Waterford wins Shared Ireland Funding
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has announced the successful award recipients under the Shared Island Local Authority Development Funding Scheme. One of the successful applicants is Waterford City and County Council, which, in partnership with Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, has been awarded almost €250,000 in order to initiate regeneration projects in Portlaw and Dunmore East in Waterford along with the partner communities of Portglenone and Glenarm in Antrim. Nationally, more than €4.3m has been allocated
October is Ireland’s National Reuse Month
October is Ireland’s National Reuse Month and Mayor of Waterford City and County Cllr John O’Leary recently launched Reuse Month 2022 at Waterford’s Central Library. Reuse is about valuing our stuff, by repairing and reusing it for as long and as often as possible. This avoids the need to extract raw materials, manufacture and distribute new stuff, and avoids waste, all of which cuts down on greenhouse gas emissions. The idea is to bring people beyond the idea of “reduce, reuse and recycle” towards a
Down Syndrome Ireland Waterford and South Kilkenny Branch
The DSI Waterford Branch is a support group for families of and people with Down Syndrome in Waterford and South Kilkenny. We work to help people with Down Syndrome reach their full potential by providing information and support to them, their families, carers and professionals. To achieve our aim, we have a three-pronged approach: activities for members, family support network and raising awareness of Down syndrome among professionals and the public. As a branch we aim to provide as best we can for the
Waterford City & County Council clears the way for Make Way Day 2022
Every corner of Ireland will be put to the test for basic access issues this Friday, September 30th when the Make Way Day campaign returns, with a testing twist! Campaign organisers, the Disability Federation of Ireland DFI, have developed an online tool that campaigners can use to test and rate their local area along with using MWD stickers to highlight the issues faces by people. Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr John O’Leary welcomed the return of Make Way Day. “Make Way Day focuses on
Portalis to host public cultural tourism workshops
Portalis, an EU funded transdisciplinary project that explores the first connection between Ireland and Wales dating back to the Mesolithic period, is inviting members of the public to attend a series of workshops taking place in six unique coastal communities in Ireland and Wales. The cross-border local engagement events will look to introduce the Portalis project and explore how elements of the project can be used to develop cultural tourism in the coastal communities and their surrounding areas. The
Waterford-Music presents Pirosmani Quartet
WATERFORD-MUSIC & NATIONAL STRING QUARTET FOUNDATION PRESENT: PIROSMANI QUARTET The Large Room, City Hall, Waterford 19th October 2022 7:30 pm Mairead Hickey violin William Hagen violin Georgy Kovalev viola Ella van Poucke cello Cork violinist Mairead Hickey leads a star-studded lineup of international musicians. Beethoven’s Op.18 No.3 was by some accounts his first string quartet and from its lyrical opening to its fleet-footed finale it carries the hallmarks of the master’s genius. We lost
Waterford Credit Union has teamed up with Encon to help bring warmth and energy efficiency to homes
WATERFORD Credit Union has teamed up with Encon to help bring warmth and energy efficiency to homes across Waterford city and county. Achieving a warmer, healthier and energy efficient home has never been easier with a Green Loan from Waterford Credit Union and Encon’s five-step process. Conor Walsh, MD, Encon, advised “Rising energy costs are a huge burden on people however, they can combat rising costs using our tailor-made retrofit services. Another important consideration is people want to do more
Secondary Schools Litter Challenge 2022
All Secondary Schools in County Waterford are invited to enter a litter competition to win €1500 for their school. Letters and emails to issue to Green School Coordinators and Principals on week commencing 12th September. Schools are invited to enter by emailing a contact name, contact details and participating class taking part to eryan@waterfordcouncil.ie They will then be allocated an area close to their school to carry out a clean in October and November (this area will be highlighted on a map
All pumped up for People’s Park new adult fitness park!
