And now, it’s over to us

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

There has been so much light at the far end of the tunnel for the last while, that it must be bathed in gates of paradise-style rays of illumination at this stage, given all the hope and patience that we have endured since the spring. One would have thought that after the Government announcement on Tuesday evening, that there would be universal welcome for it all, but instead, the reaction has been tempered. The world has been scarred by all of this and it will take time to get used again to full venues, to full trains and buses. There is.

Now, the onus has been placed on our own behaviour to keep ourselves and others safe. This will bring great moments of liberty, but also great responsibility as we are handed the keys to a healthy future. We welcome the re-opening of increased capacity venues and what that brings to our lives, through art, culture, education or worship.

Get on the ball with the Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

The newest Advertiser.ie GAA Podcast is now available on Advertiser Podcasts.

Legion of Mary in Galway to mark 100 years

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

A celebratory mass will be held on Tuesday next, September 7 in Galway Cathedral at 7:30pm to mark the beginning of the centenary of the Legion of Mary. The Mass will be presided by Most Rev. Brendan Kelly. All friends of the Legion past and present are welcome to attend with seating on a first come first served basis. The mass will also be viewable online at www.galwaycathedral.ie

The mass will mark 100 years of the work of Our Lady’s Legion and for its 88 years in Galway. For the duration of this centenary year, there will be a photo display in the Cathedral on the local and wider legion.

Walk-in vaccination clinics in Galway for over 12s opens today

Wed, Sep 01, 2021

Anyone aged 12 and older, who has not yet received their first vaccine dose, can go to the walk-in vaccination clinic in Galway today and get their vaccine.

Students urged to be cautious when seeking accommodation

Tue, Aug 31, 2021

Students looking for accommodation in Galway are being urged to be cautious before committing to a private residence, to make sure the property fits the needs of all tenants, and to watch out for rental scams.

Walk-in vaccination clinics in Galway for over 12s this week

Mon, Aug 30, 2021

Anyone aged 12 and older who hasn’t yet received their first dose vaccine, can go to a walk-in vaccination clinic this week and get their vaccine.

Outpouring of sympathy and donations for M6 crash victims

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

An online fundraiser to repatriate the bodies of a family of three who lost their lives in a collision on the M6 last week has raised nearly €100,000 in two days.

Eyre Square Shopping Centre on the market for €13 million

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Eyre Square, Galway’s leading shopping centre, is due to be brought to the market by Colliers. Developed by McInerneys in 1991, it remains the city’s premier retail destination comprising over 70 retail units and kiosks attracting approx. 270,000 visitors a week.

Crew of nine rescued by Galway Lifeboat after vessel ran aground in Ballyvaughan Bay

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Galway RNLI Lifeboat rescued nine people on Tuesday night after their 6.5 metre rib ran aground in Ballyvaughan Bay.

Hollywood star Murray hosted in Galway by Connacht Hospitality Group

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

The Connacht Hospitality Group wasthis week delighted to host Hollywood star Bill Murray and welcome him to Galway Bay Golf Resort. Mr Murray is in Ireland with his family and New York Times best-selling author Tom Coyne to film a new golf series, The Links Life.

NUI Galway-sponsored research demonstrates that clinicians should treat patients on their stomachs

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Critically-ill Covid-19 patients are less likely to die or to require invasive ventilation if lying prone on their stomachs while receiving oxygen, a global research project sponsored by NUI Galway has found.

The impact of the technique, known as awake prone positioning, was assessed in hospitals in six countries on more than 1,000 coronavirus patients requiring advanced breathing support.

Entertainment industry in Galway cannot remain suspended while thousands attend sporting events, says McNelis

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

It “beggars belief” that the arts and entertainment sector still has “no clarity” as to when it will be permitted to operate “on any sustainable scale”, while at the same time workers in that sector will see their income supports cut from September 7.

Martin Junction cannot become another Kirwan Junction, says Cheevers

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

“Lessons must be learned” from the issues which plagued the replacement of the Kirwan roundabout with the Kirwan Junction, as major works are about to start on another roundabout in the city.

Galway towns and villages to get a facelift under new Government scheme

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Oranmore, Oughterard and Headford are among six towns and villages in County Galway set to get a facelift under a €7 million Government scheme to enhance streetscapes across the State.

PBP to hold a socially distanced protest at Sandy Road this Saturday

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

People Before Profit will hold a socially distanced protest at Sandy Road this Saturday at 2pm, demanding that the public land there be used to construct public housing.

Spiddal Sewerage Scheme expected to stop raw sewage being discharged into Galway Bay

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Work is set to begin on the Spiddal Sewerage Scheme, a €4 million water infrastructure upgrade to stop raw sewage from being discharged into Galway Bay.

Visiting restrictions again in place in UHG as hospital deals with Covid-19 outbreak

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Visiting restrictions are once again in place in UHG, as the hospital deals with a Covid-19 outbreak, increased numbers of Covid admissions, and a significant return of non-Covid patients.

‘The housing crisis is dire. It’s demoralising for students‘

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

University should be a time of discovery and expanding horizons, a time to broaden your mind and education, and to plan for the future. It is also a social experience, a chance to meet people from all walks of life, and where you will form some of the most enduring friendships of your life.

Communities urged to apply for new scheme to improve safety of local roads

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Community groups and residents in areas where local tertiary roads are in need of improvement or repair are being encouraged to apply for inclusion in the Community Involvement Scheme.

Controversial fisheries bye law to be withdrawn

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

A controversial fisheries bye law, which has been found not to meet the conditions necessary to protect the western lakes, including Lough Corrib, is to be withdrawn.

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