City barber smashes headshave world record

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

A city barber has broken the world record for the number of heads shaved in one hour as part of the Irish Cancer Society/ Today FM’s “Shave or Dye” campaign.

Firebrand Hunt looking forward to having a few pints in Galway

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Republic of Ireland midfielder Stephen Hunt relishes his return to Galway tomorrow evening when Premiership club Hull City will play Galway United in a friendly game at Terryland Park. The game is part of United’s pre-season build up to the 2010 Eircom League season and will allow manager Sean Connor to run the rule over his new squad.

For Hull it will provide a brief respite from the cut and thrust of their relegation battle and will give their gaffer Phil Brown a chance to field some players on the fringe of the first team and it should be a highly competitive contest.

Fairtrade tea party in Kinvara

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Kinvara Fairtrade Town’s Committee will host a tea party at Burke’s Londis store on Thursday March 4 in support of Fairtrade Ireland.

Hollister ULC to create a number of high tech positions in R&D and engineering

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

A Galway-based recruitment agency is handling a campaign by Hollister ULC to recruit a number of key research and development, engineering, and manufacturing positions for its facility in Mayo.

Cuddy welcomes grant for design stage of the Claregalway Inner Relief Road

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Funding of €228,148 has been allocated for the design stage of the Claregalway Inner Relief Road under the 2010 Regional and Local Roads Programme.

The announcement of the grants was made on Monday and the news has been welcomed by Independent councillor Jim Cuddy. “This means that the Claregalway Inner Relief Road remains on track, despite the difficult economic circumstances at the moment,” he said.

ICA centenary celebrations - One hundred years of helping women and communities

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

They have been the backbone of local communities, behind the scenes working together to combat isolation and foster advances in education, electricity supply, infrastructure, and health, and now this year the Irish Countrywomen’s Association has yet another achievement to celebrate, its centenary.

Celebrate Tree Week at Coole

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

A range of events for all ages will take place in Coole next month as the park celebrates Tree Week as part of its spring cultural programme.

Sunday March 7 will see several events taking place in Coole including Coole Trees in Spring, a guided walk through the park with staff from the National Parks and Wildlife Service, who will explain how to identify different tree species in spring.

Connemara Coast celebrates award for sourcing fresh local produce

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

The Connemara Coast Hotel, Furbo Galway, celebrates its inclusion in the 2010 Bridgestone Guide for its reputation of sourcing and using quality local artisan products along with its reputation for its commitment to service. The hotel is also included in the 2010 Bridgestone Good Food Guide.

Artists must unite for the future of arts in the city says Ó Brolcháin

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Galway city’s arts community must come together as a united voice to express their opinions on the Draft Galway City Arts Strategy before it is finalised.

9Arch Musical Society AGM

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

The 9Arch Musical Society’s AGM will be held in the Claregalway parish room, Claregalway Church, on Thursday March 4 at 8pm.

Galway artist establishes new film studio

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

The award winning Galway based artist, animator, graphic designer, photographer, and filmmaker John Jennings has founded a new film studio in the city called John’s Film Factor.

Funding secured for pedestrian lights on Barna Road

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Funding totalling €25,000 has been secured to provide pedestrian controlled lights on the Barna Road near Knocknacarra Cross.

Funding secured to widen Castle Park estate entrance

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

A grant of €20,000 to widen the junction at the narrow entrance into the Castle Park estate from the Castle Park Road has been approved under the 2010 Regional and Local Roads Grant Allocations.

NRG gym specials end this weekend

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Joining a gym can sometimes be a daunting experience – so why not allow NRG’s fully qualified staff and trainers to help with any queries, offer advice or put you through your paces in a free personal fitness assessment and health check.

Local primary schools to develop mini gardens

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

All primary schools in the city will receive a garden pack this week containing tools and equipment to develop a mini garden.

Craic galore next week as Seachtain na Gaeilge looms

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

It may be called Seachtain na Gaeilge, but it’s actually a 12 day celebration of the Irish language, trad music, theatre, dance, literature, sport, and food and has something for everyone, from the fluent speaker to those with no Gaeilge at all.

Ó Brolcháin welcomes plans for faster Galway-Dublin rail times

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Rail passengers might soon be able to travel between Dublin and Galway in under two hours according to Green Party senator Niall Ó Brolcháin.

Clean your dog’s dirt off the prom McNelis warns dog owners

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Those who bring their dogs for a walk along the prom should also be prepared to clean up after their pet takes a poop.

Counselling - an aid to help create change in your life

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Are issues getting swept under the carpet at your home? Are you worried about your child or teenager’s emotional state or their behaviour when you are not around? Do you find yourself in constant conflict with your spouse or children?

Cregmore Community Alert receives funding grant

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

The Cregmore Community Alert scheme is to receive a grant of €1,876 under the Government’s Community Support for Older People Scheme.

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