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Get ready to celebrate Fingal’s rich heritage during National Heritage Week 2023 from August 12th-20th. There are a wide range of events taking place in Fingal including walks, talks, tours, exhibitions and more. National Heritage Week, is a nine-day celebration of Ireland’s natural, built and cultural heritage and aims to promote awareness of our heritage, […]

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Explore Living Heritage This Heritage Week in Kildare

By Ryan Harmon 10 August 2023

Heritage Week 2023 which takes place in Kildare and nationwide from Saturday 12th to Sunday 20th August, will showcase the joy, diversity and accessibility that can be found within the county’s rich heritage. As a nation of storytellers, all of our heritage is linked to stories of people, places, moments and things. Events taking place in Kildare […]

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Screen Ireland Launches Audience Development Fund to Drive New Audiences to Irish Film

By Ryan Harmon 10 August 2023

As part of its stated commitment to audience development, Screen Ireland is launching an Audience Development Fund to drive new audiences to Irish film, animation and documentary. The new fund is open to a wide range of stakeholders for activities creating ambitious new film events which will drive audiences to Irish films. The objectives of the […]

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New Strategy Statement for Department of Rural and Community Development Launched

By Ryan Harmon 10 August 2023

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, published the Department of Rural and Community Development’s new Statement of Strategy. The Strategy sets out the vision and strategic goals that will guide the work of the Department over the period 2023 to 2025 as it continues to deliver on its mission to promote rural […]

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Fingal County Council’s Balbriggan Beach Festival Returns For Its 3rd Year

By Ryan Harmon 9 August 2023

The eagerly awaited Balbriggan Beach Festival, organised by the Fingal Sports Office, is set to return for its 3rd consecutive year on Thursday, August 20th 2023 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This highly anticipated event aims to foster a stronger bond within the local community while showcasing the rich array of sports and talents […]

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How Secondary Cities Can Compete with Superstar Cities

By Ryan Harmon 8 August 2023

Local universities, global connectivity and entrepreneurship can help secondary cities combat the geographic polarisation of innovation in superstar cities, according to new research being conducted in Trinity College Dublin and Ca’ Foscari University of Venice. Superstar cities like London, Dublin, Milan, New York and Bangalore have grown astronomically over the

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The Countdown is on for Heritage Week in Sligo

By Ryan Harmon 8 August 2023

National Heritage Week 2023 takes place this year from Saturday 12th to 20th August. A colourful range of events and projects celebrating all aspects of heritage will take place across County Sligo as communities, families, holiday makers and people of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to get out and explore their heritage. Heritage Week […]

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OPW Announces Special Literary Festival to Mark Garinish Island Celebrations

By Ryan Harmon 3 August 2023

Acclaimed Irish writer Cónal Creedon joined Head of Heritage at the Office of Public Works (OPW) Rosemary Collier on Garinish Island in West Cork for the launch of a unique literary festival which will take place on the Island this month. To mark the 70th anniversary since Garinish Island was bequeathed to the Irish state, […]

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Screen Ireland Announces Recipient Organisations of 2023 Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme

By Ryan Harmon 2 August 2023

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland has announced the 21 organisations awarded funding from the fifth round of the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme to deliver new skills development opportunities and initiatives to address priority areas for the Irish screen sector. For the 2023 round of Screen Stakeholders, applicants were asked to address at least one of eight priority […]

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New Murals Unveiled for Creative Places Athy Programme

By Ryan Harmon 1 August 2023

Following months of discussions, Creative Places Athy in collaboration with artists, businesses, the elected members of the Athy MD, and feedback from communities across Athy, has created two murals in the town, in response to a brief to represent the local waterways and heritage. The design concept supports Athy’s commitment to climate change, the importance […]

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Opening of a Digital Introduction to Irish LGBTQI+ History in Limerick

By Ryan Harmon 31 July 2023

Councillor Gerald Mitchell, Mayor of the City and County of Limerick, performed the official opening of ‘A Digital Introduction to Irish LGBTQI+ History’ in Limerick Museum. This exhibition is part of a collaboration between the National Museum of Ireland and the Local Authority Museums Network (LAMN) to share videos, photographs and archival collections which

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Clare County Heritage Plan 2023-2029 – Have Your Say

By Ryan Harmon 27 July 2023

Clare County Council are preparing the fourth Clare County Heritage Plan for the years 2023-2029. The Council are seeking your views on the key priorities and opportunities for Clare’s heritage over the next six years. The Heritage Plan will address natural, architectural, archaeological and cultural heritage. Why is Clare County Council Developing a Heritage Plan? […]

