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Salthill native appointed coordinator of city’s new Irish Language Plan

Michael Malone - August 1, 2021 0

Galway City native Micheál Óg Mac Aoidh has been appointed as the coordinator for the city’s new Irish Language Plan. In September the Salthill man...

Minister Malcolm Noonan visits Spanish Arch and Tirellan Castle to view works

Michael Malone - July 23, 2021 0

The Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform has visited Galway City to see works being carried out at the Spanish Arch and...

Public asked to contribute to Galway Barn Owl survey

Michael Malone - July 10, 2021 0

People in Galway are being asked to help with a survey on Barn Owls in the county which is being carried out this summer. BirdWatch...

Deadline extended for Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards nominations

Briain Kelly - May 28, 2021 0

The closing date to nominate entries for the Cathaoirleach's Community Awards has been extended to give more time to put forward those groups and...

Eight Galway beaches retain Blue Flags for 2021

Michael Malone - May 25, 2021 0

Eight beaches across Galway have retained their Blue Flag status for the 2021 bathing season which begins next week. Galway County Council retained blue flags...

Funding announced for ten biodiversity projects in Galway

Briain Kelly - May 25, 2021 0

Ten projects in Galway City and County meant to encourage local biodiversity among plants and animals have been awarded government funding. The city and county...

Mayor’s Awards celebrating community spirit next week

Briain Kelly - May 21, 2021 0

Over 75 groups and individuals will be recognised for their contribution to the community at the annual Galway City Mayor's Awards taking place via...

Africa Day to be celebrated virtually again this year

Michael Malone - May 18, 2021 0

Africa Day will be celebrated online again this year, as in-person events cannot take place due to the pandemic. Galway City Council and the Africa...

Light Ballet taking maiden voyage on the River Shannon

Briain Kelly - May 15, 2021 0

The stunning Light Ballet will light up the skies along the River Shannon this June as this floating installation makes its way along the...

New Galway initiative encourages people to help bees and pollinators

Michael Malone - April 19, 2021 0

A new initiative has been launched which allows people in Galway to take simple actions to help endangered bees and pollinators. The Pots for Pollinators...

Multi-million investment in Galway City infrastructure welcomed

Briain Kelly - March 14, 2021 0

The announcement earlier this week of more than €50 million worth of funding to invest in major infrastructure projects in Galway City has been...

Galway allocated €62.5 million for major infrastructure projects

Briain Kelly - March 12, 2021 0

Galway city and county have been awarded €62.5 million in funding from the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund for four major infrastructure projects. Minister for...

Galway City Mayor’s Awards to recognise exceptional year of volunteering

Michael Malone - February 22, 2021 0

The outstanding contributions that local volunteers, community groups and voluntary organisations have made in Galway city during the past year will be formally recognised...

Plans submitted for new museum on Inishbofin

Briain Kelly - January 16, 2021 0

Plans have been submitted to the county council for a new museum building on Inishbofin to replace the existing, aging premises. Marie Coyne is seeking...

€2 million allocated for new fire stations in Loughrea and Athenry

Briain Kelly - December 30, 2020 0

Funding to the tune of €2 million has been allocated for the construction of new fire stations in Athenry and Loughrea. The two Galway fire...

Plans for new 186 bedroom City Centre hotel

Briain Kelly - October 8, 2020 0

Planning permission is being sought for the constructions of a new hotel in Galway City Centre, down by the docks, with 186 bedrooms. Plans have...

Funding of €617,000 secured for Disabled Persons Grant Scheme in Galway

Michael Malone - September 9, 2020 0

Senator Sean Kyne has confirmed that funding of €617,362 has been secured for the Disabled Persons Grant Scheme in Galway. The Galway Senator said that...