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MATCH-UP – 10 Minute Town Concept

By Jack Mullen
The MATCH-UP project aims to improve low carbon interchanges at local level to improve public transport by learning from our Interregional partners. The Southern Regional Assembly is delighted to release the MATCH-UP project 10 Minute Town Video and the MATCH-UP 10 Minute Town Framework full report which was inspired by learnings from the Interregional partners […]
Feature News

International Day of Non-violence

By Jack Mullen
The principle of non-violence — also known as non-violent resistance — rejects the use of physical violence in order to achieve social or political change. Often described as “the politics of ordinary people”, this form of social struggle has been adopted by mass populations all over the world in campaigns for social justice. The International […]
Environment Feature News

INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY

By Jack Mullen
WHAT IS INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY? International Coffee Day on 1 October brings together coffee lovers in a global celebration to share their love of coffee and support the millions of farmers whose livelihoods depend on it. WHAT IS THIS YEAR’S FOCUS? This year, the International Coffee Organisation is working to highlight the plight of coffee farmers, the threat […]
Environment News

Transport Emissions Result in an Exceedance of an EU Limit for Air Pollution in Dublin

By Jack Mullen
The EPA’s Air Quality Annual report shows that while Ireland’s air quality was generally good during 2019, there are concerning localised issues. There was an exceedance of the annual average nitrogen dioxide (NO2) EU limit value at one traffic monitoring location in Dublin city centre. Air pollutants were above the WHO’s guideline values for health […]
Business News

Your Ultimate Guide to Employee Experience (EX)

By Jack Mullen
Employee experience, why it matters and what it means for the business, this article provides insight to managing employee experience and the impacts this could have on your business. In this article we will be looking at: What is employee experience? The rise of employee experience The 5 stages of employee experience Employee experience environments […]
Culture News

DONEGAL BAY AND BLUE STACKS FESTIVAL

By Jack Mullen
20th Donegal Bay and Blue Stacks Festival Commences this Weekend Over the past 20 years, the Donegal Bay and Blue Stacks Festival – an initiative of Donegal County Council’s Culture Division – has supported artists and engaged communities throughout South and South West Donegal with the best of theatre, music of all kinds, arts for young […]
News

A National Day of Local Action

By Jack Mullen
Make Way Day is back for 2020 with 29 local authorities taking part in this year’s virtual campaign. This year we will not take to the streets due to Covid-19 but rather host a virtual meeting at 11 am on Friday 25th September where individuals and members of local disability and community groups will come together […]
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Culture Night 2020

By Jack Mullen
This Friday 18th September, Donegal County Council Culture Division is proud to present their 12th annual programme of events for Culture Night, the all-island public event that celebrates culture, creativity and the arts.  We invite people of all ages to take time out to explore the richness and joy of Irish culture and heritage. In response to […]
Culture News

Clare to Host a Reimagined Culture Night

By Jack Mullen
Friday, 18th September, from 4pm ­– late Clare’s cultural community will come together on Friday, 18th September, to showcase the very best the county has to offer. This year it will be in a reimagined way, with events online allowing audiences to connect through culture. Culture Night 2020 will see a myriad of cultural events […]
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ECAR INFRA

By Jack Mullen
We spoke to Stephen Farrelly and Amanda Farrelly about the future of EV charging infrastructure in Ireland. About ECAR INFRA Founded in Dublin in 2019 by a team with more than 25 years in business and electrical installation, ECAR INFRA was created to contribute to the much needed development of Ireland’s EV Charging Infrastructure. Market […]
Education News

Healthy Ireland at Your Library

By Jack Mullen
As part of the Healthy Ireland at your Library programme, Donegal Library Service is delighted to announce that David Coleman will be holding a talk on Dealing with anxiety in children and teenagers on Saturday 26th September at 11.00 am. Due to Covid-19 restrictions the event will be held via Facebook Live. To access this online event Donegal […]
Culture News

Nominate Your ‘Heritage Hero’

By Jack Mullen
Do you know of a person or group who have worked tirelessly to protect and promote heritage in your area?  If you do, then The Heritage Council wants to hear from you.  The public are invited to nominate who they feel deserves the ‘Heritage Hero’ award by completing the short nomination form on the Heritage […]
News

Show the love for #LoveDonegal day

By Jack Mullen
This Wednesday the 16th September will see the return of the #LoveDonegal day campaign, to once again showcase Donegal to a worldwide audience. The initiative, which is co-ordinated by Donegal County Council, will build on the huge success of last year’s campaign which reached an audience of 33 million people worldwide. Cllr Rena Donaghy, Cathaoirleach of […]
Feature News

Dublin: The 15 Minute City

By Jack Mullen
Dublin’s distinct communities, urban villages, and Georgian core are intrinsic to the city’s unique feel and atmosphere. However, Dublin needs ambitious andprogressive planning to become a world leader as a smart and sustainable city.By creating a 15 Minute City we can significantly enhance the liveability ofDublin. Reduced congestion and pollution, enhanced public spaces,