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Five Galway natives aged over 100 years feature in an acclaimed new Irish documentary set for release this week. Margaret Kelly, Mary Kilroy, Kathleen Fosdike, Madge Fanning and Winifred Anderson feature in Older Than Ireland along with 25 other Irish men and women aged 100 years and over, who share their memories in this charming, funny… Read more »
It will come a surprise to many that astronomy was invented in Ireland. A talk, taking place next week in Galway will outline how Ireland has played a central role in astronomy and its study for many years. Ireland’s best known astronomer, David Moore will look at Ireland’s role in the study of astronomy. Astronomy… Read more »
Executive Helicopters, the preferred tenderer for the Aran Islands air service has stressed that helicopters are safe to fly in all weather conditions. The company issued a statement this week regarding the controversial public service obligations air contract to the islands, which has been the subject of opposition by islanders who wish to see the… Read more »
A feasibility study into the use of Galway Airport has recommended that the future of the site lies in the development of a creative campus centred around the film industry. The long-awaited study outlines key recommendations for the use of the Carnmore site, taking into account recent economic and market conditions. As well as recommending… Read more »
Tank Runs Dry For Seniors In Second Half SHC RD4 Kenny Park Sep 19th Carnmore 1–15 Leitrim/Kilnadeema 1–23 Carnmore emerged from Galway’s annual summer championship hiatus determined to claim their first win in the 2015 campaign against a Kilnadeema side who were also in search of the same prize. As per usual in Galway many… Read more »
Bridge is said to be the Rolls Royce of card games, offering the suspense of poker and the excitement of athletic sports in a social setting. It is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world due to its unending variety. It is the most stimulating, most fascinating,and most challenging of all card games…. Read more »
Childhood Cancer Foundation is launching the second annual Light it Up Gold Galway campaign with a candlelit vigil walk this Sunday. The group will gather at 6pm in Eyre Square and walk to Spanish Arch. The Athenry Youth Choir, Youth Ballet West, and professional dancer Stephanie DuFresne will perform, and there will be stilt walkers, balloon,… Read more »
A VIP fanfare will mark the launch of the brand new Monopoly board for County Galway, on October 2nd—but which county or city landmark will be revealed as The Mayfair of Galway? Galway Bay, Galway Races and Kylemore Abbey are considered to be the three in the running to land the top coveted Monopoly square…. Read more »
Claregalway Historical & Cultural Society presents and all local Talent Showcase with The Talent of Claregalway District in the Claregalway Hotel on Thursday, September 24th commencing at 8pm. Tickets are available from Committee Members: Pat Coen, Niall Davitt, P.F. Duggan, Mike Hession, Seoirse Morris, Brendan Noonan, Malachy Qualter and from Clare Horgan (086) 777 8217, Tom… Read more »
Planning approval for Apple’s multi million euro data centre in Athenry has been described as a “game changer”. Galway County Council’s decision to grant permission for the €850m development, which will create 300 jobs, has been warmly welcomed. Labour Senator Lorraine Higgins who described it as a game changer said, “As a native of Athenry… Read more »
Galway is bracing itself for the arrival of the highest tides the city has seen in over eighteen years, with serious risk of flooding predicted this month. The high tides are expected from Sunday 27th of September. Preparations have already begun to protect the city and the new aquadam will be deployed at the Spanish Arch in… Read more »
Sincere sympathy to the Connolly Family, Gortadooey, on the passing of Gerry recently. The death has occurred of Gerry Connolly, Gortadooey, Claregalway and formerly of Ballybrit, Castlegar, Galway. Gerry Mhary Mháire Sheáinín, 12th September 2015, peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family. Sadly missed by his loving wife Carmel, loving daughters, Elaine and Karen, sisters, Maura, Sarah and… Read more »
Beautiful photo taken this evening by Marie Dempsey at 7pm while saying the Rosary at the Grotto in Claregalway Church.
