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The Medieval Tournament is making an unique comeback in Ireland next week. The first full-contact medieval tournament in Ireland for over 400 years took place at Claregalway Castle last year. This year it returns with a bigger international flavour at weekend of the 1st–2nd of October 2016 fro 12 noon–6pm each day. Armoured knights from… Read more »
A proposal to construct a major commercial development in Claregalway that would involve the demolition of a well-known public house and restaurant has been opposed by an individual with a Longford address who claims that it will add to the traffic congestion in the village. Planning permission has been granted for the demolition of the Summerfield… Read more »
Carnmore Hurling Club has joined forces with the Brothers of Charity to host their first fashion show in the Clayton Hotel on Thursday, October 27th. Profits will be split 50/50 on the night—and Carnmore club chairman Noel Grealish was particularly enthusiastic to be a part of the joint venture. “We’re delighted the club picked the Brothers… Read more »
The founder of a children’s charity travelled west on a day trip last week—to accept donations from fundraisers inspired by their work in a very personal way. Jack & Jill CEO Jonathan Irwin was joined by the charity’s liaison nurse Cathy Keighery as they stopped off to meet Eileen Crowe Lynch at her place of work,… Read more »
Pregnancy Yoga—a safe and ideal way to keep fit and mobile during pregnancy. The carefully chosen movements help boost energy, assist in the prevention of lower back pain, relieve stress and promote restful sleep. Take place Tuesday evenings at 6.15pm upstairs at Hughes SuperValu. Must be 14 weeks+ and booking is essential. For information call… Read more »
A diagnosis of ADHD for an adult can lead to a sense of disbelief quickly followed by relief. That’s according to a new study of adult ADHD carried out by researchers at the School of Psychology, NUI Galway. The study was done in collaboration with the Irish National Council of AD/HD Support Groups (INCADDS). “Many people… Read more »
One of Ireland’s most iconic buildings, Galway Cathedral is lighting up this winter. Galway Cathedral is visited by thousands of people each year and the building is one of the most popular sights to be used on marketing and promotional material for Galway and the west. The building is one of the city’s top attractions,… Read more »
The Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works and Flood Relief, Sean Canney TD, today visited the site works of the Claregalway Flood Relief Scheme in the company of elected representatives and officials from the OPW and the design consultants. Construction works on the Scheme commenced in June of this year… Read more »
Galway Hospice celebrated its 30th year in existence this year—and fittingly, its flagship annual fundraising event on Sunday, was its biggest year yet. More than 3,000 walkers took part in the eleventh annual Galway Hospice Memorial Walk of the Promenade in Salthill from Claddagh Hall to Blackrock and back last Sunday. The heavy rain that was… Read more »
Rest in Peace Gerard Murphy, Cahernahoon, Cummer. Tuam, Co Galway and resident of the Pope John Paul Centre, Ballybane, Galway. Unexpectedly on September 13th 2016. Sadly missed by his loving parents Johnny and Maureen, brothers Francis, Owen, Michael, Noel and Thomas, sisters Mary and Bernie, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, uncles and aunts, nieces and nephew, relatives and… Read more »
Tuam’s new bypass, which is due to open in the Spring of 2018, will become the new southerly starting point for the N17, following the redesignation of a number of roads in the county. The route, made famous by the Saw Doctors song of the same name in the late 1980s, will no longer stretch as… Read more »
Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, met with TDs this week to discuss the impact of Brexit, key investment and planning priorities for the West and region along with measures needed in the budget to support business in the region. Ibec West Regional Director John Brennan said: “Meeting with TDs gives the business community… Read more »
Beautiful photo taken this evening by Marie Dempsey at 7pm while saying the Rosary at the Grotto in Claregalway Church.
