Zero-hours hospitality workers experience burnout, says academic

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

A new study co-authored by a local academic has found that hospitality employees who perceive they are on a ‘zero-hour’ contract, where their hours are unspecified, are particularly vulnerable to burnout.

Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin in conversation with Doireann Ní Ghríofa at Kennys

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

In celebration of the recognition by the EU Prize for Literature 2022 of his novel Madame Lazare, a free event will take place at Kennys Bookshop next Friday, November 18th, when Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin will be joined in conversation by Doireann ní Ghríofa.

Star-studded Niall Donohue Memorial Match to benefit Jigsaw

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

On Saturday December 10, Galway’s biggest hurling stars will play the Niall Donohue Memorial Match in memory of the Kilbeacanty and Galway hurling star.

Youth Circus is a powerful tool for social change says Galway Community Circus director

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway Community Circus, University of Galway – Drama and Theatre Studies and the Irish Street Arts, Circus and Spectacle Network (ISACS) will host Circus Education: Creativity and Inclusion in Learning, a free two-day conference taking place 18-19 November at the O’Donoghue Centre at University of Galway.

Freebird’s M.C.C Project for one night only tomorrow in An Taibhdhearc

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

An Taibhdhearc presents the Freebirds M.C.C Project for one night only this Friday November 11. Join them for a night of live rock music from ‘Lazarus Brother’, an artwork exhibition and film screening. Come and experience this work with the community who made it.

CATU Galway to hold AGM in city next week

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

CATU Galway is having an AGM on November 15 in Aras na Gael and online from 6:30-8pm.

At the AGM members will be forming a committee and making plans for the coming months to best address local housing issues.

Solution to Claregalway’s downpour issue welcomed by Cllr. James Charity

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

News that land acquisition to provide for a surface water retention pond in Claregalway has been agreed, has been welcomed by Cllr. James Charity.

Over there — the challenges facing the EU in these times

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

It’s Wednesday evening and I type these words in a quiet corner of the Berlaymont in Brussels. Outside the evening is a grey November, not quite frosty yet, but winter is on the way. And perhaps a sort of winter is on the way for the institution in whose building I am working.

Marine Institute say creatures of the deep will inspire next generation of scientists

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

The Marine Institute, alongside the Explorers Education Programme, will be showcasing marine science at the 2022 Galway Science and Technology Festival this weekend. Families are invited to the Bailey Allen Hall at the University of Galway on Sunday the 13th November 2022, to learn more about Ireland’s marine research vessels and creatures of the deep sea.

Regional TDs secure unanimous Dáil support for action on long COVID

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Sean Canney Independent TD and Regional Group of TDs have received full support across Dáil Eireann for their motion which is calling for the roll out of specialist services to support those who have not recovered fully after being infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. “

“Not only is this a positive step to ensure that immediate steps are now taken to support all patients with long COVID, regardless of where they live, or how they are impacted, but it is also a formal recognition from the National Parliament of the existence of this condition which is having an impact on people in every corner of our country,” he said.

Expanding the female entrepreneurship community in the region

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

IdeasLab, the entrepreneurial and innovation hub at University of Galway is hosting an evening to celebrate Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs on Thursday 17 November in Galway City. The event is one of a series of events created to help expand our community of supporters for female entrepreneurs in the region.

Hospital winter plans unveiled

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway University Hospital (GUH), Portiuncula University Hospital (PUH) and Community Healthcare West are implementing further initiatives this Winter to support hospital admission avoidance and promote patient flow across all acute and community healthcare facilities through an integrated approach.

The initiatives will maximise the use of available resources to manage unscheduled care pressure and support an overall improvement to the patient journey. The initiatives identified for 2022/2023 are focused on established best practice in relation to admission avoidance and patient flow. An enhanced GP/Hospital Liaison will support the provision of care, in the right place at the right time.

Athenry Tesco opens its doors

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

by Róisín Kilroy
As former Joyce’s stores across Galway city and county transform into Tesco outlets, Athenry’s local community turned out in droves to welcome the new addition on its opening day, last Thursday, November 4.

Galway exposed to whims of big tech, unless new framework is drawn up, says McNelis

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Labour City Councillor Niall Mc Nelis has warned that unless a new national industrial policy framework prioritised the scaling up of indigenous Irish enterprise, Ireland will continue to be exposed to a dangerous and excessive reliance on foreign direct investment for high value, high paying jobs.

He said that even in Galway, we must be prepared to have companies up sticks and close their doors at the drop of a hat as loyalty to Ireland is not the same as it is to the dollar.

University of Galway to participate in major study on impact of climate change on environmental pathogens

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

University of Galway has teamed up with 12 institutes across 10 countries for a new €10m Horizon Europe project to examine the impact of climate change on health risks due to disease-causing microorganisms in coastal waters.

The project, 'BlueAdapt – Reducing Climate Based Risks in Blue Environments: Adapting to the climate change impacts on coastal pathogens', brings together an interdisciplinary team of researchers, including microbiologists, epidemiologists, economists, climate scientists, and policy specialists in order to investigate the complex interactions between climate change, pathogen dynamics, and human health.

New watersport bye-laws would have criminalised hero ocean rowers

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Tracht signage is official Galway County Council Beach Management policy in pictures. The full 400M beach has been allocated to swimmers and the graphics clearly bans water sports. The signage also warns about a slipway as boats can be launched as well as asking people to wear personal floating devices. The updated bye-laws are official Galway County Council policy in words and pictures.

PhD Researchers in University of Galway to deliver petition to president concerning pay

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

PhD Researchers in the University of Galway will deliver a petition which calls for the immediate reversal of the Graduate Teaching Policy (GTA) to the president, Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh and deputy president and registrar, Pól Ó Dochartaigh.

Galway Gardaí Divisional Youth Awards

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway Divisional Gardaí, in conjunction with SuperValu, are seeking nominations for the fourth annual youth awards, hosted by the Galway Divisional Gardaí.

Galway girl sets off to represent Ireland in Miss Earth

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway’s own, Alannah Larkin, sets off this weekend to represent Ireland in the Miss Earth finals in the Philippines, facing off contestants from around the globe.

Talk on disbandment of Connaught Rangers

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

‘Commemorating the armistice, reflecting on disbandment, and looking to the future’ a short talk by Dr Tony King, Connaught Rangers Association Liaison Officer, will be given at Menlo Park Hotel this Sunday November 13 at 4.30pm.

This talk will follow the 3pm unveiling of a memorial stone to the Connaught Rangers Regiment at the New Cemetery in Bohermore. Members of the public, like-minded associations, and interested parties are all invited to attend where light refreshments will be served. Quis Separabit

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