NUI Galway research may lead to new cancer drugs

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Scientists at NUI Galway have identified a protein in cancer cells which could pave the way for the development of new treatments for serious illnesses.

Be a pawn — Participants needed for Galway chess set pottery project

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

A local potter is looking for 32 people to each add a unique figurine to a chess set based on Galway, as part of a fun and free project.

Last call for budding models in Galway with specs appeal

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

HAVE you got the look to become the next Irish Spectacle Wearer of the Year? If so, now is the time to get noticed, as Specsavers’ annual hunt to find Ireland’s ‘spec’sy new model is nearly over. With just two weeks remaining, now is the time to enter in-store at Specsavers in Eyre Square Centre, Galway.

FÁS worker appointed to maintain Corrib Park area

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Corrib Park is to be allocated a full-time FÁS worker as a dedicated maintenance worker for the area. The position begins at the end of August and will continue for a period of 12 months.

Sales are on the up in the Galway fashion industry as festival fever hits

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

There have been trying times for the west’s fashion industry over the last couple of years, but one city centre boutique has turned the tide around for her business by thinking outside the box.

Duo jailed for driving licence scam

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Two men were jailed at Galway District Court this week for operating a sophisticated driving licence scam.

Late Lawson (25) and Frank Stevens (37) both with addresses at Great Western House, Galway, appeared before Judge Mary Fahy on Monday and pleaded guilty to a number of offences which included being in possession of a false instrument and obtaining services by deception. A third man, Komla Ahiable (45) with an address as apartment 1 Forthview, Lisheeneenaun, Kinvara, failed to appear in court.

Purse thief jailed for seven months

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

A Tuam man, with 65 previous convictions, was sentenced to seven months at Galway District Court this week for stealing a woman’s purse after she stumbled to the ground.

All new Treasure Island Camp at Bow Waves

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

How many times have you heard “Mammy, I’m bored, Daddy, I’m bored,” during summer school holidays?

Galway’s House Hotel to be relaunched

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Galway’s vibrant Latin Quarter has an exciting new addition this summer with the re-launch of the stylish boutique ‘House Hotel’. Located just off Quay Street, the House Hotel is ideally situated in one of the liveliest and most cultured parts of Galway city.

Stagecoach finalises plans for summer holiday workshop

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Stagecoach, the world's largest part time theatre school for children, has finalised plans for their annual summer holiday workshop to be held at St Mary's College.

At last a chance to storm the castle

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

For years commuters on the N17 wondered if it would ever be ready, but this weekend, Claregalway Castle which has been lovingly restored will throw its gates open and invite all of us to attend what will be the first ever Galway Garden Festival.

Poll shows Fahey’s seat in danger as FF support plummets

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

Frank Fahey’s seat is in danger according to a new poll, which will make disturbing reading for Fianna Fáil, as it shows party support has dropped in Galway West and that it will struggle to hold on to two seats in the constituency.

Fine Gael will not take much comfort from the poll either as the results indicate it will have difficulty winning a second seat, despite an increase in its support. The poll was good for Independent TD Noel Grealish, though, as he should retain his seat with an increased vote from 2007.

Galway City Museum family fun events

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

The Galway City Museum is hosting a range of family fun activities for the summer, starting with a Japanese origami workshop tomorrow from 11am to 1pm.

Teen threatens to blow heads off gardai and bury them, court hears

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

A Turloughmore teen who threatened to “blow” the heads off gardai and bury them, and who also assaulted a garda while in a custody cell, will have to wait to September to see what is in store for him.

Review of the Coole Park Cultural Programme

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

The Friends of Coole is a voluntary group “dedicated to celebrating and continuing the creative influence of Lady Gregory and her contribution to Irish cultural life”. From their founding in 1994, they have worked to establish a cultural and heritage education centre at Coole Park.

Cinemobile is coming to Ballinderreen this weekend

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

Sex and the City 2, Robin Hood, and the acclaimed Irish documentary His & Hers will be screened in Ballinderreen when the Cinemobile visits this Saturday and Sunday.

Two months for man who roared ‘prostitute’ at garda

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

A 25-year-old man who skipped the queue in the Galway Garda station’s public office and roared abuse at a garda, calling her a prostitute, has been sentenced to a total of two months in jail.

Kilkenny offers gift buyers something a little different

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

The fully Irish-owned Kilkenny shops are offering some great value gift items this summer for those looking for something a little different.

Frankie goes to China

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan has been invited to tour China this month with the Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra, taking in the country’s largest concert venues.

Works to start on Tullykyne Road

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

Works to alleviate any future flooding on the Tullykyne Road will begin soon, the Galway County Council has confirmed.

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