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Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Times have changed. There was once a time when we, on this wind-lashed rock at the far edge of the Atlantic, could keep our heads down and our noses out of trouble. We enjoyed the luxury of obscurity. But that time is over. The world has changed—and not in subtle ways. We are entering a new era of geopolitical instability, technological vulnerability, and organised criminal sophistication. Ireland, and particularly our western coast, can no longer afford to remain a blind spot on the strategic map of Europe.

Galway is the leading location for a new naval installation as part of a rethink on how Ireland should police its vast western sea area.

Oranmore Maree GAA One Club has announced the naming rights sponsorship of Chubb Renville Gaelic Grounds. This landmark sponsorship deal for the development means Chubb will be the named sponsor for the next five years. The naming rights sponsorship will support the club in making the Chubb Renville Gaelic Grounds the home of Oranmore Maree GAA One Club and its’ 1800 plus members.

On the balance of play, Padraic Joyce’s men probably should have lost. Somehow, they also could have won, with Derry needing a last-gasp point from Conor Doherty to keep their own season alive.

There is still very good value available from Shannon and Knock, according to local agent Fahy Travel. With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to secure that getaway – and the good news is, it’s not too late!

O'Donnellan & Joyce is offering for sale a stunning four bed semidetached property located at Cuirt Bhoirne, in the popular suburb of Roscam on the east side of Galway city. This picturesque coastline position allows for wonderful views of Galway Bay.

With a new twice-weekly service linking Shannon to the beautiful Portuguese island of Madeira, there has never been a better time to discover this jewel of the Atlantic.

What is this Wild Atlantic Way you speak of? Are you ready for the journey of a lifetime that will take you along the snaking route of one of the most westerly parts of Europe, where the ocean kisses Ireland; that bitter bowl of tears that brought so many people from this island right across the world for centuries.

A trip to Loop Head Lighthouse is a visit of contrasts, centred around this beacon of hope that has perched majestically on the scenic headland of Loop Head peninsula for hundreds of years, looking down on the fury of the Atlantic Ocean 90-meters-below. Here a world of beautiful seabirds, seals and dolphins meets breathtaking views as far as Dingle and Connemara.