Seek support to quit smoking with UHG help

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

People who want to quit smoking - the main preventable cause of death and disability - this year can avail of support from Galway University Hospitals.

Former Mountjoy governor calls for end to alcohol companies sponsoring sporting events

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

The former governor of Mountjoy Prison is calling for a “tougher” attitude to alcohol, describing it as one of the major dangers facing young people today.

Tidy Towns volunteers sought for Saturday

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

The Galway City Tidy Towns group is calling for volunteers this Saturday to help remove fly posters and graffiti, weeding, and picking up of litter.

City woman jailed for burglary and theft attempt

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

A young Bohermore woman who stole more than €2,800 worth of cosmetics and other goods from city business premises, as well as being involved in a burglary attempt, was sentenced to 14 months in jail at Galway District Court this week.

Government must reverse decision to close Garda stations says Ó Cuív

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Shutting down 10 garda stations across Galway city and county is a “dangerous decision” which must be reversed immediately.

Nolan demands action on ‘delinquent landlords’

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

“Delinquent landlords” are the root cause of the growing problem of anti-social activity in Galway and must be made financially responsible for their tenants’ behaviour.

Ó Cuív seeks constituency name change to Galway West-South Mayo

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Éamon Ó Cuív has joined his constituency colleague Brian Walsh, and possible constituency colleague John O’Mahoney, in calling for Galway West to be renamed.

Dep Ó Cuív is calling for the constituency to be called Galway West-South Mayo as the electoral area now includes the areas around Cong, Shrule, Ballinrobe, Kilmaine, and Garrymore.

Connemara woman to be sentenced in March after guilty manslaughter verdict

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

The jury in the trial of a Connemara woman who stabbed her former boyfriend 18 times was found not guilty of murder but guilty of manslaughter at the Central Criminal Court sitting in Galway.

City assault accused sent forward for trial

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

A 24-year-old man has been sent forward for trial in relation to a serious assault which occurred in the city centre on Christmas Eve more than two years ago.

Shannon Walsh, with an address at 3 Mount Carmel, 216 Upper Salthill, was brought in custody before Galway District Court charged with allegedly assaulting a man causing him harm at Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, on December 24, 2012, contrary to Section 3 of the Non Fatal Offences Against the Person Act.

Mayor calls for nominations for annual awards

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Galwegians who volunteer in all areas of city life, be it sport, the arts, youth work, or in the community generally, are eligible for nomination for The Mayor’s Awards 2012.

Stateside Solutions expands its Galway operations

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Galway woman Mary Rodgers is generating employment for her county by extending operations of her USA based market entry consultancy company - Stateside Solutions to local shores. The firm’s Galway branch will be situated in the level one office suites of Liosban Business Park and the company is enjoying this commercial growth despite the hindering presence of the recession.

Coal caller — further remand for phone and coal thief

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

A 19-year-old Rahoon man who has been charged with allegedly stealing mobile phones as well as tresspassing and stealing bags of coal from residential properties has been remanded on continuing bail.

Recycle old mobile phones for Autism Ireland

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

The Galway branch of Irish Autism Action is calling on the public to recycle their old mobile phones to help raise funds for the organisation, and be in with a chance to win prizes.

Irish Autism Action and Swapkit are running this joint initiative whereby people can leave in their old phones to four designated drop-off points around the city:

Galway rally ready to roar this weekend

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

A capacity 115 teams will compete in this year’s Safety Direct Galway International Rally which takes place on Saturday and Sunday.

NUIG president pays tribute to Éamon de Buitléar

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Éamon de Buitléar’s contribution to Irish society “has enriched the lives of many generations” according to NUI Galway president Dr Jim Browne.

City council fund residents’ association to buy former hotel for use as community centre

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Galway City Council has agreed to give what councillor Frank Fahy described as “a measly €200,000” towards turning a hotel in Doughiska into a community centre.

At Monday’s city council meeting, councillors agreed in principle to provide funding to Doughiska Residents’ Association to help purchase a hotel building in the area.

Minister honours city swimming pioneers during visit to Leisureland

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Michael Ring TD, Minister of State for Tourism and Sport visited Leisureland last week on the invitation of Leisureland’s board of directors. His visit to the Salthill facility was dual-purpose. Firstly, the minister wanted to see first hand the new improvements to Leisureland’s pool plant facilities, which were upgraded recently, aided by the provision of a substantial grant from the ministers department.

Galway Novena to begin on Monday

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Thousands of people are expected in Galway over the next week and a half for the annual Solemn Novena in honour of Our Mother of Perpetual Help, one of the highlights of the Catholic calendar in the west.

Previous years have seen crowds of between eight and 10 thousand people attending the novena sessions in the Cathedral each day.

Exhibitors invited to register for Galway Health and Fitness Expo

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Galway city will host a two-day Health and Fitness Expo at the Black Box venue on March 2 and 3. The event, partnered by the Galway Advertiser, promises to offer something for everyone from sports enthusiasts to those looking to improve their health or take up an exciting new hobby.

Galway Health and Fitness Expo will provide businesses operating in the health, fitness, sports and recreational arena with the perfect platform to showcase their products and services to thousands of people over two action packed days.

Fabulous Dyrberg/Kern collection at Kilkenny stores

Thu, Jan 31, 2013

Searching for the perfect gift for a special lady this Valentines? Look no further than the fabulous new Dyrberg/Kern collection, available from Kilkenny stores nationwide and online from www.kilkennyshop.com. The Danish label has something to suit all tastes and styles, with a stunning selection of earrings, watches, necklaces and costume pieces sure to set eyes alight this Valentines – and perfect compliment for any date night outfit!

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