Council's 2021 budget to include Merlin astro pitch

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

The inclusion of a 4G astro pitch for Merlin in the city council's draft budget has been welcomed by residents' association chairperson Donal Lynch.

Researchers want to hear from Galwegians who use Covid-19 app

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Researchers at NUI Galway and University of Limerick are looking for members of the public and smartphone users to participate in a study on attitudes to the use of a Covid-19 contact tracing app.

Third time lucky for Galway

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Galway is enjoying a rich vein of luck this month.

Special letter from Santa

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Season’s Greetings to everyone from
my workshop in the North Pole.

GMIT announces new cybersecurity programmes to bridge skills gap

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

GMIT has announced a suite of new cybersecurity courses developed in close collaboration with industry and in consultation with the Regional Skills Forum West and academic partners over the past two years, in response to a skills shortage in this discipline.

NUI Galway wins international funding to explore climate crisis effect on young people

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

A team of researchers from NUI Galway are among a consortium which has won a competitive international research funding award of €1.38 million under the JPI Climate SOLSTICE initiative to explore how young people across Europe experience the climate crisis.

Commencing this month, the project will involve research teams from the UK, Ireland, Finland, and Italy.

The virtual Tree of Lights celebration at Galway Hospice takes place online this Sunday at 5pm. Each light on the Galway Memorial Tree is a tribute to a loved one who has passed away, but Covid-19 me

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

The virtual Tree of Lights celebration at Galway Hospice takes place online this Sunday at 5pm.

Health chief urges us to make “sensible choices’

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

The choices that people make now could influence the kind of Christmas they have and the level of Covid-19 in the community in the New Year, according to the chief executive of the Saolta University Health Care Group.

Sleeping rough for ninth annual COPE Galway sleep-out

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Twenty-nine Galwegians will once again don their warmest coats and hats to sleep out on Shop Street for the homeless.

Organised by COPE Galway, the 12 hour sleepover in the city tomorrow night (Friday) will see Galway business people take action for this ninth annual Business Leaders Sleep Out to raise funds for the local organisation's homeless services.

Roundstone named second prettiest village in Ireland

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

The village of Roundstone has been named as Ireland's second prettiest village by travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller.

Madden’s Pharmacy?

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Wendy Woods nee Whitaker, is looking for news of Pat and John Madden whom she met in the 1960s in Lympstone UK.

Covid cannot change the spirit of Christmas

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

This week marks the traditional start of Christmas festivities. A time when towns and cities bustle and burst, where shoppers are greeted by Christmas carols, however nauseatingly repetitive; shop windows are festooned with fairy lights, draped haphazardly to produce that festive glow; and of course, there is always a traditional Christmas market with that smell of spice and sugar.

There is nothing quite like it. Good cheer, a time for that annual drink in the pub with a friend of 40 years, work parties where someone always gets that little bit merrier than usual, lighting ceremonies where people gather to join in the holiday cheer. Yes, a magical time to rejoice and relax.

'Shopping locally is important' - David Walsh

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

"Shopping locally is important as it keeps the money in the local economy. These are the people who spend money in the local shops, buy jerseys, and sponsor local competitions. While online shopping is easy, we have to think of the bigger picture."

'We are a community who look out for each other - Joe Greene

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

"We are a community who look out for each other," says Joe Greene when speaking about Woodquay. The proprietor of Joe Greene's Menswear has been ever present in the area for the past 37 years and says the area has always had a great atmosphere.

'Woodquay is the hidden gem of Galway' - Niall and Michelle Marren

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

"Woodquay is the hidden gem of Galway," says Niall Marren, co-owner of The Antiques Room with his wife, Michelle. With the business located in the heart of the area, the pair are able to provide a great insight into what makes Woodquay tick.

'There is something for everyone in Woodquay' - Fergus McGinn

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

"There is something for everyone in Woodquay," says the owner of McGinn's Hop House, Fergus McGinn. The stylish bar, renowned in Galway for its wood fire pizzas, cosy surrounds, and superb atmosphere has been a part of the Woodquay community for five years.

Woodquay; where tradition meets modern

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

With the news that level five restrictions have been eased to level three for the month of December, the Christmas rush will now begin. The city has been feeling very festive for the past couple of weeks with the Christmas lights adorning the rooftops of buildings and lampposts and local businesses utilising the enforced free time of lockdown by decorating their shops with yuletide spirit.

Support local, support Woodquay

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Christmas has always been a very important time for the business community as it helps businesses through the so called tough months of January and February. However, Christmas 2020 is arguably the biggest and most vital into which Galway's business community has ever faced.

From barbers and hair salons, bars and restaurants to fashion boutiques and alterations and opticians and dentists, they are need our support more than ever this Christmas. Areas like Woodquay, which are the beating heart of Galway, are filled with businesses that have served their customers and localities for generations, were there once again when they were most needed during lockdown. These are the businesses that sponsor our local sports teams, that give jobs to our students, that will give a spot prize for the raffle in the local Christmas school fair.

The Galmont has your Christmas all wrapped up!

Wed, Dec 02, 2020

Who wouldn’t love the gift of me-time in spirit one, or them-time for a weekend without the kids, or us-time for an enjoyable evening together over a leisurely meal? Surprise your loved ones with a gift voucher from The Galmont this Christmas. Take your pick from indulgent Spa treatments, sumptuous dining options or overnight stays.

Galway Simon Community launches their Christmas Appeal to prevent homelessness this winter

Tue, Dec 01, 2020

Galway Simon Community has supported 1,045 individuals so far this year but there are so many others across the West of Ireland in need of their support.

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