Call for live online streaming of Galway County Council meetings

Fri, May 29, 2015

In the wake of the farcical scenes witnessed in the new Galway County Council chamber this week, local representative James Charity has called for live online streaming of meetings, so that the public can view proceedings for themselves.

Plans in the pipeline for a new city library

Fri, May 29, 2015

Plans are being put in motion to find a site for a new state of the art library in Galway city. Speaking at this week's local authority meeting, council CEO Brendan McGrath outlined the cost of renting library space in the city was a substantial €395,000 per annum. He spoke of his desire to build a modern new premises within the next few years.

Farcical scenes as councillors row over seating arrangements at €450,000 chamber

Thu, May 28, 2015

It was not a day when our local politicians covered themselves in glory. A debate on where some elected members of the Galway County Council would sit in the newly refurbished council chamber was succinctly summed up by Republican Sinn Féin representative, Tomas O Curraoin, who labelled the whole matter a joke, and likened the behaviour of some councillors to small children. "If kids were in junior infants, they would be arguing about where they were sitting," he said

What Irish political parties can learn from the UK election

Thu, May 28, 2015

While last week's historic referendum on same sex marriage was undoubtedly the political event of the year in Ireland, earlier this month the eyes in Leinster House were very firmly fixed on events across the Irish Sea and the British general election.

Connolly v Mortimer battle for Fianna Fail nomination

Thu, May 28, 2015

Fianna Fáil holds its Galway West Election 2016 selection convention in The Clayton Hotel this evening. Six candidates have been nominated for inclusion on what is likely to be a three person ticket for the constituency, but only five of them will be seeking delegate support.

Galway 'came out' to say Yes

Thu, May 28, 2015

Both Galway constituencies gave a solid Yes to last week's Marriage Equality referendum, but while Galway West was always expect to vote in favour, Galway East defied predictions of supporting the No side, by instead opting to support the proposal.

Game of Thrones as councillors get childish over seats

Thu, May 28, 2015

There is something about the smell of new carpet that drives us all daft. Or the whiff of a freshly vacuumed office. Or the dying aroma of the last coat of paint that has been applied over some wall. There’s a reason that a new car smell adds a few grand to the price of your car.

Tuam woman is thanked for her Armenian generosity - 16 years later

Thu, May 28, 2015

A Tuam woman got a wonderful surprise earlier this week when she was contacted by a man in Armenia who had received a generous gift from her a whopping sixteen years ago.

Arts Fest promises a whale of a time in July

Thu, May 28, 2015

A giant, bulbous whale floating in the sky; a woman transitioning to a man; Red Rock‘s Cathy Belton in a one-woman show; a new short play by Enda Walsh, and Crowded House’s Tim Finn exploring his origins through song and story - this is just some of what is coming to the 2015 Galway International Arts Festival.

NUI Galway offers free places on top software programme

Thu, May 28, 2015

NUI Galway, in collaboration with 19 software industry partners, is offering a limited number of free places on its Higher Diploma in Software Design and Development Programme – Industry Stream. This programme was recently awarded the accolade of being Postgraduate Programme of the Year in Information Technology by Grad Ireland.

90 per cent of graduates from the Higher Diploma in Software Design and Development have secured immediate employment in software development roles. Many of the graduates are employed with some of Ireland’s leading software companies. NUI Galway has designed this one-year conversion programme in conjunction with 19 leading IT employers which enable graduates to re-skill for employment in the software development area.

Connolly welcomes support of Regional Health Forum in remedying position of Galway psychiatric unit

Thu, May 28, 2015

Councillor Catherine Connolly has welcomed the support of the Regional Health Forum regarding her motion suggesting the Forum receive an urgent report on what steps have been taken by HSE West to remedy the position of the psychiatric unit in Galway. Ms Connolly was speaking in relation to the ongoing health and safety concerns of the staff and those of the Mental Health Commission.

Basic Space artists @ 126 Gallery

Thu, May 28, 2015

THE SECOND exhibition in the 126 Gallery’s PRIMARY RESOURCE curatorial project series opens tomorrow at 7pm in the gallery on Flood Street, with a display of work by Basic Space studio artists.

Rooftop auction for WB Yeats tower this Sunday

Thu, May 28, 2015

A 40 per cent cut in funding for the arts has meant that a local committee in Galway is having to go it alone to restore WB Yeats’ former home of Thoor Ballylee. The Yeats Thoor Ballylee Development committee will hold a fundraising evening at the tower this Sunday, May 31.

The auction will take place on the rooftop of the tower with local auctioneer, Colm Farrell MIPAV, acting as William Butler Yeats. Funds raised will be used to re-open the tower to the public 13 days later, with the greatest Yeats party in Ireland to commemorate the 150th birthday of William Butler Yeats. The fundraising event will get national and international recognition with press present during the event.  

Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim aims to raise €100k

Thu, May 28, 2015

The Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim, in aid of Cancer Care West, was officially launched on Saturday May 23, on board L E Orla which was stationed at Galway Docks.

Long awaited Barna-Furbo playground opens tomorrow

Thu, May 28, 2015

A five year project to build a children’s playground in Barna will come to fruition tomorrow when the facility is officially opened.

Advertiser Facebook page named as finalist in national social media awards

Thu, May 28, 2015

The Galway Advertiser Facebook page and its social media arm has been named as a finalist in the Irish Social Media awards the Sockies, to be held at a glittering ceremony in the RDS, Ballsbridge next week.

Road at Lough Atalia Bridge to reopen this weekend

Thu, May 28, 2015

The works on the Lough Atalia Bridge will come to an end on Friday night and, barring unforseen circumstances, the road at the bridge will be open by Saturday morning. However the one-way system which is operating inbound along Lough Atalia Road and outbound at College Rd will remain in place for the next three weeks to trial how it will operate after the road reopens.

Are you ready for Tonabrocky?

Thu, May 28, 2015

The Tonabrucky 6km Challenge celebrates its fifth year of existence this June and organisers are calling on all runners, walkers, and strollers to take part and make this year one to remember. The race, which is hosted by Rahoon/Newcastle Hurling Club, will take place on Saturday June 6 at 6pm.

Clayton Hotel wins prestigious Mrs2Be Brides Choice Wedding Award

Thu, May 28, 2015

Karina Duffy, Wedding Co-Ordinator at the Clayton Hotel Galway has just been crowned with the overall title of ‘Best Wedding Venue Co-Ordinator 2015’ at the Mrs2Be Brides’ Choice Awards.  

Saint Patrick’s Boys National School now enrolling 

Thu, May 28, 2015

Saint Patrick’s Boys School, known to generations of Galwegians as simply ‘Pats’, is now enrolling pupils for the 2015/2016 school year. Saint Pat’s is a landmark Galway school steeped in history and tradition and is the Junior School for Saint Joseph’s College.

The school prides itself on providing its students with a warm, nourishing, inclusive environment where children can learn, play, and reach their full potential. Pupils are constantly encouraged, and the dignity and uniqueness of each child given priority. This includes individualised tuition for high achievers, and for those who need learning support. A highly favourable student/teacher ratio ensures that each and every pupil receives the attention that they need.

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