Roger Quintens, 75, living in Belgium, and Clonakilty resident Marleen Drijkoningen, 64, are in a long-distance relationship, cocooning together but apart during the current pandemic. The happy couple, who were first acquainted 50 years ago – when they were both involved in organising strikes to prevent the closure of the […]
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Barnardos children’s charity has launched a national parent supportline to support all parents during the Covid-19 pandemic. The government’s response to Covid-19 has meant that normal routines and sources of support are currently unavailable to many families. Through it’s dedicated telephone supportline Barnardos can provide support and advice to parents […]
Minister for Health Simon Harris TD has welcomed confirmation by health insurance companies to offer customers a rebate during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Government recently announced a partnership agreement with private hospitals as part of the national effort to respond to the emergency. The additional capacity secured is vital for […]
Albert Einstein once said, “In the midst of every crisis, lies great opportunity”. Sandra Maybury, PLANtastic Events says that could be said of the recent cancellations of so many events and how offering online performances, classes and shows have created new opportunities. As an event manager, I know first-hand the months of preparation that […]
Irish man Maurice Sadlier warns of the dangers of the Coronavirus spreading “like wildfire”. Nine children froze to death in Syrian camps in February. Tipperary man Maurice Sadlier who is the Programmes Director for World Vision Ireland has warned that the coronavirus will completely overwhelm the health system in Syria. […]
Irish Wheelchair Association’s frontline workers are delivering vital services to people with physical disabilities in homes in West Cork throughout the COVID-19 crisis. The organisation has also set up an emergency response team to continue to reach people with disabilities, who may become sick with the coronavirus and isolated. Sinéad […]