Kennys.ie, Ireland’s first e-commerce website, celebrates 30 years online

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Kennys.ie, the website of Kennys Bookshop and Art Gallery in Galway, is celebrating 30 years online. Set up in mid-1994, it was Ireland’s first e-commerce website and among the first retail websites in the world.

New Cystic Fibrosis Unit at Merlin Park University Hospital nearing completion

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Galway University Hospitals and Cystic Fibrosis Ireland have this week welcomed progress at the new build Cystic Fibrosis Unit at Merlin Park.

Clifden RNLI assist in medical evacuation of a casualty from Inishbofin

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The volunteer lifeboat crew were tasked just after 11am on Sunday by the Coast Guard to assist a casualty on Inishbofin.

Aran Islands RNLI carries out medical evacuation after cyclist falls

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Aran Islands RNLI carried out a medical evacuation on Saturday after a cyclist fell off a bike on the islands.

Galway Hookers, Indians and Pridesters top party list

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The Galway Community Pride Festival, the Galway Hooker Sailing Club and the city’s Indian Cultural Community association were the big winners when local authority grants for parties and events were announced this week.

Tributes paid to campaigner Padraic de Bhaldraithe

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Tributes have been paid by President Higgins to Padraic de Bhaldraithe of Barna who passed away this week and whose funeral Is taking place today.

Wreath set alight at Droim Chaoin

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Gardaí in Salthill are investigating a criminal damage incident that occurred at the Droim Chaoin estate occurred on Friday July 5 approximately 15 minutes past midnight when the homeowner discovered the wreath hanging on the front door had been set alight.

The fire was extinguished. Gardaí in Salthill are looking to speak to anyone who may have been in the area and observed any suspicious activity or who may have any information in relation to this incident are asked to contact Salthill Garda Station on 091-514720 or indeed the Garda confidential line on 1800666111.

Documentary of refugee’s return to Kurdistan to be shown tomorrow

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The One Foundation is proud to announce the World premiere of “HOME: The Story of Zak Moradi,” a powerful and poignant documentary about the extraordinary life of Zak Moradi, a Kurdish refugee who found a new home and a new passion in Ireland. The screening will take place this Friday afternoon 12th July, at the Galway Film Festival.

Planned €12m Salthill swimming pool “not for swimming”

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

When is a swimming pool not for swimming? When it is a multi-million euro renovation project to re-open an old tidal swimming spot in Salthill, obviously.

Rabbitte disappointed over cancellation of proposed public power plant meeting

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Minister for Disability and Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has said she was disappointed to learn of the cancellation of a proposed public engagement by the company behind the Portumna power plant.

Food to be available on train by next year, says Farrell

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

BY Declan Varley
Rail passengers to and from Galway are set for a treat by the turn of the year as they may be able to get food on the train after an absence of services for many years.

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Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Burglary at Kilrickle
Gardaí in Loughrea are investigating a break-in to a house in Drought, Kilrickle, Loughrea that occurred on Tuesday, July 2 between 10am and 5.30pm.

Gardaí in Loughrea are investigating a break-in to a house in Drought, Kilrickle, Loughrea that occurred on Tuesday, July 2 between 10am and 5.30pm.

Poor Clares commemorate 375th anniversary on Nuns’ Island

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The Poor Clares of Galway have commemorated the 375th anniversary of the granting to them of the Nuns’ Island site by the Galway Corporation, a landmark event that took place on 10th July 1649.

Upgrade of Children’s Millennium Playground most welcome - Hoare

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Cllr Eddie Hoare has welcomed confirmation that the Children’s Millennium Playground on University Road is set to be fully upgraded in the coming months and that a contractor will be appointed in July.

“This confirmation is most welcome. As Mayor I highlighted this project as a priority and I’m delighted to see it being progressed.

Time to nominate for Galway People of the Year Awards

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The Galway People of the Year Awards were inaugurated way back in 1995 to give public recognition to individuals and groups who through their personal leadership, participation, courage, or achievements have made an outstanding contribution in their local communities at home or abroad.

The awards are now recognised as the highest accolade a person can receive in this county, as every recipient will be chosen by the people of Galway through a public nomination process and finalised by an independent adjudication panel

O’Mahony’s passing casts a long shadow in Galway, Mayo and Leitrim

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

When someone who has played a significant role in your life dies, it naturally heralds a time for some reflection and their death also holds a mirror up to our own mortality.

Grainne seeks golden ticket as chocolate journey takes sweet turn with Kickstarter success

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Gráinne Mullins has been a wonderful ambassador for innovation in the west ever since she burst onto the scene a few years ago. Her stunning story of setting up in her parents’ shed during lockdown caught the imagination — and her drive and determination saw her bespoke chocolates stocked in some of the most iconic stores in the country.

A magician who brought wonder to the West

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

I have always looked back on the 1970s with a sense of wonder. The summers seemed to be longer, and sunnier. It was a time when we felt less connected to the outside world, although the passing of Elvis impacted us all.

Concern grows at €75m Crown site fit-out costs

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

The figure emerged at a meeting of Galway city councillors this week after the city chief executive appeared to pour cold water on expectations that part of the existing City Hall site on College Road will be redeveloped for social and affordable housing after the move.

42 women evicted in Galway and transported across Ireland

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Around 65 women were “left distraught at the side of the road” yesterday after letters from the International Protection Accommodation Service gave them a 48-hour eviction notice on Monday.

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