'The best chance of returning two candidates is to run just two'

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

For the first time since 1961, Fianna Fáil looks set to run only two candidates in Galway West at the next General Election, expected to take place in spring of 2020.

Galway 2020 announces partnership with French Embassy in Ireland

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

The French Embassy in Ireland and Galway 2020 announced "a significant partnership" this week, in which support from the embassy will enable Galway 2020 to feature several key French artists as part of its year-long programme.

'Putting boots on the ground for peace'

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

On St Patrick’s Day this year, two US army veterans, Ken Mayers and Tarak Kauff, aged 82 and 77 respectively, were arrested at Shannon Airport for protesting its continued use by the American military.

'Students will be encouraged to reach their potential in a happy, safe, and inclusive environment'

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Galway's new second level school, and the first Educate Together secondary school in the county, was last Friday officially opened in its temporary accommodation at Grianach House beside Galway Crystal, Merlin Park.

Busking bye-laws will 'damage' city's reputation warns Mayor

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Heavy restrictions on, and in some cases outright banning of, busking in Galway city centre, sends a message that is "damaging to our city, damaging to our reputation, and damaging to Brand Galway".

Hanley defends councillors' decision not to lower LPT

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

The decision by councillors not to lower the Local Property Tax rate in the city has come in for sharp criticism, but Monday's vote was defended by the Social Democrats' Owen Hanley, who said there were "reasons to increase LPT" in order to ensure the "State provides good services".

From Cavan to Connemara

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Irish language theatre company, Fíbín, launches an exciting new chapter in its story next week with the promenade show Cath na Ceathrún Rua / Battle of Carraroe, written by incoming artistic director Philip Doherty and staged at the company’s new home space in An Tulach, Baile na hAbhann.

Galway lit up sport last Sunday — now let’s do it again

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

When we look back on last Sunday, not from the vantage point of a few days retrospection, but in a year, or five, we will realise the significance of that victory.

We will see then that the victory was not just one for Galway’s superb senior camogie players, but one for all females in sport; indeed for all sportspeople. In a year when fans were crying out for a showpiece, an epic to show the advances that have been made in terms of strength, conditioning, athleticism, skill, posture, composure, and belief.

Green light for voluntary DNA scheme for Tuam relatives

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

The Cabinet was told last evening that it should be possible to develop a voluntary scheme to allow for the collection of biological samples from survivors and others connected to Tuam’s mother-and-baby home, in advance of a law being enacted to underpin the process.

COPE Galway distribute seven hundred Back to School Kits

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

COPE Galway’s Community Catering Service has distributed over 700 school kits to families in Galway city and county who are at risk of poverty and social exclusion.

Greenway project office gives an opportunity to involve landowners in design process, says Cannon

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

East Galway TD Ciaran Cannon has welcomed confirmation that the Athlone to Galway greenway office is to be based in Ballinasloe.

New music bursary award established in memory of inspirational Eimear Noonan

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

The Eimear Noonan Music Bursary Award has been established by the Noonan family of Caher, Co. Clare in memory of their daughter and sister Eimear, who died in a tragic accident in France in November 2017.

American ambassador to mark Clifden wartime generosity to stricken airmen

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

On September 14, 1944 a United States Navy PB4Y-1 Liberator Bomber crashed into the Atlantic Ocean close to Ballyconneely in Connemara.

Way is clear for oral hearing on city bypass, says Kyne

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Additional information on the proposed Galway City Ring Road, provided to An Bord Pleanála by the Galway County Council, should “clear the way” for an oral hearing on this project.

This is the view of Aire don Ghaeilge, don Ghaeltacht agus do na hOileáin, Seán Kyne, who said the extra information “should enable further public consultation” through an oral hearing on the ring road.

Gardai probe burglaries in Headford area

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Gardai in Headford are appealing for information following two burglaries in the area last month.

Extinction Rebellion public talk on climate change

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Extinction Rebellion Galway will hold a public talk entitled, ‘Climate Change: Heading for Extinction (and what to do about it!)’ in the Galway Arts Centre, Dominick Street.

ECB to discuss cutting interest rates today

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Programme Director for the Bachelor of Business in Finance and Economics.

Gardai seek assistance after Dominick Street assault

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Gardai are appealing for information following a serious assault in the city centre recently.

McNelis demands ‘urgent action’ to address spiralling insurance costs

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

“Urgent action” is needed to address the serious issue of “spiralling” insurance costs, according to Labour city councillor Niall McNelis, who is calling for the setting up of group insurance schemes.

The councillor’s comments follow publication of a new survey from the State’s Public Participation Networks, which shows nearly half of community and voluntary groups around Ireland have had to cut back on activities and events due to the rising costs.

Galway University Hospitals to hold annual ecumenical memorial service tonight

Thu, Sep 12, 2019

Galway University Hospital’s [UHG and Merlin Park ] End of Life Care Committee will hold its annual ecumenical memorial service on Thursday September 12 at 7pm at the Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill.

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