The Regional Hospital under construction

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The National Library gave us this aerial photograph of the ‘Regional’ under construction in 1953. The foundation stone for the hospital was laid in 1949 by Dr Noel Browne, the Minister for Health. Just in front of it you can see the old Central Hospital. The building of the new involved the demolition of the rear wing of the old Central. Long-term patients in the Central were accommodated in temporary huts located in front of the building, an arrangement that allowed the Central to function more or less normally during construction.

GRETB hosts Celebration of the Arts

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) hosted its annual Celebration of the Arts at Galway Community College on Friday, March 20, bringing together students, staff and guests to celebrate creativity across the region.

Funding for over 40 ATU courses announced

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has announced Springboard+ funding for over 40 courses starting from September this year.

Under the Springboard+ Programmes initiative, ATU is offering more than 40 Springboard+ funded courses across its Galway, Mayo, Donegal and Sligo campuses. Applications opened on March 26.

Why Montessori Education matters more than ever

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Owner & Early Years Educator, Coole Montessori, Gort

MG launches Europe's first semi-solid-state battery

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Solid-state batteries have long been viewed as the pinnacle of the electric vehicle technology, with claims that a full charge can be achieved in around nine minutes.

Cupra launches used-car programme

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Cupra has launched its own approved used-car programme.

Every Cupra Approved Used vehicle undergoes a comprehensive inspection by trained technicians. The Cupra Approved Used programme spans the full model line-up, giving drivers access to a range of pre-owned models from petrol and diesel to plug-in hybrid and fully-electric.

From strangers to neighbours: Street Feast returns this May to help Ireland reconnect

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Neighbourhoods across the country are being invited to pull up a chair, share some?food?and say hello as Street Feast, Ireland’s national weekend of community lunches and gatherings, returns on Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24.

Galway camogie player who spent years with fatigue backs new campaign to promote importance of iron

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

A Galway camogie player who spent years struggling with extreme fatigue is backing calls for greater awareness of how low iron levels can impact female athletes.

Discover Europe's most popular river cruises

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

"If you ever felt you deserve a real treat you really should consider river cruising," says Annette Hynes of Fahy Travel who is just back from a conference on the SS Emilie in Amsterdam with Uniworld River Cruises. "It really is a ‘one of a kind’ experience."

Shannon Airport forecasts 132,000 Easter passengers as expanded summer 2026 schedule takes off

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Shannon Airport is preparing for a busy Easter period, with more than 132,000 passengers expected to travel through the airport, a seven per cent increase on the equivalent holiday period in 2025.

Enjoy a summer garden makeover that will last years with Colourfence

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The holy grail of fencing is having a fence that will transform a garden for the better, but when it comes to maintenance, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

Westside Library announces debs dress pop‑up sale

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Westside Library will host a debs dress pop?up sale on April 18, offering young people in the community a stylish, budget-friendly, and eco-conscious way to find their perfect debs dress.

The initiative encourages sustainability by giving pre-loved dresses a second life. Sellers are invited to drop off their gently used debs dresses at the library between April 10 and 17, during library opening hours. The library team will ask for some details about the dress and the suggested sales price.

Shortcuts to spring cleaning

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The clocks going forward last weekend marked the beginning of Summer Time. The stretch in the evenings with the noticeable lengthening of daylight tends to put a spring in our steps.

The Galway River, 1952

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

If you are in an aeroplane flying over a village or town, you get a fleeting impression of what that village looks like, but if one knows how to operate a very good camera while flying the aircraft, you might get a pin-sharp illustration of what that village looks like and how it is laid out. That is exactly what our pilot/photographer did in 1952 when he/she took this shot of the river from the Salmon Weir down to the Hygeia building.

Tertiary Degree Courses offer alternative route to higher education

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

With CAO applications increasing by 6.5 per cent this year, students are being encouraged to consider all available pathways into higher education and to have alternative options in place if their first choice does not work out. One option that is still not widely known among students is the tertiary degree programme, which is now available in locations across Ireland.

Junior Cycle students presented special Gaeilge awards

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

University of Galway has presented Special Gaeilge Recognition Awards to students who achieved a distinction in Higher Level Irish in their Junior Cycle examination.

‘Giving God a chance’

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Keith Kelly sat in a Mayo courtroom anxiously awaiting his fate. He was appearing before the local judge on 11 charges. His solicitor gave him little reason for hope, saying more than likely he would end up in prison.

Planning a Football Trip Around the Premier League Calendar

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

England offers one of the most compelling sporting journeys in the world through the Premier League, a competition that brings together historic clubs, passionate supporters and stadiums filled with decades of football tradition. For travellers who wish to experience English football in person, planning a trip around the league calendar becomes an essential step. Understanding how matches are scheduled and how supporters organise their visits allows us to transform a simple football match into a memorable cultural experience.

Funding awarded for STEM through Irish at University of Galway

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

University of Galway has been awarded €268,000 by Taighde Éireann to lead a national initiative to advance STEM engagement through Irish.

GRETB Open Day draws over 2,000 attendees

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

On Tuesday, March 10, the GRETB Open Day at the Galmont Hotel proved an outstanding success, bringing together more than 2,000 attendees including over 30 schools and over 60 stands for a dynamic celebration of learning, skills development and community partnership.

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