The First Holy Communion is a big event in any child’s life, and it turns out they are big days for the parents too, with many splashing the cash on lavish parties to celebrate. Expensive food trucks and entertainment are common features of many First Holy Communion parties, according to several services providers.
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Hospitals 'afraid to assess patients for malnutrition due to lack of money'
Some hospitals are afraid to screen patients for malnutrition because of a lack of money, a damning watchdog report has revealed. Despite the condition hitting one in four people admitted to hospital, an audit found fears the cash is not there to pay for better food and increased dietetics to assess nutritional health.
Save Moore Street urges Government not to spend public money fighting ruling
Campaigners have called on the Government not to try to overturn a judge’s ruling which expanded the Moore Street national monument site. The Save Moore Street 2016 group said Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys should not use more public money to fund a further legal challenge.
Irish dance groups join forces to raise money for a great cause
Two groups of Irish dancers have joined forces to create a fantastic video which showcases their talents in a bid to raise money for a great cause. Most of the dancers come from The Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance. They are joined by 15 dancers from the Phi Mu sorority at the Canadian University La… Continue reading Irish dance groups join forces to raise money for a great cause
Generous Irish boy donates money to children’s hospital
A generous Irish boy had his parents beaming with pride when he revealed what he intended to do with his communion money. Liam O’Flynn decided that rather than keep the money for himself he would prefer to donate it to Temple Street Children’s Hospital.
George Bernard Shaw quotes on money
George Bernard Shaw understood the value and importance of money. He also recognised that it was easy to say that money wasn’t important if you had lots of it. Those without obviously resented these kind of comments. Shaw made several attacks on the upper classes and the unfair distribution of wealth in society throughout his… Continue reading George Bernard Shaw quotes on money
Oscar Wilde quotes on work and money
* * * Alas, I am dying beyond my means. * * * * * * It is better to have a permanent income than to be fascinating. * * * * * * No man is rich enough to buy back his past. * * * It is only by not paying one’s bills… Continue reading Oscar Wilde quotes on work and money
Why American couples go for destination weddings in Ireland
An increasing number of American couples are heading to Ireland to get married, according to wedding industry insiders. One bride described having her big day in Northern Ireland as ‘a literal fairytale’.
Ardal O’Hanlon reveals his surprising low fee for Father Ted – but he did keep a priceless momento from the set
Irish star Ardal O’Hanlon has revealed how much he was paid for starring in the classic comedy Father Ted – and it’s far less than you might think. The comedian and actor, who played the loveable Fr Dougal Maguire for three series was paid just £2,000 per episode.
Daniel O’Donnell says ‘Charlie’s Climb’ has united the Irish people like nothing he can remember
Irish star Daniel O’Donnell has spoken about the ‘honour’ he felt at taking part in a charity climb in Co Mayo. The singer was part of ‘Charlie’s Climb’ – a fundraising event featuring group of people who climbed up Croagh Patrick to raise money for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.