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The Lazy Wall

The Lazy Wall was a feature of life in old Salthill. It was situated opposite the Grand Hotel and beside the old RIC barracks. It would be roughly where the west-bound lane opposite where the BonBon is today. It consisted of a long concrete seat, boarded on top, backed by a stone wall. It was not very comfortable but it attracted lots of people, mostly tourists, most of whom were country people.
The fishermen of the Claddagh, 1853

An important ethnological study of the fishermen of the Claddagh appeared in the Ulster Journal of Archaeology in 1853, written by someone who signed themselves J McE. In it, the author describes the people of the area as being purely Irish, of the most ancient Celtic type. There is no Spanish influence to be seen in their features.
Paddington Bear the latest Wild Atlantic Way attraction

For generations, tourists venturing to Ireland’s scenic west have paused to snap photos beside iconic local statues. From the contemplative Padraic O Conaire in Galway to the adventurous Alcock and Brown monument near Clifden, and even the Wilde ensemble on Galway’s bustling Shop Street, these landmarks have long held a magnetic appeal. Now, Westport, County Mayo, has a charming new addition capturing hearts and camera lenses alike – none other than Paddington Bear himself.
O’Hara welcomes legislation to extend Widow’s Pension to cohabiting couples
Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has welcomed legislation known as the Bereaved Partners Pension Bill to extend the widow and widower’s pension to cohabiting couples. The legislation has come about following a legal case taken by John O’Meara, who was refused the payment following the death of his long-term partner, and O’Hara said it was critical that the legislation is progressed and enacted quickly.
Waterford celebrates 1,111 years with trail of hidden treasures

The year 2025 marks a momentous year for Ireland’s oldest city, Waterford, as it marks its 1,111th anniversary. Founded in 914 AD by Viking Ragnall, as ‘Vadrarjfordr’ - its original Viking name - the foundations of Ireland’s history are imprinted over centuries on Waterford’s landscape and within the city’s labyrinth of narrow streets and laneways inside the medieval walls.
Impressive line-up for 2025 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally

The Galway Motor Club held the launch of the 2025 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally on Friday last in the Connacht Hotel. Michael Lyster, formerly of RTE and honorary member of Galway Motor Club was MC for the night that saw a large attendance present, including several former clerks of the course.
The Queen of Bowling Green

It was one of those Galway nights that you would see frozen forever on an arts festival poster, the moon with a crook sharp enough for someone to sit in and drop a fishing line down to the bay below. Flares erupted over near the harbour. Fireworks launched from the roof of the fancy hotel.
A celebration of Irish Rock’s golden era at Monroe's Live

When Ireland Rocked, a night dedicated to the golden era of Irish rock music, takes place at Monroe's Live on Friday, January 10, kicking off their Irish tour 2025.