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Local schoolboy wins life-saving equipment in competition run by CRITICAL

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A 12-year-old boy from Killarney has won a defibrillator from the emergency medical response charity CRITICAL, which he has donated to the local community.

Evan Mulhern, has won an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in the charity’s CPR awareness competition at last year’s National Ploughing championships.

The 12-year-old has decided to place the AED in The Reeks Gateway, which is near the shopping centre with a number of apartments nearby.

CRITICAL, whose mission is to save lives through a network of volunteer emergency medical responders, had a stand at the National Ploughing Championships last year where volunteers spoke to people with concerns around farm safety or mental health.

The defibrillator for a community competition aimed to raise awareness about the importance of AEDs in saving lives during emergencies like sudden cardiac arrest.

Evan said: “We had a first aid class in school a few weeks before the Ploughing Championships. I was interested in it and stopped at the CRITICAL stand when I saw the CPR demonstrations and wanted to try it out for myself. CPR and AEDs are very important in the community because they save lives.”

Having access to an AED enables the community to be better equipped to help save lives and promote a safer environment in the community.

CRITICAL CEO David Tighe said: “We are thrilled to see young individuals like Evan taking an active interest in emergency readiness and safety. Evan serves as an inspiration to others, demonstrating the importance of awareness and preparedness in emergency situations. CRITICAL is proud to support his efforts and we encourage the community to follow his lead in promoting safety and well-being.

“I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank Hayes First Aid for the generous donation of the Automated External Defibrillator. We value their partnership and look forward to continuing our work together. “

Last year, CRITICAL reported a 45% increase in the number of calls made to them. The charity is now operational in 25 counties and responded to 1,308 taskings, where a volunteer responded to an emergency 999 call which included chest pain, stroke, cardiac and respiratory arrest, falls and road traffic collisions.

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HeartBeat to host Advanced Healthcare Directive information night

Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) […]

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Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 8pm in the Parish Centre, Park Road.

An ADH is a document which sets out your instructions in relation to healthcare treatments in the future, when you no longer have the capacity to decide. AHDs are not solely relevant to older individuals. Young adults can also significantly benefit from putting these directives in place for themselves or when assisting loved ones. Attendees will gain valuable ‘Knowledge is Power; regarding legal and personal matters
The meeting will specifically look at two key application forms: the standard AHD Form and the Think Ahead / my form.
Prior to the main meeting, a Blood Pressure. and Pulse Clinic will be available from 7:15pm until 8:00pm sharp. Following O’Shea Clarke’s presentation, there will be a Question & Answer session, followed by tea and coffee.
SAGE Advocacy, the national service for older people, works to ensure access to information, support, and independent advocacy, while also providing safeguarding services across various settings, including homes, day centres, hospitals, and nursing homes.
They also support vulnerable adults and healthcare patients in situations where other services may not be available.
For further information, email anne.osheaclarke@sageadvocacy.ie or visit www.sageadvocacy.ie.

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Singer-songwriter Lillie Foley releases second single

Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms. ‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend […]

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Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms.

‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend of pop and soul music, drawing on Foley’s own life experiences. The track marks a further step in the promising career of the emerging local artist.
Recorded at the renowned Windmill Lane Recording Studios in Dublin, ‘That’s Life’ showcases Foley’s emotive lyrics, soulful vocals, and a sound that is both modern and deeply personal. Collaborating with music producer and audio engineer Hermann Ogulla, Foley has crafted a song that blends her Irish background with contemporary musical styles, aiming to resonate with listeners in Ireland,and beyond.
Foley said: “This is a song about resilience and accepting that bad things happen in life and we just have to get on with it and move on as best we can.”
‘That’s Life’ is the second of several songs Foley has planned for release in 2025.

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