“We are delighted with the new Wall of Gratitude on the unit. It has really brightened the place up and brought a great sense of calm and hope during what can be such a difficult time for our patients.

Oncology Clinical Nurse Manager, Valerie O’ Mahony speaking about this newest addition to the unit

Blackwater Valley Makers are “100%” determined to reopen after a year of shutdowns, and are committed to Fermoy in their search for a new location to house their arts centre.

“THE important thing is that you’re keeping a craft alive. And you’re keeping a business alive. So in that sense, everybody wins.”

Siobhain Steele is a ceramic crafter with a nursing background from Kildinan, who started her career eight years ago.

A little piece of Kildinan has made its way all over the world, as ceramic artist Siobhain Steele saw her beautiful bottles get distributed to places scattered across the globe as an Irish company celebrated their 50 year anniversary.