City Hall headcount to pass 600 next year

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

 
As part of discussions between Council officials and elected members at budget meetings last week, Galway City chief executive Leonard Cleary asked councillors to allocate an extra €2.4m in payroll costs on the 2024 budget.

Quarter century of excellence from itag

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Together with tech companies across the west of Ireland, itag has grown the technology sector and community in Galway, for over two decades. With 2025 marking the 25th anniversary for the umbrella technology company, the itag Excellence Awards will see an extra special evening on Friday 28th March 2025 at the Salthill Hotel, Galway.

H&M store opens in Athlone Towncentre

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

With the countdown to Christmas well and truly on, there’s yet another reason for shoppers to visit Athlone Towncentre (www.athlonetowncentre.com) with the announcement that a new look, larger H&M store has opened.

‘We’re here for you this Christmas’ is message from Galway Samaritans

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Public buildings and businesses are urged to light up in green for the Longest Night on December 21. Samaritans in Galway are calling on the public to support its Longest Night campaign which reminds those struggling to cope that its helpline is open during their darkest hours this Christmas.

Irish psychologist receives international award

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Cancer Care West would like to congratulate psychologist Dr Helen Greally who received the 2024 Noemi Fisman Award for Lifetime Clinical Excellence at the 25th World Congress of the International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS) in Maastricht. Dr. Greally is currently the Director of Psychology and Support Services at the Galway based charity where she has worked since 2007.

The unravelling of the world continues

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

In recent years, the world has undergone profound changes. The sense of an "unraveling" has deepened in the past few months, driven by global crises, domestic turmoil, and unexpected events that have reshaped our understanding of stability.

Learn a new craft in the New Year at WYLDE Café in Galway

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

If you’re looking for a creative and unique Christmas gift idea—or simply want to embrace a new hobby in the New Year—WYLDE Café in Galway has the perfect solution. Continuing on from the success of this years events, the café will host a series of craft workshops led by Galway-based crafting expert Natasha Chuyeva. These hands-on sessions provide an opportunity to learn a range of new skills in a warm and welcoming environment.

Have breakfast with Santa at St Joseph’s Special School

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

St. Joseph’s Special School is inviting the community to come together for a festive event that includes breakfast with Santa, on Saturday, December 14, from 10am to 12 noon. The morning promises something for everyone, with pancakes, live music, a sensory-friendly atmosphere, and an opportunity to support a wonderful cause.

Enjoy stacks of fluffy pancakes and meet Santa himself. Then explore a fantastic range of items for sale and bid on unique auction pieces, with proceeds going toward a new swing set for the school playground. (Please note that cash is required for these activities)

Galway Youth Orchestra winter concert a real success

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Galway Youth Orchestra gave its Winter Concert in the auditorium of the Galway Community College Music Centre on Saturday.

The concert featured its three orchestral groups Junior , Intermediate and Senior under their conductors Ingrid Nicola, Joanne Cater and Michael Dooley.

City Hall headcount to pass 600

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Galway City Council aims to hire 50 new staff in 2025 if councillors adopt a contentious budget dependent on local tax increases, building a workforce of 630.

New hotel opens in Mervue

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

The first Radisson Red Hotel in Ireland opened in Galway’s newest neighbourhood last week.

Clock’s ticking — councillors face sack if budget not agreed

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

If Galway’s City Council members do not hammer out a 2025 budget by midnight this Sunday, December 15, the Minister for Local Government may sack the city’s councillors and replace them with an unelected commissioner instead.

Officials told of “emotional” visits to mouldy and damp HAP homes

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

City East representative, Councillor Helen Ogbu (Lab), said a number of private rental properties she has visited where the local authority pays Housing Assistance Payment (HAP), have mould, damp and other defects making them “incompatible with human dignity”.

Demand for salt gritting for estates

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Fianna Fáil Councillor Alan Cheevers has criticised the local government for failing to allocate funding to grit pathways and roads in council housing-estates and pathways in public areas across the city.

Galway woman is named Connacht Carer of the Year

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

The tireless and selfless dedication of Renmore native, Maura Fahy received well-deserved recognition this week as she was named Connacht Carer of the Year.

Take a winter solstice dip at dawn and help tackle homelessness

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Make the most of the shortest day of the year and join the Galway Simon Community for a 'Dip at Dawn' this winter solstice and support those facing the trauma of homelessness across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. Galway Simon Community invites you to take the challenge, don your swimwear and join your colleagues, friends and family at 8:30am on Saturday, December 21, for an invigorating dip at Salthill Beach and help tackle homelessness.

Galway man running across the country to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Setting out on December 14, Shane will take on the challenge inspired by a close friend, Cian Moyles, who lost his father to Motor Neurone Disease (MND) this year, the same day he welcomed his son into the world.

A forgotten Claddagh rescue

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

During a recent visit to the Isle of Man, I was struck by a substantial monument in Douglas, commemorating a maritime rescue in 1830. Aware of another heroic rescue in Galway the same year, I realised both took place during the same storm.

Live Blog — Storm Darragh information

Fri, Dec 06, 2024

11.37 — As a result of high winds during Storm Darragh, the New Clifton Hill Reservoir in Galway city is experiencing power supply issues this morning.

As a result, Uisce Éireann customers on the west side of Galway city, Moycullen, Barna and surrounding areas may be experiencing some water supply issues or intermittent disruptions to their supply today.

Underage drinking webinar for parents next Thursday

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

A webinar is being held by Galway City Alcohol Forum to discuss underage drinking and how to prevent it. The talk is for parents of children aged 11 to 17, and is being held Thursday, December 12 at 7:30pm.

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