3 d. ago Progress in adding 300 new beds to University Hospital Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Progress has been made in adding 300 new beds to University Hospital Galway. Two blocks will be built as part of an overall redevelopment plan, with each expected to accommodate 150 patients. A design team has been appointed for the site of one of the blocks, with […] The post Progress in adding 300 new beds to University Hospital Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago University of Galway Students' Union is hosting its annual 'Thriftmas Market' today

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM University of Galway Students’ Union is hosting its annual ‘Thriftmas Market’ today. It’ll feature student-run business stalls, a Galway Simon Community charity shop and a fundraising Christmas Raffle. The market will run at Áras na Mac Léinn today from 11AM until 3PM. Students’ Union President Maisie Hall […] The post University of Galway Students' Union is hosting its annual 'Thriftmas Market' today appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 d. ago Galway pharmacies and pharmacists recognized at Excellence Awards

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Five Galway pharmacies and pharmacists have been recognized at the Irish Pharmacy Excellence Awards. Galway University Hospital won a gold award for Hospital Pharmacy of the Year. Diana Hogan-Murphy of the HSE in Galway University Hospital won a gold award in the Pharmacist Contribution to the Community […] The post Galway pharmacies and pharmacists recognized at Excellence Awards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 d. ago National disability conference to take place at University of Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A conference is taking place at University of Galway tomorrow to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The findings of a national survey will be presented at the event, which marks the 20th of anniversary of the Disability Act 2005. The conference will feature two expert […] The post National disability conference to take place at University of Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 d. ago Stand out for Gaza taking place across several Galway locations today

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Several Galway locations will be hosting ‘Stand out for Gaza’ demonstrations throughout the day. Trade unions are taking action in workplaces across the country today to support workers in Gaza. There will be local standouts in Spiddal, An Ceathrú Rua, UHG, and the University of Galway, along […] The post Stand out for Gaza taking place across several Galway locations today appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 d. ago Ops are cancelled as University Hospital Galway under strain

Management at UHG this week issued a warning to patients attending its Emergency Department (ED) that they could expect extremely long waiting times — as they pleaded for only those requiring emergency care to attend the extremely overcrowded facility. On Monday, more than 300 people attended at the hospital’s ED, resulting in large numbers of […] The post Ops are cancelled as University Hospital Galway under strain appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Protesters form silent guard of honour at University of Galway honorary doctorate ceremony

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Protesters have formed a silent guard of honour at a University of Galway honorary doctorate ceremony today. It’s the latest in a series of actions by the Campus Anti Genocide coalition, who are calling on the University to cease collaboration with Israeli institution Technion. In solidarity, three […] The post Protesters form silent guard of honour at University of Galway honorary doctorate ceremony appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Third person refuses honorary degree at University of Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A third person has announced they will not accept an honorary doctorate at University of Galway this morning. It places further pressure on the university – as a protest is also set to take place at the awarding ceremony. On Monday, film-maker Margo Harkin announced she would […] The post Third person refuses honorary degree at University of Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Third honoree turns down doctorate from University of Galway over links to Israeli tech institute

Professor Miller declined the honour, citing the university’s research partnership with Israel’s Technion Institute.

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1 week ago Actress Olwen Fouéré to refuse honorary degree from University of Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Well known actress Olwen Fouéré is the latest person to refuse an honorary doctorate from University of Galway. She’s the second person who has made such an announcement this week, ahead of a conferring ceremony tomorrow morning. On Monday, film-maker Margo Harkin announced she would not accept an […] The post Actress Olwen Fouéré to refuse honorary degree from University of Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Actor declines degree from University of Galway over contract link to Israeli tech institute

Olwen Fouéré calls on university to ‘sever all ties with Technion and the Israeli regime’

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1 week ago UHG launches sale of Children’s Remembrance Day Christmas tree lights

The Children’s Remembrance Day Committee at University Hospital Galway (UHG) has launched its annual ‘Sponsor a Christmas Tree Light’ 2025. It coincided with the unveiling of this year’s Christmas card, given to everyone who sponsors a light on the Christmas tree at UHG in memory of the deceased over the festive season. The sale of […] The post UHG launches sale of Children’s Remembrance Day Christmas tree lights appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Public invited to shape future of University Hospital Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The public is being invited to shape the future of University Hospital Galway through a series of drop-in consultations on the development plans They include two new bed blocks with 300 additional inpatient beds; a new Emergency Department, ICU and Surgical block, a new cancer centre, laboratory […] The post Public invited to shape future of University Hospital Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago ECB Chief Economist highlights euro area challenges at University of Galway lecture

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane has highlighted euro area challenges at a University of Galway lecture Professor Lane stated while unemployment in the euro area remains low, early signs point to a weakening labour market, reflected in declining new job postings across several countries He also emphasised […] The post ECB Chief Economist highlights euro area challenges at University of Galway lecture appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway writer takes top prize at World Fantasy Convention in Brighton

A multi-talented Galway-based author saw off more than 500 fellow writers from around the globe to take top prize for her work, at the recent World Fantasy Convention in Brighton. Tuam writer and University of Galway graduate Maura McHugh, who writes prose, theatre, film/TV, video games, non-fiction and comic books, won the 2025 World Fantasy […] The post Galway writer takes top prize at World Fantasy Convention in Brighton appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Thousands flock to opening of Galway Science and Technology Festival 2025

Thousands of enthusiasts flocked to the University of Galway campus as the 28th annual Galway Science and Technology Festival kicked off last Sunday with a full day of discovery, fun, and hands-on learning celebrating the wonder of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). A massive 15,000 attendees from across Galway, Roscommon, Mayo and Clare visited […] The post Thousands flock to opening of Galway Science and Technology Festival 2025 appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago University of Galway study shows critical role of satellites in climate adaptation

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An international study involving University of Galway researchers has found that Satellite-based Earth observation provides a unique and powerful tool in tracking climate adaptation. A team at the University of Galway’s Ryan Institute is helping to pioneer new methods of combining data recorded from space with artificial intelligence […] The post University of Galway study shows critical role of satellites in climate adaptation appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Galway volunteers and students to take part in major national climate march in Dublin

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway volunteers and students will be joining tomorrow’s national climate march in Dublin. A bus full of Trócaire volunteers from Galway, along with members of the University of Galway Students’ Union will make the trip. It’ll start in the Garden of Remembrance in Dublin at 1 tomorrow, […] The post Galway volunteers and students to take part in major national climate march in Dublin appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Inis Oírr and Loughrea schools scoop national science film awards

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Pupils from Gaelscoil Riabhach in Loughrea and Coláiste Ghobnait on Inis Oírr have scooped ReelLIFE Science Awards. The young filmmakers were awarded for their science videos at the 13th annual awards at the University of Galway. More than 200 short science films were submitted by 1,800 young […] The post Inis Oírr and Loughrea schools scoop national science film awards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Park and ride services at both UG and ATU may be running for week before Christmas

A NEW Christmas Park and Ride service for the city has taken a step forward, as the University of Galway has agreed in principle to allow parking on campus at the Corrib Village entrance, from December 19 to 24. The move will be of particular benefit to those living along the N59, says Cllr Eddie […] The post Park and ride services at both UG and ATU may be running for week before Christmas appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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