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Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Gort burglars said they were from County Council
Two men who convinced a Gort man that they were from the County Council, stole money from his house after he let them in.

Public lecture on the Eyres of Eyreville

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

The Eyre family of Eyreville, County Galway, will be the subject of the public lecture from the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society in the Harbour Hotel on Monday April 10 at 8pm.

City gets techie with return of AtlanTec Festival

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Back for a second year the AtlanTec Festival 2017 is a series of live events across the city, showcasing and celebrating the best of technology the city has to offer whilst providing networking, social, learning and business opportunities.

Gradam finalists to be announced next week

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Mayor Noel Larkin, will announce the finalists of Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2017 at 11.30 am, next Tuesday, April 11 at a press event which will take place in the Eyre Square Centre, Galway. Last month, Gaillimh le Gaeilge, which has been running the Gradam for the past 15 years in association with the Galway Advertiser, unveiled the 18 businesses in Galway city that have put themselves forward for this year’s award.

Three Government departments working on solution to Parkmore traffic congestion crisis, says Naughton

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Three government departments are collaborating to devise a radical package of measures to address the traffic-congestion crisis at Parkmore on foot of a meeting between Minister Simon Coveney and Galway TD Hildegarde Naughton last month.

West bears own brunt of respossession crisis, says Charity

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Cllr James Charity has said that while RTE’s broadcast on Ireland’s property crisis predominantly focused on difficulties in the Dublin market, repossession cases also continue to be a significant feature of court lists throughout the west.

Cúirt table quiz

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

THE CÚIRT International Festival of Literature holds its first Cúirt Table Quiz this evening at 8pm in the Galway Arms Inn, Dominick Street.

Childcare conference for Athenry this weekend

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Speakers from the psychological services and representatives of SIPTU will address a conference on childcare in Athenry this weekend, organised by Galway East TD and Fianna Fáil spokesperson on Children & Youth Affairs, Anne Rabbitte.

Public meeting on rising car insurance costs

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

A public meeting on the rising cost of car insurance, organised by People Before Profit Galway, will be held at 8pm this evening in the Western Hotel on Prospect Hill.

Ireland has high car insurance premiums. Insurance companies claim the price hikes are caused by the rising costs of claims following car accidents. However, Garda figures show there has been a drop in accidents, with the costs of collisions having dropped by 44 per cent between 2007 and 2012.

Ziggurat and Atelier to meet residents once Westwood Hotel transaction is complete

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Following the news this week that residents in the Bushy Park/Newcastle area are concerned about the sale of the Westwood House Hotel and have held several meetings about the matter, the potential new owners have said that they will very shortly complete the purchase of the Westwood Hotel in Newcastle, Galway, after which they will meet with the residents to allay any concerns.

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Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Mountbellew car damage being investigated
Gardai at Mountbellew are investigating the criminal damage caused to a car in the village last week.

Gardai at Mountbellew are investigating the criminal damage caused to a car in the village last week.

Breaking Bread to create a legacy of community inclusion through food

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Galway Food Festival’s four-day extravaganza of events during the Easter Bank Holiday weekend will culminate with the spectacular outdoor community feast, Breaking Bread on Easter Monday, 17 April from 2pm to 5pm at Fishmarket Square, Spanish Arch, Galway.

Agreement in principle on Railway Field purchase

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

An agreement in principle has been reached between Westmeath County Council and CIE concerning the purchase of the Railway Field.

Inglot to open Athlone store in the coming weeks

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

Athlone Towncentre Shopping Centre was buzzing last weekend amid news that Inglot are set to open their 15th Irish store in Athlone Towncentre in the coming weeks.

Environmental Researchers’ Colloquium at Athlone IT

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

The Irish Environmental Researchers' Colloquium (ENVIRON) is the largest annual gathering of environmental researchers in Ireland, regularly attracting in the region of 300 delegates.

Don’t let traffic strangle Galway

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

This morning, the city councillors convene a special meeting in City Hall to discuss the traffic problems that have been besetting the city for years, but which for some reason, other than the bus strike, seem to have escalated in recent weeks. A city the size of Galway should not be subject to the level of delay and confusion that reigns morning and evening.

Granted, traffic is one of the side effects of growth but the inconsistency of the flows in and out of Galway city are frustrating to even the most tolerant of commuters.

Legends to line out at Eamonn Deacy on Saturday

Wed, Apr 05, 2017

Legends to line out at Eamonn Deacy on Saturday
Galway United’s home turf is set to host some of the biggest stars that have ever graced Irish soccer history, when a star-studded Republic of Ireland Masters squad will take on a select Galway Legends outfit on the afternoon of April 8 in an effort to raise funds for grassroots football across the county.

Galway United’s home turf is set to host some of the biggest stars that have ever graced Irish soccer history, when a star-studded Republic of Ireland Masters squad will take on a select Galway Legends outfit on the afternoon of April 8 in an effort to raise funds for grassroots football across the county.

Labour councillors demand Shane Ross 'get involved' in solving bus strike

Tue, Apr 04, 2017

As the bus strike drags into its second week, Galway city Labour councillors will bring a motion to the next Galway City Council meeting in support of the striking Bus Éireann workers, and demanding the Government "immediately take action to resolve the dispute".

NUI Galway Welcomes President of Croatia during State visit

Tue, Apr 04, 2017

NUI Galway will tomorrow welcome President of the Republic of Croatia Mrs Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic, as part of the official State visit to Ireland. The President’s visit to Galway is particularly celebratory as the city, together with Rijeka, was designated the European Capital of Culture 2020. The visit will also be an opportunity for the President to meet some of the Croatian community at the university.

NUI Galway President Dr Jim Browne, speaking in advance of the official visit, said: "It is a great pleasure to announce the visit of President Grabar-Kitarovic to NUI Galway, where she will engage with students and academics on a range of programmes from across the campus. We look forward to welcoming her and the Croatian delegation to the university. As the newest member of the European Union, this visit is a welcome opportunity to hear from the Croatian President and this dynamic young European state at a time when European ideals are being tested. Ireland and Croatia share much, not least the cultural bonds which will be further developed over the coming years, during the lead up to 2020 when Galway and Rijeka, (home town of President Grabar-Kitarovic) will share the title of European Capital of Culture.”

Unique jigsaw to be Unveiled in Claddagh School

Tue, Apr 04, 2017

A unique, hand-painted jigsaw featuring five Kings of the Claddagh sailing past the Long Walk in a Galway Hooker will be unveiled in Claddagh National School this Friday, April 7 at 10am.

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