‘Bofin in with a chance of Best Place to Holiday title

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Inisbofin has been named as one of the ‘Five Best Places to Holiday in Ireland’ and is now in with a chance to win the overall title of ‘The Best Place to Holiday in Ireland 2022’

The other four finalists hoping to win that crown are Achill in Mayo, Carlingford in Louth, The Burren in Clare and The Causeway Coast / Portrush in Antrim.

Islands use smart technology to monitor sustainable tourism

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

The Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is currently conducting research with six island communities off the west and northwest coast to measure the impact of tourism on the islands. Visitors to Islands have become increasingly popular since the pandemic and while it has led to some economic benefits for some, it has also added extra pressures on the islands resources.

Galway City Council showcases city at reception for Californian Assembly members and industrialists

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Galway City Council hosted members of the Californian Assembly and prominent industrialists, as part of a high profile delegation to Ireland last weekend. California is a source of significant foreign direct investment in industry in Ireland, with the visit to Galway represented a major opportunity to showcase Galway City, and outline investment opportunities to delegates.

A quarter century of SAP in Ireland

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Galway-based SAP this week celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Ireland operation. To mark the occasion, Clas Neumann, Global Head of the SAP Labs Network joined Liam Ryan, Managing Director, SAP Ireland in welcoming Minister of State Hildegarde Naughton and IDA Ireland to its Galway office.

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Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Medieval Summer Fete at St Nic’s
The Medieval Summer Fete will take place in Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church Grounds on Saturday August 6 from 10.00am to 2.00pm

The Medieval Summer Fete will take place in Saint Nicholas Collegiate Church Grounds on Saturday August 6 from 10.00am to 2.00pm

Two-day event to remember legacy of legendary Aleen Cust, Ireland and Britain’s first female vet

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Celebrated American scientist, neurodiversity exponent and respected animal behaviorist Professor Temple Grandin comes to Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Mountbellew next month (11 August) to speak at the centenary conference honoring the life and work of Aleen Cust, the first woman to work as a veterinary surgeon in Ireland and Britain in the early 1900s.

Lidl Ireland plans new store in Portumna

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Lidl Ireland has submitted a planning application for a new store in Portumna. The proposal lodged with Galway County Council, showcases plans to transform a greenfield site on the Birr side of town into a vibrant retail unit.

Council to build 2,400 social and affordable homes

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Galway City Council has committed to delivering more than 2,400 social and affordable homes in the next five years in line with a target set by the Government under its national Housing For All policy.

Now is the time to register an event for Culture Night 2022

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Galway City Council is calling on people and organisations planning to host an event for Culture Night later this year to get in touch with the local authority.

People in the west and north likely to be happier in retirement than those elsewhere

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

People living in Connacht and Ulster are more likely to be happier in retirement than those living anywhere else in the country.

Galway event marks 200th anniversary of world’s first animal welfare law

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

A special ceremony took place outside Tigh Neachtain last Friday, July 22, to mark the 200th anniversary of the world’s first piece of legislation concerning animal welfare.

Galway sports clubs encouraged to encompass disabiity activities

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

A special fund of €2million has been set up by Sport Ireland to support disability specific activities in sports clubs, and is now open for applicants.

Mary O’Malley poem added to the Galway Poetry Trail

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

The latest plaque on The Galway Poetry Trail was unveiled this afternoon at The Claddagh Basin, featuring the poem ‘Lockdown Aubade’ by distinguished poet Mary O’Malley.

Gathering of the boats for sailing festival

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

One of the most enjoyable events on the Galway sailing calendar starts today.

The Lambs Week festival, now in its third year, is a mixture of racing, cruising, and fun. Attracting a gathering of sailing yachts of all sizes, the boats meet in Ros á Mhíl Marina, sail in company around the Aran Islands, and then into Port of Galway.

Our county teams created pride and a legacy — now support our clubs

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

I love the perspective you get a few days out from something. At a time when the emotion has dissipated, the becalmed excitement allows you to think freely, having cast away any conscious bias.

Funding approved for emigrant commemorative centre in Carna

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Údarás na Gaeltachta has this week approved funding for Ionad Cuimhneacháin na nImirceach (the Emigrant Commemorative Centre) to develop an interpretative centre and a commemorative emigrants’ garden at a site in Carna.

Your preview to Galway Hurdle Day at Ballybrit

Thu, Jul 28, 2022

Your preview to Galway Hurdle Day at Ballybrit
Day four of the Galway Festival promises plenty more thrills for punters to enjoy with the Galway Hurdle taking centre-stage at Ballybrith this afternoon.

Your guide to Galway Plate Day

Wed, Jul 27, 2022

One of the feature races of the meeting takes centre-stage on Wednesday evening with the Galway Plate the highlight of a fabulous third day of action at the 2022 Galway Festival.

Day Two Preview of the 2022 Galway Festival

Tue, Jul 26, 2022

Day two of the Galway Festival takes centre-stage at Ballybrit this evening with another excellent seven-race card for punters to enjoy.

Galway Festival gets underway this evening

Mon, Jul 25, 2022

The seven-day Galway Festival gets underway at Ballybrit on Monday evening with an excellent seven-race card at the track.

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