Right, let’s start getting things done

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

And with the last vote counted, that was it. The choices have been made and the composition of the local councils that will oversee our city and county is known. While many of the experienced councillors have retained their seats, there are plenty of new faces too, to create the ideal sporting blend of youth and experience.

At time of going to press, they are still counting in Castlebar across this ridiculous constituency they call Midlands North West. A plain of land that encompasses some of the most disadvantaged and the most lucrative areas of the country, thrown together for political expediency. The extremes of this constituency bear no relation to one another. The issues of one side of it are not the issues of the other side. One side has all forms of public transport. Another part has a few counties that does not even have a single train. But, then again, that issue will not be solved today or tomorrow.

Campion Insurance Coffee Mornings raise over €12,000 for Hospice

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Campion Insurance have presented a cheque for €12,656.30 to Galway Hospice, proceeds from Coffee Mornings in memory of their esteemed colleague Nora Moran.

30th Croí Corrib Charity Cycle another total success

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

The 30th Croí Corrib Charity Cycle concluded with resounding success on Sunday, 9th June 2024, as over 700 enthusiastic cyclists pedalled their way through the picturesque landscapes from Dangan through Connemara, finishing at Croí House, Newcastle.

Claddagh Credit Union joins with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Claddagh Credit Union is delighted to announce that they have become a member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a globally recognised symbol that discreetly indicates an individual may require additional assistance, understanding, or a little more time when performing certain tasks. This initiative is part of Claddagh Credit Union’s ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all our members.

Green and red pact to run Galway for next five years

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

All signs point to a Fianna Fáil-Labour-Sinn Féin coalition with support from Independent councillors to run the Galway City Council for the next five years.

Uisce Éireann secures city’s water supply

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Uisce Éireann has relocated the intake which feeds water to the Terryland Water Treatment Plant that supplies Galway city east of the Corrib. The west side of the city receives its water from Clifton Hill Reservoir near Circular Road.

City of Tribes diversifies its representation

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Fianna Fáil’s Josie Forde, a first-time candidate and the party’s only female runner in Galway, is one of six new councillors who survived the field of 52 runners on a day when her party lost its position as the largest on the local authority, going down from five to four seats. Her 665 first preferences got her in on the 14th count.

Councillors count their blessings in city count centre

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Count centres are like catnip for political reporters: we just can’t resist visiting them. And politicians – usually button-lipped around pol corrs – tend to want to chat about everything under the sun when ballots are being sorted, as the uniquely democratic adrenalin of fear and anticipation courses through their party-political veins.

TG4 are looking for Ireland’s most talented family

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

TG4 and Adare Productions are back with a new series of Réalta agus Gaolta - the search to find Ireland’s most talented family. Whether your family members are talented musicians, singers, dancers, or if your family have a unique talent; TG4 want to see it all!

Salthill Knocknacarra GAA Club offers thrilling summer camps

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

This summer, Salthill Knocknacarra GAA Club are offering an amazing opportunity for boys and girls to play Gaelic football, camogie, and hurling.

With two exciting camps to choose from, your child will have an action-packed and fun-filled week of Gaelic Games while enjoying themselves and making new friends. Activities are player-centred with a Games-based approach and a strong emphasis on personal development and well-being.

Enlightening new medieval exhibition launched at Galway City Museum last week

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

The new exhibition, Surrounded by Stone, Galway: 1100 BC – AD 1750 was last week officially launched at Galway City Museum. The opening was performed by Lynn Scarff, Director of the National Museum of Ireland. Other speakers at the event included the Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr. Eddie Hoare, Chief Executive of Galway City Council, Leonard Cleary and the Director of the Galway City Museum, Eithne Verling.

Open letter to Galway local election candidates supporting local tourism jobs

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

Dear candidate
I am writing on behalf of local hotels and guesthouses in Galway to seek your support for pro-tourism policies in advance of the upcoming local elections.

I am writing on behalf of local hotels and guesthouses in Galway to seek your support for pro-tourism policies in advance of the upcoming local elections.

Ignite Gospel Choir to give fundraising concert for Galway Contact

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

Galway Contact have announced that the brilliant Ignite Gospel Choir will be giving a concert on Sunday June 9 2024 a t 3pm in St. Joseph’s Church , Presentation Road, Galway city in aid of this local charity for older people.

MADRA Hosts Plant and Garden Fair to raise funds

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

The MADRA Team are excited to announce a special Plant & Garden Fair, set to take place on June 22 in Moycullen. This vibrant event is designed to delight both amateur and experienced gardeners, as well as dog lovers and those passionate about nature.

Join us for a Summer Bring & Buy Plant Sale, where garden enthusiasts can indulge their love of all things gardening while supporting the vital work we do at MADRA.

OCC Construction’s An Cliathán Project wins prestigious award

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

OCC Construction’s An Cliathán Project for Galway City Council wins the prestigious ICE (Irish Construction Excellence Award) 2024 <€5m residential category. The residential project in Ballybane has earned national acclaim, following a thorough selection and interview process from the ICE judges. The award highlights the dedication to creating high-quality, sustainable housing for our community.

This vote determines what we do about climate change

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

BY CLLR NIALL MURPHY, GREEN PARTY
As the Summer approaches, happiness spreads as thousands flocked to the Bloom gardening festival in Dublin or the long walk on the Prom or the first swim in the ocean.

As the Summer approaches, happiness spreads as thousands flocked to the Bloom gardening festival in Dublin or the long walk on the Prom or the first swim in the ocean.

O’Reilly sends copy of ‘Wind Power for Dummies’ to FF after claims it misled public on floating wind farms

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

Green Party European election candidate Pauline O’Reilly has accused Fianna Fáil of cynically raising voters’ hopes by making “fantasy claims” around the timescale for floating offshore wind farms off Ireland’s western seaboard.

Immediate action required to improve public bus transport in South Galway

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

Cllr Martina Kinane is urging for significant improvements in public Bus Transport services in South Galway, highlighting that the issue must be prioritised by all newly elected councillors in the upcoming term starting June 19 2024

Book recalls the Salthill summer that was 1976

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

There are some books which strike a note because of a certain familiarity — in this case, the author and I are the same age, so his memories are often my memories — reminiscences that bring you to a place and time that stay in your heart forever.

Europe hopefuls endorse Sligo-Galway railway

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

Three sitting MEPs and ten other European election candidates in the Midlands North-West constituency have pledged their support to re-open of the Sligo-Galway rail link.

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