Swap in the City returns to the Radisson

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

After the success of the inaugural event, Swap in the City returns to the Radisson Hotel on Thursday October 8. It is the guilt free, ethical and stylish way to update your wardrobe on a budget. Tickets for the stylish fashion affair are €10, and after that your clothes become your currency. In addition to the swap element, Irishboutiques.com will be there with a host of top boutiques selling fabulous designer labels for a fraction of high street prices. Also, i102-104's Barbara NicDhonnacha will be broadcasting her Ar Eileamh Chart Show live from the event.

Barry McCann, organiser of the event, commented on how the swap process works; “This is a unique opportunity for women to create their very own fashion currency by swapping their unworn or unwanted pieces from their wardrobes. Swapping couldn't be easier, but to avoid any confusion, we have put together a very simple 3-step process.”

NUI Galway tops university league table

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

NUI Galway has been named University of the Year 2009 in the Sunday Times University Guide, securing the prestigious accolade for a second time. Outperforming 21 other third-level institutions, NUI Galway’s strong record in graduate employability, research commercialisation, and this year’s 11 per cent increase in CAO applications were among the reasons for the award.

Ó Cuív sanctions more than €120,000 for Galway Gaeltacht area

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Éamon Ó Cuív, Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, has sanctioned three substantial grants for the Galway Gaeltacht area.

Sweeney hopes to stir up a storm in the ring

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Galway-based and trained boxer Michael Sweeney steps into the ring and the television spotlight on Saturday night when he takes on Jamie Power in an All-Ireland duel in The O2 in Dublin.

From the people who brought you wife swapping sodomites...

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Just eight days more til we do our democratic duty and put Lisbon to bed but already, things are hotting up.

Galway sports conference

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

On Saturday October 3, Coounty Galway Local Sports Partnership in conjunction with Galway City Sports Partnership will host a sports conference entitled Sports Performance – A Practical Guide. The conference will be held in the Radisson Blu Hotel from 10am to 5pm. Speakers include Giles Warrington, sport and exercise physiologist; Frank O’Mara, athlete; Jim Kilty, speed, agility and quickness coach; Richard Donovan, marathon runner; Ger Hartmann, physical therapist; and John O’Mahony, football coach/manager.

Athenry Environmental Network allotment open day

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The Athenry Environmental Network is holding an open day on its allotment scheme on Saturday October 3 from 2pm to 3pm.

See your baby in 4D

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

InnerVision Ultrasound has just celebrated its third year in business offering pregnant women the chance to see their babies.

Galway golfers celebrate

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Galway Golf Club is celebrating its second Irish Senior Cup in four years having claimed the most coveted trophy in club golf at the weekend. Galway - winners of their first senior cup in 2006 - overcame a young West Waterford team by 3.5 to 1.5 at Tullamore. The West Waterford side, with an average age of just 20, made Galway work for the prize after the scores were tied at 1-1 following wins by Waterford’s Mark Shanahan and Galway's Damien Glynn. West Waterford’s spirit was embodied by 16-year old schoolboy Gary Hurley, who came back from three down with four to play to take Eddie McCormack to the 19th. The 2007 West of Ireland champion Joe Lyons defeated 20-year old David Curran 2 and 1, while Damien Coyne beat Philip Spratt on the 18th. Schoolboy Gary Hurley came back from three down with four to play to take Eddie McCormack to the 19th and then halved the extra hole before the match was called in.

When money worries turn into debt problems

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

There are few people who do not have or know someone who has money worries. The Debt Advice Team are here to help when money worries become debt problems.

Galway Theatre Festival to be launched next week

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The second Galway Theatre Festival will be launched in Massimo’s, Sea Road, on Wednesday September 30 at 6pm.

Galway voters have nothing to fear from Lisbon, says NUIG EU law lecturer

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

If you spend enough time listening to the Yes and No to Lisbon Treaty campaigns you could be forgiven for thinking Lisbon is a magic cure for all Ireland’s economic woes or a document which champions rampant capitalism and militarism.

New venue opens in Moycullen

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The Co-op, a new bar, restaurant, and live music venue, has opened in Moycullen in a building which has been restored by the Heneghan family, whose previous projects include The Bridge Mills and The Budding Café.

US Green Card Lottery

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Do you want to live and work in the US? If so, Galway Youth Information Centre can help you. Entries for the Diversity Immigrant Visa Programme (DV-2011) will be processed free of charge at GYIC from Friday, October 2 until Monday November 30.

Michael D calls on Galway to vote Yes

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

If Ireland votes Yes to Lisbon, the door is opened to a more social EU that defends workers’ rights, but also Ireland’s right to its own laws on taxes, abortion, and defence remain intact and cannot be interfered with.

When the British tried to invade the Aran Islands

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

In December 1920, the British army, then fighting the IRA in the Irish War of Independence, carried out an amphibious raid on Inishmore in the Aran Islands.

Cura launches new post natal support service in Galway

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Crisis pregnancy agency Cura has announced the establishment of a new post natal support service which will offer support and help to mothers of new babies who may be feeling overwhelmed or isolated in their new role.

Atlantic College’s response to adult learner needs

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Market research conducted by Atlantic College when designing its part-time course programme shows that the needs of adult learners are changing rapidly. Learners now require short, sharp, skills-focused courses that are accredited by trusted organisations. These skills may then be used to immediate effect as employment currency.

Dwindling donations sees GSPCA threatened with closure

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Spiralling costs and dwindling donations have forced the GSPCA to consider closing.

Joyce’s to join renowned hygiene and food safety programme

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Family-run business Joyce’s Supermarket Group has announced it is to join the Q Mark for Hygiene and Food Safety programme, a nationally recognised, accredited programme offered by Excellence Ireland Quality Association (EIQA).

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