Electronic devices are gathering dust in Galway, reveals WEEE survey

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Seventy per cent of electronic devices are not being recycled or returned to the circular economy across Galway, new data reveals.

KATS to hold its annual theatre show next week

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

KATS (Knocknacarra Amateur Theatre Society) will stage its theatre show in the Galway Bay Hotel from Tuesday, December 3 to Thursday, December 5.

Phone signal issues in new Portiuncula ward block, health forum hears

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Using mobile phones inside the state of the art newly opened 50-bed ward block at Portiuncula Hospital is proving problematic, the HSE regional health forum was told on Tuesday.

Women arrested after bombs and cocaine found in Menlough raid

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

As part of ongoing investigations targeting organised criminal activity in County Galway, Gardaí arrested three women and seized six improvised explosive devices, €20,000 worth of cocaine and €9,000 worth of cannabis during a search of a residential property at Menlough, Ballinasloe, Co Galway on Sunday.

Taken over nursing homes are now on open market, Health Forum is told

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Two nursing homes in Galway which the HSE took over in summer are currently on the open market for eventual purchase by a private provider, the HSE Regional Health Forum was told yesterday.

Take a Winter Solstice Dip at Dawn and help tackle homelessness

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Make the most of the shortest day of the year and join Galway Simon Community for a Dip at Dawn this Winter Solstice and support those facing the trauma of homelessness across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon.

Staggering increase in Galway house prices and rents legacy of this Government, says O’Hara

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Daft.ie rental and house price figures show that since the last General Election average house prices in County Galway have increased by over €90,000, while average rents in the County have increased by over €600 per month.

O’Reilly welcomes consultation on safe pedestrian and cycling link to Oranmore train station

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Senator Pauline O’Reilly has welcomed the opening of a public consultation on the pedestrian and cycleway route from Oranmore town centre to the train station.

Gráinne Seoige advocates for accessible childcare solutions in Galway

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Fianna Fáil General Election candidate for Galway West, Grainne Seoige, has pledged to prioritise helping parents across Galway with pressing childcare challenges.

Residencies to unite art, science, and community in Galway's 'The Air We Share' initiative

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

In conjunction with Galway City Council, Galway Arts Centre announced the awarding of three art commissions under an innovative new artist-in-residence programme. The programme supports artists in engaging with the communities of Galway City’s Westside and creatively responding to scientific research on air quality and climate conducted by local citizens and climate scientists from the University of Galway.

Galway-based VERSONO Medical enrols first patients in pivotal study

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Parkmore-based VERSONO® Medical Ltd has begun enrolling patients in the FREEFLOW pivotal study for its FastWire System. FastWire is a truly disruptive technology designed to quickly access previously untreatable complex blockages in arteries, increasing success rates and reducing risk of amputations via endovascular techniques.

Update on impact of Storm Bert across county Galway

Sun, Nov 24, 2024

Following our communication on Friday regarding Storm Bert, we provide the following update on its impact across County Galway:

Major cocaine seizure in east of city

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Three men have been arrested by Galway Divisional Drug Squad in Doughiska, with a large quantity of hidden cocaine found nearby, including machinery for packaging drugs on an industrial scale.

Next government must be ready to act swiftly with ring road project, says Connolly

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

John Connolly, Fianna Fáil election candidate and city councillor, says he has sought a commitment from Tánaiste, Micheál Martin to ensure that if Fianna Fáil form part of the next Government that the Galway Ring Road project will be included in the next Programme for Government.

City Council unveils plan to enhance night-time economy

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Galway City Council has launched its first Night-Time Economy (NTE) Action Plan 2024-2025 – an innovative pilot initiative to engage young people in the night-time economy.

UHG launches annual ‘Sponsor a Christmas Tree Light’

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The Children’s Remembrance Day Committee in UHG has launched its annual ‘Sponsor a Christmas Tree Light’ 2024. The sale of lights was officially launched by Santa Claus. A light can be sponsored on the Christmas tree at University Hospital Galway in memory of the deceased or as a gift to a loved one. These lights give families an opportunity to remember their loved ones in a special way over the festive season.

St James’ launch Healthy Club Programme

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

On Saturday, November 16, St James’ GAA and St James’ LGFA launched their Irish Life Healthy Club Programme in Teach Cumann Pa Grealish in Mervue.

The committee were joined by members of both clubs, along with members of neighbouring soccer clubs and the local active retirement group. As part of the launch, a walk around the main GAA pitch took place with lots of smiles during the miles.

We need a Galway City Taskforce, says Kyne

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The establishment of a dedicated Galway City Taskforce would be positive news that would be broadly welcomed, a Fine Gael General Election candidate has said.

Galway Simon Community appeals for help to prevent the trauma of homelessness this Christmas

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

No one should be without a home. Galway Simon Community is deeply concerned about the number of people experiencing homelessness in the West this winter. The charity has issued an urgent appeal ahead of Christmas, asking people to support them to help prevent people across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon from experiencing the trauma of homelessness.

OCC Construction wins Industrial Contractor of the Year Award for Shannon Airport development

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Galway-based OCC Construction’s development for The Shannon Airport Group has been awarded the Industrial Project of the Year at the Irish Construction Industry Awards (ICIA). This recognition highlights OCC Construction’s continued commitment to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, marking yet another proud achievement for the company, which has been honoured for outstanding work on other projects in recent years.

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