Parkruns raising funds for life saving equipment

Thu, Feb 02, 2017

The two parkrun events in Galway — Knocknacarra and Oranmore, are coming together tonight (Thursday Feb 2) to raise vital funds for an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) — the portable medical device often found outside shopping centres and sports grounds, that along with CPR can increase the chance of a survival from a cardiac incident by 90 per cent.

“On a Saturday we have over 400 people running and walking at the events in Knocknacarra and Oranmore,” said Rob Partridge, Event Director for Knocknacarra parkrun, “and it’s only a matter of time before this piece of equipment is needed.

NeverGiveUp challenge a great success for great cause

Thu, Feb 02, 2017

After much exertion and determination running 206km completing the #NeverGiveUp awareness and fundraising campaign for Oranmore Maree Coastal Search Unit, Oranmore businessman, Frank Byrnes is taking a well-earned break and has handed over a cheque for €3,053 which he received in sponsorship for this worthy cause.

Galwayman arrested for sending faxes to Shannon Airport

Tue, Jan 31, 2017

Well-known Galway musician and calligrapher, Jarír al-Majár - formerly known as Gerry Mulholland - was arrested after sending two faxes to Shannon Airport claiming the airport could be in danger of a terrorist attack.

Grealish demands end of rules preventing some local authority tenants from owning a home

Tue, Jan 31, 2017

Rules which allow some local authority tenants to purchase the houses they rent, but which prevent others from doing so, must be scrapped, so all tenants are on an equal footing, with equal opportunities for future home ownership.

Hospital bed capacity will support case for new hospital, says Naughton

Fri, Jan 27, 2017

A review of hospital-bed capacity to be completed by the HSE later this year will support the case for a new hospital to be built in Galway, according to a local government TD.

There is one good thing about Trump's election

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

First things first: Trump’s election was greeted by wild rumours in Galway that all the US multinationals would be forced by the new president to re-locate to North America. This did not happen under Obama, as was initially feared, and it will not happen under Trump.

New course to examine contribution of engineers to culture and heritage

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Engineers Ireland West Region (representing engineers in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon) will host an exciting course in GMIT during February and March 2017 which will explore the contribution of the engineering profession to the development and protection of our culture and our heritage, with a particular focus on local heritage.

AIB backs successful Galway-made International TV series with €3.5m loan

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

AIB Corporate Banking has announced that it provided €3.5 million in funding for a new season of the internationally acclaimed TV series Jack Taylor which is now running on the new TV channel be3.

AIDS West to offer free confidential rapid HIV testing

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

AIDS West are to offer free confidential rapid HIV Testing on the last Tuesday of each month at the Teach Solais Centre, Merchants Road, Galway starting Tuesday 31 January.

Ready Steady GLOW! at Headford CarePlus Pharmacy

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

If you are looking to get the most from your makeup and the best for your skin, then this Friday January 27, head to Headford CarePlus Pharmacy which will be hosting a free skincare event, Ready Steady GLOW! from 4pm to 8pm.

Galwaywoman keen to heighten awareness about dementia

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

A County Galway woman who lost her mother to dementia is spearheading an initiative aimed at heightening awareness about the illness and empowering communities to help sufferers improve their quality of life.

Four bed mid terrace in excellent decorative order

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Sherry FitzGerald welcomes No 153 An Fiodan to the market for sale by private treaty. This four bedroom mid terrace property is presented in excellent decorative order and located in a well maintained popular development within walking distance of local schools, shops, and amenities.

Galway city centre is where it’s at with Colleran’s

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Colleran auctioneers will hold open viewings on a very attractive city centre property on Saturday.

Spiddal village home

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

This very attractive owner occupied home is just a short stroll from the centre of Spiddal and its beautiful coastline.

Investment opportunity in Liosban

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Cushman & Wakefield has launched to the market, for sale by private treaty, an excellent investment opportunity located at Liosban Business Park, Galway. The property, Units 1 - 3 Liosbaun House, currently produce an annual rent of €75,000 per annum with excellent reversionary income potential.

Thinking of buying or selling property? RG Emerson solicitors can help

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

RG Emerson solicitors can provide you with all the information and assistance you need when buying or selling a property. The company offers the following advice for people who are buying and selling property to ensure a smooth transaction.

Spacious family home in Riasc Na Ri

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

DNG Maxwell Heaslip & Leonard has a number of quality family homes listed in the western suburbs which are proving very popular with the first time buyer market. The spring market is beginning to bring new properties to the market with one such property just off Bothar Stiofan, close to the Western Distributor Road at Riasc Na Ri.

Stunning three bed in Renmore

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

O'Donnellan and Joyce is offering for sale a wonderful three bedroom semidetached home located in the popular residential estate of Mellows Park, Renmore, Galway. Mellows Park is a small enclave of private residential homes located in a quiet, traffic-free, cul de sac. Constructed in the mid 1980s, the estate comprises a mixture of three and four bed semidetached homes which overlook a large green area and benefit from stunning views of Galway Bay and the Clare hills.

Quality three bed townhouse in an ideal location

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Sherry FitzGerald welcomes No 40 Leas na Mara to the market for sale by private treaty. This is a quality three bedroom, three-storey, townhouse which was built in 2006 by Kenny Developers and tastefully decorated and finished by the current owners.

This home is ideally located close to all amenities including Salthill Promenade, Clybaun Hotel, Joyce's Supermarket, Tom Sheridan's Bar & Restaurant, Knocknacarra Shopping Centre, while Barna and Silverstrand are also nearby. There is a regular bus service connecting the Western Distributor Road to the city centre.

Large family home in well established, mature estate

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Sherry FitzGerald welcomes No 31 Portacarron to the market for sale by private treaty. Turn the key and walk in to this excellent four bedroom semidetached family home. Situated in a mature and established estate, this large family home benefits from having an extra reception room on the ground floor, a converted attic, off street parking to the front, and a south facing rear garden.

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