The death of a 72-year-old Irish man in New York has resulted in a new focus on the needs of elderly Irish emigrants in the US. Tony Gallagher, originally from Ballycorrick, Co Mayo had died perhaps as long as a week before his body was found in his Queens apartment. Though some press reports have… Continue reading Calls for greater care of elderly follows death of man in NY
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108-year-old Irish woman dies in SA – 18 years after emigrating
A 108-year-old Irish women who emigrated to South Africa at the age of 90 died there this weekend, according to the Irish Times. Kitty Ball was born in Skerries in 1901 and moved to South Africa to be with her daughter and grandchildren. Mrs Ball had a rich and active life full of travel and… Continue reading 108-year-old Irish woman dies in SA – 18 years after emigrating
Ean press release on RTE medium wave shutdown
Ean has issued a press release on the shutdown of RTE medium wave services, which will affect those who listen to Radio 1 on MW radio. The move will hit listeners in Britain, Northern France and the Benelux countries. Here is the text of the release: On March 24, RTE will cease broadcasting on medium… Continue reading Ean press release on RTE medium wave shutdown
Free travel a no-go, says Minister
Extending free public transport to elderly emigrant visitors to Ireland is not currently possible, according to Social and Family Affairs Minister Martin Cullen. The Irish Independent has reported that the Minister said that despite a Government pledge to work toward free travel for emigrant pensioners, the minister said: “Legal advice indicates that it would not… Continue reading Free travel a no-go, says Minister
Never too late to emigrate?
Here’s one for the record books: a 102-year-old man has decided to begin a new chapter in his life – by emigrating from England to New Zealand. Erik King-Turner has been married for twelve years to his New Zealand-born wife, Doris. The couple, who have been living in Hampshire, met when Doris was researching her… Continue reading Never too late to emigrate?