New report highlights ‘derogatory and stigmatising labels’ of Irish institutions

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

A report released by University of Galway researchers, which was intended to ‘complement the work of the Mother and Baby Homes Commission of Inquiry’, has said that there is a need to eliminate the use of ‘hurtful, derogatory and stigmatising historical and current labels’ when discussing the lived experience of those impacted by such institutions.

Galway Simon Community fear homelessness will worsen after tomorrow’s eviction ban deadline

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

With the eviction ban set to end from tomorrow (Friday March 31), Galway Simon Community has highlighted that their services are receiving a growing number of requests for support from people worried about becoming homeless.

Most patients seeking in-patient mental health care are admitted on same day, Health Forum is told

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

Most patients requiring in-patient mental health care are admitted to the acute adult mental health unit in Galway on the day they “need to be admitted”, HSE West management confirmed this week.

Breda Crehan-Roche, the chief officer of Community Healthcare West, was addressing a meeting of the local health authority’s regional health forum at Merlin Park Hospital on Tuesday.

Air Corps and navy called into action to monitor Russian vessels over Galway-Iceland sub-sea cable

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

Irish defence forces aircraft and shis were called into action this week off the Galway coast after being alerted to the presence of two Russian Government vessels sailing in the area of the recently-laid Galway to Iceland communications subsea cable.

Free e-waste and battery recycling events to take place across the county this spring

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

Householders around the county are being urged to bring their old batteries, electrical, and electronic waste to one of the upcoming free collection days hosted by WEEE Ireland.

The events, which are supported by Galway County Council, aim to help the county meet national e-waste recycling targets for 2023.

Another strategic milestone for Blue Teapot

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

It was an impressive week for Blue Teapot who welcomed Walter Balfe, QQI Head of Quality Assurance and colleagues Marie Cotter and Yvonne Agnew to join the celebrations of Blue Teapot Theatre Company in their successful re-engaging with QQI as a provider of quality assurance programme delivery.

John West Féile finals for Connacht's Centre of Excellence

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

John West continues its sponsorship of the GAA’s U15 annual Féile Peile na nÓg (football) and Féile na nGael (camogie and hurling) competitions until 2025.

The need to combat loneliness

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

There is a world of difference between loneliness and solitude, even though they are oft confused. Loneliness often expresses the pain of being alone, while solitude expresses the glory of being alone.

The importance of sport for girls

Thu, Mar 30, 2023

Having spent most of my life playing sport, I will always be the first person to tell you to get involved in it, but I make sure to tell young girls to try and get involved in any sport they enjoy. It is such an amazing way to learn new skills, meet new people and get the exercise your body needs, all at the same time.

The g Hotel & Spa Galway is the perfect venue to say, ‘I Do’!

Mon, Mar 27, 2023

The Wedding Showcase at the g Hotel & Spa takes place on the 2nd of April 2023 and is by appointment only.

Planning for new Clifden Hospital due within months

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

Plans for a brand new 40-bed hospital in Clifden to serve Connemara will be submitted to Galway County Council before the summer, it was revealed yesterday (Wednesday)

Government scheme needed as rural areas need more doctors

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

Cllr Andrew Reddington has stated that the current doctor shortage in the Headford area is of serious concern for many locals. He has called on government to start a financial scheme to entice doctors to rural areas.

Galway Autism Partnership one of seven groups nationwide to benefit from carer funding

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

A Galway charity has been added to a list of seven organisations nationwide that will benefit from government funding of over €700,000 in a bid to support and improve employment opportunities for family carers.

Inaugural Nelson Mandela Anti-Racism Week at University of Galway

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

University of Galway has launched its inaugural Nelson Mandela Anti-Racism Week.

Regional business summit to address challenges facing companies in west of Ireland

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

Business leaders from the west of Ireland are invited to a University of Galway business summit, focusing on addressing challenges companies face in terms of talent attraction and retention, and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and sustainability issues.

Organised by the University’s J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics, the Regional Business Summit – Engaging People and Leading on Sustainability, takes place on campus on Friday March 31, from 8.45am to 1.30pm in the Bailey Allen Hall.

G-P and Connacht Rugby announce three year partnership

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

G-P (Globalization Partners), the leading Global Employment Platform™, today announced a three year partnership with Connacht Rugby. As an official partner of Connacht Rugby, G-P is excited to be supporting the team both on and off the pitch.

Music for Galway presents Irish Baroque Orchestra’s production of Bach masterpiece

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

As part of its Bach season, Music for Galway is delighted to present the Irish Baroque Orchestra’s production of Bach masterpiece, St. Matthew’s Passion, in Galway’s Cathedral on Saturday March 25 at 7.30pm.

Highlighting the challenge of living with an acquired brain injury

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

by Dr. Denise O’Dwyer, Principal Psychologist, National Learning Network (NLN) and Ciara Hennigan, Senior Instructor, Quest Brain Injury Services, Galway.

Skal International Galway to honour Mary Bennett next week

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

Skal International Galway will honour Galway businesswoman and the first ever female World President of Skal International, Mary Bennett at a special celebratory black tie Dinner in the Ardilaun Hotel, Galway on Thursday, next March 30.

Successful Traveller and Roma Film Festival ends tomorrow

Thu, Mar 23, 2023

Mainstream cinema often portrays Traveller and Roma communities through narrow stereotypes of violence, criminality or mysticism, while less widely seen cultural cinema has forged a small but significant tradition of more authentic and celebratory representations.

The four-day curated festival of critically acclaimed film highlights this tradition and brings members of the Traveller and Roma communities from inside and beyond the University together with the wider community and the general public in discussion of how diverse ethnicities can be celebrated, in and through media. ‘Whist A Thary’ is a phrase from the Irish Cant language which translates as ‘Stop your talking and look’!

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