Galway Volunteer Centre asks public to volunteer from home during COVID-19

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Galway Volunteer Centre and Volunteer Ireland has launched a #volunteerfromhome campaign, encouraging people to volunteer from home during the current pandemic.

O'Hara calls for legislation to protect those working from home

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Working from home brings many economic and environmental benefits, but also raises issues of data protection, workers footing the bill for electronic and communications equipment, and continued poor broadband coverage.

Council must establish business forum 'without delay' to protect city retailers

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

"If we fail to protect businesses in Galway it will have far-reaching consequences. Not only will the economy and jobs be impacted, but we can kiss good-bye to a vibrant city centre populated with diverse independent and international stores."

Masterplan to support SMEs a 'necessity' says Crowe

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

A masterplan needs to be created for small and medium enterprises to help them"rebound" from the Covid 19 crisis, and to protect the economic future of the State.

'The continued sense of ‘togetherness’ in Galway is something we should be very proud of'

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Amid this Covid-19 lockdown, and these extremely unsettling times, as I reflect upon the many profound and unprecedented changes to all our lives, I am sincerely proud of the solid community spirit that exists throughout all of our city.

The challenge of Covid-19 demands a new Government is formed

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

These past few weeks have been a surreal experience for the people of this country. At times it almost feels like the stuff of fiction with, at one stage, Taoiseach Leo Varadkaar’s return to medical duties drawing comparisons with President Whitmore in that 1996 blockbuster Independence Day.

Canney commends anglers who are respecting Covid-19 measures

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Sean Canney, Minister with responsibility for the Inland Fisheries Sector, has commended the action of the vast majority of anglers during the Covid-19 measures and urged all to continue to respect the current measures and #stayathome.

Minister Canney said; “Angling is an activity that brings physical and mental benefits and can be practiced safely in these unprecedented times. I commend the vast majority of our anglers who have lead by example but I urge those all who wish to engage in angling to do so following the advice set out by the health authorities and reflected in guidelines set out by Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) on March 28.

Hardware chain boss clarifies consumer confusion over opening

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Confusion over whether hardware stores are permitted to be open during the lockdown has been clarified by the managing director of one of the largest hardware and builders supplies companies in the country.

Salthill woman funds tablets for Galway nursing homes

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

A Salthill woman has raised more than €5,000 for Galway nursing homes after completing a half marathon with her with triplets.

Galway GAA legends ‘on call’ during crisis

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Communities right across the city and county are pulling together in wonderfully innovative ways to make life that little bit easier for people most affected by the pandemic, particularly those stuck at home cocooning.

Annual Public and Patient Involvement in Research Conference goes virtual

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

The fifth national Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) in Research Conference, hosted by NUI Galway, will take place on Wednesday, 6 May, but this year all attending will join online. In addition, to members of the research community, there is a particular welcome to the public, patients and to patient and community organisations.

Seasonal staff being abandoned by BNM hierarchy, says Fitzmaurice

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Seasonal staff are being abandoned by the hierarchy within Bord na Mona, according to independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice.

Following a board meeting this week, BNM has confirmed that up to 230 employees in the Energy Business Unit will be temporarily released – with only permanent staff able to receive 100% of their basic salary on a 39-hour week through the Covid-19 Temporary Wage Subsidy scheme.

Galway legend’s medals and memorabilia to go under the hammer

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

A forgotten Galway legend’s medals and memorabilia will go under the hammer next Monday in Kilkenny.

Summer hasn't been cancelled — just the way we knew it

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Galway is a place defined by summer. When we call to mind all that we love about the place, we see blue skies and colourful costumes. We sense the sweet smells of exotic foods cooking in a street kitchen. We hear the strumming of guitars, the banging of drums. We see the advancing battle for space on our streets as visitors flock in their tens of thousands to sample what is wondrous about here when the sun shines.

Summer hasn’t been cancelled — just the way we know it

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Galway is a place defined by summer. When we call to mind all that we love about the place, we see blue skies and colourful costumes. We sense the sweet smells of exotic foods cooking in a street kitchen. We hear the strumming of guitars, the banging of drums. We see the advancing battle for space on our streets as visitors flock in their tens of thousands to sample what is wondrous about here when the sun shines.

Return of the SnackBox

Thu, Apr 23, 2020

Supermac’s has announced that it will be providing a limited service a number of outlets around Galway following consultation with authorities.

Return of the SnackBox

Wed, Apr 22, 2020

Supermac’s has announced that it will be providing a limited service a number of outlets around Galway following consultation with authorities.

The restaurants, which resumed operations yesterday, will see Headford Road and Tuam Road outlets operate a Drive Thru collection system for customers with the Newcastle providing a delivery service.

Cannon welcomes update on Pandemic Unemployment Payment for recipients

Mon, Apr 20, 2020

An East Galway TD has welcomed an update on the Pandemic Unemployment Payment from Minister Regina Doherty's department.

‘No room for complacency,’ says Saolta chief

Thu, Apr 16, 2020

The chief executive of the Saolta University Health Care Group, which runs the local public hospitals, reassured the public this week that the coronavirus curve was being flattened, but warned there was no room for complacency.

GMIT producing vital equipment and PPE materials for health care settings

Thu, Apr 16, 2020

GMIT staff are producing and delivering vital equipment and PPE materials for health care workers in hospitals, pharmacies, GP surgeries, and care settings across the west, in the race to stop the spread of Covid-19.

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