Poetry Day 2021 at Theatre Royal
Poetry Day 2021, on Thursday, 29th April, will be marked at Theatre Royal with a celebration of the work of the late Waterford poet Sean Dunne. This FREE livestream event, curated by playwright Martina Collender, will involve six local writers and performers reading selected works by Dunne. Martina said it’s fitting that he is remembered in his home town on Poetry Day: “Sean was a brilliant Waterford poet. He died sadly too young but his words live on and it’s important to remember him and his work on
Tánaiste to join Waterford Chamber’s Resurgence efforts
Following on from the success of Waterford Chamber’s recent Resurgence 25X event with ATPO, five ideas have been chosen to explore their viability for Waterford as we look to recover post Covid-19. These ideas will be presented on Wednesday, May 5th at 12.30pm via a live webinar, which is free to attend and open to all. Topping the bill will be An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar, who will discuss the opportunities and challenges on remote working, along with Seamus Kilgannon of workLAB. Renowned chef Darina Allen
LEO Waterford Scholars take up Boxworks desks
Four aspiring entrepreneurs recently took up their desks at Boxworks Co Work Space, as part of a Local Enterprise Office Waterford scholarship programme. The Desk programme, helmed by LEO Waterford, was designed to facilitate those with a business idea or in start-up phase. By providing a creative coworking and networking environment for the next six months, the businesses will be well positioned to put their specific goals in place with the aid of monthly virtual meetings with a LEO business
Walton Institute leading efforts to strengthen transatlantic relations
Walton Institute at Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) recently launched a 24-month project dedicated to the support of strengthening transatlantic relations between the European Union and the Unites States. The main objective is to establish a mutually beneficial collaboration platform between EU and US civil society organisations (CSOs) and dialogues on seven vital policy areas in EU-US relations. The seven policy areas include climate change, particularly the European Green Deal, energy, circular
2,500 new WIT graduates equipped with skills and innovation for Covid-19 redefined work environments
New graduates are equipped with the skills and innovative mindset that work environments redefined by Covid-19 need, the President of Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) has said as the first online conferring ceremonies begins at www.wit.ie/conferring The conferring of academic awards ceremonies for WIT’s class of 2020 take place online between Wednesday, 21 April and Friday, 23 April 2021. Of the 2,552 graduates being conferred this week 874 are from Waterford City and County (34%). However, WIT
Waterford unveils ambitious plans for a new investment brand, Waterford - Find your Future
Plans to propose the entire City of Waterford as a Decarbonising Zone under Ireland’s Climate Action Plan have been unveiled at the launch of Waterford’s new investment brand identity. Under the ambitious Waterford - Find Your Future brand, which is centred on Waterford’s critical role in future national development as a population centre and economic driver, a range of climate mitigation measures are to be introduced across the city to address future growth in a sustainable way. These include plans to
Waterford Property Watch Live: Upcoming Expert Events
Liberty Blue Estate Agents, the leading independent Waterford property sales and letting experts, has two online events coming up: Tuesday 20th April 12:30 to 13:15 Get the Best Price for Your Property John Breen, Partner at HD Keane Solicitors joins Auctioneer and Director of Liberty Blue Estate Agents, Maria Clifford to share a wealth of knowledge to help property sellers to achieve the best price when selling their home. Register for this Zoom webinar here -
Covid Test Centre at Mulligans Pharmacy
Mulligans Pharmacy, Barronstrand Street are pleased to announce they are extending their Covid test screening program to include the gold standard rapid PCR test with all results available by text or email in the same day (usually within 2 hours) complete with travel certification if required. It is widely expected that rapid testing and vaccination will allow a broader re opening of the economy and allow companies restart business and rehire former employees – if you require testing for travel, both
Purcell Properties unveils stylish rebrand and new website
Purcell Properties have proudly unveiled their stylish rebrand and new website: www.purcellproperties.ie With over 47 years at the forefront of the property market in Waterford, the High Street based business decided to seize the opportunity to create a new brand identity while the awaiting the full resumption of normal business operations, post Level 5 restrictions. Director, Conor Purcell, wanted to reinforce the business’ professional reputation as one of the most trusted and respected real estate
NEW Online Ordering – Fitzwilton Hotel Takeaway Menu
Just launched! Live on our website! The Fitzwilton Hotel online ordering. You can now pre-order your delicious takeaway dishes from your phone, tablet or desktop! Order our tasty #takeaway for collection 12.00-8.00pm daily and let the Fitzwilton Team do the rest! https://fitzwilton-hotel.tablepath.com/menus #supportlocal #supportwaterford #supportlocalonline #visitwaterford #fitzwiltonhotel
Phoenix Yard in 16 places to visit in Sunday Independent
Phoenix Yard Street Food Market gets nominated in the Sunday Independent Life Magazine as one of the 16 best places to visit for street food. Phoenix Yard has gone from strength to strength since its began just last June, now it gets the recognition from the acclaimed food critic Lucinda O'Sullivan in the Sunday Independent on the 18th April, boasting five food vendors offering a global cuisines they have strived in the pandemic and even boost a new start up. Keith Daniels said, "We are absolutely trilled
Beat’s streaming figures continued to impress for the first three months of 2021
More people than ever are opting to go digital when listening to Beat 102-103. The regional radio station has continued to experience significant and sustained growth between its two digital stream offerings in the first quarter of 2021. Total Listening Hours on Beat’s digital streams in Q1 of this year were up 83% when compared to the same quarter last year, while Active Listening Sessions grew by an impressive 51%. The takeaway number, however, was Smart Speaker Listening Hours which is up 242% on Q1
From Playing field to Medical field
