Galway Baytones to release their first album next week

Thu, Dec 15, 2016

For years, Galway’s best known a cappella singing group, the Galway Baytones have been entertaining the city and county at a variety of events benefiting charities and worthy causes.

Gift your #OneWish to Jigsaw Galway this Christmas and support young people’s mental health

Thu, Dec 15, 2016

Jigsaw Galway have launched their #OneWish Christmas appeal, which is asking people to share positive Christmas wishes and donate to their work, supporting young people experiencing difficulties with their mental health in Galway.

Include Galway in rent reform plans, say Social Democrats

Thu, Dec 15, 2016

Galway West Social Democrats have called on the Minister for Housing Simon Coveney to include the Galway rental sector in his plans for rental reform.

Following the launch of the Government’s new rental strategy by Minister Coveney, Galway West Social Democrats pointed out that the proposed measures which allow for a four per cent per annum increase in so-called rent ‘pressure zones’ equates to approximately 40 times the current Consumer Price Index.

Former Connacht marketing man has a Wasps sting in his tail

Thu, Dec 15, 2016

Six months ago Galway’s Martin Fallon was in Murrayfield Stadium cheering on Connacht in the Pro 12 final; this week his loyalties have changed.

Murphy hits out at ongoing overcrowding issues at Portiuncula A&E department

Thu, Dec 15, 2016

Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon/Galway Eugene Murphy has hit out at the ongoing overcrowding issues at Portiuncula A&E department which left a number of sick children having to be transported by ambulance to the Midlands Regional Hospital in Mullingar for treatment over the weekend.

Deputy Murphy pointed out that there had been an increase in viral respiratory problems particularly in young children and this obviously had a knock on effect on hospitals throughout the country including Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe.

Praise from Health Minister as NUI Galway launches its latest medical academy

Thu, Dec 15, 2016

Minister for Health, Simon Harris TD this week officially launched the Donegal Medical Academy, an NUI Galway partnership with Saolta University Health Care Group and Letterkenny University Hospital for the training of doctors. The Academy is housed in a purpose-designed facility located on the grounds of Letterkenny University Hospital.

City council extends Vote of Sympathy on death of Fidel Castro

Tue, Dec 13, 2016

Galway city councillors have extended a vote of sympathy on the death of former Cuban President Fidel Castro, and this collective condolence will be extended to the Cuban Ambassador in Ireland, Hermes Herrera Hernández.

Merlin Park is 'optimum site' for new Galway hospital says chamber

Tue, Dec 13, 2016

The Galway Chamber has come out in support for a new hospital for the city to be located at Merlin Park, with chamber president Conor O’Dowd calling for a "new acute hospital" that will "meet the needs" of Galway and the West.

Include Galway in rent reform plans, say Social Democrats

Tue, Dec 13, 2016

Galway West Social Democrats have called on the Minister for Housing Simon Coveney to include the Galway rental sector in his plans for rental reform.

Following reports of the Government’s new rental strategy by Minister Coveney, Galway West Social Democrats pointed out that the proposed measures which allow for a four per cent per annum increase in so-called rent ‘pressure zones’ equates to approximately 40 times the current Consumer Price Index.

Merger of Galway's local authorities a 'fait accompli'

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The amalgamation of Galway's two local authorities is a "fait accompli", and despite overwhelming opposition, a small body of prominent county councillors are urging support - or at least openness - for the proposals, arguing it could result in a better run city and stronger, more dominant, county.

Six Things You Need to Know About the Heineken Rugby Clubhouse Challenge

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Do you know your rucks from your mauls? Do you know your backs from your forwards? Do you know your drop kicks from your penalty kicks? We’re not entirely sure we know all the answers, but we are confident that there are plenty of you out there that won’t let the side down. So who’s in?

The Wonder of Christmas!

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The wonder of Christmas! Alanna & Luke Fitzsimmons takes a peek at Hotel Meyrick’s stunning creation of a traditional Gingerbread House which is on display in the Parlour Lounge until Christmas Eve when it will be donated to the St Bernadette’s children’s ward at University College hospital Galway. www.hotelmeyrick.ie “ Image by Andrew Downes

Bristol move for family says Connacht coach Pat Lam

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Connacht head coach Pat Lam, in his first interview since announcing his shock departure from Connacht Rugby, says the offer from Bristol rugby was too good to turn down because it secures his family's future.

Take me to your leader

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Were Clint Eastwood to ride into town on a steed, canter across Eyre Square, before a final gallop up College Road to City Hall, stride in and demand of the first official he meets, "Just who is Fianna Fáil's man in this town?", what answer would he get?

Pedestrian crossings for Lower Salthill

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Safety and improvement works for roads in Lower Salthill began this week, and have been welcomed by Labour city councillor Niall McNelis, who said it should help "promote a more pedestrian friendly city".

City crime figures down this year despite increase in some categories

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Galway city saw a 22 per cent reduction in the number of reported crimes this year to date, with burglaries, thefts, and assaults all down considerably in the first 10 months of the year.

However the figures — released at a meeting of the city's Joint Policing Committee this week — saw an increase in a number of categories, notably drugs offences, domestic incidents, and reports of rape and sexual assault.

Gardaí unveil new approach in crackdown on driving offences

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The Garda is varying its approach to checkpoints in a bid to crack down on motoring offences, it was revealed this week.

NUI G abandons Irish language need for president

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

NUI Galway has dropped its requirement that the president of the university must be fluent in Irish.

Suicide awareness campaigner wins Volunteer of the Year

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

More than 300 people from community and voluntary groups from all around County Galway were honoured at the Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards Ceremony last week in the Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe. The awards recognise and celebrate community and voluntary activity around County Galway. Twelve awards were up for grabs after a record number of nominations were received.

More than 15,000 a year waiting nine hours or longer at UHG Emergency Department

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

More than 15,000 people a year are having to wait nine hours or longer at the UHG Emergency Department before being admitted to hospital or discharged, a situation a Galway TD has described as "unacceptable".

Independent Galway West TD Noel Grealish, who has raised the issue in the Dáil, has called on An Taoiseach Enda Kenny to open a minor injuries unit at Merlin Park Hospital to relieve the overcrowding at UHG - regardless of the proposed plans to build a new ED at the city hospital.

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