Newcastle drug driver fined €1,200 and disqualified
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
A man who had been found sitting in his car with the engine running after smoking cannabis failed to contest charges against him and was fined €1,200 for intent to drive while under the influence of drugs at Galway District Court this week.
Read more ...Two days of storytelling and dance in Coole Park visitor centre
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Coole Park, located just a few miles west of Gort, is bringing two days of storytelling and dancing to its visitor centre for Galwegians of all ages to enjoy.
Read more ...The McWilliam Park Hotel
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
The McWilliam Park Hotel boasts of the quiet country charm yet is within easy walking distance of Claremorris town and is located just off the N17 halfway between Galway and Sligo and only ten minutes from Knock.
Read more ...Tuam set to wipe out Fianna Fáil in north of the county
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Tuam has increased its natural hinterland on the west and may have lost some wise councillors on the east. The change was a natural alignment on paper by bringing the East Galway regions of the Oranmore electoral ward into the Tuam ward, while adding to the hinterland of Ballinasloe town.
Read more ...Return of the Cox era on the cards?
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
When Margaret Cox failed in her bid to win a seat in Galway West in the 2007 General Election it looked as if the Cox era, which had dominated local politics for many years, was over.
Read more ...Could Galway produce a Barack Obama?
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Many of us never thought we would see the day when a black man would become president of the USA, but in the early hours of Wednesday morning, it happened.
Read more ...Enda Kenny to take his Town Hall roadshow to Galway
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
What they do in America, they sooner or later try here. The US presidential election some ‘town hall’ style debates between Barack Obama and John McCain - and now Fine Gael is going to try the format here.
Read more ...A tale of Padraig and Padraic
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Not since 1982 and the heady early days of the Garret FitzGerald led Fine Gael-Labour coalition, has Fine Gael won two seats in Galway West, but could a ticket of Padraic McCormack, Padraig Conneely, and Fidelma Healy Eames next time out do it?
Read more ...Fianna Fáil learns worth of Elton John’s view
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
No doubt Fianna Fáilers in Galway are pondering the lyrics of Elton John’s 1976 hit ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’, and finding them apt to their current situation.
Read more ...Galway welcomes Obama’s victory
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
In the early hours of Wednesday morning, Sen Barack Obama became the 44th president of the United States of America and the first African-American to achieve this office. It is a day few thought would ever come.
Read more ...Standúns new look department store a treasure trove this Christmas
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Standúns newly revamped department Store offers an exciting range of products and gifts to suit all ages.The Ladies’ and mens’ Departments stock international as well as Irish labels.
Read more ...Galway Africans set to celebrate at the Afro-Caribbean Party
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Galway’s African and Caribbean communities are set to hold a major celebration in the city to promote multiculturalism and integration in the region.
Read more ...Open day for transition year students at the French Institute
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Students in transition year are no doubt aware of the great opportunities that this year has to offer. As far as French is concerned, there is no better way to learn and appreciate the language than to spend some time in the country.
Read more ...Cases to help Enable Ireland with festive wine fair
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Cases Wine Warehouse on the Tuam Rd will host a Christmas Wine Fair in aid of Enable Ireland on Thursday November 13. Cases who are celebrating their first year in business have chosen Enable Ireland as their charity partner for the coming year.
Read more ...New screening service for macular degeneration in Salthill
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Salthill optician Andrea Concannon has set up a screening service for macular degeneration at her practice.
Read more ...Clothe a friend this Christmas
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Clothes make for a great Christmas gift if you know a particular outfit that someone wants, or else you know that person’s taste in clothes really well.
Read more ...Every car likes accessories
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
Car accessories are always useful, especially for people who are a little more than fond of their vehicles. It’s always safe to go for accessories that will fit every car, like fancy air fresheners, favourite music compilations to make journeys more pleasurable, or personalised key rings.
If air fresheners or key rings don’t appeal to you, go for something more serious. A DVD on how to avoid speeding fines is an idea, or flat style fancy wiper blades. Unattractive scratches on paintwork of vehicles are unavoidable over time. There are special scratch removers out there that get rid of scratches, small marks, and scuffs quickly and reliably from all colours of paint and all types of finishes including metallic. If your friend’s car has some scratches, this should make for a good gift.
Read more ...Show your creative side when shopping for artists
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
If you have friends with artistic souls and interests, consider enrolling them for a course in pottery, drawing, photography, etc. You might secretly think they have a big talent that is being wasted (and so might they!), but sometimes people just need a little push to do the right thing. They will thank you once they become famous artists!
Read more ...Make someone’s Christmas with a merry mobile
Thu, Nov 06, 2008
There is still a considerable number of people in this world who appreciate practical gifts. When you look for gifts for such people, it might be that little bit easier, but it definitely helps to know them to a certain extent. Of course if you’re really practical, you will find use for anything you get, but even if a gift is a functional one, it’s nice for it to be one we enjoy using as well.
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