Cal for mixed housing in Ballybane development

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

The Minister for Housing, Eoghan Murphy, is setting up a task force charged with increasing the availability of affordable and social housing units in Galway, and Fine Gael in the east side of the city is calling on him to review the plans for the Ballybane development as part of this.

Theft of Outboard Engines

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Gardai in Clifden are investigating the theft of a number of outboard boat engines from the Clonbur and Corn na Mona areas between June 27 and July 1. A 5 horsepower two stroke Yamaha engine was taken from the Ferrybridge area near Clonbur between the June 26 and July 1. A 6 horsepower Yamaha stroke engine and a 9.9 horsepower two stroke engine was taken from the Dooras area between 30 June and July 1. If anyone has any information contact Garda Rebecca Nalty at Clifden Garda Station at (095) 22500. Members of the public are asked to report any suspicious activity and boat owners are asked to be vigilant.

Make a difference - Samaritans launch volunteer recruitment campaign

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Samaritans Ireland is urging Galwegians to get involved with the charity, give something back to the local community, and make a difference to people’s lives.

'Absolutely disgusting' — Mayor criticises culprits who carried out cemetery vandalism

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Vandalism carried out at Mount St Joseph Cemetery in Rahoon has been described as "absolutely disgusting" by Mayor of the Galway City Council, Mike Cubbard.

Cllr Cubbard's criticism comes after a number of ornaments on graves in Section X of the cemetery had been damaged between the hours of 4.30pm on last Thursday and 8.30am on Friday.

A man who delivered contentment

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

The power to bring contentment to so many people is a gift bestowed on but a few. Most of us live lives where even our most heartfelt endeavours reach out to but a few. However in that, they are no less valuable than those who effect so many.

Join Ronan Scully for final 5k of charity walk

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

One of the west of Ireland's best known charity activists estimates that he will have walked some 10,000 miles in 30 years, when he returns from his latest endeavour, a Bay to Bay Walk from Waterford to Galway, this week. Ronan Scully is asking everyone to join him for the final 5km of his mammoth walk to raise funds for some worthy charities.

Marketing Ireland’s Global Economy

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Gambling Site Challenges
The gambling industry presents unique challenges for even the most experienced marketing and advertising firms. The primary reason for this two-fold. First, the industry reaches across the globe. Marketing firms that build brands and advertise for traditional casinos, must be educated on the presence of offshore casinos which are their primary competition. Second, the industry is growing at warp speed. This keeps law-markers busy adjusting and amending laws to protect their country while claiming their share of the market.

Fantasy Football round three preview

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Week two of the Premier League is over and it seems the big boys might not have it all their own way this season.

Want to go whale watching next weekend?

Fri, Aug 16, 2019

The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group invites you to join them for a land-based whale watch at a local headland between 2:00-5:00 pm on Saturday 24th August.

2020 opening ceremony will leave people astonished, says creative director

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

The opening ceremony in February of the Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture will leave people astonished and proud, the creative director of the project, Helen Marriage has said this week, adding that the events will not be merely spectacle, but will have long term benefits.

Indian ambassador to attend independence party in Galway

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

The 73rd Indian Independence Day will be celebrated in Galway by Indian families and friends on Saturday.

Major opportunity to develop shuttle bus services from Wild Atlantic Way into South Galway venues, says Cannon

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

An East Galway TD has said that the launch later in 2019 of the Burren Discovery Trail will lead to the development of key services for visitors to South Galway.

Galwegian heroes celebrate after conquering English Channel

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

There were great scenes at Blackrock on Sunday as locals turned out to celebrate the homecoming of two Galwegians who had completed the English channel swim.

Thumbs up for funding to fastrack treatment of arthritis

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

Loci Orthopaedics, based in the Innovation Centre at NUI Galway, is lead partner in a consortium awarded in excess of €2.5 million to advance one of the company’s products to market, the “InDx Implant” under the European Commission’s ‘Fast Track to Innovation’ fund.

Galway bags medal haul at regional lifesaving championships

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

An East Galway TD has said that the launch later in 2019 of the Burren Discovery Trail will lead to the development of key services for visitors to South Galway.

Are you interested in listening for Childline?

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

Have you ever considered offering a listening ear to a child or young person who seeks support?

GAA has created a game of protein-guzzling gym bunnies with arms the size of bullock’s necks

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

Dear Editor,
The rapid decline of our beloved GAA is unfolding right before our eyes as it descends into the depravity of professionalism.

Run or walk 10k in Claregalway and help Galway Hospice

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

Runners and walkers who wish to help the Galway Hospice while engaging in exercise can do both when they take part in the 32nd Claregalway 10K Road Race which will be held in the village at the end of next week.

Calls for overgrown trees to be cut back around road signs

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

A Galway city councillor has called on Galway City Council to take action on overgrown trees blocking road signs.

Soul Space boutique health and wellness experience at Claregalway Castle

Thu, Aug 15, 2019

A fantastic one-day health and wellness event will be held next month at the stunning Claregalway Castle in Galway.

In today’s world of stress and distraction, our health is being challenged like never before. Founded by performance and health couple Gerry Hussey and Miriam Kerins Hussey, Soul Space on September 15, aims to bring to life their vibrant, passionate and innovative approach to physical, mental, psychological and emotional wellbeing.

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