Invitational Tournament caps season of triumphs and community spirit for Maree Oranmore FC

Thu, May 02, 2024

Following on from their Invitational Tournament at the weekend and as the 2024 season unwinds, Maree Oranmore Football Club has accomplished some remarkable achievements, on and off the pitch. From securing league titles to nurturing the youngest talents in the academy, and driving the club’s most ambitious fundraiser to date, the “Win a Home in Oranmore” competition, Maree Oranmore FC has embodied the essence of teamwork, passion, and inclusivity.

Minister must intervene to reinstate vital bus route – Parsons

Thu, May 02, 2024

Local Cllr Evelyn Parsons has called on the Minister for Transport to immediately intervene in the reinstatement of a multi-stop bus services along the Galway-Ballinasloe-Dublin route. This follows the decision by the National Transport Authority not to introduce a new route to following Aircoach’s decision to cease operating on the route.

McDonagh criticises Council over vacant property inaction

Thu, May 02, 2024

John McDonagh, Labour local election candidate for Galway City Central Ward, has criticised the City Council for its lack of action in tackling the issue of unoccupied City Council housing properties in the city and its failure in making these properties available in a timely manner during a continuing housing crisis.

Ten years of remembering those who gave

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden had an event last Saturday in honour of its tenth anniversary, where hundreds gathered from across the country to remember and honour organ donors and their families.

Located in Salthill, The Circle of Life Garden has become a significant and special place of comfort for donor families over the last ten years. It is used as a centre of appreciation and reflection for donors, and a place of healing and hope for all those who visit.

Are you the ultimate Galway Races super fan?

Thu, May 02, 2024

After last year’s triumphant run, Galway Races have announced that applications are now open for their highly sought-after Brand Ambassador Programme 2024.

They are extending this exclusive opportunity to their dedicated fans, inviting you to express your interest in becoming a vital part of our social media squad for the Galway Races.

Rallying brings Raftery from Craughwell to Canaries

Thu, May 02, 2024

When Aoife Raftery recounts spinning her suped-up Peugeot around an unexpectedly wet bend on a rough gravel course in Czech Republic last year, her shoulders sway with the memory. Wearing a sleeveless top in the morning heat of Gran Canaria where this year’s 47th Rally Islas Canarias begins today, May 2, the muscle memory of fast gear changes twitches in her exposed fore arms.

Tender issued for design of new elective hospital in Merlin Park – Naughton

Thu, May 02, 2024

The HSE has issued a ‘request for tender’ for Phase 1 of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park in Galway. This tender is for an architect-led design team to provide architectural, design and engineering services and for a Project Control Team to support the HSE to manage, control and administer the design/construction programme. The HSE intends that the teams will be in place in the summer.

Welcoming the news, Minister Hildegarde Naughton said that the news is a significant step on the road to better healthcare for the people of Galway and the West,” the Minister said.

Calling all Galway Girls to run the mini-marathon

Thu, May 02, 2024

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute are asking Galway girls to join their team for this year’s Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon on Sunday, June 2.

Inis Iron Meáin - The original island road race celebrates 20 years this year

Thu, May 02, 2024

Inis Iron Meáin 2024 will take place on the island of Inis Meáin in the Aran Islands this Saturday, May 4. Celebrating its 20th year, Inis Iron Meáin is the original island road race which continues to attract hundreds of runners and spectators each year to the incredibly scenic island, with a record number of 550 participants at last year’s race.

Mayoral Ball raises over €65k for local charities

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Galway City Charity Mayoral Ball which took place last Friday night in the Galmont Hotel, was a massive success raising over €65k for five local charities.

Hosted by Mayor of Galway City, Cllr Eddie Hoare and his wife Pam, special guest on the night was newly elected Taoiseach Simon Harris and he gave a passionate address to the large Galway crowd of close to 600 people.

University of Galway reduces repeat exam fee by a third

Thu, May 02, 2024

University of Galway has announced a reduction to the fee for repeat examinations.

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Thu, May 02, 2024

Break-in in Salthill
Salthill Gardaí are investigating a burglary which occurred on Friday, April 26 between 12:30pm and 1:30pm in the Cnoc an Óir estate, Knocknacarra, Salthill.

