Shock at news that lossmaking Pálás Cinema to close in Spring
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
The Light House Cinema Group last night (Wednesday) announced that it has made the difficult decision to close the doors of the Pálás Cinema at the end of February due to ongoing financial losses.
Read more ...Caherlistrane man's hotel is Big Apple destination of choice
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
I'm sitting having a wonderful mid-afternoon coffee and cake in a beautifully restored hotel dining room. Overhead, the loudspeaker shares news of a storm in Ireland, power outages, and musical requests for Bridie in Bohola. Then, a blast of ads for shops and businesses in the commercial heartbeat of my native county. The familiar tones of MidWest Radio whisper out to me.
Read more ...Glenmar Shellfish expands its net to the west of Ireland following the acquisition of Mary's Fish
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
Glenmar Shellfish, a West Cork-based Lisavaird Food Group subsidiary, is delighted to announce the acquisition of Chef’s Choice Fish Company, trading as Mary’s Fish in Ballybrit, Galway.
Read more ...Galway clergywoman hangs peace dove for people devastated by war
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
A Galway clergywoman is hanging a ‘dove of peace’ on her Christmas tree this festive season to draw attention to the humanitarian crises caused by conflicts around the world and the efforts of Christian Aid to support those most in need.
Read more ...Crowe’s return to Council is “kick in the teeth” says Galway Traveller Movement
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
The Galway Traveller Movement has called on Fianna Fáil leader Micheal Martin to reverse his party’s decision to propose former councillor Michael Crowe to return to Galway City Council.
Read more ...Minister Rabbitte turns sod at Ability West developments in Portumna
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
The sod of a new residential unit and two modular units at Ability West in Portumna was turned December 17 by Minister for Disability and Senator, Anne Rabbitte.
Read more ...Galway County Council announces new line-up following General Election
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
The political landscape of Galway County Council has undergone significant change with the co-option of new councillors and the nomination of a new Cathaoirleach following the election of Louis O'Hara (SF), Pete Roche (FG), and former Cathaoirleach Albert Dolan (FF) to the Irish Dáil.
Read more ...City double tax hike set for 2025
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
Members of the political pact running the Galway City Council were split when it came to raising Local Property Tax in October, but differences were put aside last week when it voted for a 2025 budget including two tax hikes.
Read more ...Call for counselling supports for women in direct provision centre following recent tragic bereavements
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
Galway Labour councillors Helen Ogbu and John McDonagh have called for more immediate counselling support for women in a city direct provision centre.
Read more ...LIBERTY IT & Galway City Museum announce new educational partnership
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
LIBERTY IT and Galway City Museum have announced the launch of a new educational partnership pilot to support STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) learning for young people with the creation of a new digital skills initiative.
Read more ...POTA Café emphasises the importance of Gaeltacht business supports in new Údarás campaign
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
The popular POTA Café in Connemara is featured in a campaign launched this week by Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Read more ...Barbados ambassador visits Marine Institute to discuss ocean sustainability
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
The Barbados Ambassador to Ireland, His Excellency, Mr Cleviston Haynes, visited the Marine Institute headquarters in Galway this week to discuss collaboration in marine research and sustainable ocean management initiatives.
Read more ...Galway football pays tribute to the great Joe Hanley
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
Galway football stood still this week, to mourn the loss of one of their best.
Read more ...Marine Singers Choir Festive concert next week
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
This Christmas season, the Marine Singers Choir invites you to experience the beauty of the holidays with their festive concert, “For Unto Us a Child Is Born,” in the historic St. Joseph’s Church, Presentation Road, Galway, on Thursday December 19 at 7:30pm.
This uplifting evening of music celebrates the joy and spirit of Christmas, and brings a truly global touch to the festive season.
Read more ...Garda probe into Tuam arson attack
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
Gardai in Tuam are investigating an arson attack on a house in the town and have appealed to the public for information on the matter.
Read more ...Quarter-century old numbers win €7m jackpot for Galwaywoman
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
A Galway woman is celebrating an extraordinary stroke of luck after claiming a €7,028,440 jackpot in the Lotto draw on November 19.
Read more ...Tiny Traders Christmas Market gives huge boost to local crafts in prime retail space
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
Christmas shopping in Galway got a whole lot more local last weekend as the Tiny Traders Christmas Market opened in Edward Square.
Read more ...Galway Lions raise 60k and counting for families this Christmas
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
Following their radio auction featured on Galway Bay Fm last Friday, December 6, the Galway Lions have announced they have raised €60,000 and they are not yet finished counting.
Read more ...Gerry Mulholland honoured with release of posthumous song
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
The late Gerry Mulholland is being honoured with the release of his single Japanese Tokyo Skyline. All proceeds will be going towards Galway Simon Community in aid of the homeless.
Read more ...Stunning traditional icon consecrated at St Nicholas Collegiate Church
Thu, Dec 12, 2024
A traditional icon, commissioned by Galway Advertiser founder Ronnie O’Gorman who passed away in May, was consecrated on Friday night on the feast of St Nicholas, at the Patronal Vespers at St Nicholas Collegiate Church.
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