A new adult fitness park has recently been installed in Waterford’s People’s Park to encourage people to get out and get active. With ten new pieces of exercise equipment including a sit-up press, decline bench, pull up station and shoulder press, the equipment is durable and robust enough to withstand the elements. The exercise equipment allows for a wide range of body weight exercises to be completed across all muscle groups and the set-up of the equipment enables users to experience an outdoor
Network Magazine - Issue 20
IN THIS ISSUE:Five Pillars to Regional Growth - Patsy Carney, Ireland South EastOnes to watch: Waterford's high potential start-upsWaterford Chamber Pre-Budget SubmissionA seamless way to hand over your throneRe-fashioning the future with Smart GarmentsEnergy Business SupportsNational Women’s Enterprise Day 2022Summer review with Waterford CouncilBite-Size NewsBumper year for Waterford MuseumsWelcome VolunteersWaterford’s Blue Plaque TrailPlus much more!READ
WLR FM adds a new face to its Board of Directors
Waterford’s local radio station, WLR FM, has announced an addition to its Board of Directors. The radio stations Operations and Programme Director, Michael Byrne, has been appointed to the position. A graduate of Waterford Institute of Technology and University College Dublin, Michael has held senior management roles in WLR since 2014. Michael joined WLR FM in 2001 and was a former board member of Learning Waves Skillnet, the radio industry training body. Michael also represented the Independent
Imagine Arts Festival Launch
The Solas Run and Walk for Life is back!
The Solas Cancer Support Centre’s 10K Run and Walk Life returns to the streets of Waterford City on Sunday 9th October 2022. After a two-year absence the team in Solas are pleased to be holding the event in person and this year have also added a 10K walk in Dungarvan on Saturday 8th October. Tracy McDaid, Manager of the Solas Cancer Support Centre, explains what it means to be holding the event in person this year: “We were blown away by the response to the virtual event over the last two years. This
Waterford-Music & Music Network present: Clara Jumi-Kang (violin) & Sunwook Kim (piano)
The Large Room, City Hall, Waterford 6th October 7:30 pm tickets: €17/€15/€5 Book tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/clara-jumi-kang-violin-sunwook-kim-piano-tickets-414884118567 Once in a rare while, a special synergy between artists breathes new life into familiar repertoire, and the duo of Clara-Jumi Kang and Sunwook Kim is a perfect case in point. Garnering top laurels over the last decade—the Indianapolis, Seoul and Sendai International Competitions for Kang; Ettlingen, Clara Haskil and Leeds
Rates savings for Waterford businesses making energy efficiency a priority
In April 2021, Waterford City and County Council agreed that Waterford City would be the designated Decarbonising Zone for Waterford. Acting as a “Transition Super-Lab”, where real life initiatives to manage the transition from a fossil fuel based local economy to carbon Net Zero will be designed and implemented, the DZ projects include building energy efficiency, sustainable transport, renewable energy generation and carbon sequestration. To achieve this aim will require a very significant shift in how
Vitamin Sea festival returns to Tramore
A sea-inspired festival celebrating Tramore’s fabulous food offerings and stunning outdoors will take place from Friday September 16th to Sunday the 18th. It’s the second time the Vitamin Sea Festival is taking place, which aims to celebrate the wealth of natural resources and local businesses, which make Tramore such a wonderful place to eat, drink and take in some vitamin sea through walks, swims and surfs. In Victorian times, September was traditionally the month when holiday makers visited
Waterford City and County Council invites applications for 2023 Arts Practice Grants
Waterford City and County Council invites Artists and Arts Organisations to apply online for 2023 Arts Practice Grants. There is a total budget of €90,000 to cover all successful applicants. This is a fully online system that has been streamlined into three categories: Professional/Amateur Organisations and individualsRural Arts NetworkingPlaywright & Producer / Screenwriter & Producer There is a transparent detailed marking system which allows clients to understand how their application will be
Tramore named as one of eight clean beaches by IBAL
The annual nationwide survey by business group Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) of beaches and harbours has shown Tramore to be one of the beaches found to be ‘Clean to European Norms.’ Nationally, litter levels are on the rise, however Tramore was one of eight of the thirty-three areas surveyed to receive the ‘Clean’ designation. The An Taisce report found Tramore to be a fantastic site, not just in terms of the lack of litter, but in the overall presentation of same. The report stated, “It is
Public Consultation Phase to Examine Feasibility of Waterford Greenway – Suir Blueway Connection
Waterford City & County Council and Tipperary County Council have launched the first public consultation phase for the Waterford Greenway – Suir Blueway connection, potentially linking Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary to Kilmeadan, Co. Waterford. Both councils are jointly seeking the views of the public in this regard as part of this initial, non-statutory public consultation process. The project’s web portal will open with detail on the project study area and how to make observations or submissions from
Vitamin Sea Festival outside broadcast in Tramore
To celebrate the Vitamin Sea Festival, WLRfm and Waterford Libraries are teaming up for an outside broadcast on Main Street Tramore on Saturday 17th September 1pm-4pm. Join for fun on the street with craft table, competitions and spot prizes. Why not ask a Librarian for recommended reads or check out our e-Services. Kitty Caboodle is doing storytime at the Coastguard Cultural Centre at 11.30am. See https://vitaminseafestival.ie for details. Vitamin Sea Festival takes place on Friday 16th,
Can you help?
