Remember Judy Greene's contribution to life and Galway by lighting her work this week

Fri, Nov 15, 2024

Judy Greene who passed away on Sunday after a long battle with cancer was an extraordinary person, and someone I am incredibly proud to have called a friend for over forty years.

Sad search continues for Galway swimmer

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Almost 120 civilian ‘walkers’ logged in with Garda incident control, with another 100 estimated on the scene. Scores of uniformed Civil Defence and Coast Guard volunteers are coordinating a coastal search with RNLI assets, kayakers and private boats.

Relove Fashion competition sews up interest from city students

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Galway City Council has said it it delighted to fund the Relove Fashion competition for young people of secondary school age across the city. This is a national sustainable fashion competition with the city already having 15 schools/youth groups signed up.

Minister Rabbitte announces two Galway Special Schools as part of in-school therapy pilot

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East and Minister for Disability, Anne Rabbitte, this week announced the inclusion of Rosedale School, Renmore, and St. Teresa’s Special School, Ballinasloe, in the second phase of the HSE led enhanced in-school therapy supports pilot.

Seoige’s scaremongering about Galway cancer services deeply irresponsible, says Madden

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Gráinne Seoige’s comments about cancer services in Galway are deeply irresponsible and only serve to scaremonger patients and their families, a Fine Gael General Election candidate has said.

Common sense immigration policy needed says ‘vilified’ Thomas

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

The Independent Ireland candidate for Galway West, Noel Thomas, has said that the practice of private companies profiteering from immigration needs to come to an end, that IPAS centres should subject to the planning process and that a common sense immigration policy needs to be implemented immediately.

Connolly receives further update on Park & Ride strategy

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Park and Ride is essential to addressing the rush hour traffic issues facing motorists coming into Galway City, says Fianna Fáil candidate in the General Election, Cllr John Connolly.

Grealish calls for end to discrimination against Galway people without children

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Thousands of people in Galway are being treated like second class citizens – just because they do not have children, Galway West TD Noel Grealish has claimed.

Sinn Féin would abolish USC for majority of workers across Galway – O’Hara

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Sinn Féin General Election candidate for Galway East, Cllr Louis O’Hara, has said that Sinn Féin in Government would abolish the USC on the first €45,000 you earn, meaning that the majority of workers across Galway will not pay any USC on their income.

Daly calls for interagency task force to drive investment and industry growth in Ballinasloe

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Dr. Martin Daly, a well-known GP in Ballygar and candidate in the upcoming general election for the Roscommon-Galway constituency, has called for the establishment of an interagency task force to explore and drive investment opportunities in Ballinasloe. Dr. Daly, after extensive canvassing across the area, emphasised the untapped potential of Ballinasloe, describing it as the “forgotten town of the region” in terms of investment and industry development.

Mountaineer Dermot Somers to launch new book in Galway

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Mountaineer and broadcaster Dermot Somers will launch his new book, Uncommon Ground: Adventures with Outsiders in Remarkable Terrain in Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop, Galway on Friday, November 22.

Connemara bus shelter wins Age Friendly Transport Award

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

A Galway County Council project designed to improve accessibility and user comfort at bus stops serving rural Gaeltacht communities in south Connemara has won the Age Friendly Transport Award at a gala ceremony held at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Santry, Dublin.

Town Centre plan for An Cheathrú Rua announced

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Galway County Council and Údarás na Gaeltachta have announced a significant partnership to develop a Town Centre First (TCF) Plan for An Cheathrú Rua, set to commence in 2025.

Renowned London Welsh Male Choir to perform in Galway this weekend for Croi

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

The renowned London Welsh Male Choir will this weekend perform a special fundraising concert at Galway Cathedral to support Croí, the Heart & Stroke Charity.

Lunch in Style event hears of the benefit of our hospices

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

There are few of us who have not been affected by cancer either directly or indirectly and many of us have experienced first-hand the invaluable services provided by Galway Hospice and Mayo Roscommon Hospice. Edel Hyland, her family and friends fall into both categories.

Dooctor.ie: convenient online healthcare services available daily

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Dooctor.ie provides accessible healthcare across Ireland through its comprehensive online and in-clinic services. For those times when visiting a clinic is difficult, Dooctor.ie’s online doctors are available every day from 10am to 10pm, allowing patients to connect with a GP from anywhere without the need for travel or waiting.

The online service is designed to address a wide range of healthcare needs, including consultations for common health concerns, repeat prescriptions, mental health support, and referrals to specialists.

Bradbury & Connolly Hot School Meals proving a hit

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

HotSchoolMeals.ie is a Galway family run business set up to supply the highest quality school meals in Galway city & county.

Post Box will be returned in Fuschia Drive shortly says O’ Flaherty

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Independent Councillor Terry O’Flaherty said that she received a number of complaints and inquiries from some Renmore residents regarding the removal of the post box located in Fuschia Drive, and arising out of this she contacted An Post to see why it was removed in the first place.

Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition Day drew 15,000 to city

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

The annual unmissable Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition Day is a calendar highlight for Galway students of all ages. Last Sunday’s event drew over 15,000 to the University of Galway campus for a range of activities including the Medtronic Junior Hospital, a special appearance from Jurassic dinosaurs, the return of the ever-popular Teddy Bear Hospital, up-close-and-personal encounters with exotic animals and The Bug Doctor plus a range of school exhibition stands.

New chronic disease hubs provide vital support for diabetics

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

People living with diabetes in the West have praised the enhancements in diabetes care as they benefit from faster access to specialised care as a result of the new HSE Chronic Disease Hub. The move-away from hospital-based care means that patients have access to highly specialised clinical teams, closer to their homes. This comes as they prepare to mark World Diabetes on November 14.

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