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Local third-level rep says regional towns need supports to tackle rising accommodation costs
A 2016 report found an additional €1 billion a year would be needed to fund higher education by 2030.
May 3, 2022 16:05The Principal of Ballyhaise College has welcomed €3 million funding announcement
The Principal of Ballyhaise College has welcomed the €3m in funding that the education centre has received from the Department of Agriculture.
Feb 26, 2022 11:02'Harder' Irish exam for students in Gaelscoileanna could hamper local progress
The idea of the L1 exam has been criticised locally.
Dec 15, 2021 15:12Monaghan student "just drained" from 280km daily round trip to college
The lack of any suitable or affordable accommodation means Jamie has to travel at least four hours driving daily to attend classes.
Oct 23, 2021 09:10Monaghan student says mixed format of Leaving Cert should be retained
Minister Norma Foley says plans for next year will be kept under review.
Sep 3, 2021 13:0940 million euro North-South Research Programme welcomed by local TD
TD Brendan Smith has called for greater connections to be struck between colleges and institutions in Cavan and Monaghan and their counterparts in the north.
Jul 11, 2021 08:0739 local students to receive Leaving Cert results today
Nearly 40 percent of Leaving Cert students are getting higher grades from the deferred exam, than they were offered in predictive grades. More than 2,
Feb 2, 2021 07:02Monaghan councillors want students and parents offered a rebate for accommodation
Monaghan councillors want to see students and parents offered a rebate for accommodation. The motion was originally made by Wexford County Council, who are seeking
Jan 14, 2021 13:01Local UCD student says move to online learning has affected the mental wellbeing of students
A local UCD student says the move to online learning has affected the mental wellbeing of students. Over 70% of college students want more on-
Dec 3, 2020 16:12NorthernSound Newsletter
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