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September 2010

Mayo Leadership in Business Programme

Thursday, 09 September 2010

Mayo Ideas Lab and HPSU Skillnet have come together to run a Leadership in Business programme in Belmullet over the period October to November 2010.   The objective is this programme is to support senior executives in developing their strategic and leadership skills, to enable them position their companies for future ... Read on >>


September 2010

Something for everybody during Mayo Ideas Week - Seachtain Tuairimí Gnó

Wednesday, 08 September 2010

MONDAY 27th SEPTEMBERNew Opportunities & Effective Networking in TourismWORKSHOP, 2.30pm – 6.00pm, Civic Centre, BelmulletHosted by: Údarás na Gaeltachta and Erris BeoThe presenter is Prof. Jim Deegan, Director of the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies (NCTPS), University of Limerick and Professor of Tourism Policy.   Prof. Deegan is an economist ... Read on >>


September 2010

CIRQUE TROTTOLA – Westport Arts Festival 2010

Wednesday, 08 September 2010

Cirque Trottola is one of the more magical events at this year’s Westport Arts Festival: an unusual performance, combining concepts of theatre and trapeze, comedy and art. The show juggles emotion and physical wonder, through mime and music, bundles and burdens. The intimacy of the tent enhances the daring of ... Read on >>


September 2010

Spirit of Entrepreneurship Event, GMIT Castlebar - Thursday 30th September

Monday, 06 September 2010

The yearly Spirit of Entrepreneurship Event organised by the Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC) will take place on Thurs 30th Sept from 6pm-8.30pm at GMIT Castlebar.From 6pm the general public are invited to come and view a showcase of IiBC client companies. This will enable those  companies to showcase theirofferings ... Read on >>


September 2010

Sligo's Temple House boutique music & arts festival kicks off next weekend.

Monday, 06 September 2010

Temple House Festival, Ireland’s newest boutique music and arts festival, which takes place in the stunning grounds of the Temple House estate near Ballymote in Sligo from 10-12 September, has added some of Ireland’s best established and rising talent to its line-up including Preachers Son, Bipolar Empire, Majella Murphy , ... Read on >>


September 2010

Symposium to Explore Sectarianism in Post-Conflict Ireland at The Model

Monday, 06 September 2010

One of Ireland’s leading contemporary arts centres, The Model in Sligo, will host a symposium exploring how the arts can challenge sectarianism on Saturday, 11th September.  The day-long event – ‘The Outsider: Sectarianism and Identity in Ireland Today’ complements an ongoing exhibition at The Model: ‘The Living Ginger’, which ... Read on >>


September 2010

Two hundred Irish entrepreneurs and innovators for first Bizcamp in Galway September 11th

Monday, 06 September 2010

Organisers say it’s time to encourage innovation and acknowledge the power of failure in pursuit of success More than 200 Irish entrepreneurs, innovators and recession-rebounding business people will converge on NUI Galway’s Cairnes Business School on Saturday September 11 for the first Galway Bizcamp, a ... Read on >>


September 2010

RDS National Crafts Exhibition comes to Mayo

Saturday, 04 September 2010

RDS National Crafts Exhibition comes to MayoThere are two new temporary exhibitions about to open at the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life at Turlough Park.New exhibitions at Museum of Country Life.From Friday 3rd September, the public will be able to see the RDS National Crafts Competition Exhibition 2010.Each ... Read on >>


September 2010

Dragon's Den workshop in Donegal with BBC's Doug Richards

Friday, 03 September 2010

Serial Entrepreneur and BBC “Dragons' Den” star Doug Richard is coming to Letterkenny, County Donegal to host a one-day seminar for new and existing businesses on 15th October. The seminar will focus on how to start and grow a successful business, drawing on Doug’s huge experience ... Read on >>


August 2010

KPS Colour Print 2011 Calendar Contest

Tuesday, 31 August 2010

This event aims to develop and raise the visibility of photographic and creative graphics talent, in the form of an event and the resulting calendar. The culmination will be a beautiful publication, showcasing the finalists and gracing the walls of businesses and homes throughout the country.SUBMISSIONS:- All images must ... Read on >>


August 2010

Minister pays tribute to actor Mick Lally

Tuesday, 31 August 2010

Ómós á thaispeáint ag an Aire Ó Ciardha do Mick Lally 'scoth an cheardaí stáitse agus scáileáin i nGaeilge agus i mBéarla' Thug an tAire Gnóthaí Pobail, Comhionannais agus Gaeltachta, Pádraig Ó Ciardha, TD, ómós don aisteoir clúiteach Mick Lally a bhásaigh inniu in aois 64 bliain. ... Read on >>


August 2010

County Clare centre for Stagecoach

Tuesday, 31 August 2010

The County Clare centre for Stagecoach, part of the world\'s largest network of part time theatre schools for children and teenagers, today officially launched their Ennis Autumn programme. Based at Cois na hAbhna on the Gort Rd, the Clare centre will run fourteen weeks after school on Friday\'s from September ... Read on >>


August 2010

Leitrim Enterprise Week 2010 – Book your place Today!

Monday, 30 August 2010

Leitrim County Enterprise Board are pleased to be hosting their 3rd consecutive Enterprise Week from 13th to the 17th September 2010.The week will be dedicated to events that are targeted to those who wish to start or grow their business or just find out what supports are available.Throughout the week ... Read on >>


August 2010

Only One Week Left for Early Bird Sligo Live Session Tickets

Friday, 27 August 2010

 Early Bird Ticket sales for Sligo Live Sessions are buzzing and are well up on other years, according to the organisers.   Stocks of early bird tickets are running low and the tickets will revert to full price on August 31st. The weekend ticket covering all events will go from €75 ... Read on >>


August 2010

An bhfuil tú ag déanamh gnó le Gaeilge?

Thursday, 26 August 2010

Foras na Gaeilge is offering match-funding to all Small & Medium Businesses (SMEs)  through the scheme’s outlined below. The deadline is fast approaching and all interested bodies should apply before the 5th of October 2010.Two types of funding are offered to Small & Medium Business (SME’s), the Bilingual Signage Scheme ... Read on >>


August 2010

Attention all Small & Medium Businesses

Thursday, 26 August 2010

Foras na Gaeilge is offering match-funding to all Small & Medium Businesses (SMEs)  through the scheme’s outlined below. The deadline is fast approaching and all interested bodies should apply before the 5th of October 2010.Two types of funding are offered to Small & Medium Business (SME’s), the Bilingual Signage Scheme ... Read on >>


August 2010

100 Years of Irish Aviation Celebration Weekend - Atlantic AirVenture Shannon

Thursday, 26 August 2010

100 Years of Irish Aviation Celebration Weekend - Atlantic AirVenture Shannon ... Read on >>


August 2010

GroundWorks Studios opens its doors for National Heritage Week

Thursday, 26 August 2010

As part of National Heritage Week 2010 ( 21st to 29th August), GroundWorks Studios, Lyrr Building , Mervue, will be opening its doors to the public 9.30 am – 5.30 pm daily. A major feature of the week will be the hosting of workshops in traditional craft skills, including patchwork, ... Read on >>


August 2010

HPSU Skillnet funding available for IT Sligo Sales Seminar

Monday, 23 August 2010

IT Sligo is hosting a Global Sales Strategies for Ambitious Entrepreneurs & Sales Focused Companies, 9th – 10th September 2010. As a seminar partner, HPSU Skillnet is offering funding for eligible companies to attend this seminar. For further information please see below. Presented by the internationally acclaimed Professor KENNETH P. MORSE, ... Read on >>


