President Michael D Higgins has stressed the need for the State to protect and sustain the life and culture of Ireland’s islands.

West Cork was traditionally renowned as a haven for potters — but harsh times mean many are now being forced to support themselves by teaching, or working in call centres or jobs in the retail sector.

Former Vita Cortex workers this morning mark the 100th day of their mammoth sit-in with a Mass for close family and friends in the factory canteen.

IT’S all about attitude and it’s never too late.

PRESIDENT Mary McAleese will make history next Monday when she becomes the first president to visit an island off the southwest coast.

WHILE I am not a medical person, I am amazed nonetheless at the headlines and false reports in the controversy arising from breast cancer misdiagnosis.