Petrol and diesel prices show first fall since October

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

There has been some very slight relief at the pumps in recent weeks as the latest AA fuel price survey reveals that petrol and diesel prices both fell this month. Petrol dropped by 1.6 cent to an average of 151.3 cent per litre, while diesel fell more sharply, down 3.2 cent to an average of 142.8 nationwide.

Future Volvos to avoid collisions with wild animals

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

Volvo Car Corporation tells us its engineers are taking the next step in active safety by developing a system that alerts and automatically brakes for animals on the road. The new system will be launched on the market in a few years' time.

Toyota Yaris breaks cover

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

The third generation Toyota Yaris will be launched here later this year.

Ford's new C-Max is exceeding expectations

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

Ford's new C-Max lifestyle MPV is segment sales leader in Ireland with 23 per cent market-share. It is also surpassing sales expectations across Europe, recording more than 100,000 sales and orders since its launch late last year.

Scrappage generates €86 million for Government

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

More than €86 million has been generated by the Government Car Scrappage Scheme which ends in a month.

Peugeot unveils newly updated 308 hatchback

Thu, Jun 23, 2011

Peugeot has launched its newly updated 308 hatchback here. It features styling elements seen on the newly-launched Peugeot 508, including Peugeot’s new signature floating grille to give it a more elegant and modern look.

Connor hoping a little luck will turn United’s campaign

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

With confidence dwindling, relegation pressure mounting, and the list of defeats increasing, the timing of tomorrow's trip to Tallaght Stadium for a clash with champions Shamrock Rovers could not be worse as Galway United seek to climb off the bottom of the League of Ireland premier division table.

Former rugby league star earmarked for vacant Connacht position

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Connacht Rugby is hoping to complete its squad for next season with the signing of former Leeds Carnegie player, Henry Fa’amili.

Successful Bish rowers feature in Galway Regatta

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

The annual Galway Regatta, which holds a special place in the annals of Galway history and an important fixture in the Irish Rowing calendar, takes place on Sunday (June 19).

Galway hurlers must produce the goods

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

The Galway hurlers face their first major test of the 2011 championship when they play Dublin in the Leinster championship semi-final on Saturday evening in O’Connor Park in Tullamore (7pm).

Hurling supporters’ train

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

A special train will be provided by Iarnród Éireann to accommodate supporters returning from Tullamore after the Galway v Dublin hurling match.

Galway camogie look to maintain winning form

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Veronica Curtin, Galway’s only survivor from the All-Ireland camogie success of 1996, came off the bench last Saturday to inspire Galway to a 2-14 to 0-9 victory over their nemesis Wexford in the All-Ireland senior championship in Enniscorthy.

Footballers prepare with a win over Cork

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

The Galway footballers continued their preparations for the Connacht semi-final on Sunday week against Mayo in McHale Park with a narrow win over the All-Ireland champions Cork in Ennis at the weekend.

Mervue have ideal chance to forge ahead

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Despite being walloped 4-0 by Shelbourne last Friday, Mervue United will feel tomorrow's tussle with Wexford Youths at Fahy's Field offers an ideal opportunity to post another home win.

Title fight headlines pro boxing event

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Galway boxing fans are in for a treat on Saturday evening when the city will host its first Irish title fight at a pro boxing event in Leisureland.

Connor expects Rossiter and Keane to boost United ranks tomorrow

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

By Cian O’Connell
Galway United, on the verge of equalling an unwanted club record of consecutive defeats, are completely aware that significant improvement will be required when the surprise packets of the 2011 League of Ireland season, Bray Wanderers, visit Terryland Park tomorrow evening.

Connacht to start work at Sportsground in readiness of European aristocrats

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Connacht Rugby is already swinging into gear to cope with an expected increase in supporters after the province drew European blue-bloods Toulouse in Tuesday’s Heineken Cup draw.

McIntyre promises a different Galway will show up for Dublin

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Based on their lethargic performance on Saturday night, the Galway hurlers will need to improve their general standard of play and overall intensity of effort if they are to reach this season’s Leinster final.

Consistency is key, says Donnellan

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Galway centre-forward Cyril Donnellan may have bagged an impressive 3-1 on Saturday evening to help Galway hurlers reach the Leinster semi-final, but he readily admits both individually and collectively the team and panel must be more consistent in their performances if they are to collect any silverware over the coming months.

Tommy Larkins and Tynagh-Abbey Duniry collect points

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Tommy Larkins in Group A and Tynagh-Abbey Duniry in Group B secured important victories in the weekend’s hurling championship action.

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