Kylemore Abbey to celebrate Heritage Week with unveiling of new historical display

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Kylemore Abbey has an exciting line-up for Heritage Week next week, including the unveiling of a new display of the ceremonial parliamentary robes and coronet of the Duke of Manchester, a former owner of the abbey.

Galway Civic Trust to celebrate 30 years with special event during Heritage Week

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Galway Civic Trust will celebrate 30 years next week with a day of talks and events taking place as part of Heritage Week.

The organisation will mark this signficant milestone during Heritage Week on Friday, August 23 with a day of events in the Mick Lally Theatre, just across the lane from the Galway Civic Trust offices.

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Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Gems taken in Athenry
At approx. 02:20 on Wednesday morning August 7, a jewellers shop in Athenry Shopping centre was broken into, entry was gained by culprits breaking through the front door of the premises.

At approx. 02:20 on Wednesday morning August 7, a jewellers shop in Athenry Shopping centre was broken into, entry was gained by culprits breaking through the front door of the premises.

Two new bus stops for the Coast Road in Oranmore — Naughton

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Minister Hildegarde Naughton has confirmed that two new bus stops will be provided on the Coast Road, Oranmore, to facilitate access to the train station. The local TD and Government Chief Whip, has been liaising with the National Transport Authority in recent months in relation to the need to provide greater public transport options in the locality.

Lose up to two stone in 10 weeks

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

The keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan are diet, exercise and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other.

Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off. Metabolism problems like slow thyroid, type 2 Diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, Endometriosis, infertility and digestive problems like constipation, IBS and Diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

Farewell to Phyllis — after 109 years of a life less ordinary

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

The Galway resident who was believed to be the oldest person in Ireland has died this week just 81 days after celebrating her 109th birthday.

Million litre Merlin waste tank raises questions

Thu, Aug 15, 2024

Uisce Éireann has resubmitted a planning application to Galway City Council for a 950 cubic metre concrete storage tank at the Merlin Pumping Station capable of storing almost one million litres of liquid, equivalent to more than three Leisureland-sized swimming pools. It previously withdrew an almost identical application in 2023.

A window on a world that has changed utterly

Wed, Aug 14, 2024

Take your average nine-year-old now. Born in 2015. Five years before Covid...years before Ukraine, before Gaza and Israel, they have exprienced a change in the way the world has been.

So much has happened to form the foundations of their memories. Events that have shaken us and will continue to have implications for decades. But that nine-year-old has been born into a world of uniformity and division; of education and ignorance.

New surgery procedure on local journalist is a world first for Galway

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

A landmark operation, the first of its type worldwide, spearheaded by Professor Sharif Sultan, a renowned master of vascular and endovascular surgery at the Galway Clinic has revolutionised the management of renal artery interventions and aneurysms.

€3.8 million for Nuns Island Theatre and Church House facelift

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

€3.8 million has been secured to renovate the Nuns Island Theatre and Church House, to its rear - a move which will represent a further 1,800 square feet of cultural space in the city and a significant boost to the arts community. The funding was secured under THRIVE, the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme, awarded under Ireland’s two European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Regional Programmes.

Lose up to two stone in 10 weeks

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

The three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss!) plan are diet, exercise and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other! Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off. Metabolism problems like slow thyroid, type 2 Diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, Endometriosis, infertility and digestive problems like constipation, IBS and Diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

System 10 scientifically combines food and exercise to fix your metabolism for amazing weight loss and toning. You also get great energy, better sleep and other health benefits – all connected to metabolism problems.

Rabbitte confirms over €3.7 million paid to support businesses across Galway

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

Minister for Disability and Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has received confirmation that over €3.7 million has been paid to businesses in Galway County under the Increased Cost of Business grant this year.

Ogbu makes call for higher standards in private emergency accommodations

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

Galway City Councillor Helen Ogbu has issued a call for immediate action regarding the standard and quality of private emergency accommodations in the city. This comes after dealing with a deeply troubling situation involving a constituent who recently became homeless with his family.

Med device manufacturer to open in Claregalway

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

Claregalway Corporate Park is about to welcome a new player in the healthcare industry - Salt Medical, a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) specialising in medical device manufacturing. The arrival of Salt Medical is set to bring a wave of innovation and opportunity to the area, further establishing Claregalway as a hub for cutting-edge medical technologies.

Salt Medical is to establish a renowned international medical device platform with an extensive global research and development (R&D) and manufacturing infrastructure.

Western Development Commission welcomes strategic rail review

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

The Western Development Commission (WDC) has welcomed the All-Ireland Strategic Rail Review, released last week, recognising its potential to significantly enhance rail connectivity in the Western Region. The WDC has continually advocated for the need for better transport links and welcomes the commitment to invest in more sustainable transport.

Among the highlighted improvements are the enhanced services on routes between Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Dublin as well as the reinstatement of services from Athenry to Claremorris, part of the Western Rail Corridor. The Athenry-Claremorris route is an important element in improved interregional connectivity for passengers as well as freight.

Tractor trek for Gaza along Ireland’s west coast at 24kph

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

Pat Murphy, a teacher and father of four from Corofin, Galway, will brave the elements in his 1962 David Brown 850, which can only reach a maximum speed of 24kph.

Galway lifeboat stations mark RNLI’s 200 year anniversary

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

The crews from the Aran Islands, Clifden and Galway lifeboat stations joined over two hundred other lifeboat stations to mark ‘One Moment One Crew’ at 18:24 on Thursday last.

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Thu, Aug 08, 2024

Assault in Gort
Gardaí in Gort are investigating an assault incident that occurred at Sullivan’s Hotel on Tuesday July 23 between 8pm and 9.15pm where the injured party was alleged to have been assaulted.

Gardaí in Gort are investigating an assault incident that occurred at Sullivan’s Hotel on Tuesday July 23 between 8pm and 9.15pm where the injured party was alleged to have been assaulted.

Pink Friday: a day of style, fun, and fundraising

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

The Galway Races once again proved to be a spectacular week, and The Ardilaun Hotel was thrilled to be at the heart of the action with its unforgettable Pink Friday, a dazzling display of style, camaraderie, and generosity in support of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute.

Ladies Day and Ladies Knight as Davinia wins top prize and stunning artwork

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

The glamour and excitement of Ladies Day at the Galway Races reached a pinnacle when Davinia Knight, the Best Dressed winner, was awarded a bespoke piece of Rachel Webb art to commemorate her victory. The Portarlington native not only walked away from Ballybrit with a €10,000 cheque but also with a unique creation entitled “Heart of Gold.” This exquisite piece, featuring fifteen hearts with one golden heart symbolizing the overall winner, celebrates the fifteen Ladies Day finalists.

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