COP25 Time to Act

Wed, Dec 04, 2019

As I write this, 200 world leaders are gathered in Madrid for COP25, the UN’s annual meeting on climate change. If you haven’t heard of COP (Conference of the Parties) you might have heard of the Kyoto Protocol which came out of COP3 in 1997. Or The Paris Agreement, the result of the 21st meeting, COP21, held in Paris in 2015.

Monroe’s Late Bar & Music Venue turns 10 years old.

Wed, Dec 04, 2019

Monroe’s has been a cornerstone in the Westend of Galway City since 1964. Originally, the ‘New Manhattan Bar’, John and Margaret Monroe returned from New York City to open the bar to great excitement as the first Galway bar to have table service, a ‘Ladies Lounge’ and a ‘Singing Lounge’.

Galway business, GoBus.ie awarded the prize for Coach Operator of the Year 2020 - Intercity category at the Fleet Bus & Coach Awards.

Fri, Nov 29, 2019

On Thursday 14th of November, Galway’s GoBus.ie added to their impressive list of awards and accolades as they won Coach Operator of the year 2020 – Intercity at the Fleet Bus & Coach Awards.

More menu choices and shorter waiting times on the cards for UHG

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Patients at University Hospital Galway can look forward to shorter waiting times for ward admissions and expanded menu choices in the coming year, as the west’s biggest hospital focuses on the main recommendations of an inpatient study.

Hanley calls for 'Street School' to be piloted in Galway

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Galway should follow the example of Malahide and introduce the 'school street' traffic calming concept which involves restricting motorised traffic outside schools at drop off and pick up times.

GAAW to hold vigil marking the link between militarism and climate change

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Galway Alliance Against War will mark Global Climate Action Day with a vigil at the junction of Shop Street/Mainguard Street tomorrow from 12.30 to 1.30pm, marking the link between militarism and climate change.

Galway to host Palestine solidarity actions this weekend

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Tomorrow is International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, and events will take place in Shop Street and Mainguard Street and again on Sunday outside the Franciscan Abbey.

Cheevers welcomes FF Bill to set aside land for first time buyers

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Galway's local authorities will have the power to earmark land specifically for first time buyers, if a new Fianna Fáil Bill, which sets aside 30 per cent of zoned land aside for first-time buyers, is passed in the Dáil.

Farrell demands 'more gardaí on the beat' to tackle anti-social behaviour on city's east side

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

It is "madness" that a new major Garda HQ for Galway has opened on the east side of the city, but there are "deep anti-social problems" causing distress to people in areas "within a few minutes drive of it".

Galway Autism Partnership hosts Infinity Ball this weekend

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Galway will play host to Ireland's first autism-friendly ball this Saturday in the Ardilaun Hotel. This event is organised by Galway Autism Partnership, with proceeds from the night going to the locally based charity.

Islanders to be consulted on new national islands policy

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

People living on the Aran Islands and Inishbofin are to consulted on the development of the Government's new national policy for the islands, Aire don Ghaeilge, don Ghaeltacht agus do na hOileáin, Seán Kyne, has confirmed.

Charting our way towards more sustainable waters

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Like most counties, Galway is coastal, and beyond it stretches a large swathe of sea that forms part of Ireland’s maritime area. The coast and seas possess environmental and social treasures: a diverse ecosystem, a range of recreational opportunities such as swimming, fishing and sailing, important parts of the tourist mix offered by the county.

The maritime area of Galway and beyond also holds great economic value. Last year, Ireland’s ocean economy provided employment for over 34,000 full-time equivalents, a 13% rise on the 2016 figure. It had a turnover of €6.2 billion through activities such as seafood and tourism. Huge economic opportunities in areas such as renewable energy - critical to Ireland’s clean, decarbonised future – remain untapped in our waters.

Launch of new charity to support St Bernadette’s Paediatric Unit at UHG

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Galway Sick Kids Foundation was officially launched last week in Tom Sheridans, Knocknacara. The charity was established in June 2017 and achieved charitable status in March last year.

NUI Galway becomes officially designated a University of Sanctuary

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

NUI Galway was this week designated as an official University of Sanctuary, requiring it to be more inclusive to refugees, asylum seekers, and Travellers, and scholarships have been offered to members of these groups to attend the university.

Galway Autism Partnership Infinity Ball this weekend

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Galway will play host to Ireland’s first autism-friendly ball this Saturday in the Ardilaun Hotel. This event is organised by Galway Autism Partnership, with proceeds from the night going to the locally based charity.

Galway schools to benefit from Summer 2020 works scheme

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

A total of 41 primary and secondary schools across County Galway will benefit from improvement and enhancement works due to grants from the €30 million national Summer Works Scheme.

‘I’m in my own little paradise now’

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The realities of life on the streets, sleeping in doorways, in old sheds, in dark damp corners where the ill-wind blowing in from the bay always finds a way to find you. Living a half-life in the half light of a city that you think doesn’t care. You walk through the streets, almost invisible. If they see you, they don’t look for fear you will ask them for something they cannot give, like time, or a kind word, or a smile.

Time to educate ourselves about online impact on children, says Crowe ahead of information meeting

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

A meeting titled ‘Safe use of the Internet for Children and Teenagers’ is to be held in the city on Monday next. The event, organised by Fianna Fail councillor Ollie Crowe will brief parents and guardians on the significant challenges young people are faced with daily via their online activity.

The meeting being is being held in the Clayton Hotel this coming Monday December 2 at 8pm and will hear from a number of experts who will outline their professional experiences and learnings.

Loan approved to purchase land for more housing

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

A loan of €10 million has been approved by the Galway County Council to purchase land for more social and affordable housing.

Major transformation of Headford lights

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The commencement of the installation of new LED lighting in Headford has been welcomed by a Galway county councillor.

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