August 2010

Foxford Heritage Talk

Monday, 23 August 2010

 As part of National Heritage Week, Gus O’Hara, Chairman of the Admiral William Brown Society, will deliver an illustrated talk on the:“Life and Times of Admiral William Brown”Born in Foxford in 1777, and who became Founder of the Argentine Navy, and is regarded as one of the Fathers of the ... Read on >>


August 2010

Wind turbine building workshops in Leitrim

Thursday, 19 August 2010

Hugh Piggott is back in Ireland again this year to teach another one of his world famous wind turbine workshops. Sep 13th - 18th.  Only 3 places left so hurry if you want to book a place We have participants coming from India and Argentina for this workshop so it promises to ... Read on >>


August 2010

Burren Smokehouse strikes gold at the 'Oscars' of the Food Industry

Thursday, 19 August 2010

The Burren Smokehouse is celebrating.  Three of their wonderful smoked salmon products were recently awarded 2* Gold Medals! Not just any gold medals, but those with two stars!. They are thrilled to see the reward for their efforts to maintain and improve the high standard of the quality of their ... Read on >>


August 2010

Ennis - The perfect place for your ‘StayCation’

Thursday, 19 August 2010

If the buzz word for the summer is ‘staycation’ and you are planning to head west - before you go you should check out ClareFocus.ie - you won’t want to leave  Co. Clare when you see what’s on offer for all the family.  ClareFocus.ie is a daily up-dated hub for ... Read on >>


August 2010

Wallcandy - Ennis Street Art Project

Thursday, 19 August 2010

Wallcandy street art project has drawn together artists & designers with diverse skills to create pieces of art on walls and buildings around the town of Ennis. 

The aim of Wallcandy is to give artists the opportunity and freedom to conceive and create a piece of art that ... Read on >>


August 2010

Work Placement Initiative in Co Clare

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

A twelve-week ‘Begin Again’ programme, being offered by the Irish Centre for Business Excellence (ICBE), has been initiated by the Labour Market Activation Fund operated by the Department of Education and Skills. It will facilitate work experience placements in Co Clare-based companies. At the core of this programme is work ... Read on >>


August 2010

Get behind Ireland's West - Get behind the Cliffs of Moher

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

The Cliffs of Moher are listed in the top 28 in the global online campaign for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The third and final phase of voting is now underway with people again able to vote for the Cliffs from the selection of 28 official ... Read on >>


August 2010

Free Walking Maps for the West Coast

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

Walking in Ireland is one of the top activities enjoyed by holidaymakers with over 1.6m taking part in a walking activity during 2009. With that in mind, Fáilte Ireland has teamed up with the Irish Examiner once more to develop a brand new collection of Walking Maps ... Read on >>


August 2010

Calling IT & Creative Businesses in Leitrim: Your Voice Counts

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

County Leitrim is already home to many leading and innovative creative businesses that are thriving in our rural economy. Leitrim County Enterprise Board is working on a project to quantify the potential demand for new IT & creative industries hub in Carrick on Shannon. We need to gather industry feedback, ... Read on >>


August 2010

Leitrim Enterprise Week 2010

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

Monday 13th September 2010, sees the start of the third annual Enterprise Week organised by Leitrim County Enterprise Board. In what promises to be a packed week of events, Leitrim Enterprise Week offers an opportunity for budding entrepreneurs as well as those already established in business to ... Read on >>


August 2010

10 New Jobs for IT Sligo graduates at Rebasoft Ireland

Wednesday, 18 August 2010

Rebasoft Ireland has just announced a new software development operation at the Innovation Centre at IT Sligo, along with 10 new high-value positions for network software engineers – most of whom will be graduates of IT Sligo.Rebasoft is a leading edge network security management software company. Their software helps ... Read on >>


August 2010

Blogtalk Galway 2010 at NUI Galway this August

Tuesday, 17 August 2010

Social media experts and social networking enthusiasts will descend on NUI Galway from 26-27 August for BlogTalk, an event to discuss current online trends and future developments in social media. BlogTalk will be held on the NUI Galway campus over two days, and will consist of keynote ... Read on >>


August 2010

NUI Galway Involved in European Radiation Research

Tuesday, 17 August 2010

NUI Galway is one of the partners in a new European multi-million euro research project, investigating methods of screening radiation exposure. The project known as BOOSTER (Bio Dosimetric Tools for Triage and Responders) is an EU initiative to increase the security of citizens in the ... Read on >>


August 2010

2010 InterTradeIreland All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition

Monday, 16 August 2010

ONLY 5 WEEKS TO GO!Don't miss out... REGISTER NOW!!!Another reminder about this fantastic opportunity and a chance to win your share of the €280,000 cash prize fund.  You too can be a winner and follow the many other companies who have blasted off to a more successful future.SOPHIA Search, 2009 ... Read on >>


August 2010

Westport Get Out There Adventure Festival takes place this Weekend Thurs 19th – Sun 22nd August

Monday, 16 August 2010

The Westport Get Out There Adventure Festival is a new community driven festival supported by Westport Chamber of Commerce, Destination Westport, Gael Force, Mayo County Council , Mayo Sports Partnership, FÁS, and Fáilte Ireland. The Westport Adventure Festival will run over four days (Thursday, Aug. 19-Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010). ... Read on >>


August 2010

Admiral Brown Presentation to Argentine Captain at Aviva Stadium

Monday, 16 August 2010

Gus O’Hara, chairman of the Admiral Brown Society in Foxford, Co. Mayo, makes a presentation of a Foxford rug to Argentine Captain Javier Mascherano to mark the bicentenary of Argentine independence. Foxford is the birthplace of Admiral William Brown, founder of the Argentine Navy and one of the country’s ... Read on >>


August 2010

Ireland West Airport Knock to hold Europe's first ever ‘Airport Open Evening’

Friday, 13 August 2010

Ireland West Airport Knock is excited to announce that it will be holding Europes first ever ‘Airport Open Evening’ for the public on Friday 13th August 2010. Between 7pm and 10pm the Airport will be opening its doors to the general public to come along and bring ... Read on >>


August 2010

Leading edge entrepreneurs in Rosses Point, Sligo

Thursday, 12 August 2010

Dr Brian Moore, who holds a PhD in Applied Physiology, has worked at the last three Olympic Games, in Sydney (2000), Athens (2004) and Beijing (2008), and has advised a range of Olympic and world champion athletes on their preparation and training programs. However, last year, Moore ... Read on >>


August 2010

Ballaghaderreen Street Fest 2010

Thursday, 12 August 2010

Ballaghaderreen is set to shine even brighter on Friday 20th,  Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August as the Solas Arts Festival will bring the streets alive with the sound of music, every evening and night on the Big Solas Stage.  The beautiful aroma of one hundred different dishes at the ... Read on >>


August 2010

Serial Entrepreneur and BBC “Dragons' Den” star Doug Richard is coming to Letterkenny

Thursday, 12 August 2010

Serial Entrepreneur and BBC “Dragons' Den” star Doug Richard is coming to Letterkenny, County Donegal to host a one-day seminar for new and existing businesses on 15th October.   The seminar will focus on how to start and grow a successful business, drawing on Doug’s huge experience both as a businessman ... Read on >>


