LGBT community demand gay resource centre for Galway

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

Galway’s status as the only city in Ireland not to have a resource centre for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, could be coming to an end.

Public meeting on Lough Atalia roadworks

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

A public meeting will be held today on the proposed lowering of the road under Lough Atalia railway bridge.

Lyons rejects calls for Leisureland board to be dismissed

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

The fallout from the announcement that Leisureland swimming pool is set to remain closed until at least the end of this year continues, with demands that the current Leisureland board be dismissed.

Renmore convent development fails to receive blessing from residents

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

Plans for a new two-storey Sisters of Mercy convent in Renmore have failed to receive the blessing of local residents who have lodged an objection against the proposed development with An Bord Pleanála.

Kick Assphalt Run early bird discount ending soon

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

The 15 per cent early bird discount for the Galway Simon Community Kick Assphalt Run is coming to an end on April 30.

Lydons continue to provide expert flooring service after 20 years

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

LydonsCarpetand Flooring Centre in Moycullen hasrecently acquired the agency for Pergo, which claims to be world’s first manufacturer of laminates.

The Pergo range is extensive, with some products carrying a 30 year guarantee, which is another reason for Lydons to celebrate as they start their 21st year in business.

N2 Style Catering provides everything from finger food to wedding service

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

N2 Style Catering is an event catering company in operation since 1998, which is based in Upper Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway.

Galway’s party hot spot at The Stock Exchange Bar

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

The Stock Exchange Bar, a four-floor venue at 34 Shop Street, is the ideal place to hold a party of any size.

A night to remember at the five-star Glenlo Abbey Hotel

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

Glenlo Abbey Hotel was the chosen setting for a gourmet dinner for the visiting wine exporter of the famous Antinori wine family.

New cocktail bar at Halo

Thu, Apr 24, 2014

Halo Nightclub is launching its new cocktail bar and menu tomorrow with 10 new and exciting cocktails from which to choose.

Closing Aran Island air service could lead to island depopulation

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

The PSO for the air services amounts to an annual subvention of €1,880,913 to run the flights as well as the three aerodromes on the Aran Islands and the Connemara Regional Airport in Indreabhán. Aer Arann Islands currently employs 38 full-time and two part-time staff, to run these services.

The report says the Aer Arann PSO “compares very favourably to PSOs for other regional airports” such as Kerry (an average of €5,236,999 a year).

Galway mourns the tragic loss of two local men

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

The funeral takes place today of Patrick O’Connor, the man who was tragically killed in a fire in his home in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Food glorious food - Galway Food Festival begins today

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Galway Food Festival, the annual event celebrating the city as a good food destination, highlighting food provenance, sustainability, and healthy eating, opens today and runs throughout the Easter Weekend.

Supermac’s head buys Loughrea Hotel & Spa

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Galway businessman Pat McDonagh has purchased the Loughrea Hotel & Spa.

Built six years ago at a reported cost of €20 million, the Loughrea hotel has been operating while in receivership for the past two years.

Three decade wait is over for €3.4 million Ballinfoile Community Centre

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

After three decades of campaigning and a “litany of false promises” local community groups and activists have welcomed the long-awaited signing of the €3.4 million contract for the Ballinfoile Community Neighbourhood Centre which took place at City Hall yesterday.

Council blasted for lack of information on Lough Atalia Bridge works

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

City councillors have refused to give approval to works to lower the road under Lough Atalia Bridge until proper consultation is carried out with businesses and locals affected by the estimated two-month closure of this major route and the details of a full transport management plan are provided.

Druid to premiere new Tom Murphy play

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Brigit, the new play by Tom Murphy, is to receive its world premiere in County Galway later this year, in a staging by Druid Theatre Company.

Fashionistas arrive in Galway for Irish Fashion Innovation Awards

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Fashionistas from all over Ireland flock to Galway today for the fifth annual Irish Fashion Innovation Awards which take place in the Radisson Blu Hotel.

Rás Chonamara supports Galway Autism

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

The popular Rás Chonamara takes place this Easter Bank Holiday weekend with 100 riders competing for the annual Gerry Clancy Memorial Trophy.

‘We shouldn’t have to pay for water, twice’ says Emrich

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Water charges are not about water conservation, but about profit as the as yet unknown standing charge will have to be paid even if a household uses no water.

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