Funding awarded for STEM through Irish at University of Galway

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

University of Galway has been awarded €268,000 by Taighde Éireann to lead a national initiative to advance STEM engagement through Irish.

GRETB Open Day draws over 2,000 attendees

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

On Tuesday, March 10, the GRETB Open Day at the Galmont Hotel proved an outstanding success, bringing together more than 2,000 attendees including over 30 schools and over 60 stands for a dynamic celebration of learning, skills development and community partnership.

Studying medicine and healthcare disciplines in Poland

Thu, Mar 12, 2026

While the Irish government has pledged a €28.5 million investment to deliver over 1,100 new healthcare places across key healthcare disciplines such as Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health, Social Care, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Radiography and Veterinary Medicine nationwide, it is not yet known how these extra places will affect demand for these courses.

Jes students visit Lough Corrib Angling Federation Trout Hatchery

Thu, Mar 12, 2026

TY Students from Coláiste Iognaid returned to Lough Corrib Angling Federation Trout Hatchery in Oughterard to release their hatched out fry.

Post Leaving certificate course options

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

Post Leaving Certificate courses are usually one-year programmes (mainly QQI Level 5 and 6) which are delivered by further education colleges all over Ireland. Some of the larger further education colleges in Galway include Galway Technical Institute, Galway Community College, Coláiste Mhuire, Ballygar and Glenamaddy Community School, which collectively provide a vast range of PLC courses.

University of Galway announces two new scholarships

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

University of Galway has announced two new scholarships in collaboration with Davy, Ireland's leading provider of wealth management and investment banking services.

Canney welcomes approval of new special classes for schools in Galway East

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

Minister Seán Canney has welcomed the approval of new special classes for schools in Galway East, with Gaelscoil Iarfhlatha Tuam and High Cross College, Tuam each approved for one new special class for the 2026/27 school year.

Survey reveals student support for social media ban

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

A recent survey carried out by Studyclix has shown that there is significant support for a social media ban for under-16s.

Discover your future at GCC Open Day

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Galway Community College of Further Education (GCC) is preparing to welcome prospective students to its 2026 Open Day on March 3, at its Wellpark campus in Galway city.

GRETB Further Education and Training Open Day

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

GRETB Further Education and Training Open Day is a friendly and welcoming event for anyone interested in learning. GRETB Further Education and Training supports over 25,000 learners at more than 40 centres across the region.

Whether you are leaving school, a parent, an adult wanting to learn new things or return to education, learn English (ESOL), looking for a job, looking to upskill, or an employer, this free event is for you. Join us on the day to discover how GRETB offers accessible, flexible and supportive learning opportunities in Galway and Roscommon.

My Local Community: Father Griffin Road

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Father Griffin Road is named after the martyred Irish priest, Father Michael Griffin, who was involved in the War of Independence. This area is known for a lively, charming road that stretches from the Fire Station down to the Maxol Garage in Lower Salthill.

Inis Iron Meáin

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The Inis Iron Meáin is an annual event on Inis Meáin, involving an exciting day full of running and socializing.

Inis Meáin’s scenery and culture – Inspiring art for many

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The Aran Islands consists of three beautiful islands – Inis Mór, Inis Meáin and Inis Oirr. These islands are full of culture, stories and art.

Movie review: Wake Up Dead Man

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

2025 was a year for cinema worldwide. With the release of instant classics such as ‘Sinners’ and ‘Hamnet’, and the MCU providing setup for the eagerly awaited ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ with ‘The Fantastic Four’ and ‘Thunderbolts’, the cinemophiles have been well fed this year.

The Story of Naomh Éanna on Inis Meáin

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The Naomh Éanna was a cargo ship used as the primary mode of transport for the people of the Aran Islands from the summer of 1958 until its decommissioning in 1986.

In opposition to opposition

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

The course of local politics has forced me and many others to look beyond the immediate horizon and towards the wider system. The term ‘opposition’ is a name given to elected members of parliament who are not in government, and should no longer be in use. As shocking as this sometimes feels, the ‘opposition’ side of a parliament’s job is not to oppose for opposition’s sake.

The Silent Stone: Geography of the Middle Aran Island

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Inis Meáin has lots of amazing geographical features, mostly thanks to its connection to the Burren landscape.

JM Synge on Inis Meáin

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Life on Inis Meáin has always been shaped by nature - located in the middle of the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland, it is the quietest of the islands.

By-Election Survival 101

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Dates for the upcoming Galway West by-election have been speculated by the Daily Mail to be either May 15 or May 22. We won't know the full list of candidates until the official date when nominations close; this date hasn't been announced yet, either, but many candidates from smaller parties and independent candidates have already declared themselves in the race for a much-needed head start.

Cniotàil geansaí Inis Meáin

Thu, Feb 19, 2026

Long before Aran island sweaters became a fashion statement being rocked by many celebrities such as Patrick Dempsey, Marilyn Monroe and Alexander McQueen; local fishermen and islanders would wear them in day-to-day life.

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