Community crèches could be forced to close due to changes in Community Employment Scheme

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Changes in a community employment scheme may have major implications for staffing levels in community crèches and could result in the closure of some facilities.

The new regulations, which were introduced in January, result in changes in the way adult:child ratios are calculated, and no longer include Community Employment Scheme workers.

Connolly condemns Harris over 'silence' on need for new hospital for Galway

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

A new A&E for Galway is not enough, the city needs a new hospital, according to outspoken Left TD Catherine Connolly, who accused Health Minister Simon Harris of "failing to grasp" this issue "either deliberately or through inexperience".

Ó Cuív tells Govt to reverse downgrade of Galway Port

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

The classification of Galway Port as a port of regional significance and not a national port able to claim European funding, must be reversed immediately as it leaves the majority of the west coast without a port of national significance.

Unemployment in the west falls to lowest rate since 2008

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Unemployment in Galway, Mayo, and Roscommon has fallen over the past year, according to the latest CSO jobs figures, which show 4,700 fewer people out of work across the three counties.

Galway Food Festival 2017 to celebrate community and food

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

The sixth annual Galway Food Festival will take place over the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend from April 13-17. This year the festival’s theme will celebrate the relationship between ‘Food and Community’ through an innovative food programme of over 100 events, focusing on Galway’s 21st Century cultural identity through food.

'The west end is a lovely area, like a village in the middle of the city'

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

One of Galway’s best loved businesses is Ernie’s Fruit and Veg in Sea Road, which has been a central fixture in the west end community for more than 40 years. The shop was founded and is still run by Ernie Deacy, ably assisted by his son Ernest jr and daughter Annemarie, while his other son, Paul, owns Bell, Book and Candle just around the corner.

Galway initiative shortlisted for prestigious AONTAS STAR award

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

A Galway-based adult education initiative has been shortlisted for a prestigious AONTAS STAR Award 2017, organised by AONTAS, the National Adult Learning Organisation. The awards are part of its annual Adult Learners’ Festival and recognise outstanding work in adult education.

Galway Baroque Singers join forces with Dun Laoghaire Choral Society for Cathedral concert next week

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Galway Baroque Singers (GBS), under the direction of Audrey Corbett are delighted to be joining with Dun Laoghaire Choral Society (DLCS) and the renowned conductor, David Brophy for the seco nd concert in their exciting Choral Fusion concert series.

Consultation to begin for fast solutions to Parkmore traffic congestion

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Consultation will begin this week on short-term and medium-term solutions to the ongoing problem of traffic congestion in the vicinity of Parkmore Business and Technology Park.

Comedian Áine Gallagher launches NUI Galway’s 2017 Múscailt programme

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Comedian Áine Gallagher this week launched NUI Galway’s 17th annual Arts Festival programme, Múscailt. The festival, which runs from 6-10 March, will present a superb free programme comprising of art, music, performance, live art, comedy, spectacle, song, sculpture, film, dance and talks.

Flexibility on Rural Social Scheme limits following Galway meeting with Minister

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Existing participants on the Rural Social Scheme will not be subject to the new six year term limit, the new limit only applies to new participants, the Minister for Social Protection, Leo Varadkar, confirmed this week.

Compántas Lir’s The Birds takes flight in An Taibhdhearc tonight

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Local drama group Compántas Lir who are the reigning All-Ireland confined drama title holders begin their 2017 tour in Galway tonight when they commence a run with the Conor McPherson play The Birds.

The play will run for three nights in An Taibhdhearc for three nights starting tonight Thursday (Feb 23) and continuing tomorrow Friday and Saturday.

Get to know Clonbur this weekend

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Are you ready for Spring? The village of Clonbur is the place to be next Saturday morning Feb 25 when the first of the Spring festivals get off around the country.

Starbucks and Diesel confirmed for ramp redevelopment in Eyre Square Shopping Centre

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Commercial Property Agents Lambert Smith Hampton have confirmed that the construction work on the extensive redevelopment of the main entrance of Eyre Square Shopping Centre is now complete.

advertiser In brief...

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Gardai probe church damage
Gardai in Athenry are investigating an incident in which damage was caused to a local church.

People just want to get home — time to sort our traffic

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

It’s nice to be a table-topper. To be perched there among a group of your peers and looking down at all those ranked below you, committing the sin of pride. Top of the table. Ahead of the rest.

McNelis demands gardaí assist with Parkmore traffic chaos

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

The Gardaí must be present each evening at Parkmore to deal with the area’s traffic chaos, a situation which one local councillor says is “becoming not only an inconvenience, but is becoming dangerous”.

Ó Cuív tels Govt to reverse downgrade of Galway Port

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

The classification of Galway Port as a port of regional significance and not a national port able to claim European funding, must be reversed immediately as it leaves the majority of the west coast without a port of national significance.

Thinking of buying or selling property? RG Emerson solicitors can help

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

RG Emerson solicitors can provide you with all the information and assistance you need when buying or selling a property. The company offers the following advice for people who are buying and selling property to ensure a smooth transaction.

Lovely three bed in Renmore

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

John Quinn is currently offering for sale No 6 Chestnut Close, Renmore, a lovely three bedroom residence with a garage, situated in a popular part of Renmore.

E-paper

Read this weeks E-paper. Past editions also available from within this weeks digital copy.