45 h. ago University of Galway spearheads course to encourage sustainable workplaces

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The University of Galway is spearheading the development of a new ten-week course to encourage sustainable work practices. The new micro-credential programme is aimed at those already working in labs across the medtech, science and research sectors. The course, which aims to reduce the environmental impact of […] The post University of Galway spearheads course to encourage sustainable workplaces appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Plea to Junior Education Minister for extra classrooms for St.Oliver's Special School in Tuam

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Ability West has made a plea to Junior Education Minister Michael Moynihan for some extra land for St. Oliver’s Special School in Tuam as it’s at capacity The Department of Education school caters for pupils aged 4 to 18 with learning disability or Autism or Emotional and […] The post Plea to Junior Education Minister for extra classrooms for St.Oliver's Special School in Tuam appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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8 d. ago Developer behind Monivea solar farm "committed" to second public consultation

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The developer behind a planned major solar farm near Monivea says it’s “committed” to community engagement and will hold another public consultation. A public consultation on the Belleville Solar Farm was held in June – but locals claim it falls far short of the engagement they need […] The post Developer behind Monivea solar farm "committed" to second public consultation appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Junior Minister says development of Galway Port hugely important for West

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Junior Enterprise Minister Alan Dillon says the development of the Galway Port is strategically important for the West of Ireland. He was speaking at Ibec’s new office opening in the city, with a visit to Galway Port and a meeting with Galway Chamber also on the agenda […] The post Junior Minister says development of Galway Port hugely important for West appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Prospect of Convention Centre on City Hall Site floated by Deputy Mayor

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM There’s a call for a state-of-the-art convention centre to be developed on the current site of Galway City Council on College Road. In the very near future, the local authority will be moving to a new building at Crown Square in Mervue. But there’s very little certainty […] The post Prospect of Convention Centre on City Hall Site floated by Deputy Mayor appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Junior Enterprise Minister to visit Galway Port and meet Chamber tomorrow

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Junior Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Alan Dillon is in Galway city tomorrow (2/9) He’ll be attending the IBEC West annual meeting of Oireachtas Members. Minister Dillon will also visit Galway Port for a briefing on its planned redevelopment and the LDA’s planned housing development. While […] The post Junior Enterprise Minister to visit Galway Port and meet Chamber tomorrow appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago First stage of development works at Rinville Sports & Community Grounds begin

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The first stage of development works of the new Renville Sports & Community Grounds in Oranmore is starting today. This phase includes the construction of an entrance road, which will cross the upper section of Rinville Park. It will also see the development of four pitches, car […] The post First stage of development works at Rinville Sports & Community Grounds begin appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway City Council announce appointment of new Urban and Community Development Officers

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Council have announced the appointment of three new Urban and Community Development Officers to give targeted support to community and voluntary groups in the City. These roles will support the growth and empowerment of local communities, working closely with residents, community groups and other stakeholders […] The post Galway City Council announce appointment of new Urban and Community Development Officers appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway's Town Hall Theatre to receive funding for upgrade and development

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Town Hall Theatre in Galway is to receive funding for upgrading and development. Just shy of €40,000 has been approved through the Government’s €1.4m Cultural Capital Scheme. The Galway city theatre is just one of eight arts and culture organisations nationwide to receive funding through this […] The post Galway's Town Hall Theatre to receive funding for upgrade and development appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Minister launches new dyspraxia holiday club at Glendeer Pet Farm

The importance of peer support for children with dyspraxia was highlighted at the launch of a new holiday club initiative by Minister for Disability and Galway West TD Hildegarde Naughton. Cairde Club provides children with dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder with a chance to meet their peers and enjoy activities together in an inclusive atmosphere while also […] The post Minister launches new dyspraxia holiday club at Glendeer Pet Farm appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Female entrepreneurs encouraged to apply for business development programme

Female entrepreneurs from Galway are being encouraged to submit their applications for the latest cycle of ACORNS, a highly successful development programme to support women living in rural Ireland who are in the early stages of starting their own business. ACORNS has been providing support to early-stage female entrepreneurs in rural Ireland for more than […] The post Female entrepreneurs encouraged to apply for business development programme appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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