Page 61 - Ellen Smith News Today

Dublins Q102 By Ellen Smith EastEnders has cast James Farrar for a new role in the BBC soap. The soap officially confirmed the news on its social media platforms, revealing that Farrar would be playing a mysterious new character by the name of Zack Hudson, who has been described as a charming rogue with a complicated past. Speaking about the exciting news, the actor said "I’m thrilled to be joining EastEnders. As a born and bred Londoner myself, I can’t ...

Limericks Live 95 Search By Ellen Smith (via Instagram/YouTube) Zoella, the beauty and lifestyle brand by popular online personality Zoe Sugg, has been removed from the GCSE syllabus. The brand featured as part of a case study on the internet and social media in its media studies course, but the educational body has chosen to remove it, deeming the content no longer appropriate for students.  According to the Mirror, a st...

Kate Garraway says shes struggling to cope without husband Derek (via ITV/Getty) Kate Garraway has said shes struggling to cope without her husband, Derek, who remains in a coma after contracting COVID-19 last year. The 53-year-old Good Morning Britain star opened up about looking after William, 11, and Darcey, 14, while husband Derek Draper is in hospital, as reported by the Sun. Derek was hospitalised with coronavirus in March last year and, des...

Experts warn of increase in silverfish infestations in Ireland By Ellen Smith Experts have warned about an increase in silverfish infestations in Ireland. Pest control provider Rentokil has revealed that it has seen a 32% increase in the number of callouts for silverfish over the period of November – December 2020, when compared to the previous year. Its suspected that this is due to weather conditions.  Colder winter conditions can cause the insects to ...

EastEnders star Brooke Kinsella reveals message from murdered brother, Ben By Ellen Smith (via Getty/Instagram- Brooke Kinsella) EastEnders actress Brooke Kinsella has revealed that she believes she received a message from her brother, Ben, who was murdered in 2008. The actress, who played character Kelly Taylor for three years, has shared the emotional story of how she found out she expecting, sharing that she believes her...

Holly Willoughby receives official complaints for dress on Dancing on Ice By Ellen Smith The dress Holly Willoughby wore for a recent episode of Dancing on Ice has sparked official complaints. In the shows opening episode for the new series, Holly looked incredible as always in a stunning, dusty pink ballgown from Dany Atrache, which featured feather detail, crystal embellishments and a plunging neckline. While most people felt Holly looked beautiful, some ...

Dublins Q102 By Ellen Smith Disney+ has announced a new entertainment brand on its platform. Star is set to launch with over 75 TV series, more than 270 Star Originals. New titles will be added to the service each month from Disney’s creative studios, including Disney Television Studios (20th Television and ABC Signature), FX Productions, 20th Century Studios and more. The new brand will launch in Ireland from February 23rd.  Heres what you can expe...

Rockhampton Regional Council is reminding residents that new hours at the Gracemere and Mount Morgan Waste Transfer Stations will begin Monday 1...

Dublins Q102 Curtis Pritchard has reportedly taken a swipe at his ex-girlfriend, Maura Higgins. The professional dancer, 24, was reduced to tears reflecting on the pairs messy break-up while filming the new series of Celebs Go Dating, as reported by the Sun. And while he recently let slip he didnt find love in the series, he has a better idea of the type of woman he hopes to meet in the future. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, he said: "Ever since being on Love Island I do think my ...

Dublins Q102 By Ellen Smith (via Getty/Channel 4) Viewers were left completely shocked by a reference to Phillip Schofields sexuality in brand new Channel 4 show, Its a Sin. Set in 1981, Its a Sin follows the lives of five friends, who live in a flat together in London, exploring their identities and embracing who they really are. With their lives tested as they grow up in the shadow of AIDS, theyre determined to live and...