Kiltiernan flood relief scheme nearing end

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

After two years, the Kiltiernan to Ballinderreen Flood Relief Scheme is almost complete, leading to what one TD called “a sense of relief in the community”.

Cannon welcomes movement on Presentation College Headford extension

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

East Galway Fine Gael Minister Ciaran Cannon has welcomed confirmation from Education Minister Joe McHugh that his officials will now make renewed contact with the Board of Management of Presentation College Headford with a view to developing a major new extension to the school.

Writing Bootcamp at Baboró Festival

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

This year’s Baboró festival will feature a one day, intensive and interactive workshop for aspiring writers on Saturday 19 October. Properbook Bootcamp is intended for those who have an idea, an outline or even a manuscript and are wondering how to take the first big steps on the road to publication.

It will be led by successful children’s authors Patricia Forde and Dave Rudden who will use their experience, candour and humour to guide and challenge budding or early career authors of children’s books.

Greens call for cycling lanes and infrastructure outside schools

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Councillors have supported a call by the Green Party for City Hall officials to “investigate prioritising cycling lanes and infrastructure outside of schools”.

Iconic Coulter remembers the Galwayman who gave him a chance

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Phil Coulter is currently in the studio mixing the strings on his latest album, Return To Tranquillity, and putting the final touches on his new tour of 40 gigs that stars in the Lough Rea Hotel and Spa next Saturday evening. Starring his tour in Galway is a poignant reminder for the musical legend of how he stared in business.

Dam Easy flood barrier — to put your mind at ease during winter storms

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

The benefits of the DamEasy flood barrier for houses and businesses in Galway’s flood zones, have been highlighted following last week’s flirtation with Storm Lorenzo.

Take your party to the next level with Mega Games

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

If you are planning a birthday party, wedding, or any event and want to give your guests a new and different experience, Mega Games might be just the thing. This Galway company will provide a gaming van where your guests can enjoy the most popular and latest games on the most powerful consoles.

Free embroidery at Outback Jacks

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Outback Jacks are offering free embroidery to corporate customers, sole traders and SMEs on all Helly Hansen corporate wear this October.

Budget 2020 — All you need to know

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

The Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe presented his fourth Budget on Tuesday. As was well signalled, this Budget was framed against the backdrop of a potential no deal Brexit. Given the current reality of climate change, unsurprisingly climate related initiatives have featured prominently within the measures announced. The details announced also include certain tax increases, limited changes to personal tax, together with targeted measures for SMEs.

BABORÓ AMBASSADOR – PAULINE MAHER

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

The 23rd Baboró International Arts Festival for Children starts this Monday and offers a feast of events for children and families.

Each year we feature individuals who are passionate about the festival. This week’s Baboró Ambassador is Pauline Maher, a mum of two children, a homemaker, and a nurse currently on a break. Pauline and her family have attended Baboró every year since arriving in Galway in 2013.

For the 23rd time, it’s Baboró

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

The 23rd Baboró festival starts this Monday and will see children, families and schools enjoying events throughout the city and county until next Sunday 20 October.

Marine Institute welcomes appointment of new CEO

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Dr Paul Connolly has been appointed as the next Chief Executive Officer of the Marine Institute, Ireland’s state agency for marine research, technology development and innovation. He succeeds Dr Peter Heffernan who retires from the post tomorrow (Friday)

Western Rail Trail supporters will scour rail review “with fine tooth comb,” says Cannon

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

An East Galway TD has welcomed news that the appraisal into the viability of extending the Western Rail Corridor is to be presented to the Department of Transport this month.

Calasanctius College Oranmore are about to rock you

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

The students of Calasanctius College, Oranmore will present the musical ‘We Will Rock You’ from Wednesday next October 16 to Friday October 18 at 7.30pm nightly.

Minding the heart of our community

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Next week, an honour is being bestowed on Galway city — when the country’s top cardiologists will attend the opening of the Irish Cardiac Society’s 70th annual meeting. The event will mark 70 years of the society and its role in bringing together the best minds in the field of cardiac care.

However, the fact that this landmark event is being held here in the west is also a tribute to the great steps that have been taken to ensure that we benefit from the highest standard of heart and stroke treatment — and for that we thank Croi.

Fantasy Football review

Wed, Oct 09, 2019

Round eight of the Premier League ended with another disastrous defeat for Man United as they went down 1-0 down to struggling Newcastle. Elsewhere Liverpool maintained their 100 per cent record with a dramatic stoppage time winner against high flying Leicester, Man City succumbed 2-0 at home to dogged Wolves, and Spurs struggles continued with a 3-0 thumping at Brighton.

Connect for Coffee

Tue, Oct 08, 2019

In support of October as Mental Health Awareness month St. Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union are delighted to introduce Connect for Coffee.

Public invited to In Conversation Series with new business professors

Mon, Oct 07, 2019

Following the recent announcement of newly appointed Business Professors at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics in NUI Galway, the Cairnes School and Whitaker Institute will host the ‘Inaugural Professors In Conversation Series’ featuring the new professors.

Galway County Council - Storm Lorenzo Update 10.40 am Friday

Fri, Oct 04, 2019

Tree down - Outside Kilconieron Church, before junction for Athenry on Loughrea to Athenry road, some Flooding also in the area– has been notified to Galway County Council crew to address

Tree down - Tree leaning across road, potential to fall near Derryoober school R352. Road passable at present. - has been notified to Galway County Council crew to address

Galway braced for Storm Lorenzo

Thu, Oct 03, 2019

Storm surges and gusts of up to 130kph are expected to hit Galway later today (Thursday) and overnight tonight as the country braces itself for Storm Lorenzo.

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