When the world’s biggest lockdown began in India, renowned Irish charity, The Hope Foundation, immediately knew that a secondary crisis was going to arise very quickly – a hunger pandemic. HOPE knew that life for the daily labourers, like rickshaw pullers and rag pickers, in West Bengal would see their […]
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The many community groups, volunteers and staff that make up Cork County Council’s COVID19 Community Call have shown remarkable collaboration and cooperation in recent times. The Community response on the Beara peninsula is no exception. Bere Island Community Radio, at the heart of the community of Beara, Sheep’s Head and […]
The village of Courtmacsherry in West Cork will be out in force (within social distancing guidelines of course) on Friday, May 1 to celebrate the 100th birthday of much-loved resident Margaret Crowley. Due to the current lockdown, most of Margaret’s family are unfortunately unable to be with her this year […]
by Amanda RoeAmanda supports clients in their recovery from trauma, anxiety and stress. For more information or to arrange a free virtual discovery session with Skype or Zoom call/text 087 633 1898 or email amanda@marketstclinic.com. In my twenties, I worked as professional yacht crew, travelling extensively on a boat with a […]



