Helen Donohue

Those who died include a Dublin woman who helped to raise thousands of euro for charity and a missionary priest who set up Amnesty International in Hong Kong

Victims of Covid-19 remembered by their loved ones

The loss of people in Ireland from Covid-19 has been a huge tragedy for many families and communities, and some have left behind legacies both nationally and internationally.

Coronavirus • 19 Jun 20

Scott and Reg Hayes from Dublin in Sweny's Pharmacy as part of Bloomsday celebrations (Pic: RollingNews.ie)

James Joyce fans celebrate Bloomsday around the world

Actors, writers and fans of James Joyce are coming together across the world to mark this year's Bloomsday.

Ireland • 16 Jun 20

Paddy Reilly's daughter said he was 'devoted to his family'

Dad's diary helps daughter cope following Covid death

The Chief Executive of the Irish Hospice Foundation has said that many people are grieving in isolation in the wake of Covid-19 and need to be supported.

Ireland • 10 Jun 20

Rose Hegarty died aged 84 at St Mary's Hospital in Dublin's Phoenix Park last month

Family wants public inquiry over nursing home deaths

The family of a woman who died at St Mary's Hospital nursing home in Dublin after contracting Covid-19 has called for a full statutory inquiry to examine the numbers of deaths in long-term residential settings.

Coronavirus • 21 May 20

The current restrictions make it difficult for young people to meet new people and date

Rise in young people seeking help for loneliness

A group that works with young people says they have seen a rise in those looking for help to deal with anxiety and loneliness since restrictions were put in place to combat the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus • 15 May 20

INTO wants assurances schools will not be opened prematurely

Schools face 'huge operational challenges' - INTO

The Irish National Teachers' Organisation has said it will be necessary to reduce the number of children attending at one time in almost all schools, given the current guidance around physical distancing.

Coronavirus • 14 May 20