Peace protest on Saturday against current US-Iran tensions

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

As fears rise that another "forever war" could erupt in the Middle East in the aftermath of the USA's assassination of Iranian general, Qasem Soleimani, Galwegians are being asked to show their opposition to this dangerous drift.

Hanley calls for council to appoint mobility officer to get the city moving

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

A mobility officer for Galway could oversee and co-ordinate the roll-out of a new, integrated, more efficient, and more sustainable modes of cycling, walking, and public transport in the city, that would benefit all Galwegians.

Cheevers calls for funding for Renmore's Scoil Chaitriona

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Scoil Chaitriona in Renmore urgently needs a new school building as it is "not acceptable" for its more than 800 pupils to have to use prefabs, some of which are in "very poor condition".

O'Reilly sets out priorities for Election 2020 campaign

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Climate action, environmental protection, providing world class sustainable public transport, and supporting increased cycling infrastructure in the city will be the chief campaign points for the Green Party's Pauline O'Reilly, at Election 2020.

Cannon urges Galway people to get comprehensive travel

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

An East Galway TD is urging Galway people making travel plans for this year to ensure they have comprehensive travel insurance.

Higgins calls for increased disability facilities in city

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

At the last Council meeting of the year, Councillor Clodagh Higgins proposed a motion calling for Galway City Council to undertake a feasibility study to provide for a Changing Places Accessible facility in the city.

Inishbofin ferry service secure for next five years

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

The Inishbofin ferry service has been secured for the next five years after funding was secured by the Aire don Ghaeilge, don Ghaeltacht agus do na hOileáin, Seán Kyne.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

There are three keys to a successful weight loss plan – diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off.

New literacy strategy must put stronger emphasis on digital literacy – Naughton

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

The new Literacy and Numeracy strateg0y due to be updated at the end of 2020 must include a heavy emphasis on digital literacy as the digitalisation of work and education continues apace, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Oranmore dentist honoured for excellence of treatment of Aran accident victim

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

An Oranmore based dentist has been named ‘Connacht Dentist of the Year for the quality of the care and the kindness she provided to a young boy who suffered a dental injury in a bike accident.

Five Galway enterprises to benefit from Regional Enterprise Development Fund allocations

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Galway has been allocated €9.7 million under the Government’s Regional Enterprise Development Fund, with the Galway Technology Centre, the PorterShed, Comhoibriú/Creative Enterprise West, SCCUL Enterprises, and Grow Remote set to benefit.

GMIT digital event to focus on remote working and wellness

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Now in its third year, GMIT Mayo’s Digital West event will take place on Tuesday January 28. Organised by academic staff in collaboration with the GMIT Innovation Hub and in partnership with external business support agencies, this year’s event will focus on remote working, wellness and opportunity.

As the digital media landscape rapidly evolves with the introduction of new technologies such as AI, analytics, automation and a movement towards high definition video communication, companies are finding it increasingly hard to attract and maintain talent.

Study to look at “everyday pain” in toddlers and young children

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

The Centre for Pain Research at NUI Galway is seeking parents with a young child (from ages 2.5 to 6 years old) to take part in a short study about their child’s “everyday pains” (such as little bumps, scrapes, and cuts that happen around the home).

Saolta aims to promptly transfer cancer patients requiring urgent treatment to centre of excellence

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Sixty beds are set aside at University Hospital Galway for cancer patients who require urgent treatment.

Major funding announced for five job creation projects

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Fine Gael TD for Galway West Hildegarde Naughton has welcomed the allocation of more than €9.6 million for five major job-creation projects in Galway under the Regional Enterprise Development Fund.

Parents urged not to send children with flu-like symptoms to school

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

The HSE is urging parents not to send their children to school if they have flu-like illnesses or any of the associated symptoms, such as a high temperature, aches and pains, or a chesty cough in a bid to curtail the spread of the infection.

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Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Evening of praise and worship
An evening of praise and worship will be held at the Clayton Hotel Galway on January 12 at 5pm sharp.

Just waiting for that grand stretch in the evening

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

There is, I’m telling ya. I felt it in me waters. Just a small one mind ya, not anything outrageous. But it’s there nonetheless, that stretch in the evening. Ok, it’s not so grand yet, but there’s definitely a minute or so more of sunset now than we had last week, and ‘twas so dark the other morning, I didn’t know where I was going to work or coming from work.

We’re mad waiting for the grand stretch in the evening because it makes life so much easier. The arrival of the stretch in the evening is a Godsend to those of of us who find it hard to make conversation. For those awkward moments when you’re stuck in the lift in Roches, or find yourself queueing for your sandwich beside a complete stranger who you might never have seen before — that kind of complete stranger. At times like that, it is always great to be able to share some discourse on the state of the stretch in the evening.

Bottleshot takes aim at recycling targets

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

Three budding young inventors from Galway have come up with an ingenious way to help encourage recycling with their Bottleshot invention, which they are currently showcasing at the 56th BT Young Scientist Technology Exhibition taking place at the RDS in Dublin from yesterday until Saturday.

Fantasy Football round 22 preview

Wed, Jan 08, 2020

Did you enjoy the week off? Yes after seven and half game weeks inside a month, last weekend's FA Cup action was a welcome break for Fantasy managers.

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