How to strike the right tone in community work interview

Thu, Mar 09, 2023

Q: My friend is going for an interview in a fortnight as a community development worker with a youth organisation. The role will involve helping young people growing up in difficult circumstances to get involved in activities such as sport, drama, art, volunteering and the like. She is newly qualified in this area but hasn’t a breeze what kind of questions to expect in the interview. I’ve agreed to put her through a mock interview next week and would like to have an idea of questions I could ask her - and possible answers for them in general terms? (LC, email).

­Through the glass darkly

Thu, Mar 09, 2023

I have always been fascinated by maps, especially old maps. One of the most famous is the Tube map - better known as the London Underground map - a schematic transport map of the lines, stations and services of the London Underground, known colloquially as "the Tube", hence the map's name.

RHS Home Care continuing to provide social care services within home setting

Thu, Mar 09, 2023

Twenty seven years ago a small group of volunteers united to see if they could provide social care services to local people who needed support at home.

It was not envisaged at the time the project would grow to employ 350 people across Roscommon, Mayo and Galway.

Volunteer groups unite to showcase River Shannon water based activities

Thu, Mar 09, 2023

A core feature of the forthcoming Croí na hÉireann Festival, on Saturday, March 18, the River Shannon will showcase the best that the waterway has to offer as numerous local volunteer groups unite to host a wealth of activities.

Shannon Dance Academy to celebrate milestone moment with ‘Dance Extravaganza’ performances

Thu, Mar 09, 2023

Shannon Dance Academy is celebrating its 20 year anniversary this year and to mark this milestone moment will perform ‘Dance Extravaganza’, an unmissable evening of dance at the Dean Crowe Theatre, on Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26.

Galway is ready for this year's design challenge

Thu, Mar 02, 2023

Connacht businesses are in the running for this year’s Irish Business Design Challenge challenge which focuses on sustainable design solutions and innovation in business.

The four Connacht businesses are: International Pelvic Physiotherapy Management LTD by Aoife Ni Eochaidh, Replenish by Stehanie Mahon, and Daniel Gill Furnituremaker all from Galway, and Westcountry Pillows by Alan Burrows from Roscommon.

Last call for companies and community groups to enter grant scheme

Thu, Feb 23, 2023

The RISE Community Fund is giving cash grants to encourage the use of technology in businesses, farms, community groups and social enterprises across County Galway

Supported by National Broadband Ireland, and established by NBI chairman and technology entrepreneur, David McCourt, RISE is providing monthly grants across the country to give an immediate cash injection to local communities seeking to boost their digital ecosystems.

Find your home

Thu, Feb 23, 2023

AIB Galway hosted a special Find Your Home event on Sunday in Galway's Portershed - the first such event since 2019.

Popular Bubble Tea shop in Galway's Latin Quarter for Sale

Thu, Feb 23, 2023

This is a beautifully decorated sit-in and takeaway Bubble Tea plus fast food take-away shop in the densely populated Latin Quarter area of Galway City.

Irish businesses more optimistic about outlook than EU counterparts

Thu, Feb 16, 2023

BY DECLAN VARLEY
New data from Grant Thornton reveals that Irish business are increasingly concerned about the country’s economic outlook. The latest Grant Thornton International Business Report (IBR) found that only 56% of Irish businesses are optimistic about the outlook of Ireland’s economy for the next 12 months compared to 85% in the same period the previous year. Despite this significant drop, Irish businesses are still more optimistic about the economic outlook than the rest of the EU at 43%.

New data from Grant Thornton reveals that Irish business are increasingly concerned about the country’s economic outlook. The latest Grant Thornton International Business Report (IBR) found that only 56% of Irish businesses are optimistic about the outlook of Ireland’s economy for the next 12 months compared to 85% in the same period the previous year. Despite this significant drop, Irish businesses are still more optimistic about the economic outlook than the rest of the EU at 43%.

Shannon first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle

Thu, Feb 16, 2023

Shannon Airport has become the first Irish airport to take delivery of an electric Medical Response Vehicle.

The vehicle, called “Rescue 14”, replaces its diesel-powered model and will be used for emergency medical responses that may arise at the airport.

How volunteering can bring real career benefits

Thu, Feb 16, 2023

Q: I’m new to Ireland and I want to get working and advance my career. I’m applying for various positions but haven’t made much progress yet. Some people have told me that I should do voluntary work locally, but I’m not sure how much value that will bring at this stage. I really want to get paid work and don’t want to waste time – volunteering for a local sports club or charity doesn’t bring in badly needed money or get my foot on the career ladder. How do you think I should approach this? (LJ, email).

Colleges must conduct ‘urgent’ cybersecurity review, says expert

Thu, Feb 16, 2023

The organiser of Zero Day Con is advising third level institutions in Galway and across the country to urgently review their cybersecurity protocols, in the wake of a ransomware incident at one Irish university. It follows a message from Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris, who reiterated the support being offered by the authorities to MTU, where classes resumed on Tuesday.

Growth of 15 per cent in jobs forecast for Galway this year

Thu, Feb 09, 2023

The number of job opportunities in Galway will grow by 15% in the coming year, according to a new forecast from FRS Recruitment, one of the country’s leading recruitment agencies. This follows on from the 9% increase experienced in Galway in 2022.

Excellence of Cancer Care West recognised with top national honour

Thu, Feb 09, 2023

The All-Ireland Business Foundation (AIBF) has named Cancer Care West as the Connacht Charity of the year 2023. This major national honour is in recognition of the exceptional services that the charity has provided to cancer patients and their families on the West Coast of Ireland for more than 25 years.

15 tips to make a strong return to your old career

Thu, Feb 09, 2023

Q: I’m thinking seriously about returning to my old career. I’ve been doing something else for the last 20 years and I miss what did previously. It’s time to go back to the future, I feel. What do I need to look out for? (IK, email).

A: Deciding to return to an old career requires strategic thinking. I’ve changed careers a number of times in my life – and while it can be invigorating, it doesn’t come without its challenges. Faraway hills, and all of that.

Neurent Medical announces limited market release system to treat chronic rhinitis

Thu, Feb 09, 2023

Galway-headquartered Neurent Medical, a company pioneering innovative non-surgical interventions to treat chronic inflammatory sino-nasal diseases, this week announced its NEUROMARK® Rhinitis Neurolysis Therapy (RNT) is now commercially available in limited U.S. markets.

Old Laptops, Tablets & Phones could be worth hundreds to your business – Wisetek

Thu, Feb 09, 2023

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Does your business have several old, unused laptops and mobile phones laying around following a hardware update? Did you know that these devices are worth far more than you think?

Does your business have several old, unused laptops and mobile phones laying around following a hardware update? Did you know that these devices are worth far more than you think?

Cash grants available for Galway companies and community groups

Thu, Feb 02, 2023

The RISE Community Fund supported by National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company delivering the National Broadband Plan (NBP), has announced that applications for its grants to small businesses, farms, community groups and social enterprises are open throughout February in Galway.

Eimhin Mulligan does the business in N17 Plaza Award for St Jarlath’s

Thu, Feb 02, 2023

2021/2022 Leaving Cert Student Eimhin Mulligan was named the winner of the inaugural Pat McDonagh Business Award, sponsored by the N17 Plaza. This is a dedicated Business Studies award for Leaving Certificate students, exclusive to St Jarlath’s College Tuam and sponsored by the newly opened N17 Plaza.

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