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Cllr Frank Fahy’s proposal for the restoration of Menlo Castle has been met with resounding success as Galway City Council announces the receipt of €85,000 in heritage funding for this historic project.

The town of Galway was virtually an independent city state, self-contained politically and ecclesiastically, relying on its own resources as it was cut off from the central English authority until the 16th century. Then, the Tudors began to extend their influence westwards so that the city gradually came totally under their dominion. The real symbol of that growing influence was the fortifications, four in number, raised to defend this all-important location against all enemies, notably France and Spain.

Community Activist, advocate for gender equity and diversity, and Labour Party Candidate for Galway City East in the coming Local Elections, Helen Ogbu, extends a cordial invitation to the upcoming symposium titled ‘SHEroes – Promoting Women & Diversity in Politics’. This event is being organized following a successful grant application to Galway City Council, in collaboration with the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage and will take place on April 17 at 10:30am to 2:pm, in the Menlo Park Hotel.

A lack of filter lights is causing intolerable congestion at the Monivea Road-Connolly Avenue traffic lights near Mervue, according to local election candidate Helen Ogbu.

Her work ethic and track record have convinced Independent Cllr Terry O'Flaherty that she should run in this summer's local elections.

Former Mayor of Galway Noel Larkin has called for a General Election amid what he has said is the 'absolute madness' of proposed legislation regarding emigration and housing.

The team at the The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC) Galway office were thrilled to have the Mayor of Galway City Eddie Hoare visit and learn more about the work carried out by ISPCC and its suite of Childline services. They explained the several ways that children can access Childline, ISPCC’s 24/7 listening services.

The first Dominican Nunnery in Galway was founded 380 years ago, in 1644 in New Tower Street, now known as St Augustine Street. They were honoured with a visit from Papal Nuncio Rinucinni three years later. When the Cromwellians took over the city, the sisters were faced with two alternatives, to renounce their religious life and return to their families, or exile. They choose the latter and left for Spanish monasteries.

Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) embarked on a dynamic celebration of pride, inclusivity, and diversity this week, culminating in the unveiling of vibrant Pride-themed areas on its Athlone and Moylish campuses.

Ardán will host the FÍS Games Summit 2024 at Galway’s Portershed a Dó, Market Street on Friday, April 5.