Major cycle to remember photographer Alan Gallagher

Thu, May 06, 2010

Alan Gallagher, the Galway based photographer who died last year, will be honoured and remembered at a two day cycle which is taking place across Ireland.

Venezuelan diplomat to speak in Galway

Thu, May 06, 2010

The Venezuelan Ambassador in London, Samuel Moncada, will address a public meeting in the Galway One World Centre, this Monday at 7pm.

Is Venezuela a ‘third world dictatorship’ or is it a country which deserves support and solidarity from progressive movements around the world? These are among of the questions that will be addressed by Mr Moncada at the meeting.

Cannonball Run stopover confirmed for this year’s Clarenbridge Oyster Festival

Thu, May 06, 2010

This year’s Clarenbridge Oyster Festival was launched officially in the village last weekend when it was announced that the festival will be an official stopover for the annual cross-country drive, the Cannonball Run.

Croi’s healthy lifestyle directory launched

Thu, May 06, 2010

A healthy lifestyle directory produced by the local heart charity Croí and supported by the Galway City Sports Partnership was launched in the city yesterday (Wednesday).

Up to 30,000 copies of the booklet, which was compiled by NUI Galway marketing students Laura Mahon and Joanne Buckley, are being distributed free.

Ballinasloe to host retired nurses conference next week

Thu, May 06, 2010

More than 300 retired nurses from throughout the country will attend their 13th annual conference at the Carlton Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe on May 11 and 12.

Galway Muslims hoping for centre to meet the community’s needs

Thu, May 06, 2010

Galway Muslims are hoping and waiting for a centre which will accommodate the religious and cultural needs of what is a growing community in the city.

Young people to quiz politicians on Saturday

Thu, May 06, 2010

Galway City Comhairle na nÓg will mix serious politics with fun and games at the 2010 Mayor’s Youth Conference in Galway City Hall on Saturday from 2pm to 4pm.

See artist Jerry Marjoram at work

Thu, May 06, 2010

The Dublin born artist Jerry Marjoram will give a painting demonstration in aid of Cancer Care West in the Kenny Gallery, Liosban, on Saturday at 2pm.

Connolly and college staff urge trade unions not to accept Croke Park deal

Thu, May 06, 2010

Trade unions and workers have no reason to support the Croke Park deal on public service pay and reform as it will “copper-fasten pay cuts” and lead to a pay freeze and lower living standards.

Ó Brolcháin criticises City Hall over Ó Conaire statue claims

Thu, May 06, 2010

City Hall has been accused of “pleading the poor mouth” for stating it does not have enough money for a replica statue of Padraic Ó Conaire in Eyre Square.

Passenger support for new Limerick-Galway line ‘exceeds expectations’

Thu, May 06, 2010

Passenger numbers for the newly reopened €106.5 million Limerick-Galway line have ‘exceeded expectations’ according to new figures released by Irish Rail this week.

Screenwest.ie calls for actors

Thu, May 06, 2010

The Galway Film Centre now calls on all professional actors and actresses based in the west to contact it for inclusion in the new database section on its website Screenwest.ie

Exclusive vocal masterclasses with leading Irish soprano

Thu, May 06, 2010

The Galway Music Residency is seeking applications from vocalists to participate in an exclusive masterclass with leading Irish soprano Deirdre Moynihan on June 2.

The vocal masterclasses will take place in the Aula Maxima at NUI, Galway and each participant will have a 30 minute lesson. Only 10 spots are available and the closing date for applications is May 18. The event is subsidised by The Galway Music Residency and there is a fee of €20 per student.

Galway volunteers help rebuild lives in Haiti

Thu, May 06, 2010

A strong Galway contingent of enterprising volunteers travelled to Haiti this week with Irish charity Haven, and were among the impressive group of 297 who constructed 63 houses, a community/training centre and a playground in the earthquake-ravaged area of Gonaives.

Dignity comes to Galway

Thu, May 06, 2010

A new venue catering to Galway’s gay community will open its doors in Shop Street tomorrow (Friday).

Dignity Bar was first established in Waterford in July 2008. Dignity provides a safe place in stylish surroundings where people can let their hair down and party into the small hours.

Ireland’s only computer museum exhibition opens in NUIG

Thu, May 06, 2010

An exhibition dedicated to the development of computer technology, video games, and communications opened this week at NUI Galway.

Connolly raises concerns over Millar’s Lane development

Thu, May 06, 2010

Traffic congestion is making it hard for Rahoon Road residents to exit and enter their estates, so allowing another new entrance/exit onto the road at Millar’s Lane would be dangerous.

This is the view of Independent councillor Catherine Connolly, who has submitted a formal observation to An Bord Pleanála against the proposed development at Millar’s Lane, Rahoon.

Rugby legend Flannery helps charity

Thu, May 06, 2010

People can be in with a chance to win an Ireland rugby jersey and help a charity which works for the betterment of children trapped in the sex industry by taking part in the unique online raffle being run in Galway.

Walsh wants Pride of Place nomination for Mervue

Thu, May 06, 2010

Mervue deserves to be nominated in this years Pride of Place in recognition of the community based groups which “work tirelessly to make Mervue a great place to live”.

A barrel of fun at the museum

Thu, May 06, 2010

A barrel organ concert from the Breton group Roselyne et son Homme takes place at the Galway City Museum on Monday May 10.

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