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Keith Kelly sat in a Mayo courtroom anxiously awaiting his fate. He was appearing before the local judge on 11 charges. His solicitor gave him little reason for hope, saying more than likely he would end up in prison.

Born in Galway in 1892 to Thomas Griffin and Mary Kyne, Father Michael Griffin had a very nondescript childhood, attending public school before being ordained in 1917.

Father Griffin Road is named after the martyred Irish priest, Father Michael Griffin, who was involved in the War of Independence. This area is known for a lively, charming road that stretches from the Fire Station down to the Maxol Garage in Lower Salthill.

John Buckley, a Cork father of four, posted a letter and a package before Christmas to a 31-year-old prisoner serving a life sentence for murder in a Scottish jail.

If you’re looking for an exciting action-filled film in the mould of Heat (1995) or Point Break (1991), look elsewhere. What you will get with Kelly Reichardt’s Mastermind is another methodically paced, process-focused journey with a protagonist adrift from society.

Singer Damien Dempsey was formed by his north side Dublin roots, but he has reverberating west of Ireland connections too.

The storied church of St Oliver Plunkett in Renmore will mark its 50th year on Sunday, December 21, with special events open to all.

This week, Galway audiences have a rare opportunity to encounter a film that has already touched hearts across the country. Born That Way, the profoundly moving new documentary by awardwinning Corrandulla-based filmmaker Éamon Little, will receive two special hometown screenings at Nun’s Island Theatre — 8pm on Sunday, December 7, and 8pm on Wednesday, December 10. For those who cherish intimate, human-centred storytelling, these screenings promise an experience as reflective as it is transformative.

Maigh Cuilinn will travel to the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre on Saturday evening in search of something they have not produced since early October: a composed, 40-minute performance that withstands pressure and travels.

Eileen Collins from Luimnagh, Corrandulla became Galway’s newest centenarian over the weekend. Her landmark day, a well-kept secret was celebrated with family friends and neighbours last weekend at the Arches Hotel, Claregalway. Family travelled from near and far with the longest journey being made by her grandson Chris who travelled all the way from Brazil.