On Business Matters this week Chris Ashmore talks with Martin Hilferty of Orbit Security which has now been in business for over 30 years. From small beginners, the company has expanded considerably over the years, during which time there have been periods of growth, but also challenges. Martin also overcame a major health issue several […]
In this week’s programme the focus of attention is the Irish language and in particular how businesses in Letterkenny could reap the rewards by promoting it and using it to a greater extent. Recently, Líonra Leitir Ceanainn and Letterkenny Chamber came together to host a Give it a Go – As Gaeilge business breakfast event
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In this week’s programme, Chris Ashmore speaks with Dermot Doherty of Restex beds and furniture which is based in Letterkenny. Founded over 50 years ago by Terence Doherty, the company is now operated by Terence’s son Dermot, and is well known for its quality mattresses. Indeed, their luxury mattresses can not only be found in homes,
In this week’s Business Matters, Chris Ashmore has been speaking with Galway-based Joanne Sweeney about her new book which is called “AI Playbook – The strategic guide to AI for Marketing and Communications”. Joanne, who is from Downings, is well known to many of our listeners, having work in the Highland Radio newsroom for a
On Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore speaks with Jimmy Stafford, Bank of Ireland Area Operations and Risk Manager, about the changing face of banking, fraud, legislation about cash and ATMs, and his own career. A native of Cobh in Co. Cork, Jimmy outlines how he came to be in Donegal and his love for
In this week’s programme, Chris Ashmore speaks with the co-founder of a cyber security company based in CoLab in Letterkenny who was on a recent trade mission to the United States, and also to the CEO of .ie the national registry for over 300,000 domain names. First up we’ll hear from Newtowncunningham based Clare Ryan,
Works have been carried out to reinstate Glencar Roundabout after a number of safety concerns were raised. Cllr Donal Kelly recently raised the detoriation of the roundabout at a council meeting as the roundabout was non-existent and causing major issues for motorists in the area. Cllr Kelly says the works should make the area safer
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Letterkenny in Gardaí are investigating two separate incidents involving a garage in Ballyraine. The gate to the yard was forced open and entry was then gained to the garage between 6pm on on Thursday and possibly 1am to 2am or earlier on Friday. A BMW was stolen and later found burnt out in Kirkstown. On
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A man remains in hospital following an assault in Letterkenny. Gardaí in Letterkenny are investigating an assault that happened on the Port Road, across the road from Tobins Petrol Station in the early hours of Saturday June 18, at approx. 3.30am. A man was assaulted by two males who were unknown to him at
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The Letterkenny Foodbank, which is struggling to keep up with demand and has seen a drop in donations, is appealing for support. The foodbank currently needs imperishable goods and a new van for deliveries. Speaking to the Nine til Noon show, Fintan McGrath of Letterkenny Foodbank said the foodbank has not seen a let up
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Gardaí from the Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit say they’ve arrested a driver on suspicion of drug driving. Last night, a concerned member of the public contacted Gardaí in relation to the manner and speed at which a car was being driven on the outskirts of Letterkenny town. Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit responded to the call
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