History of Galway History of Galway Galway, one of the largest cities in Ireland, situated on the west coast of Ireland, has a complex history going back around 800 years. The city was the only medieval city in the province of Connacht. The city takes its name from that of the river, the "Gaillimh". The word "Gaillimh" means ""stony"" as in ""stony river"". Today, the river is commonly called the River Corrib, after Lough Corrib, just to the north. In Irish, Galway is also called "Cathair na Gaillimhe" ("city of Galway") which is a modern creation to prevent confusion with "Contae na Gaillimhe"
Noel Lane (Galway hurler) Lane's last game in charge of Galway, however, he has been linked with a return to management on several occasions. Born in Ballyglass, County Galway, Lane was educated at the local national school before later attending Our Lady's College in Gort. He pursued his interest in forestry and agriculture at college in Athenry, Kinnity and Avondale. Lane subsequently became a regional manager for wood company Coillte. Noel Lane (Galway hurler) Noel Lane (born 11 December 1954) is an Irish retired hurler who played as a full-forward for the Galway senior team. Born in Ballyglass, County Galway, Lane first played competitive