Author: Allen Meagher

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Spuds overhead in Galway city after Minister opens roof garden

Spuds overhead in Galway city after Minister opens roof garden

Posted by | Nov 6, 2025 |

Spuds are now growing overhead after the official opening on October 20 of Galway City Partnership’s rooftop balcony garden on the Headford Road.
Situated high above Lidl and with a commanding view of the Corrib and across the city, the roof area has been transformed into an urban oasis of tasty and organic vegetables, including carrots, broccoli, spinach and spuds and a variety of herbs and salads. There is even a fig tree in the rooftop greenhouse.

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Minister Buttimer appalled by Gaza deaths and concerned for Irish volunteers in Israeli custody

Minister Buttimer appalled by Gaza deaths and concerned for Irish volunteers in Israeli custody

Posted by | Oct 2, 2025 |

Jerry Buttimer, the Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, today addressed the situation that community worker Sarah Clancy and other Irish citizens who have been detained by Israeli authorities while attempting to sail to Gaza find themselves in. He said international law applies to all of us, including Israel, and expressed concern for Sarah and others.

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Minister Jerry Buttimer opens “In Our Words” social inclusion event in Athlone

Minister Jerry Buttimer opens “In Our Words” social inclusion event in Athlone

Posted by | Oct 2, 2025 |

SICAP beneficiaries and community voices took centre stage today in celebrating the achievements of the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) at a showcase event opened by Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Jerry Buttimer.

Almost 250 delegates from Local Development Companies, City and County Councils, the Community and Voluntary sector and national representative organisations were in attendance.

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Clare women plan to “rock the system” and “change the story”

Clare women plan to “rock the system” and “change the story”

Posted by | Sep 18, 2025 |

The Clare branch of Women’s Collective Ireland (WCI) fresh from a successful open day, held yesterday, now invites women from across the Banner County to connect with their project, to explore upcoming training and events, and to discover how to get involved in empowering women across the county.

One of the empowering upcoming initiatives is a new practical training programme called ‘Rock the System: Women Changing the Story’ which begins on October 8th, running for eight weeks. A free course, it promises a blend of in-person, field trips and online experiences.

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