St. Flannan’s College Expansion Could Become National Model for Rapid Builds
The first phase of a significant expansion of the historic St. Flannan’s College campus in Ennis, County Clare, will be completed in time for the beginning of the next school semester in September. The 2,500 sqm development comprises special educational needs (SEN) facilities and general educational spaces, including classrooms, science rooms, and a construction studies room. The expansion of Munster’s largest school is supported by the Department of Education and is regarded as a prototype rapid build project, which could be replicated elsewhere throughout Ireland. In a unique cross-school partnership, the 297 students of Knockanean National School will be accommodated at the new St. Flannan’s development from September until their approved new national school is delivered. Approval has already been granted for the new development, which will consist of a two-storey building on the site of the existing primary school. Fr. Iggy McCormack, Principal of St. Flannan’s College, said the…
Preserving the Past: Abbeygormican Project Earns National Acclaim
A landmark restoration project dedicated to preserving centuries of archaeological and architectural heritage at Abbeygormican in East Galway has earned national acclaim at the prestigious Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Awards.
“Taste the Atlantic” at Ireland’s longest running slow food festival
Ireland’s longest-running slow food festival returns this Sunday, taking place in the heart of the Burren, County Clare, from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Fire Officers back new Urban Search and Rescue hubs for Cork, Dublin, Galway and Laois
A government plan to establish four new Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) regional hubs in Galway, Cork City, Dublin, and Laois has received unanimous support from Ireland’s Chief Fire Officers.
County Galway Joins Nationwide Africa Day Celebrations
County Galway will celebrate Africa Day 2025 in Tuam from 2.00pm to 5.00pm on Saturday 17 May as part of an annual worldwide celebration of the people, cultures, and potential of the African continent.
Michael Cusack Heritage Centre Welcomes Dr. Mary McAleese as Honorary Patron
Former President of Ireland Dr. Mary McAleese has been officially announced as Honorary Patron of the Michael Cusack Heritage Centre, the birthplace of the founder of the GAA.
Burren and Cliffs Explorer shuttle bus service launches
A new hop-on, hop-off shuttle bus service connecting towns, villages, and top visitor attractions across North and West Clare has been officially launched. The free Burren and Cliffs Explorer is a joint initiative of Clare County Council and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), supported by Fáilte Ireland, and is available for online bookings. Running as a pilot project from May 1 to August 31 — with the possibility of an extension into September — the service links destinations including Ballyvaughan, Corofin, Carran, Kilfenora, Doolin, Liscannor, and Lahinch. It also stops at key hubs like Lisdoonvarna and Miltown Malbay, where free parking is available. Passengers have easy access to some of the region’s best-known attractions, with the service stopping off at the Burren National Park, the Cliffs of Moher Experience, Aillwee Burren Experience, Poulnabrone, Michael Cusack Heritage Centre, The Burren Visitor Centre, and Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations.…
CFOA’s Galway conference to explore future fire service innovations
The Irish Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) has announced it will host its annual Conference and Fire Technology Exhibition at the Salthill Hotel in Galway on 7-8 May.
Galway County Council announces 44 new affordable homes in Athenry
Galway County Council has announced plans to deliver 44 new affordable homes in Athenry, County Galway.
Craggaunowen Under Siege This Bank Holiday Weekend
Craggaunowen will echo to the sound of clashing steel this May Bank Holiday Weekend (Saturday, 3 May, and Sunday, 4 May) as fearsome Norse warriors take over the historic County Clare site, transforming it into a bustling Viking village.