MCD seeks to host two day festival in Galway

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

MCD, one of the leading music and events promoters in Ireland, has applied to the Galway City Council for permission to stage a two day festival in Galway this summer.

Search on for Rehab Galway People of the Year

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

The search is continuing and the closing date has been extended for nominations from the public for the 10 people who will be chosen as Rehab Galway People of the year. The presentation of those awards is now one of the highlights of the Galway social calendar and it will take place in April.

Support group Renew to hold meetings in Tuam

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Renew is a group of people who understand that mutual support and personal exploration are key elements in overcoming emotional, psychological, and spiritual distress.

Hotel Meyrick celebrates one hundred and sixty years at the heart of hospitality in Galway

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Since opening its doors in 1852, the luxury four star Hotel Meyrick which overlooks the historic Eyre Square at the heart of Galway City has welcomed more than six million visitors.

BBC Radio 4 to premiere new Julian Gough play

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

The Great Squanderland Roof, the new play by writer, poet, and singer Jullian Gough will be broadcast on BBC Radio 4’s Afternoon Drama show at 2.15pm on Tuesday February 28.

Change the way you see the world with Optilase

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Have you ever thought about freeing yourself from the hassle of glasses and fiddly contact lenses and changing the way you see the world? Well, now is your chance to explore the possibilities of life-changing laser eye surgery by visiting Optilase in Shop Street for a open information evening tomorrow, February 24.

Last call for nominations for 2012 Mayor’s Awards

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

The Mayor of Galway City, Councillor Hildgarde Naughton is urging the public to get nominating for this year’s Mayor’s Awards and help celebrate the fantastic work of volunteers across the spectrum of community life in the city.

Stressed Mayo woman goes on clothing theft spree, court hears

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Stress led to a Mayo woman entering two department stores and stealing nearly €700 worth clothing in just one day, the Galway District Court heard this week.

Public meeting to oppose septic tank charge

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

A public meeting is being organised by Independent county councillors Thomas Welby regarding the septic tank legislation.

Reunion for Coláiste Einde’s class of 1987

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Former students who left Coláiste Einde in Salthill in 1987 are invited to attend a 25th anniversary reunion in May.

Sexual assault accused sent for trial

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

A 35-year-old-man, who denies four counts of sexual assault, has been sent forward for trial.

HSE West publishes plan to maintain critical services with tight budget

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Critical services will be maintained despite the effects of retirements and budget restraints, that is according to regional director of operations John Hennessy at the launch of the West Area Service Plan for 2012.

Fancy €1,000 just for joining a beef discussion group?

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

A new scheme will see individual beef and suckler farmers who join up and attend a discussion group get a cheque for approximately €1,000 per member from the Department of Agriculture.

Ó Clochartaigh calls on rural communities to unite in oppose austerity policies

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Communities in County Galway must unite and be vocal in their opposition to the Government’s austerity policies which will do nothing but “undermine the social fabric of our rural areas”.

A perfect getaway for everyone at the four-star Ballykisteen Hotel and Golf Resort

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

elebrating its fifth birthday in 2012, Ballykisteen Hotel and Golf Resort in Co Tipperary has become a leading wedding and family break hotel. The resort prides itself on being a key part of the local community.

Michael D to pay first visit as president to NUI Galway

Thu, Feb 23, 2012

Fifty years after his enrolment as a mature student Michael D Higgins is to pay a visit, for the first time as President of Ireland, to NUI Galway tomorrow afternoon.

Thousands of cruise passengers to disembark at Galway from May

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

The local economy will to benefit from a major boost with the influx of more than 6,000 tourists arriving on cruise liners into Galway Bay during the months to come.

Galway to sign cultural agreement with Stirling

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

Galway and the Scottish city of Stirling are on the verge of signing an agreement that is hoped will boost cultural ties between the cities and provide a boost for the arts, tourism, and the local economies.