Castlemagner

DAWN CHORUS WALK

Castlemagner Sinsir Club will host their annual Dawn Chorus Walk in Castlemagner on Saturday next, April 29, starting at 5 a.m., with funds raised going to the Intensive Care Unit of the Mercy University Hospital Cork.

The four mile walk, with pickup points along the route, will incorporate the panoramic views of the historic battle site of the hill of Knocknanuss. This event is famous for its hearty full Irish barbecued breakfast which will be served at Castlemagner Community Centre on completion of the walk.

As this is such a worthy cause, all donations and support will be greatly appreciated. Those, who feel unable to take part in the walk but would like to show their support, are more than welcome to join in the social barbecued breakfast banquet after the walk, where voluntary donations by non-walkers may be made.

Funds raised through the walk will be used to purchase a new Ultrasound machine for the ICU at the Mercy University Hospital which will allow faster delivery of treatment and further enhance patient safety and comfort at the Mercy. The Intensive Care team at the Mercy cares for the most critically ill patients using life-supporting and life-saving equipment. An Ultrasound machine helps administer essential fluids and nutrients, specialised medication, and assists in major surgeries including neurological procedures and cancer surgeries. However, there is currently only one Ultrasound machine, shared between five surgical theatres at the Mercy. The new Ultrasound machine will enable doctors and nurses to carry out life-saving procedures even faster.

To join the walk, simply show next Saturday morning, April 29, and register at the starting point located near Bourke’s of Subulter at 4.45 a.m. Those, who are unfamiliar with the area should go to Castlemagner Community Centre where they will be directed by stewards to the starting point. Entry fee for adults is €10 and for children it is €5, and this includes breakfast. Walkers are asked to wear walking boots. will be in attendance from April 29 to May 1.

WESTGATE FOUNDATION

On Tuesday, May 9, Ballincollig Comhaltas will be entertaining residents in Westgate from 1112pm.