Free one-day conference on medieval church heritage to take place in Loughrea tomorrow

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

Archaeology experts from across Ireland will gather in Loughrea tomorrow for a free one-day conference exploring the fascinating history of the county’s medieval churches and their connections to the local community.

Bins cannot be emptied for fear of attacks by late night revellers

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

Public bins cannot be emptied overnight in Galway city centre because local authority staff are fearful of physical and verbal assault by late night revellers.

Almost 8,000 patients on trolleys in UHG this year

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

With flu season fast approaching, new figures show a hefty 20 per cent increase in patients on trolleys in University Hospital Galway.

Galway’s 70th celebration of oysters

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

For 70 years, since 1954, the Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival has celebrated a timeless, unchanging Irish tradition and treasure, and the ongoing pleasure given by our native oysters.

September seawater quality unknown in city

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

Officials have declined to test bathing water quality this month out of fears that results may lead to Galway city’s beaches losing their coveted Blue Flag status.

The benefit of resourcing small towns

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

I love towns, small towns. Those that get insulted if they’re ever called a village. Those that are laughed at it if they’re ever referred to as a city. Towns that have a bit of attitude about them, an identity, a ballsiness. Towns that have notions.

Council to recruit architect to ensure ‘city character’

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

The Galway City Council has advertised for a new role of Senior Architect amid concerns that the development of the city lacks character.

A sort of homecoming

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

There was always an element of rock-stardom about the Galway West constituency. Home to some of the biggest hitters in Irish politics over many decades, the election count always attracted a certain amount of national interest. Something for the national hacks to get their teeth into.

Galway should get a bite of the €13bn Apple

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

Galway West TD Noel Grealish has demanded that a portion of the €13 billion Apple ‘windfall’ be ring-fenced for major infrastructural projects in Galway and the wider west of Ireland.

Council talking rubbish

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

Public bins cannot be emptied overnight in Galway city centre because local authority staff are fearful of physical and verbal assault by late night revellers.

Galway Environment department wins Good Practices Award

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

The Environment Department of Galway County Council was recognised in An Taisce’s annual Good Practices Competition. The department recently hosted a seashore event at An Trá Mhór in Indreabhán.

University of Galway establishes Institute for Health Discovery and Innovation

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

University of Galway has announced it is to establish the Institute for Health Discovery and Innovation, to pursue pioneering research into the understanding of disease, and solutions for healthcare.

Misleór Festival of Nomadic Cultures returns to Galway

Wed, Sep 18, 2024

Europe’s only annual festival of nomadic cultures, Galway based Misleór has launched their 2024 programme. The programme features a vibrant mix of music, film, talks, poetry, storytelling, workshops and art exhibitions. The Misleór Festival of Nomadic Cultures will connect nomadic peoples from around the world and showcase their artistry at over 25 events over four days. ?

Egan’s whiskey tasting event at The Skeff Bar & Kitchen

Mon, Sep 16, 2024

The Skeff Bar & Kitchen are hosting an exclusive whiskey tasting experience on Wednesday, 25th September in their very own 1852 Whiskey Club, Galway’s largest whiskey bar. This special evening promises to be a celebration of fine whiskey, featuring a selection of superb Egan's Whiskey, hosted by none other than Rupert Egan, Egan’s Master Bonder.

Discover your dream wedding venue at Hyde Hotel's Wedding Open Day

Mon, Sep 16, 2024

Date: Sunday, 22nd September
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Marine Institute to present sea-themed events on Culture Night

Sat, Sep 14, 2024

Every Galwegian worth their salt has looked east along the Bay and spotted the sun glinting from the Marine Institute building, nestled behind the embrace of Rinville Point’s gorse and grassy dunes.

Galway RNLI volunteer crew launch twice in 24 hours

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

The crew of the Galway RNLI lifeboat launched on Sunday after a report of a windsurfer in difficulty off Salthill and again on Monday morning to a boat in distress off Ballinacourty Pier.

Trace Irish literary heritage with a visit to Duras House Gardens

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

As part of the Lady Gregory-Yeats Autumn Gathering 2024, step back in time with a visit to Duras House Gardens, former summer home of Count Florimond De Basterot.

Garry Hynes to talk about Lady Gregory inspiration at Autumn Gathering

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

Tony Award-winner, Garry Hynes, Druid Theatre’s Co-Founder and Artistic Director, will talk about the inspiration Lady Gregory provided to stage live theatre in the extensive rural tour of Druid:Gregory.

National AI Meet showcases strength of AI in Western Region

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

The National AI Meet 2024 hosted by TechIreland in partnership with itag, took place on Thursday in The Hardiman Galway. This exclusive event, supported by leading partner Data2Sustain and sponsor Enterprise Ireland, brought together national AI leaders to showcase industry use-cases, discuss procurement strategies, and actively engage the audience through informative keynotes and panel discussions.

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