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Neil Delamere launches ‘Dublin Amber Friendship Week’ in aid of ALONE

18 September 2017

Comedian Neil Delamere is calling on people throughout Dublin to gather their friends and head to their local pub next week in support of ALONE.

ITAA Statement on the Cancellation of Ryanair Flights

16 September 2017

The Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) has expressed strong concern over the cancellation of flights by Ryanair at short notice.

Aer Lingus announced as title sponsor of 2018 Irish Travel Industry Awards

8 September 2017

The Irish Travel Industry Awards will take place in the historic Round Room at the Mansion House Dublin, Thursday, 25 January 2018.

ALONE calls on local authorities to prioritise the development of social housing for older people

7 September 2017

Charity comments in advance of Emergency Housing Summit tomorrow

ITAA issues advice in advance of Hurricane Irma’s arrival in the Caribbean and Florida

6 September 2017

Powerful category 5 hurricane, is forecast to bring hazardous sea and weather conditions to parts of the Caribbean in the next 36-48 hours.

ALONE – Government focus should be on new technology & housing with support

31 August 2017

Charity responds to proposed changes to Fair Deal Nursing Home Support Scheme that would increase the disposable income of older people

Resort Revelations III – Public Art Programme returns to Portrane

24 August 2017

This year’s Resort Revelations public art programme will be launched by Mayor of Fingal Cllr Mary McCamley and Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Paul Reid.

ITAA Respond to Terror Attack in Barcelona

18 August 2017

The Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) has responded to the terror attack in Barcelona yesterday.

‘Loss of 90,000 bed days demonstrates need for an increase in home care budget’

16 August 2017

ALONE calls on government to increase funding for homecare following the report that 90,000 bed days have been lost in the hospital system.

ALONE ‘Revisions to Fair Deal Scheme offer no solutions for older people’

14 August 2017

ALONE has expressed concern over the governments plans to make changes to the “Fair Deal” Nursing Home Support Scheme.

Travel Agents advise Irish holidaymakers to book now for 2018

9 August 2017

The latest ITAA quarterly survey results, released today, demonstrate the continued growth of the Irish travel industry.

ITAA Statement on Delays in European Airports

2 August 2017

The ITAA today commented on the increased delays in European Airports due to new security checks introduced in the wake of terror attacks.

New Irish Musical ‘The Promise’ to open Swords Summer Festival

14 July 2017

The Promise, a new Irish musical, opens the Swords Summer Festival on Thursday, July 20, at 8pm in the magnificent setting of Swords Castle

The Farthest will be released In Irish cinemas on July 28th

14 July 2017

An entirely Irish production, The Farthest includes interviews with 30 of the original scientists and engineers who built and flew the ground breaking mission.

An Taoiseach Launches Creative Ireland Fingal Programme 2017

11 July 2017

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar launched the Creative Ireland Fingal Programme at an event celebrating the new major culture and creativity initiative designed to promote individual, community and national well-being.

Roller Derby Documentary Revolutions in cinemas 30th June

20 June 2017

Shot and directed by Laura McGann, Revolutions was produced by Ross Whitaker for True Films.

Twice Shy opens in cinemas around Ireland from Friday, 23rd June

12 June 2017

Directed by Tom Ryan and Produced by Fionn Greger, award winning Twice Shy is a timely, coming-of-age-drama.

Get a taste of track cycling at StreetVelodrome Dublin City

7 June 2017

Dublin City Council presents StreetVelodrome Dublin City, as part of National Bike Week 2017, this Sunday 11th June and Monday 12th June in Smithfield Square, Dublin 7.

Come fly with us at the 2017 Dublin Kite Festival

6 June 2017

The spectacular Dublin Kite Festival returns for its fifth year on Sunday 18th June at North Bull Island, Clontarf.

“A lot has changed since 1977 but ALONE still needed today more than ever”

24 May 2017

ALONE celebrated its 40th anniversary at an event hosted by the Lord Mayor of Dublin Brendan Carr in City Hall, Dublin.

Hampstead – starring Brendan Gleeson & Diane Keaton

18 May 2017

See love from a new perspective - Hampstead is released in Ireland on 23rd June 2017.

Cardboard Gangsters – film to hit Irish Cinemas 16th June

8 May 2017

The official trailer for Mark O’Connor’s gritty Dublin gangland feature Cardboard Gangsters has been released.

Pets in the City – A Purrfect Day Out for the whole family

2 May 2017

The annual Pets in the City, brought to you by Dublin City Council and supported by the DSPCA and King of Paws, will take place on Sunday 14th May 2017 in Smithfield Square.

Long Haul & Adventure Holidays emerge as top travel trends for Summer 2017

27 April 2017

The latest Irish Travel Agents Association survey has revealed the emerging travel trends among Irish holidaymakers.

Fingal County Council invite community engagement in Creative Ireland Programme

25 April 2017

Fingal County Council and Creative Ireland hosted an open meeting yesterday to share details about the Creative Ireland Programme

Sleepless starring Jamie Foxx hits Irish cinemas May 5th

25 April 2017

Vincent Downs is an undercover Las Vegas police officer who is tangled in a high stakes web of corrupt cops and mob-controlled casinos.

