Carna an Cheoil agus na nAmhrán airs on New Year’s Day
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
TG4 welcomes the New Year with Carna an Cheoil agus na nAmhrán, a documentary that takes viewers on a journey through the rich musical and cultural heritage of Carna in Connemara.
Read more ...Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2025 now oscailte for nominations
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Cathaoirleach of Gaillimh le Gaeilge, Dr. John Breslin, announced that Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2025, is now officially open for nominations. He made the announcement at the annual Lón Nollag Chairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge which was held on Thursday, 19th December in The Skeff Late Bar & Kitchen, Eyre Square, Galway.
Among the attendees were; Bord Stiúrtha Ghaillimh le Gaeilge, members of Coiste Logainmneacha Chathair na Gaillimhe, Gradam sponsors, local business leaders, and Cairde members, who support Gaillimh le Gaeilge year-round. The Cathaoirleach also announced the sponsors for Gradam 25: Galway Advertiser, TG4, Galway Chamber, Galway Bay FM, Fáilte Ireland, Computer Troubleshooters, Platform 94, Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, Ollscoil na Gaillimhe and Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Read more ...Music for Galway’s Ravel celebration to lift your spirits in January
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Following Music for Galway’s survey of the works of Gabriel Fauré in January 2024, another French composer comes under the spotlight at the 22nd Midwinter Festival from 17 th to 19th January 2025, this time the exquisitely inventive Maurice Ravel. Born 150 years ago to a Swiss engineer father and a Basque mother, Ravel was internationally regarded as France’s greatest living composer in the 1920s and 1930s.
His best-known work remains the hypnotic “Boléro” and the festival concludes with a new imagining of the work for piano duet and dance artist, in partnership with Galway Dance.
Read more ...Galway-based film to be screened on TG4 tonight
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
A film produced by two Galway brothers Luke and Jake Morgan will have its TV premiere on TG4 tonight December 23. Froggie is an independent comedy feature film about two brothers set in Galway. The film premiered at the Galway Film Fleadh and took the Best Film prize at Worcester Film Festival 2024.
Read more ...Christmas wedding viewings at Galway Bay Hotel
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Choosing a venue for your wedding is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. Galway Bay Hotel is a uniquely situated venue, providing you with the most elegant & breathtaking setting to host your wedding.
Read more ...Check in on elderly neighbours this Christmas
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
National mental health charity Turn2Me is urging people across Ireland to check in on their elderly neighbours over Christmas. The festive season can be a difficult time for elderly people who may be living alone, facing mobility challenges, or grieving the loss of loved ones. A simple gesture of kindness could make a big difference to their mental health during this time of year.
Read more ...A heartfelt thank you from Salthill Hotel
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
As they wrap up 2024, the team at the Salthill Hotel want to take a moment to thank you— their valued guests and clients—for your incredible support throughout the year.
Read more ...Generous Galwegians lead the way as Galway named world’s ‘most giving county’
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Galway has been crowned the most generous county in the world for 2024, solidifying its reputation for community spirit and kindness. This distinction comes from statistics released by GoFundMe, the global crowdfunding platform, which also named Ireland the ‘most generous country in the world’ for the sixth consecutive year.
Read more ...Tommy Fleming Galway concert to air on TG4
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Tommy Fleming: Live in Galway Cathedral will air on TG4 on Monday December 30 at 7.15pm.
Read more ...Win €100,000 this Christmas in Galway Rape Crisis Centre fundraiser
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
One lucky person will win an incredible €100,000 this Christmas in the hugely exciting Galway Rape Crisis Centre fundraiser win100grand.ie. The draw will take place on Saturday, December 28 at GRCC headquarters. All proceeds from ticket sales are going to the development of their new home in the Claddagh.
Read more ...Connacht Hospitality Group has been named as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
The Connacht Hospitality Group has officially been certified as a Great Place to Work, after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Institute Ireland. The accreditation process is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the workplace experience.
Read more ...Rally dates for 2025
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
The 47th Galway International Rally will take place on Saturday, February 1 and Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Read more ...Active Travel Scheme along Thomas Hynes Road most welcome, says Hoare
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Transport Infrastructure Ireland this month confirmed that a new Active Travel Scheme along Thomas Hynes Road from the Browne Roundabout to the old Westwood Junction will be progressed in the coming months.
Read more ...And so it is Christmas....
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Normally at this time of the year, as people head away for the holidays, I end up being the last one to lock the door or switch on the alarm as I leave this building. A place normally so busy, but on those days you get to thinking about the year just past, and the possibilities of what lies ahead past the stroke of midnight on Wednesday week.
Read more ...Connacht Hospitality Group has been named as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
The Connacht Hospitality Group has officially been certified as a Great Place to Work, after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Institute Ireland. The accreditation process is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the workplace experience.
Read more ...IFI appeals for the public to report salmon poachers this Christmas
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Inland Fisheries Ireland(IFI) is appealing to people to report sightings of salmon poaching, or other illegal fishing activity, over Christmas.
Read more ...Maritime bodies warn about water safety for festive dips
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
Ahead of this week's Christmas swims taking place across the city and county, the Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI have urged the public to remain cautious while in or near water during the festive season.
With festive dips and swims becoming more and more popular annually, Christmas day dippers, routine swimmers and those intending to enjoy a coastal walk over the upcoming celebration period have been asked to be 'mindful of the potential risks' and to 'put safety first'.
Read more ...HSE in Galway preparing for significant increases in influenza and respiratory illness
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
Health services in Galway are preparing for further significant increases in influenza and respiratory illness in the coming days and weeks. The impact of flu circulating in the community has a direct impact on the capacity of health services, both in hospitals and in primary and community care settings.
Read more ...Maritime organisations urge public to put safety first while in the water this Christmas
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
Ahead of next week's Christmas swims taking place across the county, the Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI have urged the public to remain cautious while in or near water during the festive season.
Read more ...Ring in 2025 with Galway city’s Family Festive Féile
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
Galway city is set to light up in celebration of New Year’s Eve once again with the return of the Family Festive Féile, an enchanting event designed for all ages.
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