Organ donor families fund newly refurbished family rooms at ICU in University Hospital Galway

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Two family rooms in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in University Hospital Galway (UHG) have recently been refurbished for use by families who have loved ones receiving treatment in the unit.

Droichead an Dóchais name picked best of sixty in bridge-naming exercise

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Following a Special Council Meeting on Monday 22 April 2024, Galway City Council has officially named the first bridge to span the Corrib in over 30 years, as ‘Droichead an Dóchais’.

Loughrea Library launches Loughrea Project

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The Loughrea Project, a collaboration between the Loughrea Library Craft Group and the Loughrea Men’s Shed, was officially launched in Loughrea Library, Church Street.

Using craft skills in textiles and wood, the project created representations of Loughrea lake, the crannógs of the lake and St Brendan’s boat.

Labour’s candidate calls on University to review links with Israeli institutions

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Fergal Landy, Labour’s Midlands North-West candidate for the upcoming European elections, has urged the University of Galway to ensure a thorough and speedy review of its links with Israeli academic institutions in the face of an ongoing war in Gaza that has seen thousands of civilians killed and injured, as well as deliberate attacks on hospitals, food supplies, schools and universities.

Luminosa bringing light out of darkness

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The latest radiant concert from Galway’s own orchestra, Luminosa, began with late evening sun still streaming through the windows into St Nicholas’s Church. It seemed a fitting metaphor to illuminate the latest in their concert series, bláthú, flourishing with the coming of spring.

Naughton champions groundbreaking “buttoned up” period stigma initiative

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

On this Monday, Minister Hildegarde Naughton will launch the transformative “Buttoned Up” initiative at Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh, Galway, spearheaded by Ellie Loftus, a nurse, barrister, mother of two girls and founder of Nickeze which is dedicated to fostering period health and wellbeing among girls in schools.

Barna - Knocknacarra Irish language plan launched

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Crowds of people gathered in Áras Mhic Amhlaigh on Saturday for the launch of the Barna – Knocknacarra Irish language plan. Both young and old were present for the speeches and the official launch, and a range of events and workshops took place afterwards which were suitable for every age group.

Clifden to Cebu: Local student goes to work with the Badjao community

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Clifden student Martha Lilly O’Callaghan is preparing to leave for The Philippines on a four-week ethical volunteer programme with Irish charity, SERVE. Martha will leave in July after completing three months of pre-departure training. Martha will travel with ten others to work with the Badjao community in Cebu.

Council adopts action plan to tackle vacancy rate in County Galway

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The Elected Members of Galway County Council have approved a five-year plan by the Local Authority to tackle vacancy rates and increase new housing supply.

Three decades of Fleadh na gCuach

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Celebrating its 30th year in 2024, Fleadh na gCuach (the Cuckoo Fleadh) is a cherished traditional music and community-based arts festival held in Kinvara, Galway. Known for its vibrant ambiance and exceptional talent, the festival has garnered a stellar reputation as a showcase for traditional music, attracting musicians from across Ireland and beyond.

Rossaveel woman to be our Rose in Tralee

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Rossaveel woman Deirdre Jennings was selected as the 2024 Galway Rose at the Clayton Hotel, Ballybrit on Saturday night.

Land for Life — Cregmore Claregalway FC launches ambitious fundraising drive to secure a permanent home

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Cregmore Claregalway FC has launched a community-driven fundraising inititiative to establish a new home for its more than 750 players.

New book studies Galway’s hidden revolution

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Galway’s town hall was occupied by housing protesters in 1922, and a soviet declared. Land seizures across the county shocked the government of the newly independent state, while a huge bronze statue in Eyre Square was dragged by a mob into the sea.

United’s table-topping women hoping to break attendance record

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Galway United’s senior women’s team who currently sit atop the Women’s National League table are hoping to break the attendance for a senior women’s game at Eamonn Deacy Park next week.

Permanent flood defences needed for Coast Road

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

As temporary repairs to sea wall damage in Oranmore caused by November’s Storm Debi are completed this week, a local councillor has slammed delays and again called for permanent infrastructure.

Turn City Hall into community hub, says McNelis

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The current City Hall on College Road would be an ideal location for the development of a community hub when the move to Crown Site happens, according to city councillor Niall McNelis.

Be inspired in your retirement —  The 50 Plus Show returns

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The 50 Plus Show, the lifestyle event for people 50 and over is coming to the Salthill Hotel on the 21st & 22nd May. The event is organised by SeniorTimes magazine and podcast series

Galway Youth Orchestra concert this weekend

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Galway Youth Orchestra will finish their 42nd season with a concert in the Lr. Aula, in the University of Galway on Saturday, April 27th at 7.30 pm.

Frank Fahy — a passion for community welfare

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Frank Fahy is a native of Menlo, on the outskirts of Galway City. He is a fluent Irish speaker. Frank has been a widower since 2021 and he has three grown-up children.

Lack of voting rights awareness highlighted by Ogbu

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

A concerning lack of awareness about voting rights among some residents of Galway, particularly migrants, has been identified by Helen Ogbu, the Labour Party Candidate for Galway City East in the coming local elections. This has come to light during canvassing efforts ahead of the June 7 Local Elections in Galway City neighbourhoods, notably in Doughiska, which boasts the most diverse population in the city.

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