Every community needs people like Caitriona Lucas

Thu, Sep 15, 2016

There is a scene in A Few Good Men where the character played by Jack Nicholson provoked by the Tom Cruise character, says that he represents those who stand guard on the wall while we sleep, while we have our parties, while we take liberty for granted, while we enjoy the freedoms that we have, because people like him are standing on that wall, day and night. Leaving aside the characteristics of that part he played, there resonates from his words the reality that exists in every community across the world.

Junior Certificate results and future planning

Wed, Sep 14, 2016

Always remember, the Junior Certificate, though important, is but a stepping-stone in a student’s educational journey.

Changes can be made; strengths can be built on; and weaknesses examined, explained, and reviewed. Handled wisely, Junior Certificate results are a marvellous opportunity for parent and student discussion and review. And if necessary, parent, student, and school discussion and review.

Farrell urges Galway to 'put final nail in coffin of water charges'

Tue, Sep 13, 2016

Fianna Fáil’s "capitulation to public pressure" on water charges shows that "sustained campaigning has worn down the resilience of the establishment" and this weekend's national demonstration "could put the final nail in the coffin for water charges once and for all".

Beef back on the menu for Mercosur says Harkin

Sun, Sep 11, 2016

Despite the fact that EU Commissioner for Agriculture, Phil Hogan, said in May that beef was “off the menu” in Mercosur trade talks and notwithstanding the removal of Tariff Rate Quotas from the exchange of offers, the EU Commissioner for Trade, Cecilia Malmström, has told Independent MEP Marian Harkin that this is not the case.

In a written question to Commissioner Malmström, MEP Harkin asked if “beef could still be added to the trade offer at a later stage, or if beef is completely ruled out from any trade agreement with the Mercosur Countries?”.

IFA welcomes reduction in electricity prices

Sat, Sep 10, 2016

IFA Member Services Chairman, Jer Bergin, has welcomed Bord Gáis Energy’s decision to cut their standard rate for electricity prices.

Mr Bergin said, “Bord Gáis Energy now has the lowest standard rate for electricity in the market. Our partnership with Bord Gáis Energy will see up to 30,000 of our members save up to €235 over 18 months.”

Two Galway monitor farms’ in Arrabawn network targeting greater profitability

Fri, Sep 09, 2016

Arrabawn Co-op suppliers’ drive for greater efficiencies and profits have been boosted with the launch of a new ‘Milk for Profit’ programme in conjunction with Teagasc.

Galway slips down litter league

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Galway has once again been labelled as ‘moderately littered’, dropping to No 34 in the IBAL Litter League of Ireland’s cleanest and dirtiest towns and cities.

Coillte claims there is no intention by buyer to develop Clarenbridge woodland

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

A local councillor has received a response from the CEO of Coillte regarding the future plans for 26 acres of Coillte owned woodland in Clarenbridge, which was put up for sale earlier this year.

Former SAS soldier to speak at Galway peace meeting

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

What makes a special forces operator turn peace campaigner? That will be one of the main questions answered at a public meeting tomorrow at 8pm, by Ben Griffin, a former SAS member, who, after serving three months in Iraq, refused to return to combat in Baghdad.

Loughrea boil water notice lifted

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

The boil water notice imposed on the Loughrea Regional Water Supply Scheme in February of this year has finally been lifted following advice from the HSE.

Turloughmore teenager Galway’s youngest competitor at Ploughing Championships

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

A 17-year-old from Turloughmore will proudly represent Galway in the under 21 conventional ploughing class at the National Ploughing Championships. The Ploughing Championships take place in Tullamore, County Offaly, on September 20, 21, and 22.

Croi apartment named after young man whose death inspired ‘phenomenal’ fundraiser

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

A patient support apartment at the Croi Heart and Stroke Centre in the city has been named after a young man who died from a heart attack.

Autumn Gathering offers a chance to learn more of our literary heritage

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

The Easter Rising of 1916 has been described as an act of theatre; it has been called, more romantically, a poets’ rebellion.

Be part of a choral celebration wih Galway Choral Association

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

If you love singing and would like an exciting new challenge, the Galway Choral Association wants to hear from you.

Crowds to flock to Autumn Garden Fair at Claregalway Castle this Sunday

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Claregalway Castle will host its Autumn Garden Fair this Sunday, September 11 from 11am – 6pm. This fair will feature some of Ireland’s best nurseries and rare plant specialists - most of whom are members of Irish Specialist Nursery Association (ISNA).

'I don't think anything is more important than satirising ISIS'

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

IN FEBRUARY 2015, three British-Muslim teenagers, Shamima Begum, Amira Abase (both 15), and Kadiza Sultana (16), ran away from their homes in Bethnal Green, east London, to join ISIS in Syria and become 'jihadi brides'. The incident prompted inevitable questions about the nature of Islam and accusations that extremist tendencies and behavior are endemic within the religion.

Trade union president co-opted to Galway City Council

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Mark Lohan, the president of the Galway Council of Trade Unions, and chair of the Galway People's Resource Centre, has been co-opted for Sinn Féin on to Galway City Council, replacing Cllr Anna Marley, who recently announced she was standing down.

Run or walk the Lifes2good 5k and help Galway Samaritans

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Lifes2good, a Galway-based Health and Beauty company are teaming up with local charity, Galway SAMARITANS this year in an attempt to raise much needed funds and awareness for the charity.

Galway SAMARITANS are currently undertaking a refurbishment of their Nun’s Island location and Lifes2good is making a €25,000 donation as well as attempting to help raise a further €25,000 throughout 2016 through a number of community initiatives.

Dash for colour in Oughterard this Sunday

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

The most colourful event in Connemara this year, the Corribdale Colour Dash, takes place in Oughterard on Sunday (1.30pm).

Learn how to parent creatively

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

An innovative parenting course which will be held in the city this month will examine issues such as limits and boundaries, childhood anxiety, tantrums and sibling rivalry.

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