A man and a Movement Perfectly Matched

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Donald Trump is the worst president the United States has ever had - a lying, bigoted bully, a racist, a serial abuser of women, a many times failed businessman, a vulgarian who has diminished the international stature of the United States, a man with no sense of shame for the crude and offensive things he has said and done.

Cappagh Park floodlights get go ahead

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

The installation of eight lighting stands around the existing sports pitch located within Cappagh Park has moved a step closer after planning permission was granted by the Galway City Council at Leisureland on Monday evening.

A nation mourns, but memories of Jack Charlton will never fade

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Ireland and Galway are this week mourning the loss of the legendary Jack Charlton (1935-2020) - the man who changed the footballing fortunes of this country.

Have you boots? Galway’s Johnny Glynn answer’s Jake’s call

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Jack Charlton made his England debut in 1965 at the age of 30 and the following year he won the World Cup with England at Wembley.

No shows affecting business recovery, says Galway Chamber

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Members of the public who are making multiple reservations and then deciding on the evening to which venue to go are hugely undermining the recovery of businesses in Galway, that is according to CEO of Galway Chamber Kenneth Deery.

Call for more EV charging ports

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

The Galway County Council should set aside two spaces in its car parks to be used to trial EV (150kW) fast charging in order to boost economic recovery in county towns through domestic drive tourism, says Athenry councillor Shelly Herterich Quinn.

The Fianna Fáil councillor tabled the motion at the Athenry Municipal District meeting at County Hall on Tuesday afternoon which called for two parking spaces in Back Lawn Car Park Athenry and two parking spaces in Oranmore village and Renville to be used as fast charging ports.

Garda Briefs

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Construction vehicles damaged in Ballybane
A number of construction vehicles were damaged at a site in Rocklands Avenue, Ballybane, in the early hours of Monday last.

Pressure on bars to ignore substantial meal law

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Bars are under huge pressure by members of the public to ignore the €9 substantial meal law, that is the viewpoint of the owner of The King's Head, Paul Grealish.

Not the same craic or interaction as technology takes control

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

This week Galway Races chief executive Michael Moloney looked out his window, which overlooks the parade ring at Ballybrit. He struggled to believe one of the greatest race meetings in the world, The Galway Races Summer Festival, had fallen victim to Covid-19.

The ground should have been buzzing with activity - food and beverage suppliers on the go, marquees and tents being erected, thousands of workers on site preparing for the 151st edition of this iconic event. Instead Moloney found it difficult as he viewed a very different scenario. A vacant Ballybrit - something so surreal, hard to accept.

Fantasy Football round 36 preview

Tue, Jul 14, 2020

Game week 35 came to a close on Monday night with a strike from Irish striker Michael Obafemi in the 96th minute to dent Man United's Champions League aspirations. The round saw plenty of upsets and action with West Ham, Watford, Bournemouth, and Aston Villa earning crucial wins in the fight against relegation, Sheffield United and Wolves clawing their back into European contention and Norwich City being confirmed as the first team to succumb to the drop.

New spaces for a new society

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

Over the years in this game, there has been many a fanciful idea that has been mooted and gave us all great headlines, but which ultimately come to nought. There was the much vaunted Corrib bridge from Knockferry to Kilbeg that would have diverted thousands of cars daily from near Headford to Connemara without ever bringing them into the city.

There was the plan by the late Dr Patrick Geraghty to construct a massive concert arena that would have seen the likes of Garth Brooks and Metallica playing to thousands in a massive shed in Glenamaddy. It was the be the Point for the West...or Westpoint.

UHG outpatient capacity to be halved

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

The capacity of outpatient clinics at the west’s biggest hospital will be reduced by up to 50 per cent because of Covid-19 preventive measures.

We don’t want to go to a dreary space, St Nicholas’ market trader tells City Council

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

A trader at the historic St Nicholas’ street market in Galway has called on the Galway City Council to ditch its plan to drive the world-famous, 400-year-old artisan food and craft market from the city.

Different horses being jumped at Ballybrit this summer

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

The Moet Chandon building at Galway Racecourse is one of the most beautiful additions to Galway Racecourse over the last couple of years.

Charity says €1.9 million funding for Clifden and Portumna will benefit entire county

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr James Charity, welcomed the recent funding allocation for Clifden and Portumna, noting that the investment would provide significant enhancement to both areas, but would also benefit the entire county.

Cream of talent to play in virtual concert in aid of Kiltullagh girl

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

The cream of the country’s musicians will take part in a virtual concert in aid of Saoírse Ruane from Kiltullagh, Co Galway. Cliona Hagan, Mike Denver, Rory’s Stories, Blessed, The Two Johnnies and KeyWest are some of the acts who have agreed to take part in the concert that will be broadcast across the Saoirse Summerfest social media platforms on Sunday, August 2nd.

Aftermath of Covid-19 will exacerbate housing crises, warns former Mayor

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

A former Mayor of Galway has warned that Galway’s housing crisis "will multiply in the years ahead", unless the new Government introduces an affordable housing scheme with a substantial discount to buyers.

Connolly voices support for new cycling infrastructure plans for the city

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

Enhanced cycling infrastructure is planned for Bothar Stiofáin, Bishop O'Donnell Road, and Threadneedle Road, under a new plan by the Galway City Council.

Connolly calls for ‘urgent clarification’ on re-opening day centre services

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

The continued closure of day centres for people suffering from Alzheimer’s, and for people with disabilities, is a cause of “great upset” both to the users and their families.

Parents must not be made choose between childcare and work, says McNelis

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

The Government must “step up and support” new parents who are being faced with an “unacceptable choice” between securing childcare and fully returning to work.

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