Christmas bells are ringing in Oranmore

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

A new bell for Oranmore Church will be consecrated by the Archbishop of Armagh, Most Rev Eamon Martin today (Thursday).

Chanelle Group puts Loughrea on the map

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

County Galway’s Chanelle Group, recently named Ireland’s Exporter of the Year 2016 , is putting the small county town in Galway on the map, according to its founder and managing director Michael Burke.

"It is a tribute to the combined efforts of our people that Chanelle is being recognised in Ireland and worldwide for its manufacturing excellence, its innovation and its exporting success," he said at the awards presentation by the Irish Exporters Association.

Well-known Galway history professor honoured

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

NUI Galway's Professor Gearóid Ó Tuathaigh has received an honorary degree from the National University of Ireland for his contribution to Irish history, the Irish language and Irish public life.

Gearóid Ó Tuathaigh, who is the professor emeritus in history, was conferred with a D Litt by the chancellor of the University, Dr Maurice Manning, at an honorary conferring ceremony at the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland.

Help find Galway resident's sculpture

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

A man is searching for a large public sculpture created by his father for the original Galway shopping centre back in the 1970s.

And the winner is: Galway Racecourse

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Galway has claimed the top honour as the ‘Racecourse of the Year’ at the annual Horse Racing Ireland awards held in Leopardstown Racecourse.

Kinvara pupils help create Ireland’s first history book by children

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Sixty pupils from third to sixth class in Northampton National School, Kinvara, have contributed to Across An Open Field is the first Irish history book written and illustrated by children.

Children from the school were supported in their research by teachers Shane McDonagh, Róisín Forde, and Orla McHale, writer Mary Branley, and artist Ann Donnelly. They explored family histories and the role of blood relations during World War I, the 1916 Rising, and the War of Independence. The book was launched in Northampton National School by Fine Gael Galway East TD Ciaran Cannon this week.

Festive fun run and sleigh bell stroll

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

A free festival family fun run or walk will take on place on Saturday December 17.

Lower Salthill to get pedestrian crossing

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Safety and improvement works for roads in Lower Salthill began this week, and have been welcomed by Labour city councillor Niall McNelis, who said it should help "promote a more pedestrian friendly city".

Make a splash for Down Syndrome Galway

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Down Syndrome Galway's annual Christmas Fun Swim is taking place again this year on Christmas morning. The event is open to all ages and all levels of ability. Participants do not need to be a swimmer to participate, just be willing to walk, run or jump in to the sea on Christmas morning. Getting wet is what it is all about.

Galway Autism Partnership Santa Christmas Party

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The Galway Autism Partnership will host its annual Santa Christmas Party at Loughwell Farm Park, Moycullen, on Saturday December 10 from 9am to 12 noon.

NUI Galway and city council promote coastal and marine environments

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Students from NUI Galway's discipline of geography have teamed up with the Galway City Council's recreation and amenity department and local residents to promote awareness and combat the threat to Galway's marine and coastal environments.

Annaghdown ladies team to be honoured with civic reception

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

A civic reception to honour Annaghdown's "fantastic achievement" in winning the All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate Club championship, will be held in County Buildings in Galway city in the New Year.

Best of Welsh male voices join with Galway choristers

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The best choristers from Galway and Wales will perform a special Christmas concert later this month.

The concert features music from both sides of the Irish Sea. Galway Choral Association, under the musical direction of Norman Duffy, will present six Irish folksongs, Opus 78, Charles Villiers Stanford, alongside Faur's Cantique de Jean Racine and a range of other choral favourites.

Radisson elevenses for hospice

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

A special Christmas coffee morning in aid of the Galway Hospice will be hosted by the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway, on Tuesday (December 13).

Top triathletes provide rare insight into popular sport

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Some of Ireland's top triathletes will be in Galway this evening to provide an insight into their training, racing and performance on the road to the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii.

Galway firms shortlisted for all-Ireland awards

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Three Galway companies have been shortlisted in this year’s Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards.

Christmas Concert in aid of Galway homeless

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The Christmas special concert will take place in the Galway Cathedral on Sunday (December 11) in aid of the Galway Simon Community.

NUI Galway offers MSc in biomedical science via distance learning/modular

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The MSc in biomedical science (via distance learning/modular) is ideal for those interested earning a master’s degree while remaining in employment. Developed for working graduates of engineering, technology, or science who wish to upskill or change career direction, this flexible programme allows you to complete your degree in two to six years.

'Is there an easy way to eat healthy?'

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Said simply, kick beige foods out of your diet. Fruits and vegetables fall into five different colour categories: red, purple/blue, orange, green, and white/brown. Each colour carries its own set of unique disease fighting chemicals called phytochemicals. Each of these distinct colours has antioxidants that protect our cells from oxidative stress, some contain enzymes that can aid us in digesting our foods, and some play a key role in detoxification, helping us to eliminate waste and toxins from our bodies.

Christmas revision courses at Mill Street

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Enrolments for the Leaving and Junior Cert intensive Christmas courses are currently being accepted at The Galway Study Centre at Mill Street. Classes will start on Tuesday morning, January 3, and continue until Saturday January 7.

The latest date for making a booking is Monday December 19 although it is expected that some classes will be completely booked out at this stage. Revision will concentrate on key topics in each subject and students can enrol from one up to a maximum of four subjects. Excellent study notes will be provided and there will be a lot of emphasis on examination and study techniques.

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