Man charged with cultivating €280,000 of cannabis plants

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

A man charged in connection with the seizure of cannabis plants worth some €280,000 at a house near Tuam is due before Harristown District Court tomorrow.

Charity art exhibition to take place at Galway Courthouse

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

A charity art exhibition in aid of local heart and stroke charity Croí is set to take place in Galway Courthouse from June 14 to 16.

Pedal power — Bike Fest begins Saturday June 16

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

Children's races in Southpark, Terryland Cycle Picnic, a Fat Tyre Night in Moycullen, Merlin Woods Cycle, Bike Maintenance, Cycling Research Showcase and free bike rental are just some of the numerous events and initiatives planned for Galway Bike Festival, which takes place from Saturday June 16 to Sunday June 24. The festival programme, which was officially launched by Mayor Hildegarde Naughton on Tuesday aims to attract and encourage cyclists, particularly new cyclists of all age groups to discover the enjoyment and benefits of cycling.

West Ireland Cycling to offer free cycle hire for bike week

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

Despite the recession, West Ireland Cycling has gone from strength to strength and is now one of the leading bicycle tour companies in the west of Ireland.

As last year, WIC will be hiring bicycles for Bike Week, from June 16 to 24, from its stands located at the Spanish Arch in Galway.

Galway Bay Cycling Club arranges series of events

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

As part of ‘Bike Week’, Galway Bay Cycling Club have planned a series of events to suit cyclists of all abilities on June 16 and 17

Efforts to make ‘Community Summer Picnic’ a new city tradition

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

Organisers of a 'Summer Picnic and Cycle in the Park' taking place on Sunday June 17 are hoping that the event will become an important element in Galway city’s social calendar.

Fat tyre fun in Moycullen

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

Have you ever wanted to give mountain biking or BMXing a go but just never knew where to get started? Now is your chance for a mini midweek adventure. As part of National Bike Week 2012, Connemara MTB in conjunction with MBW Bike Shop and Unit 6 Skatepark is having an evening of activities on Wednesday June 20 — all free of charge.

Green light for €5.8 million Oughterard wastewater and sewerage scheme

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

The long-awaited €5.8 million Oughterard wastewater and sewerage scheme has finally been given the green light with hopes that it will allay concern for the local environment and see an end to impediments to further development in the area.

Coeliac Society western branch Summer Barbecue and Food Fair 2012

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

The western branch of the Coeliac Society of Ireland is holding a Summer Barbecue and Food Fair on Sunday, June 10, 2012 from 12.30pm to 4.30pm at The Twelve Hotel, Bearna village, Galway.

The Summer Barbecue and Food Fair is an opportunity for coeliacs, family and friends to come together and enjoy a range of delicious barbecue food. Attending the event will be a large host of manufacturers of gluten-free food who will be displaying and selling their products. Face painting will be provided for children’s entertainment on the day and there will also be a raffle with a great selection of prizes.

Republic of Football Embassy Tour comes to Galway

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

Ford’s ‘Republic of Football’ campaign is all about bringing the Irish football fans closer to the Ireland team and its players. This Saturday June 9, the Ford Republic of Football Embassy Tour will make its way to Motorpark on the Headford Road, Galway. Motorpark invite the people of Galway to declare their support for the Irish team and become a citizen of the Republic of Football in the embassy while you will also have the opportunity to win many prizes and great giveaways.

Your perfect day with the Art of Blooming

Thu, Jun 07, 2012

It is often the little touches that transform a wedding from the ordinary to the extraordinary, and guests often swoon over wonderful floral arrangements. But for the bride and groom, who have barely a moment to think in the run-up to a wedding, flowers can be just another item on the list to tick off. In the capable hands of Daniela Guder at the Art of Blooming in Moycullen, flowers are one less thing to worry about.

Crunch time for Grealish and Healy Eames as constituencies may creep over borders

Thu, May 31, 2012

Within the next fortnight, Fine Gael Senator Fidelma Healy Eames and Independent TD Noel Grealish, will learn whether they will remain representatives for Galway West or find themselves fighting for seats in Galway East at the next General Election.

Search for missing man continues

Thu, May 31, 2012

The search for missing man David Gilligan is continuing, over a week after the Roscommon native was last seen.

Shock as two Galway men are killed in separate accidents

Thu, May 31, 2012

Two Galway men have been killed in separate accidents in the past week.

Joe Lane, 50, a photographer from Kilcolgan, was killed when a Ford Escort lost control at the Cavan Stages rally in Bailieboro, Co Cavan, on Sunday last, May 27. Mr Lane was a freelance sports photographer who had a passion for motorsport. He is survived by his wife Martina, daughter Shona, and son Graham. Caroline Cleary, 30, from Co Wexford, who was 14 weeks pregnant, was also killed in the incident. Several other people were injured in the incident, which occurred at approximately 11.10am on Sunday. Gardai and Motorsport Ireland are currently conducting separate investigations.

Galway brothel raided in major Garda crackdown on prostitution

Thu, May 31, 2012

Rape Crisis Network Ireland has warned against complacency as crimes such as organised prostitution, human trafficking, brothel-keeping, and other related sexual violence against women are happening in communities, both rural and urban, throughout the country.

Free Chinese language classes in Oranmore from next week

Thu, May 31, 2012

If you are interested in learning Chinese or are curious to see if the language is something of interest to you, then why not take advantage of the upcoming free taster classes?

Ban horse and carts on Ballyloughane Beach demands O’Flaherty

Thu, May 31, 2012

Bollards must be installed immediately on the sloped cobbled area of Ballyloughane beach to stop horses with carts coming onto the sand.

HSE being ‘clogged’ up with rehired retired staff

Thu, May 31, 2012

The HSE’s decision to spend €11.5 million on rehiring almost 700 of its retired staff has been slammed by a west of Ireland MEP.

Stigma prevents young people from seeking testing for sexually transmitted infections

Thu, May 31, 2012

The stigma associated with sexually transmitted infections (STI) is the main barrier preventing young people from seeking tests for the conditions, according to new research.

This stigma was greatest among women, especially those from rural and urban working class areas, who feared that requesting a STI test would “publicly expose” them to their families and peers.