'Unacceptable that child with severed finger is turned away from GUH,' says TD

Wed, Jul 05, 2023

A TD has described as completely unacceptable the turning away of a teenage boy, who had severed part of his finger in an accident, from Galway University Hospital (GUH) because overnight emergency surgery was not available and, crucially, because there were no trolleys available.

Major public projects should have Town Hall-style debates, says councillor

Wed, Jul 05, 2023

Major infrastructural projects to be built across the city should always be preceded by Town-Hall-style public meetings where residents can ask questions about the impact on their lives, a city councillor has stated.

Connacht Hospitality Group Giddy for the Races with Lots of Fun Planned

Tue, Jul 04, 2023

The Connacht Hospitality Group are ready for a fantastic Galway Races Summer Festival, and they are offering lots of amazing events, offerings, and exciting entertainment throughout the seven days.

Cairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge enjoy Fulacht Fia in heart of the Gaeltacht

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

The Fulacht Fia Chairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge took place in Builín Blasta in Ceardlann an Spidéil last week. It was the Fulacht Fia’s first time to move outside of Galway city and it was a great success. During the event, Cairde Gaillimh le Gaeilge enjoyed strolling among the beautiful craft shops in the Ceardlann. The wonderful Emer Killian and her fantastic team served delicious food, (all as Gaeilge) the guests were entertained with excellent music by Mike Stewart and Maria Fahy.

Bernadette Mullarkey, Cathaoirleach Ghaillimh le Gaeilge welcomed the new Mayor of Galway City, Cllr Eddie Hoare to the Cairde Fulacht Fia. The Deputy Mayor of Galway City, Cllr Dónal Lyons was also in attendance as well as Cllr Terry O’Flaherty, Cllr Frank Fahy and Cllr Alan Cheevers. She also thanked all of the funding organisations who have supported Gaillimh le Gaeilge.

Two years after serious crash, Cannon says thanks by cycling through every county for Hand in Hand

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Two years after a serious cycling accident from which he was lukcy to emerge with his life, Galway East TD Ciaran Cannon is to cycle through every county in a bid to show solidarity with the hundreds of cyclists who are injured on Irish roads every year.

Progress being made on Ballyloughane beach toilets

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Cllr Terry O’Flaherty has confirmed that progress is being made on finalising plans to provide new automated toilet facilities at Ballyloughane Beach.

Galway City Council are in advanced talks with Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water) on what the project will entail, and to establish how much it will cost.

University of Galway to lead European consortium developing treatments for rare eye diseases

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

A consortium of 10 European academic, clinical and enterprise partners led by University of Galway has been formed in a special project to test new treatments for rare eye diseases.

€6.5 million in government funding for Galway universities

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Over €6.5 million in government funding has been allocated to the University of Galway and the Atlantic Technological University (ATU) for initiatives to support students with disabilities and invest in necessary upgrades. €4,043,043 has been allocated across the ATU campuses, with €2,489,624 being allocated to the University of Galway.

Chief Whip, Minister Hildegarde Naughton, welcomed the investment and said it would facilitate changes that would make a huge difference to attending students.

Liberty IT creates 100 jobs and new hub in Portershed

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Liberty IT has expanded its presence across Ireland with a new hub in the heart of Galway’s innovation space, PorterShed. As part of its growth plan, the industry leader in digital innovation has also announced the creation of 100 new jobs.

Magic of Galway Garden Festival at Claregalway Castle this weekend

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

The 2023 Galway Garden Festival will take place this weekend Sat-Sun July 1-2, at Claregalway Castle. This unique and charming event has something for all and is a wonderful gathering of Ireland’s best rare and special plant traders, expert speakers, artisan food and craft producers, as well as a host of musical entertainment and open-air performance. Entertainment includes a delightful new show by ‘Yer Mans Puppets’ twice each day.

In between, enjoy the zany performances of Fanzini‘s captivating Circus. Nemo the Magician will be up to his usual tricks throughout the weekend. The Medieval Armed Combat Ireland team will be there to bring history to life.

Galway hotels and guesthouses appeal to politicians to not increase VAT on hospitality and tourism

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

I am writing on behalf of Galway hotels and guesthouses, representing 88 local businesses, to highlight our growing concerns about plans in September to increase consumer taxes on Irish hospitality and tourism.

Pension Promise Campaign meeting in Galway city on Monday

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

The Pension Promise Campaign is holding a meeting in Galway on Monday to call on the Government to honour the promise of a state pension rate of at least 34% of average earnings.

Clarinbridge’s newest Olympian returns to a hero’s welcome

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

The village of Clarinbridge was abuzz on Monday, June 26, as local residents prepared to welcome back one of Galway’s newest Olympians, 19-year-old Máire Connolly, fresh off her gold and bronze wins in gymnastics at the Special Olympics in Berlin last week.

Sceirde Rocks Windfarm to create Community Benefit Fund for Connemara

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

After being selected in Ireland’s first offshore wind auction, the Sceirde Rocks Windfarm has announced plans to provide an estimated €70 million of funding over 20 years to local communities through a new Community Benefit Fund.

McNelis calls for greater investment in soccer in Galway

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Labour City Councillor Niall Mc Nelis has urged greater investment in soccer in Galway, saying that it lags behind in terms of government investment, despite being the most popular team sport in the county.

Finger food and fine tunes planned for Banshees official pub opening

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Rebuilt original set from blockbuster film, Banshees of Inisherin, JJ Devine's Pub is set to officially open this Saturday, July 1 at 7pm, with music, entertainment and finger food aplenty.

Galway Film Fleadh announces exciting programme for 35th edition

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

With new Irish cinema, award winning world cinema, short films, panels, discussions, and masterclasses, the 35th edition of the Galway Film Festival will bring powerful, moving, funny and provocative storytelling from both emerging and renowned filmmakers to Galway for the 35th edition of the Galway Film Fleadh.

Grealish tells Dáil work permit restrictions crippling Galway businesses

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Galway West Independent TD Noel Grealish has called in the Dáil for the simplification of the work permit system that allows workers from countries outside the EU to fill job roles in Galway and the rest of Ireland, in areas where there is a crippling shortage.

University of Galway and Galway International Arts Festival announce details of 2023 partnership

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

University of Galway and Galway International Arts Festival today announced details of their partnership for 2023, including an exclusive event for University alumni, the largest ever festival theatre being built on campus, and an education programme for the next generation of artists, arts managers and creative entrepreneurs.

Galway’s Traveller activists tell Government it’s ‘time to listen’

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

‘Time to end the structural inequalities experienced by the Traveller community. We deserve better’ was the opening tagline to the #travellerhomesnow round table event organised by Galway Traveller Movement focusing on the Traveller accommodation crisis in University of Galway on Monday, June 19

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