The Haven team in Dunmore East is organising two events in September to support local charities. They are appealing to Chamber members for any support they can provide. The first, The WASSA Fight Night, in aid of Waterford Autism Social & Sports Action, takes place on the 4th of September. The second, “Rebel Sunday”, on 25th September, is a day of live music gigs, including The Highland Paddies, Rising Tide and Celtic Freedom. This event is to help raise awareness and funds for Waterford City
Recreation and Research at Woodstown Viking Site
Heritage Week went out with a fight last Sunday to the delight of audiences at Aonach na nDéise, the Viking Festival at Woodstown on the Waterford Greenway. Hosted by Déise Medieval Re-enactment Group and supported by Waterford City and County Council, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, National Museum of Ireland, TVAS Archaeology, Abarta Heritage and SETU the festival was back for its 5th year and attracted over 1000 visitors over the course of the day. Visitors were entertained and delighted at the
Homeowners and landlords can now advertise directly to students using SETU’s StudentPad
South East Technological University President, Prof Veronica Campbell this week launched the SETUStudentPad website to help connect SETU students in Waterford, Wexford and Carlow with homeowners with a room to rent, landlords with a house or apartment and individuals looking for a flat mate or housemate. Prof Campbell is keenly aware that accommodation remains uppermost in the minds of students and their parents saying “Once again demand for student accommodation will be high and the aim of
Waterford Chamber welcomes Airport development
Waterford Chamber welcomes the announcement of a reported potential investment in Waterford Airport. According to Gerald Hurley, CEO Waterford Chamber, “This is very welcome progress and is a positive step forward in terms of Waterford Airport’s future. The interest the Comer Brothers have in our region is heartening and we know with their business acumen and international experience, the Airport could reach its true potential. “We have been lobbying extensively over the past number of years, most
Home Instead lobbies for Home Care Regulation
Most home care staff are lone workers, calling house to house, helping people who very often live by themselves. Lone working adds to health and safety risks, for both the home care worker and the service user. HIQA’s December 2021 Home Care Regulation Research Paper reported Canadian evidence showing 13.2% of home care clients were exposed to adverse events (such as a medication errors or falls), and that 33% of these were preventable. Adverse events were often due to the actions and decisions of service
WLR listeners and local candle maker capture the scent of Waterford
The Big Breakfast Blaa and Milis Candles have teamed up to create the ‘DÉISE’ candle WLR's breakfast show The Big Breakfast Blaa with Vinny and Aoibhin has helped to launch a new candle which promises to capture the scent of Waterford! Simply called 'DÉISE', the candle is the result of a months-long project and partnership with Milis - a Waterford based natural soy candle company founded by oncology nurse Fiona Young. "We think it's a first for Irish radio" says Vinny Aoibhin, hosts of The Big
Waterford City and County Development Plan launched
The Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028 was officially launched by the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’Leary. The plan, which was fully adopted by Elected Members of Waterford City and County Council last month, is a statutory planning document, covering the six-year period from 2022-2028 and guides the day-to-day operation of the Planning Authority and broader strategic investment decision making. The City and County Development Plan is the principal planning
Fast Track ICDL accreditation service
Access I.T. is a charitable status Social Enterprise that delivers a range of accredited information Technology (I.T) education and training programmes. Access I.T. is a first point of contact for local people who are both economically and socially disadvantaged and are generally far removed from mainstream services. We are community based and provide a safe point of contact for individuals in non-threatening surroundings. Access I.T. prides itself on delivering flexible and affordable I.T. training in a
2022 Munster Maths and Science Family Fair
The 2022 Munster Maths and Science Family Fair will be held in Mallow on October 16th. The annual event, first held in 2010, attracts approximately 4000 primary and secondary school children and parents/guardians from across Munster as visitors to each event. This STEM event features exhibitors from Industry that highlight the science and innovation that underpin their technologies and products. The focus of the annual fair is to showcase the fun side of science and to show how it is used in the things
Portalis invites you to explore ‘The First Settlers of County Waterford’
As part of a series of cross-border network events, representatives from Wales, Ireland and international experts are coming together to discuss ‘The First Settlers of County Waterford’ on Thursday, 21 July at 7pm in The Granville Hotel, Waterford. The free public seminar, hosted by the Portalis project, will include a fascinating look at archaeology and climate change, and a discussion about how our Irish and Welsh coastal communities and their visitors can best work together to preserve our natural and
