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Irish Travel Agents Association issues advice for holidaymakers travelling in areas affected by wildfires
The Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) are advising Irish holidaymakers travelling in destinations where wildfires are affecting parts of southern Europe, including Spain and south west France, to remain vigilant, follow local authority guidance and stay informed throughout their trip.
‘Low smoke doesn’t mean low-risk,’ says local research
New research led by University of Galway has found that when burning “low smoke” manufactured fuels release tiny ultrafine particles that are potentially more harmful to human health.
As the smoke rises in Rome, so too do expectations
As this newspaper goes to press, the red-robed cardinals are gathering beneath Michelangelo’s Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel. The conclave has begun, the doors have closed, and the world watches with anticipation. By the time you read this, white smoke may already have risen from the chimney, signaling that the Roman Catholic Church has chosen its next pope.
The fast approach of the end of year
The hammering noise from outside my window here in Eyre Square caught me by surprise; the Christmas Market starts tomorrow, the earliest it has ever been, and a reminder once again of how the year has been concertina-ed into what feels like six months.
Ongoing Athlone relief road noise pollution levels remain major concern for residents along route
Athlone-Moate Municipal District elected representatives will issue correspondence to the Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Deputy Jack Chambers, to ascertain which Government Department holds funding responsibility to ensure the reduction of noise levels on the Athlone relief road.
Why it's time ditch the disposables
In a convenience-driven culture where single-use items are the norm, it's easy to overlook the long-term environmental impact of disposable coffee cups. Despite being warned repeatedly, why are we still not listening? According to reusables company and lifestyle brand Ecoset, there are a number of compelling reasons why people in Ireland should consider ditching the disposables in 2024.
Connacht Hotel’s beach clean marks World Oceans' Day
Staff of The Connacht Hotel, owned by the Connacht Hospitality Group, spent the afternoon of Thursday, June 8 giving back to the local community with a beach clean-up in Renville to mark World Oceans' Day.
New sharing app is helping householders to reduce food waste
Galway householders are helping stem the rising tide of dumped food in Ireland - estimated at over 19,000 tonnes a week.
The Beach Clean 2021 is kicking off this weekend in Mayo
After a break in 2020, 15 volunteer groups have signed up for Clean Coasts’ Big Beach Clean 2021 and are ready to tackle marine litter in Mayo.
