Ministers Lawless and McEntee announce €6.5 million funding for 40 initiatives to inspire STEM public engagement 

 April 4 2025 Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, and Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee TD, have announced a €6.5 million investment in 40 projects designed to enhance public engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The Research Ireland Discover Programme focusses on creating meaningful public…

Our Living Islands: Minister Calleary announces new contract for ferry service for Inishbofin, Co. Galway

Our Living Islands: Minister Calleary announces new contract for ferry service for Inishbofin, Co. Galway Department agrees a 5-Year, €2.75m contract for the provision of a passenger ferry and light cargo service for Inishbofin, Co Galway. Service to provide a minimum of 2 return sailings per day, with extra sailings provided during the summer months.…

Mother´s Day Special 🥂❤️

This Sunday is Mother´s Day and we have a very special treat for all the amazing Mum´s out there… Ah, Amy Huberman´s new delicious elegant and fresh wines with up to 27% OFF! You can add a little note with your order and have it delivered right to their door or write your own personal message on the label of Ah,   Ah, Sauvignon Blanc…

“Don’t be that person” and check your passport before the Easter holidays – Minister Neale Richmond 

Today, the Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD, visited the Passport Office in Balbriggan, North County Dublin where he encouraged everyone to check their passport before booking holiday travel. The Minister said “I am delighted to visit the passport office in Balbriggan, where the majority of Passport Service operations take…

Caffeinate Your Christmas with Carrow Coffee’s Specialty Offerings

This Christmas, Carrow Coffee Roasters, nestled on a family farm along the wild Atlantic coastline of County Sligo, has curated the perfect gifts for coffee lovers. From single-origin delights to curated bundles and subscriptions. Carrow’s Christmas offerings promise to make this season extra special and extra caffeinated. Guatemala Microlot: A Festive Coffee Treat: Indulge in single-origin…

Ireland’s Rachel Murray Eyecare named Best Fashion Practice of the Year in Britain’s annual Optician Awards

An independent optical practice was the sole Irish winner in Britain’s prestigious annual Optician Awards, held at a star-studded black-tie event in London last week.   Rachel Murray, a Sligo-based optometrist, was presented with the award for Best Fashion Practice at the Hilton, Park Lane in an event attended by more than 500 of the UK’s…