Waterford City and County Development Plan commended by Office of the Planning Regulator
Following the adoption of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028 by elected members of Waterford City and County Council, the Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) has commended the local authority on ‘a coherent and appropriate strategy for the delivery of key national planning objectives including the promotion of compact growth and town and village centre regeneration.’ The Plan, prepared by WCCC Planning Authority, is a statutory planning document, made in accordance with Section
Waterford Credit Union launch their new office in Tramore
Waterford Credit Union are delighted to officially launch our new office in Tramore on Saturday 16th July between 1.00 – 4.00pm. Since the merge between Waterford Credit Union and Tramore Credit Union at the end of 2019, we have been unable to celebrate both credit unions coming together due to Covid restrictions. We are excited to finally welcome the local community in Tramore and surrounding areas to join us for a day of celebration and fun. WLRfm will broadcast live on the day and we’ll also be
Home Instead Waterford urges care for older people in the summer
With the welcome rise in temperatures and the country optimistic for a good summer, advisory warnings for exposure to the sun and the effects of the heat are sure to follow. However, according to Home Instead Waterford, older people are at increased risk of heat related illness, especially if they live alone, have medical conditions or take certain medicines. In many cases being frail, not able to move as easily or having dementia can affect an older person’s ability to take adequate care of themselves in
Waterford City Bikeshare scheme launched
Newly elected Mayor of Waterford City and County, Councillor John O’Leary officially launched the new Transport for Ireland (TFI) Bike Share Scheme at Arundel Square in the City. TFI Bikes is a self-service bike rental service, with stations conveniently located throughout Waterford City, making it easy to get around, whether it’s for commuting to work, meeting friends, or doing some sight-seeing. There are 14 Bike stations and 220 bikes located in key areas around the city, including at SETU, University
Waterford Welcome Ambassadors make welcome return to Waterford
The Waterford Welcome Ambassadors are back to offer a genuine and local céad míle fáilte to visitors to Waterford. After a two year hiatus, the Waterford Welcome Ambassadors are a welcome sight on the streets of the city and county. Welcome Ambassadors offer visitors all the local tips on the range of things there are to see and do as well as advising them on places to eat and how to get to the many spectacular locations and attractions throughout County Waterford. The Mayor of Waterford City and
Waterford City and County Council launches Waterford Digital Strategy for 2022-2026
The Waterford Digital Strategy was produced by Waterford City and County Council in collaboration with local and national stakeholders, and sets out the vision and key focus areas for the county for the next four years. The Waterford Digital Strategy aims to enhance the digital maturity of the county and mobilise its strengths to become a smart, inclusive, and innovative place to live, work and visit. The strategy will initiate, and support, the development of actions that lead to a connected and
Planning permission granted for new facility at The Haven Hotel
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Bord Pleanála has upheld the decision by Waterford City and County Council and has granted permission for the underground function room and associated works. We are already planning to start building in September/October 2023, with a scheduled opening in late spring 2024, 60 years after Jean and the late John Kelly opened the doors. We cannot thank our thousands of supporters enough - without you; this wouldn't be happening. It is an excellent day for Dunmore
Mount Congreve awarded over €1m additional funding under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD has announced €1,125,135 grant funding will be made available for the redevelopment and restoration of Mount Congreve Estate, in addition to €3,726,00 granted in 2019 under the Rural Regeneration & Development Fund (RRDF) and Project Ireland 2040. The additional funding has been welcomed by Waterford City and County Council. Michael Quinn, Director of Services for Economic Development, WCCC said the additional investment in Mount
Gala on the Greenway for Best of Waterford Awards 2022
The sun shone in Kilmacthomas on Thursday as the winners of WLR’s “Best of Waterford Awards 2022” were unveiled. Over the past six weeks, listeners across the city and county voted in their thousands on WLRFM.com, for their favourite local businesses, services and trades people across 13 categories. The shortlist was unveiled last week, and on June 9th, the overall category winners were announced at a ceremony in Coach House Coffee hosted by WLR’s Vinny Bradley and Mary O’Neill. The Best of
Waterford Hospice - Sunflower Days
If you missed our collection days, you can still support Waterford Hospice Sunflower Days by dedicating a sunflower in our Virtual Sunflower Remembrance Garden at www.togetherforhospice.ie/sunflowerdays throughout the month of June. Together for Hospice, The National Hospice Movement is the national fundraising body for 26 hospice and specialist palliative care providers nationwide and every euro raised locally, stays in locally.
