Lyra McKee death condemned at Easter Commemorations

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Sinn Féin honoured the Easter Rising of 1916 and those who gave their lives for an Irish Republic by organising a series of Easter Commemorations at the weekend.

'Time for a change' at Supermac’s Tuam

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Former Galway hurler Pete Finnerty has added a sporting theme to the newly-refurbished Supermac’s Tuam.

RTÉ RnaG and Galway United on the hunt for budding soccer commentators UniedUnitedUUnitedcommentators can shine with RTÉ RnaG and Galway United

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Interested in soccer, a secondary school pupil, and speak Irish? RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta and Galway United have joined forces to promote a soccer commentary competition for secondary school pupils.

The competition is open to budding soccer commentators in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. To apply students must write and record a 30-45 second report in Irish on the division one SSE Airtricity match between Galway United and Wexford which takes place on May 3, and to send it to [email protected] by Wednesday May 8.

Loughrea company continues to succeed through its Academy for Growth

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Neylons Facility Management, which employs more than 500 people, celebrated its 2019 Academy for Growth graduation at a special event in Loughrea recently.

If you go down to Merlin Woods, the fairy village is guaranteed to enchant

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

The annual Enchanted Merlin Fairy Walk takes place on Saturday at 2pm organised by the Friends of Merlin Woods,

Election candidate 'livid' over 'extortionate' insurance quote for special school

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

A Social Democrats candidate for the Ballinasloe Municipal District has described as "extortionate" an insurance quotation of €26,000 which was given to a special school in Co Galway.

The Quaker and the Qur’ãn

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

The recent acts of mass murder in New Zealand and Sri Lanka have all too potently shown the grave threat of religious extremism in today’s world as well as highlighting the troubled relationship between Islam and Christianity.

Fantasy Football round 36 preview

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

It is all becoming a little clearer now that all sides have played 35 matches. Champions Man City are still keeping challengers Liverpool at arms length in the title race, Spurs and Chelsea are in pole position for the Champions League, and it is between Brighton and Cardiff who will be the final side to tumble out of the division and into the Championship.

Tribeton to host Bushmills Black Bush Blended event

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

It is good news for those who love the smooth taste of Bushmills with Tribeton hosting a Black Bush Blended event next Thursday.

Local Market Makes Long Awaited Comeback After Series Of Setbacks

Tue, Apr 23, 2019

The much talked about the return of the Tiny Traders Village finally became a reality last weekend as the much loved local market relaunched in a brand new location after almost a year of setbacks and delays.

Walsh 'rubbishes' claims of 'downgrading' of Mervue Health Centre

Fri, Apr 19, 2019

Claims that services provided at Mervue health centre are to be downgraded, or that the centre itself is to be closed down, are "false rumours", according to Fine Gael city councillor, John Walsh.

Nearly half of State’s medical helicopter missions used UHG helipad in 2018

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

A total of 260 medical aircraft movements by the Irish Air Corps and Irish Coast Guard was recorded at University Hospital Galway's (UHG) helipad last year. The number represents 49 per cent of all medical helicopter missions in the State for 2018, which include emergency calls, transfers, and search and rescue.

Councillors defer decision on proposed fifty eight housing units to next month

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

The Galway City Council has deferred a decision to grant a Part 8 application for a proposed development of 58 residential units at Ballybaan More, on the east side of the city, until May.

McDonnell demands end of Moneenageisha junction 'no right turn' ban

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

A former mayor has demanded that turning restrictions on traffic be lifted at one of the busiest junctions on the east side of the city, on the basis that the current system is creating a danger for both pedestrians and motorists.

Walsh 'rubbishes' claims of 'downgrading' of Mervue Health Centre

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Claims that services provided at Mervue health centre are to be downgraded, or that the centre itself is to be closed down, are "false rumours", according to Fine Gael city councillor, John Walsh.

Community groups urge candidates to ensure 'equality is at the heart' of their campaigns

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Councillors seeking re-election and candidates standing for election to City Hall have been invited to declare their intention and commitment to ensure "equality is at the heart of their representation" and the work they will do in local government.

McDonagh calls on council to hire extra maintenance staff

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Vacant and boarded up houses can be made fit for occupation again - thereby making some properties available for social housing - but only if the Galway City Council starts hiring additional maintenance staff.

Is Bernie Sanders the man to beat Trump?

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

It has been a week of mixed emotions for Insider. On Monday April 8 we saw a vibrant coalition of union, civil society, and cross-party groups come together for a 'Raise the Roof' rally on housing in Eyre Square.

'The social work aspect of law is what I am passionate about'

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

NUI Galway recently held its annual Alumni Awards and among the recipients was eminent lawyer and jurist, Grainne McMorrow, who was honoured for her achievements in the field of law, public policy, and government – a category sponsored by Ronan Daly Jermyn.

Cheerleaders fly the Irish Flag at World championships

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Irish Cheerleaders Stuntworx Elite Alliance, who train in Galway twice weekly, will once again travel to the USA to take part in the Cheerleading Worlds later this month.

The team, formed in 2015, won the first Irish club level invitation in 2016 to compete at the Cheerleading Worlds, the closest thing to the Olympics, and attended Worlds in 2017 and 2018.

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