St James’ launch Healthy Club Programme
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
On Saturday, November 16, St James’ GAA and St James’ LGFA launched their Irish Life Healthy Club Programme in Teach Cumann Pa Grealish in Mervue.
The committee were joined by members of both clubs, along with members of neighbouring soccer clubs and the local active retirement group. As part of the launch, a walk around the main GAA pitch took place with lots of smiles during the miles.
Read more ...We need a Galway City Taskforce, says Kyne
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The establishment of a dedicated Galway City Taskforce would be positive news that would be broadly welcomed, a Fine Gael General Election candidate has said.
Read more ...Galway Simon Community appeals for help to prevent the trauma of homelessness this Christmas
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
No one should be without a home. Galway Simon Community is deeply concerned about the number of people experiencing homelessness in the West this winter. The charity has issued an urgent appeal ahead of Christmas, asking people to support them to help prevent people across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon from experiencing the trauma of homelessness.
Read more ...OCC Construction wins Industrial Contractor of the Year Award for Shannon Airport development
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Galway-based OCC Construction’s development for The Shannon Airport Group has been awarded the Industrial Project of the Year at the Irish Construction Industry Awards (ICIA). This recognition highlights OCC Construction’s continued commitment to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, marking yet another proud achievement for the company, which has been honoured for outstanding work on other projects in recent years.
Read more ...Hospital masterplan a gamechanger for healthcare in the west, says Naughton
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Fine Gael Election Candidate, Minister Hildegarde Naughton, has welcomed the completion of the masterplan for the University Hospital Galway (UHG) complex on Newcastle Road. Minister Naughton has long advocated for the relocation of elective care away from this site to Merlin Park Hospital and this plan is a vindication of that view.
Read more ...Boucher-Hayes launches book for teachers
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
TV and Radio journalist and presenter Philip Boucher-Hayes was in Galway to launch a new book for primary and post primary teachers. Edited by Galway based academic Associate Professor Anne Dolan, Teaching the Sustainable Development Goals to Young Citizens (10-16 years) A Focus on Teaching Hope, Respect, Empathy and Advocacy in Schools is a key resource for teachers at a time of war, environmental crisis, migration and human rights abuses.
Read more ...Uí Mhaine book launch at Kennys this evening
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The launch of the new book by archaeology scholar and author Daniel Patrick Curley will take place at Kennys Bookshop this evening Thursday November 21 and all are welcome. The Uí Chellaig lords of Uí Maine and Tír Maine, just published by Four Courts Press, will be launched by Dr. Kenneth Coyne who will interview Curley about his new book. The event is free to attend.
Read more ...Time for a new direction in justice after 14 years of FG Minister, says Seoige
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Gráinne Seoige, Fianna Fáil’s General Election candidate for Galway West, has said Fianna Fáil plans will tackle rural crime in Connemara and anti-social behaviour across the constituency.
Read more ...Galway’s Gather & Grow initiative target formation of regional food producers’ network
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Food and drinks producers from across Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Clare and Limerick, are being targeted for Gather & Grow, with the first networking event taking place at BIA Innovator Campus in Athenry, on Tuesday morning next, November 26.
Read more ...Ogbu outlines Labour’s vision for transformative mental health reform
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Labour is committed to building a health service that prioritises robust mental health supports and services, says Councillor Helen Ogbu, Labour Party General Election candidate.
Read more ...17,000 Galway burglary convictions – but it’s not stopping career criminals, warns Grealish
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
There have been almost 17,000 convictions for burglary recorded in Galway over the past four and half years – but it has done little to stop the offenders, Galway West TD Noel Grealish has claimed.
Read more ...Ashford Castle announces history festival
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Ashford Castle has announced details of its 2025 History Festival featuring four of Ireland’s leading historians, broadcasters and writers who will explore the rich, complex and fascinating history of the west of Ireland. The annual event will take place over two days, February 28 and March 1 in the historic castle in Cong.
Read more ...UHG first in the country to use new biological aortic heart valve
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
University Hospital Galway has become the first hospital in the country to use a new biological aortic valve, putting it at the forefront of valvular heart surgery.
Read more ...Daly calls for action to tackle alarming rise in excessive social media use and online bullying
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Dr Martin Daly, a GP serving Ballygar for over 30 years and candidate for Roscommon-Galway in the upcoming General Election, is calling for urgent action to address the rise in excessive social media use and online bullying among Irish youth.
Read more ...Standún shines at Family Business Awards with coveted Longevity Award
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Standún, the cherished family-owned Irish business renowned for its unique blend of traditional and contemporary retail offerings across fashion, homewares and gifting, is thrilled to announce their success at the prestigious Family Business Awards this year.
Read more ...Accessible, affordable healthcare with Dooctor.ie in Galway
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Dooctor.ie is making healthcare accessible, affordable, and convenient for all. With a new clinic now open in Galway, its mission is to offer flexible healthcare options for busy schedules and immediate needs.
The Galway walk-in clinic, open daily from 10am to 7pm, provides high-quality care with no appointments needed. Whether you’re managing a minor illness, need a prescription, or require blood testing, Dooctor.ie offers a straightforward experience. For times when in-person visits are not possible, its online doctors are available from 10am to 10pm every day, so you can connect with a GP from the comfort of home.
Read more ...Cancer Care West launches Winter Support Groups schedule
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The Cancer Care West Support Centre in Galway has announced their Peer Support Group Winter schedule. These support groups provide a platform for those affected by cancer to come together – to connect, to share experiences, to ask questions of each other and sometimes to simply chat and laugh together.
Read more ...National Campaign for the Arts - meeting the Galway election candidates
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The arts are important in Galway. As a result, the National Campaign for the Arts is holding a pre-election public meeting with Galway election candidates to discuss their vision for the arts in Galway.
Read more ...Galway Hospice Tree of Lights Celebration
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
All are invited to the Tree of Lights Celebration on Sunday December 1 at 5pm, on the grounds of Galway Hospice.
This is a magical evening where people can remember and celebrate loved ones by sponsoring a light as a shining tribute to those who have passed.
Read more ...Find that elusive gift at Galway Antique Art & Vintage Fair in Claregalway Castle this weekend
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Looking for that elusive Christmas gift for someone special? Want to explore a treasure house on your doorstep?
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