Galway’s school children showcase their favourite wildlife through art

Thu, May 25, 2023

An art competition open to all school children in Galway was recently launched by BirdWatch Ireland and Galway County Council which tasked the children to create artwork of their favourite local wildlife. The results are a visual feast of a wide variety of stunning wildlife that inhabit our countryside and seas as well as a fascinating insight into the birds and mammals that resonate most with children. Some of the popular choices, such as Barn Owl are expected favourites, but there are lots of surprises in there too.

Halve asylum seeker waiting times for work, says McNelis

Thu, May 25, 2023

Labour Party City Councillor Niall Mc Nelis has said Government must move to halve the waiting times to work for those seeking international protection in Ireland.

Aughrim clergyman ‘happ-pea’ for Malawi farmers this Christian Aid Week

Thu, May 25, 2023

An Aughrim clergyman is celebrating the success of farming communities in southern Malawi who have seen their lives transformed after receiving a fairer price for their pigeon pea crop.

New study advances understanding of how stem cells function in an intact animal

Thu, May 25, 2023

A new study by a research team in the Centre for Chromosome Biology, University of Galway has described the developmental potential of adult stem cells in cnidarian Hydractinia - a creature which is a close relative of jellyfish.

Cnidarians are a group of animals that includes corals and jellyfish, and unlike most of its allies, Hydractinia can be easily grown in the laboratory.

Moycullen Musical Society thrill the audiences at AIMS choral festival

Thu, May 25, 2023

Moycullen Musical Society (MMS) participated in three competitions at the AIMS Choral Festival in New Ross on Sunday 21 May 2023. A group of 24 singers, one musical director and a pianist had an absolute ball as they sang to judges who adjudicated on over 50 choirs of different shapes and sizes over an intense weekend.

Chaotic days of GUBU scandal to be recalled in Galway interview with Harry McGee

Thu, May 25, 2023

BY DECLAN VARLEY
The bizarre scenario of the GUBU scandal that engulfed Irish politics in 1982 will be discussed in Galway next week when Galway-native journalist Harry McGee will be interviewed on stage in front of a live audience.

The bizarre scenario of the GUBU scandal that engulfed Irish politics in 1982 will be discussed in Galway next week when Galway-native journalist Harry McGee will be interviewed on stage in front of a live audience.

The women of Galway who are trying to right the world’s wrongs

Thu, May 25, 2023

The concluding ‘action day’ meeting of ‘Women Together for a Better World’ development course took place in Ballybane Library, this Tuesday, May 23, seeing a diverse group of Galway’s women meeting to discuss the challenges they face and how to confront and change them.

Launch of Galway Hooker ‘Meaircín Joe’ in historic partnership with King’s Head Bar

Thu, May 25, 2023

The King’s Head Bar in Galway has announced its partnership with the rebuilt Galway Hooker ‘Meaircín Joe,’ marking a significant milestone in preserving Ireland’s rich maritime heritage. The alliance was struck on Friday evening at the Claddagh Basin when the King’s Head Bar officially launched the vessel, sending it off to the open sea amid a very Galway get together to mark the occasion.

Tiny Traders brings market back to Spanish Arch for first time in nearly a century

Thu, May 25, 2023

Beloved Galway market, Tiny Traders, is set to call the city’s historic heartland home upon its return to trading this weekend, beginning Friday, May 26, until Sunday, May 28.

Delight for sports fans as Tuam Stadium finally gets long-awaited facelift

Thu, May 25, 2023

BY Declan Varley
Galway GAA have announced that works on the refurbishment and reroofing of the stand at Tuam Stadium will commence next month.

Lodging of planning application for new Bish welcomed

Thu, May 25, 2023

The lodging of the planning application for the new school for The Bish with Galway City Council has been welcomed by a city councillor.

No firm date for beginning of Tuam excavation, says Children’s Minister

Thu, May 25, 2023

It is not possible to construct a schedule of works for the excavation and recovery of children’s remains at the site of the former Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Children’s Minister Roderic O’Gorman said this week when he appointed experienced envoy Daniel MacSweeney as the director to oversee the project.

Five years on, word of mouth has clients flocking to OxyGeneration

Thu, May 25, 2023

It is that time of year when sport is at its zenith, when on hardening pitches all around the country, people are running into each other at speed and suffering injuries that require healing. In other spheres, people are recovering from illness; from the treatment of that illness and suffering because of the slowness of that progress.

Cheevers calls for new access to rear of Roscam estates

Thu, May 18, 2023

Fianna Fáil Councillor Alan Cheevers has called on Galway City Council to apply for funding to the Department of Transport for a new access at the back of Roscam estates.

SmartBay Family Day to be held in Spiddal

Thu, May 18, 2023

The Marine Institute and BlueWise Marine are proud to present the SmartBay Family Fun Day 2023, as part of this year’s European Maritime Day event “In My Country” taking place on Saturday May 27 from 11am in Stiúideo Cuan, Spiddal (H91 FT67).

Join Safe Home Ireland for the inaugural National Famine Way challenge

Thu, May 18, 2023

Safe Home Ireland, the Emigrant support service in Ireland, whose patron is President Michael D Higgins, recently announced details of a Fundraising Walk, The Long Road Home – Ag Siúl le Chéile.

Free legal advisory evening on importance of making a will

Thu, May 18, 2023

On Thursday next May 25 a free legal advisory evening on the importance of making a Will and the practical steps to take in order to make a Will, will be delivered by Helena McGrath, M.G. Ryan & Co. LLP Solicitors. The advisory evening will take place from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm in The Connacht Hotel, Dublin Road.

Celebrate twenty years with Redeemed Christian Church of God Bethel Parish

Thu, May 18, 2023

RCCG Bethel Parish is a part of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, arguably the fastest growing church in the world today, with more than 6000 parishes around the world and over three million members.

Last chance to buy ticket to support Enable Ireland children’s centre in Galway

Thu, May 18, 2023

Time is running out to enter an exciting raffle in support of our local Enable Ireland children’s centre in Galway.

Fifteen year old Craughwell sailor Roisin is hoping for glory in Poland

Thu, May 18, 2023

A 15 years old third year student in Oranmore has recently qualified to represent Ireland in the 420 Junior European Competition to held in Poland this summer.

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