Open evening to mark International Brain Tumour Awareness Week

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

As part of the International Brain Tumour Awareness Week 2015 an informal open evening in Cancer Care West will be held next Wednesday (28 Oct) between 7.30 – 9.00 pm.

AIB hosts economic briefing in Galway

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c.  is holding a series of nationwide briefings on the Irish and global economy in the coming weeks, the bank has announced. The briefings are provided free to companies who register in advance.The fifth in the series takes place on November 3rd in the Clayton Hotel, Ballybrit, Galway. 

NUI Galway researchers battle it out at THREESIS 2015 competition

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Ever wondered how research at NUI Galway and St. Angela’s College in Sligo impacts upon our daily lives, those of our family and our broader community? To learn more about it the public are invited to a competition which might just answer that question on Thursday, 29 October at 6pm in An Taibhdhearc Theatre, Galway.

The THREESIS competition is an academic challenge that will see students and staff from NUI Galway and St. Angela’s College in Sligo present their research to the audience and a panel of judges in an accessible language that a non-expert can understand. Presenter of Newstalk’s Futureproof and award winning broadcaster, Jonathan McCrea will act as MC.

Another win for Galway and An Púcán

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The team at Galway’s An Púcán have just scooped another national award - this time at the 2015 Irish Whiskey Awards which were held in Dublin on Thursday last.

Clayton Hotel Galway scoops national award at the JCI Friendly Business Awards

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Clayton Hotel Galway are celebrating this week having been awarded as national winners in the Disability Access category of the JCI Ireland Friendly Business Awards 2015. 

GMIT open days to feature new interactive learning and development activities 

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Secondary school pupils, teachers, and career counsellors will find a new format at GMIT’s upcoming open days on Friday October 23 (9.30am to 12.30pm) and Saturday October 24, with a new focus on learning and development games and activities.

This year, the schools liaison office has added new interactive events to the programme schedule, including a learning games zone, smart careers networking challenges, a SUSI grant clinic, and CAO options talks. In the games zone, students and their teachers can take part in a range of challenges in STEM, business, and arts such as a laser grid, a smart car,  design a postcard, mind storms, culinary challenges, real or Photoshop, and DIY yourself, among others.

Use your 1c and 2c coins to help a good cause

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The Central Bank is beginning the process of rounding out 1c and 2c coins next Wednesday October 28, so if you wish to get rid of your coins and help a worthy cause, donate to Change for Charity.

Coffee Morning at The Connacht Hotel in aid of BCR

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The Connacht Hotel in Renmore will be hosting a coffee morning tomorrow Friday October 23 in aid of Breast Cancer Research. 

Rebecca’s busy London life makes her the city’s top Periscoper

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

A Galwaywoman is a social media pioneer in the UK after her live streaming posts have made her the largest content provider on the Periscope app.

Tony Burke Motors, Galway, wins  Carzone.ie sponsorship for Craughwell GAA

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Tony Burke Motors, a family-owned, award winning Toyota dealership in Ballybrit, Galway, has won the Carzone.ie sponsorship for their chosen local sports teams, the Craughwell U8, U10, U12 and U14 GAA teams. The lucky teams recently received the sponsored kit which consists of a set of branded jerseys, a pair of shorts and socks for every player. 

New Cloonboo Freaky Forest obstacle and family fun run

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Calling all Mammy’s, Daddies & Children, join others in Cloonboo in Annaghdown this Bank Holiday Sunday October 25 at 2pm. Located 10 mins from Galway City on the Headford Road  the Adults and Kids Forest Bog Run / Walk and Obstacle Course is a new fundraising forest walk in aid of Annaghdown Community Games 2016. 

Spectacular winter bridal sale at The White Room

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Brides will be flocking to The White Room in Mullingar for their spectacular bridal sample sale taking place on Thurs Oct 29 through to November 1.

Evergreen Barna to hold Open Day today

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

It’s that time of year again! Evergreen Barna is hosting their annual open day today Thursday October 22 from 10am until 7pm. This open day is Evergreen Healthfoods way of thanking all of their wonderful and loyal customers for their custom and support over the last number of years. Join Evergreen Barna for a day of product sampling, food tastings, face painting, prize giveaways and much more. There might even be a few surprises on the day.

Eating the right food for exercise

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Would you like to know exactly what to eat to have energy for exercise?

Nolan demands rapid introduction of free GP care for under 12s

Wed, Oct 21, 2015

The free GP care for all children under 12, announced in Budget 2016, must become a reality as soon as possible, and will only do so when the Government begins talks with doctors in Galway and across the country.

Use your 1c and 2c coins to help a good cause

Tue, Oct 20, 2015

The Central Bank is beginning the process of rounding out 1c and 2c coins next Wednesday October 28, so if you wish to get rid of your coins and help a worthy cause, donate to Change for Charity.

No funding to staff it — councillors ask for review of ‘unrealistic’ new housing scheme

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

The Galway City Council has unanimously passed a motion calling on the Government to rethink the new Housing Assistance Payment scheme, amid fears the scheme will cause chaos for the local authority due to a lack of funding to staff it.

Bake Fest founder all set for another successful weekend

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Bake Fest founder Jennie Browne believes that baking is a crucial life skill that should be taught to children from a young age. Ms Browne, herself a lifelong baker, is passionate about the accrued benefits of baking and cooking.

Crime in the Country

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

As part of the Galway Advertiser's ongoing series on rural crime, we speak to a farmer in rural Galway, who has been robbed three times, including two nights in a row in July. The man wishes to remain anonymous.

DPP Claire Loftus giving a talk in Galway today

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

The NUIG Law Society has invited the Director of Public Prosecutions Claire Loftus, to give a talk at the college today Thursday October 15. Ms Loftus is a significant figure in the law community of Ireland and the visit will be a momentous occasion for the students of NUI Galway.

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