Primary education can be better, says INTO president ahead of Budget 2022

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

The pandemic exposed a decade of neglect in primary and special schools and as we move to recover from Covid 19, it’ is imperative we do better, according to INTO president Joe McKeown ahead of the forthcoming budget.

Time to be sound, not silly

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

A community is formed by the willingness of all to share in the responsibility for upholding the common good. Now, more than ever, we are aware of what the common good is. Now more than ever at any time in history, we know what the enemy is. Now, for the first time perhaps, the whole world shares a common enemy — an enemy that can be defeated the same way in Colombia, Canberra, California or Clifden.

Major prize draw to fund urgent renovation of St Mary’s Church in Headford

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

A major prize draw is underway in the parish of Headford/Claran to raise funds for urgent renovation works at St. Mary’s church in Headford.

Witness appeal following major public order incident in Tuam

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Gardaí in Tuam have appealed for witnesses to come forward following a violent altercation at a cemetery in Tuam last week.

A large number of people were involved in a fight in the cemetery during a funeral at about 4pm on the afternoon of Wednesday September 22. A number of people were seriously injured in the incident and were taken to University Hospital Galway for treatment.

When it comes to decisions, we need one for the road

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

In the heady days before the commencement of lockdown, several hundred people spent about a month in the ballroom of the g Hotel for the long running and comprehensive oral hearing into the impact of the proposed Galway City Ring Road.

Autumn season marks the start of onion sowing in the garden

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Now that we are officially in autumn season we can start sowing onion.

Mood-lifting chocolate and coffee scented home spa rituals

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Hot on the heels of the success of the Baltic Home Spa fit collection, ziaja introduce seven new mood-boosting wellness products to add to their home spa family.

Beginners Mandarin language courses for adults and children

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

The Confucius Institute's Mandarin language course is suitable for beginners or those with some basic knowledge of Mandarin. The aim of this course is to enable students to feel confident in communicating in everyday situations with Chinese native speakers, and to give insights into the Chinese culture and way of life.

NUI Galway to host virtual undergraduate open day

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Almost 100 online booths are being set up for students to put NUI Galway academics and staff on the spot during the university's autumn undergraduate open day.

Poly to create 200 jobs in new EMEA Cebtre of Excellence in Galway

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Global Audio and Video Technology Powerhouse Poly today (Thursday) announced the opening of its new EMEA Centre of Excellence in Galway, expected to create more than 200 high-skilled jobs over the next five years. The global communications company is investing in the region to meet the growing demand for its premium audio and video products as businesses adjust to managing highly distributed workforces.

Poly to create 200 jobs in new EMEA Centre of Excellence in Galway

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Racecourse facility to be used to give health workers the winter flu jab

Wed, Sep 29, 2021

The mass vaccination centre at Galway Racecourse at Ballybrit is to be used to issue the winter flu vaccine to healthcare workers in the west.

Long waiting lists in emergency department due to bed pressure

Wed, Sep 29, 2021

Patients attending the emergency department (ED) of University Hospital Galway are facing long waiting times to be admitted to wards for treatment due to the ongoing pressure on bed availability.

Boil water notice issued for general Barna area

Fri, Sep 24, 2021

Following consultation with the Health Service Executive, Irish Water and Galway City Council are issuing a Boil Water Notice with immediate effect to protect the health of consumers supplied by the Galway City West Public Water Supply in the areas of Barna Village, Truskey West and Truskey East, Barr Aille, Fermoyle, Ballard and along the Connemara Coast Road as far as Furbo, and on the Barna/Galway Road as far as Silverstrand.

Jobs boost as Integer announces plans for massive Parkmore facility

Thu, Sep 23, 2021

Up to 200 new jobs will be created in Galway with Integer Holdings Corporation, a leading medical device outsource manufacturer, constructing a manufacturing facility in Parkmore East.

Budget 2022 must provide additional funding for libraries, says Crowe

Thu, Sep 23, 2021

In Ballybane and Westside, and other communities across Galway, it is “clear how important a resource our local libraries are”, and they deserve greater levels of funding in the upcoming Budget.

Grealish demands Government adopt NUIG report on solving underfunding of Galway County Council

Thu, Sep 23, 2021

A new local government funding model, recommended by a report from experts at NUI Galway, could be the key to ending underfunding of the Galway County Council, a situation which has left it “starved of cash”.