ABBEYLEIX woman Emma Fogarty’s efforts to raise funds and awareness for the debilitating condition EB (Epidermolysis Bullosa) received a cash boost this week thanks to FBD Hotels & Resorts.

The actor is running the Irish Life Dublin Marathon, with Emma Fogarty, who has the condition epidermolysis bullosa, joining him for the final 4km.

A HOTEL manager from Durrow is set to run a marathon with Hollywood star Colin Farrell, as they join forces to support an amazing Abbeyleix woman and friend.