Actors’ workshop returns to Galway

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

The acting for film and TV training course is coming back to Galway and will take place in The Harbour Hotel from Tuesday July 14 to Thursday 16 from 7pm to 11pm.

Careless driver knocks down lollipop lady

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

A careless driver, who during a lapse of concentration knocked down a traffic warden, was fined €500 at Galway District Court last Monday.

Irish national photo awards exhibition to honour the success of Neil Warner

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

The Irish National Photographic Awards run by the Irish Professional Photographers Association and which are sponsored by RSA Insurance will be on display at the Eyre Square Shopping Centre from Monday July 27 to Monday 24 August as part of the Eyre Square Shopping Centre Photo Festival.

Party on the Corrib Princess

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

If you are looking for a venue with a difference then the Corrib Princess is ideal. Offering entertainment as well as the finest food and drinks in a stunning environment, the Corrib cruise boat is the perfect place to host a party or corporate function.

The exhilarating cruise departs from Woodquay, in the heart of the city, seven days a week, and takes you along the Corrib river and onto the lake. Leisurely evening cruises are available from 7pm to 11pm daily and can cater for up to 75 guests.

Planning board felt city bypass would not affect integrity of SAC, court told

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

An Bord Pleanala approved the €317 million Galway city bypass after finding the impact of the road project on the Lough Corrib candidate Special Area of Conservation site, while "locally severe"", would not adversely affect the "integrity" of the site, it has been claimed before the Commercial Court.

Visitors rob quarry of diesel in ‘sophisticated’ burglary

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

Three visitors to Ireland will now have an extended stay courtesy of the State after they received jail sentences ranging from nine to 17 months at Galway District Court for their part in a “sophisticated” burglary at a Moycullen quarry.

Ray Rooney — the type of hero every city needs

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

Ray Rooney was a remarkable man. Tall, distinguished, elegant, articulate, he was the kind of person you’d want on your team batting for your side. The people you want standing on the wall, someone to look over you. As an ambassador, he was most impressive, and although officially the Honorary Norwegian Consul in Ireland, it was for his native Galway that he was most often on diplomatic duties. When he passed away last weekend after a short illness, there was tremendous shock at his death, not least because he was still very much part of what is happening around Galway city and county.

Woman jailed for perfume theft racket after ‘distraction tactic’ was employed

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

A woman involved in a racket where a “distraction type” tactic was employed to steal 15 bottles of perfume valued at nearly €1,000 from a city centre shop was sentenced to five months in jail at Galway District Court this week.

Young man dies in weekend collision

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

One young man lost his life and another was injured in a crash close to Knockdoe at the weekend.

Seamus Costello (21) of Mulacutra, Claregalway, died when the car he was driving hit a wall at Carraghy, Corrandulla, just off the N17 at around 11.30pm on Sunday. His passenger, a man in his twenties, was injured in the collision and both were brought to UHG after the accident.

Fergal McGrath to step down as Mike Diskin returns to Town Hall

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

Fergal McGrath will step down as manager of the Town Hall Theatre Galway at the end of the year to make way for the return of Michael Diskin when the latter’s leave of absence ends.

Pregnant woman claims machete was being used to cut meat for her dogs

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

A pregnant woman found in possession of a machete claimed that it had been in her caravan because she used it to cut meat for her dog.

This paltry explanation was rubbished by Judge Mary Fahy who said that this dangerous instruement was a weapon and that the court would not accept that it had been used in any domestic or culinary capacity.

Martina crowned queen of the Clarinbridge Oyster Festival

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

Martina Mc Grath, a native of Clarenbridge and an NUIG science student has been selected as the 2009 Clarenbridge Oyster Festival Queen. A keen sportsperson, Martina plays camogie for Clarenbridge and is the daughter of Billy and Marion McGrath of Moyvilla.

Local farmers offer to cut grass in Renville Park says Healy Eames

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

An offer by local farmers to cut the grass in Renville Park, Oranmore, should be “considered seriously” by the Galway County Council according to Fine Gael senator Fidelma Healy Eames.

Man fined and disqualified for stalking neighbour

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

An man who denied intimidating and stalking his female neighbour following a dispute over concerns for power hose splashes on his car was fined €500 and disqualified from driving for 12 months.

Anthony Ryan’s to sponsor ‘Best Hat’ and ‘Best Dressed Lady’competitions at Galway Races

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

A city fashion store which is celebrating 100 years in business has increased its commitment to Ladies Day at the Galway Races.

Work of judges undermined by early release of prisoners

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

The work of judges and the courts system to properly deter and punish those who break the law is made all the more difficult and futile if prisoners are being released after only serving a few days of their sentences, the Galway District Court heard last Monday.

Judge Mary Fahy was outraged to hear that one man, who had committed 27 offences in a 12 month period, was out on the street free to commit theft despite having received an eight-month sentence earlier last month.

Taste the new Smirnoff drink at The Dáil Bar

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

Tomorrow at 9pm The Dáil Bar on Cross Street/Middle Street will host an evening of summer fun in advance of the upcoming Smirnoff Mule Party Night.

The evening will be hosted by the Smirnoff Ringmaster and his troop of performers including jugglers and stilt walkers. Guests will also have a chance to enjoy the new drink, The Smirnoff Mule.

City mourns prominent businessman with spirited ‘can-do’ attitude

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

The late prominent city businessman Raymond Rooney was remembered this week as a man of energy and enthusiasm who possessed a “remarkable” can-do attitude.

Teddy bears picnic for Barnardos this Sunday

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

As part of a nationwide campaign The Ardilaun hotel will host a teddy bears picnic for Barnardos this Sunday July 5 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. All proceeds raised from teddy bears bought on the day will go to Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity.

Higgins calls for social welfare waiting times to be shortened

Thu, Jul 02, 2009

It is vital that those in need of the social welfare benefits and services receive such support as swiftly as possible, especially as the numbers of unemployed rise this year.

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