Google urges Galway’s female students to apply for new computer science scholarships

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

Google is encouraging Galway's female students to take up computer science with a new scholarship programme.

The company's Women Techmakers’ Irish University Scholarship aims to increase gender equality in computer science in Ireland by encouraging women to excel in computing and technology, and become active leaders and role models in the industry.

Galway B&B is best in Ireland

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

Tony and Pam Connolly of Frenchville House B&B celebrate winning the award, not just for having the best B&B in Connacht, but also in Ireland.

Galway launch for postcard campaign in support of US peace activists

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

A postcard campaign, to highlight how two former US soldiers, now peace activists, have been forced to remain in Ireland for more than seven months because of strict bail conditions and the confiscation of their passports, is to be launched in Galway.

The Lost Buoys

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

An average of three life buoys go missing every week along the River Corrib in acts of "wanton vandalism".

A spokesperson for the Galway City Council says the life buoys which are being stolen or thrown into the city's waterways is a "big issue of concern".

Galway’s Great Read 2019: Pumps, Piers and Potholes…120 years of Local Government

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

Bringing together a varied and interesting range of events this month to commemorate 120 years of Irish local government, Galway's Great Read will see a month-long series of free talks, seminars and exhibitions take place in various venues around the county.

Galwegians voted most craic

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

It is official - the people of Galway are the happiest and most craic in Ireland.

The research commissioned by Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels saw 18 per cent of a sample of 1,000 people from across Ireland select Galwegians as the most craic and happiest in the country.

Rugby stars help launch Galway Hospice Christmas campaign

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

It may just be the beginning of November, but Galway Hospice has launched its annual Christmas campaign with the help of Connacht Rugby players.

Christmas Concert in aid of Galway Simon Community

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

The annual Knights Before Christmas Concert returns again this year to the Galway Cathedral on Saturday December 14.

Naughton recuses herself from voting irregularity investigation

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

Following advice from the Dáil's parliamentary legal advisor, Fine Gael Galway West TD Hildegarde Naughton has recused herself from the investigation of complaints against four named deputies arising out of recent voting irregularity controversy.

Kick-start Science Week with a splash

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

Galway Atlantaquaria is gearing up for Science Week celebrations with a planned Sunday Funday.

Doors will be open for the November 11 family day from 11am with plenty of activities to help visitors understand climate change, how science and technology can help create a positive climate future, and the impact individuals can have on climate change.

Park and ride service needed from Galway Airport, says city councillor

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

A park and ride service needs to be implemented at Galway Airport, according to Galway city councillor Alan Cheevers.

Envisage to launch in Ballybane Library

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

This Saturday will see the opening of Woodquay artist, Anne Costello's Envisage exhibition at Ballybane Library.

The wonder of Galway's downtime

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

There is something nice about downtime. When you can throw off your work clothes, slip into your comfiest gear and lounge around the house secure in the knowledge that nobody will be calling, when effectively you're in for the night. Galway is a city that is built on downtime — its streets and clubs and restaurants and hotels are all based on soothing those who are on downtime, who come in search of it, to have their weary heads nursed back to an equilibrium of calm and resilience.

Croí family room opens at UHG

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

A new family room, which has been described as a calming, supportive, space, has opened at University Hospital Galway's coronary care unit. Croí, the heart and stroke charity, recently funded the furnishing and redesign of the facility.

The King's Head celebrates thirty years in business

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

The Grealish family, owners of landmark 800-year-old pub The King's Head in Galway's Latin Quarter, are celebrating 30 years in business this year. To mark the occasion, and to say a big ‘thank you’ to the local community that have supported them over the past three decades, Paul and Mary Grealish are hosting a coffee and cake morning from 10am tomorrow (Friday), with all proceeds going to the Galway Rape Crisis Centre.

Fantasy Football round 11 preview

Thu, Oct 31, 2019

Game week 10 of the 2019/2020 Premier League season will be remembered for one thing; Southampton 0 - 9 Leicester City. Yes Brendan Rogers' charges equalled a Premier League record on Friday night as they eviscerated the 10-man Saints in front of their home faithful.

South Galway success story APOS expands suite of services

Wed, Oct 30, 2019

You probably know the big, blue building outside Kilcolgan. But, did you know that it hosts a Galway success story? APOS Ltd, a wholly Irish owned company, specialises in the manufacture and fitting of prosthetic and orthotic devices to clients with a wide range of pathologies.

Minister urged to investigate case of 74-year-old 'screaming in pain' in UHG corridor

Thu, Oct 24, 2019

A call has been made for the Minister for Health to address the Dáil regarding a 74-year-old patient who was alleged to have "suffered terribly" while in the care of the west's flagship hospital.

‘Brilliantly bohemian’ — Lonely Planet declares Galway the fourth best city in the world to visit

Thu, Oct 24, 2019

Galway’s novel street entertainment has helped the city be named the fourth best city in the world to visit in 2020 by Lonely Planet – coming in ahead of cities like Vancouver and Denver. The accolade comes just two months before controversial busking bye-laws are introduced in the city. The leading travel media company unveiled the accolade on Monday night in the prestigious Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2020 – its collection of the world’s hottest trends, destinations and experiences for the coming year.

McNelis calls for support for rough sleepers 'vulnerable to attack'

Thu, Oct 24, 2019

FOLLOWING THE recent killing of Timothy Hourihane, a homeless man in Cork, Labour City Councillor Niall McNelis has called for supports for rough sleepers who are "vulnerable to attack".

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