Every evening at 6 O Clock WLR brings you the 6 biggest stories of the day
GPs and Pharmacies to administer vaccine; Taoiseach urged to intervene in schools reopening uncertainty; and Waterford Sports Partnership launch fitness podcast.
1. Highest number of Covid deaths since start of pandemic
93 people have died due to Covid-19, the highest number since the start of the pandemic. It is expected that in late January or early February, GPs and pharmacists will be able to administer the AstraZeneca vaccine, which can be more easily stored than others requiring ultra-cold storage. Meanwhile a number of hospitals in the south of the country have received and administered a disproportionately large number of Covid-19 vaccines, relative to their size.
2.Taoiseach urged to intervene in row over reopening special needs schools
Following a webinar briefing with public health doctors on Monday, the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation called for a rethink of plans to reopen schools for special needs children this week, saying safety concerns have not been adequately addressed. Labour leader Alan Kelly has now called on Micheál Martin to intervene.
3. Tramore pub did not renew license ahead of December reopening
Ritz owner John Sheedy confirmed to WLR that he did not renew the license when it expired last year on 30th September. Earlier this month Mr Sheedy defended himself against accusations of public health breaches at the pub.
4. Shortlist for Waterford Business Awards announced
A host of Waterford’s top businesses have been shortlisted for the seventh annual Waterford Business Awards. WLR have once again teamed up with the organisers Waterford Chamber and Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber for the gala awards ceremony which for the first time ever, in light of Covid-19, will take place virtually via live stream on Friday, 26th February.
Announcing the shortlist for the Waterford Business Awards ? Businesses of all sizes and from all sectors proving their excellence. Well done to all those making the shortlist ? @wlrfm @waterfordcc @WaterfordCounci @LibertyBlueEA @TheTEFL_Ireland @VisitWaterford @nbphotodesign7 pic.twitter.com/IXcTtWAMST
— Dungarvan Chamber (@DvanChamber) January 19, 2021
5. Weather to turn colder from tomorrow
MET Eireann has issued a weather advisory for the entire country for tomorrow until Sunday. It says there is a risk of frost and icy conditions, with falls of sleet or snow at times.
6. Waterford Sports Partnership launch 0-5k podcast
The new WSP podcast will include weekly training sessions designed to get you up to 5km in 6 weeks. Presented by Pauline Casey the podcast will include a brisk walk to warm you up followed by a combination of alternating short walks and runs. Listen on your smart phone as you walk/run. The podcasts will be released each Monday morning staring next week. Details can be found by clicking here. Don't forget to upload your pics with the hashtag #MyWaterford5k.
