ICA centenary celebrations - One hundred years of helping women and communities
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
They have been the backbone of local communities, behind the scenes working together to combat isolation and foster advances in education, electricity supply, infrastructure, and health, and now this year the Irish Countrywomen’s Association has yet another achievement to celebrate, its centenary.
Read more ...Celebrate Tree Week at Coole
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
A range of events for all ages will take place in Coole next month as the park celebrates Tree Week as part of its spring cultural programme.
Sunday March 7 will see several events taking place in Coole including Coole Trees in Spring, a guided walk through the park with staff from the National Parks and Wildlife Service, who will explain how to identify different tree species in spring.
Read more ...Connemara Coast celebrates award for sourcing fresh local produce
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
The Connemara Coast Hotel, Furbo Galway, celebrates its inclusion in the 2010 Bridgestone Guide for its reputation of sourcing and using quality local artisan products along with its reputation for its commitment to service. The hotel is also included in the 2010 Bridgestone Good Food Guide.
Read more ...Artists must unite for the future of arts in the city says Ó Brolcháin
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Galway city’s arts community must come together as a united voice to express their opinions on the Draft Galway City Arts Strategy before it is finalised.
This is the view of Green Party senator Niall Ó Brolcháin who made his call at the Creating a Sustainable Future for the Arts in Galway meeting at Bar No 8 on Monday. The draft Galway City Arts Strategy will be published this month.
Read more ...9Arch Musical Society AGM
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
The 9Arch Musical Society’s AGM will be held in the Claregalway parish room, Claregalway Church, on Thursday March 4 at 8pm.
Read more ...Galway artist establishes new film studio
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
The award winning Galway based artist, animator, graphic designer, photographer, and filmmaker John Jennings has founded a new film studio in the city called John’s Film Factor.
Read more ...Funding secured for pedestrian lights on Barna Road
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Funding totalling €25,000 has been secured to provide pedestrian controlled lights on the Barna Road near Knocknacarra Cross.
Read more ...Funding secured to widen Castle Park estate entrance
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
A grant of €20,000 to widen the junction at the narrow entrance into the Castle Park estate from the Castle Park Road has been approved under the 2010 Regional and Local Roads Grant Allocations.
Read more ...NRG gym specials end this weekend
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Joining a gym can sometimes be a daunting experience – so why not allow NRG’s fully qualified staff and trainers to help with any queries, offer advice or put you through your paces in a free personal fitness assessment and health check.
Read more ...Local primary schools to develop mini gardens
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
All primary schools in the city will receive a garden pack this week containing tools and equipment to develop a mini garden.
Read more ...Craic galore next week as Seachtain na Gaeilge looms
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
It may be called Seachtain na Gaeilge, but it’s actually a 12 day celebration of the Irish language, trad music, theatre, dance, literature, sport, and food and has something for everyone, from the fluent speaker to those with no Gaeilge at all.
Read more ...Ó Brolcháin welcomes plans for faster Galway-Dublin rail times
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Rail passengers might soon be able to travel between Dublin and Galway in under two hours according to Green Party senator Niall Ó Brolcháin.
Read more ...Clean your dog’s dirt off the prom McNelis warns dog owners
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Those who bring their dogs for a walk along the prom should also be prepared to clean up after their pet takes a poop.
Read more ...Counselling - an aid to help create change in your life
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Are issues getting swept under the carpet at your home? Are you worried about your child or teenager’s emotional state or their behaviour when you are not around? Do you find yourself in constant conflict with your spouse or children?
Read more ...Cregmore Community Alert receives funding grant
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
The Cregmore Community Alert scheme is to receive a grant of €1,876 under the Government’s Community Support for Older People Scheme.
Read more ...Kelly’s to officially launch bar and venue tomorrow night
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Kelly’s Bar and Venue opened its doors in July of last year, but only now have the final touches been added. The mirrors have been hung, the pheasant has been stuffed, the beer taps well and truly tested so Kelly’s is now ready to launch. The official launch party takes place tomorrow Friday February 26 kicking off at 9pm. To celebrate, Kelly’s has lined up music on two floors from two bands and four DJs and lots of giveaways. Entry is free and early arrivals will get a complimentary drink.
Read more ...The Irishmen who fought for Mexico
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
In Mexico City there stands a monument to a group of Irish and German soldiers who fought and died in the brutal Mexican-American war of 1846-1848.
Read more ...Man accused of harassment granted bail
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
A 47-year-old psychiatric patient accused of allegedly harassing a woman has been granted bail on the strict condition that he reside at UHG, continue his treatment, and not contact the injured party by any means.
Read more ...Cheeky hotel thief jailed for fifteen months
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
A man who cheekily trespassed in a city centre hotel three times in just two days and stole more than €700 has been jailed for 15 months at Galway District Court this week.
Read more ...Drink driver ploughs into roundabout before fleeing, court hears
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
A 50-year-old woman who ploughed her car into a roundabout before fleeing the scene of the accident had gone back on the drink after a relationship break-up, the Galway District Court heard this week.
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