NUI Galway microbiologists launch new online teaching initiative

Thu, May 30, 2019

Microbiologists at NUI Galway are putting the subject in the spotlight with the recent launch of an ambitious student-centred, video-teaching initiative.

The project showcases a range of techniques that are routinely performed in microbiology teaching and research laboratories.

Both GAA players associations sign scholarship deal with GMIT

Thu, May 30, 2019

The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) and the Women’s Gaelic Players Association (WGPA) have announced a number of new scholarships open to members of the organisations, in association with Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT). The scholarships are jointly funded by GMIT and the associations.

Mrs Doyle’s Tea Party raises €13,400 for Malawi project

Thu, May 30, 2019

Mrs Doyle’s Tea Party which took place in our house just over three weeks ago in Stradbally North, Clarinbridge was an outstanding success. To date €13,464.08 has been raised so far for Project Malawi with more contributions to come.

130 People to swim across Galway Bay this July

Thu, May 30, 2019

Now in its 14th year, the Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West returns to the waters of Galway Bay this July.

From robotics to Harry Potter - Foróige STEAM event a hit with young people

Thu, May 23, 2019

More than 200 young people from across Connacht aged between seven and 17 attended the Foróige's first Regional Youth STEAM fair in the UNESCO ILAS Centre in NUI Galway.

Street entertainment 'central' to Galway’s 'success as a thriving city' says Boyle

Thu, May 23, 2019

Street entertainment is central to Galway’s "success as a thriving city, and its attractiveness to visitors", according to Labour Galway City East candidate, Liam Boyle, who has pledged his opposition to the controversial busking bye-laws.

Make Galway 'employment friendly' for those with disabilities, says Boyle

Thu, May 23, 2019

Making Galway city 'employment friendly' for those with disabilities must become a major priority of the new council after May 24, a Labour candidate has said.

Farrell calls for greater investment in public buses to meet 'growing demand' in city

Thu, May 23, 2019

A jump of 13 per cent in passenger numbers on Bus Éireann services across the city, according to figures released this week, is "further evidence" that "proper investment" and a strategic plan to develop bus services in Galway is "urgently needed".

From robotics to Harry Potter - Foróige STEAM event a hit

Thu, May 23, 2019

people from across Connacht aged between seven and 17 attended the Foróige’s first Regional Youth STEAM fair in the UNESCO ILAS Centre in NUI Galway.

We must protect Harkin’s legacy and thwart possibility of two FG MEPs, says Healy Eames

Thu, May 23, 2019

Voters in the Midlands North West should not let the great work of outgoing MEP Marian Harkin be undone in the next European Parliament, Fidelma Healy Eames has said.

Canney congratulates Galway County Council on EU WiFi grants

Thu, May 23, 2019

Galway East TD and Minister for Digital Development Seán Canney has congratulated Galway County Council on securing €45,000 in vouchers to install public WiFi hotspots around the county.

The awards to Galway are part of a European Union initiative which has seen Ireland receive a total of €1.2 million over two funding rounds.

Actress Pauline McLynn to be honoured at MADRA Dogathon

Thu, May 23, 2019

Actress Pauline McLynn will be honoured at the MADRA Paws on the Prom Dogathon taking place this weekend.

The man with two good feet who promises to do what it says on the tin

Thu, May 23, 2019

A sports injury specialist and former League of Ireland soccer player who is a local election candidate in Galway City Central promises “naked honesty” and pledges to work with anyone committed to the betterment of the city, if elected.

‘Go wild’ in Galway this Saturday

Thu, May 23, 2019

‘Go Wild’ is back this weekend for its fourth year running. This free festival of wildlife brings together a number of local Galway wildlife organisations to help us discover more about the wealth of wildlife on our doorstep.

The day starts bright and early with a dawn chorus at 4:30am at Silver Strand. BirdWatch Ireland’s John Lusby, who leads the dawn chorus said it is well worth setting your alarm for.

See awardwinning Vango tent at Outback Jacks display showroom

Thu, May 23, 2019

Outback Jacks have opened their awardwinning Vango Tent display showroom, at their shop in Ballybane, Galway.

The Galway store is the exclusive retailer for Family Vango Airbeam® Inflatable Tents in the west of Ireland.

Sweeney Oil wins Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2019

Thu, May 23, 2019

Following eighteen entries, thirteen finalists, four categories and two rounds of judging, Sweeney Oil, was announced by Seán Kyne TD, Príomh-Aoire an Rialtais agus Aire Stáit don Ghaeilge, don Ghaeltacht agus do na hOileáin as the overall winner of Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh for the year ahead.

Carroll calls for Fire Brigade HQ to be based at Galway Airport

Thu, May 23, 2019

Former County Mayor Liam Carroll, a candidate in the Athenry Oranmore Municipal District has called on the CEOs of Galway City and County to consider locate the headquarters of the Galway Fire Service at the old Galway Airport site in Carnmore.

Naughton welcomes sports equipment funding

Thu, May 23, 2019

More than €220,000 has been granted to sporting bodies in the Galway West constituency under the Government’s Sports Capital (Equipment Only) Scheme. This is separate to the non-equipment Sports Capital Grants, which will be announced in September.

Cleggan Airstrip approved for Alcock and Brown event, says Mannion

Thu, May 23, 2019

Eileen Mannion, Fine Gael Councillor for Connemara North has welcomed the approval for the use of the Cleggan Airstrip for a ‘fly in’ as part of the Alcock and Brown centenary commemoration.

Call for increased garda presence in Knocknacarra

Thu, May 23, 2019

Calls have been made for the provision of increased policing in the Salthill and Knocknacarra area, amid claims that the garda station at the resort is unfit for purpose.

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