Gráinne Seoige advocates for accessible childcare solutions in Galway

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Fianna Fáil General Election candidate for Galway West, Grainne Seoige, has pledged to prioritise helping parents across Galway with pressing childcare challenges.

Residencies to unite art, science, and community in Galway's 'The Air We Share' initiative

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

In conjunction with Galway City Council, Galway Arts Centre announced the awarding of three art commissions under an innovative new artist-in-residence programme. The programme supports artists in engaging with the communities of Galway City’s Westside and creatively responding to scientific research on air quality and climate conducted by local citizens and climate scientists from the University of Galway.

Galway-based VERSONO Medical enrols first patients in pivotal study

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Parkmore-based VERSONO® Medical Ltd has begun enrolling patients in the FREEFLOW pivotal study for its FastWire System. FastWire is a truly disruptive technology designed to quickly access previously untreatable complex blockages in arteries, increasing success rates and reducing risk of amputations via endovascular techniques.

Show up and shape the future

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

As the eve of polling day descends upon us, we stand on the threshold of a momentous decision that will shape not only the composition of our next Government but the trajectory of our nation as we approach the cusp of 2030. This election isn’t merely a ritual of democracy—it’s a call to action for every eligible voter to exercise their right, claim ownership of the outcome, and influence the coalition of parties that will steer our society through the opportunities and challenges of the coming years.

Galway WEST constituency predictions

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

We concur, but don’t forget Grealish, with his stronghold centred on ‘Greater Carnmore’ (population 9,000), was elected on the eighth count in 2020, alongside Mairéad Farrell (SF) and Ó Cuív, after eliminated Labour, Independent, Green Party and Fianna Fáil candidates' votes were distributed between the top three.

Galway EAST constituency prediction

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Ciaran Cannon (FG) is retiring after 13 years, while independent TD, Corofin’s canny Seán Canney, first elected as a county councillor in Tuam 20 years ago, should retain his seat with some ease. So although now a four-seater, in reality Galway East is still a scrap for three.

GALWAY-ROSCOMMON constituency prediction

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

We include a brief survey of the Roscommon-Galway constituency, as despite returning most of the chunk of Galway East that Roscommon held until the 2023 boundary review, the major Co Galway town of Ballinasloe is still under Rossie occupation, alongside Creggs, Ballygar and Ahascragh.

Update on impact of Storm Bert across county Galway

Sun, Nov 24, 2024

Following our communication on Friday regarding Storm Bert, we provide the following update on its impact across County Galway:

Major cocaine seizure in east of city

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Three men have been arrested by Galway Divisional Drug Squad in Doughiska, with a large quantity of hidden cocaine found nearby, including machinery for packaging drugs on an industrial scale.

Next government must be ready to act swiftly with ring road project, says Connolly

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

John Connolly, Fianna Fáil election candidate and city councillor, says he has sought a commitment from Tánaiste, Micheál Martin to ensure that if Fianna Fáil form part of the next Government that the Galway Ring Road project will be included in the next Programme for Government.

City Council unveils plan to enhance night-time economy

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Galway City Council has launched its first Night-Time Economy (NTE) Action Plan 2024-2025 – an innovative pilot initiative to engage young people in the night-time economy.

UHG launches annual ‘Sponsor a Christmas Tree Light’

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The Children’s Remembrance Day Committee in UHG has launched its annual ‘Sponsor a Christmas Tree Light’ 2024. The sale of lights was officially launched by Santa Claus. A light can be sponsored on the Christmas tree at University Hospital Galway in memory of the deceased or as a gift to a loved one. These lights give families an opportunity to remember their loved ones in a special way over the festive season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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