August 2010

FashionCamp Ireland is coming to Galway

Thursday, 12 August 2010

FashionCamp Ireland comes to Galway in association with Fashion Fiesta week at the Galway Technical Institute and organised by Social Bits. Fashion Fiesta is a week long event, incorporating fashion shows and exhibitions. It will be held on April 13th 2011.FashionCamp Ireland is a Barcamp-style conference with workshops and presentations ... Read on >>


August 2010

Arts Council hails a century of success for Achill festival

Tuesday, 10 August 2010

The Arts Council has hailed the success of the 2010 Scoil Acla summer school which closed on Sunday evening.  It was the Achill Island festival’s 100-year celebration and once again showcased the best in Irish music, dance, poetry and drama. The Arts Council provided ... Read on >>


August 2010

Tuam Arts Festival ‘10 – Seeking Short Films

Tuesday, 10 August 2010

Are you a film maker or producer? Do you have a short film you would like the world to see? Then make sure to enter your film in the Tuam Arts Festival’s ’We Like Short Shorts’ programme this August.The popular ‘We Like Short Shorts’ programme is back for ... Read on >>


August 2010

Arts Council: Small Arts Festivals Scheme 2011

Tuesday, 10 August 2010

The Small Arts Festivals and Events Scheme is open to organisations that organise and promote festivals or events with a clear artistic purpose that will take place in the calendar year 2011. A festival may represent one artform or may include a wide variety of different artforms. “Events” may be ... Read on >>


August 2010

Great Tourism Investment Announced for Donegal, Clare & Roscommon.

Sunday, 08 August 2010

Tourism Minister Mary Hanafin today announced an extensive long term plan to upgrade Irish tourism infrastructure over the next 6 years.The €4 million is part of an investment of “some €190 million” which will be invested in “upgrading and developing new tourist facilities”.Funds will be focused on “completing the upgrades ... Read on >>


July 2010

Sligo Golf Academy features on RTE's Higher Ground

Thursday, 29 July 2010

Sligo Golf Academy features on RTE's Higher Ground 28th July 2010.Tommy Bree has changed his farmland into a business that is now a top of the range golf academy whereby all golf shots played on a golf course can be replicated/practiced under cover or in a sheltered environment. www.sligogolfacademy.comWatch Programme ... Read on >>


July 2010

Phase 2 of Western Rail Corridor will Proceed

Thursday, 29 July 2010

Following the publication on Monday of the proposed Government capital investment programme there has been considerable speculation about the future of the Western Rail Corridor, much of it ill-informed or simply malicious.Contrary to initial media speculation, the Minister for Transport, Mr. Noel Dempsey TD has again confirmed that the next ... Read on >>


July 2010

Music is live and online in Sligo this weekend

Wednesday, 28 July 2010

Great new online service launched just in time for the Lissadell weekend.  Sligo is going to be packed full of live music this weekend, from the concerts at Lissadell with Westlife and Leonard Cohen, to the Lissadell Fringe Festival happening in town all weekend, With over 70 gigs taking place ... Read on >>


July 2010

20 Demos, 5 Workshops & Tons of Fresh Ideas: Showcase 2010

Tuesday, 27 July 2010

SHOWCASE is a free one-day conference showcasing fresh ideas in cloud, mobile and web-based software applications. As the biggest technology event in the NW of Ireland we’re planning a packed day of demos, workshops, panel sessions and networking with startups, developers, academics and growing businesses from across the region.This is ... Read on >>


July 2010

It’s all happening in Sligo for the August Bank Holiday Weekend

Friday, 23 July 2010

Concerts by world renowned entertainers; free gigs in pubs and cafés across the town; a street party with entertainment, workshops and mini parade; a photo competition; and retail give-aways - Sligo is definitely the place to be for the August Bank Holiday Weekend.The Hospitality Forum has, as promised, delivered a ... Read on >>


July 2010

RTÉ Dragon Sean Gallagher to launch 5th Birthday Celebration for La Maison

Friday, 23 July 2010

RTÉ Dragon Sean Gallagher to launch 5th Birthday Celebration for La Maison.Competitions, big discounts and new loyalty card for the interior design store.Letterkenny, 22 July 2010RTE “Dragon’s Den” star Seán Gallagher will be in Letterkenny, County Donegal on Thursday 5th August as special guest for the 5th birthday celebrations of ... Read on >>


July 2010

Leitrim Enterprise Week 2010 - What can we do for you?

Thursday, 22 July 2010

The third annual Enterprise Week organised by Leitrim County Enterprise Board kicks off on Monday 13th September 2010. It promises to be a packed week of events, Leitrim Enterprise Week is an opportunity for budding entrepreneurs as well as those already established in business to attend the various events throughout ... Read on >>


July 2010

Central Border West Regional Networking Event

Wednesday, 21 July 2010

‘Tradelinks ’ is a micro-enterprise development programme managed and delivered jointly by the six Border County Enterprise Boards and Enterprise Northern Ireland (32 Local Enterprise Agencies). It offers one-to-one business development support to micro-enterprises, tailored to suit their stage of development. Tradelinks has received funding from the European Union’s INTERREG IVA ... Read on >>


July 2010

Volunteer Advocates Wanted in Co Roscommon

Wednesday, 21 July 2010

The National Advocacy Programme is looking for people who would like to become a volunteer advocate for older people in residential care.Are you interested in working with older people, non-judgmental and a good listener and have about 3 hours to spare per week.  Then you could be the person we ... Read on >>


July 2010

A Creative Hub in Ireland's Northwest: Oireachtas Committee participate in visit to The Model in Sligo

Tuesday, 20 July 2010

In order for creative industries to play a significant role in aiding economic recovery, Ireland must support and nurture contemporary artists and offer them first-class studio and showcasing opportunities to ensure their continued development and growth. That’s according to Seamus Kealy, Director of The Model, Sligo’s newly redeveloped contemporary arts ... Read on >>


July 2010

Mayo VEC chosen for jobseeker training scheme

Monday, 19 July 2010

Mayo VEC chosen for jobseeker training scheme MAYO VEC has been selected to provide training for jobseekers under Labour Market Activation Fund, which is funded by the Department of Education and Skills and the European Social Fund.This programme aims to provide training for jobseekers wishing to learn new skills and ... Read on >>


July 2010

Lumension expands global R&D Centre in Galway

Monday, 19 July 2010

Lumension expands global R&D Centre in Galway.Company expects employment at Irish operation to exceed 50 by year-end.Galway, Ireland, 19 July 2010 ---- Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Batt O’Keeffe T.D, today announced that the global leader in operational endpoint security, Lumension®, is expanding its Galway-based global R&D Centre.  The ... Read on >>


July 2010

Féile Icarus at GMIT Letterfrack in August.

Monday, 19 July 2010

Féile Icarus is a business and social event for entrepreneurs, webheads and change artists to help them plan the future. The event is being held on the campus of GMIT in the centre of Letterfrack. Join a collaborative event for entrepreneurs, start-ups, SMEs, innovators and creatives over one day only as ... Read on >>


July 2010

Derry named 2013 City of Culture

Friday, 16 July 2010

 Derry will become the first UK City of Culture in 2013, it was announced on Thursday, July 15th.  The news was met with jubilant scenes in Northern Ireland’s second city and at the official announcement in Liverpool.The City of Culture title, which comes with no Government funding, is designed to ... Read on >>


July 2010

IT Sligo hosts Global Sales Strategies for Ambitious Entrepreneurs in September

Thursday, 15 July 2010

IT Sligo & partners present:  Global Sales Strategies for Ambitious Entrepreneurs & Sales Focused Companies.      Presented by the internationally acclaimed:  Professor KENNETH P. MORSEFounding Managing Director of the MIT Entrepreneurship Center, Cambridge & Serial Entrepreneur. This highly interactive and engaging seminar, set in beautiful SLIGO is a valuable ... Read on >>


July 2010

Tracks & Trails TV Series highlights walking trails in the Western Region.

