The scheme has grown from 30 schools to over 2,000 schools across the country.

The event is taking place between 5.30pm and 7.30pm at the Errigal House Hotel in Cootehill.

A file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

The garda suffered a number of injuries after he tried to give medical attention to a man in the Cootehill area at around midday on Tuesday afternoon.

Sylvia paid tribute to the overwhelming amount of support that this fundraiser has already received with locals going "above and beyond" for The Holy Family School in Cootehill.

Blood supplies are down to three days for most types including 'O' positive which is the blood type of 48 per cent of the Irish population.

Cavan County Council are currently looking for a contractor to construct 13 fully serviced dwellings at Chapel Lane, Munnilly, Cootehill.

The total development would consist of 18 new units.