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All set for the Salthill Fives
This bank holiday is going to be a bumper one: glorious weather, the pitches are ready for the five-asides in Salthill Park, the food tents and communications centre are in place. School is finished for all non-exam second level students. … Continue reading
An Tóstal – 70th Anniversary
An Tóstal Salthill Festival takes place at Ladies Beach on May 6 and 7. It will feature the best of currach racing as well as coastal customs, traditions, music, and dancing.
Worked at least 3 years in the UK? You might be entitled to a UK State Pension
If you are an Irish resident who has worked in the UK for at least three years but less than the 10 years required to qualify for a full UK State Pension, you may still be eligible to buy years … Continue reading
Rockbarton Park Street Feast
At its heart, Street Feast is about connecting with your neighbours over great locally sourced food, but it’s also about building resilience and sustainability in our neighbourhoods. Making and sharing food together is a special act and can be a … Continue reading
Autism Awareness and Acceptance
A lively bunch of volunteers, at Salthill beach today, drumming up support for people with autism. The Irish Autism Society is celebrating its 60th year in 2023. You can find out more about what they do at https://autism.ie/.
Reminder – Clocks go forward 1 hour on Sunday
The clocks go forward by an hour at 1am on next Sunday morning, March 26th, marking the start of longer days as we head into the summer months. This effectively means we skip the 1am hour and go straight to … Continue reading
Cycle and bus lane for Dr. Mannix Road parked for now
From the Galway City Tribune –Public consultation planned for a proposed cycle lane along Dr Mannix Road in Salthill has been delayed yet again, with priority being given to bus and cycling measures nearer the city. According to the Glenard … Continue reading
Snow
Soft and fluffy when it falls. Wet, cold to touch, crunches underfoot. White, very white. Brightens up day or night. Hides what lies underneath, while footprints above reveal passing feet. Be very careful how you go, because its slippy in … Continue reading
Save on Postage Stamps
It’s the time of year when many of us reach out to friends and loved ones, particularly those at a distance, through the simple act of sending Christmas cards. Each year it becomes a little more expensive to do so … Continue reading
Maintenance Needed in Salthill Park and Surrounding Area
‘The photograph above is of the area just inside the Northwest corner of Salthill Park, beside the ESB substation. There used always be some flooding here, but it’s become larger and more long-lasting since the Council tarmacked the pathway in … Continue reading