Reduce VAT rate for restaurants, says Supermac’s MD

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

The Supermac’s Managing Director, Pat McDonagh, has called on the Government to reintroduce the 9% VAT Rate for the hospitality sector in the upcoming budget.

Everything is a bonus now, says local golfer a year after heart surgery

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

He had begun to experience chest pains but still only missed the cut by four shots, Colm Hughes’ open heart surgery would coincide with the final of the South of Ireland just three days later.

Emergency Rally For Palestine in Galway this Saturday

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

An emergency rally in solidarity with the people of Palestine will take place in Galway city centre on Saturday, July 27, from 2.45pm.

Husband’s epic charity cycle of life with dialysis machine in tow

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

On Wednesday next, July 31, Peter Conboy from Ballygar, Galway (on the Roscommon border) will embark on a remarkable five-day 240 km distance charity Cycle of Life across the country, starting at 10.30 am from Temple Street Children’s Hospital in Dublin, where his Donegal wife was a patient more than two decades before.

25 years of excellence from Haven Pharmacy

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Haven Pharmacy, Barna (previously trading as Barna Pharmacy) opened its doors to the people of Barna on July 23, 1999. It was opened then and is still owned and run by Kieran Brennan. The pharmacy quickly became part of the community, offering a service previously not readily available.

MedTech back in Galway this September

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Europe’s fastest-growing MedTech event, Medical Technology Ireland, returns on 25-26 September 2024 at Galway Racecourse.

Medical Technology Ireland is Europe’s second largest medtech Exhibition and Conference, reflecting the dynamic medical device sector in Ireland.

Living Well with Arthritis course in Gort

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Arthritis Ireland has announced that their in-person Living Well with Arthritis courses will commence in Gort Community Centre on Wednesday October 16 from 11am-1.30pm.

The course consists of six weekly sessions, with each session lasting 2.5 hours. The course is suitable for people with any form of arthritis and is free of charge.

First edition Ulysses signed by Joyce and Matisse among O’Gorman Collection donated to University of Galway

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

A literary collection owned by the late entrepreneur, local historian, and supporter of the arts, Ronnie O’Gorman, has been donated to University of Galway.

Galwayman Martin who is oldest in Ireland turns 108 tomorrow

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Ireland’s oldest man, Martin McEvilly, is celebrating his 108th birthday tomorrow, marking another incredible milestone with his family.

Attymon Bog rehabilitation consultation now open and public should make submissions, says Rabbitte

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Minister for Disability and Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has called on the public to make submissions to the public consultation that has opened regarding the Attymon Bog rehabilitation.

Husband’s epic charity cycle of life with dialysis machine in tow

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

On Wednesday next, July 31, Peter Conboy from Ballygar, Galway (on the Roscommon border) will embark on a remarkable five-day 240 km distance charity Cycle of Life across the country, starting at 10.30 am from Temple Street Children’s Hospital in Dublin, where his Donegal wife was a patient more than two decades before.

Calls made for remains of Bishop Casey to be reinterred away from Galway Cathedral crypt

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Over two days this week RTÉ Radio 1’s LiveLine programme was bombarded with callers demanding that the remains of former Bishop of Galway Eamonn Casey should be removed from their place of honour beneath Galway cathedral.

€2k grants to keep cafés open late

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Galway City Council is offering grants of up to €2,000 for city and Salthill coffee shops to stay open into the night – and the deadline is tonight!

Penn to create 70 new jobs in Mervue

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Penn Engineering is to invest €14m in a new building on its Mervue campus as part of an expansion plan to create up to 70 new jobs in its steel fastening business.

Jobs boost as Loci Orthopaedics announce 20 new positions

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Ballybrit-based clinical stage orthopaedic medical device company Loci Orthopaedics is to create 20 new jobs, bringing its total team in Ireland to 32 employees.

Standún named as finalist in Retail Excellence Awards

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Iconic fashion brand Standún has been named as a finalist in the 2024 Retail Excellence Ireland Awards. Its journey from a modest two-bedroom bungalow selling groceries to a bustling destination store for locals and tourists alike is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Standún family.

Galway remembers ‘talented’ artist Cathy Hughes following tragic death

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Communities in Galway and Mayo have paid tribute to talented artist Cathy Hughes, who passed away following a tragic incident at Old Head Beach, near Louisburgh, Co Mayo on Sunday, July 21.

Higgins denies Dáil ambition this autumn

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Galwegian senator Alice-Mary Higgins has poured cold water on persistent rumours she is planning to run as an independent Dáil candidate for Galway West in a general election widely expected this autumn.

Advertiser in brief...

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Assault at ATM
Gardaí in Galway are investigating an assault which occurred outside an Ulster Bank ATM in Eyre Square, Galway on Wednesday July 17 shortly after midnight.

Gardaí in Galway are investigating an assault which occurred outside an Ulster Bank ATM in Eyre Square, Galway on Wednesday July 17 shortly after midnight.

Galway, be emboldened by all who wish you well

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

So here you are, men of Galway; for the second time in a generation, back to a familiar field. And you are here because you have faced down every challenge laid in front of you....and this Sunday, will be just another.

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