Calm down before someone is killed, Mayor tells feuding groups after week of street violence

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

Feuding groups who contributed to the series of violent incidents in and around the city centre last weekend have been told by the Mayor to “calm down, step back and take responsibility before anybody loses their life.”

Funding announced for two GRETB facilities in Galway

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

Capital funding has been approved for two Galway-based education facilities run by the Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board.

The funding will see significant developments at GRETB Training Centre in Mervue Business and Technology Park in the city, and at its Petersburg Outdoor Education and Training Centre in Clonbur.

Only policing and respect can alter street behaviour

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

There has been only one topic of conversation in the city this week — and that is the fall-out from the incidents that took place over a few days last weekend. Because individuals have appeared before the courts in relation to those events, I am precluded from commenting specifically on them. However, my points this week will be based on the generality of the decline of behaviour on the streets of our main cities and towns, and what we need to do to make sure they are the exception rather than the norm. There is a real fear that someone’s life may be lost, whether a participant or an innocent bystander, as some incidents spill over into the public domain.

Claddagh Made Personal: The Tradition of Irish Jewelry Making

Tue, Sep 12, 2023

The intricate interlocking designs and swirling spirals of Celtic art have captivated the imagination of people the world over for centuries. In Ireland, there is an unbroken tradition, dating back millennia, of working with these deeply evocative symbols that continues up to the present day.

New play celebrates Yeats and his Nobel Prize for Literature

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Continuing the centenary events to mark W.B. Yeats winning the Nobel Prize for Literature, the Yeats Thoor Ballylee Society is hosting the first of several performances of the new play, “Nobel Words”.

Written by Peggy Monahan and performed by the Wild Swan Theatre Company, the one-act play brings the audience into the world of W.B. Yeats during that momentous week in November 1923 when he learned of his Nobel Prize award.

Have you got your free tickets for Saturday’s Galway United match?

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Avenir All Island Cup winners Galway United will host top side DLR Waves in a Women’s National League game at Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday evening — and you and your family and friends can be there to see it free of charge.

Best football pop up shop returns to west this month

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Ireland’s best football pop up shop – The Bottomless Pit of Football returns for two days this September 16 and 17 at The Clock Tavern Westport, Co Mayo.

Blackrock Health announces €25 million investment in new digital transformation programme creating 60 jobs

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Blackrock Health Group, which comprises the Blackrock, Galway, Hermitage and Limerick Clinics, has announced a €25 million investment in a new digital transformation programme. The investment includes the introduction of the very latest in electronic health record systems, MEDITECH Expanse, and the introduction of Ireland’s first integrated digital engagement platform that will enable connectivity between patients, consultants and general practitioners (GPs).

Renmore Hockey Club training resumes this weekend

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Renmore Hockey Club returns to underage training this Saturday September 9 for boys and girls. New and returning players are very welcome with 1st to 4th class training at 2pm and 5th class to first year training at 3pm.

One hundred voices, twelve weeks, three songs and one epic live performance

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

A Galway-based choir set to take group singing to another level as they seek 100 voices to join them on stage for one epic performance at the Town Hall Theatre.

Commencing on Sept 14, RISE Choir is offering ordinary people an extraordinary opportunity to perform at one of Galway’s most prestigious, state of the art venues this January by participating in what they call, The Rise Experience.

Planning application submitted for 1,000-job Dexcom manufacturing facility

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

A planning application for a new, state-of-the-art global continuous glucose monitoring manufacturing facility at Athenry has been submitted to Galway County Council.

Tuam welcomes new full time ambulance and crew

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

On Monday, August 4, Tuam welcomed a newly established second ambulance and crew at the town’s ambulance base, serving the residents of the town and the surrounding areas on a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week basis to help offset the demand and delays for the region.

Ireland West Airport launches the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Ireland West Airport has become the first airport in Ireland to become members of the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. Passengers with non-visible disabilities who choose to display the Sunflower will be provided with a free Sunflower Lanyard at the Customer Assistance Desk inside the Airport Terminal.

Free lunchtime webinar on Lean business tools and how they can help you

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Lean For Business is designed to encourage clients to adopt Lean business principles in their organisations to increase performance and competitiveness. Despite popular belief, this programme is suited to businesses of all sizes and in all sectors – it’s not just for big manufacturers.

Bring along your electrical waste to WEEE free collection day

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Galway householders are being urged to bring their batteries, electrical, and electronic waste to a free collection day to help the county meet national e-waste recycling targets for 2023.

The event, hosted by WEEE Ireland in partnership with University of Galway, kicks off on Thursday September 21 at University of Galway, Orbsen Building Car Park, Galway city centre, from 10am-4pm.

Galway Chamber connects to celebrate 40 Years of Aran Island Ferries

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Aran Island Ferries hosted a Galway Chamber ‘Connect Series’ event last week, giving members of the Chamber an opportunity to network while enjoying a pleasurable cruise on the Bay.

‘Dodgy box’ clampdown on users does not deter Galway users

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

The national crack down on the use of ‘dodgy boxes’ to access premium TV content is moving closer to home, as households within Galway were issued cease-and-desist notices between August 7 to 18.

Public submissions for city’s first Climate Action Plan closes tomorrow

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

With the closing date for submissions for Galway city’s first ever Climate Action Plan (CAP) closing tomorrow, Friday, September 8, residents have been urged to contribute their thoughts and opinions on how Galway City Council can best transition to a climate resilient, biodiversity rich, environmentally sustainable and climate-neutral economy.

‘Dodgy box’ clampdown users does not deter Galway users

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

The national crack down on the use of ‘dodgy boxes’ to access premium TV content is moving closer to home, as households within Galway were issued cease-and-desist notices between August 7 to 18.

Literary highlights at Clifden Arts Festival

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

As the eagerly anticipated 46th Clifden Arts Festival approaches, it continues to uphold its tradition of nurturing artistic passion and fostering creative expression.

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