Conradh to begin Irish courses for adults

Thu, May 15, 2014

Conradh na Gaeilge will shortly begin its three-week intensive Irish language course for adults, and whether you are a novice or have the cúpla focal, there is a level to suit you.

‘Mummy, What is that man for?’

Thu, May 15, 2014

A story is told that when William Ewart Gladstone, the great 19th century Liberal Parliamentarian and prime minister was on the campaign trail, delivering one of his marathon three-hour speeches, a little girl in the crowd turned to her mother and asked, “Mummy, what is that man for?”

American candidate seeks to bring US companies to Galway

Thu, May 15, 2014

An American citizen, living in Galway, and standing in the local elections, is campaigning on a platform of bringing US companies to Galway.

Marc Anderson, who is running as an Independent in Galway City Central, said his main goal, if elected, is to “generate jobs in Galway by bringing in companies from the US”.

What did Enda Kenny mean by that question?

Wed, May 14, 2014

An “outrageous line of questioning”, or an “amiable exchange”? An encounter between An Taoiseach Enda Kenny and a protester in Galway recently, has left very differing impressions on those involved.

Protests could pull plug on Galway water metering and bill payments

Thu, May 08, 2014

As the country considers the water charges signed off by the Government this week, a campaign of civil disobedience is already being planned and could see Galway householders following in the footsteps of protestors in Cork and Dublin by blocking attempts to install meters or refusing to pay the water bill.

Funding to restore Oughterard Courthouse approved

Thu, May 08, 2014

Nearly half a million in funding has been announced for the redevelopment of Oughterard Courthouse.

Galway city rejoins IBAL Litter League

Thu, May 08, 2014

Galway city will once again be joining the Irish Business Against Litter in its annual anti-litter league campaign.

Tenders sought for €100,000 Blackrock Diving Tower repair works

Thu, May 08, 2014

The iconic Blackrock Diving Tower could soon receive a face lift as Galway City Council is currently seeking tenders for the rehabilitation project which is estimated to cost in the region of €100,000.

Flannery accuses Leisureland board of 'dereliction of duty'

Thu, May 08, 2014

Local Election candidate for Galway West, Pearce Flannery, has reacted angrily to the news that the board of Leisureland is to only receive an update from the facility’s management at a monthly meeting tomorrow, May 9.

Return of seven day burial is the 'right decision', says Crowe

Thu, May 08, 2014

After more than a year of campaigning for its return, the seven day burial service is due to be restored by the end of this year, according to city councillor Ollie Crowe who described it as the “right outcome”.

Conservation funding for former industrial school

Thu, May 08, 2014

More than €300,000 in funding has been announced this week for refurbishment and conservation works at the former industrial school in Letterfrack.

The funding, totalling €321,564 and allocated under the LEADER elements of the Rural Development Programme, will go towards architectural and energy conservation works to the roof and 72 windows of the building.

Garden of 'thanksgiving and remembrance' opened in Salthill

Thu, May 08, 2014

A national commemorative garden, which highlights the importance of organ donation and is the first of its kind in Ireland, will be a place of thanksgiving and remembrance, according to the couple who set up the project.

Council must tackle public transport, footpaths, and pedestrian crossings

Thu, May 08, 2014

Cathal Ó Conchúir, Sinn Fein's candidate for Galway City West, has this week highlighted the lack of public transport in certain sections of Galway.

New motorway will improve access to Knock Airport

Thu, May 08, 2014

Ireland West Airport Knock welcomed the announcement by the Government of the construction of a new motorway between the towns of Gort and Tuam, which when complete will provide improved access and shorter journey times between Galway and Ireland West Airport Knock.

Galway Bay should be used as a local source of revenue

Thu, May 08, 2014

Galway city and county councils should enchance Galway Bay’s value as a key asset and driver of economic growth, says local Fianna Fáil candidate MacDara Hosty.

Joyce’s to hold gluten free tasting events

Thu, May 08, 2014

Joyce’s supermarkert will be running four days of gluten free food tasting from Wednesday 14 to Saturday 19 in each of its four stores across Galway, to highlight the extensive range of gluten-free foods Joyce’s supplies.

Cheevers calling on Government to help Renmore school

Thu, May 08, 2014

Fianna Fáil local election candidate for Galway City East Alan Cheevers has called on the Department of Education to urgently look at funding for a new school for Scoil Chaitriona in Renmore.

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.

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.

Students can apply for the scheme if they are studying two or more of the following subjects: physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, mathematics and applied mathematics.

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