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Coole Park and Thoor Ballylee! The magic of the Autumn Gathering is to bring people together from all corners of the world - to listen and learn, laugh and share, with academics and artists, locals, historians and literary figures; to meet descendants of Lady Gregory and Yeats, renew friendships and make new friends – all enjoying and celebrating the prominent role of Lady Gregory in shaping the theatrical, poetic and cultural life which thrives today.

The board of the Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB) has announced the formal appointment of Tom Grady as the chief executive (CE) of MSLETB. This decision reflects Grady’s outstanding leadership and dedication during his tenure as acting chief executive since 2018.

Up to 30 concerned business owners and representatives met at a private meeting in Galway city this week to discuss crime and policing issues in the city centre.

Coole Park and Thoor Ballylee! The magic of the Autumn Gathering (to be held this year from September 30 – 1 October 1) is to bring people together from all corners of the world - to listen and learn, laugh and share, with academics and artists, locals, historians and literary figures; to meet descendants of Lady Gregory and Yeats, renew friendships and make new friends – all enjoying and celebrating the prominent role of Lady Gregory in shaping the theatrical, poetic and cultural life which thrives today.

The Small Firms Association (SFA) National Small Business Awards 2024 were this week officially launched by awards patron, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of this awards programme which celebrates the achievements of small businesses in Ireland and to recognise the vital contribution of the small business community to the Irish economy.

As the season changes, we naturally gravitate towards the cosy sanctuary of our homes.

The loss of 120 of pubs in Galway since 2005, including 20 closures last year, is just the beginning warns Chair of County Galway Vintners, Cllr Joe Sheridan, as rising taxation and lack of support from the State has endangered a cornerstone of Ireland - the rural pub.

When it comes to dining etiquette, there are a few golden rules we should all be aware of, and others we can keep up our sleeve for a more formal occasion. But as a society, have we forgotten the basics? According to Robert Bowe, Ashford Castle’s restaurant and wine mananger, being aware of proper dining etiquette can really add to the overall meal experience and even help people feel more comfortable in these types of social situations.

A major tourism conference, complete with guest speakers, Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty, former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, UN Special Advisor Anita Mendiratta and Minister for Tourism, Deputy Catherine Martin, will take place in the Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone on Monday, September 18.

This year’s Galway Cartoon Festival promises to be the biggest and best yet, with international exhibitions, fascinating talks, public interviews, film screenings, art trails, workshops and competitions taking place around the city from September 29 to October 4.