‘Roadmap’ is crucial for Galway’s future development says Fahey

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

A ‘roadmap’ outlining what Galway should look like in 2030 is “crucial” if Galway is to become “Europe’s most attractive waterfront city” over the next 20 years, according to Galway West TD Frank Fahey.

Action needs to be taken on vacant houses says Walsh

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

There are 118 vacant houses in Galway city and of these 36 were turned down when offered to people on the housing waiting list while 11 needed ‘major refurbishment’.

Divided views emerge over new Art House cinema for Galway

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

There has been a positive welcome for the news that final approval has been given to the €4.4 million project to provide an Art House cinema for Galway. However one local election candidate said the move “prioritises film buffs ahead of families and children”.

Student gets Probation Act for theft of newspapers

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

A student who took a stack of newspapers as part of a Rag Week practical joke has been given the benefit of the Probation Act.

NUIG student Pearse Walsh (20) with an address given as Main Street, Swinford, Mayo, appeared at Galway District Court last Monday and pleaded guilty to handling stolen property, namely a stack of 40 newspapers at St Brendan’s Avenue on February 27, 2009.

Major meeting of EU liberals to take place in Galway

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Former EU president Pat Cox will address next week’s extraordinary group meeting of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe, which will be held in Galway.

Newcastle student to pay €700 for flower pot attack on car

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

A criminal damage attack on a car which began with a flower pot being thrown on the bonnet caused €1,400 worth of damage, the Galway District Court heard this week.

Watch out for fake twenties, warn gardai

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Shopkeepers and general members of the public are asked to be vigilant in relation to a large quantity of counterfeit €20 notes, which are currently in circulation in the city.

Clarenbridge to welcome in summertime with new farmers’ and crafts market

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

In an effort to cast off the gloom of this tough winter, Clarinbridge villiage have been busy planning for a new Farmers & Crafts market starting this Sunday March 29, the day summertime begins.

Community groups sought to make documentaries

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Community, voluntary, and social groups in Galway city and county are being sought by The Galway Film Centre to make a documentary at no cost to their group.

Gardai hunt St Patrick’s Day assailants

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Gardai in Galway are looking for information on an assault and robbery which took plac eon St Patrick’s Day.

Tickets selling fast for award-winning Compántas Lir production of classic play

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Tickets are selling fast for the award winning production of the classic play Johnny Belinda which will be staged at the Town Hall Theatre at the end of next week.

The production by the Compántas Lir group will run at the Town Hall on Friday April 3 and Saturday April 4 and is set to be a sellout with many people keen to see the new production of this most compelling and melodramatic play.

Brown Thomas makes it a Mother’s Day to remember for Pauline and Sophie

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

To celebrate mums everywhere, Brown Thomas Galway gave one deserving mum and her daughter the chance to reinvent their look and be pampered for the whole day.

Ros na Rún seeks fresh acting talent

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Fancy being in a soap rather than just watching it? Have the cúpla focail and a burning ambition to act? Well, now’s your chance as Ros na Rún, one of Ireland’s most popular drama series, is now on the look out for talented gaeilgeoirs to join the cast for the upcoming 14th season.

Get ready for the Modern Homes & Building Exhibition

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

The Galway Modern Homes & Building Exhibition will take place in Leisureland, Salthill, on April 3, 4, and 5. The opening times are 6pm to 10pm on Friday, 12 noon to 8pm on Saturday, and 12 noon to 6pm on Sunday.

NEA roadshow on insulation grants comes to Tuam

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

National Energy Assessors is holding a series of information evenings on how homeowners can benefit from the new insulation grants announced recently by the Government.

O’Flaherty calls on Gormley to publish landlords’ names

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Tenants of rented properties and their neighbours must have access to the names and addresses of landlords if they wish to make a complaint and the Minister for Environment must change legislation to allow this to happen.

Get fit for summer with Dance Fusion

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Whether you’re trying to lose weight, tone up, or just want to learn how to dance, Dance Fusion has the course to help motivate you. You can choose from hip hop fit, salsa fit, or hip hop for teens.

Gardai seek hit and run witnesses

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Gardai are appealing for witnesses to a hit and run traffic collision which occured in Tesco car park, Headford Rd, on Sunday last at approx 3.20 pm.

Conneely Furniture celebrates first birthday in Oranmore showroom

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Conneely Furniture provides a full kitchen and bedroom service, from design through manufacturing and installation. The company, which is celebrating the first anniversary of its showroom in Gleanascaul Business Park this weekend, offers value for money and has built up an enviable reputation for outstanding quality and service over the past 13 years

Mountain bike fans to test out new Connemara trail

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Mountain bike enthusiasts of all levels will be heading for Connemara on Saturday April 4 to tackle the newly opened Coillte Derroura Trail and test their mettle against Ireland’s best exponent of the sport, Robin Seymour.

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