Strength of local economy illustrated as 1,330 new .ie domains registered in Galway so far this year

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

1,330 new .ie domains were registered in Galway in the first half of 2018 (1 January—30 June), according to the latest Domain Profile Report published today by the IE Domain Registry, the company that manages and maintains Ireland’s official country domain name, .ie.

The figure is a 40 per cent year-on-year increase. Overall new .ie domain registrations in Connacht in H1 2018 numbered 2,364, a 39 per cent year-on-year increase.

30 hardy souls to run 100 miles in Connemara on Saturday

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The Connemara 100-mile road race, takes place this Saturday 11th August in the wilds of Connemara. Thirty hardy souls will brave the tough conditions and undulating roads of Connemara to achieve what for those taking part, is a wild ambition and long-term dream to achieve one of the golden chalices of ultra marathon running – completing a 100-mile road race.

Multi-talented Diaspora Minister to perform with RTE Concert Orchestra

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Fine Gael Minister for the Diaspora, Ciaran Cannon, is set to perform with the RTE Concert Orchestra tomorrow (Friday) in the National Concert Hall as part of a sold out concert with folk singer Sean Keane.

Councillor warns that Salthill is becoming ‘a public caravan park’

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Salthill is being allowed to turn into a public caravan park with camper vans parked indiscriminately at various locations and tents pitched in public parks.

That was the view of Cllr Peter Keane, who has called on the Galway City Council to “step up to the mark” and enforce by-laws prohibiting public camping in the city.

New water supply for Williamstown following €10 million investment

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The Williamstown water treatment plant has been decommissioned following a €10 million investment by Irish Water, which has seen the extension of the Lough Mask water supply from Ballyhaunis in Co Mayo to Williamstown in Co Galway and Ballinlough in Co Roscommon.

As a result of this investment the old Williamstown water treatment plant has now been decommissioned and the scheme has been removed from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Remedial Action List in the agency’s quarterly update, published this week. The works included the laying of 23km of pipeline and the construction of a large pumping station at Ballyhaunis delivering water to Williamstown via a new reservoir at Garranlahan.

2020 team vows to strengthen communications aspect after EU report issues recommendations

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The team behind Galway 2020 has vowed to strengthen the communications aspect of their project in order to develop engagement with the community.

Take the chance to bid farewell to the Pres’ Athenry

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The ‘Pres’ Athenry as it is fondly referred to, has had thousands of students pass through the doors since the Presentation Sisters commenced Secondary Education in the town in 1947. It is fitting that 2018 is the 300 year (Tercentenary) celebration of the birth of Nano Nagle, the founder of the Presentation Sisters. The Presentation Sisters are to be thanked for their pioneering work in establishing and cultivating a centre of excellence in education that the town of Athenry has benefited from.

Through the decades of education we now find three generations of the community have an association with the ‘Pres’. Past students are found all over the world. The impact that teachers have made on students, the friendships formed, and the life lessons learned during the moulding of those formative years are positive associations with the school. The school became a community for so many in the time they spent there.

Relics of St Therese of Lisieux to visit Galway Cathedral and Loughrea

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The relics of St Therese of the Child Jesus and her parents will be in Ireland for the World Meeting of Families 2018. The relics will travel throughout Ireland and will be brought to Galway Cathedral on Thursday 16 August and Loughresa the next day.

Disregard sat-nav if you’re using Ireland West Airport during Pope’s visit

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Passengers using Ireland West Airport on the day that Pope Francis flies into Mayo have been advised to disregard sat-nav and follow diversion signs as there will be significant road closures to allow for the pontiff’s visit.

Tourism Ireland film highlights Galway attractions

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Tourism Ireland has created a new online film to highlight some of the many wonderful festivals and attractions our international visitors can enjoy in Galway.

Titled “Top Things to do in Galway”, the video gives potential visitors a taste of the city’s fascinating history and amazing attractions. It features places like the Spanish Arch, Salthill and Galway City Museum, as well as the Galway Races, Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival and Kai Café and Restaurant.

NUI Galway develops online mindfulness training for people living with MS

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

A new online treatment programme called MindfulnessforMS, developed by expert psychologists at NUI Galway has just been launched and aims to help people who are living with primary or secondary progressive Multiple Sclerosis.

Walk the last bit with Ronan

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Three worthy charities will benefit from the latest fundraining efforts of that human dynamo Ronan Scully — Ronan Scully is walking from Dingle to Galway at the moment and will see him arrive in Galway on Sunday next.

Three universities invited to submit proposal for Irish language plan for city

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Three universities have been invited to submit proposals for an Irish Language Plan for Galway city.

Minister launches NUI Galway report on sexual consent among third level students

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The Minister of State for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, TD, this week launched a research report on sexual consent among third level students carried out by the NUI Galway SMART Consent research team in collaboration with their partners at four colleges.

3,200 runners to pound the Streets of Galway this Saturday evening

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

More than three thousands runners and walkers will take part in the Galway Clinic-sponsored Streets of Galway 8km which will take place in the city this coming Saturday August 11 at 7.00pm, starting from GTI on Fr Griffin Road.

Number pick up takes place at the Claddagh Hall over the following times — 2pm - 8pm on Friday August 10 and on Saturday from 9am - 4pm on Saturday 11th August 11 (race day).

'The harmonica is the most expensive instrument in the world'

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Nestled amid the cluster of arts and crafts enterprises to be found around the small courtyard of The Forge, in New Road, is the workshop of Cathal Johnson, player and repairer of harmonicas.

Ticketless fans to watch hurling final on Eyre Square screen

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

As the hunt for tickets for Sunday week’s All-Ireland hurling final between Galway and Limerick intensified last evening, it was confirmed that thousands of ticketless fans will be able to watch the match on a big screen in Eyre Square.

Let’s savour all this maroon success

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

About 20 years ago, Cesare Menotti, the chain-smoking slick-haired manager of the Argentina team which won the 1978 World Cup in front of their own frenzied fans, was asked about what was the biggest influence on his career.

Let’s savour all this maroon success

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

About 20 years ago, Cesare Menotti, the chain-smoking slick-haired manager of the Argentina team which won the 1978 World Cup in front of their own frenzied fans, was asked about what was the biggest influence on his career.

WeFix Galway for all your phone needs!

Tue, Aug 07, 2018

In recent years our phones have become more than simply just way to communicate with our friends and family and a piece of photography equipment; they are essential for anyone to operate in modern life and have become almost an unofficial limb of the human body. And like any limb that is damaged, we want the best possible care and repair so that our phones are fighting fit once again. WeFix Galway can guarantee that all phones will receive the TLC treatment so that they are back to owners as soon as possible.

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