Witnesses sought in Renmore motorcycle crash

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Gardai investigating a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcyclist at the weekend are continuing their appeal for witnesses.

Get ready to grow a moustache for Movember

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

“A man without a moustache is like a cup of tea without sugar” goes an old English proverb, and if you agree you should take part in Movember.

Winter Celebration with Cancer Care West

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Cancer Care West are excited to announce their Winter celebration of food wine and song Quarta Bella Notte, will be taking place on Friday November 12 in The Hotel Meyrick Galway. The evening will commence with a Prosecco reception and be followed by a superb meal accompanied by specially chosen wines for each course in the style of the old Galway wine club.

Students to explore Darwin exhibit during Galway science festival

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Darwin’s Theory Of Evolution will be part of the Galway Science and Technology Festival and pupils from Galway schools will be able to see some of the original specimens which Darwin collected in support of his theory.

Galway Muslims to hold Annual Convention

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

The Galway Islamic Cultural Centre will hold its first Annual Convention 2010 in the Live Lounge of the Radisson Blu Hotel on Friday November 5 from 4pm.

Ryan Tubridy to sign JFK book in Dubray

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

The visit of US president John F Kennedy to Ireland in June 1963, just five months before his assassination, and its impact on the nation, is explored in a new book by broadcaster Ryan Tubridy.

Port is central to Galway’s future prosperity

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

“A modern port facility for Galway, catering for commercial shipping traffic and the development of Galway as a centre for Ocean Energy, cruise liners and marine leisure is pivotal to the future progression of the city,” according to Captain Brian Sheridan, Harbour Master who made his comments in advance of the Galway 2040 Symposium to be held in GMIT on Friday November 5.

NUI Galway SU launches nationwide ‘Tell Your TD’ e-campaign

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

The threat of an increase in registration fees and a cut to maintenance grants has prompted the NUI Galway’s Student Union to take action by launching a nationwide e-campaign which aims to provide students with a platform to air their views and to lobby local TDs.

Spooky goings on at Central Park this week

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Central Park presents The Zombies Prom, on Halloween Night (Sunday Oct 31). The event will be held in association with Bavaria and doors will open at 10.30.

Don’t let your pets be scared this Halloween

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

While the ghouls will be having a howl of a time this weekend, Halloween can be very stressful and frightening time for pets.

Atlantaquaria to build penguin sanctuary following funding boost

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

A penguin sanctuary, which it is hoped will enhance the positive educational environment for visitors from home and abroad, will be a major part of the refurbishment plans for Galway Atlantiquaria, which has received nearly €700,000 in funding.

Healy Eames runs marathon for Cystic Fibrosis Galway

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

“Much still needs to be done for cystic fibrosis patients living in the Galway area,” said Fine Gael Senator Fidelma Healy Eames, who successfully completed the Dublin City Marathon on Monday in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Galway.

Galway firm launches revolutionary web technology

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Galway-based technology company Wiccle have become the first Irish company to fully develop an open source Content Management System (CMS).

Designed with start-up companies in mind, the technology allows both developers and end users create and maintain websites without the need for technical knowledge of html, php, java, and other coding.

Jim Corr to bring Meltdown Tour to Galway

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Musician Jim Corr has caused a lot of controversy with his views on global politics, 9/11, international financial systems, and the future plans of the EU.

Matz at the g hosts world renowned sommelier for gourmet wine dinner

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

The five star g Hotel and one of the most renowned Spanish wineries, Bodegas Valdemar have collaborated to create an epicure evening of gourmet wine and fine dining experience in Matz at the g on Wednesday November 10. Commencing with a cava and canapé reception, distinguished sommelier Cristina Alvarez Flores - one of Rioja’s youngest and most dynamic winemakers - will personally tutor guests on devising the perfect wine selection, specifically chosen to complement each dish from starter to dessert. Award-winning executive chef, Stefan Matz and his culinary team will serve a five-course gourmet feast in Matz at the g, making it the perfect evening to explore your sumptuous taste buds while enhancing your connoisseur skills.

Award winning youth website now available in fifty languages

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

SpunOut.ie, the pioneering web site driven by a Galway based national youth organisation, has announced that it is now fluent in fifty languages.

From now on its many users will be able to translate the popular website into languages including Polish, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, and Irish. It means that SpunOut.ie's 5,000 pages of quality content can now be translated at the click of a mouse, ensuring more young people in an increasing diverse Ireland can receive information on sexual and mental health, find support services, and engage with other young people on health, social, and political issues.

Rape Crisis Centre collection this weekend

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

The Galway Rape Crisis Centre’s annual church gate collection is this coming weekend October 30 and 31. The centre depends on the generosity of the people of Galway to be able to continue the work it does, and time and time again, the people of Galway have not let it down.

Connacht Rugby support goes global

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

Connacht Rugby has reached the four corners of the earth, according to CEO Gerry Kelly.

Fashion, frolics and fun at The Ardilaun hotel wedding fair

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

The Ardilaun hotel is busy preparing for another Annual Wedding Fair which promises to be bigger and better than ever, where all brides and grooms-to-be and their families can come along free of charge on Sunday November 7 from 2pm to 6pm to see Galway’s favourite wedding venue for themselves. The Ardilaun offers an oasis of calm in private, secluded surroundings for your special day, with new wedding proposal packages for everyone.

Halloween - a great time to restart school plans

Thu, Oct 28, 2010

We all start the school year with great intentions but by Halloween many such plans have either fallen apart or have not even started at all.

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