Salthill Gardaí are investigating a burglary which occurred on Friday, April 26 between 12:30pm and 1:30pm in the Cnoc an Óir estate, Knocknacarra, Salthill.

Saoirse Ruane and Martin Horgan to be remembered at Cathaoirleach’s Gala Ball

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway, Cllr Liam Carroll has named local charities ACT for Meningitis and i4Life as the beneficiaries of the Cathaoirleach’s Gala Ball being held at The Clayton Hotel on Thursday May 16.

Galway RNLI called to rescue two people stranded on Hare Island

Thu, May 02, 2024

Galway RNLI’s volunteer crew were requested to launch by the Irish Coast Guard last Saturday following a report of two people stranded by the tide on Hare Island, which is located on inner Galway Bay.

Parsons seeks housing support for returning Irish emigrants

Thu, May 02, 2024

A scheme that would facilitate housing for Irish born emigrants who wish to return home has been proposed by Cllr. Evelyn Parsons.

The scheme would see Galway County Council agree to provide one age-friendly property per year in each electoral area to a returning Irish emigrant who has been approved by Safe Home Ireland, a not-for-profit charity which facilitates the desire for older Irish people to return home. The returning emigrant would also have their housing need assessed by the local authority and be approved for the social housing list.

Galway Educate Together School group visit Grattan Beach to learn about campaign

Thu, May 02, 2024

Last weekend Galway Educate Together National School, hosted a clean-up on Grattan Beach with ‘Think Before You Flush’, a campaign operated by Clean Coasts in partnership with Uisce Éireann. The purpose of the event was to inform the students on which items should and should not be flushed down the toilet, helping to protect their local environment and the coastal amenities of Salthill and Galway.

CBD brand pioneered by Galway entrepreneur Chanelle McCoy is first to gain food safety approval in UK

Thu, May 02, 2024

CBD brand Pureis®, founded by Loughrea woman Chanelle McCoy, has this week become the frist CBD product to gain a Positive Safety Assessment from the UK’s Food Standards Agency. This endorsement from the FSA Scientific Committee indicates that Pureis® Ultra Pure CBD has successfully fulfilled the rigorous criteria necessary to progress to the final stage of the Novel Food Licensing process.

Irish language short film ‘Scríofa sna Réaltaí’ to represent Ireland at Catalonia Film Festival

Thu, May 02, 2024

The 16th annual Film Fest Petaluma in California will showcase a diverse selection of short films from 14 countries, including Ireland. One of the standout entries from over 1,000 submissions is the Irish language short film ‘Scríofa sna Réaltaí / Written in the Stars’, directed by Vincent Gallagher and produced by Sin É Films.

This heartfelt film follows the inspiring journey of Seán, a nine-year-old neurodivergent boy, who dreams of acting despite the challenges he faces. With unwavering determination and the support of his family, Seán decides to audition for his school play in this uplifting tale about defying the odds and overcoming one’s limitations.

Marine Institute commits to ambitious climate targets with installation of solar PV systems

Thu, May 02, 2024

In late 2023, the Marine Institute launched its second updated Climate Action Roadmap. Sustainability and meeting climate challenges are core to the Marine Institute strategy, Ocean Knowledge that Transforms and Inspires, which results in priority, impetus and resourcing being given to delivery of the Climate Action Roadmap. The Roadmap outlines the project pipeline and operational measures being taken to work towards ambitious 2030 and 2050 climate targets.

As part of this, the Institute sought to enhance its decarbonisation programme. The Marine Institute is now generating onsite renewable energy having installed two solar PV rooftop systems. 783 panels, producing up to 291,611 kWh/year of electricity, have been installed in the Institute’s Oranmore, Co. Galway Headquarters and a smaller 76 panel system, producing c. 29,395 kWh per year, was installed in the Newport, Co. Mayo facilities.

Galway kidney recipient from 1979 — ‘it changed my life’

Thu, May 02, 2024

Bernie Glynn, from Ballylee, Co Galway, received a kidney from a deceased donor 45 years ago. She has put her name to the Irish Kidney Association’s drive to increase posthumous organ donation.

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