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Dublin Airport Community Fund Supports Youngballymun’s ‘Play Therapy’ Initiative

By Ryan Harmon 27 July 2023

Dublin Airport have announced Community Fund support for the ‘Play Therapy’ project in Ballymun, an initiative that resonates deeply with local friends, neighbours, and families. At Dublin Airport, the company understand the profound significance of projects that positively impact neighbours, friends, and families. ‘Play Therapy,’ powered by

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Treats on the Street for Cavan Calling

By Ryan Harmon 26 July 2023

A carnival of some of the country’s greatest street theatre, comedy, and circus shows will light up the centre of Cavan Town this Saturday, 29 July for the Cavan Calling Street Carnival. Running from 1pm – 6pm in the historic grounds of the Cavan Number 1 School, opposite the bus station, magic will be in […]

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Apocalypse Clown Wins Best Irish Film at 35th Galway Film Fleadh

By Ryan Harmon 26 July 2023

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland is delighted to congratulate all of the projects and filmmakers awarded at the 35th Galway Film Fleadh this year across feature film, documentary and shorts. The festival closed on Sunday, 16th July with its annual awards ceremony, where ‘Apocalypse Clown’ picked up the Best Irish Film award. Directed by George Kane and

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Major New Acquisitions Announced By IMMA and Crawford Art Gallery

By Ryan Harmon 25 July 2023

Minister Catherine Martin announced the acquisition of over 100 works of contemporary art to the National Collection. This was supported by an allocation of €1.5m from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) and the Crawford Art Gallery. The purpose of the award was […]

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Three New Initiatives to Support the Night-Time Economy

By Ryan Harmon 20 July 2023

The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, announced new initiatives for the Night-time Economy which includes a new pilot scheme, in partnership with the Arts Council, to help existing arts and cultural spaces open their doors to new late night activity, a €2 million capital grant scheme to support […]

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Cork County Council Launches Grant For Irish Language Events And Initiatives

By Ryan Harmon 20 July 2023

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn has announced the launch of a grant scheme aimed at providing financial support to groups and organisations involved in Irish language projects. Cork County Council has established the initiative to assist and promote Irish language events and initiatives throughout the county. The grant scheme is […]

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New Theatre in Trim to Be Named Swift Cultural Centre

By Ryan Harmon 19 July 2023

Fiona Lawless, Chief Executive of Meath County Council wishes to advise that Solstice Arts Centre will be undertaking the management duties of the new Theatre at Trim on behalf of the Council. The Theatre in Trim will operate under its own name, Swift Cultural Centre, reflecting both the importance of the acclaimed author of ‘Gulliver Travels’ […]

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Dublin City Council Luke Kelly Festival To Take Place In August

By Ryan Harmon 19 July 2023

Dublin City Council is delighted to present the Dublin City Council Luke Kelly Festival, which will take place this August 13th at Smithfield Square, Dublin 1. Taking place from 12pm right through to 6pm, this free festival promises to be a huge celebration of Dublin music legend Luke Kelly, through an engaging and entertaining […]

Celebrate Fingal’s Rich Heritage During National Heritage Week 2023

Explore Living Heritage This Heritage Week in Kildare

Screen Ireland Launches Audience Development Fund to Drive New Audiences to Irish Film

New Strategy Statement for Department of Rural and Community Development Launched

Fingal County Council’s Balbriggan Beach Festival Returns For Its 3rd Year

How Secondary Cities Can Compete with Superstar Cities

The Countdown is on for Heritage Week in Sligo

OPW Announces Special Literary Festival to Mark Garinish Island Celebrations

Screen Ireland Announces Recipient Organisations of 2023 Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme

New Murals Unveiled for Creative Places Athy Programme

Opening of a Digital Introduction to Irish LGBTQI+ History in Limerick

Clare County Heritage Plan 2023-2029 – Have Your Say

Dublin Airport Community Fund Supports Youngballymun’s ‘Play Therapy’ Initiative

Treats on the Street for Cavan Calling

Apocalypse Clown Wins Best Irish Film at 35th Galway Film Fleadh

Major New Acquisitions Announced By IMMA and Crawford Art Gallery

Three New Initiatives to Support the Night-Time Economy

Cork County Council Launches Grant For Irish Language Events And Initiatives

New Theatre in Trim to Be Named Swift Cultural Centre

Dublin City Council Luke Kelly Festival To Take Place In August

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