Samaritans urging people to look out for others on World Suicide Prevention Day #RUOK

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

It all goes back to the old adage, ‘A problem shared is a problem halved.’ To mark World Suicide Prevention Day which takes place today, Samaritans is encouraging anyone worried about a friend, colleague, or family member who may be struggling to cope to simply ask, ‘Are you OK?’

Not everyone finds it easy to start a conversation that may be uncomfortable. And not everyone shows signs that they are struggling with difficult thoughts or feelings. But simple human contact - knowing that you are not alone with your troubles and that someone will listen can make a big difference, even at really difficult times.

Young writers sought for Comórtas Uí Chonaire competition

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Comórtas Uí Chonaire, a competition to inspire a new generation of young writers to engage in creative writing as Gaeilge has been launched as a project for the upcoming 1916 Easter Rising commemoration.

The magic of animals - on canvas at Renzo

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

JEAN O’CONNOR grooms dogs professionally part-time and tends horses, and for 10 years worked with members of the US equestrian team. Little wonder then that her art focuses extensively on animals.

Go Wild and have fun in Clarinbridge this weekend

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Go Wild In Clarinbridge is a day of free events, taking place on Saturday September 19 from 10am, and continuing throughout the day, with all events related to the local natural environment.

Niall Ó Tuathail to run for Social Democrats in Galway West/Mayo South

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Niall Ó Tuathail’s declaration to run as the Social Democrat candidate for Galway-West in Election 2016 comes as little surprise, despite the fact that he originally announced his candidacy, earlier this year, as an Independent.

Gormleys Fine Art opens in Galway city

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

One of Ireland’s leading art galleries, Gormleys Fine Art has opened a new gallery in Galway City, located at 22 High Street. Established 25 years next year, Gormleys have galleries in Dublin and Belfast, along with an international presence through exhibiting at prestigious International art fairs.

Growing in personal solidity

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Would you like to feel more in charge of your life, to make better decisions, to understand yourself better? Would you like to feel more grounded in who you are so that you can be more true to yourself with your teenage child, a colleague at work, or in the face of a crisis?

Leaving Certificate higher level English classes

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

RL Grinds will commence a series of higher level Leaving Cert English classes on Friday September 25 at 7pm.

Ten years of design and style at Design House Barna

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Design House Barna, tonight marks a decade of styling and dressing women from the west and all over Ireland.

The high-end fashion boutique has become a destination store because of the designers they carry,such as Mat De Misaine and Armor-Lux from France.

Kick the wall after dark in Galway’s inaugural Night Run in aid of Croi

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Galway Company Revive Active is calling on the people of the West to don the reflective gear and take to the Prom this October 16 for the first ever Galway Night Run on the Prom.

Welcome to Galway City Culture Night 2015 — Friday September 18

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

As Galway prepares its bid for the glittering prize of European Capital of Culture 2020 Galway Culture Night showcases just a fraction of the year in culture in our beloved city and county. Friday September 18th brings a cornucopia of cultural treasures as our arts, heritage and community venues throw open their doors, joining Ireland’s national culture party. Hundreds of Galway’s finest artists and creative citizens will showcase their work for free in endlessly imaginative ways, joyfully presenting a super showcase of work made by Galway for Galway and the world. Galway was recently awarded UNESCO City of Film status and has joined the international Creative Cities network; this Culture Night programme shows our city and county at their creative best.

What's on during Galway City Culture Night 2015 — Friday September 18

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

091 Labs, 5-9pm
Roxboro House,

All that is happening during Culture Night in County Galway Friday September 18th

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

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Meascra cainte agus ceoil agus taispeantas ar thraidisiuin na h’aite ag an scailp chulturtha. 5.00i.n. go dtí 8.00i.n., Leabharlann na Ceathrún Rua Míreanna ceoil agus damhsa le dreasa cainte eatharthu faoi ghnéithe ealaíne, seanchais, scéalaíochta, dinnsheanchais, staire agus oidhreachta áitiúla.

Meascra cainte agus ceoil agus taispeantas ar thraidisiuin na h’aite ag an scailp chulturtha. 5.00i.n. go dtí 8.00i.n., Leabharlann na Ceathrún Rua Míreanna ceoil agus damhsa le dreasa cainte eatharthu faoi ghnéithe ealaíne, seanchais, scéalaíochta, dinnsheanchais, staire agus oidhreachta áitiúla.

Ireland should take up to 10,000 Syrian refugees - Healy-Eames

Tue, Sep 08, 2015

Ireland should be prepared to take in 10,000 Syrian refugees, with each parish in the State being willing to accommodate five families each, according to Independent Galway West Senator Fidelma Healy-Eames.

Jobs boost as Deloitte establishes Galway office with thirty new posts

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Galway’s financial services sector got a boost this morning (Thursday) with the announcement by Deloitte that it is establishing a Galway office, with the creation of 30 positions.

Galway’s top rental website shows just 113 properties available as shortfall hits

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Classifieds.advertiser.ie, Galway’s largest online property rental site, shows a total of 113 properties are available for rent in Galway City largest (Wednesday).

This figure is the total number of properties available for rent from single room bedsits to six bedroom properties. It also includes property available for rent as ‘digs’. This is a significant decrease on the number of properties normally available at this time of the year, and reflects the overall shortage of supply in the market, and the annual influx of students which is taking place.

Crowe calls for mandatory sentencing for burglars

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Mandatory sentencing of three years must be introduced for any person convicted of burglary or attempted burglary, a city councillor has demanded, following a spate of burglaries in Bohermore and Westside in recent weeks.

The call has come from Fianna Fáil city councillor Ollie Crowe who described burglary as "a scourge", and said it was "entirely unacceptable for people to be living in fear in their own homes". He has called for the three year sentences, arguing that too often, "offenders receive a sickening light sentence" or "no gaol time at all", while the victims of such actions "remain scarred for years to come". He added: "This does not reflect justice in any way, shape, or form."

Sheridan to run for Greens in Galway West – South Mayo

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Local businessman Seamus Sheridan has been selected to run for the Green Party in the next general election in the Galway West–South Mayo constituency.

Educate Together opens new school in Tuam

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Tuam Educate Together National School welcomed its first intake of nine junior infants this week. The school, based in in the former St Patrick’s CBS on the Dublin Road, is one of three new Educate Together national schools around the country as part of the divestment process.

Communication skills — a passport to success

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

A person’s ability to speak clearly and engagingly has an enormous impact on his/her self confidence, appreciation of language, literature, and art, and ability to communicate effectively throughout life. Whether interacting with fellow pupils and school teachers, delivering a presentation to colleagues, or performing in the public arena, being an articulate, engaging, speaker is an invaluable skill. When better to develop promote skills than in childhood?

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