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McDonagh’s, a Galway treasure
Patrick McDonagh from Galway was born in 1817 and married Sarah Cooney. They had a son Michael who married Peggy Wallace in 1870, and they in turn had a son Colman in 1875. He had a habit of whispering in people's ears and so became known as ‘Cogar’. In 1902, he moved from Carraroe to Galway and rented stores at the back of the Spanish Arch from Peter Greene. From there, he began to sell coal, carrying it on a horse and cart.
Olympic Boxing Club continues to thrive
When the question is asked, John Mongan’s vision about what can be achieved is clear. The Olympic Boxing Club is thriving, but what can be accomplished in the coming few years?
Olympic Boxing Club continues to thrive
When the question is asked, John Mongan’s vision about what can be achieved is clear. The Olympic Boxing Club is thriving, but what can be accomplished in the coming few years?
Higgins’ Garage
In 1912, WP Higgins, working from his base in Athenry, went to Cork city to meet Henry Ford to ask him for the Ford dealership. It marked the start of a great business partnership between a business legend and Higgins' Garage.
McLaughlin scoops four gongs at IPPVA awards
Westport based photographer Micheal McLaughlin headed home from the The Irish Professional Photographers and Videographers Association (IPPVA) awards last Sunday night with four awards for his work.
Burkeway Group announces opening of their newest hotel in Galway City – The Snug Townhouse
The Snug Townhouse is an exciting addition to Galway and offers a variety of perfectly sized rooms for the modern visitor who wants to spend time exploring all that Galway City has to offer.
Connacht Fleadh Cheoil 2023 awarded to Ballina
The Connacht Council of Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Éireann has awarded the 2023 Connacht Fleadh to Ballina to coincide with the 300th centenary of the town.
A man who brought wonder to the kitchen tables
Although, I am sure he would chuckle his famous chuckle at the notion, the late Billy Horan brought more wonder to the homes and families of South Mayo than Walt Disney ever managed. For a few hours every week, his work brought the people of his place to a standstill, sat at the kitchen table, papers spread wide, fingers thumbing through the district notes detailing the beautiful structures that make up community life.
