On the roads again ...

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

The state of the roads continues to be a major issue for the county, according to Fine Gael local election candidate for the Gort-Kinvara district, Fionn Kiely.

“I have seen this myself as I continue to meet people," he says. "Many are saying the current state of some of the roads in the area is ‘completely unacceptable'.

Lyra McKee death condemned at Easter Commemorations

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Sinn Féin honoured the Easter Rising of 1916 and those who gave their lives for an Irish Republic by organising a series of Easter Commemorations at the weekend.

'Time for a change' at Supermac’s Tuam

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Former Galway hurler Pete Finnerty has added a sporting theme to the newly-refurbished Supermac’s Tuam.

RTÉ RnaG and Galway United on the hunt for budding soccer commentators UniedUnitedUUnitedcommentators can shine with RTÉ RnaG and Galway United

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Interested in soccer, a secondary school pupil, and speak Irish? RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta and Galway United have joined forces to promote a soccer commentary competition for secondary school pupils.

The competition is open to budding soccer commentators in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. To apply students must write and record a 30-45 second report in Irish on the division one SSE Airtricity match between Galway United and Wexford which takes place on May 3, and to send it to [email protected] by Wednesday May 8.

Loughrea company continues to succeed through its Academy for Growth

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Neylons Facility Management, which employs more than 500 people, celebrated its 2019 Academy for Growth graduation at a special event in Loughrea recently.

If you go down to Merlin Woods, the fairy village is guaranteed to enchant

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

The annual Enchanted Merlin Fairy Walk takes place on Saturday at 2pm organised by the Friends of Merlin Woods,

Children will be delighted to explore the fairy villages for one day only as the fairies allow the Friends to enter their world and see the world they inhabit.

Election candidate 'livid' over 'extortionate' insurance quote for special school

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

A Social Democrats candidate for the Ballinasloe Municipal District has described as "extortionate" an insurance quotation of €26,000 which was given to a special school in Co Galway.

The figure received by St Teresa’s Special School in Creagh, Ballinasloe, which caters for 21 students, covers the insurance costs for a year. Local candidate and the father of a student attending the school, Ken Campbell, said the fee must be paid before May 1.

Tribeton to host Bushmills Black Bush Blended event

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

It is good news for those who love the smooth taste of Bushmills with Tribeton hosting a Black Bush Blended event next Thursday.

Walsh 'rubbishes' claims of 'downgrading' of Mervue Health Centre

Fri, Apr 19, 2019

Claims that services provided at Mervue health centre are to be downgraded, or that the centre itself is to be closed down, are "false rumours", according to Fine Gael city councillor, John Walsh.

Nearly half of State’s medical helicopter missions used UHG helipad in 2018

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

A total of 260 medical aircraft movements by the Irish Air Corps and Irish Coast Guard was recorded at University Hospital Galway's (UHG) helipad last year. The number represents 49 per cent of all medical helicopter missions in the State for 2018, which include emergency calls, transfers, and search and rescue.

Councillors defer decision on proposed fifty eight housing units to next month

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

The Galway City Council has deferred a decision to grant a Part 8 application for a proposed development of 58 residential units at Ballybaan More, on the east side of the city, until May.

McDonnell demands end of Moneenageisha junction 'no right turn' ban

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

A former mayor has demanded that turning restrictions on traffic be lifted at one of the busiest junctions on the east side of the city, on the basis that the current system is creating a danger for both pedestrians and motorists.

Walsh 'rubbishes' claims of 'downgrading' of Mervue Health Centre

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Claims that services provided at Mervue health centre are to be downgraded, or that the centre itself is to be closed down, are "false rumours", according to Fine Gael city councillor, John Walsh.

Community groups urge candidates to ensure 'equality is at the heart' of their campaigns

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Councillors seeking re-election and candidates standing for election to City Hall have been invited to declare their intention and commitment to ensure "equality is at the heart of their representation" and the work they will do in local government.

McDonagh calls on council to hire extra maintenance staff

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Vacant and boarded up houses can be made fit for occupation again - thereby making some properties available for social housing - but only if the Galway City Council starts hiring additional maintenance staff.

Cheerleaders fly the Irish Flag at World championships

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Irish Cheerleaders Stuntworx Elite Alliance, who train in Galway twice weekly, will once again travel to the USA to take part in the Cheerleading Worlds later this month.

The team, formed in 2015, won the first Irish club level invitation in 2016 to compete at the Cheerleading Worlds, the closest thing to the Olympics, and attended Worlds in 2017 and 2018.

Family Easter fun and hunt for COPE Galway

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

COPE Galway and the Eyre Square Shopping Centre are teaming up to provide a fun-packed Easter Saturday with games and activities for all the family.

Connemara walking festival offers insight into Leenane

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

The Connemara Mountain Walking Festival, which takes place May 3 to 5, celebrates its 11th anniversary with a series of exhilarating walks and talks.

Valeo workers support Western Alzheimers

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Diarmuid Doherty, general site manager of Valeo, presents a cheque to Western Alzheimers.

Same day voting for islanders is on the way

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Ireland’s Island residents will soon be able to vote on the same day as the rest of the country.

The Minister for Gaeilge, the Gaeltacht and the Islands, Sean Kyne, says Government approval for legislation on a voting bill has been confirmed that ensures island communities votes in elections and referendums on the same day as the rest of the country.

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