Charity’s proposal for Headford Road masterplan gets backing of fellow councillors

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

The stretch of the Headford Road, between Ballindooley and Clonboo is set for major renovations, following a proposal made this week by Independent councillor James Charity.

Virgin Media introduces new bundles and new prices - Eyre Square Shopping Centre!

Tue, Mar 12, 2019

It's never been a better time to be a Virgin Media customer or to recommend Virgin Media to your mates. From now, new customers can get any of our TV, Broadband & Home Phone bundle for just €39 for the first 6 months. Selecting from our biggest entertainment bundle which includes Virgin Media customers get 100+ TV channels and access to our new 500Mbps lightning fast broadband service with a massive saving of up to €360. On the other hand, if you prefer something a little more streamlined - new customers can also opt for Virgin Media’s new broadband speed of 500Mbps for just €39 for the first 6 months, saving €180.

Undocumented Gort student appeals for university chance

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

A young Leaving Cert student from Gort has this week pleaded for a chance to attend university, something she cannot currently do because of her precarious status as an undocumented resident.

Busking by-laws are 'vague, expensive to enforce, and quite probably illegal'

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Despite a majority of public submissions being against the Galway City Council's proposed busking by-laws last year - conservatively more than 95 per cent against - the council proceeded to vote in the new laws, only to have them revoked recently, due to a technical error on the council's part.

Salmon Weir pedestrian bridge should instead by used for public transport

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

A Fianna Fáil candidate is calling for the proposed new pedestrian bridge over the River Corrib to be instead used for vehicles, especially for public transport, and for the Salmon Weir Bridge to become pedestrianised.

Galway poet falls foul of Jeremy Corbyn's shadow cabinet

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Galway poet Kevin Higgins is no stranger to satirising Blairites, and others on the right wing of the British Labour Party, but he recently found himself in the unusual position of upsetting members of Jeremy Corbyn's Shadow Cabinet.

Higgins demands action over illegal parking in Salthill

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Lenaboy Gardens, Emerson Avenue, Oaklands, and Beach Avenue are "blackspots for illegal parking" in Salthill, and the Galway City Council must take action to deal with this problem.

O'Reilly demands council take action on dog fouling

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

"Every pavement, every park, is covered with dog excrement in various states of decomposition. It’s not acceptable and the council needs to act.” This is the view of the Green Party's Pauline O'Reilly.

Ó Cuív demands approval for affordable housing funding

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy must immediately approve funding requests from the Galway City Council to develop affordable housing on local authority lands at Bóthar an Chóiste, Castlegar.

Galway hotels feel Brexit effect, says local IHF chairman

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Business sentiment amongst hotels and guesthouses in Galway and across the country has deteriorated sharply year on year, representing a start change in outlook compared with 2018, according to the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF). An industry survey undertaken by the IHF reveals that only 40 per cent of hoteliers nationally now have a positive outlook for their business over the next 12 months. This compares with 79 per cent who reported a positive outlook at the start of 2018.

Pálás Cinema wins two Civic Trust Awards

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

The Pálás Cinema was celebrating last weekend following winning two Civic Trust Awards at the 60th annual ceremony in Manchester - including a special award for community impact and engagement.

Tiny Traders village to relaunch in Nun’s Island Theatre

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

The much-enjoyed market Tiny Traders Village will be relaunching in their new location at the Nuns Island Theatre on Saturdays, commencing on March 16.

Tiny Traders Village founder Paul David Murphy said that he and the traders are delighted to be moving to “such a beautiful venue in what is one of the nicest parts of the city” while the board of the Galway Arts Centre who run the theatre said they are pleased to host a fanatastic and vibrant event that is supporting artists and the new Youth Arts Centre.

Claregalway to host fifth annual St Patrick’s Day Festival at Hughes’ courtyard

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Claregalway will be hosting its fifth annual St Patrick’s Day festival this year.

I won’t be using election posters for May poll, says Cubbard

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

A lot of debate took place recently regarding the use of election posters and the possibility of banning them ahead of the upcoming Local and European elections in May. During this debate I proposed an amendment that would see Galway City follow towns and cities in countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium and France where designated locations are more common rather than a plethora of posters taking up every lamp post and street corner in the city.

NUI Galway to stage explosive political farce dealing with police corruption

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

NUI Galway’s O’Donoghue Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance will from tonight (Thursday) stage Nobel Prize winning Italian playwright Dario Fo’s Accidental Death of the Anarchist in a translation by Simon Nye. The show runs from 7-9 March at 8pm with a special Sunday matinee on 10 March at 2pm.

Pathways event is major opportunity for students, teachers, and parents, says mayor

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

The Pathways colleges and careers event to be held in Galway on April 9 represents a major opportunity for students to arm themselves with the most information they need before deciding on their careers and choices, the Mayor of Galway said this week.

GMIT celebrates International Women’s Day with programme of open events

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology is holding a programme of public events and activities this week to mark International Women’s Day 2019 tomorrow (Friday). Events are taking place in all the institute’s campuses in Galway and Mayo.

Survivors of domestic abuse hailed for their ‘incredible’ strength

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

The “incredible” strength and resilience of women who survive abusive relationships was singled out for special praise this week by COPE Galway in the run up to International Women’s Day which takes place tomorrow (Friday).

Find out how to transform your home in an affordable way at home renovation event

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

The highlight of the event will be a talk by architect and TV broadcaster Declan O’Donnell, as well as other speakers such as interior designer Niamh O’Donovan. Admission is free but there are limited tickets available. Anyone thinking of attending can book through Eventbrite for an exciting afternoon of renovation information accompanied by cupcakes and tea.