Thursday, 15 July 2010

RTE is showcasing the fabulous walking routes in Ireland this summer in a series entitled Tracks & Trails.  According to Fáilte Ireland walking is becoming an increasing popular activity for Irish holidaymakers.  With the development and enhancement of walking routes across the country, there has never been a better time ... Read on >>


July 2010

www.ClareFocus.ie - The perfect answer to your ‘StayCation’

Thursday, 15 July 2010

www.ClareFocus.ie - The perfect answer to your ‘StayCation’If the buzz word for the summer is ‘staycation’ and you are planning to head west, then, before you go you should check out www.ClareFocus.ie - you won’t want to leave county Clare when you see what’s on offer for all the family. ... Read on >>


July 2010

Tanaiste announces 200 New Jobs for UnitedHealth Group in Letterkenny

Thursday, 15 July 2010

Tanaiste announces 200 New Jobs for UnitedHealth Group in LetterkennyIT & Medical Claims Jobs Confirmed By Tánaiste There were clear parameters for us in expanding our operations and we did indeed look at other sites around the world.  However, the Letterkenny facility stood out for us. Their unquestionable ability to ... Read on >>


July 2010

Oireachtas Committee to Participate in Visit to The Model in Sligo

Wednesday, 14 July 2010

A delegation from the Oireachtas Committee on Tourism and Culture will take part in a field visit to Sligo’s contemporary arts centre, The Model, on Monday, 19th July 2010. The Model’s premises re-opened in May of this year following an extensive redevelopment programme. The refurbished arts centre includes a purpose-built ... Read on >>


July 2010

A US global financial security company is to create 117 new jobs in Co Clare over the next three years, it was announced this morning.

Wednesday, 14 July 2010

A US global financial security company is to create 117 new jobs in Co Clare over the next three years, it was announced this morning. With support from Shannon Development, Genworth Financial will create the jobs in the Shannon Free Zone.The company first established operations in the Shannon Free Zone ... Read on >>


July 2010

Clare County Council today launched a new promotional pack, 'Connect With Clare

Wednesday, 14 July 2010

Clare County Council today launched a new promotional pack, 'Connect With Clare – an international hub for innovation, creativity and connectivity', to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and multinational activity to the area. As well as providing an overall economic and social profile of Clare, the package contains detailed profiles ... Read on >>


July 2010

Ireland’s First Offshore Oil & Gas training Facility Opens in Fál Carrach, Co. Donegal

Wednesday, 14 July 2010

Ireland’s First Offshore Oil & Gas training Facility Opens in Fál Carrach, Co. Donegal.Further €500k investment planned to bring jobs total to 25.Ireland’s first purpose built high-tech training facility providing accredited training courses for the off-shore oil and gas industry was officially opened today (9th July) by the Tánaiste and ... Read on >>


July 2010

'Lá Oidhreachta Chathair na Mart’ takes place on Sunday August 8th

Wednesday, 14 July 2010

'Lá Oidhreachta Chathair na Mart’ takes place on Sunday August 8th  from 2-5pm coinciding with the Westport Music Festival, bringing the weeks celebration to an entertaining and lively end.                     The Heather Breeze Céilí Band will provide the music and entertainment this year. The street will be turned into a large ... Read on >>


July 2010

Féile Bia na Mara / Achill Seafood Festival. July 15th-18th

Monday, 12 July 2010

The 2010 Féile Bia Na Mara (Seafood Festival) takes place on Achill Island, Co. Mayo, on the west coast of Ireland, from 15th to 18th July.Féile Bia na Mara is a culinary celebration of Achill's rich heritage with the sea and it showcases the bountiful harvest of the Atlantic Ocean. ... Read on >>


July 2010

Mayo County Council Arts Office presents an exciting musical programme during July.

Monday, 12 July 2010

Tá lúcháir mhór ar Chomhairle Contae Mhaigh Eo clár ilghnéitheach d’imeachtaí éagsúla ceoil a chur ar fáil i gcaitheamh mhí Iúil ar fud Mhaigh Eo. Mayo County Council Arts Office is delighted to present an exciting programme of diverse musical events throughout Mayo during July. Artis-QuartetCATHAIR NA MART Eaglais na Tríonóide ... Read on >>


July 2010

US multinational creates 117 new jobs in Clare

Friday, 09 July 2010

A US global financial security company is to create 117 new jobs in Co Clare over the next three years, it was announced this morning.  With support from Shannon Development, Genworth Financial will create the jobs in the Shannon Free Zone.The company first established operations in the Shannon Free Zone ... Read on >>


July 2010

Social Enterprise Could Create 65,000 Jobs

Wednesday, 07 July 2010

Social Enterprise has the potential to provide 65,000 jobs and contribute to the objective of economic recovery, a new Report,  “Adding Value Delivering Change  - The Role of Social Enterprise in National Recovery,” states.In Europe the social enterprise sector accounts for between 4% and 7% of GDP, but in Ireland it represents just ... Read on >>


July 2010

Wanted: Sligo Ambassadors for Lissadell Weekend

Monday, 05 July 2010

The weekend of July 29th to August 2nd:Westlife are coming homeLeonard Cohen will Cast a Cold Eye on SligoTown will be buzzing with the Fringe FestivalThis beautiful town and county of Sligo will welcome over 30,000 people.All of them will need a helping hand at some time during their visit.Who ... Read on >>


July 2010

Merit Medical to expand its Galway operation with the Creation of 100 new jobs

Thursday, 01 July 2010

Merit to Invest €6.7 million in expansion including the purchase of a €1.4 million site at Parkmore EastThe success of Merit’s established operation in Ireland and the skill set of the existing Irish management team made Ireland Merit’s location of choice. I would like to thank staff and management at ... Read on >>


June 2010

The Rural Development Programme in partnership with the GMIT delivers SME Programme

Wednesday, 30 June 2010

The Rural Development Programme in partnership with the GMIT delivers SME ProgrammeA new enterprise-training programme for Mayo was launched in April 2010 at the Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC) GMIT Castlebar. Mayo South West Development Company and Mayo North East Partnership funded the programme under the Rural Development Programme 2007 ... Read on >>


June 2010

Donegal Designer Makers Prepare for “Summertime” - Major Design Showcase

Wednesday, 30 June 2010

A new design organisation is holding a major showcase of Donegal design and craft work from the 8th to 22nd July.  Donegal Designer Makers, a group formed in late 2009, is holding a two-week “Summertime” exhibition in Ardara.  Sponsored by the Crafts Council of Ireland, the exhibition will showcase the ... Read on >>


June 2010

Irish American Partnership presentation to Mayo Schools

Tuesday, 29 June 2010

Five County Mayo schools have shared US$11,500 in funding from the Irish American Partnership under its ‘Primary SchoolLibrary and Science’ Programmes. The funding will be used to purchase books, reading materials and science materials.Of the five schools, three are in Swinford; Killasser National School, Meelick National School and Culmore National ... Read on >>


June 2010

Phase 2 of Western Rail Corridor to Proceed on Time

Tuesday, 29 June 2010

The West on Track community campaign warmly welcomes the confirmation in Dáil Éireann yesterday by Minister for Transport, Mr. Noel Dempsey TD that the next phase of the Western Rail Corridor is to proceed on time as outlined in Transport 21. Responding to a question form Labour Party Transport Spokesman,  Mr. ... Read on >>


June 2010

The Bogtrotters Marathon - Be part of its first year!

