Walsh calls out opposition parties for ‘rank hypocrisy’ in relation to water charges

Thu, May 08, 2014

A local election candidate has called for honesty in the debate over water charges, criticising Sinn Féin and Fianna Fáil for “rank hypocrisy” in the parties’ stance on the issue.

John Walsh, Fine Gael candidate in Galway City East, said the two parties had engaged in cynical, dishonest, rhetoric in relation to the introduction of water charges in recent weeks.

Principal teacher announced for Knocknacarra Educate Together NS

Thu, May 08, 2014

The new Knocknacarra Educate Together National School, which opens in September, has appointed Dr Matthew Wallen as its principal teacher.

Engineering students offered €20k scholarship

Thu, May 08, 2014

A scholarship worth €20,000 is available to Galway’s engineering students if they are currently attending secondary school.

Cycling lane needed on the Prom

Thu, May 08, 2014

The new Knocknacarra Educate Together National School, which opens in September, has appointed Dr Matthew Wallen as its principal teacher.

Overseas volunteering information meeting

Thu, May 08, 2014

A special information meeting will be held in the Galway City Partnership offices for people interested in overseas volunteering.

Two Galway farmers are finalists in National Farmer of the Year Awards

Thu, May 08, 2014

Two Galway farmers are in the running to take home the top prize at the prestigious Farmer of the Year Awards, which will place in Dublin next week.

Survey to find out challenges faced by varicose vein sufferers

Thu, May 08, 2014

A research organisation is carrying out a survey on Galway men and women with varicose veins or those concerned about developing the condition.

Tour de Lough Corrib charity cycle challenge

Thu, May 08, 2014

This year, as part of National Bike Week, the annual Tour de Lough Corrib charity cycle in aid of the heart and stroke charity Croí, will take place on Sunday, June 15.

Once again, cyclists of all ages and abilities will participate in what has become one of biggest annual charity cycle in the west of Ireland. Irish and international cycling legend Sean Kelly is once again lending his support to this important charity fundraising event and has committed to joining the cyclists on this magnificent route through scenic Connemara.

Research your family tree at Lackagh Parish Centre

Thu, May 08, 2014

For those interested in researching their family heritage, the Western Family History Association will be hosting a tutorial on family history on Wednesday May 14 in the Lackagh Parish Centre.

Buy My Dress 2014 in aid of The Down SyndromeCentre

Thu, May 08, 2014

Buy My Dress, the largest one day charity dress sale in Ireland, will be held on May 25 in The Clayton Hotel in aid of The Down Syndrome Centre.

Irish students raise awareness of third world crisis

Thu, May 08, 2014

Five Galway primary schools have been selected as regional finalists in the Our Irish Aid Awards 2014. Corandulla National School, St James’ National School Newcastle, St Annin’s National School Roscahill, Scoil Bhriocain Rosmuc, and Northampton National School Kinvara have been chosen from hundreds of national entries, with their projects being showcased at regional finals taking place in Sligo, Dublin, Limerick and Cork.

The Our World Irish Awards were established to increase primary pupils’ understanding of global development issues, like the work of Irish Aid in combating world hunger and promoting universal primary education.

NUIG to hold summer schools for prospective students

Thu, May 08, 2014

NUI Galway is offering secondary school students the choice of seven separate summer schools in June, covering the disciplines of business, nursing, computing, engineering, science and law.

Connemara Adventure challenge for Croi

Thu, May 08, 2014

Some 500 competitors are expected to take part in the Connemara Adventure Challenge at Killary Harbour, Leenane, on Saturday.

This 32.5km sprint adventure race takes place along a route which offers spectacular views of the Maamturks, Twelve Bens, Killary Harbour and the Mweelrea Mountains. Competitors run, climb hills, cycle and kayak to complete the challenge and then gather for a party at Killary Adventure Centre.

EU Commissioner to speak at Galway BMW lunch

Thu, May 08, 2014

EU Commissioner Maire Geoghegan-Quinn will be the guest speaker at BPW Galway’s annual summer lunch on May 16.

Age-friendly Galway to host major conference on maximising the ability of older people

Thu, May 08, 2014

The county’s age-friendly status has attracted AIGNA, the All-Ireland Gerontological Nurses Association, to hold its sixth annual conference at the Clayton Hotel, Galway, on May 15.

More than 180 delegates from all over Ireland will attend the event which will focus on promoting positive ageing. Leading experts in the field including UK dementia care specialist Professor Jan Dewing and former Irish law commissioner Patricia Rickard-Clarke, are among the keynote speakers at the conference.

Giving a helping hand for hospice services

Thu, May 08, 2014

Legal eagles from from the Galway and Cork offices of RDJ Solicitors are cycling from Cork to Galway this weekend to raise funds for the Galway Hospice Foundation and Marymount University Hospice.

Anti-suicide walk in Galway set to exceed three thousand attendees

Thu, May 08, 2014

Almost 4,000 people are expected to take part in a 5k walk along Salthill to raise awareness of suicide prevention. The event, called Darkness Into Light, will be taking place in the early hours of Saturday morning and is the biggest event organized by Pieta House, a suicide prevention charity.

Irish Workhouse Centre plans weekend history conference

Thu, May 08, 2014

The Irish Workhouse Centre is holding a conference from Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 May entitled ‘The Irish Workhouse Past and Present’.

Five-a-side tournament for emergency service members

Thu, May 08, 2014

A five-a-side indoor soccer tournament for members of the various branches of the emergency services throughout Ireland will be held in Galway on May 24.

NUIG hosts adult learners information evening

Thu, May 08, 2014

An information evening for students considering part-time study options is being held in the Orbsen Building on the NUIG campus from 5pm-7:30pm on May 13.

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