We all need heroes like Browne and Crean and Weekes
Thu, Oct 06, 2022
There was a strange juxtaposition in Galway Port this week. The Marine Institute’s shiny new super-bád, the Tom Crean purred its way out of the harbour, ready to shimmy its way down to Kerry where it will be officially unveiled today.
Read more ...Free e-waste recycling event in Oranmore
Thu, Oct 06, 2022
Galway householders are being urged to bring their electrical and electronic waste to a free collection day to help the county meet recycling targets, which have increased since the first lockdown in 2020.
Read more ...Return of the hero oarsman
Thu, Oct 06, 2022
Former Connacht Rugby player and extreme adventurer, Damian Browne received a heroe’s welcome upon returning to Galway on Tuesday following his 112-day transatlantic row from New York.
Read more ...Return of the heroic oarsman
Wed, Oct 05, 2022
Former Connacht Rugby player and extreme adventurer, Damian Browne received a heroe's welcome upon returning to Galway on Tuesday following his 112-day transatlantic row from New York.
Read more ...Boost for west’s creative sector as TG4 children’s channel gets green light
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
The creative and audiovisual sector in the west of Ireland got a significant boost last evening when TG4 were given the green light to develop a dedicated children’s TV channel entitled Cúla4.
Read more ...Local gardai promote use of Garda Property App to help keep property safe
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
An Garda Síochána has launched a new app designed to keep personal property safe and help with theft investigations.
Read more ...Galway schools challenged to become battery recycling champions
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Galway schools and students are being challenged to become battery recycling champions as part of a nationwide initiative which will also help children with life-limiting illnesses.
Read more ...Three events this October in Kennys Bookshop
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Kennys Bookshop have three exciting events in-store this October, to celebrate some of this season’s big book releases.
Read more ...Chambers to officially open new Irish Language Centre at Knocknacarra tomorrow
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
The Board of Management of Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh has confirmed that Jack Chambers, Government Chief-Whip and Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Irish Language, Sport and Media will officially open the new Irish language centre at the site of Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh in Knocknacarra tomorrow Friday September 30.
Read more ...Cúirt International Festival of Literature appoints new director
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Galway Arts Centre is delighted to announce the appointment of Manuela Moser as Festival Director of the Cúirt International Festival of Literature. Manuela brings a wealth of experience to Galway Arts Centre having held roles as a director, programmer and project manager across the literature field.
Read more ...Ronan’s mission of mercy in Ethiopia is personal
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
As the dad of two Ethiopian daughters, the food crisis that is gripping the Horn of Africa is personal for Ronan Scully.
Read more ...Creativity and culture to be highlighted at 2022 Galway Chamber awards
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
The growing global focus of many businesses across Galway will be among the areas highlighted at this year’s Galway Chamber Business Awards. Taking place in the Galmont Hotel on Friday November 18, the Galway Business Awards 2022, in association with the Shannon Airport Group, will be themed ‘Galway: Embedded Locally, Focused Globally’.
Read more ...Lyons raises concerns over Knocknacarra estate entrance
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Galway City West and Knocknacarra Councillor Donal Lyons has this week raised serious safety concerns with Galway City Council regarding the construction of an entrance to a new estate being developed on the Upper Ballymoneen Road.
He said that in recent days an entrance to the Maolchnoc estate is under construction, and he noticed that the actual entrance has not been stepped back as is the norm when other estates or individual houses are being developed.
Read more ...Help a giant get his wings at this year’s Macnas event
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
“New York has the Statue of Liberty, Galway has Con Mór,” says Artistic Director of Macnas, Noeline Kavanagh.
Read more ...Shine a light on heart health today — World Heart Day
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Croí, the heart and stroke charity, is delighted to collaborate with some of the most iconic and historic buildings, organisations and landmarks throughout the west to mark World Heart Day 2022, tonight Thursday September 29.
Read more ...Advertiser columnist among University of Galway Alumni Award recipients
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Olympic champion Aifric Keogh, Kenny’s Bookshop and Gallery director, author, and historian Tom Kenny, and World Food Program representative Mary-Ellen McGroarty are among the recipients of the 2022 University of Galway Alumni Awards. The winners, announced this week, will be presented with their awards at a gala banquet on Friday October 21.
Read more ...Renewed calls for Council to shift kissing gates
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Local cycling and disability activists have long been battling to remove kissing gates from parks and walkways across the city.
Read more ...Ukrainian boxers to visit Galway
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Olympic Boxing Club Galway is hosting a Ukranian national underage team this weekend culminating in a special Galway versus Ukraine tournament.
Read more ...Registration has opened for Helplink’s Coldtober fundraiser
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Registration has opened for Coldtober 2022 — Helplink’s annual fundraising event for the month of October.
Each day Helplink invites you to join in this month-long sea swimming fundraiser challenge to help them get one step closer to meeting our mission; to support children, young people and adults with their mental health.
Read more ...The Ardilaun Hotel hosts its Wedding Showcase in style
Thu, Sep 29, 2022
Congratulations on your engagement. Even though it’s an exciting time for you both, wedding planning can be time-consuming, especially when you have lots to do. Time to prioritise …. choosing your perfect venue has got to be top of the list and The Ardilaun Hotel is the perfect four star Garden Wedding Venue in Galway to host your Big Day.
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