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The American fast-food chain Wendy’s has partnered with Corrib Oil, a service station and energy distributor, to bring the Wendy’s franchise to Ireland. Headquartered in Ohio, Wendy’s plans to open 10 quick-service restaurants across Ireland by 2027, creating approximately 300 new jobs.

Yet another chinese electric vehicle maker has announced its arrival into the Irish market, this time the turn of Xpeng (pronounced Shao-Peng) which has partnered with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL) as its exclusive importer and distributor here.

Galway city and county are gearing up to celebrate food this season with Blas na Samhna (A Taste of Galway), a month-long food festival. From cosy comfort foods to daring new dIshes, pop-up events, and chef collaborations, Blas na Samhna is the ultimate celebration of Galway's food culture, sustainability and local produce.

Charging hotel guests across the city a one Euro per night tourism tax could net an estimated extra €2 million per year for the city’s finances.

Have you ever dreamed a little dream of acting on stage under the lights or in film or TV, in front of the camera? Have you wondered where you should go to make this goal a reality?

By Alan Dooley

With Easter almost upon us, we are indulging in thoughts of breakfast tables adorned with freshly baked hot cross buns, lush lunches and perfect dinners with loved ones.

Earning a qualification in business will allow you to learn a skill that can be used in all careers. Galway Community College offers QQI accredited courses in business and accounting at both Level 5 and 6. There are many opportunities arising from this vocational area, one of which to study to become an accountant which can open many doors into employment and higher education in Ireland and abroad.

Galway Community College Further Education courses have a planned period of work placement, which is accredited under QQI. This placement is undertaken by all students — the college offers students in all departments the opportunity to avail of the Erasmus programme.

Galway Community College of Further Education (GCC) will hold a further education open day on campus on Tuesday, March 5 from 9am to 4pm. This is an opportunity to visit the college in Wellpark, Galway city, to get the most accurate and up to date information about studying a further education course. Leaving Certificate students, school leavers, mature students, adults considering returning to education, teachers, and parents are invited to go along to GCC, the site of GRETB's College of the Future.