Investigation after burglary at city hostel

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Gardai are investigating a burglary at a city centre hostel. On Friday September 9 between 7.30pm and 9pm a room at a hostel on Eglinton Street was broken into.

Appeal for witnesses to Maunsells Road cycling incident

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

On Tuesday September 7, at around 8.30am a young male was cycling to school on his bike along Maunsells Road when it is alleged a car driving dangerously caused the cyclist to be knocked from his bike resulting in injuries.

Gardaí in Galway are anxious to speak with the driver of this vehicle and are asking anyone who may have been in the Maunsells Road area around that time and may have seen this vehicle driving dangerously to come forward.

RnaG broadcaster Seán Ó hÉanaigh retires from his boyhood dream job

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Radio and its crackling valves and sounds coming over the hills and into our homes wowed many of us — it brought strange worlds into focus and painted the best pictures of all. One of those who was seduced by the wavelengths as a youngster has hung up his microphone this week. RTÉ RnaG broadcaster, musician and songwriter Seán Ó hÉanaigh retired from his work with the station yesterday (Wednesday) after 28 years. Seán was appointed Managing Editor of Programmes in 2000, and is particularly associated with music and music programming at the national Gaeltacht station.

New TG4 series introduces those who came to the west of Ireland for better work-life balance

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

A new six-part series showcasing life in the west of Ireland will be aired on TG4 starting on September 23.

Move sustainably, stay healthy – Galway City Council celebrates European Mobility Week

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

As part of European Mobility Week (September 16-22 2021), Galway City Council is rolling out a range of initiatives to support the people of Galway to ‘Move Sustainably, Stay Healthy’.

Crowe calls for regulations to restrict capacity on short-term rentals

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Senator Ollie Crowe has this week called for regulations to restrict the capacity of short-term rentals.

Canney welcomes Athenry Fire Station progress

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Sean Canney Independent TD for Galway East has welcomed the fact that the Part 8 Planning process is now complete, and planning is in place for the new fire station for Athenry.

‘We want to tell the Irish people, France is your closest neighbour’

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Ireland may geographically be closer to Britain, but politically, with Brexit, and the UK becoming a ‘third country outside the EU, France is now the Republic’s closest neighbour - a relationship the French are keen to develop and deepen.

Golden oldies, middle aged and youngsters continue to join forces for special hockey competition

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Always a special occasion on the Galway Hockey Club calendar, this year’s Swan Cup tournament marked its 30th anniversary.

Former Connacht rugby players on the drive for Rare Diseases

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Two former Connacht Rugby players are taking to the road on Saturday to raise much-needed funds for Rare Diseases Ireland.

Peter Bracken and Mikey Smyth are attempting to drive through the 32 counties of Ireland in 24 hours in a 100 per cent electric car, donated by Connolly Motor Group (Ballina, Galway, Letterkenny and Sligo).

Athenry Credit Union supports local farming community

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Athenry Credit Union has responded positively to requests from the local farming community for a lower agricultural loan rate. With the Irish agriculture sector proving its dominance throughout the pandemic, many farmers have been looking to develop and future-proof their business.

In response Athenry Credit Union has introduced a lower rate for new agricultural loans from €25,000 up to €100,000 with terms available up to 10 years.

Accessibility, employment and innovation among themes for Galway Chamber Business Awards

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Business accessibility, employment, innovation, sustainability as well as building towards the future will be the key themes of this year’s Galway Chamber Business Awards.

Gradam nominees compete to become the fifteenth Tribe of Galway

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

As Autumn closes in, Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh moves to the next stage of Galway’s bilingual Business Award. 31 businesses and organisations across Galway, are preparing to showcase their bilingual endeavours as they prepare their Pacáistí Eolais (information packs) to impress the moltóirí and take one step closer to becoming the new tribe of Galway.

Award winning flooring company opens in Galway

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Floorstore Direct has expanded to Galway bringing with it an exciting range of hardwood and bespoke wooden floors including herringbone, chevron, reclaimed, Versailles panels, woodblock, and wide planks.

If you are looking for something different, high end, high quality, and expert advice then call Floorstore Direct on the Tuam Road to browse the extensive range of flooring. The company is a platinum agent for Kahrs LVT flooring and showcase the full range of luxury vinyl, tile, and plank.

South Connacht MABS is open and urges people to seek help sooner

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

2021 has brought many challenges, but managing your money doesn’t have to be one of them. Over 14,500 people received help from MABS in 2020. The South Connacht MAB service has remained open throughout the year, providing a full range of money advice and budgeting support by phone, email, online chat, and virtually through video services such as Zoom.

Women’s entrepreneurship empower programme ‘Empower Start’ now open for application

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

EMPOWER, the women’s entrepreneurship programme, which is run by the GMIT iHubs, is now accepting applications for the next EMPOWER START programme. The EMPOWER Programme is free to participants and aims to fast track female-led businesses in the West and North West of Ireland. EMPOWER is funded by the Department of Justice and Equality and the European Social Fund.

New radio station to begin broadcasting this weekend

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

A new radio station will start broadcasting in Galway this weekend when Freedom FM airs on 87.9FM.

Learn leadership skills at new course

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

People can learn leadership skills, boost their confidence, and gain a better understanding of what shapes society and communities by taking part in a forthcoming course.

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Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Appeal for witnesses to fatal road collision
Gardaí in Galway are investigating a fatal road traffic collision involving a car and a motor cyclist that occurred at approximately 10.10am on Sunday September 12 at the junction of the Old Dublin Road and Renmore Park.

Time to stand up for standards

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Last Sunday evening around teatime, a shrill blast of a whistle blew around a small patch of Dublin’s northside. In the seconds that followed, a horde of maroon-clad athletes let the realisation hit them that they had just won a second All-Ireland camogie title for Galway in the space of three years. It might have been a third but for the onset of the pandemic, but there is time ahead for that one.

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