Climb Diamond Hill for Self Help Africa

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Everyone is invited to take part in a fundraising climb of Diamond Hill in aid of Self Help Africa on Sunday April 7.

The climb will begin at 11am at Connemara Nature Park and all are welcome – it is a great family day out, as the climb is not too difficult. Climbers will meet at the car park at Diamond Hill for 10.45am. Water and fruit will be provided.

Councillors vote Connacht Rugby number one for sports funding

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Connacht Rugby's plans for the redevelopment of the Sportsground have received a major boost as the Galway City Council has agreed to prioritise the province's application for the large scale sport infrastructure fund (LSSIF).

Indian Cultural and Sports Community (ICSC) along with NUI India SOC celebrated the festival of colours (HOLI)

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Indian Cultural and Sports Community (ICSC) along with NUI India SOC celebrated the festival of colours (HOLI) on Saturday, 23rd March 2019 in NUI Galway campus, which was attended by over 250 people with a strong representation of NUI Students and the Indian families living in Galway.

Miss Galway 2019/20: The Search is On

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Think you have what it takes to be crowned as Miss Galway 2019/20? Fancy being the next Rosanna Davison?

APP Kirrane Auctioneering awarded wins big at the All-Ireland Business All-Star accreditation at Croke Park.

Tue, Mar 26, 2019

One Mayo and one Galway/Mayo company has been honoured at a national awards ceremony at Croke Park.

INDEPENDENT COUNCILLOR NOEL LARKIN - YOUR VOICE!

Mon, Mar 25, 2019

COUNCILLOR NOEL LARKIN would like to take this opportunity to THANK all those who voted for him previously, to represent East Galway City for the past 5 years. During this time he had the honour of serving as Mayor of Galway City (2016-2017). All proceeds of Noel's Mayoral Charity Ball went to Blue Teapot Theatre Company, Galway Parkinsons Association, Sonas Mervue, Crannóg - Brothers of Charity and ISPCC/Childline Galway. Also, during his term as Mayor, the following accolades were bestowed upon our City: European Green Leaf Award 2017, European Region of Gastronomy 2018 and European Capital of Culture 2020.

Trial works on Shop Street resurfacing to be completed by June

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Trial works on the first phase of the complete resurfacing of Shop Street are expected to be completed by June.

Galway expresses its horror at Christchurch massacre

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Galway city - officially, politically, and in the actions of individual people - has expressed its outrage at last week's terrorist attack in New Zealand, which left 50 people dead, while this evening, a vigil for the victims will take place in the Galway's Masjid Maryam mosque at 7.30pm.

Why more women are needed in City Hall

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Irish politics needs more women. With the upcoming Local Elections, we are presented with a great opportunity to expand the number of women involved, especially as, currently, the national average of women’s representation at local councils is at 21 per cent.

‘Plant-eating feminist hell-raiser’

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

At a time when our climate and very planet, are in danger due to reckless, profit-driven, human activity, it is good to know that among the younger generation there are people committed to finding healthier ways for us to live, both as individuals and as part of the broader, mutually-interdependent, ecosystem.

Get into the drop zone — Donaghpatrick NS launches major fundraiser

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Donaghpatrick National School launched the new nationwide show 20k Drop as their major fundraiser for this year in Queally’s Bar Caherlistrane last week. The 20k drop is run nationwide by Pallas Marketing and is similar to the TV show “The Million Pound Drop”. Each of the eight contestants selected will receive €2500 and must place their money on each of eight correct answers. Having answered the eight questions, the contestants keep the remaining amount.

Principal of Donaghpatrick N.S Ms Muireann Cradock said they are delighted with the response from the local companies who have come on board as major sponsors and advertisers.

Public’s views on Irish language plan sought for Galway city

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

NUI Galway has launched a survey to gather the views of the public on the proposed Irish Language Plan for Galway City 2019-2026.

Galway students represent voice of a new generation of Irish Travellers

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Two Galway students, PJ Mongan and Ian Mc Donagh, from Scholars Den’, an Outreach/Homework Club co-funded by GRETB & GCC were chosen to represent the voice of a new generation of young Travellers at a recently held exhibition in The Museum of Country Life in Turlough in Mayo.

Sweeter than Roses concert tomorrow night

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Oranmore soprano, Helen Hancock will present an evening of singing and music in the auditorium of Galway Community College, Moneenageisha tomorrow Friday March 22 at 8pm.

All proceeds from the concert will go to Voices for Galway, a branch of Down Syndrome Galway which fundraises to provide additional speech therapy for children with special needs, where early intervention is so important.

More than thirty public car charging points now operational in Galway

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is being made easier thanks to a range of Government supports, Minister Ciaran Cannon has said.

Teacher to run for Renua in Gort/Kinvara area

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Emma O’Connell, teacher and prominent pro life campaigner has announced her selection to run as the Renua candidate in the Gort Kinvara area for Galway County Council elections in May.

People with disabilities must be included in local decision making

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

Local authorities need to reimagine how access to services and decision making can be improved for people with disabilities.

Empty rooms the shrines for those who never came home

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

It’s the empty beds that will hurt the most.

You pass by them and you hope that once again they will be filled, that there will be a shape under the duvet, a shock of darkness on the pillow. A shape that doesn’t move in the morning time when it is time for school.

Connolly demands public be involved in the upcoming review of city bus routes

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

The public must be involved in the upcoming review of the city’s bus routes, as any review without the input of the people who use public transport would be flawed and unrepresentative.

Charity coffee morning/tea day in aid of Self Help Africa and Galway Hospice

Thu, Mar 21, 2019

A joint fundraising charity coffee morning/tea day and bake sale will take place in Ardrahan this weekend in aid of Self Help Africa and the Galway Hospice, and people are being asked to show their support.

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