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Thu, May 09, 2024

Galway’s People Before Profit candidates are calling for Galway City Council to be more proactive in addressing the housing crisis in the city.

Cowen calls for vital funding for Galway Port extension

Thu, May 09, 2024

Barry Cowen TD, and Fianna Fáil European Election Candidate in the Midlands North West, is calling for funding support for the Galway Port extension.

New Galway City Council must address Galway’s gridlock, says Ó Conchúir

Thu, May 09, 2024

The new Galway City Council must, as a matter of priority, address the serious issue of Galway's traffic gridlock." Galway City West Sinn Féin candidate Cathal Ó Conchúir has said.

Young people must be supported to live in rural Ireland, says Saoirse McHugh

Thu, May 09, 2024

Re-invigorating rural communities will mean creating affordable housing and public transport so that young people are able to live, get around and enjoy their lives, according to Saoirse McHugh, independent candidate for the Midlands North West in the upcoming European election.

Concern for needs of elderly residents in Galway City East

Thu, May 09, 2024

Helen Ogbu, Labour Party Candidate for Galway City East, has expressed deep concern over the ongoing neglect of some needs of elderly residents in Galway City East, particularly as they pertain to accessibility issues.

Reynolds launches Euro campaign with Athlone event

Thu, May 09, 2024

James Reynolds has officially launched his campaign for the European parliamentary elections in the Midlands-North-West constituency.

Galway Baytones to forge a French connection in St Nic’s concert tomorrow

Thu, May 09, 2024

Galway music fans are set for a treat tomorrow night (Friday) when an Irish-French collaboration raises the rafters at St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church.

The magic will happen when well known a cappella group the Galway Baytones welcome Paris-based choir the Foliephones to St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church tomorrow (May 10) at 8pm, in the unique Franco-Galway musical synergy.

Animation Ireland Meitheal 2024 to take place in Galway

Thu, May 09, 2024

BY JAMIE CONLON
Animation Ireland Meitheal 2024, a day-long animation industry event, will take place on Saturday, May 25, at the Galway Bay Hotel. This annual event is an opportunity for Ireland’s animation community to come together to pose questions, share ideas, uncover solutions, and make connections.

Pearse is back as Saw Doctors play Kilconly in warm up show for European and US Tour

Thu, May 09, 2024

The Saw Doctors will play a one-off concert in The Venue, Kilconly, Tuam on Wednesday May 29 prior to their European and US Summer tour which kicks off in Munich on June 8t and includes outdoor shows in New York at Central Park, Dublin at Fairview Park and Belfast’s Custom House Square.

A nostalgia for the concept of good service

Thu, May 09, 2024

It’s a cliche that Ireland would be the best country in the world if the sun just kept shining a bit more, but there’s no denying that there’s nothing like some rays to bring out the best side of us.

Rescue RIB vital for Corrib, Marine Casualty Investigation report recommends

Thu, May 09, 2024

Major gaps in safety cover for the city’s fast-flowing water courses have been highlighted by a damning report into an incident where two racing boats were lost on the River Corrib last year.

What a catch - first salmon of the season from the River Corrib

Thu, May 09, 2024

Tom Keal from Newcastle pictured on Tuesday after he landed the first salmon of the season from the High Bank on the River Corrib.

Needs of communities not being met in this constituency, says Blaney

Thu, May 09, 2024

He said that nowhere is this more glaringly demonstrated than in the fact that our region is number 218 out of 234 when it comes to infrastructure while Ireland South is rated number two.

Galway Racecourse to partner with flat jockey Amy Jo Hayes for 2024

Thu, May 09, 2024

This year, as part of its Summer Festival line up, Galway Racecourse announced that it is partnering with flat jockey Amy Jo Hayes for 2024.

Galway’s sports clubs have been 'neglected by local authority and deserve a level playing field' - says Kenny Deery

Thu, May 09, 2024

Galway’s local authorities must join forces to appoint a sports coordination and relationship manager, to ensure consistent support and a level playing field for all clubs across both the city and county. This is the view of Galway City West Independent candidate Kenny Deery, who says sporting organisations are being “neglected and ignored” by the local authority.

Extension of free primary school book scheme will benefit thousands of children - says Naughton

Thu, May 09, 2024

The extension of free primary school books for school children from September is a great boost for families in Galway, Minister of State at the Department of Education, Hildegarde Naughton, has said.

Claddagh Credit Union Summer Car Draw is back

Thu, May 09, 2024

Claddagh Credit Union is thrilled to announce the much-awaited return of its June car draw, available exclusively to Claddagh Credit Union members. Members will have the opportunity to participate in the draw and for the chance to win a brand-new 2024 Ford Puma PHEV.

Havana seeks closer ties with Galway

Thu, May 09, 2024

Ambassador Bernardo Guanche Hernández attended a meeting organised by Galway’s Friends of Cuba and Equal Ireland which commissioned the memorial celebrating Alejandro “Bloody” O'Reilly. The event followed a formal, earlier meeting between the ambassador and Mayor Eddie Hoare (FG).

Award-winning author Kevin Barry to launch new novel in Kennys Bookshop

Thu, May 09, 2024

Bestselling and award-winning Irish author Kevin Barry will be at Kennys Bookshop in Liosbán on Thursday, May 30 for an event to celebrate the launch of his new novel, 'The Heart in Winter'.

'Love your Beach' returns to kick off National Biodiversity Week

Thu, May 09, 2024

'Love your Beach' will take place on 18 and 19 May and will kick off National Biodiversity Week this year with plenty of fun facts for all the community.

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