Visiting restrictions again in place in UHG as hospital deals with Covid-19 outbreak

Tue, Aug 24, 2021

Visiting restrictions are once again in place in UHG, as the hospital deals with a Covid-19 outbreak, increased numbers of Covid admissions, and a significant return of non-Covid patients.

New pedestrian bridge will enhance Galway's iconic Salmon Weir

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Construction is expected to commence early next year on a new pedestrian and cycle bridge parallel to the existing Salmon Weir Bridge.

Galway units 'not good enough' after inspection - Mental Health Commission says

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Two mental health centres in Galway have been issued with non-compliances following inspections by the Mental Health Commission.

The Wood View unit - a 16-bed single storey mental health facility in the Merlin Park University Hospital campus in Galway - received a 97 per cent compliance, which was a 26 per cent increase on compliance on its 2020 inspection.

Plan needed to safely re-open entertainment industry in Galway, says Hanley

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

With the return of live music in Galway with The Grand Auld Stretch events at Nimmo’s Pier, and next week’s concerts in Pearse Stadium, a call has been made to prioritise a strategy to safely re-open the entertainment industry.

Gardaí sieze more than €11,000 worth of suspected cannabis herb

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Gardaí in Galway seized more than €11,000 worth of suspected cannabis herb at a house in the Murrough area of the city on Friday evening.

Gardaí appeal for witnesses after fatal collision on M6

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision involving three vehicles on the M6 on Thursday to come forward.

Indoor sports clubs may ‘go extinct’ without a plan for their return, warns Cubbard

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Indoor sports and hobby clubs throughout Galway city are “in crisis”, and many may go extinct, unless plans are put in place for the return of indoor classes and training.

New public toilets for Salthill

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

New public toilets at Palmer’s Rock in Salthill, within the coming weeks, replacing the previous toilet facilities which had fallen into a poor condition.

Call for Galway volunteers for the Big Beach Clean

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

by Una Sinnott
More than 600 people from across Galway have signed up for this year's Big Beach Clean, which takes place during the third weekend in September, and organisers are calling on more Galwegians to get involved.

Pedal power back to the fore next month

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Cyclists are taking over for a week in September when Galway will join National Bike Week 2021.

Renmore to get two new playgrounds in one by 2022

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Galway City Council plans to provide a playground for older children in Renmore at the same time as it constructs one for those aged under seven.

Local charities invited to apply for NUIG SU annual charity fund

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Galway charities wishing to be considered as beneficiaries for the NUI Galway Students’ Union annual fundraising campaign 2021/22 are being invited to apply.

Mature students should be ‘supported, not punished’, for going back to college, says Canney

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Mature students making the “brave decision” to return to full time education need to be “supported and not punished” for doing so.

Greater investment and support needed for sustainable energy, says Canney

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

The transition to sustainable energy sources needs to be accelerated by investing in, and supporting, sustainable energy sources.

Work to begin on extension for Craughwell national school

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Construction work on an extension of Craughwell National School will begin on September 6, and should be completed by May 2022.

Salmon Weir Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge granted planning permission

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

A new pedestrian and cycle bridge, parallel to the existing Salmon Weir Bridge, has been granted planning permission by An Bord Pleanála.

Contrasting fortunes on this World Humanitarian Day

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Joy was unbridled and superlatives flowed as all in Mayo glowed in Sunday's glory. Not even rare old Dubliners could begrudge Mayo this long-awaited victory.

Loveen launch for hookers

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

BY CIAN O’CONNELL
The Galway hooker ‘Loveen’ launch will take place next Tuesday.

Walking to remember this September

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

The 16th Galway Memorial Walk in aid of Galway Hospice will take place in September. The annual walk, which honours and celebrates those who are no longer with us, is scheduled for Sunday, September 12.

Due to Covid restrictions, Galway Hospice is asking people to walk somewhere special with family and friends on the day.

Hospital overcrowding and waiting lists are top priority for Saolta next month

Thu, Aug 12, 2021

Tackling hospital overcrowding and growing in and out-patient waiting lists are top of the Saolta University Health Care Group's priorities for September.

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