There has been much and just concern expressed in Waterford following the announcement that 36 jobs are to be lost from due to...
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Council’s role in saving a national brand name
Council’s role in saving a national brand name
In the past week, there has been some criticism directed towards Waterford City Council with respect to the public procurement...
Taoiseach’s visit to Waterford a success
Taoiseach’s visit to Waterford a success
We have just finished John Downing’s ‘The Unlikely Taoiseach’, a profile of Enda Kenny and noted his Waterford connection, given...
Welcome changes at GAA Congress
Welcome changes at GAA Congress
The new rules which will, we hope, bring about improved discipline in Gaelic Football, represent a welcome departure for the...
Youth Employment: Europe takes action
Youth Employment: Europe takes action
We run the risk of losing an entire generation to the grip of long-term unemployment – that’s what a well placed Waterford...
Household tax is very unpopular
Household tax is very unpopular
The new household tax is very unpopular and could put many government TD seats at risk in next election. How the tax is...
Off-licence levy plan by Fianna Fail
Off-licence levy plan by Fianna Fail
Fianna Fail is planning a special levy on off-licences to combat suicide prevention. This proposed 7.5 per cent levy could lead...
Hospital Campaign
Hospital Campaign
The strength of feeling over the hospitals issue is still very strong. Last Saturday, once again, there was a large march in...
Britain’s uncertain future within the EU
Britain’s uncertain future within the EU
The prospect of Britain leaving the European Union should its voters opt to leave after a Conservative-promised referendum in...
Storm gathers over Garda cuts
Storm gathers over Garda cuts
Around the country, there is great concern over the closure of 95 Garda stations, the vast majority being in rural areas such as...
Concern over closure of Garda Stations
Concern over closure of Garda Stations
Many rural communities are very concerned about the imminent closure of Garda Stations as a result of centralisation. Budget...
Please shop local this Christmas
Please shop local this Christmas
lease shop local this Christmas As we write this article, we’re awaiting the final details of yet another austerity Budget....
