A crankie box is a vintage illuminated story-telling device popular up until the end of the 19th century which displays moving illustrations to accompany song lyrics.

In 2004, 76,000 cruisers travelled the waterway. By 2023, that figure had dropped to 35,000 and up until May this year, the number was less than 30,000. 

The longest wait time in this region is for children's speech and language therapy, which, currently stands at just one week shy of 200 weeks, or eight weeks short of three years. 

Fr Joe McGrath and Aidy's family are to host an all-day coffee morning at Aidy's home in Kilcogy in memory of him and in aid of the new webcam service. 

The incident took place at the business on the Kingscourt Road in the town at approximately 6:10am on the morning of Saturday, 7th September.

The specialist team will include a consultant psychologist, consultant occupational therapist, clinical nurse and admin staff.

They were entered in a very competitive category but investment in the safety and care of its people ensured the Safety Award belonged to Mannok.

As of August 2024 there were 41 children awaiting an autism assessment, with 26 of these waiting over 12 months.