Upgraded Rinville walkway could become official part of Wild Atlantic Way

Thu, Jul 19, 2018

An application is to be lodged by Galway County Council to the Department of Rural and Community Development for funding which would allow the substantial upgrading of the Rinville Walkway in Oranmore, preparing the way for it to become part of the Wild Atlantic Way experience.

Carraroe residents revive their campaign against proposed sewage treatment plant

Thu, Jul 19, 2018

The local community living near Sruthán Pier in An Cheathrú Rua have revived their campaign to stop a sewage and wastewater treatment plant being located beside the scenic pier.

Uachtarán Michael D Higgins - 'The right man for the job'

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D Higgins, has "represented Ireland brilliantly abroad", and in his values, ideals, and vision, is what is needed now at home and abroad, during this era of political turmoil and the rise of far-right populism on the continent.

Save Rusheen Bay water sports school from developers, local group urges

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Rusheen Bay, one of Galway city's main water sports amenities, is being auctioned on Friday July 20 and risks being “lost forever unless people act fast”, according to a group of water sports enthusiasts, now seeking to buy the school.

Public meeting on racism, borders, and refugees

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The distressing scenes recently of children separated from their parents at the US-Mexico border, the European response to the migrant crisis, and questions about Ireland's Direct Provision system, have raised serious questions around racism, borders, and political responses.

'The right man for the job'

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D Higgins, has "represented Ireland brilliantly abroad", and in his values, ideals, and vision, is what is needed now at home and abroad, during this era of political turmoil and the rise of far-right populism on the continent.

The Mayor of Galway, Labour city councillor Niall McNelis, has welcomed Uachtarán Higgins' statement, issued on Tuesday, confirming he will "be offering himself as an Independent candidate, under Article 12.4.4 of Bunreacht Na hÉireann", when the Ministerial Order for a Presidential Election is made later in the year.

After seven years of presidency, he’s still our Michael D

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

It comes as little surprise that Michael D Higgins has declared his intention to contest the presidency of Ireland for a second term - some 52 years since the incumbent Eamon de Valera won a second term before leaving leaving office at 90 years of age.

Councillors slam student housing development report for Westwood Hotel

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Galway city councillors have slammed the application for the proposed student housing development at the Westwood Hotel site in Dangan.

Discover the magic of Coole Park with a Sunday walk

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Discover the magic that drew WB Yeats to Coole Park for 20 summers, and join a free nature walk on Sunday (July 15).

The walk in the former estate of Lady Gregory, is suitable for all ages, and will start from the visitor centre and will last approximately an hour and a half. Dogs are not permitted on guided walks, except guide dogs.

Locals look to save Rusheen Bay water sports school from developers

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Rusheen Bay, one of Galway city's main water sports amenities, is being auctioned on Friday July 20 and risks being “lost forever unless people act fast”, according to a group of water sports enthusiasts, now seeking to buy the school.

Council calls for ratification of The Convention against Trafficking in Human Organs

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The Galway City Council will call on the Government to ratify The Convention against Trafficking in Human Organs.

The Convention was adopted by the Council of Europe on July 9 2014 in order to criminalise illegal organ transportations.

New psychiatric unit signals a new era in mental health service delivery

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

T he new acute adult mental health unit, which opened in the grounds of University Hospital Galway recently, represents a major step forward for local psychiatric services, the former chairperson of the HSE West's regional health forum said this week.

Increase in number of fines for parking illegally in disabled spaces

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The number of Garda fines for motorists who park illegally in disabled parking spaces has doubled in Galway in the past five years, according to a local disability campaigner.

Improved rail services is key to west’s development

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Improved rail services and better connectivity to Dublin are key to economic development in the west of Ireland, according to Green Party candidate for Galway West, Pauline O'Reilly.

Galway City Council to support #Makewayday campaign

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The Galway City Council has agreed to support the the establishment of an annual Make Way Day taking place on September 26 2018.

Galway county playgrounds benefit from funding

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Five playgrounds in County Galway are to receive funding of €242,500.

Still time to volunteer for Galway arts festival 2018

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

The Galway International Arts Festival gets underway this Monday, July 16, but there is still time to volunteer at the festival - the largest to date in the event's 41 year history.

Late night buses for festival fans

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Bus Éireann is accommodating festival fans with night weekend services on two key city routes for the upcoming Galway International Arts Festival,

Building bridges in the community

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

A voluntary organisation which runs workshops and programmes on confidence building, leadership skills, personal growth, and organisational development in the city is spearheading a fundraising drive to support its work.

Psychiatric services inadequate, says local TD

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Patients in need of psychiatric treatment are walking out of the emergency department of University Hospital Galway because of the overcrowding problem at the facility, according to a local TD.

"It is clear the existing service is at crisis point," insists Deputy Catherine Connolly. "This is necessitating ongoing visits by the Mental Health Commission who have repeatedly highlighted the inadequacies of the service."

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