An Taibhdhearc could re-open next year

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

An Taibhdhearc Theatre, which has been closed following being damaged by fire in 2007, looks set to be in a position to re-open by next year.

Call for ‘prompt’ and ‘speedy’ resolution for Galway’s Magdalene victims

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

In the wake of the Government’s decision to launch a limited investigation into the treatment of women and girls in the Magdalene laundries, Galway city councillor Padraig Conneely has welcomed the move, calling for a “prompt and speedy resolution” to be found.

Take Two — controversial re-vote on City Development Plan might be held Monday

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

A High Court judge has directed that Galway’s 15 city councillors must re-take a vote on a controversial proposal in the Galway City Development Plan, within the next four weeks.

Shortage of community health nurses leaves us ‘on the doorstep of an epidemic’

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

The reduction in frontline medical services has left Galway “on the doorstep of an epidemic”. The claim was made by Senator Fidelma Healy Eames who has expressed concern at the lack of community health doctors in the area, which has led to a reduction in BCG vaccines and development checks in children.

The BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) vaccine is the primary method of preventing tuberculosis in children. There is currently a waiting list of 800 toddlers in the Galway region who are at risk of tuberculosis, as one of their parents hails from a country with a high prevalence of the disease.

Galway table could sell for €170,000 at English auction

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

A table thought to have been acquired for Tyrone House in Galway is attracting considerable interest at an auction by one of the world’s oldest and largest sellers of fine art and antiques. Bonhams, the privately owned British auction house, estimate the table to be worth up to €170,000.

Family fun day at Galway Atlantaquaria to celebrate World Ocean Day

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

There are lots of marine activities planned for Galway over the coming days as part of the Marine Month of Madness throughout June.

Adults interested in exploring the shore are welcome to go on an expedition to Grattan Beach, Salthill, today (Thursday), meeting at 7pm at the lifeguard station on Grattan Beach. Attendance is free but booking is advised by emailing [email protected]

Galwayman’s exceptional book on child law presented to President McAleese

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

A copy of the book Child Law was presented to President Mary McAleese by its author, Galway city native Geoffrey Shannon, illustrating the esteem in which the much-praised work is held.

Man still held for questioning as investigation into Newcastle assault continues

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

The investigation into an alleged serious assault of a British woman during the Bank Holiday weekend is continuing with a man still being held for questioning last night and an appeal for two taxi drivers to come forward with information.

A man, in his early twenties, who is believed not to be a native of Galway but has an address in the city, was arrested in connection with the incident at about 9.30pm on Tuesday in Killarney and taken to Galway Garda Station where he was detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

Prison sentence imposed for ‘cruel attack’ on school children

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Nothing can justify the cruel attack on two young school children who will now be traumatised for a long time, remarked a district court judge before handing down an 11 month sentence on a woman for robbery and a further four months following the re-activation of a suspended sentence for a previous conviction.

Unique education project keeps schools from Galway to Dublin on track

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

The Keep on Track Project is a unique collaborative, cross curricular project connecting 16 schools from Galway to Ballymun in Dublin along the Inter City Rail Line, culminating in a launch day which will be held in the Radisson Hotel in Galway tomorrow, in which schools will present their project findings.

Musicians gather for Ballynahinch Hotel’s sixty-fifth birthday in aid of Cancer Care West

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Award-winning Connemara Hotel, Ballynahinch Castle, is to celebrate its 65th birthday with a special evening of music and entertainment in aid of Cancer Care West.

An Evening By The River, with Bill Whelan, Peter Fallon, Julie Feeney, and members from the Irish Chamber Orchestra, takes place on Saturday at 7pm.

Galway Airport must show it can survive on its own says Walsh

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Galway Airport has been given a stay of execution until the end of this year, during which time it must show it has the capacity and ability to survive the withdrawal of Government funding. If not, it will close for good.

Galway workshops for World Elder Abuse Day

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

To mark World Elder Abuse Day on Wednesday June 15, staff from the HSE’s Older People Service in conjunction with local community services in Galway are organising a series of workshops to create a greater awareness of elder abuse and the supports that are there for older people. The workshops will run for about two hours and will include a video, discussion, and light refreshments at the end. The workshops are free to attend and all are welcome.

South Connemara to benefit from €15million investment in water schemes

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

South Connemara water schemes are set for a €15 million investement to upgrade their infrastructure. The announcement was made yesterday by Phil Hogan, Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government as part of the Department’s Water Services Investment Programme 2010– 2012. The investment will specifically benefit the communities of An Cheathru Rua, Rosmuc, and Casla, with two new reservoirs at Rosmuc and An Cheathru Rua.

Galway West TD Sean Kyne welcomed the announcement: “This new funding, together with the funding recently announced for the Clifden Sewerage Scheme, the new reservoir for Tonabrucky and the new funding of conservation initiatives for the city water network, represent a significant investment by the new Government in Galway’s water and waste-water infrastructure.

Kelly's movie table quiz

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

GALWAY MOVIE buffs take note - Kelly’s Fourth Official Movie Table Quiz takes place next Monday at 8pm.

Local poet wins Goldsmith Award

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Galway-based poet Maureen Gallagher has won the Goldsmith Poetry Award 2011 for her sonnet ‘By The River’.

Kitt calls for use of local fitters in rollout of water meters

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Galway East TD Michael Kitt has called for a commitment from the Government to support and create local jobs by ensuring water meters due to be installed in Galway homes will only be installed by local fitters.

Screenway to give away toners for charity

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Local business, Screenway Computers, has come up with a unique fundraising scheme for Cancer Care West. It is going to giveaway printer and photocopier toners for free on its website www.screenway.ie or from its showroom in Dangan and in exchange encourage people to make a donation to Cancer Care West.

Galway Arts Festival introduces new Green Initiative

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Can you enjoy the arts and be environmentally responsible at the same time? In straitened economic times how can business reduce the costs associated with waste?

Being green has become a major marketing asset for any businesses as more and more people want to stay, eat, and drink in places that are environmentally responsible. This also affects the arts given that concerts and shows take place in a bar, in a theatre, or other public venue where drink and/or food is served.

De La Soul and AfroCubism for Big Top

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

THE FUNKY hip hop grooves of De La Soul and the African and Latin American rhythms of AfroCubism will get Galwegians dancing and shaking in the Galway Arts Festival Big Top this summer.

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