I have just come in from a walk around the garden with himself. Lambs bleating and horses’ hooves thundering in the fields next to us. Bindweed, my nemesis, beckoning me to linger longer looting the weeds from their well rooted beds. Such is the typical evening of our Lockdown 2020 lifestyle here @ChezWise in Cloon… Read more »
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The death has occurred of Evelyn Fenton (née Concannon)Gortadooey, Claregalway, Galway, H91 AX8F Peacefully at UHG surrounded by her loving family. Sadly missed by her loving husband Brendan, son Declan, daughters Edel, Brenda, Caroline and Rebecca, son-in-law Julian, her mother Josie (Abbert, Abbeyknockmoy). Brothers, Padraic, John, and Thomas, sisters, Mary, Julie, Kathleen and Veronica, neighbors and… Read more »
Dr. Ronan Glynn is the eldest child of George and Mary Glynn of Lydican, Oranmore, Co., Galway, the owners of the well known ‘Glynns Fruit & Veg’ business, servicing the west of Ireland and beyond, over the last 50 years plus. Dr. Glynn graduated in UCD in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy…. Read more »
Print | Share The death has occurred of Patrick (Paukie) HigginsCarnmore Cross, Oranmore, Galway Peacefully at his daughter Donna’s home. Deeply mourned and sadly missed by his loving children Donna, Colin, Kyle and Barry and by their mother Sharon , his parents Martin and Mary, brother John, sisters Marion and Bridie, son-in-law Shane, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces,… Read more »
Galway County Council commenced the preparation of the 2022-2028 County Development Plan on the 18th June 2020, a process which must be completed within two years, by May 2022. The new County Development Plan will set out the strategy for the future planning and sustainable development of County Galway up to 2028 and beyond. The first of three public consultation… Read more »
The death has taken place of Pat Cooley, Cantaney, Turloughmore, Co. Galway and formerly of Kilskeagh, Athenry, Co. Galway. Died peacefully at his residence after a short illness on Thursday 25th June. Predeceased by his father Patrick Cooley and his mother in-law Kathleen Murray. Deeply missed by his heartbroken wife Denise, mother Kathleen, brothers Joe,… Read more »
The death has occurred of Bridie Brennan (née Long)Liskeavy, Milltown, Galway / Tuam, Galway Peacefully at her home, in her 103 rd year.Predeceased by her husband Michael Joe, Bridie will be greatly missed by her loving children, Sr. Margaret H.R.S, Sean, Tommie, Gabriel, Teresa, Oliver, Christina, Michael, Marian, Philomena, Jarlath and Gerry, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren,… Read more »
In March 2018, we said goodbye to plastic in our boxes for good – we were the first company to do that in Ireland. We sourced compostable plant based bags, we launched our ‘Plastic Free’ shopping aisle and we made a commitment to never include any plastic wrapped produce in any of our set boxes… Read more »
Featuring local woman Máire Kavanagh of Cregboy. June 1950, and the weather was beautiful. The little girl hadn’t seen her father since the day she made her First Communion. She was looking forward to seeing him on this particular day. He was a Garda and was based in Oughterard Station with the family living in… Read more »
The death has occurred of Thomas Keaney (Snr)Waterdale, Claregalway, Galway Thomas Keaney (Snr), Waterdale, Claregalway, Co Galway. June 15th 2020. Predeceased by his wife Freda. Sadly missed by his family Thomas, Mary, Freda and Sean. grandchildren Christopher, James, Lisa, Enda, Kevin, Katie and Patrick, great-grandchildren Jasmine, Troy, Ruben, Emily, C J, Corey, Chloe, Levi, Lauren, Alex… Read more »
When nothing makes sense, nature will make sense. Back in the days before top hats on the bridge of Ashford Castle, the locals (and I consider myself a local) could enjoy a walk around the grounds without having to hand over a tenner to do so. It was a therapeutic local gem and I would… Read more »
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- “The people, young & older, accept all newcomers”
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- “The newsletter”
- “The flower show”
- “Countryside, community, castle, church, culture and close to Galway city”
- “The People”
- “The big road”
- “The lovely people”
- “Friendly faces”
- “The Drama Festival”
- “Sunday market”
- “The traffic (!)”
- “It’s close to the Motorway”
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- “Summerfield for a few pints”
- “Community spirit”
- “It’s perfect for families”
- “The horseshoe walk”
- “It’s a perfect little village”
- “Starry skied nights”
- “The trees in Rockwood”
- “Claregalway Castle”
- “The view in Montiagh”
- “Walking by the river”
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