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Coronavirus: 3 Covid-19 deaths, no new Galway cases
Three more deaths of people with Covid-19 have been reported to the Department of Health today, along with 47 more confirmed cases. The death toll...Traffic in Galway city up almost 50% in May
Traffic on one of the busiest routes in Galway City went up nearly 50 percent in May according to the data from Transport Infrastructure...Public asked to be ‘Citizen Scientists’ in national hedgehog survey
One of Ireland's favourite animals - the hedgehog - is the subject of a new national survey led by researchers at NUIG and the...Galway scientists develop new drone to fight COVID-19
A new drone has been developed by scientists at NUIG which can sanitise surfaces in public places to help fight the spread of the...
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Coronavirus: 3 Covid-19 deaths, no new Galway cases
Three more deaths of people with Covid-19 have been reported to the Department of Health today, along with 47 more confirmed cases. The death toll...Galway scientists develop new drone to fight COVID-19
A new drone has been developed by scientists at NUIG which can sanitise surfaces in public places to help fight the spread of the...Black Lives Matter protest to go ahead on Saturday despite GARN pulling out
A demonstration in solidarity with Black Lives Matter will go ahead on Saturday at 2pm, despite Galway Anti-Racism Network's statement earlier today saying their...Coronavirus: 8 more deaths across Republic & small increase in Galway cases
A further eight deaths related to COVID-19 have been confirmed this evening, taking the death toll in the Republic of Ireland to 1,658. Just 10...GMIT wraps up project that made 10,000 face shields for healthcare workers
While colleges may be closed, their highly skilled staff have kept at work in the Covid-19 crisis, with GMIT producing over 10,000 face shields...
- Sport
Unlikely meeting between GAA and FC Barcelona in live discussion
A live discussion tomorrow will see the GAA and Barça Foundation explore sport’s role in developing life skills during COVID-19. The event, hosted by NUI Galway...Galway GAA keeps the love of the game alive with creative competition
It's been a testing time for GAA fans around the country, with sports come to a halt and a ways to go yet before...Tour de Conamara 2020 cycling event cancelled
The 2020 ŠKODA Tour de Conamara cycling event that takes place in Clifden each year has been cancelled due to uncertainty caused by the...Galway GAA legends ‘on call’ for people cocooning
One thing this pandemic has brought to the forefront has been a strong community spirit of looking out for other people, especially those who...
- Courts
Man due in court over alleged hijacking in Ballybane
A man is due before Galway District Court today for allegedly hijacking a car with the driver inside in Galway City at the weekend. Gardaí...Man brought to special court sitting over Ballinasloe stabbing
A man has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Ballinasloe which sent three people to the hospital on Sunday.Thieves used crowbar to smash their way into Clarinbridge pharmacy
A group of three thieves used a crowbar to break down the front door of a pharmacy in Clarinbridge and steal...Sentencing delayed for man who sexually assaulted woman in her sleep
Final sentencing for a man who sexually assaulted a woman in her sleep has been adjourned for the probation service to...Bench warrant issued for man who drunkenly threatened garda and his family
A Bench Warrant has been issued for a man who told the garda arresting him for being dangerously drunk in public...
- Business
Workplace bullying costs economy €239 million a year NUIG study suggests
Workplace bullying costs the Irish economy €239 million a year in lost productivity a new study from NUI Galway has suggested. Statistical research examining the...Covid-19 restart grants of up to €10k now available for small businesses
Small businesses can now avail of the Covid-19 restart grants, applications for which opened this week. The €250 million Covid-19 Restart Grants scheme was announced...Galway Chamber calls for expansion of commercial rates waiver
Galway Chamber is calling on the government to expand the commercial rates waiver to last longer, and include some businesses which have stayed open...New app lets pubs and restaurants do business in COVID-era
An Irish tech duo have launched a new app that will allow pubs, restaurants, gyms and other outlets to open and do business in...
- Lifestyle
McDonald’s reopening two Galway branches today
McDonald's is reopening two drive-thru restaurants in Galway today as the fast food chain brings 20 more Irish branches back to life nationwide. The two...World Cup of Galway Restaurants: It’s time to vote in the remaining two groups!
The last 16 restaurants will go head to head on Facebook and Twitter starting tomorrow - but first it's time to choose your favourite...World Cup of Galway Restaurants and Takeaways – Group E!
The last 16 is closing in - just three more groups remain. But first we must vote for our favourites in Group E! Shake Dog...World Cup of Galway Restaurants continues with Group E!
Giovanni's and Venice Restaurant have progressed from Group B and join the likes of Xi'An Street Food and Woozza in the last 16 -...
- Weather
Temperatures to soar to 29°C in parts of Galway!
Warm and sunny weather looks set to dominate this week and into the Bank Holiday Weekend, as Met Éireann forecasts temperatures as high as...Status Orange gale warning for rough seas in the west
Today has seen heavy winds prompting weather warnings across Ireland, but conditions are even worse on the water, with gale force winds along the...Weather warning extended into Friday night
A Status Yellow weather warning for heavy winds in Galway over the next day has been extended by Met Eireann, and added more counties...Status yellow weather warning issued for Galway
A Status Yellow weather warning for heavy winds has been issued for Galway and Mayo. The weather warning forecasts that all through Thursday night and...Weekend weather: Cloudy with scattered rain
Galway isn't forecast to enjoy another weekend of sunny, summer style weather this weekend, as people can expected cloudy conditions and scattered rain. Tonight will...
- Culture
Entries open for Galway Film Fleadh Pitching Competition
Entries are now being accepted for the Galway Film Fleadh Pitching Competition - which will take place as an online event this year due...Tuam’s Mall Theatre approved for renovation works
Planning permission has been granted for an overhaul of The Mall theatre in Tuam to remove and replace its awkward tower style roof section. The...Andy’s trial begins and Caitríona stoops lower than ever on Ros na Rún
Caitríona goes from one desperate act to the next to stay afloat, Noreen is horrified by an unexpected visitor, and it's time for Andy...Galway City holding virtual 2020 Africa Day
Despite the restrictions brought on by Covid-19, Galway City will still be celebrating Africa Day next week with an online showing of music and...Over the Edge open mic night heads online with Zoom gathering
The arts community in Galway is staying strong and connected, even in physical isolation, with the Over the Edge Open Mic night going online...
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Irish Traveller elected to NUI Galway governing body for first time
An Irish Traveller has been elected to NUI Galway's Údarás na hOllscoile for the first time.
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