Deadline approaching tomorrow to apply Coillte’s Forestry Scholarship

Thu, May 01, 2025

Coillte, Ireland’s semi-state forestry company, is encouraging prospective students interested in a career in forestry to apply for its 2025 Forestry Scholarship Award ahead of tomorrow’s (May 2) deadline for applications.

Over half of Irish employers admit struggling to keep hold of top talent this year

Thu, May 01, 2025

55% of Irish employers state they are struggling more to retain and attract talent this year, compared to 2024.

As the Irish jobs market continues to show strong demand in a number of sectors, new data from global talent solutions provider Robert Walters shows that this rapid recovery is ramping up competition between the country’s employers.

Galway EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 finalist revealed

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Galway-based Seamus Fahey of ICS Medical Devices has been revealed as a finalist in the 2025 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ireland programme.

Galway Lidl employee named customer champion at retailers’ national achievement awards

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Top employer Lidl Ireland has announced the winners of its annual National Achievement Awards which acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of Lidl team members across its stores, distribution centres and offices across the island of Ireland.

Ministers Heydon and Grealish launch €30 million research call

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

€30 million will be invested in new research over five years to drive innovation, competitiveness and sustainability in the agri-food, forest and bioeconomy sector.

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, and Minister of State with responsibility for Food Promotion, New Markets, and Research and Development, Noel Grealish TD, launched the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s Thematic Research Call 2025.

Carrolls Irish Gifts Launches third annual ‘Fáilte’ initiative supporting small Irish businesses

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

The successful Fáilte initiative returns for its third year, following an investment of €50,000 in Irish businesses. With applications from over 120 businesses since launching, Carrolls Irish Gifts are proud to announce the launch of ‘Fáilte’ 2025, an exciting initiative offering small Irish businesses the opportunity to have their products stocked on Carrolls Irish Gifts shelves nationwide, and online.

GAA+ to provide season pass for nursing home residents

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Nursing Homes Ireland (NHI) is extending its partnership with GAA+, the GAA’s new live and on-demand streaming platform. NHI and GAA+ have once again teamed up for the 2025 season, providing free access to over 30,000 residents and staff in all HIQA-registered private and voluntary nursing homes across the country. This year, GAA+ will be broadcasting 40 live games across all provinces as part of its exclusive All-Ireland Championship coverage.

Gaelic Games play an important role in Irish culture, fostering meaningful connections and shared experiences among nursing home residents. This partnership underscores the commitment of Nursing Homes Ireland and the GAA to ensuring that residents remain connected to their communities through the excitement and tradition of watching live Gaelic Games.

Galway’s GK Media wins podcast and digital media honours

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Galway’s GK Media, a leading creative production company, has been honoured with two prestigious accolades by the All-Ireland Business Foundation: Podcast Studio of the Year (National) and Connacht Digital Agency of the Year (2025) - marking their third consecutive win in the latter category.

Maura Fahy elected to board of the Irish Travel Agents Association

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Maura Fahy, Managing Director of Fahy Travel in Galway was elected to the board of the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) at their AGM held last week at The InterContinental Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin.

Le Chéile Mentoring recruiting for a new coordinator

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Le Chéile Mentoring works to make positive changes in the lives of young people who offend and their families, through the provision of Mentoring, Family Support and Restorative Justice Services.

Major national sustainability win for local printing company

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway’s own sustainable printing partner iSupply Ltd. has been declared the 2025 Sustainable Small Business of the Year at the Sustainable Business Awards. The awards, run by PwC and the Business Post, recognises companies who display a true commitment to environmental and social responsibility, and employ good governance to empower their staff and clients to make a positive difference.

A career that changes lives – including yours

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Imagine a job where every day, you make a real difference. A career where you don’t just clock in and out, but help people achieve independence, dignity, and a fulfilling life. At Caislean Services, part of the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – West Region, we’re looking for compassionate, driven individuals to join the team.

Right now, they are hiring Support Workers and Social Care Workers to work with adults with intellectual disabilities. These are not just jobs; they are opportunities to be part of something bigger. Whether it is helping someone gain new life skills, supporting them in their daily routine, or simply being a source of encouragement, this work matters.

Business to Arts urges Galway Organisations to apply for annual awards

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

There are just under three weeks left to apply for the prestigious Business to Arts Awards whose 2025 edition will take place on Monday, September 8.

In 2021, two Galway winners were awarded, with Flogas and Galway International Arts Festival being awarded the Irish Life Creativity in the Community Award for John Gerrard’s ‘Mirror Pavilion’, and Aerogen and Druid awarded the Small Arts Partnership Award for the DruidGregory programme.

CREW launches second iteration of Creative Business Cup (CBC) Ireland

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

CREW (Creative Enterprise West) in partnership with the Western Development Commission (WDC), and Creative Business Network (CBN) of Denmark, has officially launched the second year of the Creative Business Cup (CBC) Ireland competition.

InterTradeIreland launches 2025 Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

InterTradeIreland’s 2025 Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition is now open for entries. This prestigious investor readiness competition is the only all-island initiative offering an equity free cash prize. It provides early-stage businesses with a unique opportunity to showcase their potential to investors and investment funds across the island of Ireland.

Connemara ice producer secures deal to supply bagged ice exclusively to Tesco

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

A new Irish ice brand is hitting Tesco shelves nationwide as the retailer partners with Connemara’s Wild Atlantic Ice Company to launch Just Ice, a premium 2kg party bag of locally sourced ice. Available in all 183 Tesco stores and online, the collaboration marks a significant investment in local manufacturing and job creation.

Signum Surgical appoints Carol Burns as CEO

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway-based Signum Surgical has announced the appointment of Ms. Carol Burns as Chief Executive Officer.

Galway ranked as the third-best county for female entrepreneurship in Ireland

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway ranks third among the top counties for female entrepreneurs. Procure.ie, analysed thousands of LinkedIn profiles across Ireland, to determinewhich counties are leading the way for high-ranking women in business.

Galway tourism companies attend major travel fair in Berlin

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

Galway was on show last week at one of the largest travel trade fairs in the world, ITB in Berlin. Tourism companies from across Ireland – including Killary Fjord Boat Tours and Connemara Adventure Tours – joined Tourism Ireland at the fair, to grow our share of the important German travel market.

Growing your business can be quite the adventure

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

With so many different aspects to juggle, it’s easy to feel both challenged and excited about the possibilities ahead when growing your business. One of the key areas to focus on is finding the right team to take care of your bookkeeping. It’s an important piece of the puzzle as your business evolves.

The team at O’Boyle + Associates, are here to help. They provide on-site bookkeeping services that are not only friendly on your budget but also tailored to fit your needs. By partnering with O'Boyle + Associates, you’ll save time and resources that would otherwise go into training new employees and dealing with extra costs like PRSI, sick pay, and holiday pay. The team of professionals will come to your office on a schedule that works best for you — whether that’s weekly or monthly.

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