Award-winning author Kevin Barry to launch new novel in Kennys Bookshop

Thu, May 09, 2024

Bestselling and award-winning Irish author Kevin Barry will be at Kennys Bookshop in Liosbán on Thursday, May 30 for an event to celebrate the launch of his new novel, 'The Heart in Winter'.

'Love your Beach' returns to kick off National Biodiversity Week

Thu, May 09, 2024

'Love your Beach' will take place on 18 and 19 May and will kick off National Biodiversity Week this year with plenty of fun facts for all the community.

Cllr Alan Curran calls for ambitious redevelopment of Hunters Park in Rusheen

Thu, May 09, 2024

Councillor Alan Curran of the Social Democrats is calling for the redevelopment of council-owned Hunters Park in Rusheen into a community ecological park, linking the five existing woods, beaches, amenity, and community areas in the west of the city into an accessible nature trail.

The woman who refuses to be beaten by ME

Thu, May 09, 2024

"Is that a rub or a scrub?" Marie Curran's husband jokingly asks her when she washes the dishes. That simple chore can be a mammoth task for the 43-year-old Waterford woman who was diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) in 2012.

Galway Racecourse to partner with flat jockey Amy Jo Hayes

Wed, May 08, 2024

This year, as part of their Summer Festival line up, Galway Racecourse announced that they are partnering with flat jockey Amy Jo Hayes for 2024. The team at Galway Racecourse love to showcase and champion new ideas and talent for their iconic Summer Festival that takes place from Monday 29 July to Sunday 4 August.

Award-winning author Kevin Barry to launch new novel in Kennys Bookshop

Wed, May 08, 2024

Bestselling and award-winning Irish author Kevin Barry will be at Kennys Bookshop in Liosbán on Thursday, May 30 for an event to celebrate the launch of his new novel, ‘The Heart in Winter‘.

Cllr Alan Curran calls for ambitious redevelopment of Hunters Park

Wed, May 08, 2024

Councillor Alan Curran of the Social Democrats is calling for the redevelopment of council-owned Hunters Park in Rusheen into a community ecological park, linking the five existing woods, beaches, amenity, and community areas in the west of the city into an accessible nature trail.

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Wed, May 08, 2024

Firearm discharged in Ballybane
Gardaí in Galway are appealing for witnesses following the discharge of a firearm at a residential property in Castlepark, Ballybane on Wednesday, May 1 at approximately 11pm.

Havana seeks closer ties with Galway

Wed, May 08, 2024

Cuba’s ambassador to Ireland unveiled a new plaque in Galway last week celebrating historic links between the two island nations.

Rescue RIB vital for Corrib, Marine Casualty Investigation report recommends

Wed, May 08, 2024

Major gaps in safety cover for the city’s fast-flowing water courses have been highlighted by a damning report into an incident where two racing boats were lost on the River Corrib last year.

Invitational Tournament caps season of triumphs and community spirit for Maree Oranmore FC

Thu, May 02, 2024

Following on from their Invitational Tournament at the weekend and as the 2024 season unwinds, Maree Oranmore Football Club has accomplished some remarkable achievements, on and off the pitch. From securing league titles to nurturing the youngest talents in the academy, and driving the club’s most ambitious fundraiser to date, the “Win a Home in Oranmore” competition, Maree Oranmore FC has embodied the essence of teamwork, passion, and inclusivity.

Minister must intervene to reinstate vital bus route – Parsons

Thu, May 02, 2024

Local Cllr Evelyn Parsons has called on the Minister for Transport to immediately intervene in the reinstatement of a multi-stop bus services along the Galway-Ballinasloe-Dublin route. This follows the decision by the National Transport Authority not to introduce a new route to following Aircoach’s decision to cease operating on the route.

Ten years of remembering those who gave

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden had an event last Saturday in honour of its tenth anniversary, where hundreds gathered from across the country to remember and honour organ donors and their families.

Are you the ultimate Galway Races super fan?

Thu, May 02, 2024

After last year’s triumphant run, Galway Races have announced that applications are now open for their highly sought-after Brand Ambassador Programme 2024.

Tender issued for design of new elective hospital in Merlin Park – Naughton

Thu, May 02, 2024

The HSE has issued a ‘request for tender’ for Phase 1 of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park in Galway. This tender is for an architect-led design team to provide architectural, design and engineering services and for a Project Control Team to support the HSE to manage, control and administer the design/construction programme. The HSE intends that the teams will be in place in the summer.

Calling all Galway Girls to run the mini-marathon

Thu, May 02, 2024

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute are asking Galway girls to join their team for this year’s Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon on Sunday, June 2.

Inis Iron Meáin - The original island road race celebrates 20 years this year

Thu, May 02, 2024

Inis Iron Meáin 2024 will take place on the island of Inis Meáin in the Aran Islands this Saturday, May 4. Celebrating its 20th year, Inis Iron Meáin is the original island road race which continues to attract hundreds of runners and spectators each year to the incredibly scenic island, with a record number of 550 participants at last year’s race.

Mayoral Ball raises over €65k for local charities

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Galway City Charity Mayoral Ball which took place last Friday night in the Galmont Hotel, was a massive success raising over €65k for five local charities.

University of Galway reduces repeat exam fee by a third

Thu, May 02, 2024

University of Galway has announced a reduction to the fee for repeat examinations.

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Thu, May 02, 2024

Break-in in Salthill
Salthill Gardaí are investigating a burglary which occurred on Friday, April 26 between 12:30pm and 1:30pm in the Cnoc an Óir estate, Knocknacarra, Salthill.

Salthill Gardaí are investigating a burglary which occurred on Friday, April 26 between 12:30pm and 1:30pm in the Cnoc an Óir estate, Knocknacarra, Salthill.

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