Wednesday, 23 June 2010

The Bogtrotters Marathon is a new marathon event taking place in Strokestown, Co. Roscommon on 24th July 2010 for runners /walkers of all abilities. It includes a full, half and relay marathon and goes from Strokestown to Rooskey and back on the minor roads and bog tracks. The course has ... Read on >>


June 2010

2010 All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition now open for Applications

Wednesday, 23 June 2010

You’ve dreamed it. You’ve built it.  Now give your business lift-off with the 2010 InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Business Competition. Get the funding to give your business lift-off.  This year the competition is offering a prize fund of €280,000 spread across 9 cash prizes to help the brightest new business stars across ... Read on >>


June 2010

Eight graduates win places on entrepreneurship programme

Wednesday, 23 June 2010

Eight graduates win places on entrepreneurship programme.Eight final year GMIT students have won valuable business support including desks space, mentoring and training in GMIT’s Innovation in Business Centres in Galway and Mayo. Under a new Graduate Entrepreneurship Programme launched today (Friday 18th June 2010) by GMIT’s Research & Innovation Department, ... Read on >>


June 2010

POD presents Westlife ‘Homecoming’

Monday, 21 June 2010

POD presents Westlife ‘Homecoming’ at Lissadell House, County Sligo, Friday 30th July 2010. The boys are back in town and will play a homecoming concert in Lissadell House, Friday 30th July.  It is over seven years since Westlife have played in their home town of Sligo, and it’s a testament ... Read on >>


June 2010

Leonard Cohen at Lissadell House, County Sligo

Monday, 21 June 2010

POD and AEG Live very proudly present Leonard Cohen at Lissadell House, County Sligo.Saturday 31st July & Sunday 1st August 2010Ending weeks of speculation, it is officially confirmed that revered poet Leonard Cohen will perform in Ireland this summer. Lissadell House, County Sligo, will host the concert and provide a ... Read on >>


June 2010

Network Mayo “Businesswomen of the Year” 2010

Friday, 18 June 2010

Network Mayo celebrated their “Businesswomen of the Year” with a business luncheon in Newport House on the 28th May.  The nominees, members and guests enjoyed an insightful, thought-provoking speech by Marian Harkin M.E.P in the stunning surroundings of Newport House, prior to the award presentation.  Winners this year were:Employee Category: ... Read on >>


June 2010

Major European Seminar on Religious Heritage Tourism

Tuesday, 15 June 2010

Sixty tourism businesses from across the West and North West regions will meet with four European best practice Religious Heritage destinations in the Museum of Country Life, Castlebar on the 29th of June next. The seminar, part of the European Union’s Interreg Atlantic Area Programme, is expected to attract over ... Read on >>


June 2010

Fast Track your Business Idea with CÉIM

Monday, 14 June 2010

CÉIM is the most successful enterprise development programme in the North West.  It is offered by the Institute of Technology, Sligo and Letterkenny Institute of Technology, in collaboration with Enterprise Ireland and Údarás na Gaeltachta.  CEIM is a full-time business start-up programme delivered over twelve months. It will help people ... Read on >>


June 2010

ESB plans wave farm off Ireland's West Coast

Monday, 14 June 2010

ESB International has struck a deal with an international player to develop a wave energy project off the west coast of Ireland.ESB's international wing has made the agreement with Tonn Energy, owned by one of Europe's largest electricity utilities Vattenfall. They are to work together towards achieving the world's first ... Read on >>


June 2010

Donegal Businesses going Global with eBay

Saturday, 12 June 2010

Donegal retailers are leading the way in using eBay to move their businesses online.  “Over 10% of all online retail business in Ireland and the UK is conducted on eBay and almost 40% of online retailers using eBay are based in rural areas,” according to Michael Hughes, Ireland's leading eBay ... Read on >>


June 2010

Commercial & Creative Enterprise Office Spaces at The Model

Friday, 11 June 2010

As part of the Northwest’s creative hub, The Model, home of The Niland Collection will house six Commercial and Creative Enterprise Office Spaces. Suitable for media, film, design, music or other industries, these workspaces are available for rent to individuals, groups or other small enterprises. Professional creative enterprises are prioritised ... Read on >>


June 2010

Small Food Producers get support in Mayo North East

Wednesday, 09 June 2010

Mayo North East LEADER Partnership Company invites anyone interested in starting up or expanding a small food business to take part in a new programme which has been launched to stimulate and generate ideas on the development of the small food sector. Mayo North East has identified the potential of ... Read on >>


June 2010

Lightbox Festival shines a light on Animated Film

Thursday, 03 June 2010

Cinema North West and The Model are creating a dedicated Irish Animation festival in Sligo on the 19th and 20th June entitled Lightbox,and presented in association with Dublinʼs Darklight Film Festival, and collective Synth Eastwood, the weekend long festival presents family-friendly programmes as well as more challenging fare alongside industry ... Read on >>


June 2010

International Warehousing and Transport Ltd, Rail Freight Service

Wednesday, 02 June 2010

International Warehousing and Transport Ltd. (IWT) is delighted to announce the launch of a third departure per week on their successful rail freight service between Dublin Port and Ballina in the North West of Ireland.The operation initially commenced in August 2009 running twice weekly between Dublin Port and Ballina and ... Read on >>


May 2010

Galway Powerboat Festival - Full Programme details announced!

Friday, 28 May 2010

Galway Powerboat Festival Programme Featuring Mick Flannery, Declan O’Rourke, Joe Fury & the Hayride, Cartoon Thieves, the Timbertramps and Crystal Swing plus a host of other actsFull LINE-UP - Centre Pier Stage, Race Village, The Galway DocksJune 5 – 12 2010 As part of the Galway Powerboat Festival a full music ... Read on >>


May 2010

GAA President turns sod on new Connacht €10m Centre of Excellence

Saturday, 22 May 2010

Connacht GAA was in celebratory mood today (FRIDAY) when Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Criostóir Ó Cuana turned the sod on the province’s new €10m Centre of Excellence.“This is a hugely significant day in the history of the GAA in Connacht. It will be the first provincial Centre of Excellence in ... Read on >>


May 2010

Start-ups sought for NUIG’s Business Innovation Centre

Tuesday, 18 May 2010

 NUI Galway is looking for new companies to join its successful Business Innovation Centre on campus. The centre offers office and research facilities and is ideally suited for start-up and early stage technology and creative businesses. Also on offer is access to creative facilities, equipment and know-how across the University, ... Read on >>


May 2010

Would you like a unique opportunity to study in a small Gaeltacht school?

