Survey finds Galway retailers upbeat

Thu, Jun 12, 2014

Galway retailers remain upbeat about the future of retail in Ireland, however the overwhelming majority say the Government at local and national level is not doing enough to support the retail economy.

These are among the key findings in the new One4all Retail Index tracking the views of retailers across Ireland.

Galway coach is one of the youngest at the Special Olympics Ireland Games

Thu, Jun 12, 2014

The Special Olympics Ireland Games take place this weekend with more than 1,500 athletes and their coaches descending on Limerick from all over Ireland for the opening ceremony this evening.

Midsummer fires at Brigit’s Garden

Thu, Jun 12, 2014

A RHYTHM, dance, and fire, and spectacular to celebrate midsummer, takes place this Saturday, in Brigit’s Garden, Rosscahill, from 7.30pm to 11.30pm.

Midsummer fires are a tradition stretching back thousands of years to mark the summer solstice. The highlight on Saturday will be a performance of fire dancing and the ceremonial lighting of the solstice bonfire. Visitors of all ages can participate in drumming circles with Lukasz. There will also be face-painting, entertainment for children, and an opportunity to explore the Celtic Gardens.

Tuam babies scandal inquiry should take place in Tuam, says Higgins

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Any public inquiry into the discovery of the skeletal remains of children in Tuam should be held in Tuam, according to Labour senator Lorraine Higgins.

Galway to host East-West Console suicide awareness cycle

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

More than 250 cyclists will travel through the county to Galway city this Saturday, June 7, at the end of a cross-country journey to highlight the fight against suicide.

Geologists discover large underground rivers off Galway Bay and the Aran Islands

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Large networks of underground rivers stretching out off the west coast of Ireland, hidden beneath the Galway Bay seabed, have been discovered by geologists from the School of Natural Sciences at NUI Galway.

The significant discovery was made by the researchers following conversations with residents from Inishmaan on the Aran Islands. Typically, islands experience fresh water shortages, however, the residents of the Aran Islands said their well of fresh water never ran out. The find was futher confirmed from fishermen who refer to freshwater risings along the south coast of Galway Bay.

New air service to Glasgow from Ireland West Airport Knock

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Ireland West Airport Knock has launched a new service to Glasgow Prestwick in Scotland with Ryanair, which will operate every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

The launch represents another milestone for the airport as it is the first connection between Ireland West Airport Knock and Glasgow Prestwick Airport in Scotland. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is Glasgow's second airport and serves the greater Glasgow region, situated 32 miles from the city centre of Glasgow.

Casino night to raise money for Albalta school playground

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

A charity casino party night will take place at The Ardilaun Hotel on June 28 to raise funds to provide a playground at a city school.

St Nicholas’ Garden Fete on Saturday

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

The St Nicholas’ Garden Fete, one of the highlights of the summer season in Galway, will take place next Saturday, June 7, at 2pm.

New chairman of Croí

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

The heart and stroke charity Croí has announced Kevin O’Reilly as its new chairman.

A businessman with Beechdale Consulting, Galway, O’Reilly has been appointed as chairman following the retirement of professor Kieran Daly, a consultant cardiologist who has served as chairman of the organisation for the past five years.

Oughterard woman is councillor for the French

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

The former honorary Consul of France, who now lives in Oughterard, has recently been elected consular councillor for the French citizens in Ireland.

Corrundulla man to take on 13km Killary Fjord charity swim

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

A Corrundulla man will attempt to swim the length of Killary Fjord in Connemara to raise much needed funds for his nephew who was born with the rare chromosomal condition Mosaic Trisomy 9.

Sixth annual vintage rally in Castlehacket Estate

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

The sixth annual rally to be organised by The Shrule and District Vintage Club will be held on Sunday in Castlehacket Estate, Belclare, Tuam.

Funds raised on the day will go to Ability West’s services in Tuam and the Cranmore Centre in Ballinrobe.

Get back on the saddle for Galway Bike Festival

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Galway Bike Festival, which runs from Saturday June 14 to Sunday June 22, was officially launched by the Mayor of Galway City, Cllr Padraic Conneely, on Friday May 27.

NUIG to hold international conference on WWI

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

AUGUST MARKS the centenary of the start of The Great War and in anticipation of that, NUI Galway will hold a major international history workshop on the conflict.

Kevin Walsh’s Micheal Breathnach fall at final Comortas hurdle

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Huge crowds attended the final day of the 2014 Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta in Moycullen GAA Club to celebrate all things Irish at the annual festival.

National Carers’ Week held to celebrate family carers

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

To celebrate Ireland’s family carers, Carers’ Week is being held from Monday June 9 to Sunday June 15 with events in Galway city, Loughrea, and Athenry.

Initiatives needed to halt escalation of homelessness

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

There were 54 households actively seeking independent accommodation in Galway city during just two days last month, but many properties were outside the maximum rent supplement limit, according to COPE Galway who has warned iniatives are urgently needed to avoid the escalation of homelessness.

Sean nós and Irish dancing challenge

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

A Sean Nós and Irish Dancing Challenge will take place at 9pm in the Cruiscín Lán Hotel, An Spidéal, this Sunday June 8 to help raise funds for the Coiste Traidphicnic festival, now in its third year.

Man manual released highlight men’s health issues

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

In an effort to draw attention to issues around men’s health, the Men’s Health Forum charity in Ireland has launched a 32 page man manual, entitled Challenges and Choices, in aid of Men’s Health Week, which runs from Monday June 9 to Sunday June 15.

The core aims of Men’s Health Week are to heighten awareness of preventable health problems for all males of all ages, to support men to engage in healthier lifestyle activities, and to encourage the early detection of health difficulties in men. The theme for 2014 is ‘‘Challenges, Choices, and Celebrations’’.

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