Apparel Supply, a Waterford family business, employing 35 staff, established its Industrial division in 1985 and its Sportswear division, under the Azzurri brand in 2000. The company is presently adding a further 30 staff, as it develops a new medical device face mask production facility in workLAB, IDA Industrial Estate, Waterford. With the advent of COVID-19, the Azzurri sports line was facing indefinite closure and management took the decision to move into the manufacturing of reusable face masks,
Financial Planning for Investment Webinar
Financial Planning for Investment Webinar, April 29th at 11am Raising money from investors for your startup or scaleup is challenging at any stage and requires a great pitch, a great business proposition, a serious problem that you're solving and a clear and logical set of financial projections, even for experienced founders with significant traction in their company. Book your place on our short webinar to help you understand what financial planning you need to undertake for successful
AHECS Graduate Market Survey
You may be aware of the Association of Higher Education Careers Services (AHECS); AHECS is the professional association of careers advisory and placement professionals in higher education in Ireland. Included among our members are 25 Universities, Higher Education Institutes and Institutes of Technology, together with third-level careers and placement services, support 400,000 students studying in the higher education sector – 50,000 of whom are preparing for graduation. For further information on AHECS
Outdoor Dining in Style with OfficeMaster
Businesses who serve food including hotels, cafes and restaurants are now eligible to apply for a grant to help facilitate outdoor dining. Announced by the Minister for Tourism Catherine Martin TD in partnership with Fáilte Ireland, the grant will average about €4,000 for each premises. We have a range of outdoor seating and dining tables to help your business stand out from the competition. Weatherproof, stylish and available in a range of colours and sizes, we have the solution for your business as
Ghosting returns to Theatre Royal
Sí never sleeps well. Sí never remembers her dreams. But she wakes up in the middle of the night to find Mark, who ghosted her six years ago, standing at the end of her bed in London. What the f*ck? Now she must face her demons and go back to the last place on Earth she wants to be. Waterford. Home. Theatre Royal Waterford is thrilled to announce the live streaming of Ghosting by Waterford’s Jamie Beamish (Bridgerton, Derry Girls) and Anne O’Riordan (Call the Midwife, The Clinic) at 8pm on Saturday,
Solas Webinar - Returning to work after cancer
Iverk Show 2021 Cancelled
Due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Covid pandemic and the medium to long term national plans for festivals and events the Iverk show committee have decided to cancel the 2021 Show. Due to take place on the 28th August, the President, Jack Kearns, Chairman, Robert Dowley and members of the Iverk Show are bitterly disappointed to have to take this action for the second year in a row. Guided by the recommendations of the Government, HSE, Irish Shows Association and bearing in mind the health
Get Moving with OfficeMaster x Urban Gym
In honour of World Health Day, OfficeMaster have collaborated with New Ross-based boutique gym ‘Urban Gym’ and created a video to help people work happy and healthy! Geared towards those working from home, this simple exercise is also useful for anyone with a desk job. Learn how to easily add extra movement to your day and avoid common ailments like poor circulation, stiffness, back ache and more. Watch the video and share with a friend or co-worker who may find it useful.
EirGrid and Waterford Chamber seeks public input into how to shape Ireland’s Electricity Future
With only 40% of electricity used throughout the year in Ireland coming from clean generation, the Government intends to increase it to 70% by 2030 and have charged EirGrid with making the grid ready to ensure this happens. Part of the Eirgrid strategy was to conduct a series of consultation webinars, one of which Waterford Chamber hosted, where EirGrid’s Chief Innovative and Planning Officer Liam Ryan and Head of Future Networks Robbie Aherne explained the four approaches to attaining this 70%
Home soil recognition for global tech company NearForm
NearForm was named Overall Waterford Business of the Year at the Waterford Business Awards on Friday last (February 26th) by Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr Damien Geoghegan, during a live virtual awards ceremony. The multi-national company also picked up the Technology & Innovation of the Year award during the streamed event and is the second time the Tramore based company has won the top prize, collecting it first back in 2016. NearForm is one of the biggest success stories to come out of
Entrepreneur of the Year award for Immersive VR Education founders
Dynamic duo David and Sandra Whelan, founders of Immersive VR Education, have been announced as Entrepreneurs of the Year at the Waterford Business Awards, organised by Waterford Chamber and supported by Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, WLRfm and Waterford City & County Council. Congratulating David and Sandra, Danette Connolly, Waterford Chamber President said: “Waterford is lucky to have a wealth of incredible entrepreneurs in its midst and David and Sandra are a shining example of how hard work and
Positivity must prevail on TUSE says Chambers
Following a meeting with Waterford Oireachtas members and a selection of its members, Waterford Chamber has reconfirmed its commitment to the process of securing a Technological University of the South East. During the two hour meeting, the elected officials heard from business representatives from various sectors and were also afforded the opportunity to address the concerns raised. According to Gerald Hurley, CEO of Waterford Chamber, what was clear from the robust discussion was the desire to get the
Waterford Chamber calls for expansion of business supports
Following Cabinet’s latest announcement, Waterford Chamber has engaged with the Taoiseach and Tanaiste asking them to expand financial supports for impacted businesses. According to Chamber CEO Gerald Hurley, “The Government’s announcement of tighter restrictions will not have been the start to the new year many businesses and local economies were hoping for. However, with infection rates and hospitalisations beyond anything we have seen throughout 2020, the additional restrictions announced are essential
The gift of Waterford Chamber’s Regional Leaders Programme
The Waterford Chamber Regional Leaders Programme has reached new heights before Christmas as a chance meeting has resulted in supporting people in Direct Provision. The programme, which has been recognised a number of times nationally for its innovation, unites leaders and participants to share experiences and this is how Elaine Fennelly, CEO of Crystal Valley Tech and Anne Nolan of Waterford Integration Services came together. According to Elaine, “When Waterford Chamber of Commerce commenced its