'I always try to deal with serious issues with humour'

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Among the many fine writers coming to Galway for the Cúirt International Festival of Literature is Mexican novelist Juan Pablo Villalobos. The author of three bitingly funny books, Down The Rabbit Hole, Quesadillas, and I’ll Sell You A Dog, he delivers sharply satirical, sometimes surreal, depictions of Mexico’s political and economic instability and inequity, and its crime problems.

A decade of remembering Aoibhe

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

They say it is better to have loved and lost than never have loved at all. The day Aoibhe Carroll was born and placed in her parents' arms, they felt a love like they never knew existed. They had four wonderful years of love, hugs, happiness, and cherished memories before she was cruelly taken from them in April 2008. Now, 10 years on in a decade in which her parents established the ACT for Meningitis charity, we hear how losing her daughter has impacted on her mother's life, how she has gained the strength to live with this loss and how, in the face of such tragedy, she has built a legacy that is not only saving lives but is rebuilding the futures of others on that same horrific journey.

O’Coineen completes his solo mission around the globe

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Well-known Galway sailor, Enda O’Coineen has completed his solo circumnavigation of the world some 17 months after starting.

Cyclists to travel from Maynooth to Galway tomorrow to raise funds for the Coombe Hospital

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Some 200 cyclists are due to arrive in Galway tomorrow (Friday) evening as they complete a day-long cycle from Co Kildare in aid of the Coombe Women and Infants University Hospital.

The annual cycle will see students from St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, travel west to raise funds for the charity Friends of the Coombe.

Food glorious food

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Once it was just one of the basic needs of life, a fuel to survive, but food and our attitude to it has certainly changed course many times.

Vinters validated as Good Friday pints a great success in Galway

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

The opening of pubs on Good Friday was a great success according to the chairman of the Galway city branch of the Vintners Federation Ireland (VFI), Tom McDonagh.

New X-ray service for Tuam primary care centre

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

An X-ray and ultrasound service will be available at Tuam Primary Care Centre by the second half of this year.

Some €700,000 was allocated by the Department of Health for the service and the appointment of a radiographer, radiographer's assistant, and a clerical officer.

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Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Two new gardaí for Galway
It is expected that two new Garda recruits will join the Galway force this month.

Hundreds attend #IBelieveHer rally outside Galway CourthousE

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Close to 300 people attended the recent Galway #IBelieveHer event in front of the Galway Courthouse, in response to, and in solidarity with, the woman at the centre of the Belfast trial.

Honorary Doctorate conferred on Mayor of Chicago

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

The Mayor of Chicago and former White House Chief of Staff in the Obama administration, Rahm Emanuel, enjoyed Galway's hospitality this week.

Galway Cycling Campaign launches drive to increase its voice

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Galway cyclists are being urged to join the campaign to give cyclists a louder voice in Galway.

Galway Simon launches raffle to help increasing numbers of homeless

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Local homeless charity Galway Simon Community has launched its spring raffle this week to raise funds for vital services in Galway.

Ruth Coppinger to address public meeting

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Solidarity TD Ruth Coppinger will address a public meeting in Galway centred on the repeal of the Eighth Amendment and the right of bodily autonomy for all women in Ireland.

The meeting, organised by the socialist-feminist group ROSA (Reproductive rights against Oppression Sexism and Austerity) will be held in Aras na nGael, Dominick Street, on Monday at 7pm.

Galway 2020 and TG4 join forces

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

The Galway 2020 programme will be covered through Irish following a new partnership with TG4.

Run the VHI Mini Marathon for Galway Rape Crisis

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Galway Rape Crisis Centre is one of the registered charities for this year's VHI Mini Marathon.

Galway supermarket chain becomes autism aware

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

A Galway supermarket chain is making changes to its shops to accommodate people with autism.

Free talk on reducing risk of further heart event

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Taking Control of Heart Disease is the title of a free public talk being give at the Lough Rea Hotel and Spa at 6.30pm on Monday.

New childcare website up and running in Galway

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

A new website has been launched by the Galway Childcare Committee.

Rising star

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Reailtín Stara , pictured with vice President of Limer ick Lawn Tennis Club Eileen Howlett, won the South of Ireland Junior Tennis Championship U12 singles title in Limerick Lawn Tennis Club, defeating Rebecca O’Mahony from Sunday’s Well B & T Club 6-2, 6-1

Gaelic4Girls in Claregalway

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Gaelic4Girls is starting up at Claregalway Ladies Gaelic Football club on Saturday April 14 from 3pm to 4pm at the Knockdoemore Pitch.

Gaelic4Girls is initially an eight-week programme aimed at increasing participation by girls in the sport. The programme targets girls aged between eight and 12 years who are not currently registered with a club.

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