Galway Libraries project wins gold at annual LAMA Awards
A unique Galway Libraries project aimed at promoting community participation, social inclusion, and the protection of heritage and the environment has been named overall winner of an all-Ireland competition.
Galway goes for gold at annual LAMA awards
There is plenty of local interest in this weekend’s LAMA (Local Authority Members Association) All-Ireland Community & Council Awards with four County Galway projects, communities and businesses competing for top honours.
Energy efficiency roadshow rolls into Galway
Local communities and construction professionals across Galway are being offered free training and information sessions on energy efficiency upgrades courtesy of a retrofit roadshow travelling to three locations over the coming weeks.
Stellar Guests Lined Up For The Outing
The organisers of The Outing 2025 have announced that the world’s only LGTBQ+ matchmaking festival will return to County Clare this Valentine’s Weekend (14-16 February).
Cliffs of Moher wins CIE Tours award after securing 96.5% visitor satisfaction rating
The Cliffs of Moher Experience in County Clare has picked up an ‘Award of Excellence’ in the 2025 CIE Tours International Awards of Excellence, which were announced at a gala ceremony held in Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin last night (Wednesday, 29 January 2025).
Bunratty marks the beginning of spring with Imbolc Celebration
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park welcomes the arrival of spring with its annual Imbolc Celebration, a vibrant festival honouring Celtic traditions and Saint Brigid, on Sunday, February 2nd from 11.00am to 5.00pm.
Christmas carol singing by candlelight at St. Flannan’s College
Irish tenor Dean Power returns to his alma mater of St. Flannan’s College in Ennis next Tuesday 17th December at 7pm to perform Christmas carols in a special candlelit service in the school chapel.
Briefing outlines scope for boosting social housing delivery in County Galway
1,237 social housing units have been delivered across County Galway since the beginning of 2022, a seminar organised by Galway County Council has heard.
Community Heroes Celebrated: Clare’s local volunteers set to be honoured
International Volunteer Day will be marked in Ennis next Thursday with an event celebrating the remarkable contribution made by individuals who have selflessly dedicated their time and talents to a variety of volunteer roles across County Clare.
Tills Ring As Christmas Bells Toll In Ennis
A series of initiatives aimed at boosting festive shopping trade in Ennis commences this Thursday with the annual switching on of the Christmas lights, a six-week suspension of work on the Ennis Public Realm Enhancement Scheme and the provision of free parking throughout the town.