On Thursday 26 January, a public meeting was held on the legalisation of medicinal cannabis by People Before Profit Galway. The well-attended meeting, of about fifty people, was chaired by Joe Loughnane of the Galway Anti-Racism Network and included a panel calling for this legalisation of the whole cannabis plant. Gino Kenny, TD, was the special guest on the night who … [Read more...] about Galway call to legalise medicinal cannabis
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Former NUIG student and Galway native launches third book
Former NUI Galway student and Galway native Catherine Doyle (26) launched her third novel Mafiosa, in Easons on O’Connell Street on 13 January. Mafiosa is the third, and concluding work, in Doyle’s Blood for Blood trilogy. Vendetta, the first in the series, was published in 2015 and met huge success when it came out first. It was followed shortly after by the second … [Read more...] about Former NUIG student and Galway native launches third book
What’s going on in Galway 10 – 23 January
Even though Christmas festivities have come to an end, Galway still has plenty to offer. Busy away those January blues with SIN’s comprehensive guide to what’s going on in Galway this month! Silent Disco Tuesdays at the Róisín Dubh You know the drill – admission is €5, get a free shot and pop your headphones on. Being back in Galway city couldn’t get any … [Read more...] about What’s going on in Galway 10 – 23 January
Top ways to spend the weekend in Galway
It’s hard to deny that Galway is a beautiful place. As someone who’s grown up here, it’s easy to take just how much the city has to offer for granted. Whether you’re on a budget or ready for a big night out, you’re into sports or prefer the arts, there’s definitely something for everyone here. If you’re staying in Galway at the weekends instead of heading home, we have a list … [Read more...] about Top ways to spend the weekend in Galway
Call for Code of Conduct for buskers on Shop Street
Shop Street has always been well known for its busy and buzzing atmosphere and wide variety of buskers at each and every corner, but now Galway City Council will be addressing the need for a Code of Conduct for buskers in the coming weeks that may change the busking experience for everyone. Mikey McCrory, of Mikey and the Scallywags, along with other street performers have … [Read more...] about Call for Code of Conduct for buskers on Shop Street