The game Cead from Inis Meáin

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Cead, also known as cluichí le maidí (game with sticks) is an ancient, traditional game that is unique to Inis Meáin and played exclusively on St Patrick’s Day.

The change in American Politics: 1920-Present

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The rise of conservatism and fascism in the modern Western world has been a contentious topic for a long while. Fingers have been pointed every which way, with only one true nation to blame for this: America.

The history of Bearna

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Galway’s sprawling hills are home to innumerable stories from the past: centuries of people living in tough conditions where plants refused to grow on acidic soil, and strong winds and rain would chill you to the bone. Despite this unfavourable climate, a rich history can be found throughout the county, from ancient Celtic ringforts to scattered Famine villages.

Capillary Canal ways

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Galway’s canal ways are a lesser-known but historically significant part of the city’s development, reflecting its long relationship with trade, industry, and water management.

Aer Arann: What it did and why it mattered

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Aer Arann is an essential service and a link between the islands and the mainland has served the three islands, Inis Meáin, Inis Mór and Inis Oirr since 1970. Built in 1970 it is still in operation seven days a week, operating three flights a day between the three islands.

The River Corrib: Galway, The Bish and I

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

As a student of ‘The Bish’ in Galway and a rower who spends countless hours on the River Corrib, my love for the river has grown into something deeper than I ever expected. The Corrib isn’t just where I train; it’s where I think, reset, and feel most like myself.

From grassroots to green jerseys: The rise of Maree Oranmore FC

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Maree Oranmore FC (MOFC) was founded in early 2005 after a public meeting to discuss interest in forming a football club in the community.

Deiseanna Suimiúla agus Éagsúla le linn na hIdirbhliana

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Cuireann an Idirbhliain i gColáiste Chroí Mhuire réimse leathan de chúrsaí éagsúla agus tarraingteacha ar fáil a ligeann do dhaltaí rud éigin nua a thriail, a gcuid scileanna agus spéiseanna a fhorbairt, muinín a chothú agus scileanna fíorshaoil a fhoghlaim. Seo roinnt samplaí den obair atá ar bun:

Up-and-coming athlete one to watch

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Third Year Calasanctius College student David Frazer has stood out as an up-and-coming athlete, and is one to keep a close eye on going forward.

An raibh a fhios agat?

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Suíomh Choláiste Chroí Mhuire

In 1853, tógadh foirgneamh sa Spidéal ar a tugadh an “Nead”, seo an láthair ar a bhfuil Coláiste Chroí Mhuire lonnaithe inniu. Bhí sé mar aidhm ag an ionad seo an Protastúnachas a chur chun cinn.

Calasanctius College student achieves national and international success

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Calasanctius College Leaving Certificate student Conor Penney has enjoyed an outstanding run of success in athletics, establishing himself as one of Galway’s leading young sports stars.

Getting to know - Hildegarde Naughton

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

What inspired you to enter politics?
I volunteered for the People in Need fundraiser in Galway many years ago and that made me think that if I entered politics, I could help many people in Galway and right throughout the country.

I volunteered for the People in Need fundraiser in Galway many years ago and that made me think that if I entered politics, I could help many people in Galway and right throughout the country.

Scéalta ón Saol mar a bhí

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Tá an Bóthar Buí i gceartlár pharóiste an Chnoic, díreach taobh thoir de shéipéal an Chnoic agus cúpla céad slat siar ón siopa áitiúil, Siopa an Phobail.

History of Calasanctius College

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Originally a convent established after the Famine, Calasanctius College has provided education for local children since the 19th century.

'All Shook Up' - A Calasanctius College production

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

In October 2025, Calasanctius College students staged their annual musical, ‘All Shook Up’, a high-energy jukebox musical, based on Elvis Presley’s hit songs.

Oranmore Maree GAA One Club

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Last year, 2025, proved to be an extraordinary and historic year for Oranmore Maree GAA One Club, as the club achieved an unprecedented clean sweep of underage silverware across multiple codes.

Creativity Corner - Collection of pieces from Calasanctius College 'The Book 2025'

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Human Nature
By Tadhg Melia

'Our Living Scenes'

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

‘Our Living Scenes’ is an intergenerational initiative that Calasanctius College take great pride in. Each Transition Year group spends eight weeks working and chatting with senior members of the community who join us at school each Thursday.

The sinking of Caisleán Nua

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

On September 4, 1858, Caisleán Nua, a worn, wooden boat, typical of its time set out from Annaghdown with about 30 passengers, cattle and sheep heading for the livestock fair in Fairhill, Galway.

Why Transition Year is more than just the doss year

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

I wasn’t supposed to do Transition Year (TY), but I ended up doing it anyway. I had my mind set on getting out of school as soon as possible, and with the option of skipping TY, it seemed the most appealing choice.

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