There is one good thing about Trump's election

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

First things first: Trump’s election was greeted by wild rumours in Galway that all the US multinationals would be forced by the new president to re-locate to North America. This did not happen under Obama, as was initially feared, and it will not happen under Trump.

New course to examine contribution of engineers to culture and heritage

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Engineers Ireland West Region (representing engineers in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon) will host an exciting course in GMIT during February and March 2017 which will explore the contribution of the engineering profession to the development and protection of our culture and our heritage, with a particular focus on local heritage.

This annual evening course covers a different topic each year, and this year’s topic has been chosen to celebrate Galway City’s selection as European Capital of Culture 2020.

AIB backs successful Galway-made International TV series with €3.5m loan

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

AIB Corporate Banking has announced that it provided €3.5 million in funding for a new season of the internationally acclaimed TV series Jack Taylor which is now running on the new TV channel be3.

AIDS West to offer free confidential rapid HIV testing

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

AIDS West are to offer free confidential rapid HIV Testing on the last Tuesday of each month at the Teach Solais Centre, Merchants Road, Galway starting Tuesday 31 January.

Ready Steady GLOW! at Headford CarePlus Pharmacy

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

If you are looking to get the most from your makeup and the best for your skin, then this Friday January 27, head to Headford CarePlus Pharmacy which will be hosting a free skincare event, Ready Steady GLOW! from 4pm to 8pm.

Experts will be on hand to give you advice on your daily skincare routines, analyse your skin type through skin mapping, answer questions and give master classes in skincare, tanning, and makeup, with six Glow zones on the night to visit. The event is free but places are limited so those wishing to attend should secure their place on the guest list – either through Headford Careplus’ Facebook page or by calling into the pharmacy. There will be 20 per cent off for guests on the night (offer excludes medications, prescriptions, vouchers, and baby food).

Galwaywoman keen to heighten awareness about dementia

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

A County Galway woman who lost her mother to dementia is spearheading an initiative aimed at heightening awareness about the illness and empowering communities to help sufferers improve their quality of life.

Four bed mid terrace in excellent decorative order

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Sherry FitzGerald welcomes No 153 An Fiodan to the market for sale by private treaty. This four bedroom mid terrace property is presented in excellent decorative order and located in a well maintained popular development within walking distance of local schools, shops, and amenities.

Galway city centre is where it’s at with Colleran’s

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Colleran auctioneers will hold open viewings on a very attractive city centre property on Saturday.

Spiddal village home

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

This very attractive owner occupied home is just a short stroll from the centre of Spiddal and its beautiful coastline.

Investment opportunity in Liosban

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Cushman & Wakefield has launched to the market, for sale by private treaty, an excellent investment opportunity located at Liosban Business Park, Galway. The property, Units 1 - 3 Liosbaun House, currently produce an annual rent of €75,000 per annum with excellent reversionary income potential.

Units 1 and 2 are currently let to Ulster Bank (tenant not affected) on two separate long leases expiring in 2025. Unit 3 comprises a vacant ground floor retail unit, providing an excellent opportunity to increase the overall asset income.

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

Thu, Jan 26, 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.

Buying

Spacious family home in Riasc Na Ri

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

DNG Maxwell Heaslip & Leonard has a number of quality family homes listed in the western suburbs which are proving very popular with the first time buyer market. The spring market is beginning to bring new properties to the market with one such property just off Bothar Stiofan, close to the Western Distributor Road at Riasc Na Ri.

Stunning three bed in Renmore

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

O'Donnellan and Joyce is offering for sale a wonderful three bedroom semidetached home located in the popular residential estate of Mellows Park, Renmore, Galway. Mellows Park is a small enclave of private residential homes located in a quiet, traffic-free, cul de sac. Constructed in the mid 1980s, the estate comprises a mixture of three and four bed semidetached homes which overlook a large green area and benefit from stunning views of Galway Bay and the Clare hills.

Quality three bed townhouse in an ideal location

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Sherry FitzGerald welcomes No 40 Leas na Mara to the market for sale by private treaty. This is a quality three bedroom, three-storey, townhouse which was built in 2006 by Kenny Developers and tastefully decorated and finished by the current owners.

This home is ideally located close to all amenities including Salthill Promenade, Clybaun Hotel, Joyce's Supermarket, Tom Sheridan's Bar & Restaurant, Knocknacarra Shopping Centre, while Barna and Silverstrand are also nearby. There is a regular bus service connecting the Western Distributor Road to the city centre.

Large family home in well established, mature estate

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Sherry FitzGerald welcomes No 31 Portacarron to the market for sale by private treaty. Turn the key and walk in to this excellent four bedroom semidetached family home. Situated in a mature and established estate, this large family home benefits from having an extra reception room on the ground floor, a converted attic, off street parking to the front, and a south facing rear garden.

Beautiful four bed in Ballybrit

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

O'Donnellan and Joyce is offering for sale a delightful four bedroom semidetached family residence located in the popular residential development of The Meadows, Ballybrit. The development, considered one of the premier residential estates on the east side of Galway city, comprises a mixture of three and four bed semidetached and detached homes which overlook beautiful manicured green areas. The property is ideally located on an excellent road and bus network and is within moments of The Clayton Hotel, Briarhill Shopping Centre, and a host of retail/industrial parks and Galway city centre.

With every oar stroke, Galway is supporting Gavan Hennigan 500 nautical miles from finish line

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Galway native Gavan Hennigan is an extreme environment athlete and adventurer. He is currently two thirds of the way through his biggest challenge to date, solo rowing the Atlantic Ocean as he takes part in the Talisker Atlantic Challenge Race. He is lying in third position in the race (ahead of many crewed boats) and located 500 nautical miles from the finish in Antigua, in the Caribbean.

Are you the best in Galway? Now’s your chance to find out

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Do you feel your company or charity is the best in your business in Galway? Sure you do, but do you feel that there is never an opportunity for your customers to show just how much they appreciate your fare? Maybe you did, but not any more because the Best Of Galway awards are the answer to your prayers.

Galway Solemn Novena to focus on mercy as a language of the heart

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

The annual Galway Solemn Novena, which makes a welcome return on Monday February 13 and runs until Tuesday February 21 at Galway Cathedral, will focus on Mary, Icon of God’s mercy.

Search for relatives of Galway man who died in Australia

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Facebook group Irish Families in Perth (IFIP) is looking for any information on family members of the late Patrick Francis Gordon.

E-paper

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