Commander Bill King - a legend in his lifetime

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Last Friday, September 21, Commander Bill King passed away surrounded by his adoring family at Oranmore Castle, aged 102 years. It is often said that a man was a legend in his life time, but no man truly deserved that accolade more than the late commander.

The hurlers can shorten our winter

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

One minute we were shepherding in the summer and all it promised — the Volvo, the arts festival, the races, the oysters, and it all came with such a flurry that before we knew it, the summer had disappeared into thin air and we were left facing down the hill into Christmas. But what an unexpected bonus it is that we are on the cusp of October and yet there is still reason for fire in our ample bellies. Who could have believed that with darkness falling across the land as the lowing herd winds slowly o’er the ( bit of Gray there, but not the fifty shades variety) and that as yet, the destiny of the premier hurling title is still undecided and that better still, our team has shown that it is well capable of entering the final replay and bringing home the McCarthy Cup for the first time in a generation.

What better way of shortening the winter than replaying in our minds the memories of the first match and the second match, especially if victory is ours come teatime Sunday. What better way is there of bearing those dark evenings than by being kept aglow with the heat of pride in the achievements of our team? Is there anything nicer than waking on the Monday morning and knowing that you can look forward to hearing the sports reports?

Council has ‘no plans’ to link household charge with third-level grants

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

The Galway County Council has “no plans” to ask third-level grant applicants to prove they - or their parents - have paid the household charge.

Gort garda remains in hospital following Limerick assault

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

A Gort-based garda who was seriously injured in an incident in Limerick city at the weekend remains in hospital where his condition is described as stable.

Gardaí warn of fundraising fraud in Knocknacarra

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Gardaí have warned householders to beware of bogus charity collectors following incidents of fraudsters collecting money door to door in Knocknacarra.

EU Commissioner to officially open Sea2Sky

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

The European Commissioner for research, innovation, and science Máire Geoghegan-Quinn is to preside over the official opening of the Irish segment of European Researchers Night which is part of the Sea2Sky celebration.

Farm tragedy focuses on health and safety awareness

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Twenty deaths as a result of farm accidents have been recorded in the last 19 months in Northern Ireland alone. Drowning in a slurry was once identified as the second most common cause of farm death. In the year 2011 there was a massive increase in farm-related fatalities which represented one of the worst years in a decade for accidents involving loss of life on Irish farms. This year it is estimated that farm accidents have increased yet again - by 35 per cent. According to the Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Deputy Shane McEntee, there were 6,673 non-fatal accidents reported on farms, in addition to 22 fatalities.

EA jobs announcement makes Galway a centre for gaming industry, say TDs

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Global games giant, Electronic Arts, is to create 300 jobs at its European base in Galway, allowing the company to provide a multilingual international customer support and services for its major game titles such as the FIFA and Medal of Honour series.

Cuts can be reversed if householders pay up

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Almost 40 per cent of households in the Galway County Council region have yet to pay the controversial household charge, according to figures released by the local authority this week.

Let motorists use bus lanes on Seamus Quirke Road, says McNelis

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Traffic flow could be helped and commuter times reduced if motorists were allowed use the bus lanes on the Seamus Quirke Road at certain times.

Children’s referendum a ‘defining moment for children in Ireland’

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

The referendum on children’s rights marks a potentially “historical and internationally significant step” and a “defining moment for children and young people in Ireland”.

Further remand for six charged with €750,000 cannabis haul

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Four men, a woman, and a teenager, all charged in connection with a major drugs raid at different locations in Galway county at the weekend resulting in the seizure of cannabis plants worth an estimated €750,000, have been further remanded in custody.

Burglars target charity shop

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Gardaí have appealed for information following a break-in at the office and shop of the GSPCA in the early hours of Wednesday.

It is understood the burglary occurred at some time between 12 midnight and 3am. The burglars gained entry to the GSPCA shop, located on St Augustine Street in the city, though a front window and stole a safe from the office, located in the same building.

City fundraiser to raise funds for Zambian nutrition clinic

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

A fundraiser being held in the city at the weekend aims to raise money for a nutrition clinic in Zambia, South Africa.

Galway environmental projects receive €38,000 boost

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

A number of community projects and initiatives throughout Galway city and county are set to benefit from a funding of €38,000 which was announced this week as part of the Local Agenda 21 Environment Partnership Fund.

Burglary accused sent forward for trial

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

A 20-year-old man charged in connection with a burglary at a city centre apartment has been sent forward for trial.

Win All Ireland tickets

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Supermac’s is giving Galway hurling fans the opportunity to win a set of two tickets to the replay of the All-Ireland final between Galway and Kilkenny.

Be Galway’s 16th Man

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

Galway hurlers return to Croke Park in less than 10 days hoping to quench a 24 year famine and bring the Liam McCarthy west for the winter.

Explore our universe at Leisureland’s travelling exhibition

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

A major scientific exhibition exploring the universe has opened at Salthill’s Leisureland Galway and will run until November 2.

The “Accelerating Science’ travelling exhibition is staged by CERN, the world's leading laboratory for particle physics in Geneva. It is suitable primarily for students aged between 11 and 18 years and anyone who is curious about the history of the universe. It is also available exclusively for secondary school tours from Monday to Friday and is open to the public at weekends and during mid-term break.

Back to school table quiz fundraiser for meningitis victim

Thu, Sep 20, 2012

A fun table quiz will take place in the King’s Head on Monday (September 24) at 8pm, the proceeds of which will benefit Galway’s ‘Man on the Bike’ Liam Cullinane.

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