Galway County Council project transforms derelict Ballinasloe town centre site
A landmark building in Ballinasloe is set to be transformed to include a new community facility as part of a 16-unit residential housing development in the centre of the East Galway town.
North Clare students shake up national awards scheme
Mary Immaculate Secondary School in Lisdoonvarna has been presented with its very own seismograph, which will enable students to record seismic activity from around the world in real time. Funded by Research Ireland, the seismograph is being provided by the QuakeShake project, a division of the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications and a joint initiative of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) and Geological Survey Ireland (GSI) aimed at engaging the public in studying earthquakes and seismic activity. The presentation was made during a visit to Mary Immaculate by GSI Director Koen Verbruggen to mark the North Clare’s track record of success in the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. Mary Immaculate students have won the GSI category of the annual exhibition during three of the last five years, including most recently in January 2025. Mr. Verbruggen was joined by Siobhán Power, Senior GSI Geologist, and Laura…
Council urges public to be part of County Galway’s annual Spring Clean
Galway County Council and An Taisce are bidding to make this April’s National Spring Clean campaign the most successful to date by getting every parish in County Galway involved in the annual initiative.
Nominations sought for scheme that honours County Galway’s community champions
Nominations are being invited for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2025, an annual awards scheme that honours individuals and groups who have had a significant impact on the quality of life in communities across County Galway.
Galway County Council announces €320,000 funding for 267 community groups
In a significant boost to the economic, community and cultural development of County Galway, 267 local community groups and events are set to receive combined grant funding of €321,750.
Liscannor photographer puts Burren Geopark in the frame
A Liscannor-based photographer has been named overall winner of a photography competition hosted by the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Global Geoparks Network (GGN).
Galway’s Leaders Gather to Secure Government Backing for Regional Development Projects
Senior officials and Elected Members from Galway City and County Councils and Galway Chamber of Commerce met at The Galmont Hotel this morning (Wednesday, 5th March) to discuss opportunities for leveraging government support for key strategic priorities for Galway and the wider North-Western Region.
Shamrocks and shenanigans in Bunratty this St. Patrick’s weekend
Ireland’s patron saint and national holiday will be celebrated in style at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park on Sunday, 16 March.
Environmental action tops the agenda at Galway County Youth Climate Assembly
An innovative forum aimed at empowering young people to take an active role in addressing climate change was held at the BIA Innovator Campus in Athenry today (Wednesday, 26th February).
Energy efficiency roadshow rolls into Ballinasloe
Local communities and construction professionals from across East Galway are flocking to Ballinasloe this week to take up the offer of free training and information sessions on energy efficiency upgrades courtesy of a retrofit roadshow.