The Tanaiste, Mary Coughlan, TD, dismayed Waterford’s business, academic and political leaders on Friday last when she...
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Can Government come up with initiatives?
Can Government come up with initiatives?
The economic malaise affecting the country does not seem to be lifting. This week we spoke to a local trader in cars. A new car...
Relief as Brett ends hunger strike
Relief as Brett ends hunger strike
The St Patrick’s Hospital hunger striker, Sean Brett, broke his fast and ended his protest on Wednesday afternoon much to...
City hosts ‘Innovate to Compete' national conference
City hosts ‘Innovate to Compete' national conference
Business leaders and entrepreneurs who want to get a competitive edge and boost their creativity in tougher economic times were...
Protest at St Patrick's Hospital
Protest at St Patrick's Hospital
It seems that the Health Safety Executive is determined to apply the new guidelines for the care of the aged in July. We wonder...
Public works
Public works
While all the worry about the public finances is about, the facts are that major jobs do need to be done. Some of this could be...
McGuinness talks sense
McGuinness talks sense
It seems that Kilkenny TD has had some rough treatment from our Taoiseach Brian Cowen. Open criticism is not allowed it seems...
Spraoi changes
Spraoi changes
It looks like the recession is not just hitting the economy but also the arts. With Spraoi breaking its festival into two...
WIT Director sees regional potential for ‘Slow Food'
WIT Director sees regional potential for ‘Slow Food'
WIT Director Kieran Byrne fondly recalled last year’s Terra Madre festival during a media briefing at the Cork Road campus...
Farmers direct sell solution
Farmers direct sell solution
We have read many concerned reports about how the drop in milk prices is hitting farmers hard. They also find that prices in...
Budget blow shocks people
Budget blow shocks people
The budget lived up to its terrible premonitions. Income levies, diesel tax rises and changes in mortgage relief have all made...
Splendid Rose Ball at Woodlands Hotel
Splendid Rose Ball at Woodlands Hotel
The Waterford Roses at the Rose of Tralee Gala Ball in the Woodlands Hotel on Saturday night last. The name of the Rose to...
