Avail of the free events at HER Outdoors Week at Galway Tri Club

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Go along to Galway Tri Club’s FREE events for HER Outdoors Week which aims to celebrate and encourage more females to get out and enjoy the benefits of being in the outdoors while bringing visibility to the opportunities for females to get involved in outdoor physical activity.

Eleven students and apprentices from county Galway to compete at Worldskills Ireland 2023

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Eleven students and apprentices from County Galway will put their talents and knowledge to the test this September, when they compete at Worldskills Ireland 2023, the country’s largest experiential skills, apprenticeships, and careers event.

Architecture at the Edge Festival partner with Danes for Film and Architecture Workshop

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Architecture at the Edge and Copenhagen Architecture Festival (CAFx) have partnered up to organize a film and architecture workshop in response to the AATE 2023 Festival thematic provocation of ‘re-mapping’, focusing on filmmaking and environmentally conscious, inclusive design, architecture and urban planning.

46 not out, Clifden Arts Festival continues the magic

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Returning for a 46th instalment, Clifden Arts Festival is set to embrace those special unplanned moments that Seamus Heaney called “the music of what happens”.

Advertiser in brief...

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Reddington welcomes cutting of corners
Cllr Andrew Reddington has welcomed the funding of road safety projects to the tune of €195,000 in the Headford Caherlistrane Kilconly area, which was granted last week.

Zero refurbishment grants issued in Galway since scheme opened

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

A call for urgent action from Government has been made by a local TD following revelations that not a single vacant home refurbishment grant has been issued in Galway since the scheme opened last year.

These startling figures are revealed despite the fact that several hundred people applied for it, but the successful applicants have not drawn them down.

‘Misleading’ reports about water quality pose risk to beach bathers, says An Taisce

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

The Galway Planning Committee of An Taisce say that ‘misleading’ reporting by Galway City Council via its Facebook page regarding the water quality of Ballyloughane Beach on Friday, August 4, put bathers at risk of contracting E.Coli and Intestinal Enterococci.

Climate crisis plans never as relevant — Galway Energy Summit to hear tomorrow

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Delegates from more than 20 countries attending the second Galway Energy Summit which is being held in the city tomorrow (Friday) will hear that discussions on carbon emissions and the climate crisis were never as necessary as they are now.

One-stop shop for respiratory care at Moycullen Primary Care Centre

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

A new clinic is revolutionising the way respiratory care is delivered in the community and is reducing the need for some patients to be hospitalised for their conditions.

People Before Profit call for a united front for this year’s Pride March

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

In the midst of ‘ongoing instances of homophobia and transphobia in society’, local People before Profit candidates, Adrian Curran, Denman Rooke and Masie McMaster, have called on ‘all Galwegians’ to attend the city’s upcoming Pride march gathering taking place at City Hall on Saturday, August 12.

Tadhg Leader continues search for American Football kicking talent in Galway

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Ireland’s Kicking King, an initiative from Leader Kicking, comes to Dangan Sportsground on August 14 as they continue their search for potential American Football kickers in Ireland.

New domestic violence support a step in the right direction, but could be improved, says COPE

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Announced by Minister Roderic O'Gorman on Tuesday, August 8, the measures, which will provide victims of domestic violence with five days of fully paid leave, have been welcomed as a good start by local social services charity, COPE Galway, but they say there is room for improvement.

The new form of leave will be introduced as part of the 'Work Life Balance Act' and will be formally introduced this autumn with the publication of regulations that are currently being developed by Women's Aid, which will define and detail the rate of pay and provide guidance for employers. Ireland will be one of the first countries in Europe to introduce such a scheme, though similar measures are available in Australia.

Claddagh Credit Union supporting the young people of Galway

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

After the last few years with covid and lockdowns, it has become apparent that more and more young people are requiring medium to longer term counselling due to the complexity of the issues or challenges they are facing in their lives.

Residence Hotel and 1520 teams take on spin bike challenge for Jigsaw

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

On Sunday, August 6, the team at Residence Hotel and 1520 will take part in an important Spin Bike Challenge to raise awareness and funds for crucial youth mental health charity Jigsaw.

Discover the magic of an outdoor wedding at County Arms Hotel

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Located in the heart of Ireland and voted Offaly’s Top-Rated Venue in 2022, the County Arms Hotel is proudly known for unforgettable and bespoke weddings. Featuring uniquely stunning backdrops for your big day photographs, a walled garden and original gazebo to name a few, the County Arms Hotel has now created the missing piece to make your Summer Wedding even more special: the new Outdoor Ceremony Pavilion, located in the charming walled garden.

But our exceptional facilities are just part of the equation at County Arms Hotel. All the magic experienced on your Big Day is a result of a highly experienced and dedicated team who goes above and beyond to provide you and your wedding guests with an amazing & unforgettable day. From start to finish, no stone is left unturned.

Race week off to a flying start

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

The eyes of the racing world are on Galway this week, as attendance figures are eagerly awaited by many involved in the industry. Almost 117,000 people attended over the seven days in 2022, and any decrease on this figure for the 2023 festival would be in contrast to overall attendance figures at race meetings for the first six months of this year. Statistics released recently by Horse Racing Ireland show a 7.6% increase in attendances for the first half of 2023, compared to the same period in 2022.

Glitz and glamour takes the lead - Prom to Paddock at Salthill Hotel returns

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

From resplendent glamour to high-risk-high-rewards horse racing, the return of the Galway Races sees visors replace umbrellas, stilettos ousting runners and whimsy and adrenaline taking over from ordinary life. There is no better event to punctuate the transition that Galway, and its people go through each August, than Prom to Paddock at Salthill Hotel, which returned this year after a three year hiatus.

Style stakes were high at Racing for Rosabel

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Galway Race week is in full swing and as always, the style did not disappoint. The only place to be to kick off the week was the Connacht Hotel where Racing for Rosabel in aid of Rosabel’s Rooms was back for its sixth year.

Make sure your style is in the winner’s enclosure with Stitches

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Race Week is upon us, so racegoers can give new life to their wardrobes ahead of the stylefest that descends on Ballybrit this week.

Best tip — Go racing in comfort by booking at The Arches

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Overcome the hassle of getting to and from Ballybrit or worrying about where you are going to have your pre-race of post-race meal, by taking a look at the fantastic offering at The Arches Hotel in Claregalway.

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