Severe escalation in HSE recruitment embargo will have devastating impact in Galway, says Farrell

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Sinn Féin TD Mairead Farrell has expressed alarm at how the severe escalation in the HSE’s recruitment embargo will impact patients in Galway, ansd that this is a direct consequence of the Government’s disastrous decision to deliberately underfund the health service in 2024.

O’Flaherty welcomes the Dexter cows project to Ballyloughane

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Independent City Councillor Terry O’Flaherty has welcomed an innovative new project which will see a small herd of a particular breed of cattle brought in to graze land beside Ballyloughane Beach in an experiment that could enhance the growth of native wildflowers and plants.

We need to combat loneliness epidemic in Ireland, says McNelis

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Labour City Councillor Niall Mc Nelis, has urgently called upon the Government to take decisive action and empower our Local Authorities to combat the staggering loneliness epidemic in our communities.

Irish debut for family of music

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

To music-lovers the name Kanneh-Mason describes a whole family of prodigiously gifted musicians. The pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason, who sparkles on her recent acclaimed Children’s Corner album, and the feted young cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, a world-renowned recitalist since wining the 2016 BBC Young Musician competition, are so far the most notable of this extraordinary family.

Carolina business alliance to benefit Galway

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

An international authority on leadership development and organisational health, who lives in the United States and has a second home in Galway, is forging business links between Ireland and a state in the south-eastern region of the US.

Get in the Christmas spirit with St. Nicholas’ Christmas Fayre

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

WITH December on the way and the countdown to Christmas getting closer, get in the festive spirit with the annual Christmas Fayre in St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church.

The Christmas Fayre, organised by the parishioners and clergy of St Nicholas’, takes place on Saturday 25 November from 10.30am to 2.30pm.

Naughton and Kyne confirm Taoiseach will open Moycullen Bypass next month

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Local TD and Government Chief Whip, Hildegarde Naughton and Seantor Sean Kyne, have confirmed that the Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar TD, will officially open the new N59 Moycullen Bypass on December 11. In January, 2022, Minister Naughton had turned the sod on the project which involved the construction of 4.3km of new national secondary road, improvement to 3km of local roads, 1.7 km of accommodation roads and 10 structures.

Ocean Towers Apartments lead the way in sustainability

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Ocean Towers Apartments lead the way in sustainability with EV charging in partnership with Ocean Property Management and Fort Energy.

War of words as Collins lashes city councillors for motion to curtail airport concerts

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

A county councillor has lashed out at the actions of some city councillors who have moved to restrict the number of concerts at Galway Airport, saying their argument that it will impact tckets sales at the Arts festival held a month earlier ‘do not stack up.’

What might have been...

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

It is not often that the one story dominates all the world’s headlines. We got a sense of it a few years back when we were all under the curse of Covid. For the first time, perhaps ever, the entire globe was at the mercy of the one ailment; the entire global news cycle carrying the same, but localised versions of the same story. We all had variations of the one restrictions; we lived our lives in the manner that the regulators dicated.

This day 60 years ago, the world’s media was also carrying the one story with the news of the previous day’s shooting in Dallas reverberating around the globe. It was that first moment in time when people recalled an engagement with media, whether it be radio, newspaper or TV. Decades on, people can recall where they were when they heard that news.

GUH Frailty at the Front Door Service helps 2,200 older people avoid lengthy hospital stays

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

The Frailty at the Front Door Service (FFD) in Galway University Hospitals commenced in 2021 and since then over 2,200 older patients have benefitted from targeted assessment and interventions to help them remain well at home.

Grealish secures Govt promise to look into repayment of free legal aid by serial offenders

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Galway West TD Noel Grealish has secured a commitment from the Government that it will look into the possibility of forcing serial offenders to repay the costs of legal aid that is currently provided to them free of charge for their defence in court.

Former Mayor’s call on An Bord Pleanála to expedite decision on Galway’s Ring Road

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

At a recent Transport Strategic Policy Committee, former Mayors of the city, Cllr Clodagh Higgins and Cllr Noel Larkin expressed their frustration with Galway City being essentially ignored by the powers that be on the issue of the Ring Road.

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Thu, Nov 16, 2023

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Six decades on, Salthill-based team who won minor title get together

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

A unique event was held recently in Arus Bothar na Trá, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of a Salthill- based team winning the Galway County minor football championship. Never before had the group got together in the last 60 years.

Misinformation at Merlin Park hospital exit demands immediate action says Ogbu

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Labour Local Area Rep Helen Ogbu has raised urgent safety concern and misinformation at Merlin Park hospital exit demanding immediate action by the Council.

Ocean caring project wins national honour for Scoil Chaitríona

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Scoil Chaitríona Junior, Renmore, Galway, has been crowned the national winner of the Explorers Ocean Champion School Awards 2023 for their Healthy Ocean project, ‘Caring for our Ocean’.

Ocean caring project wins national honour for Scoil Chaitríona

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Scoil Chaitríona Junior, Renmore, Galway, has been crowned the national winner of the Explorers Ocean Champion School Awards 2023 for their Healthy Ocean project, ‘Caring for our Ocean’.

Thousands attend Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition Day

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

The annual Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition Day is a calendar highlight for Galway students and families. Last Sundays event drew thousands of people of all ages as they marvelled at a range of activities including the Medtronic Junior Hospital, the ever-popular Teddy Bear Hospital, exotic animals with The Bug Doctor plus primary and secondary school exhibition stands.

Sweeney Oil introduces HVO to Galway

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Following the successful launch of a Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) pump in their Headford Road Service station last August, Sweeney Oil are extending the availability of HVO to homes across County Galway, providing their customers with a greener alternative to conventional home heating oil.

HVO, a renewable and eco-friendly fuel derived from vegetable oils, waste oils, and fats, marks a significant stride in the pursuit of cleaner energy solutions. HVO boasts a high-quality, low-emission composition, promising a cleaner burn and reduced impact on the environment.

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