Galway West Count Centre - live blog

Sat, Nov 30, 2024

Update 23:22
First count: Mairead Farrell has topped the poll with 8,164 votes

Galway East Count Centre - live blog

Sat, Nov 30, 2024

00.48 — Counting suspended after the seventh count until 9am Sunday. 

Roscommon-Galway Count Centre - live blog

Sat, Nov 30, 2024

21.04 — Outgoing Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane and Fianna Fáil candidate Dr Martin Daly are expected to fill the other two seats.

Game on for enthralling Galway general election races

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Rampant politicians across Galway will be fed and watered tonight before tomorrow’s big hunt for Dáil seats.

St James’ launch Healthy Club Programme

Thu, Nov 28, 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.

Green light for €5.4m Active Travel schemes in Athenry and Tuam as contracts are signed

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Galway County Council has signed contracts with SYSTRA Ltd. for the design of two major new Active Travel schemes in Athenry and Tuam.

Boil water notice issued for customers supplied by Mid-Galway Public Water Supply Scheme

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Following consultation with the Health Service Executive, Uisce Éireann have issued a Boil Water Notice to protect the health of approximately 7,852 customers supplied by the Mid-Galway Water Supply Scheme due to a deterioration in raw water quality entering the treatment plant as a result of recent heavy rainfall.

Grease is the word: Galway Community College revives musical magic after 18 years

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Galway Community College (GCC) is abuzz with excitement as students and staff prepare for their production of Grease: The Musical, the school’s first musical in nearly two decades. The performance, taking place in GCC’s recently upgraded 200-seater theatre, marks a triumphant return of musical culture to the school.

Bert battered the west with widespread damage

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

BY DECLAN VARLEY
Storm Bert caused significant disruption to Galway and other parts of Ireland over the weekend. County Galway experienced intense rainfall and strong winds, resulting in localised flooding and widespread damage.

Green Flag raised for first time in snowy Terryland Forest Park

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

On a snowy Thursday November 21, the prestigious Green Flag was raised for the first time in Terryland Forest Park by Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr Peter Keane, staff of Galway City Council and volunteers from Tuatha of Terryland Forest Park.

Lack of data on children’s rheumatology needs in the West is deeply concerning, says John Connolly

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

The absence of children’s rheumatology services in the West and the lack of data on how many children are seeking these services is deeply concerning, according to Cllr John Connolly.

Fahy Travel wins Worldchoice Top Travel Agent Award again

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Fahy Travel in Bridge Street are yet again winners of the Worldchoice Top Travel Agent Award at the groups conference in Dundalk last weekend.

Dáithí Ó Sé to switch on Christmas lights at Galway Hospice

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

All are invited to the Tree of Lights Celebration on Sunday 1st December at 5pm, on the grounds of Galway Hospice.

Over 1,000 newly diagnosed cancer patients supported by Cancer Care West in 2023

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Cancer Care West supported over 2,800 cancer patients and their families throughout 2023, with more than half of these patients being newly diagnosed. As the charity marked its 30th anniversary, the numbers supported reflect both a rising need and the essential role Cancer Care West plays in the lives of thousands of people across the West and Northwest of Ireland.

‘Parking at University Hospital Galway is unacceptable’ says Padraig Lenihan

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Padraig Lenihan, Aontú candidate for the General Election has said that the University Hospital carpark is lacking in size and there are not enough spaces.

Innovative celebration of collective creativity

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

In the realm of artistic innovation, The Sound Nest is a testament to the power of collaboration and inclusivity. Produced by That’s Life in partnership with multidisciplinary artist Jane Cassidy, this immersive installation marries music, visual art, and community engagement to create a transformative experience that resonates with participants and audiences alike.

People asked to help identify man whose body was found in Claddagh Basin

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Gardai have issued an appeal for help in identifying a man whose body was found in the Claddagh Basin earlier this month.

Seamount College continues campaign for much-needed PE Hall and ASD Unit

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

More than twenty second-level schools across the country have been granted planning permission for facilities such as PE Halls and and special classes for those with intellectual and physical disabilities over the last five years to enhance the lives of students.

Connolly bemused by botched FF election leaflet

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Election literature distributed on behalf of Fianna Fáil novice candidate Gráinne Seoige has caused consternation among supporters of a sitting TD.

O’Reilly plans to improve local school application process

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Senator Pauline O’Reilly is calling for improvements to the secondary school application process and for better school transport. She said getting into a secondary school in Galway is proving more difficult as the population grows, and change is needed.

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