Tuesday, 18 May 2010

Ar mhaith leat dul ar scoil ar Oileán? Gaeilge a labhairt gach lá freastal ar scoil bheag?  Would you like a unique opportunity to study in a small Gaeltacht school? Colaiste Naomh Eoin, Inis Meáin, is offering post-primary boarding scholarships to mainland students who wish to enrol in the school ... Read on >>


May 2010

€175,000 available for North/South R&D Partnerships

Thursday, 13 May 2010

InterTradeIreland has announced it will invest up to €175,000 in five North/South company-to-company research and development partnerships through its Innova programme.  Companies with innovative ideas, which have strong commercial potential and an R&D partner in place, are encouraged to apply for the funding by Friday 4th June 2010. Innova is ... Read on >>


May 2010

Foras na Gaeilge Festival Funding - Apply before May 14th

Wednesday, 12 May 2010

SCÉIM NA bhFÉILTE | FESTIVALS SCHEME -This scheme is aimed at festivals' which aim to foster and promote, through Irish or bilingually, Irish language arts, indigenous arts and Irish language heritage as an integral part of the festival, and to provide a stage for the Irish language internationally, at a ... Read on >>


May 2010

50 new jobs for Mirror Controls International in Leitrim

Wednesday, 12 May 2010

Transfer of manufacturing business to Ireland welcome news for Manorhamilton operation.Leitrim, Ireland, 12th May 2010 Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Batt O’Keeffe T.D. today announced that Mirror Controls International (MCI) is to consolidate its European manufacturing operations into its Irish plant based in Manorhamilton, Co Leitrim.  The transfer of ... Read on >>


May 2010

DrupalCamp goes West this weekend - Burren College of Art, May 15th & 16th

Wednesday, 12 May 2010

DrupalCamp Ballyvaughan, which will be held this weekend, May 15th & 16th in the Burren College of Art, is a free and informal conference about the open-source online publishing system Drupal. Presentations will be given by Drupal developers along two parallel tracks, geared either towards curious beginners or experienced Drupal ... Read on >>


May 2010

‘Galway links West to North with New ‘Sky-Road’

Friday, 07 May 2010

Galway Airport has today announced a second new route with Manx2.com to Belfast.Following on from the very recent announcement of a new service to Cork, Galway Airport in conjunction with Manx2.com, is launching a new air service between Galway and Belfast International Airport which will begin operations from Monday July ... Read on >>


May 2010

Ryanair opens Knock to Barcelona route

Friday, 07 May 2010

Ryanair has begun a new three times a week service from Ireland West Knock to the popular sun and city break destination of Reus-Barcelona in Spain.The new service is the third scheduled European sun destination to be launched from Ireland West Airport Knock following the commencement of the twice weekly ... Read on >>


May 2010

Call for immediate continuation of Western Rail Corridor to Tuam and Claremorris

Friday, 07 May 2010

Railway can be built for the same cost as 250 metres of new underground DART.The next two sections of the Western Rail Corridor to Tuam and Claremorris can be built for the same cost as just 250 metres of the new underground DART, it has been revealed. Figures given by ... Read on >>


April 2010

Accessing and Using EU Innovation Supports

Wednesday, 21 April 2010

Accessing and Using EU Innovation Supports - The Whys and WhereforesOrganised by Shannon Chamber of Commerce in Association with The European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) Co-hosted and sponsored by : Enterprise Ireland and Enterprise Europe Network Seminar ObjectivesThis seminar will focus on the different aspects of enterprise development and ... Read on >>


March 2010

Are you developing a business in ICT and/or Life Sciences?

Wednesday, 31 March 2010

Are you developing a business in ICT and/or Life Sciences?  Propel Programme is looking for ambitious entrepreneurs with the necessary commercial skills to establish a successful international business.  Propel will run for 10 months and is open to people currently located in the Republic of Ireland.  The Propel programme is ... Read on >>


March 2010

Digital Media Training Belmullet and Crossmolina

Thursday, 18 March 2010

 Digital Media Training Belmullet and CrossmolinaAras Inis Gluaire is running a series of part-time introductory and professional level training courses in the Digital Media sector in North West Mayo.  Two information events on this initiative will take place as follows:   Belmullet – 5.30pm in Aras Inis Gluaire – Friday 19th ... Read on >>


March 2010

Create Your Own Business Plan Workshop 25th March 2010

Thursday, 18 March 2010

Create Your Own Business Plan WorkshopSligo County Enterprise Board now offering a limited number of positions on a Create Your Own Business Plan Workshop on Thursday 25th March from 10am to 4.30pm.This Practical Workshop is specifically designed to help you to develop your viable Business Plan for your business idea, creating ... Read on >>


March 2010

LiveTrad.com launches from Co Sligo

Thursday, 18 March 2010

 LiveTrad.com is a new, interactive website which streams Traditional Irish Music and culture over the internet.  The first LiveTrad.com multi-camera webcast was broadcast from Barry’s Pub in Grange, Co. Sligo, in the north west of Ireland on St. Patrick’s Day.This ties in neatly with County Sligo's strong ... Read on >>


March 2010

Limerick Institute of Technology Outreaches to SkyCourt Shannon

Tuesday, 09 March 2010

Shannon Chamber has initiated a new dimension to educational advice in Shannon. Having worked with Limerick Institute of Technology in the 2009 Tús Nua campaign, the chamber saw an opportunity to develop this linkage further and invited the College to set up a temporary presence in SkyCourt Shannon. Commencing Friday, ... Read on >>


March 2010

Changing Terms and Conditions of Employment, and Redundancies Challenging Employers, says Shannon Chamber

Tuesday, 09 March 2010

Seminar to Focus on Employment Law Challenges facing Organisations in 2010 “Many small to medium Irish businesses are leaving themselves wide open to litigation by introducing unilateral changes to contracts of employment or by not following a fair and transparent redundancy process,” says Derek Mc Kay, managing director, Adare Human Resource ... Read on >>


February 2010

Celebrity Launch for Enterprising Donegal Business Week.

Wednesday, 17 February 2010

Celebrity Launch for Enterprising Donegal Business Week.Celebrity Chef Richard Corrigan, Facebook Director Colm Long and Doug Richards from the BBC’s Dragon’s Den are just some of the high-profile speakers at this year’s Enterprising Donegal Business Week. Organised by Donegal County Enterprise Board, the goal is to encourage local people who ... Read on >>


February 2010

Opportunity for Business Start-Ups

Tuesday, 09 February 2010

The Galway Mayo Institute of Technology is now recruiting for the next Midlands & West Enterprise Programme (MWEP) commencing in April 2010. This is a one-year programme providing entrepreneurs with business skills, networks, facilities and supports necessary to navigate and execute the business start-up process.  Applicants should ideally have a number ... Read on >>


February 2010

€4m boost for Galway bid to host ocean race

Thursday, 04 February 2010

Efforts in the west of Ireland to secure a return visit of the Volvo Ocean Race received a major boost yesterday when the Government committed €4 million in support of a Galway bid to host the 2011/12 event.The funding is half what was secured for the 2009 stopover, and is ... Read on >>


January 2010

Galway Initiative Goes Nationwide

Saturday, 30 January 2010

 Mykidstime.ie will shortly be launching new areas in the West with the arrival of Mykidstime Clare and Sligo along with Cork in February.  Mykidstime.ie provides parents with information on kids activities and classes in their local area.  Parents can sign up for free newsletters to receive information on what’s happening ... Read on >>


January 2010

All Ireland Talent Show on RTÉ 1

Saturday, 30 January 2010

The All Ireland Talent Show the RTÉ television series billed as Ireland's biggest-ever talent contest and modeled on Britain's Got Talent is now in it's second series.  Contestants are competing for the first prize of €50,000 which was won by the Mulkerrin Brothers of the Aran Islands in 2009. LookWest.ie ... Read on >>


January 2010

The Model unveils a world-class programme for Sligo in 2010

Friday, 29 January 2010

 One of the most anticipated Sligo events for the coming year is the re-opening of The Model, home of The Niland Collection. Closed for a major redevelopment since early 2008 the centre has been much missed, but the works will be worth the wait. With over 70 people currently employed ... Read on >>


