Galway RNLI called to rescue two people stranded on Hare Island

Thu, May 02, 2024

Galway RNLI’s volunteer crew were requested to launch by the Irish Coast Guard last Saturday following a report of two people stranded by the tide on Hare Island, which is located on inner Galway Bay.

Parsons seeks housing support for returning Irish emigrants

Thu, May 02, 2024

A scheme that would facilitate housing for Irish born emigrants who wish to return home has been proposed by Cllr. Evelyn Parsons.

Galway Educate Together School group visit Grattan Beach to learn about campaign

Thu, May 02, 2024

Last weekend Galway Educate Together National School, hosted a clean-up on Grattan Beach with ‘Think Before You Flush’, a campaign operated by Clean Coasts in partnership with Uisce Éireann. The purpose of the event was to inform the students on which items should and should not be flushed down the toilet, helping to protect their local environment and the coastal amenities of Salthill and Galway.

CBD brand pioneered by Galway entrepreneur Chanelle McCoy is first to gain food safety approval in UK

Thu, May 02, 2024

CBD brand Pureis®, founded by Loughrea woman Chanelle McCoy, has this week become the frist CBD product to gain a Positive Safety Assessment from the UK’s Food Standards Agency. This endorsement from the FSA Scientific Committee indicates that Pureis® Ultra Pure CBD has successfully fulfilled the rigorous criteria necessary to progress to the final stage of the Novel Food Licensing process.

Irish language short film ‘Scríofa sna Réaltaí’ to represent Ireland at Catalonia Film Festival

Thu, May 02, 2024

The 16th annual Film Fest Petaluma in California will showcase a diverse selection of short films from 14 countries, including Ireland. One of the standout entries from over 1,000 submissions is the Irish language short film ‘Scríofa sna Réaltaí / Written in the Stars’, directed by Vincent Gallagher and produced by Sin É Films.

Marine Institute commits to ambitious climate targets with installation of solar PV systems

Thu, May 02, 2024

In late 2023, the Marine Institute launched its second updated Climate Action Roadmap. Sustainability and meeting climate challenges are core to the Marine Institute strategy, Ocean Knowledge that Transforms and Inspires, which results in priority, impetus and resourcing being given to delivery of the Climate Action Roadmap. The Roadmap outlines the project pipeline and operational measures being taken to work towards ambitious 2030 and 2050 climate targets.

Galway kidney recipient from 1979 — ‘it changed my life’

Thu, May 02, 2024

Bernie Glynn, from Ballylee, Co Galway, received a kidney from a deceased donor 45 years ago. She has put her name to the Irish Kidney Association’s drive to increase posthumous organ donation.

Ridge to donate election poster money to charity

Thu, May 02, 2024

Shauna Ridge of the Independent Ireland Party has decided to not hang election posters for her campaign. Instead, she has chosen to donate the money that would have been used to charity.

Funding boost of €750,000 for Gort, Dunmore and Maree

Thu, May 02, 2024

The communities of Gort, Dunmore and Maree have received a major funding boost after Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys T.D., announced an allocation of €750,000 to Galway County Council under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme.

Former Gunner named as University of Galway Director of Sport and Physical Wellbeing

Thu, May 02, 2024

University of Galway has announced the appointment of the accomplished Des Ryan as the new Director of Sport and Physical Wellbeing.

Fianna Fail councillors call for €70 million investment in Galway roads

Thu, May 02, 2024

A €70 million investment in Galway City Roads has been called for by a group of Fianna Fail city councillors and candidates including Peter Keane, Alan Cheevers, John Connolly, Michael Crowe and Josie Forde, Fianna Fáil Candidate in the Galway City Central LEA.

Connolly concerned as Minister confirms three year delay for €50m flood defences

Thu, May 02, 2024

A Galway West TD has slammed an extra three year delay expected for Galway city’s already long-fingered flood defences.

Children earning €100 a day as drug mules in Galway city

Thu, May 02, 2024

Children ‘gophering’ in Galway are earning up to €100 per day ferrying drugs by bicycle to house parties across the city, according to a local councillor.

Uninsured car crashes up by a quarter across county

Thu, May 02, 2024

The number of claims relating to accidents caused by uninsured or untraced vehicles in County Galway grew by 25% in 2023.

Supermac’s launches ‘My First Jersey’ to celebrate Galway victory with a gift for newborns

Thu, May 02, 2024

In the wake of Galway’s upcoming appearance in the Connacht Final, Supermac’s has announced a special initiative designed to share the joy with the newest generation of Galway supporters. Introducing the ‘My First Jersey’ – a unique way to celebrate every baby born in Galway on the day of the Connacht and Leinster finals(if applicable) by gifting them their very first Galway jersey.

Plebiscite for Galway Mayor should be on next election date, says Chambers

Thu, May 02, 2024

Fianna Fáil European Election Candidate Senator Lisa Chambers, has taken a significant step towards addressing the governance and infrastructure challenges facing Galway City and County by formally requesting a meeting with the Minister for Local Government Darragh O’Brien to discuss an almost immediate plebiscite for a directly elected Mayor of Galway City and County.

Events planned across Galway city and county for Bike Week - May 11-19

Thu, May 02, 2024

Mayor of Galway City Cllr Eddie Hoare and Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council Cllr Liam Carroll came together on Monday to officially launch Bike Week 2024 in Galway.

Permanent flood defences needed for Coast Road

Thu, May 02, 2024

As temporary repairs to sea wall damage in Oranmore caused by November’s Storm Debi are completed this week, a local councillor has slammed delays and again called for permanent infrastructure.

Countdown to the ballots - 2024 Countdown to voting - 2024

Thu, May 02, 2024

The newly passed European Disability Card will ensure Irish people with disabilities have the freedom to travel across the EU and access the supports they are entitled to, MEP Maria Walsh has said.

Roscam concerns highlighted by Labour Party candidate, Helen Ogbu

Thu, May 02, 2024

With the local elections on June 7 fast approaching, Labour Party Candidate Helen Ogbu has been actively engaging with residents in Roscam to understand their concerns and priorities. During recent canvassing efforts, several pressing issues have come to light, emphasizing the urgent need for improved infrastructure and transportation solutions in the area.

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