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On September 3, 1939 at 11am, many Galwegians listened to the British prime minister’s broadcast declaring war on Germany. Very early the following morning, the following dramatic radio message came through to the Harbour Office. “Norwegian Motor Vessel Knute Nelson picked up 450 shipwrecked people, proceeding Galway. Due tomorrow morning, Tuesday 5th. Please arrange tender for landing same. Also notify pilot on Aran Islands. Please have medical supplies ready, From Master, September 4th”.

Four students representing the Galway International Hotel School at the GMIT have been selected as the outright winners of the 37th Irish Hospitality Institute National Hospitality Business Management Game 2022.

Career criminals who repeatedly commit burglaries should get ten-year minimum sentences, according to one local councillor.

The Government is “not coming close” to fulfilling its legal obligations to protect the right of children to access therapeutic interventions, particularly in the areas of assessment and diagnosis.

A total of 1,620 new electric cars were registered in February, which is more than double the number registered during the same month last year (805), according to new figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

After a strong start to Q1, Toyota has maintained its position as Ireland’s best-selling car brand for 2022 to date.

Ford has unveiled its next-generation Ranger Raptor, which it says offers more power, more capability and more technology.

From rugby professional to e-mobility warrior, Peter Bracken is used to tackling tough challenges. The former Ireland, Connacht, and Galwegians rugby player, who also won a European Champions Cup medal with Wasps, has become a passionate advocate of electric cars since his retirement from the game in 2006.

SuperValu is calling on Galway’s budding food and drink producers to join this year’s Food Academy Programme. This is a huge opportunity for those who have a fantastic idea for a food or beverage product but need support from experts in the industry to launch their business.

Craghoppers is known for innovation, technology, and sustainability in its ranges. With highly breathable and waterproof jackets, lightweight insulating mid-layers, and anti-insect technologies along with recycled materials, the new styles and refreshed old favourites will be a hit this summer and make Craghoppers an ideal partner for your adventures on the Wild Atlantic Way or your daily walk.