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Cork Financial Advisory Company Alpha Wealth Celebrates 10-Year Business Milestone

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy April 12, 2024

This April, Cork financial advisory company Alpha Wealth celebrates 10 years of providing impartial, personalised financial advice to individuals, families, and companies across Ireland. Founded by Nick Charalambous in 2014, Alpha Wealth’s client base has expanded to over 4,000 over the past decade. Each receives tailored advice to meet their financial goals, including asset management, retirement planning,…

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RED TAPE MUST BE REMOVED TO ALLOW MORE BANKS OPERATE IN IRELAND AND CUT COSTS FOR CONSUMERS

Latest NewsBy April 10, 2024

Irish consumers should have access to more banks from across Europe which would cut costs and bring more competition into the market. This is according to Ireland South nominee in the upcoming European elections, John Mullins. John is the former CEO of Bord Gais and former Chair of the Port of Cork. He founded renewable energy…

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President Michael D. Higgins presented Government Ministers with their seals of office at a ceremony in Áras an Uachtaráin

Latest NewsBy April 10, 2024

On Tuesday evening President Michael D. Higgins presented Government Ministers with their seals of office at a ceremony in Áras an Uachtaráin which was followed by the first cabinet meeting of the new Government led by An Taoiseach Simon Harris TD, An Tanaiste Micheál Martin and members of the new cabinet.

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Milestone for MTU as topping out of new Learning Resource Centre takes place on Bishopstown Campus

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy April 9, 2024

The new Learning Resource Centre will provide teaching and learning space for 1,000 students and 70 staff and will expand MTU’s portfolio of programmes and services. The building is due for completion in summer 2025. The project is part of the Department of Higher and Further Education, Research, Innovation and Science’s Higher Education Public…

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Minister Foley announces €8.9 million in funding for primary, post-primary and special schools in Cork

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy April 8, 2024

Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has today announced €8.9 million in funding to support digital learning in schools and minor building works in Cork. €50 million in grant funding for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) will issue shortly to all recognised primary and post-primary schools across the country, while a separate €29 million in…

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Shortlists announced for the Lord Mayor’s Community and Voluntary Awards 2024

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy April 4, 2024

The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Kieran McCarthy this week announced the shortlisted organisations for Cork City’s Lord Mayor’s Community and Voluntary Awards 2024. This year sees the 21st anniversary of these awards, co-sponsored by The Echo/Echolive.ie, media partners since it’s inception. Speaking at the announcement the Lord Mayor praised the work of all organisations,…

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Tips for Businesses Considering Solar Panels: A Guide by David Meaney, Director of Growth at Swyft Energy

Ask the Expert, Business / Community Support, Engineering & Construction Supplies, Engineering / Construction / Development, Interviews, Latest NewsBy April 2, 2024

In the pursuit of sustainable practices and energy efficiency, many businesses are turning their gaze towards the transformative power of solar panels. As the Director of Growth at Swyft Energy, Ireland’s leading Commercial Solar PV company, David Meaney shares valuable insights and tips for businesses contemplating the adoption of solar energy. Understand the Financial Benefits…

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Spike Island daily sailings return – just in time for families this Easter!

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy March 28, 2024

Spike Island has launched its new sailing schedule in time for Easter with the return of daily sailings to the historic former prison island. Visitors of all ages now have the chance to visit the iconic fortress in the heart of Cork Harbour every day from 12pm. The 104-acre island provides a perfect…

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The winners of the Passoã Hair and Beauty Awards 2024

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy March 26, 2024

Last Sunday, 24th March, marked the celebration of the leading businesses in the hair and beauty industries in Ireland. Over 500 guests attended the Passoã Hair and Beauty Awards 2024, organised by Hi Style. Taking place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, in Little Island, Cork, the ceremony was presented by Amanda Brunker and Deric Hartigan.…

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Bank of Ireland warns about false articles online

Business / Community Support, Latest NewsBy March 19, 2024

Bank of Ireland is warning about an increasing number of false articles appearing online designed to defraud consumers through fake financial products, investments or cryptocurrency schemes. The articles appear like news articles from genuine media outlets, but are false advertisements that fraudsters are paying for online. The advertisements feature fabricated news stories with claims about…

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