Climate and biodiversity motion to be debated by councillors in April

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

A motion proposing that 'Galway City Council declare a Climate and Biodiversity Emergency' will be debated next month.

Tune in to Galway's first international cello festival

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

A first Galway festival that celebrates the beauty of the cello starts today online.

West Ireland Bike Shop launches new website

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

To coincide with the long-awaited 2021 bike range, West Ireland Bike Shop has launched its new website westirelandbikeshop.ie.

Living life to the full

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

A special introductory course on mindfulness is being run in Connemara/Joyce country area next month.

Homeless charity praises students' inspirational initiative

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Two NUI Galway students have raised €1,729 for local charity Galway Simon Community through an innovative ‘Helping Haircuts’ initiative.

Felix O Murchadha and John Flannery spent 2020 fundraising and raising awareness to remove the stigma surrounding homelessness in Galway, but also wanting to do something practical, they provided free haircuts to men supported by Galway Simon’s services.

Diligent to locate state-of-the-art European hub at Bonham Quay

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Diligent Corporation, a leading modern governance company used by nearly 700,000 board directors and leaders worldwide, has announced Galway’s Bonham Quay as the location for its new European Hub. The company announced late last year that it was creating 200 local jobs in Galway as part of its long-term business strategy to drive international growth.

Public trust in Government grows

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

The public's trust in the Government soared last year as a result of its policies to improve income protection during the Covid-19 crisis, research from NUI Galway has revealed.

Galway’s young filmmakers make Irish final

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Three Galway students are among the finalists in Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year 2021.

Murtagh and Keogh prepare for Europe

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Galway oarswomen Fiona Murtagh and Aifric Keogh will be looking for more medals when they compete at the European Rowing Championships in Italy next month.

Extention granted for consultations on South Galway flood measures

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

South Galway residents have been granted an extension to continue consultations on proposed flood relief measures for the area.

An extra month has been allocated to allow one-to-one meetings to take place with landowners to ensure the preferred scheme is well understood and supported by local residents.

Galway schools selected for pilot education programme

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

A new arts education programme that explores creative thinking has been launched by Tulca Festival of Visual Arts and Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture.

Tea party fundraiser raises funds for COPE

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Much-needed funds for COPE's Galway domestic abuse service have been raised by a recent online tea party.

Spring auction on Saturday

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Aidan Foley will host the Galway Auction Rooms Antique Spring Auction on Saturday (March 27) at 11am.

Dream weddings can still come true at the Lough Rea Hotel and Spa

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

At the Lough Rea Hotel and Spa, a wedding is a wedding no matter the number of guests.

Affordable Live-in Homecare supports independent living

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Choosing the right care for relatives is an important decision. Everyone naturally wants the best quality care at an affordable price, but more importantly they want their loved one to be safe and happy…. and for most, no matter what age they are, there’s simply no place like home.

Garda briefs...

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Burglary
Sometime between 9am on Thursday March 18 and 9am on Friday March 19 one of the buildings attached to St Bridget’s Hospital, Ballinasloe was broken into and a circulation pump removed from the boiler house. The gardaí in Ballinasloe are asking anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously around St Bridget’s Hospital, Ballinasloe on Thursday night/Friday morning, anyone with any information or anyone who may have been offered this circulation pump for sale to contact Ballinasloe Garda Station on 09096 31890.

Council waives fees for outdoor dining licences

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

Galway City Council will not be charging restaurants and food outlets outdoor dining fees this year.

The council has agreed to waive fees for Tables and Chairs Licences for the hospitality sector to help businesses operate under social distancing guidelines as the sector reopens.

Sock Co Op - A Little Piece of Ireland for your Sole!

Fri, Mar 19, 2021

Sock Co Op designs unique and eye-catching unisex socks that celebrate the beautiful places and landmarks of Ireland and is causing waves all around the world.

Council must act now to push €63 million 'game changing' projects, says Cllr Eddie Hoare

Thu, Mar 18, 2021

An “exciting future” leading to the “transformation” of the city centre awaits Galway, but only if the €63 million in funding under the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund is “delivered in a timely manner.”

Blackrock diving tower in line for major renovation works

Thu, Mar 18, 2021

Blackrock diving tower could be in line for major renovation and enhancement works as City Hall is assessing submissions from consultants who are prepared to undertake the proposed works.

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