Tuam woman tames the Dragons in the Den

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

A company founded by a Tuam woman has secured funding through Dragons Den to allow them to bring safe manageable solutions for parent with children who suffer from allergies, and anaphylaxis and asthma.

Meningitis charity urges people to learn about the symptoms of the disease

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

The head of a national meningitis charity says it is important that people realise that anyone of any age can get the condition.

Colloquium on commercial sex to be held at NUI Galway

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

A colloquium on commercial sex will be hosted by the Commercial Sex Researchers Network of Ireland (CSNRI) in conjunction with the NUI Galway-UL Gender Arc on Tuesday, 3 May in Room 110, St. Anthony’s Building, NUI Galway.

Learn about ME at free documentary screening

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

A screening of a documentary about ME/chronic fatigue syndrome next month will give the public a glimpse into the reality of life with this debilitating illness, according to the co-ordinator of the Galway ME Support Group.

Supermac’s wins Franchise of the Year title at Irish Franchise Awards in capital

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Supermac’s won Retail Franchise of the Year at the Irish Franchise Awards 2016 last Friday night which took place in the Radisson St Helen’s Hotel in Dublin. The awards, held in association with AIB, recognise excellence in franchising and reward the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals in the franchise industry. The Irish Franchise Awards celebrate 21 years this year and it is one of the longest running business award ceremonies in Ireland. 230 guests attended the black-tie gala event hosted by Newstalk’s Jonathan Healy. Mr Tony Fitzpatrick was honoured with a Special Lifetime Achievement Award at the ceremony.

Kyne welcomes further investment in broadband in Galway

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Fine Gael TD for Galway West and Mayo South, Seán Kyne TD has welcomed the roll out of new broadband services in Galway which will see tens of thousands of homes receive broadband of blistering speed over the next year.

In the coming weeks Irish-owned telecom company, Imagine, is introducing fibre-powered broadband for households and businesses in Galway. and Deputy Kyne recently met with the commercial director of Imagine to learn of the company’s plans for next generation broadband in Galway.

NUI Galway to host renowned Plum Village Monastics mindfulness event tonight

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

NUI Galway will tonight host an ‘An Evening of Mindfulness’ in association with Mindfulness Ireland, exploring the practice of Mindfulness.

Local study reveals new approach to treat breast cancers resistant to endocrine

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Scientists at NUI Galway have completed a research study funded by Breast Cancer Now that has begun to unravel why women with estrogen receptor positive breast cancer develop a resistance to endocrine treatment, and have found a potential new approach to overcome the problem.

Sports stars get on their bikes for Samaritans

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

The race is on to find the fastest team in the west of Ireland as Galway Samaritans launches its 40th anniversary cyclathon challenge.

Some 100 teams will assemble in Eyre Square on Saturday (April 30 ) at 10am to compete on exercise bikes in a series of ten 40-minute races throughout the day.

Poetry on the menu at local hospitals

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

To celebrate Poetry Day today (Thursday) a menu of poems called "Soul Food" will be distributed throughout Irish hospital wards, waiting rooms and other healthcare settings for patients, visitors and staff to enjoy.

Take part in Bank Holiday 5k run/walk and help save Grace

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

St James’ Ladies Football Club, in partnership with The Saving Grace Trust are holding their inaugural 5km road race/fun run on bank holiday Monday next May 2 at 11am.

PMS to hold cheese and wine night as work begins on its next musical comedy

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

The Patrician Musical Society is back on song and the group will present the hilarious musical comedy How the West Wasn’t Won in the Town Hall Theatre for four nights at 8pm from October 5 to 8.

Written by Peter Kennedy, this show takes a different look at the classical musicals Calamity Jane, Annie Get your Gun, and Oklahoma with such characters as the Loan Ranger, Butch Chastity, and Annie Oakleaf. Peter Kennedy will also direct and choreograph; musical director is John Roe and Martha O’Toole is chorus mistress. This promises to be a night of great comedy and music.

School choirs from all over Ireland to sing in SCCUL schools choral competition

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

School choirs from all over Ireland will perform in the SCCUL Schools Choral Competition on Friday May 6. The competition which is hosted by GMIT will see choirs from Dublin, Donegal, Sligo, Mayo and Galway compete at Primary and Post- Primary level.

Have a cuppa and help people with dementia

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Galway people are being asked to support a major annual fundraiser being run by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland.

Ballinasloe Tennis Club family fun day this Saturday

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Ballinasloe Tennis Club have an action-packed day planned for this Saturday. As well as the chance to see two professional tennis players in a demonstration match, there will be plenty of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages and interests.

Firemen and a fire engine from Ballinasloe Fire Brigade will be in attendance, and Civil Defence will be there with an ambulance and boat as well as demonstrating their new drone.

Thousands on dental waiting lists with 'further delays on the cards'

Tue, Apr 26, 2016

More than 3,000 children are waiting for orthodontic appointments in the West, while almost 1,000 have been on a waiting list for two years or more. Now a Galway TD has claimed "further delays are on the cards" due to staffing issues at University Hospital Galway.

Suzanne Jackson Launches Eyre Cocktail Bar

Mon, Apr 25, 2016

Over 200 people attended the official launch of Eyre Cocktail Bar with blogger and creator of the SueSueMe brand Suzanne Jackson on Friday night. The global digital influencer also unveiled SoSipMe her signature cocktail which appears on our new cocktail menu – it’s a blend of vodka, crème de menthe and kiwi liquer and crushed ice.

Joe Healy strolls home in IFA race

Thu, Apr 21, 2016

It has never happened before that an IFA President was elected on the first count, but such was Joe Healy’s landslide victory that he exceeded the quota, taking more than 14,000 votes, a whopping 50 per cent of the electorate. It really was a stunning victory and it was obvious the Athenry dairy farmer’s message had resonated right across the country.

Academic asks for Galway to take survey on unionist attitudes in the Republic

Thu, Apr 21, 2016

The commemorations of, and interest in, the centenary of the 1916 Rising have shown how the Irish public remain both proud of, and fascinated by, this key event in the struggle for independence.

Primary Medical Cert 'discriminates against' the blind says Rabbitte

Thu, Apr 21, 2016

Eligibility for the Primary Medical Cert must be extended to the blind, and those with certain medical conditions which prevent them from driving, so as not to leave such people "reliant on the goodwill of family and friends".

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