Half a mill for Galway’s heritage

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The Heritage Council has allocated almost half a million euros to specific projects across County Galway aimed at ensuring local historical, archeological and biodiversity initiatives may continue.

Harvesting our Heritage: exploring Galway’s rich agricultural and veterinary legacy

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The heritage of Galway’s agricultural and veterinary development will be celebrated and explored in-depth at the upcoming conference titled “Harvesting our Heritage.” This insightful event will take place from 9am to 5pm on Thursday, July 11, at Mountbellew Agricultural College, Mountbellew, Co Galway (H53 WE00).

Mad Dub to swim Aran for lifeboat

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Up steps Fergal Somerville, a self-confessed "mad bollix from Dublin" who spends his summers on Inis Meáin, but is also a Guinness World Record-breaking open water swimmer.

Family of Claddagh man, Paul McNamara raise vital funds in his name

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Described as a 'fit and healthy man who loved his cycling as well as life', Paul McNamara was just 49 years old when he died, his life cut short following a ruptured brain aneurysm on July 7, 2022.

Family Resource Centres in Galway call on Government to put community services at the heart of Budget 2025

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Representatives from the Family Resource Centres National Forum (FRCNF) met with members of the Oireachtas at a briefing event in Buswells Hotel, Dublin, to urge them to adequately fund community services in Galway in this year’s Budget, so that they can provide the level of support services that are desperately needed in local communities. Fergal Landy, CEO of the FRCNF, is living in Oranmore, Galway and he presented their pre-Budget asks to elected representatives.

New housing development approved for Tuam

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

North Galway has received a significant housing boost with the news that the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has granted Stage One approval for the provision of 40 new housing units in Tuam.

M Fitzgerald's Bar in Galway basks in Bridgerton' success

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

M Fitzgerald's Bar on Quay Street has become the latest sensation following the release of a behind-the-scenes video by Netflix, showcasing a visit from the stars of the global hit show "Bridgerton." The video, which has already gone viral, features Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton, who play Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton, reminiscing about their journey while enjoying the unique charm of Galway.

From Cannes to Galway – Palestinian Film ‘To a Land Unknown’ to close Galway Film Fleadh

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The 36th Galway Film Fleadh, running from July 9-14 at the Town Hall Theatre and Pálás Cinema, will spotlight Palestinian cinema in its Country of Focus strand. Among the standout events is the Irish premiere of “To a Land Unknown,” which will close the festival on July 14.

The Ardilaun Hotel is recognised in “Hotel of the Year” Category at the Irish Hospitality Awards

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The Ardilaun Hotel were delighted to be recognised on the national stage this week as they scooped the “Highly Commended” Award in the “Hotel of the Year” category and one of the finalists at The 6th Irish Hospitality Awards 2024 by Creative Oceanic powered by Oceanic Awards.

Tributes as Gary McMahon retires from City Council

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Gary McMahon recently celebrated his retirement from Galway City Council - after 24 years’ service, and three terms at the helm of the Galway City local elections, as Returning Officer – or ‘The Count’.

University of Galway president to step down following surprise announcement

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

University of Galway president, Professor Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh has announced his decision to step down from the role in order to ‘pursue other interests’.

UN status for Kinvara Tidy Towns

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

Kinvara Tidy Towns has been named one of 20 national Sustainable Development Goal champions in Ireland for 2024-2025.

House price inflation in Galway city double national average

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

The average price of a home in Galway city has soared 12.2 per cent to €403,000 according to the latest figures from Daft.ie, while a County Galway home will set you back €285,000, up almost two per cent.

Albert Dolan becomes youngest Cathaoirleach in council history

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

Previously holding the title of youngest person to be elected to council, Athenry-Oranmore councillor, Albert Dolan, has broken records yet again, being named the youngest Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council on Friday, June 21.

Sen Seán Kyne appointed deputy leader of the Seanad

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

An Taoiseach Simon Harris has appointed Galway Senator Seán Kyne as the Seanad’s deputy leader and leader of the Fine Gael group.

'Serious consideration' should be given to council merger says Carroll

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

Controversial council mergers, regrets about slow moving housing policies and the 'burning issues' facing Galway County Council were all featured in the outgoing Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway, Liam Carroll's last address on Friday, June 21.

Farrell backs five point plan to lower energy costs

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

Galway West TD Mairéad Farrell has called for new taxes energy companies’ profits to help fund a reformed energy sector.

Sterility masters in Galway is European first

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

The Atlantic Technological University in Galway has launched a master’s degree in End-to-End Sterility Assurance, thought to be the first such course in Europe.

Designed in association with Irish Medtech Skillnet, the course centres on the types of testing necessary to ensure medical devices are free from harmful microorganisms after manufacture. Bacteria and other contaminations can be serious risks to patient safety.

International experts gather in Galway to advance standards in healthcare product sterilization

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) is hosting international experts at an ISO Technical Committee Plenary event in Galway this week, which aims to further the development of standards in the sterilization of healthcare products. This event is being hosted at the ATU Galway city campus.

Yeats’ Tower summer artists selected

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

Two artists have been selected for the 2024 Thoor Ballylee artists in residence programme.

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