The Local Food and Craft Gift Fair returns this month

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The popular Local Food and Craft Fair, organised by Local Enterprise Office Galway, returns to the Black Box Theatre this month. The event showcases Galway designers, handcrafted goods and artisan produce, with over 50 stands featuring the best in locally produced gifts.

Arctic adventures at Galway Science and Technology Festival

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Irish scientists Niamh Shaw and Jessamyn Fairfield share first-hand experiences of their Antarctic voyages, climate insights and stories of penguins, whales and icebergs on Tuesday 12 November at University of Galway.

Rabbitte welcomes €3.3 million in funding for St Jarlath’s and Kinvara Hockey Club

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East and Minister for Disability, Anne Rabbitte, has welcomed the allocation of €3.3 million to St Jarlath's in Tuam and Kinvara Hockey Club as part of the Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF).

Ocean Knowledge 2030 Conference to set the course for Ireland’s marine research and policy agenda

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The countdown is on for the Ocean Knowledge 2030 Conference, with this landmark event taking place on November 20-21, at the RDS Concert Hall, Dublin. Organised by the Marine Institute, the conference will gather leading experts from across Ireland and Europe to advance ocean research, policy, and innovation, ensuring a sustainable future for our seas.

The conference promises to be a milestone event in ocean research and collaboration bringing together leading voices in marine science, policy, and industry to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities for the future of our oceans. This event will set the course for Ireland’s marine research and policy agenda, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and actionable strategies to secure a sustainable blue economy and a healthy ocean for future generations.

Aran RNLI carry out medical evacuations on two islands

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The Aran Islands RNLI carried out a double medical evacuation on Inis Mór and Inis Oírr on Monday.

McDonoghs unveils 2024 Christmas shop

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

With the festive season upon us, McDonoghs Trade Home DIY and Garden Centre in Galway has opened its Christmas shop, ready to help families bring the magic of Christmas into their homes. Established over 150 years ago, McDonoghs has become a trusted name in Galway, providing quality products and knowledgeable service for generations.

This year’s Christmas shop at McDonoghs offers an enchanting range of holiday essentials for both inside and outside the home. From twinkling lights, wreaths, and garlands to classic decorations that add a cosy, traditional touch, McDonoghs has carefully selected items to fill each room with warmth and cheer.

Kylemore sees the Blessing of its twentieth Abbess

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

This week Kylemore Abbey saw the Blessing of its twentieth Abbess, Mother Karol O’Connell OSB.

Ordú to create 10 new jobs as it secures €1.5M partnership with Lazenby Group

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Ordú, a leading Galway-based provider of advanced online ordering systems for the food service industry, today announces a new €1.5 million investment in its partnership with Lazenby Group.

Christmas storage solutions from Baron

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Every year Baron help businesses and homes with that extra space they need. It’s not just the essential help that they provide such as the need for excess stock or household furniture to be stored, it is the fun stuff like providing a place for those surprise Christmas gifts!

SuperValu unveils exciting revamp in Oranmore

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Leonard Fay of FAY’s SuperValu Oranmore has announced that ongoing revamp works are nearing completion.

The store revamp in Oranmore, marks a significant investment in the local community and will elevate the shopping experience for residents. With building works led by esteemed builder Jimmy Considine and electrical contractor Tom Cunningham and flooring company Footfall, the project promises to transform the store into the leading fresh food retailer in the area.

County Council targets 40 derelict buildings

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Galway County Council has identified 40 derelict buildings in the county for inclusion in the first phase of a nationwide programme to address vacancy and underutilisation of residential properties to help contribute to the supply of housing.

Don’t kill the golden Gluas

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Brendan Holland says he has been banging on about light rail for Galway city for decades, and that publication of a very positive, official feasibility study last week is a sort of vindication for him and his 22 colleagues on Galway’s tenacious Gluas Committee.

Soc Dems to run Seoighthe in Galway West

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The Social Democrats have selected Councillor Ebhlín Seoighthe to contest the Galway West constituency in the upcoming general election.

The fast approach of the end of year

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The hammering noise from outside my window here in Eyre Square caught me by surprise; the Christmas Market starts tomorrow, the earliest it has ever been, and a reminder once again of how the year has been concertina-ed into what feels like six months.

Telecoms not welcome in Tirellan

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Residents of Tirellan are up in arms about a telecommunications mast which they say sprung up in the neighbourhood last week without notice.

NTA-commissioned study shows Gluas makes sense for Galway

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

A new feasibility study carried out for the National Transport Authority shows that there is a very viable case for developing Gluas - light rail transit (LRT) for Galway City.

Galway pup makes final in Petmania’s Dog of the Year

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Ireland’s Pet Experts Petmania have announced the winning pup of their Puppy of the Year competition. Galway puppy Charlie was the county finalist in Petmania’s Puppy of the Year competition, beating all other Galway pups to attend the grand final last weekend. This year’s competition marks the 9th year of the annual canine competition with it becoming more popular each year.

Labour calls for action to end price gouging and soaring living costs

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Labour’s Councillor Helen Ogbu has announced the launch of Labour’s Cost of Living action plan, aimed squarely at combating price gouging and easing the immense strain of high living costs on families.

Grealish calls for raising of “insulting” age cap on school bus drivers

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Galway West Independent TD Noel Grealish has called for a lifting of the “ageist and insulting” age cap which means school bus drivers are not allowed to continue working once they turn 70.

Galway science and technology festival exhibition day tickets released

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

The unmissable annual Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition Day will return to the University of Galway campus on Sunday, November 10 supported by main sponsor Medtronic and University of Galway as lead academic sponsor. All ages are welcome and free to explore immersive interactive stands by world leading global companies, local schools and research centres plus exciting shows and workshops inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers.

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