Credit union mortgages available at Athenry Credit Union

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Athenry Credit Union has recently announced that they have entered the mortgage market, offering mortgages up to €200,000.

Buying a property can be a stressful process. What to buy (and where)? What can I afford (how much to bid)? When you’ve finally found what you’re looking for, you want to deal with a local lender directly and one that you can trust.

Animated movie made in Galway is top choice at UK Box Office

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Two by Two Overboard!, produced in Galway by Moetion Films was the highest grossing film at the UK box office for the second week in a row — no mean feat for an independent film to compete and win against the might of big-budget studio releases.

Tips for shopping online this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Halloween has come and gone and now everyone's mind is turning towards Christmas and more importantly what gifts to purchase. For some it is the best time of year; they revel in buying Christmas presents. For others, the festive period is a pain in the proverbial as they struggle to buy a present. Ultimately what happens is that they buy a present which they most likely purchased last year such as biscuits, pyjamas, and the ever reliable Lynx gift set.

But 2020's Christmas looks set to be completely different to others with the vast majority of presents to be purchased online. While some may say it is great as they will not be overcome by the throngs of people madly rushing about looking for a gift, others will feel the festive period will have a little less of yuletide magic.

Shop local online with McCambridges this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

McCambridges on Shop Street in Galway city is a name that is synonymous with Galway and great food in the west. After 25 years of creating the ideal Christmas hamper in store, customers can now order a McCambridges Christmas hamper through its online store.

Wildlands offering the gift of adventure this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

This year has really highlighted the importance of looking after our physical and mental health and what better way to treat loved ones or reward employees this Christmas than with the gift of an exhilarating adventure at Wildlands.

Give the gift of the Ardilaun's missed occasion voucher to loved ones this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

This year has been a little different for everyone; year after year, families and friends have come together at The Ardilaun Hotel in leafy Taylor’s Hill, to celebrate and mark those momentous occasions in life.

SockerClub is changing the image of socks for Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Inspired by a love of football and design, SockerClub was born to combine the iconic patterns of classic football jerseys and transfer them to make quality, bright and bold socks.

Enjoy a festive treat at the Harbour Hotel this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

The Harbour Hotel in the heart of the city has completed the final phase of its refurbishment works this year. All rooms have been completely upgraded with luxury features including air-conditioning, high definition TVs, bluetooth speakers, and mini – fridges.

Experience the Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Galway’s most prestigious five star hotel, Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate has undergone a significant investment programme this year.

The Galmont gift vouchers — your Christmas, all wrapped up

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

The Galmont has the perfect present solution this holiday season with its vouchers making the ideal Christmas gift for those difficult-to-buy-for members of the family or circle of friends.

Fantasy Football round eight preview

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

Round seven concluded at Elland Road on Monday night when Leicester gave league new boys Leeds, a reality check with a 4-1 thumping. The game summed up another game week packed with goals.

MartAid 2020: Farm safety and technology to the fore of new charity drive.

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

With Marts unable to operate as normal this year, technology is helping farmers to run their businesses while saving both time and money. MartEye was founded at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to help Marts and farmers buy and sell livestock online. Since launching only 6 months ago, Portershed based MartEye has grown at a phenomenal rate and is used in 40 marts across Ireland and the UK.

City opens online Book of Condolence in memory of Martin and Tom Oliver

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

An online Book of Condolence in memory of Martin and Tom Oliver who both passed away this week, has been opened on the Galway City Council website at https://www.galwaycity.ie/askgcc/index.php/512736?newtest=Y&lang=en

Students’ Union Kilometre Challenge starts today

Mon, Nov 02, 2020

NUI Galway Students’ Union (SU) today began its Kilometre Challenge which is the first of six charity challenges to raise funds for three Galway charities.

200 jobs for Galway as tech giant Diligent Corporation plans to open European hub

Mon, Nov 02, 2020

More than 200 jobs are to be created in Galway by a global technology company following the establishment of its European hub in the city.

Man dies after fishing boat got into difficulty in Galway Bay

Mon, Nov 02, 2020

One man has died after a fishing boat got into difficulty in Galway Bay this afternoon.

Falcons and bats know where they will live, but we don’t, worried residents tell road hearing

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

Plans for the nesting ledges of peregrine falcon and the flight paths of bats have been drawn up, yet there is little information as to how people will find new homes after their houses are demolished, the An Bord Pleanala oral hearing into the Galway City Ring Road was told yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon.

Go on, sign up for COPE Galway Business Sleep Out

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

For nine years, COPE Galway has been rallying business leaders to join together in solidarity against homelessness through its biggest annual fundraising event – The COPE Galway Business Sleep Out.

Lyons welcomes proposed road works at Seamus Quirke Road and Rahoon Road Junction

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

Galway City West and Knocknacarra Councillor Donal Lyons has welcomed this week’s announcement that Galway City Council intends to carry out road works at the Seamus Quirke Road/Rahoon Road Junction.

Tower operator pleads for Cappagh Road tower site to be retained

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

A 24m Vodafone telecommunications tower located off the Cappagh Road will be removed in its entirety and will impact on local coverage for networks including Eir and Three, as part of the road construction scheme, the An Bord Pleanala oral hearing into the Galway City Ring Road was told this week.

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