Exclusive T-shirt to raise funds for breast cancer charities

Thu, May 14, 2009

Connacht rugby legend Michael Swift and his girlfriend Bláithnaid O’Donoghue were on hand at Brown Thomas Galway recently to officially launch the 2009 Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Ireland campaign in aid of Action Breast Cancer (a programme of the Irish Cancer Society) and Europa Donna Ireland.

Breakdance in Westside

Thu, May 14, 2009

Youth Work Ireland is facilitating breakdance workshops with Galways finest B-boy Stan and the I Nee Money Cru in Westside Community Centre every Thursday evening.

Two sessions are being offered for children aged nine and upwards, from 5pm to 6pm, and 6pm to 7pm. All levels of experience are welcome to learn in a fully supervised, relaxed, and friendly environment. The I Nee Money Cru are also running weekend workshops on Saturdays at 2.30pm in Shantalla Community Centre. For more information contact Marty, Angie, or Andy at 091 528 325 or on [email protected].

Hear Julian Gough’s new play on BBC Radio 4

Thu, May 14, 2009

The Great Hargeisa Goat Bubble, a radio play by Galway author and singer Julian Gough, will be broadcast on BBC Radio 4 tomorrow at 2.15pm.

Further assault charges for Manuela’s killer

Thu, May 14, 2009

The man currently serving a life sentence for the murder of Swiss student Manuela Riedo was brought before Galway District Court this week charged with the assault of gardai and with breaching a protection order.

Bio week at Coole Park

Thu, May 14, 2009

Coole Park will host Biodiversity week from 17 to 24 of May. The annual event is held throughout the country and celebrates the diverse range of Ireland’s habitats, and their associated flora and fauna.

‘Spooked’ horse smashes through car, court hears

Thu, May 14, 2009

The owner of an out of control horse that caused serious damaged to a car in a city centre housing estate last year has been ordered to pay €3,000 in compensation or risk going to jail.

Famous healer to visit Galway

Thu, May 14, 2009

A mountain of press cuttings shows the impact that Derry-based faith healer, Danny Gallagher, has had, since he discovered his gift for healing.

Green candidate Creed calls for youth café in Athenry

Thu, May 14, 2009

The Galway County Council must set up a youth café in Athenry, similar to The Gaff initiative running in Galway city, according to the Green’s Loughrea ward candidate Patrick Creed.

Get on your bike

Thu, May 14, 2009

The biggest cycling event in the west of Ireland will take place in Galway on Sunday May 24. The event organised by local heart charity Croí and sponsored by Corrib Oil, is expecting to attract more than 500 cyclists from all over Ireland.

Lose weight permanently with Lighter Life

Thu, May 14, 2009

A revolutionary new weight loss system which combines a specialist diet with group support, weight loss counselling, and ongoing support is now available in Galway.

O’Reilly appalled at school transport costs

Thu, May 14, 2009

Parents of school children using the CIE buses had to pay €168 for the school year, but from next term onwards, the cost will be €300 for the full year for the school bus ticket.

Mayor laughs as political ‘exposure’ is given a new meaning

Thu, May 14, 2009

Monty Python, in its ‘Noël Coward Song’, advised men not to “take it out in public or they will stick you in the dock”. However a recent artistic ‘addition’ to the Mayor of Galway Pádraig Conneely might do his re-election campaign no harm at all.

Brothers of Charity make it happen for people with learning disabilities

Thu, May 14, 2009

A conference celebrating the lives and achievements of people with learning dissabilities took place in Loughrea last week. The conference titled Making it happen sought to recognize the achievements of disabled people in the East Galway region.

Many of the people involved have had to overcome various obstacles in their desire to become respected members of their community. Despite these hurdles more than 40 people told their story to a captive audience.

Lucia Evans checks out the African A-List

Thu, May 14, 2009

When we think of the continent of Africa we think of countries ravaged by AIDS, corrupt governments, civil wars, famines, and poverty. This is only one side of the story. There is also vibrant cultures, music, and people determined to succeed in the business world.

Doughiska needs community centre says Nevin

Thu, May 14, 2009

The Galway City Council must deliver on its promise to build a community centre for Doughiska, the fastest growing area in the city, according to Fine Gael Galway City East candidate Barra Nevin.

Repairing the human brain

Thu, May 14, 2009

For decades scientists have been looking at the human brain, and trying to figure out what causes learning difficulties and conditions like autism, ADHD, and asberger's syndrome.

All paws lead to Kilconly

Thu, May 14, 2009

A dog show will take place in Kilconly, Tuam, on Sunday.

Ballinrobe Races – racing to the future

Thu, May 14, 2009

Ballinrobe Races is woven into the fabric of community and sporting life in the west of Ireland and on May 24, there will be further evidence of this when thousands will flock to the picturesque course for the first Ladies Day of the racing season. (see ad below)

Roscam amenity lands to open this week says Crowe

Thu, May 14, 2009

The amenity lands located in the Roscam area of Galway city, which includes a playground, will finally be open to residents and the public from this weekend.

Defence forces invade Eyre Square

Thu, May 14, 2009

Four hundred and twenty members of the Defence Forces will converge on Eyre Square this morning at 12 noon. The troops who are being deployed to the UN mission in Chad, will be inspected by the Minister for Defence Willie O’Dea TD and accompanied by the Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Dermot Earley. The lead unit in the battalion is the Irish speaking Chéad Cathlán Cois (1st Infantry Battalion) from Galway. Also present will be Commandant Maureen O’Brien, the first female deputy commander of an overseas unit. The unit will be deployed to Chad on May 21 to replace the 99th Infantry battalion

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