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Known nationally as the City of the Tribes, family has been at the core of Galway's development for centuries transforming what was once a small fishing town into the beating heart of the west of Ireland. So, who were the 14 influential families who laid the groundwork for Galway's success?

In a unanimous vote of all 16 councillors present in City Hall last Monday, a motion was carried that the City Council will not welcome any future visits to Galway by Netanyahu, Israel’s president Isaac Herzog, or ministers and ambassadors of the current administration after its military incursions into Lebanon.

Demolition of the 1970s-era Defence Forces’ former University Students’ Accommodation Complement (USAC) building located behind the Garrison Church in Renmore began in 2022, with a modern 69-bed residence slated for completion on the site in April earlier this year.

Despite facing notable ‘staffing shortages and complex social and economic challenges, COPE Galway’s work supported 3,427 people in the Galway community last year, it has been revealed in its annual report.

But for one night only, that is what is happening in the Town Hall Theatre. The dapper Dublin comedian is hosting a night with some of the best funnywomen in Ireland, on Thursday, October 24, to display all their (to borrow a phrase from Ru Paul) charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent.

Looking for something a little different for your Christmas party this December? Then why not book some tables at the award-winning Blackrock Cottage in Salthill for a lovely evening of food, fun and festive cheer with work colleagues, friends or family. The beautifully restored Cottage — which was voted Best Restaurant in Galway earlier this year — will be hosting Christmas party nights on Thursday, December 5, Thursday, December 12 and Thursday, December 19.

Galway City East Councillor Alan Cheevers claims a whispering campaign about his health was waged to dissuade delegates from voting for his candidacy as a Dáil hopeful.

Fianna Fáil has confirmed Cllr John Connolly and Gráinne Seoige have been selected to contest the next General Election in the Galway West constituency.

Finding the right venue to celebrate a special occasion with family or friends, or to wine and dine business clients or work colleagues in comfort and privacy, is easier said than done sometimes. But the team behind the award-winning Blackrock Cottage restaurant in Salthill are delighted to announce that the picturesque venue is now available to hire for private parties and events.

Researchers at University of Galway are working with indigenous peoples deep in the Colombian Amazon to document their story -building on the legacy of Roger Casement.