What should Galway learn from Dublin’s City Centre Transport Plan

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

There was high drama in Dublin Council in the course of the past few months in a will-they-won’t-they game of chicken on the plans to put bus gates on Dublin’s north and south quays. Dublin City Council with support of the elected councillors agreed to prioritise buses on certain sections of the roads in an attempt to improve transport in the city centre.

Glanua Raises €26,000 for Croí at Loughrea Golf Classic

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Glanua, a leading water and wastewater company based in Loughrea raised an incredible €25,920 for the heart and stroke charity, Croí. The funds were raised during a recent Golf Classic held at Loughrea Golf Club.

Karl Zimmerer, Group Managing Director of Glanua, expressed his delight at the event's success, "We are delighted that our third Golf Classic in support of Croí was a huge success. It was a fantastic event that not only raised vital funds for heart and stroke services in the West of Ireland, but also brought our industry together to champion the importance of heart health. Over 80 golf enthusiasts from our supply chain, clients and employees travelled from all over the country to Loughrea Golf Club to support our event. We were also very pleased to have Croí join us on the day providing valuable advice and awareness of heart disease and stroke."

Habitat protection and restoration at Slyne Head

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

The Galway coast supports a wonderfully diverse and rare habitat which is in urgent need of protection. Our coastal habitats are in poor condition and are deteriorating and eroding at an increasing rate due to climate change and, in many areas, increased amenity pressure.

Magic of the Autumn Gathering to be renewed next month

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

The magic of the Autumn Gathering is to bring people together from all corners of the world - to listen and learn, laugh and share, with academics and artists, locals, historians and literary figures; to meet descendants of Lady Gregory and Yeats, renew friendships and make new friends – all enjoying and celebrating the prominent role of Lady Gregory in shaping the theatrical, poetic and cultural life which thrives today.

Monivea Show — great day out for the family

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

A fantastic day out for all the family, the annual Monivea Show will take place on Sunday September 8.

Monivea Show expanded from Fair to Agricultural Show status in 2023, affiliated with the Irish Shows Association and hosted over 200+ entries in their Horse and Pony Showing classes in their first year.

Students can live rent-free with help from Home4Home

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Home4home is excited to introduce a game-changing opportunity for families with students: the ability to exchange student rooms, allowing your child to live RENT-FREE while attending college or university.

Autumn Garden Fair and International Medieval Tournament at Claregalway Castle this Sunday

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

This Sunday (Sept 1), the annual Autumn Garden Fair takes place again in Claregalway Castle, where some of Ireland’s best nurseries and rare plant specialists will display a great selection of shrubs, trees and more. It also coincides with an International Medieval Combat Tournament which runs throughout the weekend.

Galway Youth Orchestra rehearsals and auditions

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Galway Youth Orchestra resumes rehearsals for its 42nd season in Colaiste na Coiribe, Bothar Burca, Ballymoneen Rd. Galway on Saturday September 14 at 10am.

Rabbitte welcomes €150,000 to support three Town Centre First Projects in Galway

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Minister for Disability and Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has welcomed funding of €150,000 for three towns in Galway to support the development of a range of ‘Town Centre First’ projects.

Ahmadiyya Muslim community hosts 22nd Annual Convention in Galway

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

The 22nd annual all-Ireland convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, known as Jalsa Salana, was held on August 24-25 at the Clayton Hotel, Galway. Ahmadi Muslims from across Ireland gathered to gain spiritual nourishment and strengthen their sense of community.

Delphi Lodge advocates for stronger regulations on salmon farming in light of major fish escape in Killary Harbour

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Delphi Lodge, a historic estate committed to environmental stewardship and sustainable tourism, is calling for immediate action and stricter regulations on salmon farming following the recent escape of 38,000 farmed salmon from a MOWI-operated salmon cage in Killary Harbour. This incident, which occurred on August 11, highlights the urgent need for enhanced regulations to protect Ireland’s wild fish populations and the ecosystems they support.

Curran calls for action as average rent in Galway exceeds €2000

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Galway has joined Dublin, Limerick and Cork with average rents now exceeding the 2000 euro mark, according to the latest Daft.ie Rental Price Report.

Speaking about the figures, Social Democrats councillor for Galway City West, Alan Curran, said this report lays bare the nightmare scenario facing renters in Galway. Market rents in the city now stand at €2,114 - a staggering 13.3 per cent year-on-year increase.

Thanks be to Cod - Galway Bay Seafoods officially launches outlet in Dunnes Knocknacarra

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Officially launching today (Thursday), longstanding retailer Galway Bay Seafood is bringing its famously fresh fish west, following a partnership with Dunnes Stores in the Gateway Retail Park, Knocknacarra.

Campus Development Control Plan for UHG scheduled for October – Kyne

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

The proposed plan for the development of the University Hospital Galway Campus which had been due to be completed in the summer is now due in October, according to Senator Seán Kyne.

Relics of Little Bernadette, the visionary of Lourdes, coming to Galway

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

The Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora and the Diocese of Clonfert together with Bishop Michael Duignan will welcome relics of Little Bernadette, who had eighteen encounters with the Blessed Virgin Mary, to the West of Ireland.

Reports that twice as many people leaving for Australia are "no surprise" says Farrell

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Sinn Féin TD for Galway West, Máiread Farrell said last night that the Central Statistics Office (CSO) figures show that the number of people who have emigrated to Australia in the last 12 months has increased to 10,600 from 4,700 in the previous year comes as "no surprise."

'Flowers for the Women of the Galway Magdalene Laundry' commemorate those incarcerated.

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

‘Flowers for the Women of the Galway Magdalene Laundry’ to be held this Sunday (Sept 1) is an annual event to commemorate the women and girls who were incarcerated in the Galway Magdalene Laundry and died behind the convent walls of the Sisters of Mercy, who ran the institution.

Cost of going to college in Galway jumps by three per cent in 2024

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Galway remained the sixth most expensive student county this year costing €2,405 more than Letterkenny, the cheapest town, a report has revealed.

Water Safety Classes in Leisureland

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

The water safety classes organised by the County Galway Water Safety Committee resume in Leisureland on Sunday September 29.

Places are available for new pupils who must be 13 years of age with reasonable swim ability. These classes operate from 9.30 am to 11.00 am on Sunday Mornings under the auspices of Water Safety Ireland.

Galway Rural Development celebrate 30 years

Thu, Aug 29, 2024

Galway Rural Development (GRD) are today marking their 30th anniversary with a day of celebration at the Bia-Innovator Campus in Athenry. An invitation has been extended to all former staff, directors, and friends by Chairperson Cllr Pete Roche who will be paying tribute to all those who have made a contribution to the organisation over the years.

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