The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI) is running a national survey to capture a snapshot of the experiences of people affected by dementia – those living with the condition and their families, caregivers and supporters. The Experience of Dementia in Ireland Survey 2023 aims to understand more about this cohort’s critical challenges and […]
This week, members of the West Cork Jesters and staff of St Finbarr’s National School, Bantry met with Minister for Disabilities, Anne Rabbitte and Minister for Sport, Thomas Byrne. This meeting was organised by Deputy Christopher O’Sullivan and was aimed at assisting the group’s efforts to build an Astro Turf […]
It’s rare to see a West Cork athlete ply their trade outside the country, but Bandon born Ronan Crowley, who plays for the Robert Emmetts Hurling club in London and for the Exiles at inter-county level, is one to watch says Matthew Hurley. Crowley was the third top scorer in […]
A new presidential team led by president, Elaine Houlihan, begins their two-year term at the head of the young farmers organisation following recent elections. A member of the Killmallock branch in Co Limerick, Elaine is set to become the second woman to lead the organisation and subject to a trawl through […]
‘Inanna Modern’, a new sub-division of Inanna Rare Books and Reader’s Garden in Skibbereen will hold its first art exhibition at Cnoc Buí in Unionhall from May 7 – 27. While visitors to Inanna’s beautiful location at Woodley House on Castletownshend Road are already familiar with their merchandise of historical […]
Currently on a UK tour playing keyboards for alternative folk singer Junior Brother from Kerry, the main man behind The Bonk, Phil Christie chats to Lauren Guillery. On May 14, Phil Christie will grace one of West Cork’s most intimate venues to promote the release of his second LP ‘Greater […]