Final preparation time for the Christmas party

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

With only five and a half weeks to go until the big day, many companies will have already have plans for their Christmas party complete. Others will only be embarking on the job, but fear not, there are loads of easy options for businesses of all sizes.

Regardless of where you work, whether it is a small business or a large corporation, a Christmas party is a must-have as a reward for the year’s hard work. If it is a small business your budget for the party may not be able to cover a big party in a hotel, so a small gathering in a restaurant would be more appropriate. On the other hand, large companies would need a hotel to provide everyone with food and entertainment and therefore they would need to have a bigger budget.

All you want for Christmas at Ashford Castle

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

A sweeping drive through woodland leads visitors to the world-class setting of Ashford Castle, situated on the shores of Lough Corrib. This five-star retreat is the ultimate go-to destination for all your Christmas treats, gifts, and celebrations. All you want for Christmas is now available at Ashford Castle.

Have a Christmas cracker of a time at The Ardilaun

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The team at The Ardilaun hotel are busy preparing for an action-packed Christmas and New Year programme this year with a wide range of events to suit everyone’s budget. Choose from an informal night in Blazers Bar & Bistro, or join in the fun at the Ardilaun Christmas party nights. The Ardilaun also provides the option to party in private for groups of any size from 25 to 380 guests, and a night to remember is guaranteed.

Enjoy Christmas at Donnelly’s of Barna

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Donnelly’s of Barna now caters for the special Christmas party you and your gang deserve so dearly.

Donnelly’s is an old established licensed landmark and one of Galway’s finest seafood restaurants. Located just a short journey from Galway city on the picturesque coastal route to Connemara, this charming bar and restaurant is synonymous with catering, tradition, and the true spirit of Ireland.

Christmas parties at The Co Op, Moycullen

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

If you are looking for a unique venue for your staff party this Christmas, the Co Op in Moycullen is the ideal location for you.

Choose the way you want to party this Christmas at the Radisson Blu Hotel Galway

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa is always at the heart of the city’s social life during the best and most exciting times of the year, but it really comes into its own at Christmas.

This year’s variety of festive gatherings means that you can celebrate with friends, family, or colleagues exactly the way that you want, and at fantastic prices.

Cracking Christmas parties at the Clayton

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The Clayton Hotel has Christmas all wrapped up this year with live music from Sean Slattery & The Connections and fine festive cuisine from head chef Mat Bolanovsky, the perfect combination for a Christmas party you are guaranteed to remember.

This year the Christmas party menu offers restaurant-quality food including smoked salmon and crab meat roulade for starters, while for main course there is sirloin steak and monkfish.

Great Christmas party deals at The Oslo and The Cottage

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

Apart from the very special Christmas atmosphere at both the Cottage Bar and The Oslo, both venues are also offering a host of free extras this holiday season.

Good luck, Mr President

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

Despite the intense pressure on space and limitations on the numbers who can attend, there is expected to be a strong Galway presence at the various events that will see Michael D Higgins installed as the ninth president of Ireland.

Drink driving drag queen afraid to walk home dressed up

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

A professional drag queen stopped for drink driving after a charity event told Galway District Court this week that he did not walk the five minutes to his home because it was not safe to do so in the city while dressed up as he was.

Eamon Cunniss (38) with an address in Bohermore who pleaded guilty to drink driving at Eyre Square on February 6, 2011, was later fined €500 with three months to pay and disqualified from driving for a mandatory 12 months.

Let Sabina redefine the role of First Lady

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

In 1966, young actress Sabina Coyne from Mayo was one of the cast of Insurrection, RTE’s TV series dramatising the events of 1916 and marking the 50th aniversary of the rising. At that time, she took her part among the cast, not knowing, but I suppose, not ruling out either, that 50 years on, she would be on the podium in O’Connell St to mark what will be a much more spectacular commemoration, in April 2016. All of that was two years before she met her life partner Michael D, before the beginning of their eventful journey that has brought them full circle, into the centre circle with the spotlights on full blast.

Freedom of Connemara for French singing legend

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

It is one of France’s most famous songs, has been included on many collections of top Gallic hits, sold millions of copies in the early 1980s and now it is to lead to the Freedom of Connemara for its singer.

Les Lacs du Connemara

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

Terre brûlée au vent des landes de pierre

Turn Galway green for Connacht

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

Connacht Rugby is calling on all rugby fans and businesses to turn the province green in support of its first home Heineken Cup fixture against European giants Toulouse next week.

Man disqualified for ‘motorway speeds’ on city bridge

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

A district court judge hearing the case of a Roscommon man who drove at “motorway speeds” along a busy city bridge, a stretch of road which was the scene of previous fatalities, has warned that speeding will not be tolerated.

Man charged with fourteen counts of rape to face Central Criminal Court trial

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

A city man charged with 14 counts of rape at two locations in the city more than 25 years ago has been sent forward for trial at the Central Criminal Court.

Almost €350,000 yet to be claimed by Galway Lotto players

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

Anyone who purchased a lotto ticket recently would be well advised to have a look in a handbag or trouser pocket as two winning slips sold in the city remain unclaimed.

The first is a Lotto Plus Two prize of €250,000 which was won by a lucky player who purchased the ticket in Happy Days in Galway Shopping Centre, on Wednesday October 19. The lucky ticket was a €4 quick pick.

Salthill boy celebrates 11th birthday on 11/11/11

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

A Galway city boy has been waiting with excitement to celebrate his 11th birthday for years.

NUIG launches ‘Socs in the city’ fashion extravaganza

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

The NUIG ‘Socs and the city fashion show’ will be held in the Radisson Blu Hotel on November 17. The venue’s Aran ballroom promises to be a picture of beauty with NUIG students strutting their stuff displaying the latest trends from a number of Galway shops.

Bring back bottle banks to The Claddagh, says Connolly

Thu, Nov 10, 2011

If recycling is to continue in The Claddagh then the Galway City Council must install new bottle banks in the area, according to Independent councillor Catherine Connolly.

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