'Oldest swingers' in Cork celebrate their joint 90th birthday

Twin sisters Sheila McCarthy and Maura O'Keeffe are due to celebrate their milestone birthday with a family party in Glounthaune on Friday

Twins Sheila McCarthy (left) and Maura O'Keeffe will be having a big party on Friday night to celebrate their 90th birthday. Picture: Red FM

Twin sisters from Cork who celebrated their 90th birthday today have attributed their longevity to their keen sense of humour.

Sheila McCarthy and her sister Maura O'Keeffe, who both had the maiden name of Cahill and grew up on the Mill Rd in Midleton, Co Cork, are due to celebrate their milestone birthday with a family party in the Elm Tree restaurant in Glounthaune on Friday.