers.

Bathed in warm, summer sunshine the seven-strong Mollag Band presented a selection of songs and tunes based on their extensive repertoire, including material from their new CD.

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