Festival fun

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The launch of the programme for the third Galway Food Festival was held on Monday in one of my favourite Galway hang out spots, the lovely House Hotel. The late lamented Gerry Gavin had launched the first festival programme and the delightful Máirín Uí Chomáin the second. This year Ronan Byrne (aka The Friendly Farmer) did the honours beautifully. In a break with convention, they had not sought out a food celebrity, but in keeping with the theme of the festival, 'Food Traditions', a man of the land was called for. JP McMahon, festival chairperson, and Heather Flaherty also spoke at the launch.

Landscaping works on city’s new junctions to begin, says Crowe

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The four new traffic junctions in the city, some of which have been left “almost in a wild state”, will undergo significant landscaping works from next week with the view to bringing them up to standard and attractive for visitors by end of May.

Chairman of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee and Fianna Fáil city councillor Michael Crowe confirmed this week that a contract has been signed by the Galway City Council to carry out the landscaping works.

Volunteers sought for Knocknacarra spring clean

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The Knocknacarra spring clean takes place on Sunday April 13 at 1pm and volunteers are needed to help.

New playground floodlights helps curb anti-social behaviour

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

New floodlighting installed at the playground in Coilte and Sruthan Mhuirlinne, near Merlin Castle, had a positive reception by local residents as it has done much to curb anti-social behaviour. However, Independent councillor Terry O’Flaherty has warned that it is imperative to maintain frequent Garda patrols.

Community alert system for Mervue residents

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Mervue residents are being encouraged to take part in a community alert system, in order to help combat crime and improve security in the area.

Candidates must state their position on austerity policies says Holohan

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Election candidates cannot dismiss issues such as water taxes, property taxes, and the proposed universal medical charge as national, governmental issues, as they affect the day to day lives of ordinary people.

Third female candidate for FG in Connemara

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Three of Fine Gael’s four Connemara candidates in May’s Local Elections will be women, with Mary McHugh being the latest addition to the ticket.

Brigit’s Garden open day to mark decade of fun

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Brigit’s Garden in Roscahill will open its 10th birthday season celebrations by holding an open day this Sunday from 12 noon to 5.30pm.

There will be free admission to the award-winning Celtic Gardens, live music, fun activities around the gardens, and the official launch of the 10th birthday season. The Garden Café will also showcase a range of new café and catering menus and new gourmet picnics.

GMIT rolls out new video conferencing service between secondary schools and GMIT

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

GMIT has launched a new online talks service linking GMIT campuses and secondary schools across the country using the latest hi-definition video conferencing systems and an online learning software tool.

GMIT is one of the first institutes of technology to roll out this new service, which enables the institute to communicate directly and more frequently in real time with secondary school students and their teachers, exchanging information about GMIT programmes, CAO options, student life, innovation on campus, career paths, and a range of discipline talks and school projects.

IIHCS appointed test centre for key Mandarin language exams

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The Irish International Hotel and Catering School has announced that it has been appointed by the Confucius Institute in UCC as a test centre for the YCT and HSK exams (Mandarin language exams administrated by Hanban the cultural department of the Chinese government).

Sam Lipsyte: Doulos, Dungeon Masters, and delusions

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

One of the most endearing truths about Galway is its capacity for broadening minds and horizons.

Galway City East - odds are good for a first SF seat since 2004

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

John Mulholland and Keith Finnegan recently discussed the bookmaker’s odds for all the local election candidates across the city on Galway Bay FM.

Calls for CCTV cameras for Salthill and Knocknacarra

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

CCTV cameras should be installed in “trouble spots” in Salthill and Knocknacarra as a way of both tackling and discouraging anti-social behaviour.

Renmore residents urged to be vigilant following break-ins

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Renmore householders need to be vigilant for themselves and their neighbours, following a spate of break-ins in the area.

Free WEEE recycling events in Portumna, Loughrea and Mountbellew

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

WEEE Ireland, the Irish compliance scheme for electrical and battery recycling, is holding three free recycling events in Galway this Saturday, April 5. The collection events, in association with Galway County Council, will take place from 10am – 4pm at the following locations: Mart Yart, Portumna; Supervalu Loughrea; and the Regional Co-Operative Mart, Ballygar Road, Mountbellew.

O’Flaherty labels dirty dog owners a ‘disgrace’

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Dog owners who allow their pets to foul in public areas and do not clean the mess left behind are “a disgrace” with “no regard” for anyone else.

Celebrate Communion or confirmation in style at the Radisson Blu

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Host your Communion or confirmation gathering at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway and celebrate with all the family in style.

The legacy of an angel

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

It is amazing how much positivity can come out of a happening that seems to bring nothing but sadness.

Discounts this April with Standún in aid of Galway Simon Community

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

This April Standún Spiddal have teamed up with the Galway Simon Community to help raise awareness and funding for homeless people in Galway. For the month of April, they are encouragingpeopletodonateany unwanted or unused clothes. Standún are kicking things off by hosting a coffee morning on Saturday April 5 between 11am and 2pm in aid of the Galway Simon Community at their store, located in the heart of Connemara and just 12 miles from Galway City.

All walks of life at Cope fashion show

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

COPE Charity Shop on Augustine Street will come to life on April 9 with a unique fashion show with the theme "All Walks Of Life." Cope staff and volunteers will model and put on view a range of clothing and accessories from the shop.

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