Oughterard woman’s book a personal pilgrimage

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Memories of a blessed childhood in Connemara and a family steeped in west of Ireland prompted Amelia Joyce to publish her first book at the age of 80. A mix of guidebook and personal journey, at the heart of My Connemara Journeys is Amelia’s undying passion for Connemara.

The work of Galway Simon is never done

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

The Galway into which Galway Simon was born four decades ago was much different from the one of today. Back then, the city was just throwing off the shackles of a market town; its foray into the process of becoming a centre of art and culture still in its diapers. At the time, Galway was still a magnet for those drawn west by the setting sun and hopes of a different life.

It was a town in which the concept of homelessness was a million miles from what it is now. Back then, terms such as down and outs, vagabonds, street alcoholics abounded; the concept of skid row was often a badge, especially in a town like Galway. New historical research being undertakn by Tom Kenny on behalf of Galway Simon for a forthcoming publication highlighted this perception that existed.

Fundraiser concert for Fionnula

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Well known and popular Salthill lady, Fionnula Thornton, will be hosting a fundraising concert and disco next Thursday in the Oslo Bar and Microbrewery, Salthill.

Performers include Matt Keane, Johnny Ringo McDonagh, Jared AlMajar (aka Gerry Mullholland), Mary and Greg Cotter, Bernie O’Mahony, Martin Dunne, Tony Kelly, Ann Kirrane, Deirbhile Ni Bhrolchain, Moloney Family, Liam Lewis, Gerry Hanley, Pat Eade, Dave Larkin, and Peter Brown as well as DJ Mike Larkin for the disco.

Tourism boost as Ryanair launches new service from Cologne to Ireland West Airport

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Ireland West Airport welcomed the first scheduled service from Cologne with Ryanair to the West of Ireland when the flight landed last weekend.

Galway Chamber award Honorary Life Membership to ‘Queen of Galway’ Mary Bennett

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

A woman who never wastes an opportunity to point out the attributes of Galway at home and abroad was this week honoured by Galway Chamber when they added her to a select club.

Former international says parents should use Women’s World Cup to create new role models for young girls

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

With the FIFA women’s World Cup kicking off in France tomorrow (Friday) afternoon, a former Irish international player who played in the UEFA Champions League for Galway in 2009 is calling on more Galway girls to tune in, get informed, and identify international stars who can be their role models.

Award winning children’s fitness RINKA opens in Claregalway

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Awardwinning children’s fitness franchise RINKA has opened in Claregalway with exciting cretaive workouts available for children aged 3-5.

Full STEAM Ahead for children with a Designer Minds Primary Science, Design & Technology Summer Camp

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Designer Minds, Ireland’s largest and most exciting STEAM camp, aims to inspire primary girls and boys to develop a passion for all areas of the STEAM educational framework ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths).

Aslan to play Race Week concert at Galmont Hotel & Spa

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

The Galmont Hotel & Spa has announced that legendary rock band, Aslan will headline a concert as part of its exciting programme of activity this Galway Racing festival. Playing live at The Galmont Hotel & Spa on Saturday August 3, Aslan’s exclusive set will mark the culmination of an unmissable week of entertainment and events being hosted in the hotel across Galway Race Week 2019.

Were you part of the origins of Galway as a ‘digital’ and ‘global village?’

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Former employees of electronic manufacturing operations such as Northern Telecom and Digital Equipment Corporation as well as those who worked or studied in information technology, telecommunications and the computer retail sector in Galway during the 1970s/1980s are requested to attend a gathering at the Insight Centre for Data Analytics of the Data Science Institute, NUI Galway in the Dangan Business Park at 8pm on Tuesday June 11.

Tuam rail-path another sign ‘writing’s on the wall’ for return of trains, says Cannon

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

An East Galway TD has welcomed news that a pathway is to be installed across the railway line at Vicar Street in Tuam.

An Cheathrú Rua seeks name for language planning project

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

People in An Cheathrú Rua are being asked to suggest a name for the language planning project underway in the area.

One year on — the impact of the referendum comes into focus, says Galway for Life

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

One year on from repeal of the Eighth Amendment the cultural and human impact of that decision is quickly coming into focus.

According to information that has emerged from a Freedom of Information request, an estimated 10,000 abortions are expected to take place annually under the new law.

Communities across Galway to benefit from €18.5 million organisation fund, says Kyne

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Seán Kyne, Government Chief Whip, Aire don Ghaeilge, don Ghaeltacht agus do na hOileáin and Fine Gael TD for Galway West and Mayo South has said that communities in Galway will benefit from the €18.5 million funding that the Government has allocated to NGOs and civil society organisations.

Galway to go Atlantic blue for World Oceans Day this weekend

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

NUI Galway, Dunguaire Castle in Kinvara, Port of Galway, GMIT Letterfrack, Galway Atlantaquaria, Galway Bay Boat Tours, Murphys Ice Cream, and the Marine Institute are among the local buildings joining in the national Go Atlantic Blue initiative this weekend to mark World Oceans Day on Saturday.

Mojofest takes place in NUI Galway this weekend

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Mojofest, the annual mobile content creation festival, opens in Galway today with three days of events for marketers, journalists, communicators, and SMEs at NUI Galway.

UHG Mass of Remembrance to be held this Sunday

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

The Children’s Remembrance Day Committee at University Hospital Galway is inviting parents and their families who have experienced the death of a child before birth, shortly after birth, or at a later stage, to remember their loved ones at a special Mass of Remembrance.

It will take place on Sunday June 9 at the Holy Family Church, Mervue at 2.30pm. The theme of this year’s Mass is “Remembering” and the guest speaker will be Caroline Flaherty.

Three-year Healthy Galway City Strategy aims to improve physical and mental health and wellbeing

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

The Healthy Galway City Strategy 2019-2021, launched this week, aims to ensure Galway is a city where everyone can enjoy physical and mental health and wellbeing to their full potential, where wellbeing is valued and supported at every level of society, and where responsibility for health and wellbeing is shared and supported.

Galway company launches four day working week

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

When Forbes asked the question in March this year, is it time for a four day working week? The world took notice and one Galway company took action.

Tense council meeting expected after tables turned on FF/FG coalition plans

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Tension will be high at tomorrow’s (Friday’s) inaugural meeting of Galway City Council after a weekend of drama which saw a grouping of Independents, Greens, and Labour combine to thwart plans by Fianna Fail and Fine Gael to take control of the council.

With five Fianna Fail councillors and three Fine Gael councillors elected in last week’s City Council elections, it was expected that this grouping together with a handful of others would be sufficient to seize control of the 18-seat council for the next five years.

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