Eleanor Mannion

The Pandemic & Me: Youth Perspectives on the Pandemic

Young people are facing unique and profound challenges because of the Covid-19 pandemic. School and college life has been turned upside down and many young people have lost their jobs. Others are struggling with being separated from their friends and family.

Youth Mental Health • 19 Oct 20

Bat to life...Susan Kerwin tends to one of the vulnerable creatures

Injured bats get revamp at dedicated Limerick hospital

A caring animal lover has opened Ireland's first dedicated bat hospital in her back garden in Co Limerick.

Munster • 15 Oct 20

How do businesses in Naas feel about Budget 2021?

From fears that their businesses will not survive to concerns about social isolation, loneliness and mental health - we asked businesses in Naas, Co Kildare, how they are feeling and coping ahead of Budget 2021.

budget 2021 • 12 Oct 20

The surplus fruit is available because of the fall in demand from cafes and restaurants impacted by Covid-19

Dublin-based chef turns food waste into ice cream

A Dublin-based chef has launched a range of "zero waste" gelatos using surplus fruits which otherwise would have ended up in landfill.

Ireland • 25 Sep 20

(L-R) Rory Musgrave, baritone; Lynda O'Connor, violin; Carla Vedres, viola; Sandra Oman, soprano; Gerald Peregrine, cello

'Covid Care Concerts' tour delights care home residents

A music company is touring classical and opera-based, outdoor concerts to residential care homes and hospitals across Ireland.

Covid Care Concerts • 18 Sep 20

Tim Carey chose three shops to support saying 'they add value to my life'

'Think about the city you want' - #adoptashop in Dublin

Online momentum has built for the #adoptashop movement which seeks to encourage support for businesses across Ireland through "conscientious shopping".

Dublin • 15 Sep 20

The New Community Men's Shed in Waterford city is the only one of its kind in the country

Men's shed 'community' helps those in Direct Provision

A men's shed specifically for men living in Direct Provision is celebrating its first anniversary this month.

Ireland • 08 Sep 20

Covid diaries capture Kildare lockdown memories

A Covid diary project reveals the impact of the lockdown on its Co Kildare participants with many discussing feelings of "loneliness, isolation, and despair" but also "a sense of optimism".

Coronavirus • 02 Sep 20