Tributes as Paralympic and World Champion Clifford steps away from international competition

Thu, May 31, 2018

Galway’s Paralympic Champion Eoghan Clifford this week announced his retirement from international cycling. Since his international paracycling debut in 2014, Clifford has been a dominant force in the MC3 category, both on the track and the road. The Galway-based rider has amassed fifteen podium placings at major event, including a Paralympic Title, four World Titles, and six World Cup gold medals.

Blood Bike Service to have a big day out at The Galway Plaza

Thu, May 31, 2018

The annual Bike Fest in aid of Blood Bike West will take place at The Galway Plaza this Monday, June 4. The event has raised over €10,000 for the charity over the past few years. Blood Bike West was Ireland’s first Blood Bike Service and is an all-volunteer emergency logistic service using motorcycles for the collection and delivery of urgent items to and from hospitals, clinics, laboratories, hospices, and other patient centres in the West of Ireland.

The event will consist of a Monster Bike Exhibition, a charity run and lots of family events. The world-renowned charity stunt rider, Mattie Griffin, will perform on the day.

Joe.ie star to host interview fundraiser with Galway hurlers for Oranmore boys NS

Thu, May 31, 2018

Galway hurling stars will take part in a unique event to be held next month to raise funds for Oranmore Boys NS.

The event on June 23 will see the host of the GAA Hhur on Joe.ie, Colm Parkinson and his co-host Conor Moore carry out live on-stage interviews with three of the Galway hurling team who won the MacCarthy Cup last September.

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Thu, May 31, 2018

Cathedral looking for petal donations
A traditional Corpus Christi Procession will take place on Sunday June 3 in Galway City. The procession will begin with Mass at the Abbey Church, St. Francis Street at 3pm. At the procession there will be a scattering of rose petals and organisers are seeking the public's help to get as many petals as possible.

Mercy Primary School to offer continuous primary education to boys

Thu, May 31, 2018

As the current school year draws to a close, the Mercy Primary School is already looking forward to the historic announcement that its primary school can now offer the continuation of primary education to boys after First Class from September 2018 onwards.

The ongoing nightmare of living with Lyme disease

Thu, May 31, 2018

May is Lyme Disease awareness month so I thought I’d write a little bit about it, my own experience of it and how to prevent it.

Shaken, not stirred — Minister’s delight that man with Galway roots will direct next Bond movie

Thu, May 31, 2018

Minister for the Diaspora and International Development Ciaran Cannon has expressed his delight that renowned film-director Danny Boyle, who has strong family roots in East Galway, has been chosen to direct the next instalment in the James Bond franchise.

Praise for landowners as Connemara Greenway opens

Thu, May 31, 2018

The Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway, Cllr Eileen Mannion this week officially opened the Connemara Greenway following significant development work over the past two years — and in her speech made special mention of the 19 landowners who facilitated the creation of the route.

Demand for empathy at all-time high as country lurches into another scandal

Thu, May 31, 2018

The empathy of the Irish people has been tested over the past few days, weeks, months.

Ballinasloe residents and businesses asked to conserve water

Thu, May 31, 2018

Irish Water, working in partnership with Galway County Council, is appealing to households and businesses on the Ballinasloe Regional Water Supply Scheme to conserve water for the foreseeable future, as demand on the scheme has increased by more than 40 per cent in recent days.

NUI Galway launches Ireland Illustrated Online - charting two centuries of travel in Ireland

Thu, May 31, 2018

How was Ireland depicted in illustrations of the country produced by travellers in the period from 1680 to 1860? A new database of images drawn from travel accounts answers this question. Based on years of research by a group of investigators at NUI Galway led by Professor Jane Conroy, Ireland Illustrated is now available to view online.

Bilingual lunchtime summer concert series

Thu, May 31, 2018

A NEW series of lunchtime concerts at An Taibhdhearc, entitled CAN, and featuring songs from the west of Ireland, sung as Gaeilge agus as Bearla, starts on Wednesday June 6.

Deirbhile Ní Bhrolcain will present with guest singers including Aine Sheridan (harp and vocals), Anne Kirrane (vocals and concertina), and Steve Johnston (vocals/guitar). There will be sean nós singing, and poems by Raftery and Yeats put to music, and an opportunity for the audience to participate and learn songs if they wish.

Pro-life community must continue its work, says Mullen

Thu, May 31, 2018

‘No’ voters upset about the outcome of last Friday’s referendum should perhaps think about what would have happened if things had gone the other way.

Corrib Park infill developments threaten facilities, warns Crowe

Thu, May 31, 2018

Plans to create greater density in housing estates like Corrib Park, Carn Ard, Ballinfoyle Park, and Castle Park, will “jeopardise” community and recreational facilities in those areas and fail to solve traffic and safety problems.

This is the view of Fianna Fáil city councillor Ollie Crowe, who has condemned plans by the Galway City Council to develop 23 houses across the four estates. Under a current Government Directive on Housing, the council has been told to identify land in existing estates where further infill development can take place. A design team and plans are currently being advanced to commence development. Infill development is the process of developing vacant or under-used parcels within existing urban areas which are already largely developed.

Yes victory marks ‘a change for a better future’ says Galway Together For Yes

Thu, May 31, 2018

The Irish people’s decision to repeal the Eighth Amendment from the Constitution has been described by Galway Together for Yes as “incredibly welcome”, and the group has thanked “all our campaigners, supporters, and volunteers for their amazing work over the past few months”.

In a statement this week, Galway Together For Yes said: “The commitment, love, and care shown by you all, and the endorsement from the Irish public, has been outstanding. As a campaign crossing so many different groups in civil society as well as political groups, we are incredibly proud of what has been achieved. To those working every day in the office, organising and battling for us, a huge thank you, in particular to Imelda, Saoirse, Lorraine, and Dette. Also to our spokespeople, well done and thank you for your work.”

Demonstration on CervicalCheck controversy to take place in Eyre Square

Wed, May 30, 2018

Demonstrations to demand the Government takes action on the CervicalCheck controversy will take place throughout Ireland today, including in Eyre Square with a rally at 5pm.

City council announces Local Community Festivals Grant Awards Scheme 2018

Tue, May 29, 2018

Local organisations throughout Galway city planning events in their areas in the coming months may be eligible for funding under the Galway City Council's Local Community Festivals Grant Awards Scheme 2018.

City sewers to get major €2 million upgrade in massive year-long project

Thu, May 24, 2018

Major upgrade works are to take place on the William Street, Shop Street, High Street, Cross Street, Augustine Street, and Flood Street sewers, to tackle storm water overflows, odour issues, and sewer flooding. Work will start on the massive project later this summer.

'It hit me then, I would not be coming home next February with a little newborn'

Thu, May 24, 2018

In May 2014, my husband and I were delighted to be expecting our second baby. Like most women trying to get pregnant I had been taking my folic acid and on getting a positive test I stopped drinking alcohol and booked an appointment with my GP. She confirmed the pregnancy and we went about organising my pre-natal care. She was thrilled for me too as she knew we wanted another child as our little girl would be three the following September.

Vote Yes for compassion, care, and change

Thu, May 24, 2018

Tomorrow we have a once in a lifetime opportunity to vote to remove the Eighth Amendment from the Constitution. At this point, we have all seen the posters and viral videos; we have received leaflets; and had conversations with friends and strangers. Tomorrow, it will be time to vote. If you have not yet decided how you will vote, I urge you to vote Yes. Let me explain why.

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