Dogs and pups looking for new homes at MADRA Dog Adoption Day

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

A dog adoption day will take place at Trusty Pet Pals dog day care centre in Briarhill Business Park on Saturday, April 12, from 12 to 4pm.

The adoption day, organised by local dog charity MADRA, will offer those interested in adopting a dog the opportunity to talk to the MADRA team and to meet some of the dogs and pups that are currently looking for their new homes.

New lifeboat berth for Aran completes major building project for RNLI

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

Volunteer lifeboat crews with Aran Islands RNLI will now be able to launch their all weather Severn Class lifeboat faster following the installation of a 24 metre pontoon.

EU Commissioner to open annual science teachers’ conference

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

NUI Galway will host the 52nd annual Irish Science Teachers’ Association Conference on Friday and Saturday.

Aviation licence extention at Galway Airport ‘buys more time ‘

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

The Irish Aviation Authority has confirmed the aviation licence for Galway Airport has been extended for a further month, according to Fianna Fáil city councillor Peter Keane.

Jes pupils talk the talk to scoop four debating awards

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

In the space of one week, Coláiste Iognáid students demonstrated their prowess in schools debating by winning four prestigious debating prizes.

Burke warns of ‘financial gridlock’ for Galway SMEs

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

“Financial gridlock” awaits small and medium business across Galway if the local banks do not start “providing proper support for business”.

This is according to Fianna Fáil Galway City West candidate David Burke, who is raising concerns about the upcoming transition of business to SEPA for direct debits.

Cheevers calls for footpath to Galway Clinic

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

A new footpath from the Roscam/Doughiska junction to the Galway Clinic needs to be constructed as a matter of urgency, according to one local election candidate.

Fianna Fáil Galway City East candidate Alan Cheevers who said the absence of a footpath or a cyclelane on the route is “a major safety issue for local residents”, as well employees of and visitors to the hospital.

World’s top squash players contest West of Ireland Open

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

The best of national and international squash players return to Galway next week for the ‘Paddy Whack Walsh’ West of Ireland Open Squash Championships.

New suicide watch group to launch river patrols

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

Plans are under way to develop a suicide watch service along the River Corrib following a number of deaths in the river in recent weeks.

Galway Suicide Watch is the brainchild of Dillon O’Malley, who set up the initiative in response to the river and coastal searches which have become an all-too-regular occurrence in Galway. Mr O’Malley aims to set up patrols along the Corrib with volunteers who will intervene if they see someone attempting to enter the river, and help with search and rescue operations.

President hails new friendship between Ireland and Britain

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

The relationship between Ireland and Britain is “a friendly, co-operative partnership based on mutual respect, reciprocal benefit, and deep and indelible personal links”.

Ryder Cup star helping Console

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

A round of golf with Christy O’Connor jr will be the top prize at a fundraising draw being held in Oranmore tomorrow (Friday) in aid of the Lucky 60 Foundation for Console.

The international golf champion was approached last year by Declan McEntee, founder of The Lucky 60 Foundation for Console, and asked to help raise funds for the charity. He immediately offered any assistance that he could give.

Work on west’s first crematorium to start within months after site gets green light

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Ballinasloe is to be the location for the first crematorium in the west of Ireland, following a decision by An Bord Pleanala to grant full planning permission for the facility at Garbally Demesne, alongside the N6 old Ballinasloe-Loughrea road.

Connolly threatens non-co-operation with city manager over community centres

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

An outspoken city councillor is threatening to “refuse to cooperate with the city manager” if he proceeds to privatise the Knocknacarra and Ballinfoile community centres.

Independent city councillor Catherine Connolly was reacting to City Hall adverts seeking expressions of interest to manage the facilities, a move she condemned as a “disgraceful” act “against the wishes of councillors”.

Food, glorious food — Exciting programme announced for Galway Food Festival 2014

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The third Galway Food Festival programme of events was announced this week at the House Hotel by Jp McMahon, chairman of the annual event. The five day family-friendly festival will celebrate Galway as a good food destination from Thursday April 17 to Monday April 21 during the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

NUI Galway students urged to find out if they were vaccinated against measles after outbreak in university

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The HSE West is urging students at NUI Galway to find out if they have been vaccinated against measles.

City autism centre to extend its services

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

A local organisation is spearheading a project to refurbish an autism centre in the city in a bid to extend its range of services.

Cystic fibrosis group says it is still playing ‘catch up’

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The head of the local branch of a national cystic fibrosis support and advocacy group says while there have been some positive developments in the care of people with CF the organisation is still playing “catch up” due to years of under-investment in facilities.

Deacy and Ó Conchuir to upset the odds?

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Fianna Fáil’s Nicola Deacy to outpoll her running mate Ollie Crowe, and Sinn Féin’s Cathal Ó Conchuir to defy the odds and take a seat, are just two possible outcomes thrown up by recent betting odds.

Remove ‘dangerously cheap’ alcohol from the market to reduce its harmful effect on others, urges City Alcohol Forum member

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

A call has been made to reduce the availability of alcohol, remove “dangerously cheap” alcohol from the market, and monitor the drink industry’s marketing practices.

Action needed to address lack of rental properties in Galway, says Cllr Lyons

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The lack of houses available for rent in the city could seriously hamper job creation and inward investment in Galway, that is according to Independent Knocknacarra councillor for Galway City West, Donal Lyons who is calling for the Government to take action by providing incentives for the construction industry.

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