Network Magazine - Issue 19
IN THIS ISSUE:Under the microscope - Professor Veronica Campbell, SETU's first PresidentSETU — a regional gamechangerSETU will establish the south east as the place of choice for talent and investmentCareer u-turn for brave TraceyWorking from Home and the Hybrid ChallengeSpring review with Waterford CouncilPTSB — Simple banking solutions for small businessesOfficeMaster takes on Promotive’s customer baseWaterford businesses committed to green agendaUrban Forest at Airport Business ParkFast fashion is no
Commercial Director appointed at Mount Congreve Gardens and Waterford Treasures
Mount Congreve Gardens and Waterford Treasures Museums are delighted to announce the appointment of Sara Dolan as its new Commercial Director. In this newly created position, Sara will play a pivotal role in delivering on the tourism attractions' growth agenda, ensuring the continued delivery of world-class visitor experiences while working alongside the attractions management teams to further elevate Waterford’s position on the domestic and global tourism map. Sara Dolan returns to her native
WDN InvincABLE Fitness Inclusion Award 2022
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Tramore Eco Group (TEG) launch Dunes Project
‘Death by a Thousand Cuts’ - Coastal Habitats in grave danger Tramore Eco Group (TEG) launched its dunes project with a ‘Vision Walk’ in an attempt to raise awareness of the urgent need to protect Tramore’s local and national treasure, the Sand Dunes. What is meant by the ‘thousand cuts’? It is the day-to-day, mostly human activities, such as trampling, dog walking, riding, camping and lighting fires, considered local and low impact, and therefore not raising concern. However, it is these repeated
Time to leverage University City opportunity says Waterford Chamber
As the South East Technological University (SETU) officially opens its doors on May 1st, Waterford Chamber welcomes the appointment of new President Prof Veronica Campbell, who brings a wealth of experience to the role. According to Gerald Hurley, CEO Waterford Chamber: “Prof Campbell brings vast experience in senior academic and management roles in higher education in Ireland and abroad and her particular background in cell biology, pharmacology and tissue engineering is most fitting in terms of research
Lunchtime clean-up on Earth Day
Waterford Chamber is asking all businesses to take part in their Lunch Time Clean-up as part of Earth Day on Thursday, April 22nd. The Great Global Clean-up is a worldwide campaign to remove billions of pieces of trash from neighbourhoods, beaches, rivers, lakes, trails, and parks — reducing waste and plastic pollution, improving habitats, and preventing harm to wildlife and humans. This program aims to continue clean ups every day of the year for a brighter, greener, and cleaner planet. Waterford Chamber
Portalis – exploring the earliest connection between Ireland and Wales
The €1.95 million project aims to raise awareness, protect shared cultural and natural heritage and support sustainable engagement, establishing two new experiential tourism and cultural cross-border networks. Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT)’s School of Humanities leads a new transdisciplinary pilot project exploring the earliest connection between Ireland and Wales. Portalis maps the story of the first human journey between Ireland and Wales dating back to the Mesolithic period, in the context of
Network Magazine - Issue 15
IN THIS ISSUE:Chamber of the Year 2021Riding High: Season of all seasons for Team De BromheadWhy Waterford is working for everyone10 top-rated tourist attractions this summerConnecting Business and EducationNot too big, not too small – Waterford is perfectly sizedFrom Waterford to the World with WaltonAward Winning Architecture and InteriorsCybersecurity advice from Radius TechnologiesThe benefits of volunteeringSkillnet 2021 Graduate Accelerator ProgrammeBusinesswomen win the day!An August Spraoi
Network Magazine - Issue 10
We are delighted to publish our first issue of 2020. In this issue: Grace O'Sullivan MEP on the Waterford Green Deal A Fresh Look at Waterford RetailSummary of supports available to SMEsBuilding a Greener WaterfordStyling the Future of RetailHealth & Safety Advice for Employers and ManagersNational award nominations for Chamber5 things companies can do to make themselves greenerBite-Size NewsPlus much more...Read online at https://issuu.com/waterfordchamber/docs/network_-_issue_10
