Couch to Comhrá in six weeks

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

A new Irish-language company has launched an initiative that promises to have people communicating in Irish within six weeks, and all without leaving their couch.

The Couch to Comhrá in six weeks challenge is the brainchild of online education organisation Gaelteanga and is aimed at those who studied Irish at school, but never quite managed to gain much fluency in the language.

Galway’s Raftery secures a special category win rally

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Galway’s Aoife Raftery had to put in a massive effort to secure the best female driver in a two-wheel drive car at Barum Rally Zlin over the weekend.

Collapse in TV licence revenue threatens independent production

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

The collapse in TV licence revenue is threatening the future of independent production companies and their associated jobs, according to Fine Gael Senator Sean Kyne.

He is calling for urgent action to protect workers in local and community media, and the film, TV and radio production sector whose roles are funded through the Sound and Vision Scheme, which received a ring-fenced portion of the licence fee.

University of Galway launches free period product initiative

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

A pilot programme launched this week will see period products freely available at a number of locations around University of Galway in a bid to tackle period poverty among students and staff.

Literary events at this year's Clifden Arts Festival

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

This year's 46th Clifden Arts Festival is set to uphold its tradition of nurturing artistic passion and fostering creative expression.

The longest-running community arts festival in Ireland takes September 13 to 24, and yet again promises to have something to excite everyone in the 2023 programme.

Loughrea to go medieval this weekend

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Loughrea will host a feast of free events this weekend as part of the Loughrea Medieval Festival, taking place from Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27.

Galway Choir Seeks 100 voices for performance

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Rise Choir is launching an exciting new opportunity for singers and music lovers as they seek 100 voices to join them on stage for an epic performance in the Town Hall Theatre in Galway.

Well known for their euphoric sound, vibrant harmonies and positive energy, Rise Choir, under the direction of Dr Caren Hession, is inviting interested participants of all levels and abilities to step out of their comfort zone and perform on stage to sell-out audience of family and friends.

Advertiser and Galway United giving away 1,000 tickets to next home match

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

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

Special event in memory of Patricia Burke Brogan

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

This year marks the first anniversary of the death of playwright, poet, novelist and artist Patricia Burke Brogan.

Grattan Beach roadshow highlights importance of our sand dunes

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

A free family-fun roadshow will take place on Grattan Beach this Saturday as part of a campaign to raise awareness of sand dunes and their role as secret superheroes against storms and climate change.

This event, taking place from 10am to 1pm, is organised by the Climate Action Regional Office (CARO) Atlantic Seaboard North and partners, as part of the Protect Our Dunes campaign. The roadshow will feature seashore safaris, sandcastle building, and more as part of the awareness raising campaign.

Galway Housing Project shortlisted for awards

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Claregalway & District Day Care Centre has been shortlisted for the prestigious ICSH Allianz Community Housing Awards.

Gort and Creggs recognised for enhancing biodiversity

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Two Co Galway areas have been singled out for special praise by judges from IPB Pride of Place, the all-island competition run by Co-operation Ireland. It recognised the vital contributions that communities in Creggs and Gort made to society.

Army personnel marches 200km from Dublin to Galway for Irish charities

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Irish Defence Forces members to walk 129 miles across Ireland over four days to raise vital funds for ONE and the Irish Cancer Society

Students’ Union urges caution when searching for accommodation

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

University of Galway Students' Union is urging students to be cautious when looking for accommodation for the upcoming academic year.

The closure of 120 rural pubs in Galway 'just the beginning' warns councillor

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

The loss of 120 of pubs in Galway since 2005, including 20 closures last year, is just the beginning warns Chair of County Galway Vintners, Cllr Joe Sheridan, as rising taxation and lack of support from the State has endangered a cornerstone of Ireland - the rural pub.

Advertiser in brief...

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Canney welcomes flood relief funding for three Galway schemes

Remembering the forgotten women of honour

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

A petition is gaining momentum to name the city's new pedestrian bridge in honour of Julia Morrissey. Who? Some may well ask.

Morrissey, a 1916 veteran, has been the subject of several historical accounts, not just because of her friendship with Liam Mellows and her passion for politics, but her steadfast support of Irish independence. Having founded an Athenry branch of Cumann na mBan, Morrissey was an Irish republican to the core, and is just one of thousands of forgotten women who helped pave the way for Ireland’s freedom. Few are recognised for their part, and the slings they have suffered.

City's insufficient water treatment facilities need to be urgently addressed, say Taisce

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

With the city's water treatment facility in Mutton Island struggling to process the city's wastewater during times of even 'relatively light rainfall events', frequently rendering two popular beaches for local bathers as 'unsuitable for swimming', the planning committee of An Taisce is appealing to Galway City Council to address the urgent issue before adding more homes to the city water network.

A welcome message from 1798 Castlebar Festival Chairman - Ronan Moran

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

A chairde,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Castlebar, on behalf of Castlebar Lions Club and Castlebar 1798 Festival Committee - to the 1798 Festival of Music and History.

Mayo Sinn Féin selects second Castlebar candidate

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Mayo Sinn Féin has selected its second candidate for next year’s local elections, Tony Geraghty, to run alongside Donna Hyland, who was selected for the party last month.

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