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The Social Democrats have selected Councillor Ebhlín Seoighthe to contest the Galway West constituency in the upcoming general election.

“A river mouth opening upon one of the finest natural harbours would seem to offer an ideal situation for a town or trading station.” These were the first words written in Professor Mary Donovan O’Sullivan’s very important history Old Galway, which would indicate her surprise that such a fine location would not have attracted a Norse settlement. Water, in the form of the sea, the river and the many streams, was a major factor in the development of the town of Galway from when the Anglo Norman invaders settled and built their castle and town.

Oranmore’s drama group Bualadh Bos will perform the one-act play Adrift by George Infini. This dark comedy centres on three men who must put aside their differences after being set adrift after a failed mutiny, and await rescue.

BY DECLAN VARLEY

Cairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge gathered for their annual vibrant summer barbecue, better known as the Fulacht Fia Chairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge. This bilingual event was sponsored by Cairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge: Stewart Construction, KD Autoparts, Galway Executive Skillnet and winners of Gradam 2024, Lally Tours. Míle buíochas leo ar fad.

The new exhibition, Surrounded by Stone, Galway: 1100 BC – AD 1750 was last week officially launched at Galway City Museum. The opening was performed by Lynn Scarff, Director of the National Museum of Ireland. Other speakers at the event included the Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr. Eddie Hoare, Chief Executive of Galway City Council, Leonard Cleary and the Director of the Galway City Museum, Eithne Verling.

Athlone native Alanna Egan prominently features in the launch of a new rare disease awareness campaign entitled ‘I Am Number 17’.

March 9-16 is Irish Astronomy Week and Galway Public Libraries will have a number of talks taking place in the city and county to mark the occasion. All events are free of charge and open to the public, but booking is recommended.