ALONE engages in government consultation on new home care model

24 April 2017

ALONE has aligned with 12 other charities and advocacy groups in response to a new review on the regulation and financing of homecare.

Lisney host Charity Auction in aid of ALONE

21 April 2017

Lisney are hosting an auction in aid of ALONE in Farrier & Draper on South William Street on Thursday 27th April at 6.30pm.

Celebrate culture and creativity at Fingal’s Cruinniú na Cásca

7 April 2017

County Council to host Easter Monday Market in Swords Castle as part of Creative Ireland Programme.

Miss Sloane released in Irish cinemas May 12th

31 March 2017

Starring Jessica Chastain, Mark Strong, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Alison Pill, Jake Lacy and John Lithgow.

ALONE welcomes inaugural National Positive Ageing Forum

30 March 2017

ALONE, the charity that supports older people to age at home, has commended Minister McEntee for giving a voice to the Aging Sector

From Terry George, The Promise opens in Irish cinemas April 28th

27 March 2017

Starring Oscar Isaac, Christian Bale and Charlotte Le Bon, The Promise is inspired by True Life events.

ALONE & HSE launch New Support Coordination Services for Older People in North Dublin

23 March 2017

A new Support Coordination Service for older people in the Dublin North City and County area was launched today.

Government support needed to navigate challenges facing Irish Travel Trade

22 March 2017

The Irish Travel Industry Trade Show took place in RDS Hall 3 to a large gathering of travel professionals from across the country.

ALONE drives forward with ElectroRoute and Mitsubishi Corporation

22 March 2017

ALONE today received a donation of a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV from ElectroRoute and Mitsubishi Corporation.

On your marks, get set… Go running in support of ALONE at this year’s VHI Women’s Mini Marathon

19 March 2017

ALONE is calling on women throughout the country to participate in the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon in aid of ALONE.

Discover the latest in travel innovation at the Irish Travel Industry Trade Show

16 March 2017

Ireland’s largest ever travel trade show, the Irish Travel Industry Trade Show, takes place next Wednesday in the RDS.

A Dog’s Purpose to be released nationwide on 5th May

15 March 2017

The heart warming and surprising story of one devoted dog who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love.

First trailer released for Hampstead starring Brendan Gleeson and Diane Keaton

8 March 2017

Inspired by a true story, Hampstead is a funny and life-affirming tale about how love can be found in the most unexpected places.

Dublin Film Critics Circle announce award winners at ADIFF

27 February 2017

The event, hosted by Limelight Communications, saw Aquarius win Best Film at ADIFF 2017.

Lost in France will open on general release in Ireland on 3rd March

27 February 2017

Featuring a stunning mix of live performances and frequently hilarious interviews, the film reunites key label personnel from Chemikal Underground Records.

ALONE’s Befriending Service – tackling loneliness

13 February 2017

ALONE, the charity that supports older people to age at home, is highlighting the importance of their Befriending Service during Friendship Week.

20th Century Women opens in Irish cinemas February 10th

7 February 2017

Written and Directed by Mike Mills, 20th Century Women is nominated for an Academy Award in the category Best Original Screenplay.

Limelight Communications is proud to support the DFCC Awards 2017

1 February 2017

The 2017 Dublin Film Critics’ Circle Awards at the Audi Dublin International Film Festival will be announced on Sunday 26th February.

George Best biopic ‘Best’ – Dublin preview screening announced

1 February 2017

The film will screen at the Audi Dublin International Film Festival on Saturday 18th February.

35,000 HOLIDAYSMAKERS PLAN THEIR 2017 BREAK AT THE HOLIDAY WORLD SHOW DUBLIN

29 January 2017

The Holiday World Show Dublin, which took place this weekend, saw almost 35,000 people make their way to the RDS Simmonscourt for personalised expert travel advice, show-only deals and tips for the bargains of 2017.

Grenham Travel and Shandon Travel Crowned Travel Agents of the Year at the Irish Travel Industry Awards

27 January 2017

Grenham Travel and Shandon Travel were crowned ITAA Travel Agencies of the Year 2017 at the annual Irish Travel Industry Awards in Dublin last night (Thursday 26th January).

95% of Irish Travel Agents experienced growth in 2016

27 January 2017

The travel industry has had another year of positive growth, according to the latest Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) quarterly survey, released on the opening day of the Holiday World Show Dublin.

O’Donovan Brothers to appear at Holiday World Show

26 January 2017

Cork duo headline The Eoghan Corry Travel Summit in Association with Dublin Airport where they will share their travel stories.

Denial opens in Irish Cinemas January 27th

20 January 2017

Denial recounts Deborah E. Lipstadt’s legal battle for historical truth against David Irving, who accused her of libel when she declared him a Holocaust denier.

The Young Offenders released across host of VOD platforms

16 January 2017

Irish Box-Office smash hit The Young Offenders is now available to view across online platforms in Ireland including iTunes, Google Play, Amazon and Eir.

ALONE – The provision of quality home care packages for older people is a necessity

16 January 2017

ALONE, the charity that supports older people to age at home, is calling on the government to make homecare a legal right, ensuring that all older people are supported to age in the community.