Remembering a man of principle, bravery and culture

Thu, May 18, 2023

Jarir Al-Majar, formerly Gerry Mulholland, was a singer, musician, songwriter, poet, artist, peace activist, a man of principle and bravery and one of Galway’s most remarkable and beloved citizens. Majar was from a noted musical and sporting family. His father, Ned Mulholland had a fine tenor voice and won an All-Ireland football medal with Galway in 1938.

From Druids to dragons and artists to acrobats

Thu, May 18, 2023

The Pulse from Gravity & Other Myths featuring a company of over 60 performers with a choir of 30 female voices; a newly commissioned installation from David Mach; the return of Colm Meaney to the Irish stage after 40 years performing alongside his daughter Brenda Meaney in Bedbound from Landmark Productions and GIAF; an enormous Dragon wandering the streets of Galway City; epic theatre with DruidO’Casey directed by Garry Hynes; Baxter Theatre and Handspring Puppets Life & Times of Michael K from South Africa directed by Lara Foot; a stellar line up at the Heineken® Big Top; artists Diana Copperwhite and Lorraine Tuck; Grafton Architects; musicians Martha Wainwright, KT Tunstall, Susan O’Neill, Robert Forster, James Yorkston and Nena Peerson; and First Thought Talks featuring Lindsey Hilsum, Fintan O’Toole, Gaisu Yari and a host of speakers are amongst just some of the highlights of the dazzling array of this year’s programme.

Time is running out to enter an exciting raffle in support of our local Enable Ireland children's centre in Galway.

Tue, May 16, 2023

Last Chance to Buy!
Time is running out to enter an exciting raffle in support of our local Enable Ireland children's centre in Galway.

Ardán and CÚRAM’s Science on Screen Programme Releases Latest Animations

Tue, May 16, 2023

Four original short animations created by Irish animators to explore and explain science research have recently been completed. The short films were created through a strand of the highly successful Science on Screen programme, a partnership between CÚRAM Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centre for Medical Devices and Ardán.

University of Galway to host summits on AI, Cloud Native and Leadership in Tech as part of the 2023 AtlanTec Festival

Sun, May 14, 2023

Photo:- Mike Shaughnessy
The AtlanTec Festival, Ireland’s annual tech community festival, which opened this week, is supported by University of Galway and organised by the non-profit association itag (Innovation Technology AtlanTec Gateway).

New driving simulator massive benefit to Galway REHABCARE service users

Thu, May 11, 2023

The RISE service at RehabCare Galway has recently received a new driving simulator, already proving to be of huge benefit to members of the service, equipping them with new skills and fostering confidence in their driving abilities.

RISE at RehabCare Galway is a service which provides support for a person to be more connected, active, and included in their community. Support is provided by the Community Support Workers, in both English and Irish Sign Language (ISL).

Thousands of young footballers turn out for St Columba’s Credit Union Invitational Tournament

Thu, May 11, 2023

Maree/Oranmore fc hosted its St Columba’s Credit Union Invitational Tournament last Sunday when thousands of young footballers from around the county turned out to show their silken skills.

‘Significant step’ as TII confirm funding for assessment of case for Claregalway bypass

Thu, May 11, 2023

Funding for an examination of the case for the building of a long-awaited bypass of traffic-choked Claregalway village has been granted by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII).

Awards for Galway students at national enterprise finals

Thu, May 11, 2023

Following on from their successes last year, students from Galway have taken multiple prizes at this year’s Student Enterprise Programme National Finals. The Finals of the Local Enterprise Office initiative took place on Friday in Croke Park.

Decade of excellence from Right At Home

Thu, May 11, 2023

Right at Home has provided home care across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon for a decade and they had a Family Fun Day to mark the occasion.

Galway finalists honoured at prestigious MyEU50 Third Level Exhibition

Thu, May 11, 2023

Two Galway students were honoured by Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin TD at an exhibition day for the MyEU50 Third Level competition finalists which took place recently in University College Cork.

End of an era for Headford as iconic fashion store closes its doors

Thu, May 11, 2023

It is the end of an era in Galway retail this week with the announcement that one of the best known fashion stores in the county is to shut its doors.

County Council played key role in Athenry investment

Thu, May 11, 2023

Galway County Council in conjunction with the IDA, played a central role in attracting the investment by providing Dexcom with a community and enterprise hub space in Athenry town centre that will serve as an initial base for the company ahead of the development of a permanent headquarter facility on IDA lands in the town.

Detached house for sale in Barna with DNG Maxwell Heaslip & Leonard

Thu, May 11, 2023

DNG Maxwell Heaslip & Leonard is offering for sale this fantastic four/five bed detached property in the ever-popular development of Gleann na Coille, Barna.

Let Colourfence transform your garden this summer

Thu, May 11, 2023

The holy grail of fencing is having a fence that will transform a garden for the better, but when it comes to maintenance, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

Insulate your home in 2023 and enjoy the benefits for years to come

Thu, May 11, 2023

West Coast Insulation is a leading installer of home insulation in Galway and Mayo and has been installing home insulation since 2009. The company's success is largely down to two key areas — using the best products and having experienced and professional staff. As a family company, the team at West Coast Insulation have always prided themselves on providing the highest quality service.

Massive boost for Athenry and hinterland with announcement of 1,500 jobs

Thu, May 11, 2023

The days of 1,500+ job announcements seemed to be well behind us in recent decades, but the fact that one was made last week bodes well for Athenry and its hinterland and satellite towns.

Government must deliver promised cancer centre for the west and northwest without further delay

Thu, May 11, 2023

Prioritising the delivery of the promised cancer care network for the Saolta region and the cancer centre on the campus of University Hospital Galway (UHG) has the potential to bridge the healthcare inequality that exists between East and West in this country and will save patients’ lives, an information meeting in the city heard this week.

Planning sought for large solar farm near Creggs

Thu, May 11, 2023

Leading international and independent solar and storage development platform, Elgin Energy have applied for 10 year permission on plans for one of the largest solar farms in the country, located on a 107 hectare site in the townlands of Cuilnacappy, Park, Moneenroe and Gortnalavey, near Creggs, Co Galway.

Three University of Galway graduates among MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 Europe Award winners

Thu, May 11, 2023

Three University of Galway graduates will be awarded for the impact of their startup companies at this year’s MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 Europe festival.

The celebration of young European innovators is taking place in Gaoth Dobhair, Co Donegal, today (Thursday) and tomorrow.

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