Upper Eglinton Canal upgrade to go ahead
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The upgrading of the Upper Eglinton Canal Towpath at University Road is due to begin shortly, after funding was secured by the Department of the Environment.
Read more ...Galway City Museum to pass fifty thousand visitor mark
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The Galway City Museum is set to pass the 50,000 visitor mark this year, putting it ahead of most other local authority museums in the country in terms of visitor numbers.
Read more ...New micobrewery bar for Galway
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Galway’s first microbrewery Bar has opened in Salthill with the official launch of its own organic Bay Ale and Bay Lager happening today. Owners Jason O’Connell and Niall Walsh will be proudly serving the first glasses of beer from behind the bar of their newest establishment, The Oslo Microbrewery Bar. Jason O’Connell says: “It’s great to bring a microbrewery like this to Galway, where anyone with a genuine interest in the process can pop in and actually see the casks where the beer is brewed”.
This is Galway’s first in house microbrewery bar and is perfectly situated just off the prom facing Galway Bay. Bay Ale and Bay Lager were named by locals. Bay Ale is a copper coloured, traditional, ale with malt and hop aromas and a smooth and well balanced flavor. Bay Lager is a crisp golden colour, dry and aromatic, malt on the palate, with a dry hop aftertaste.
Read more ...Children's clothing arrives in Born
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
This autumn, Name It at Born in Newtownsmith will help keep your kids warm and comfortable in the best trends in kid’s clothing. Colourful combinations of fantasy filled styles will give your kids the opportunity to have an individual style by mixing and matching. The autumn collection from Name It comes in colours, prints, and shapes inspired by ethnic seventies looks.
Read more ...Harvest service at Ardrahan church
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The Church of Ireland at Ardrahan will hold a celebration Harvest Thanksgiving Service at 8pm tomorrow to mark the 200th anniversary of the church.
Rev Trevor Williams, Bishop of Limerick, Killaloe, Ardfert, and Clonfert will give the address. Rev George Flynn will lead the service. All are welcome to attend.
Read more ...There is something for everyone at Cafe 903
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Cafe 903 is located in Cuba/Bar 903 on Eyre Square right beside the new TK Maxx. It is open seven days a week from 9am to 6pm Monday to Thursday, 9am to 8pm Friday and Saturday, and from 11am to 6pm on Sundays. The cafe has been recently refurbished, and is now a cool and funky place to enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just a coffee or speciality tea.
Read more ...Galway Labour urges boycott of Coca Cola products in support of Tuam strikers
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Labour in Galway is urging the public to temporarily boycott Coca Cola products as a way of sending a message to the company over its handling of the situation in its Tuam plant.
Read more ...Public consultation on anti-racism strategy takes place next week
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Phase two of the Galway City Anti Racism Strategy – Towards a City of Equals is being drafted and consultations with the public will be held throughout next weekend.
Read more ...Saw Doctors set to sing a song for Croí
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The Saw Doctors, Gemma Hayes, and Tommy Fleming are among 10 prominent west of Ireland artists featured on a new charity CD created to raise funds for heart charity Croí.
Read more ...Relax at the Ardilaun leisure centre
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The Ardilaun Leisure Club is one of Galway’s longest serving leisure facilities. The leisure club is now celebrating its 10th year in operation and has grown considerably.
Read more ...More staff needed, not fewer, to deal with potential Hallowe’en trouble, says McNelis
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Hallowe’en is no longer a spiritual and cultural celebration but an “excuse for lawlessness and anti social behaviour”, according to Labour city councillor Niall McNelis.
Read more ...Support The Global Fund with a red buggy from Bella Baby
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Bella Baby Oranmore, Ireland’s premier supplier of baby care products, introduces a limited edition Bugaboo Cameleon Red pushchair.
Read more ...Breast cancer info day at UHG
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The National Breast Cancer Research Institute will hold a breast cancer information day at the University Hospital Galway’s breast cancer unit from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday.
Read more ...Citylink to provide the cheapest fares to Dublin
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Citylink, the provider of express coach travel throughout Ireland, is set to launch the lowest ever single ticket fare, on its new non-stop service between Galway and Dublin.
Read more ...Casting sessions for new feature film
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
A casting session for extras for a new feature film, The Guard, directed by John McDonagh, takes place this coming weekend.
Read more ...Weddings at Hotel Meyrick
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Love never goes out of fashion, and when planning your most romantic day you will find nowhere more opulent and stunning than the four star Hotel Meyrick. The hotel is one of history, charm, and romance, and has been welcoming guests since 1845. Hotel Meyrick is a must see if planning a true Galway wedding. Situated in the heart of the city, with ample car parking space near by, it promises a luxury day at an affordable price.
Read more ...Council moves to deal with backlog of motions
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The agendas for the Galway City Council meetings are clogged with numerous motions put forward by councillors, many languishing on the list, undealt with often for three or four years.
Read more ...New series of Irish language Bible storybooks to be launched
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
The first Bibles in the Irish language were seen in the 16th century, produced by the English, seeking to covert Ireland to the new Protestant religion.
Read more ...Michael D to open new Flirt FM premises in NUIG
Thu, Oct 15, 2009
Flirt FM 101.3, the NUI, Galway student radio station, will have its new premises in Áras na Mac Léinn officially opened at 3pm this Monday by Labour Party president Michael D Higgins.
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