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Watch: Former RTÉ journalist Charlie Bird reveals cloned voice

Retired RTÉ journalist Charlie Bird is to have his voice cloned in the coming days, which will allow him to communicate despite his voice deteriorating due to Motor Neurone Disease (MND). He confirmed in a social media post that "my voice is getting ...

31 Jan 2022 at 21:00

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Drink Tea for MND at Keeldra Lake in Leitrim

Please support our event in aid of Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. This year, due to Covid 19 restrictions, we are hosting this event outdoors! Taking place at Keeldra Lake Amenity on Saturday, 11th July from 2pm to 4pm.

08 Jul 2020 at 16:00

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Gearing up for the Leitrim 2 London fundraising cycle

A group of local cyclists from Leitrim Cycling Club are about to embark on the gruelling challenge of cycling from Leitrim to London, in a bid to raise funds and with the aim of making it to Ruislip for the Leitrim V London championship game over ...

09 Apr 2022 at 13:02

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Leitrim part of 10km run challenge for Motor Neurone Disease

On January 18th, 2010, John Twomey lost his fight to Motor Neurone Disease. His son Jerry Twomey has decided to set himself a challenge to mark John’s birthday this year. During the month of July 2022 Jerry will set out to complete a 10km run in ...

12 Jul 2022 at 18:29

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83-year-old Donegal man takes on the lakes of Ireland to highlight motor neuron disease

83-year-old Donegal man Paddy Conaghan has had an impressive start to 2024 as he began his latest incredible feat that will see him brave the lakes of the 32 counties of Ireland. Estimated to span six weeks, Paddy’s appropriately named ...

09 Jan 2024 at 20:00

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'My health has changed completely' - Charlie Bird shares devastating personal update

Charlie Bird has shared a heartbreaking update with fans and followers, confirming his health has "changed completely". Commenting on his official X (formerly Twitter) page yesterday (February 11), the former RTÉ journalist (74) - who ...

12 Feb 2024 at 07:49

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Charlie Bird will join rugby legend in Dublin ultramarathon to raise funds for MND

A former RTÉ broadcaster and Motor Neurone Disease (MND) advocate will take part in the final stage of an ultra marathon in Dublin in two weeks. Charlie Bird, who lives with MND, will join England Rugby League legend, Kevin Sinfield ...

21 Nov 2023 at 12:56

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Brave Irish man Adrian Harkin with Motor Neurone Disease aims to raise €1million

A Donegal man who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) 18 months ago is aiming to raise awareness and €1 million for The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA). Adrian Harkin’s campaign - Adrian's Legacy: The ...

08 Feb 2024 at 14:18

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Leitrim remembers Memory Man, Jimmy McGee

Local Cloone man Andy McGovern has suffered from Motor Neuron Disease for many years and wrote a book 'Against the Odds' (one of two books he wrote) outlining his life since his diagnosis which also saw an involvement by the ...

25 Sept 2017 at 14:00

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Sport stars pay tribute to late Doddie Weir in birthday video

Rugby stars Kenny Logan and Rob Wainwright and other sporting legends have paid tribute to the late Doddie Weir in a video released on what would have been his 55th birthday. The video has been created to honour the memory ...

04 Jul 2025 at 00:01

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Celebrities embark on 555-mile cycle for MND research and deliver Lions match ball

A team of celebrities and rugby players are preparing for a 555-mile cycle challenge around the island of Ireland to raise funds for research into motor neurone disease (MND) in memory of the late Doddie Weir. Weir died ...

15 Jun 2025 at 00:01

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GAA community rallies to help man who lost use of both arms and legs

The GAA community in Co Cavan has rallied to support a former player who has lost the use of his arms and legs. Thomas Doonan’s world turned upside down in October 2020, as he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. ...

28 Mar 2024 at 10:20

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