Postpone Merlin barrier until schools close in summer, says Forde

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The imminent introduction of a barrier at the back gate of Merlin University Hospital to prevent the route from being used as a rat-run, should be postponed until the schools close this summer, a city councillor told the HSE Regional Health Forum this week.

Irish study identifies financial and canvassing barriers for disabled political candidates

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The first Irish study of disabled political candidates has identified financial costs and difficulty canvassing as among the many systemic barriers facing disabled candidates who wish to participate in political life in Ireland.

One of Europe’s biggest kayak festivals to take place in Galway this weekend

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Hundreds of kayakers will descend on Galway city and county this weekend [Feb 28-March 2] for one of Europe’s biggest paddle sports events.

Paid parking at Merlin should be postponed until entire complex is ready, says Forde

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The introduction of paid parking at Merlin Park Hospital should be postponed until construction at the entire site has been completed, the Regional Health Forum was told this week.

34 patients on trolleys in Galway’s hospitals

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) Trolley Watch has released their trolley figures as part of an ongoing daily campaign to review patient and staff care within Ireland’s hospitals.

Treat in store for music fans tonight as National Symphony Orchestra comes to town

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The National Symphony Orchestra, in association with Music for Galway, makes a welcome return to Leisureland tonight Thursday 27 February for a 7.30pm performance taking place as part of the orchestra’s 2024-2025 season.

LEO Galway announces programme of events for Local Enterprise Week

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Small businesses and budding entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to sample a variety of events aimed at helping them to start or grow their business as part of this year’s Local Enterprise Week in Galway City and County. The initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices, supported by Enterprise Ireland and the local authorities, takes place from March 3-7 this year across the country.

Members of Traveller Community lead the way for a just future

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Galway Traveller Movement (GTM) will celebrate the annual Galway Traveller achievements awards on Traveller Ethnicity Day, March 1. The ceremony will take place at the ILAS Centre, Newcastle Road, at 5:00pm.

Renvyle House Hotel plants native woodland as part of sustainability programme

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Renvyle House Hotel in Connemara, Co. Galway commenced a significant Native Woodland Planting initiative as part of its ongoing sustainability programme. This ambitious project saw the planting of four hectares of native Irish trees, including Rowan, Oak, Birch, Alder, and Scots Pine, further enriching the already thriving ecosystem at the historic hotel.

Search dog locates man in successful rescue in Gort forest

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Gardaí in Gort led a successful multi-agency search and rescue operation for a man aged in his late 60s who had become disorientated in a wooded area near Coole Park on Monday evening.

‘Thin-eir’ - County’s broadband woes highlighted by council

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

It may be four weeks since Storm Éowyn graced Galway with a turbulent visit, the trail of destruction left in her wake continues. With parts of the county having experienced nearly three weeks without power, the lights are now on in Galway but broadband has yet to return for thousands of households across Co Galway.

Portiuncula maternity reviews will be given to families first, regional forum told

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The ongoing reviews into the provision of care at the Portiuncula University Hospital ordered last month will not be published in full, but instead will be given to the families involved, the HSE Regional Health Forum was told on Tuesday.

Ignorance is increasingly shaping decisions

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

In a world growing ever more complex, the urge to simplify—to strip away nuance and replace expertise with convenience—has never been stronger. We are witnessing an era where science is questioned, research is dismissed, and education is valued only for its economic return rather than its transformative power. Decisions requiring careful thought and analysis are instead reduced to soundbites, populist slogans, and the lowest common denominator of understanding.

Explore your career possibilities at GCC’s Open Day 2025

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Galway Community of Further Education College (GCC) is gearing up for an exciting Open Day event on March 4, 2025 at their campus, located in Wellpark, Galway City. The college will open its doors to prospective students, offering a unique opportunity to explore the campus, meet teachers and coordinators,, and learn about the diverse range of courses and programs available.

Irish businesses significantly shift towards sustainability

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Irish businesses are making strides towards a greener future, with sustainability now at the very heart of operations across the country. A recent EY report – the State of Sustainability 2024 – reveals that a remarkable 81 per cent of Irish companies have ramped up their focus on sustainable practices over the past year.

Small Changes, Big Impact: Living More Sustainably

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Sustainability isn't just for big businesses or government policy – it’s something we can all embrace in our daily lives. With climate change becoming more of a reality each year, there’s never been a better time to rethink how we live, work and consume.

'Science from land to sea' - Galway Libraries project reels in the accolades

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

'Fish and Chips – sustainably' won Best Environmental/Ecological Project at the Local Authority Members Association (LAMA) Community and Council Award last weekend.

ALDI Ireland and Too Good To Go mark two years of partnership

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

ALDI Ireland and Too Good To Go are proud to celebrate the second anniversary of their strong partnership, marking a key milestone in their joint efforts to combat food waste. Over the past two years, this collaboration has successfully saved over 250,000 surprise bags of food from going to waste, making a substantial impact on the environment and communities across Ireland.

Literature and ecology

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

There are many ways to describe and understand the ecological issues of climate change, biodiversity loss, energy extraction and conservation. Scientists may tell us what is happening in the physical world, journalists may record significant events and policy debates and campaigners may provide the arguments that inform our thinking. But there are crucial contributions that imaginative literature can also make.

Celebrating five years of sustainability with The Filling Station Eco Store

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The Filling Station Eco Store in Galway has been proudly serving the community for over five years, offering an innovative and eco-friendly shopping experience. As they celebrate this milestone, The Filling Station want to take a moment to sincerely thank their loyal customers for the continued support.

For those who have not yet taken the first step, The Filling Station warmly invite you to visit with your empty containers and bottles to experience the savings and simplicity of refilling. It is easy: just weigh in, fill up, and pay on the way out. Plus, by choosing refills, you are actively reducing single-use plastic waste and making a positive impact on the environment.

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