Henry Street playground to commemorate Galway City’s first female mayor

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Henry Street Playground was officially named last Friday in honour of former Mayor of the City of Galway, Mary Byrne (1917-2004) - who was the first female Mayor of Galway, and was also a resident of Henry Street.

Security to mind hospital patients do not have any clinical role, Health Forum told

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Security officers hired to observe patients at GUH are used to ensure that patients do not present a threat to themselves or others, this week’s HSE Regional Forum was told at Merlin Park.

‘We are paying the ultimate price’ says mother of Renvyle man killed in lorry crash

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

The mother of a 24-year-old Galwayman killed in a road collision has said her family is “paying the ultimate price” for the actions of a Donegal lorry driver whose dangerous driving led to her son’s death.

Clifden ALDI reopening is a special moment, says manager

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

ALDI’s Clifden store will reopen on July 3, after being closed for nearly six months due to damage caused by Storm Éowyn. Store Manager, Barbara Hehir tells us a bit about herself, her career with ALDI, and what makes the Clifden store’s reopening so special.

Parents rave about new Galway Summer Camp

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

“I have never seen her jump out of bed so enthusiastically in the morning”, says Emma O’Byrne from Limerick, and Emma is just one of a growing legion of parents lauding Ireland’s most creative summer camp.

Inspireland’s much-loved Art & Animation Camps are open to both kids and teens aged 8–18, are designed to create an environment and safe space where everybody is the hero. Their aim is to help young people connect through art and creativity. A creative tribe where all are welcome. Participants explore a wide range of activities including animation, comic art, character design, illustration, bookmaking, and more — all under the guidance of professional artists.The results are there to be seen in the high praise.

Claddagh Credit Union expands Connect Card Scheme

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Claddagh Credit Union has announced the continued growth of its popular Connect Card scheme, expanding its reach to include businesses in Athlone alongside those in Galway City and County.

Minders on the dancefloor as Warwick/Oasis site gets green light for nursing home

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

A certain age cohort across Galway which reminisces about youthful nights of abandon at the Warwick and Oasis can now rest easy that they may perhaps return one day… in their dotage.

HSE spending €35,000 a week on taxis for dialysis patients

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

THE HSE is spending in the region of €35,000 a week on taxis transporting dialysis patients to and from their treatment in GUH, the Regional Health Forum was told this week.

Site procurement process for Oughterard Primary Care Centre to commence this summer

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Plans for the proposed and much-needed Primary Care Centre in Oughterard will proceed this summer when the procurement process for the site commences.

Sales of former Ballygar and Aughrim health centres to be expedited

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

The former health centres at both Ballygar and Aughrim will be ready for sale on the open market this summer, the HSE Regional Health Forum was told this week.

New occupational therapy initiative welcomed by Parsons at health forum

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

A new initiative - POTTS (Partnering for Occupational Therapy Telehealth Services) starting first in Galway and Roscommon, to deliver occupational therapy supports for children aged 8–13 with Dyspraxia/DCD and related needs, has been welcomed at the Regional Health Forum by Cllr Evelyn Parsons.

Fulacht Fia 2025 serves up sunshine, gaeilge agus cairdeas

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

The beautiful gardens of the Ardilaun Hotel were the setting for Fulacht Fia Chairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge which took place on the one of the warmest days of the year. The Fulacht Fia was kindly sponsored by Cairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge: Stewart Construction, Galway Executive Skillnet, and KD Autoparts. Míle buíochas leo go léir.

ALDI to reopen refurbished store in Clifden after Storm Éowyn damage

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

ALDI Ireland has announced that it will reopen its store in Clifden, Co. Galway, which closed almost six months ago due to damage caused by Storm Éowyn on Thursday next, July 3. As well as the necessary repair works, the store has been fully refurbished to include the addition of a new in-store bakery and self-service checkouts. This move is part of ALDI’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality, affordable groceries and a vital place of employment to the people of Galway.

Nox Hotel Galway celebrates 10 years of exceptional service and comfort

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Nox Hotel Galway is proud to celebrate a significant milestone – 10 years in business, providing guests with an exceptional experience focused on comfort, relaxation, and the best night’s sleep possible. True to their name, which is derived from *NOX*, the Roman Goddess of the night, Nox Hotel has been delivering on its promise to be “all about the sleep,” ensuring every guest enjoys a restful and rejuvenating stay.

€34 million cash injection for med-tech sector

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

The west of Ireland’s status as a global leader in medical technology research and manufacturing received a €34 million boost today, Thursday, with the announcement of a new project to integrate academia, industry and commerce.

Galway Races Summer Festival launch party marks a stylish start to the season

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

The Galway Races held their annual Summer Festival Launch Party in the stunning new Radisson RED Hotel in Galway, setting the tone for what promises to be another unforgettable Galway Races Summer Festival - a week full of racing, fashion, and fun for all.

€1.7m paid to bus company to shuttle patients and staff between Merlin and UHG

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Over the past five years, the HSE has paid out €1.7m to private bus companies to operate the shuttle service that brings patients and staff between University Hospital Galway and Merlin Park University Hospital.

Council can’t build houses until water issues sorted – Cheevers

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Minister James Browne met a group of Fianna Fáil city and county councillors last week, where he was asked to expedite water infrastructure to encourage house building on the outskirts of Galway city.

Bank of Ireland installs new ATMs in Eyre Square as part of a €60m nationwide investment

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Bank of Ireland has begun the replacement of its entire ATM fleet (including both external and internal machines) as part of a €60 million investment in ATMs and branch improvements.

From Mass rock to a modern church

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

A new publication, Bearna na Forbacha – Worship through the Ages has recently been published by Salthill Men’s Shed and Community Heritage Group.

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