A Cork hairdresser who is providing free hair cuts for Holy Communion children who come from vulnerable or needy backgrounds has encouraged salons across the country to follow his lead.

It is only a matter of weeks before churchyards around Ireland will be filled with adorable children in white dresses or suits. With First Holy Communion season just around the corner, and many parents are facing a hectic period of planning, writes Gráinne McGuinness.

A West Cork boy who donated €100 of his Holy Communion money to charity has been identified following an appeal.

Finding a programme to help children on how to relate to money is the perfect opportunity to cash in on their Holy Communion donations, writes Margaret Carragher.