Rugby star Prendergast backs Alzheimer’s Memory Walks as tribute to his gran

Wed, Jul 26, 2023

Connacht Rugby star and Irish international Cian Prendergast is backing the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk for 2023 as a tribute to his grandmother who suffered from dementia.

Cian, who recently got his first Irish Senior cap, has experienced his grandmother living with dementia and will walk for her when the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk takes place nationwide on Sunday, September 24.

Thousands flock west as most ambitious Arts Festival floods city with colour

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Tens of thousands are flocking to the west this week to partake in what is the most ambitious ever Galway International Arts Festival, which got underway on Monday night.

Accessible education for Travellers is 'necessary to create change'

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Anne Marie Stokes is a woman on a mission. She is the second person, and first woman, to fill the role of Traveller Education Officer for University of Galway, and is driven by a desire to bring about change through one of the world's most powerful tools, education.

TV licence compliance will fall until trust restored in RTÉ, says Cannon

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

The drop in sales and renewal of the TV licence fee will continue until public trust is restored in RTÉ, a Fine Gael TD has said.

O'Reilly welcomes proposed law changes around character references in sexual assault cases

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Galway-based Green Party Senator Pauline O’Reilly has welcomed the publication of The Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2023, in particular the changes in relation to the use of character references in sexual assault cases.

Traveller Pride 2023 event shows creativity and activism is for all

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

The talent and perseverance of Galway's Traveller community were put on proud display at the 'Misleór Changemakers, Celebrating Galway Artists and Activists' organised by Galway Traveller Movement on Friday, July 14 at the Taibhdhearc Theatre.

Remembering Johnny Massacre at Joe Doran’s Huntington’s Walk

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Some of you may recognise this street entertainer Johnny Massacre (aka John Doran) who brought smiles and thrills to many people all over the country, but mainly Shop Street, Galway.

Farrell fears power cost will leave pensioners sitting in the dark and cold this winter

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Sinn Féin TD for Galway West Maired Farrell has warned of a spike in arrears and disconnection figures as energy costs continue to cripple households.

Stable water supply in the pipeline for Rosscahill West

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Works to replace over 1.5km of aged and damaged water mains in Rosscahill West have commenced. This project has been prioritised as part of Uisce Éireann ’s national Leakage Reduction Programme which is delivering a more secure and reliable water supply to communities right across Ireland.

Ageing pipes can, over time, significantly impact water quality, leakage levels, and pressure. Replacing these pipes will greatly reduce the levels of leakage and bursts resulting in service interruptions affecting customers and local businesses.

Call made for action after Portumna swimmers have legs entangled by underwater reeds

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Swimmers in Portumna have complained that their legs are being caught up in overgrown underwater reeds, endangering their safety as they swim from jetty to jetty.

Tesco Ballybane installs solar panels to save energy

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Tesco Ireland has installed solar panels at its store in Ballybane, as part of ongoing efforts to help reduce energy consumption.

The photovoltaic (PV) panels combined with other energy optimisation measures for lighting, heating and ventilation will help meet up to 20 percent of the store’s annual electricity needs.

Buy Saw Doctors socks and help Galway Rape Crisis Centre

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

500 pairs of specially commissioned Saw Doctors socks will go on sale this Friday July 21 at the band’s sold out gig in the Heineken Big Top at the Fisheries Field, Galway with all proceeds going to the Galway Rape Crisis Centre.

Curran calls for improved road safety measures at Letteragh Road

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

People Before Profit local election candidate Adrian Curran has described the Letteragh Road as an example of the pitfalls of developer-led planning, while calling for improved road safety features and amenities for the area with a growing population.

Mc Nelis urges clubs in Galway to apply for the Sports Capital Grant

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Labour City Councillor Niall Mc Nelis has urged clubs in Galway to take time and apply for funding under the Sports Capital Grant.

Blooming marvellous — Galway Sunflower Picking to open next month

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Some land is just destined to be used to bring smiles to people's faces. To produce something that is a signifier of optimisim and fun.

Special Olympics athletes receive mayoral reception

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

A mayoral reception was held on Monday to celebrate the historic achievements of Galwegian athletes Katie Dillion (Athletics), Henry Cloran (Football), Kevin Hardiman (Golf), Máire Connolly (Gymnastics), Michelle O’Keane (Kayaking), Liam Hynes (Kayaking) and Patricia Larkin (Swimming), on their return from the 2023 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Berlin.

Ireland’s first traditional circus and music fusion ‘As Gaeilge’

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Cultural sensation Sorcas le Croí combines big top circus performers with live traditional Irish music for a unique show delivered exclusively through the medium of the Irish language. The first of its kind, this very special circus show will run from August 1-13 for a limited run of twice daily performances.

University of Galway offers 24 Universities of Sanctuary Scholarships

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

University of Galway is now accepting applications for the Universities of Sanctuary Scholarship Programme for 2023-24.

Successful Galway Film Fleadh Award comes to an end after 200-showing bonanza

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

The 35th edition of the Galway Film Fleadh came to an end at the weekend after another outstanding year. With sold out screenings across the festival programme, the Fleadh featured 95 feature films and 102 short films featuring the best of Irish and World cinema.

Clifden RNLI rescue three fishermen from the rocky shoreline near Killary Harbour

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

The Clifden RNLI volunteer crew were called out last week to assist a vessel suffering mechanical failure at the mouth of Killary Harbour. Weather conditions at the time were very poor with heavy rain and limited visibility.

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