NUIG to launch Múscailt festival next week
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
Múscailt, NUI Galway’s annual arts festival, will have its programme launch on Wednesday January 19 at 1pm.
The launch will take place in the Bank of Ireland Theatre, Áras na Mac Léinn, NUIG. At the launch there will be a presentation of some of the highlights of the festival, including a performance by the NUIG Chamber Orchestra, performances from the musical The Wedding Singer, based on the 1998 movie starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore; a performance by the Colours Street Theatre Company; and balloon sculptures by Ana Bella Alvarez.
Read more ...President McAleese heaps praise on groups during whistle-stop tour of city and county
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
It was not just the driving winds and rain that hit Galway with unrelenting vigour on Tuesday as many numerous charities, community groups, and research organisations received a visit from President Mary McAleese who during her whirlwind whistle-stop tour of the city and county praised the excellent work and the valuable resources being created.
Read more ...Eight per cent increase in number of new buildings in Galway, says GeoDirectory
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
There was an increase of eight per cent in new buildings in Galway city and county in 2010, according to figures released by GeoDirectory.
Read more ...Psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating depression to give free talk in city
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
A psychiatrist with extensive experience helping people cope with depression will give a free public talk on the subject in the city next week.
Read more ...Whiskey stolen from Ballina shop
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
A 19-year-old who stole two bottles of Southern Comfort whiskey was before Ballina District Court on Tuesday.
Read more ...NUI Galway lecturer’s book on women’s human rights wins prestigious honour
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
A book on women’s human rights by an NUI Galway lecturer has been awarded a prestigious honour.
Read more ...County council urged to review water meters
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
Tuam-based Councillor Seán Canney has asked Galway County Council to review all of the water meters installed by them to determine if they are installed correctly.
Read more ...Unemployment figures show Galway economy ‘still in decline’ says Nolan
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
The number of people signing on in Galway in December increased by 1.8 per cent, meaning the Live Register for Galway now stands at 23,099, up 408 from November.
Read more ...Zumba offers one New Year’s resolution you will love keeping
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
The global phenomenon that is Zumba fitness is now available in Galway, among 90 venues across Ireland from Stepping Out, Ireland’s Premier Dance Fitness Company.
Read more ...Local artist gets one million hits on YouTube
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
The award winning Galway artist and animator John Jennings has achieved one million video views on his YouTube profile page JohnNetSite5000.
Read more ...Galway Bay Hotel teams up with Brown Thomas for wedding extravaganza
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
Galway Bay Hotel’s wedding coordination team invites readers to join them on Thursday January 20 at 7pm, for an extremely exciting wedding fashion event. The Galway Bay Hotel in association with Brown Thomas and Eileen Boulger Couture Bridal will be showcasing the most beautiful designs that will guarantee you lots of fabulous ideas for your day.
Read more ...Public meeting on seeking reform of Irish politics
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
A public meeting, which will seek to start a movement that will place genuine political reform at the forefront of national debate, will take place in Galway next week.
Read more ...Learn more about adopting mongrels
Thu, Jan 13, 2011
A Connemara based dog rescue service is running an awareness campaign aimed at educating people about adopting mongel puppies or adult dogs.
Read more ...Five arrested in Offaly dawn raid following Ballybrit arson
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
Gardaí were last night (Wednesday) questioning five men from County Offaly following a suspected arson attack on a house in Ballybrit on Sunday.
Read more ...Sacrifices failed to save popular Galway venues, says Jona Group
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
Many sacrifices were made but this failed to stop the devastating effects of the recession and the crippling rent payments, according to The Jona Group which announced this week that a number of its Galway businesses have gone into voluntary liquidation.
Read more ...HSE forum chairperson calls for swine flu jab for all to allay fears
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
The chairperson of the HSE West’s regional health forum is calling for the health authority to re-open free swine flu vaccination clinics for the general population amid fears that the numbers contracting the virus will continue to rise.
Cllr Padraig Conneely made his comments as management at Galway University Hospitals [UHG and Merlin Park] announced on Tuesday that visiting restrictions are in place at the facilities due to the presence of influenza cases.
Read more ...Arrival of rates bill on doorstep is nail in coffin for many businesses, says Chamber CEO
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
The arrival of an unrealistically high rates bill on the doorstep has the potential to crush a struggling business and put jobs at risk, says Galway Chamber of Commerce CEO Michael Coyle, who is calling for Galway’s local authorities to relieve the severe burden placed on businesses.
Read more ...Local politicians call for major changes to water systems in city and county
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
Repairing broken water pipes is not enough to solve water problems in Galway or anywhere else in the State, what is needed is a complete and total upgrade of the water system throughout the republic.
Read more ...Anthony Ryan’s Holy Communion fashion show takes place next week
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
Anthony Ryan’s annual fashion show devoted exclusively to Holy Communion wear will take place at the Shop Street store on Wednesday January 12 at 7.30pm.
Parents and their children who are making their First Holy Communion this year are invited to come along to view the event.
Read more ...Connemara cottage at centre of US Senator corruption complaint
Thu, Jan 06, 2011
A Connemara cottage has found itself caught up in the middle of a political storm in the US with an outgoing senator being accused of accepting a “sweetheart real estate deal” in exchange for helping a businessman friend get a presidential pardon for tax and securities crimes.
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