Nominate a deserving youth for 2020 Galway Garda Youth Awards

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Nominations are now being invited for the 2020 Galway Divisional Garda Youth Awards, sponsored by Supervalu, will be held on January 30 at the Galway Racecourse.

Order has ‘ethical responsibility’ to provide more Tuam exhumation funding, says Zappone

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

The exhumation of the remains of babies buried at the former Tuam Mother and Baby home will not commence until next winter at the earliest, it was confirmed this week by Minister for Children Katherine Zappone.

Mannion welcomes tourism funding boost for Clifden and Galway

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Eileen Mannion Fine Gael Councillor for Galway County Council has confirmed that both Clifden and Galway City will benefit from funding awarded through Fáilte Ireland’s Destination Towns Scheme.

Garda Briefs

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Garda appeal over hit and run
Gardai in Galway are currently investigating a possible hit and run accident which occurred on Tuesday September 17 2019 between 3.30pm and 4.30pm on St Francis Street, Galway.

Minister for Transport confirms receipt of Rail Review says Cannon

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

An East Galway TD has welcomed confirmation from the Minister for Transport that he has received a copy of the Rail Review, an assessment of the business case for the proposed extension of the Western Rail Corridor.

SF calls on Galway TDs to back its rent freeze Bill

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Rents in Galway are “out of control and are continuing to rise at a high rate”, and this requires both the freezing of rents and enacting measures to “put money back into the pockets of workers and families”.

Can the great western lakes survive?

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

(Mayo County Council)
There are now only twelve or thirteen surviving wild brown trout lakes in all of Europe and six of them are in the west of Ireland. They are our greatest natural assets with limitless potential if properly managed and developed.

Let this be their last winter there

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

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Fantasy Football round 17 preview

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Game week 16 concluded at the London Stadium where Arsenal secured three precious points in a 3-1 win over the hapless Hammers. It was a huge victory for Freddie Ljungberg's men who had gone nine matches without a success; the club's worst run of form for 42 years. Elsewhere Liverpool and Leicester won again, Man United defeated City in the derby, and Duncan Ferguson inspired Everton to overcome Chelsea 3-1 at Goodison Park to take The Toffees out of the relegation zone.

Countdown to Christmas at Stauntons Allcare Late Night Pharmacy!

Tue, Dec 10, 2019

As the countdown to Christmas continues, the lucky people will have all of their Christmas shopping done and dusted. But for those still searching for that perfect gift for the special someone in their lives, why not pay a visit to Stauntons Allcare Late Night Pharmacy. A family-run business in the heart of Salthill (beside Morton's ), Stauntons Allcare Pharmacy has gifts from all sizes including personalised Christmas hampers made to the customer's own choice. Open 365 days a year (including Christmas Day) until 10 pm, customers can select from a vast range of products in-store from perfumes and makeup including leading brands such as Environ, Aveda, Dryrobes, Jane Iredarle, Dermalogica, Yonka, Chanel, Caudalie and Decleor. There are plenty of electrical gifts from which to choose including GHD, L’Oréal steampods, and Lanaiblo dryers.

Tiny Traders Makes a Return Just in Time For Christmas!

Mon, Dec 09, 2019

Much loved local market to host Christmas Gift Fairs this and next weekend. Galway's established local artisan market Tiny Traders Village is set to make a comeback this weekend for the first time in 2 and a half months for their Christmas Gift Fair. The event which is to be held in the downstairs area of Tribeton on Merchant's Road will run this Saturday and Sunday from 11am-6pm and again on the 21st and 22nd.

Fantasy Football round 16 preview

Fri, Dec 06, 2019

Round 15 was considered an historic round of football as for the first time the Premier League would be streamed into the homes of fans thanks to Amazon Prime Video. That was the case of course if you were a football fan watching in the UK. Those watching on in Ireland had to contend with Premier Sports, a channel to which one can only subscribe by purchasing another channel - and they say football is for supporters?

Report hightlights 'uninhabitable, unsafe, and unhealthy' Traveller accommodation in Galway

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

Almost none of the safety and health concerns raised by the Traveller community have been addressed across 18 sites and group housing schemes in Galway city and county since a monitoring project focusing on Traveller accommodation began in 2017, according to a report published this week.

Get unique hand-crafted gifts from the Ceardlann Craft Village this Christmas!

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

If you’re looking for something unique, hand-crafted & local to give this Christmas, look no further than the Ceardlann Craft Village in Spiddal. Only 20 minutes from Galway city on the shores of the Wild Atlantic Way, the Ceardlann is a one stop shop for your Christmas gifts. Featuring over 10 different artists and an award-winning Café- there truly is something for everyone at the Ceardlann Craft Village.

Hanley accuses city council of 'failing' Travellers

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

The Galway City Council has been accused of having "failed local Travellers by not providing the proper provision of housing," by Social Democrats Galway City East councillor Owen Hanley.

Why we need to promote tolerance in today’s multicultural society

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

Today in Ireland there is an undercurrent growing which is tearing away at the moral fibre of Irish society. It is causing division. It is creating an atmosphere of hate, a separation of people into 'us and them', and creating intolerance for minority communities and their cultural traditions.

Connolly welcomes commitment to refurbish Mutton Island lighthouse

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

A commitment to refurbish the lighthouse on Mutton Island, made this week, by the city manager Brendan McGrath, has been welcomed by Fianna Fáil Galway City West councillor, John Connolly.

People Before Profit table quiz in aid of St Joseph's school

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

People Before Profit Galway will be hold a general knowledge table quiz in aid of St Joseph's Special School, Thomas Hynes Road, Newcastle, on Wednesday December 11 at 8pm.

Three Galway volunteers to be honoured at national awards ceremony tomorrow night

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

Three Galway volunteers have been shortlisted for a prestigious annual national volunteer competition which celebrates the hard work and dedication of volunteers throughout the country.