Time for the councils to appoint cycling officers, says campaign

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Cycling Officers need to be quickly appointed to Galway City and County Councils according to the Galway Cycling Campaign, which has written to both councils seeking a timeline for the hiring process.

Student leader urges caution when booking accommodation

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Students’ Union at NUI Galway has urged students to be cautious before committing to a private residence this year.

Councillor aggrieved over hackney licence refusal

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The refusal by the National Transport Authority (NTA) to grant a Local Area Hackney Licence in the municipal district of Athenry-Oranmore has been criticised by a Galway County Councillor.

Calls for county council investment in sporting facilities

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Galway County Council should invest in its sporting and recreational facilities just like the Galway City Council has done for Cappagh Park, that is according to Fine Gael councillor Liam Carroll.

Cancer screening and treatment backlog needs 'urgent response', says Farrell

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The backlog in cancer screening and treatment services is "concerning" and demands an all party response and increased funding from the Government.

Stay and Spend Scheme must include other tourism businesses, says Kyne

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Stay and Spend Scheme must be expanded to include tourism businesses, as well as accommodation and food-service providers, according to a Galway senator.

The Big Think at Galway Summer Garden

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Just as you thought the last chance of a proper festival had gone for this year, along comes The Big Think - a festival of talks and ideas - to fill you with inspiration, insight, hope and joy.

NUI Galway research leads to return of World War I hero’s medal

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Research conducted by NUI Galway academic Dr John Murray has led to the recovery of a medal, thought long-lost, belonging to a Great War veteran from Dublin who was decorated for bravery.

Craughwell aircraft crash caused by fast approach and tree collision, report concludes

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

An investigation into an air crash at Craughwell two years ago has concluded that the probable cause was a collision with a tree as a result of a loss of lift and stall during an attempted go-around from a rejected landing.

Does Galway need a second waste water treatment plant?

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Hands up all of you who remember the 1980s Save Galway Bay Group and what they were set up to do? If you thought it was the name for the latest pop sensation you are possibly a young Gossoon who would not be much interested in reading any further.

Former Irish Times editor Conor Brady appointed Honorary Professor of Journalism at NUIG

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Professor Conor Brady, the former Editor of The Irish Times, has been appointed an Honorary Professor at NUI Galway. Professor Brady will work with NUI Galway in the development of a new innovation stream on the University’s MA in Journalism programme, designed to prepare graduates to work in future roles as digital content creators and innovators in the media industry.

Galway Cycle Bus invited to join ChangeX

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Galway Cycle Bus has been invited to join the ChangeX community. The Knocknacarra-based initiative promotes active travel for school children by experienced volunteers, parents and teachers escorting children to school by bike at various ‘pick up’ points in housing estates en route from Cappagh Road to Knocknacarra NS and Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh near Millers Lane.

Call for extra school buses

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

A Galway county councillor is calling for the Minister of Education Norma Foley, Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan, and Bus Éireann to provide extra school buses to meet demand.

Feasibility study to help address Headford’s Main Street vehicle flow

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Galway County Council has commissioned engineering consultants to carry out a full feasibility report on the Main Street in Headford in a bid to improve vehicular movements and parking measures as well as to enhance the street scape in the town.

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Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Man abusive to woman at Silver Strand
Gardaí in Salthill Garda Station are investigating an incident which occurred at Silver Strand, Barna, Galway between 6pm and 6.30pm on Tuesday September 1.

Gardaí in Salthill Garda Station are investigating an incident which occurred at Silver Strand, Barna, Galway between 6pm and 6.30pm on Tuesday September 1.

Concern at lack of flexibility in sludge hub choice

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Deputy Sean Canney has received confirmation that Irish Water are still awaiting the final report on the site selection process for the Regional Sludge Hub which will be published toward the end of the year.

Experience the Wedding Showcase at Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Your Wedding Day is the most important day of your life and one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing a venue that meets all of your requirements.

Opening date welcomed but pub counters need to be used says Galway county VFI chairman

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

The Government’s confirmation that Ireland’s ‘wet pubs’ can open on September 21 is a welcome announcement but restrictions on punters sitting at pub counters need to be relaxed, that is the assessment of the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) Galway county chairman, Joe Sheridan.

A quiet space to mind ourselves, and others

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

In the year that is in it, when we have all been twisted and turned this way and that by the vagaries of this awful disease, there are moments which sum us up as a nation which make us smile and realise what a great little place we can be when we stick together.