January 2010

Certificate in Care of the Older Person

Wednesday, 20 January 2010

Certificate in Care of the Older Person, Fetac Level 5 (component) Certificate:New course offered by Atlantic College, Galway. For further information contact Atlantic College Admissions Team, Freecall: 1800 938 868, E: info@atlanticcollege.ie Browse Courses. ... Read on >>


January 2010

Unlock the potential of your idea

Monday, 11 January 2010

Free Mentoring Clinics at GMIT Innovation Centres:IiBC Castlebar: Mon 18th & Tue 19th Jan 2010. IiBC Galway: Wed 20th & Thu 21st Jan 2010. Contact Trisha Carrick to book your session. Tel: 091-742853 Email: trisha.carrick@gmit.ieRead on ... Read on >>


January 2010

Gaelscéal’s driving force

Monday, 11 January 2010

Deáscéala faoi ‘Gaelscéal’Tá Trevor Ó Clochartaigh ainmnithe mar Bhainisteoir Tionscadail ar an nuachtán nua Ghaeilge ‘Gaelscéal’. Is comhfhiontar é seo idir An Curadh Chonnachtach agus Eo Teilifís, a bhuaigh an conradh ag deire na bliana seo caite ó Fhoras na Gaeilge le nuachtán nua seachtainiúil Gaeilge a fhoilsiú. Tá siad ... Read on >>


December 2009

Fás Learning Online, E - Learning at the Library

Monday, 07 December 2009

Fás in partnership with Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and Mayo County Library Service are delighted to introduce the 'Fás E-Learning at the Library Project' to the Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and Mayo libraries. Read MoreRegistration Form ... Read on >>


December 2009

New Enterprise Opportunities in the Food Sector – Information Seminar

Wednesday, 02 December 2009

Are you interested in setting up a new food enterprise or expanding your existing one?  Aimed at food companies and potential entrepreneurs interested in getting into the food sector, this seminar will offer insights into new developments and trends in the food sector, as well as highlighting opportunities for innovation ... Read on >>


November 2009

IMDA Industry Excellence Awards

Wednesday, 18 November 2009

Irish Medical Device Association (IMDA), a business sector within IBEC, honoured seven world-class medical device firms with prestigious awards at the third annual IMDA Industry Excellence Awards at Dromoland Castle, Co Clare. The Awards, hosted by the IMDA, Enterprise Ireland and the IDA, recognised the exemplar contributions of companies in ... Read on >>


November 2009

Training Education & Enterprise event

Tuesday, 17 November 2009

Sligo County Development Board presents a Training Education and Enterprise eventGlasshouse Hotel Sligo25th November 20094pm to 8pmMeet and get advice in confidence from all the major Public Sector AgenciesRead more.....   ... Read on >>


November 2009

Thinking of Starting Your Own Business?

Thursday, 12 November 2009

The Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC)at GMIT Castlebar can assist you with this. Open Evening, Thursday, 26th November, 5pm - 8pm* - *tours every 30mins.                                                                               We offer:High quality, low cost office space Advice and MentoringNetworkingAcess to Graduate and Research Expertise12 Month Enterpreneur Training Programe(MWEP)Boardroom / conference facilitiesMicrosoft Bizspark NetworkEntrepreneurs seeking flexible ... Read on >>


November 2009

Tubbercurry Training Education and Enterprise Promotion

Friday, 06 November 2009

Following on from the successful enterprise forums hosted in Sligo and Enniscrone, a Training, Education and Enterprise promotion will be held in Teach Laighne, Tubbercurry on Wednesday 11th November. The promotion will run from 4.00pm to 8.00pm is free of charge to the public.The event is being organised by the ... Read on >>


November 2009

Mayo 2040

Wednesday, 04 November 2009

“You can shape the future if you can first imagine it”Charles HandyMayo Science & Technology Festival – now in it’s third year – has organised an innovative night of presentations, discussion and debate on the types of technology that might be in use in 30 years time and how these ... Read on >>


October 2009

Irish and Swedish Companies join together in Ocean Energy Investment

Friday, 30 October 2009

 Government investment through IDA Ireland Increased R&D at Mayo test site.  Tonn Energy, a joint venture between Irish ocean energy company Wavebob and Swedish electricity utility Vattenfall, will receive grant assistance for the development of the world’s first fully commercial ocean energy generator. Significant research and development work will be ... Read on >>


October 2009

Tánaiste announces over 50 new jobs for Sligo by Equinoxe AIS

Friday, 09 October 2009

Tánaiste announces over 50 new jobs for Sligo by Equinoxe AIS.New hedge fund office expands company’s Irish operation.Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Mary Coughlan TD today (Monday, 5th October, 2009) announced that Equinoxe AIS, a provider of administration services to the hedge fund industry, is to expand ... Read on >>


October 2009

Cross-Party Support to complete Western Rail Corridor

Thursday, 08 October 2009

The Government was strongly urged to maintain their commitment to completing the Western Rail Corridor as set out in transport 21 and the National Development Plan at a meeting of the Western Inter-County Railway Committee which took place on Friday the 18th of September in Aras an Chontae, Castlebar. The ... Read on >>


September 2009

Taoiseach says ‘YES’ to Shannon Chamber

Friday, 18 September 2009

The Taoiseach, Mr Brian Cowen T.D., has accepted an invitation from Shannon Chamber President, Ian Barrett, to speak at his annual lunch for the business community. This very popular event, which normally takes place before Christmas, has been brought forward to Monday, 28 September, a reflection of the Chamber’s interest ... Read on >>


August 2009

Regional Tweetups & Open Coffee Meetings

Monday, 31 August 2009

Regional Open Coffee Meetings and Twitter meet ups or "Tweetups" are a great way to meet other creatives and entrepreneurs in the region. These events are generally friendly, informal and easy to tap into.Coming up in September:Sligo Open Coffee - 3rd September 2009  Galway Open Coffee  - 5th September 2009Mayo ... Read on >>


August 2009

“Organising to Grow Together”

Monday, 24 August 2009

National Forestry Producer Group Conference and Demonstration. Wednesday September 9, 2009 - The Park Hotel, Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo. There are now over 330,000 hectares of private forests in the country involving over 15,000 growers – primarily farmers. Many are now approaching first thinning stage. Growers have little tradition and experience ... Read on >>


August 2009

First Ever ‘SOLAS’ Street Festival for Ballaghaderreen

Monday, 17 August 2009

The West of Ireland Market Town of Ballaghaderreen is set to host it’s first ever ‘Solas’ Street Fest on the last weekend of August 28th– 30th and is organised by the newly formed Ballaghaderreen Tidy Towns Committee. The official launch of the Programme of Events for the Fest was held ... Read on >>


August 2009

Enterprise Ireland EnterpriseSTART

Thursday, 13 August 2009

If you have ideas for an innovative, export focused start-up business or are considering entrepreneurship as a career option we can help.  Our EnterpriseSTART introduction workshop series will help you understand and evaluate the entrepreneurship process, discover what it involves and assist you in determining if it is the right ... Read on >>


August 2009

Shannon and District Chamber wins support of The Equality Authority to rollout equality and diversity project

Thursday, 06 August 2009

Shannon and District Chamber wins support of The Equality Authority to rollout equality and diversity projectFriday, 31 July 2009: Shannon and District Chamber of Commerce has been awarded support from The Equality Authority to assist member companies to develop equality policies for employees and customers. The three-month project, which commences ... Read on >>


February 2009

If you have an idea for an innovative, export focussed start-up business please contact:

Tuesday, 24 February 2009

Enterprise Ireland, Port Road, Letterkenny, Co DonegalPh: +353(0)7491 63800E: marian.roberts@enterprise-ireland.comRead More ... Read on >>


February 2009

Conference Ireland and its People 2010-2015

Tuesday, 17 February 2009

Jobs, economics and skills for the futureDate:    5th & 6th March 2009Venue: Sligo Park Hotel, Pearse Road, SligoCost: €195Schedule of events;Thursday 5th March registration 5.30 -7.30pm followed by a cheese & wine reception.  Friday 6th March late registration 9.15am to 10.00amConference 10.00am - 4.00pm, this conference will be opened by ... Read on >>


February 2009

GMIT Launches Business Start-Up Programme for West & Midlands.

