Armed Garda gets conference backing

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Delegates at the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors Annual Conference in Galway have passed a motion calling for the full time arming of Regional Support Units (RSUs).

The motion which was brought by the Galway Branch of the AGSI and backed by Cork City, Cork West, Westmeath, Meath, and Kildare branches, is in response to concerns over rising crime rates and the need for the RSU across the country to be able to respond more rapidly to incidents involving firearms.

Walsh seeks nomination to run for Fine Gael at next election

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

After months of intense speculation, Fine Gael city councillor Brian Walsh has formally declared that he will be seeking a nomination to stand for the party in Galway West at the next General Election.

Gardaí in Easter road safety plea

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Gardaí are appealing to motorists to exercise caution on the roads during the Bank Holiday weekend as the Garda prepares to embark on a road safety drive over the holiday.

Fahey to ‘name and shame’ insurance companies over flooding claims

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Insurance companies that are failing to honour policies with victims of last winter’s severe flooding in Galway will be “named and shamed”.

Oranmore station on track for next year

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

The Minister of Transport Noel Dempsey has confirmed that Oranmore’s railway station could be up and running by next year, but the news was not so sweet for those councillors and other representatives who have been calling for such commitment for far too long.

Republican Sinn Féin Easter Rising commemorations

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Republican Sinn Féin will hold a series of commemorations throughout Co Galway to mark the 94th Anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising.

On Easter Sunday a commemoration will be held at the Liam Mellowes Statue in Eyre Square. This will be proceeded by a march from the cathedral to Eyre Square at 11am.

Druid to mark thirty five years in style

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Druid will celebrate its 35th birthday this year and the internationally acclaimed Galway theatre company is set to mark the occasion in some considerable style with premiere productions and major international tours.

Fahey to ‘name and shame’ insurance companies over flooding claims

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Insurance companies that are failing to honour policies with victims of last winter’s severe flooding in Galway will be “named and shamed”.

Arrests made after skimming device discovery

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Gardaí have arrested two men following the discovery of a skimming device in Portumna at the weekend.

Youth arrested after Ballinasloe robberies

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

A file is being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions following the arrest of a minor in Ballinasloe last weekend on suspicion of robbing two shops in the town.

Council to receive flooding funding

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Areas affected by the unprecedented flooding last year are to benefit from a series of maintenance and improvement works as the Galway County Council is set to receive nearly €800,000 in funding.

Minister of State with special responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW) Dr Martin Martin Mansergh announced this week that a total allocation of €6.7 million is now available to a number of local authorities across the country as part of the first phase of funding to address localised flood and coastal erosion problems.

Wedding stationery that tells your romantic story

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

In a world where everything can be bought, and exclusivity has become ever more elusive, the desire among consumers for something unique grows year upon year. This trend is especially evident in the wedding industry: a bride and groom naturally want their day to represent them and their personalities as faithfully as possible.

A history of business education

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Teaching business in 1970: A farmer sells a truckload of turnips for €100.

His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. Your assignment: Calculate his profit?

Johnny Donnelly to go on the run in the Sahara

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Johnny Donnelly, the former drummer with The Saw Doctors, is to go on the run in the Sarah Desert. No, he’s not escaping to join the French Foreign Legion, instead he’s undertaking a running marathon for charity.

Gardaí probe city centre assaults

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Gardaí have appealed for information following two brutal assaults in the city in the past week.

Spirit of Africa Day Schools Soccer Cup

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

The Spirit of Africa Day Schools Soccer Cup will take place at Mervue United AFC pitch on Friday May 21 from 10am until 2pm.

Man rescued from headland at Silver Strand

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Galway RNLI Lifeboat was called to the aid of a man who became trapped by rising tide on a headland between Blackrock and Silver Strand on Sunday.

Beware driver fatigue this Easter

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

The dangers of driver fatigue is being highlighted this Easter holiday weekend.

Walk your dog and raise funds for COPE

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Dogathon 2010, COPE Galway’s fundraising fun walk for people and their pets on the Prom in Salthill, will take place on Sunday April 18 at 12 noon.

Students immerse themselves in ‘la Culture Française’ in Galway

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Students are being offered a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the richness of French culture this summer, without having to leave Galway. The experience comes as part of French language camps being run by Ros Geal University Residence.

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