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A campaign launched by one of Ireland’s leading providers of home care services is seeking to dispel the many myths surrounding the care sector and highlight the stories of those receiving care so that they can remain living in their own home.
The sacrifices of a man who lost his life for practising his religious beliefs were remembered as a solemn ceremony in Tomhaggard on Christmas morning. This annual event commemorates the life of Father Nicholas Mayler, the former parish priest of Tomhaggard and Tacumshane, who was killed by British troops while celebrating Mass at a Mass Rock on Christmas Day, 1653.
Having recently been named as a School of Sanctuary, a place which welcomes and includes all students, Loreto Wexford has underlined its commitment to creating a safe space for all by taking part in Think Languages Day. A nationwide initiative involving transition year students from 180 schools, Think Languages Day is an annual celebration of languages and culture funded by the Department of Education to support a strong, growing economy while also promoting a multicultural and inclusive society.
With studies showing that winter storms increase the likelihood of litter washing up on our beaches, those taking winter strolls in coastal areas this festive season are being encouraged to take part in a nationwide initiative to keep those beaches clean.
The man at the helm may have changed but the 52nd edition of the Kilmore Parish Journal once more chronicles a wide range of activities in the parish with comprehensive reports on the activities of the many clubs and organisations which continue to thrive in Kilmore. Following the retirement of Seamus O’Brien, who edited the journal for a decade, Ger Walsh takes over editorial duties, becoming just the third person in the history to hold the position alongside Seamus and the late Hillary Murphy.