Autumn Gathering hears how ‘ghosts’ saved the marriage of Ireland’s famous poet

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

One of the most unusual strategies ever used by a young wife to keep a faltering marriage together was employed by Mrs W B Yeats on their honeymoon.

NUI Galway commerce student is Queen of Ballinasloe Fair

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

A 20-year-old NUI Galway commerce student was crowned Queen of Ballinasloe Fair at a gala evening at the Carlton Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe, at the weekend.

Galway religions to host peace and non-violence event

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

The Galway Interfaith Alliance will host a special event on peace and non-violence in the Menlo Park hotel tomorrow from 7pm.

Denny wants Galwegians’ view of what makes home ‘home’?

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

Galwegians will be asked what their idea of home is as part of when Denny ‘Home on Wheels’ takes to the road and specially created ‘homes’ will be popping up throughout the country on main retail streets.

Helping parents make the right childcare choices

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

“Choosing childcare: what to look for?” is the title of an information meeting for parents being hosted by the Galway City and County Childcare Committee on Thursday October 8 at the Menlo Park Hotel at 8pm.

Cinemobile to visit Clarinbridge

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

The Yellow Bittern, the acclaimed new documentary on the life of Liam Clancy will be screened as part of the mobile cinema’s visit to Clarinbridge from tomorrow to Sunday.

Galway journalist’s book on showband legend soars up charts

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

The official biography of one of Irish showband music’s pioneers written by by a Galway journalist has soared up the book selling charts.

World Animal Week in Galway

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

An event that helps to raise awareness of animal welfare and the work of welfare groups in Ireland will run next week from Monday October 4.

Refurbished mental health facility opens in Portumna

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

A newly refurbished community mental health facility in Portumna was officially opened by Minister for Equality, Disability and Mental Health John Moloney recently.

Elegant wedding afternoon at The g

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

The g Hotel, Galway’s most luxurious five star hotel, will host an ‘Elegant Wedding Afternoon’ on Sunday October 4 from 2pm to 5pm. The multi award winning hotel will be transformed into a wedding wonderland for couples planning their big day.

Once worn wedding dress sale

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

Since its inception earlier this year, www.sellmyweddingdress.net has recorded great success for brides past and present, so much so that it expanded to its first Once Loved Dress Sale in Athlone on March 14.

Why I am voting No to Lisbon – Labour’s Cllr Colette Connolly

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

Firstly, the Lisbon Treaty we are being asked to vote on is exactly the same treaty the Irish electorate rejected in 2008 and also the Dutch and the French in 2005. The Lisbon Treaty is so called because of the failure to gain agreement to name it a European Constitution, hence the word treaty. Why is it before us again?

KATS auditions

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

THE KNOCKNACARRA Amateur Theatre Society will be holding auditions for its forthcoming productions.

New book advocates the funny side of voting Yes

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

If you want to vote Yes, or are looking for information as to why you might consider voting Yes, then instead of enduring a lecture from one of those boring Yes campaigners, try Nick McGinley.

When it comes to NAMA be calm but vigilant

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Lisbon. NAMA. The Budget. As the Government and assorted commentators have hammered into people, these are the three big issues that will determine the legacy (and longevity) of the Fianna Fáil/Green Government and have a massive bearing on the medium to long term future of this country.

Girl’s night away at the Limerick Strand Hotel

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Ireland’s No 1 hen destination

Two cities, four nights, two dinners, entry to two attractions

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

‘Staycate’ in style: Now you can tailor your home holiday to your individual taste as the Harbour Hotel, Galway joins forces with its sister hotels, the Limerick Strand Hotel and the Hilton Kilmainham in Dublin. With a fantastic four-night stay between any two of these fabulous destinations for only €250 per person* including one dinner in each chosen property, you can experience the excitement of exploring two different cities within one holiday experience! This unbelievable price also includes a choice of passes to some of Ireland’s best attractions.

City Library launches modern languages children’s section

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Galway City Library will launch a new section in its children’s Library devoted to a collection of books in French, Spanish, German and Italian.

The Long Walk Market is open on Saturdays

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The Long Walk Market is a new business venture and arts space, which will be held every Saturday, upstairs at Nimmo’s Restaurant by the Spanish Arch.

UHG head’s concerns about hospital a ‘damning indictment’, says HSE forum chair

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Concerns raised by the general manager of University Hospital Galway that the facility cannot function as a centre of excellence due to financial cutbacks as well as its effects on patient care were a “damning indictment”, the chairman of the HSE West’s regional health forum said this week.

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