Tuesday, 17 February 2009

Enterprise Programme delivered in GMIT and AIT commences March 2009.An Open Evening will take place in the Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC) at GMIT Castlebar on Wednesday 21st Jan from 5pm – 8pm outlining the 2009 Midlands & West Enterprise Programme (MWEP), commencing in March 2009, for people interested in ... Read on >>


February 2009

Mayo Association Dublin go online in style!!!

Monday, 09 February 2009

In existence since over years the Mayo Association in Dublin have now gone online demonstrating their ability to evolve and further grow the strength of their association.The new website can be found at www.mayoassociationdublin.com. The website, designed by Conor Murray has been driven by a sub-committee of Muintir Maigheo. The ... Read on >>


February 2009

Muintir Mhaigheo Atha Cliath gala banquet.

Monday, 09 February 2009

Muintir Mhaigheo Atha Cliath gala banquet on Friday 13th February 2009 at City West Hotel, Saggart, Dublin.On Monday 26th January 2009 at Park Place, 4th Floor, 2 Park Place, Hatch St Upper, Dublin 2 Muintir Mhaigheo Atha Cliath, announced:-Mr. Louis Walsh as the recipient of the Virginia Gallagher Mayo Person ... Read on >>


January 2009

Conference – Ireland and Its People 2010-2015

Wednesday, 28 January 2009

(Jobs, Economics, and Skills for the Future)Venue: The Sligo Park HotelDate: 6th March 2009Time: Conference from 10am to  5pmfollowed by conference dinner at 7.30pmGuest speaker at dinner An Tanaiste Mary Coughlan TD Department of Trade and Employment.Registration fee:  €195Registration 9am, conference opening by Minister of State Jimmy Devins TD This conference ... Read on >>


January 2009

Are you thinking of setting up a technology business in the North West?

Friday, 23 January 2009

Enterprise Ireland are running a series of 2 night start your own business evenings aimed at people looking to start up a business.  These workshops will be for anyone who is interested in the concept of starting an innovative, technology based project with export potential in either manufacturing or internationally traded ... Read on >>


January 2009

GMIT Launches Business Start-Up Programme for West & Midlands

Wednesday, 14 January 2009

Enterprise Programme delivered in GMIT and AIT commences March 2009An Open Evening will take place in the Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC) at GMIT Castlebar on Wednesday 21st Jan from 5pm – 8pm outlining the 2009 Midlands & West Enterprise Programme (MWEP), commencing in March 2009, for people interested in ... Read on >>


December 2008

GMIT Castlebar Innovation Centre Hosts Global Incubation Day

Monday, 01 December 2008

Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) Castlebar will host an Enterprise Evening in association with the GMIT Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC), on Monday 8th December from 5.30pm to 8.30 pm. An exhibition of all business agencies in Mayo will take place from 5.30pm to 7pm offering entrepreneur and enterprise services ... Read on >>


November 2008

Travel Logic Opens Software Development Centre in IT Sligo

Monday, 03 November 2008

Travel Logic Opens Software Development Centre in IT SligoThe Travel Logic Innovation R&D Partnership with IT Sligo is funded by Enterprise Ireland. Three new software developer roles to be filled with further employment announcements to follow.Travel Logic, the tourism marketing software company, today announced that it has opened its development ... Read on >>


August 2008

Living in Roscommon will add years to your life!

Friday, 22 August 2008

ROSCOMMON people have the highest life expectancy in the Republic of Ireland for both males and females, 76.9 and 82.2 years respectively. The finding came in a survey conducted by the Institute of Public Health in Ireland (IPH). The Institute launched two datasets called The All- Ireland Health and Social ... Read on >>


August 2008

Are you thinking of starting your own technology business?. Enterprise Ireland information evening in Sligo 23rd Sept.

Thursday, 21 August 2008

 Enterprise Ireland Enterprise StartAre you thinking of starting your own technology business?   A free information evening will take place in The Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo on 23rd September.  Hear from experts on the supports available to entrepreneurs and from companies who have already set up.  Liam Birkett will be the guest ... Read on >>


August 2008

Leading entrepreneur John Concannon to address GMIT Enterprise Evening

Wednesday, 20 August 2008

 Leading entrepreneur businessman John Concannon of JFC Manufacturing Tuam will address this year’s Enterprise Evening hosted by the Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC) at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) Castlebar. The event titled “Spirit of Entrepreneurship” takes place in the GMIT Castlebar campus on Thursday 11th September from 7pm to ... Read on >>


July 2008

GMIT Launches New Enterprise Programme For Mayo

Tuesday, 29 July 2008

An innovation programme for Mayo, the Higher Certificate in Business in Enterprise Development, has been launched by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and the Innovation in Business Centre at GMIT Castlebar.The two year programme, due to commence in September, is delivered on a part-time basis at the GMIT Castlebar campus. ... Read on >>


July 2008

Donegal office for Computer Troubleshooters Ireland

Wednesday, 16 July 2008

-- Press Release -- Galway, Ireland – July 7th, 2008Computer Troubleshooters Ireland is announcing that it has opened a Donegal office under the management of Declan Carron and Charmaine Hughes. Declan and Charmaine are joined by Tania Hughes and Chris McCarrick and will support business and residential customers in ... Read on >>


June 2008

GMIT Innovation Hub Launches Midlands & West Enterprise Programme

Monday, 16 June 2008

-- PRESS RELEASE -- The Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC) at GMIT Castlebar, which helps new business start-ups, has commenced its new Enterprise Programme in April 2008. The IiBC has 11 business start-ups based in the centre which opened in 2006. Three of these companies were involved in the MWEP ... Read on >>


May 2008

135 New Jobs for Dungloe

Monday, 26 May 2008

Please click here to view an external link to this news article ... Read on >>


May 2008

Roscommon 'An Enterprising Solution' Launch

Monday, 26 May 2008

<<-- PRESS RELEASE -->>Roscommon County Council launches visionary documentRoscommon County Council today launched ‘Roscommon – An Enterprising Solution’, a visionary document outlining all the services available to companies who want to invest or expand into Roscommon. The report talks about Roscommon’s unique strategic location and its accessibility by rail road ... Read on >>


May 2008

Roscommon County Council hosts second Annual Ambassadorial Event

Monday, 26 May 2008

-- Press Release --Roscommon County Council hosted an Ambassadors Breakfast as part of their Ambassadorial Programme on Friday morning on the beautiful and scenic Lough Key Forest Park. The Breakfast was well attended by Ambassadors of Roscommon from many key business, community and public sectors including Liam Connellan Veoila Ltd, ... Read on >>