Hotel Meyrick to hold Winter Wonderland Fashion Show today
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Hotel Meyrick has been transformed into a winter wonderland in preparation for today’s fantastic fashion show which is to feature the Autumn/Winter 2012 exclusive collections from bridal boutiques such as Willow Moon, Cathy de Stafford, and Belladonna.
Read more ...One thousand sign petition to save St Francis Home in less than three hours
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Some 1,000 people signed a petition to save a city public nursing home from closure in a two and a half hour period on Saturday at Shop Street.
Read more ...Reality bites for Celebrity Bainisteoir as players are fined for pub trouble
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Two Derry GAA players who let off a little too much steam in a popular city centre pub following a Celebrity Bainisteoir match, managing to get arrested along with four other team mates, were given the benefit of the Probation Act after paying €300 each to the court poor box.
Read more ...Local chef joins the elite
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
The owner of one of Galway’s newest restaurants in the west of the city has been welcomed to one of the most prestigious culinary organisations.
For her contribution to local food, and her dedication to sourcing local produce, Jessica Murphy from Kai Café and Restaurant on Sea Road is the latest addition to Euro-toques.
Read more ...Ardilaun wins AA ‘Courtesy and Care award for excellence of its hospitality
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
The Ardilaun Hotel and Leisure Club, Taylors Hill, Galway, was last week awarded with the ‘AA Courtesy and Care Award 2011/2012’. The award, linked to the AA’s motto of ‘Courtesy and Care’, is awarded annually to the AA hotel which offers nothing short of excellent Irish hospitality.
Read more ...Protect pedestrians and motorists on Seamus Quirke Road says Connolly
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Measures must be put in place swiftly to ensure pedestrian and motorist safety on the Seamus Quirke Road at the Aldi junction.
This is the view of Labour councillor Colette Connolly who is calling on the Galway City Council’s Director of Services Ciarán Hayes to implement such measures.
Read more ...Habitual offender ordered to behave or spend Christmas in jail
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
A 37-year-old habitual trouble maker has been warned to stay out of trouble, abide by the conditions laid down by the court, or spend Christmas behind bars.
Read more ...Woman has four months suspended for spitting at garda
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
A 21-year-old woman who, following the arrest of her friend, banged aggressively on the patrol van, violently kicked out, and spat at a garda, narrowly avoided a custodial sentence, instead receiving a four month suspended sentence.
Read more ...Public talk on the life of Lady Gregory
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
George Bernard Shaw once described Lady Augusta Gregory as “the greatest living Irishwoman”, a title she may deserve for her role in the Irish Literary Revival.
Read more ...Groups and volunteers honoured at County Mayor Awards
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Volunteers are a huge asset to the community and it is important that their efforts are recognised and celebrated, said Galway County Mayor Cllr Michael Maher when speaking at the first County Mayor’s Awards ceremony which was held at the Connemara Coast Hotel recently.
More than 250 people from community and voluntary groups from all around the county attended the event on Thursday, November 10, with Oranmore native Margaret McNulty picking up the coveted Volunteer of the Year 2011 award, a category which had a total of 38 nominations.
Read more ...An evening of fine music, wine and song for Cancer Care West
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Quinta Bella Notte, a black tie and cocktail event, promises to be a special night of food, wine and song at the Hotel Meyrick on Friday November 25 in aid of Cancer Care West.
Read more ...Get involved in PechaKucha Night
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Galway architects, designers, students, teachers, and activists who would like to show their work and share ideas with other creative people are sought for PechaKucha Night Galway.
Proof Design Studio is currently accepting presentation submissions for PechaKucha Night Volume 4, a free event to be held in Kelly’s, Bridge Street, on Thursday December 8 at 8pm.
Read more ...New novel from Pádraig Standún to be launched
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
THE NEW novel by Pádraig Standún, I gCóngar i gCéin, will be launched at an event in Connemara tomorrow evening.
Read more ...Croi scoops top health awards
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Local heart and stroke charity Croí has scooped a number of prestigious healthcare awards.
Read more ...Park and Ride service returns for Christmas
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
The popular Christmas park and ride service returns to the city for the run-up to the festive season and details of it will be launched next week.
Read more ...Heineken secures pouring rights for Volvo Ocean Race in Galway
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Heineken Ireland has won the pouring rights to the Volvo Ocean Race grand finale in Galway next year. The city will host an eight-day celebration to mark the race finale from June 30 to July 8 2012.
Read more ...Colm Tóibín and 3/Triúr set for unique Cancer Care West event
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Cancer Care West will host a very special evening of literature and music with award-winning author and playwright Colm Tóibín, an extraordinary array of music from 3/Triúr, featuring world renowned fiddle player Martin Hayes, virtuoso musician and composer Peadar O Riada and exciting young fiddle player Caoimhín O Raghallaigh and a public interview with Colm Tóibín and Martin Hayes. The event will take place on Saturday November 26 at the Radisson Live Lounge, Galway at 8pm. Doors will open at 7pm.
This unique event, presented by Cancer Care West, continues the charity’s association with the arts following last year’s hugely successful evening with Seamus Heaney and Contempo String Quartet. All proceeds from the evening will go towards residential and cancer support services provided by the west of Ireland cancer charity. Speaking about the event Cancer Care West CEO, Richard Flaherty, commented, “We are delighted to be the beneficiary charity of this very special event and I am most grateful to Colm Tóibín and 3/Triúr for the contribution they are giving to Cancer Care West. The outstanding talent of Colm Tóibín, Martin Hayes, Peadar O’ Riada and Caoimhín O’ Raghallaigh combined guarantees an evening filled with enjoyment for literature and music lovers alike.”
Read more ...Christmas customer evening in ESPA at the g Hotel
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
ESPA at the g Hotel will host a dedicated Christmas evening and skincare masterclass for loyal customers on Thursday November 24 from 6.30pm. Your delightful evening will begin with a welcome reception of mulled wine and festive canapés allowing you to enjoy winter treats in the relaxing setting of the g Hotel’s award winning spa.
Read more ...Get party primed for Christmas at Brown Thomas
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Get party primed for the magical festive season at Brown Thomas! Rich jewel embellishments, soft faux fur shrugs, glittering party dresses, skinny stilettos and for the icing on the cake… radiant illuminating skin, winter skin protection, soft autumnal hues for luscious lips or dazzling eyes, and sweeping eyelashes with an added touch of sparkle to bring the glam factor to your Christmas party look.
Read more ...A bracing launch of Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Seven brave triathletes, including some from Galway and Clare, braved the 10 degree lake waters of Lough Cutra Castle to launch the first Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon which will take place next June.
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