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University of Galway launches Imirce database of Irish-American emigrant letters
University of Galway has launched Imirce, a digital repository of thousands of Irish emigrant letters and memoirs dating from the late 1600s through to the mid-20th century.
How one family's journey 'From Briarhill to Brooklyn' inspired a novel
Nearly two centuries after the Bodkin family embarked on their famine era journey to the United States, their descendent Jack Bodkin returned to Briarhill, driven by the desire to find the ancestral family home. In this article, Bodkin recounts the experience, his connection to the area and how his family's story inspired his novel, 'Briarhill to Brooklyn'.
Annual Phil Lynott Remembrance Night at Monroe’s Live
In 1972, Thin Lizzy catapulted to fame with the release of ‘Whiskey in the Jar,’ marking the onset of a career that would etch their name among Ireland's foremost bands.
Review of the sporting year
The colourful look back on the year of sport in Galway by Ralph O'Gorman has become an iconic part of the New Year's reflection on the event on and off the field and tracks over the past twelve months. Enjoy.
Critical infrastructure in Ireland faces heightened risks in 2024
Cybersecurity experts are issuing a stark warning about the heightened risk of cyber threats to critical infrastructure in the coming year. Raluca Saceanu, organiser of cybersecurity event Zero Day Con is voicing concern as she predicts cybercrime will become an integral component of warfare in 2024.
Harris suspects local involvement in Roscahill fire
The quiet community of Roscahill is reeling after international media focused on an arson attack on the village’s disused hotel which had been earmarked for refugee accommodation before Christmas.
Co Clare piper Tara Howley got her first big break with Riverdance
Piper Tara Howley tours to Galway
JP McMahon announced as recipient of 2023 Galway Chamber Business Person of The Year
Chef, restaurateur, author, playwright, founder and businessman JP McMahon has been announced as the Galway Chamber of Commerce President’s Award nominee in association with PwC. The award is presented to someone who has had an exceptional impact on Galway City, the region and their sector.
Wolfe Tones celebrate 60th anniversary with Galway Airport gig
After attracting huge crowds at this summer’s Electric Picnic, Traditional Irish music band The Wolfe Tones have announced a show in Galway Airport as part of the Galway Summer Sessions on Friday, August 23, 2024.