Radiology works at Portiuncula to be completed by spring

Thu, Nov 26, 2020

The works to the radiology department at Portiuncula University Hospital are due to be completed by late February 2021. Prequalification documentation is due to be published on etenders for the main construction works to deliver the new 50 bed ward block in early January 2021.

Local scientist calls for decade of concerted effort to enhance understanding of the deep seas

Thu, Nov 26, 2020

Professor Louise Allcock, Head of Zoology and Director of the Ryan Institute’s Centre for Ocean Research and Exploration at NUI Galway, is part of an international team of scientists who have called for a dedicated decade-long programme of research to greatly advance discovery in the remote regions of the deep seas and learn how they impact the wider ocean and life on the planet.

Just Transition project funding in Galway will help create jobs says Dolan

Thu, Nov 26, 2020

Funding for projects approved under the Just Transition Fund in Galway will help create sustainable job opportunities and benefit in communities, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Shop online at Galway Hospice Christmas Market

Thu, Nov 26, 2020

Shop local at the Galway Hospice Virtual Christmas Market, running online from Thursday 26th - Sunday 29th November.

Galway Chamber — flying the flag for the west

Wed, Nov 25, 2020

In its 230th year, Galway Chamber has seen its fair share of emergencies, wars, recessions, all challenging them in their different ways. But perhaps nothing has impacted as much as the current pandemic. But in adversity, there is opportunity, and the Chamber has stepped into the role of minder, mentor, and protector of all the businesses not just in the city, but in the region.

File sent to DPP after major drugs haul in city

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Gardai in the city have sent a file to the director of public prosecutions following a major seizure of drugs and cash in the city.

Use drones to combat illegal dumping says Cheevers

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Using drones to identify people carrying out illegal dumping could prove an effective way for the Galway City Council to combat this major problem.

Miller's Lane can be more than just soccer pitches, says Connolly

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Millers Lane should not just be soccer pitches, but has the potential to be a recreation space for the entire local community, according to Cllr John Connolly.

Bia Innovator Campus calls for expressions of interest

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Bia Innovator Campus (CLG) has confirmed this week that it is on course to start welcoming food companies to the campus in January, and is calling on businesses to register their interest in the facility by November 27. The campus will hold its official opening in summer 2021.

Patients asked to attend hospital alone and to wear masks

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

All patients attending the local public hospitals are asked to attend the facilities alone, except in exceptional circumstances.

Galway RNLI Lifeboat rescues swimmers off Silverstrand

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Two people cut off by the high tide near Blackrock on Galway Bay on Sunday were rescued by Galway RNLI Lifeboat.

Galway epidemiologist who survived Covid seeks non-hospitalised survivors’ stories

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

An epidemiologist at NUI Galway who contracted Covid 19 earlier this year is appealing for people who have tested positive in the last week or so but who have not been hospitalised, to contact her as part of a major study into the lingering symptoms of the infection.

Drug reform must be on the political agenda

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Drug reform is an important conversation that is happening in households and social circles, but one that politicians seem afraid to touch. Ireland has a long path to go on drug reform.

More than 38,000 premises in Galway set to receive high-speed fibre broadband in 2021

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

More than 38,000 premises in Galway are set to receive high-speed fibre broadband in 2021, with National Broadband Ireland crews having begun initial works in townlands outside the city.

Galwayman’s crusade for young people to maximise their potential captured in new book

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

I am tempted to weigh the latest book by Galwayman Paul Kilgannon, because it is a truly remarkable tome. Its name may be Be The Best You Can In Sport - but it is the second headline that sums it up. “A book for Irish youth.”

More than €3 million will be invested in Galway schools in coming weeks

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

At least €3.38 million will be invested in Galway’s schools in the coming weeks under the Minor Works Grant Scheme, which will see every school in the city and county receiving funding.

Galway’s biographer to the stars presents fascinating tale of Paddy Cole

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Galway writer Tom Gilmore, who is fast building a reputation as the biographer of top music stars has added another to his literary stable with his new book King of the Swingers, the official biography of the great Paddy Cole.

Rise in numbers seeking pandemic payment in Galway 'concerning'

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

An additional 340 people in Galway opened a claim for the pandemic unemployment payment in the last week, a situation one TD has described as "concerning".

Covid-19 lab test equipment for UHG delivers quicker test results

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

The laboratory at Galway University Hospitals has begun Covid-19 testing using a new high-throughput molecular PCR machine. The new equipment will enable the laboratory to process up to 500 swabs from patients per day, with a turnaround of approximately three hours per batch.

Online networking event to identify ways charities can continue in 2021

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

Community fundraisers in Galway are being invited to take part in an online networking event to identify ways of ensuring community groups and charities are able to continue their activities in 2021.

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