Is the Galway City Ring Road really the answer?
Thu, May 16, 2024
As we get nearer to the election, many candidates will promise the Galway City Ring Road (GCRR) as the solution to Galway’s chronic traffic problems. Any solution to the traffic has to involve fewer car journeys, but the GCRR will not achieve that.
Read more ...Jackie Ui Chionna’s Queen of Codes shortlisted for esteemed historical biography prize
Thu, May 16, 2024
Galway historian and author Jackie Ui Chionna has been shortlisted for the esteemed Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography 2024 award for her book Queen of Codes, on the extraordinary life of Emily Anderson.
Read more ...An Bord Pleanala to recommence ring road planning assessment this autumn, says Connolly
Thu, May 16, 2024
Cllr John Connolly has been advised that the Road’s Project Office will provide updated information to An Bord Pleanala by September 20.
Read more ...The 50 Plus Show - the lifestyle event for older people
Thu, May 16, 2024
Interested in taking up a new hobby or pastime? The 50 Plus Show is Ireland’s only dedicated national consumer event for older people.
Read more ...Residents of Renmore demand action to alleviate traffic congestion and improve infrastructure says Ogbu
Thu, May 16, 2024
During recent canvassing efforts in Renmore, Labour Party candidate Helen Ogbu engaged with residents who expressed growing concerns about traffic congestion and inadequate infrastructure in their neighbourhood.
Read more ...Carnmore writer to launch first book of interviews next week
Thu, May 16, 2024
They say the universe is a joint product of the observer and the observed. Those who are watched and those who watch. One provides the material for the other. Fascinating lives fascinate people. The story of how one half of the world performs and the other half of us absorbs that and records it.
Read more ...Lelia’s birthday skydive raises eleven times her target for Médecins Sans Frontières
Thu, May 16, 2024
Human dynamo Lelia Doolan proved that age is just a number when she marked her 90th birthday with a weekend sky dive from a plane flying over Offaly.
Read more ...Explore world of beauty at Georgina Price College of Beauty Therapy open day
Thu, May 16, 2024
Taking place on Saturday, May 18 from 11am until 1pm, the Georgina Price College of Beauty Therapy Open Day provides a perfect opportunity for aspiring beauty professionals to learn more about the industry, while visiting the newly upgraded college facilities at Liosbán Business Park.
Read more ...Galway Martial Arts Club celebrates 40 years of karate
Thu, May 16, 2024
2024 is a historic year for local martial arts club Galway Shotokan Karate Club (GSKC) as it celebrates 40 years of bringing karate training to children and adults in Galway.
Read more ...Sensor lights for nighttime running in Westside
Thu, May 16, 2024
One of the final acts of the current Galway City councillors was to approve planning permission for 20 floodlights at Westside Running Track.
Read more ...Seashore event celebrates the biodiversity of An Cheathrú Rua
Thu, May 16, 2024
The local community of An Cheathrú Rua is being invited to participate in a Seashore Bio-Blitz, Scavenger Hunt and Litter Beach Clean-up in Trá an Dóilín on Friday May 24.
Read more ...Football pop-up shop back in west this weekend
Thu, May 16, 2024
Ireland’s best football pop up shop – The Bottomless Pit of Football returns for two day’ this May on Saturday May 18 and Sunday 19 at The Clock Tavern Westport, Co Mayo.
Read more ...Ballyloughane walkway should be open soon says Crowe
Thu, May 16, 2024
BY JAMIE CONLON
Councillor MJ Crowe confirmed this week that he is hopeful that the walkway difficulties in Ballyloughane will be resolved soon.
Arts Festival launch heralds Galway’s summer
Thu, May 16, 2024
The Galway International Arts Festival launched the annual programme for its 48th summer extravaganza in Bohermore’s Dean Hotel this week.
Read more ...Develop your sea legs and learn about sailing at upcoming free event
Thu, May 16, 2024
Like any sport, taking that first step to get involved can be daunting, but also can lead to a lifetime of reward of physical activity and lifelong friendships.
Read more ...Tribesmen Rowing Club host ‘Adult Introduction to Rowing Camp’
Thu, May 16, 2024
Tribesmen Rowing Club recently hosted an ‘Adult Introduction to Rowing Camp’, led by Janet Kehelly and her army of volunteers.
Read more ...A festival of outdoor painting in Kinvara, Thoor Ballylee, and the Burren next month
Thu, May 16, 2024
Is your home missing an original painting of a local scene? Wait no longer! Art enthusiasts will be gathering on Kinvara Quay on Sunday, June 2 at 6pm for an unique opportunity to buy amazing hot-off-the-easel original paintings.
Read more ...Gaelforce River Fest 2024 celebrates adventure in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands
Thu, May 16, 2024
The picturesque town of Lanesborough in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands will host the exciting Gaelforce River Fest from May 17 to 18. Supported by Fáilte Ireland, this vibrant festival, set against the lush midlands countryside, invites adventurers and families to enjoy a weekend of dynamic outdoor activities and cultural experiences.
Read more ...A woman you don’t meet every day
Thu, May 16, 2024
There are people who do great things for their city by virtue of the position they hold; that an extra element of their public role enables them to do with ease the good things that make a difference to those who need a bit of a lift in life. These people are worthy and deserving of our acclamation for the good they do.
Read more ...Ballyburke causes major row in final city council meeting
Thu, May 16, 2024
Councillors were voting to approve plans for a community retail centre, creche, cafe, outdoor ampitheatre, 84 south-facing social housing units with sea views, and a landscaped plaza behind Colaiste na Corribe secondary school off the Ballymoneen Road.
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