Claregalway hosts Decade of Commemorations closing event
The recording and publishing of previously unheard and unwritten stories of Galway’s central role in the voluntary period from 1913 to 1923 is being described as a legacy project of the County’s Decade of Commemoration programme, which draws to a close this week.
Taoiseach opens the N59 Maigh Cuilinn Bypass in County Galway
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar today (Monday, 11 December 2023) officially opened the new N59 Maigh Cuilinn Bypass in County Galway, which will result in a significant reduction in journey times between Galway City and Connemara.
Jordan lights up Bunratty for Christmas
A Clare teenager who has just returned home from undergoing extensive treatment at Temple Street Hospital fulfilled a lifelong dream of switching on the Christmas lights at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park this evening.
New €762,000 Fund Supports Community Climate Action In County Galway
Galway County Council has announced details of a new funding scheme for communities and not-for-profit organisations interested in developing projects and initiatives focusing on addressing climate change.
Galway County Council approves record €173m budget for 2024
The largest budget in the history of Galway County Council was unanimously approved by Elected Members at Áras an Chontae this evening (Monday, December 4, 2023).
Galway islands project wins National Age Friendly Award
A community-based initiative hosted on County Galway’s offshore communities has been named winner at the National Age Friendly Awards 2023 held last evening (Thursday) in Clayton Whites Hotel, Co. Wexford.
County Galway adopts first Tourism Strategy
The Elected Members of Galway County Council have adopted the first ever tourism strategy for County Galway, Ireland’s leading cultural and natural heritage tourism destination.
€4m Wastewater Treatment Plant Provides Significant Boost An Spidéal
A new €4m wastewater treatment plant in An Spidéal, County Galway, has been officially commissioned.
Limerick to host World Wallball Championships 2024
University of Limerick (UL) has been announced as the host venue for the 2024 World Wallball Championships from August 18-23.
Free entry for Clare residents to Cliffs of Moher ‘Festive’ Experience
All residents of County Clare are being offered complimentary admission to the Cliffs of Moher Experience as part of the world-famous attraction’s Christmas offering.