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The Pub That Refused to Die | Ireland News
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- Jul 2, 2026
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- 105
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Summary
In a heartwarming Irish triumph, the tiny village of Kilteely saved its beloved pub, The Street Bar, by rallying 26 locals who pooled their resources — sparking a viral campaign called “The Pub That Refused to Die.” The story won top honors at Cannes Lions, including the Grand Prix and four Bronze Lions, proving the power of authentic community narratives. Filmed by Gar O’Rourke and showcased at Dublin’s film festival, the campaign went global, inspiring villages like Ballylooby to follow suit. With over 1,100 media placements and reaching 200 million people, this grassroots movement turned one pub’s survival into a nationwide rallying cry for preserving local heritage. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c9eff02cd69f8fb2