The undeniable lightness of contentment

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The moments of happiness we enjoy take us by surprise. It is not that we seize them, but that they seize us. And so, has been the case this week as we bask in the glory of a victory that was as thrilling as it was unexpected.

Shefflin steps down as Galway manager

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

BY Declan Varley
Henry Shefflin last evening (Wednesday) informed players that he will not continue as Galway hurling manager.

Henry Shefflin last evening (Wednesday) informed players that he will not continue as Galway hurling manager.

Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer and traveller activist among the stellar line up for Clifden Arts Festival

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

BY DECLAN VARLEY
The Clifden Arts Festival returns this September with an impressive lineup and the theme “Anchor,” celebrating the arts as a stabilizing force that fosters inclusion and amplifies diverse voices. Running from September 18-29, Ireland’s longest-running community arts festival will offer a rich array of visual art exhibitions, live performances, workshops, and discussions.

Traders welcome plans but are worried about consultation

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Traders at the 400 year-old St Nicholas’s market in Galway are cautiously optimistic that the City Council is looking at long-overdue investment, but are worried that they will be not be consulted about the plans.

Galway-based Signum Surgical gets FDA approval for innovative device

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Galway-based Signum Surgical — a medical technology company developing innovative solutions to treat colorectal diseases, has confirmed that its BioHealxTM technology has been granted marketing clearance by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as a first-of-its-kind medical device for the treatment of anal fistula.

Grealish welcomes An Post confirmation that Oughterard will not lose its post office

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Galway West Independent TD Noel Grealish has confirmed that Oughterard is to retain its post office. The village’s current postmistress is retiring from the business in September and there has been some concern locally about the future of post office services in Oughterard.

Deputy Grealish said he was delighted to have received confirmation this week from An Post that that the village would definitely retain a post office — a service it has enjoyed for more than 210 years.

Educate more young female athletes on periods, says Galway’s Olympic rower Aifric Keogh

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

We are just weeks away from the Olympics, an event that will once again etch its name in the history books by delivering perfect gender parity between female and male athletes at Paris 2024, a first for the Games.

Homelessness rising faster in the West, says Galway Simon

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Galway Simon Community has raised concerns as the number of people living in Emergency Accommodation in the West is rising almost 50% faster than the national rate, according to the latest figures released by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government.

The continuing increase in the total number of people living in Emergency Accommodation in the West, is reflective of what they are seeing in their own services, which are “stretched to keep up with demand” from those who need their help.

Land Development Agency and Galway City Council publish draft Site Development Framework for Dyke Road

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Galway City Council (GCC) have published a new draft Site Development Framework for a mixed-use development, which includes affordable and social housing, commercial, civic and cultural amenities at Dyke Road, at the edge of Galway’s city centre. The residential development is the first phase of the overall Development Framework, and a planning application will be submitted later this year.

‘Traffic is stealing days of our lives each year,’ declares People Before Profit Galway

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Traffic is stealing days of our lives each year in Galway, local representatives of People Before Profit have declared.

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’.

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