'Maybe I am reaching further but I’m not an organised person!'

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

ONE OF the most popular events at this year’s Cúirt International Literature Festival was the appearance by Galway poet Rita Ann Higgins, at which she read from her terrific new collection, Tongulish, which has just been published by Bloodaxe.

Galway secures three Seanad seats, but could win more

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Three Galwegians have secured seats in the Seanad Éireann, with victories for Alice Mary Higgins, Sinn Féin's Trevor Ó Clochartaigh and Independent Ronán Mullen. However, with the count ongoing, more could join them.

Supermac’s wins Franchise of the Year title at Irish Franchise Awards in capital

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Supermac’s won Retail Franchise of the Year at the Irish Franchise Awards 2016 last Friday night which took place in the Radisson St Helen’s Hotel in Dublin. The awards, held in association with AIB, recognise excellence in franchising and reward the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals in the franchise industry. The Irish Franchise Awards celebrate 21 years this year and it is one of the longest running business award ceremonies in Ireland. 230 guests attended the black-tie gala event hosted by Newstalk’s Jonathan Healy. Mr Tony Fitzpatrick was honoured with a Special Lifetime Achievement Award at the ceremony.

Kyne welcomes further investment in broadband in Galway

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Fine Gael TD for Galway West and Mayo South, Seán Kyne TD has welcomed the roll out of new broadband services in Galway which will see tens of thousands of homes receive broadband of blistering speed over the next year.

In the coming weeks Irish-owned telecom company, Imagine, is introducing fibre-powered broadband for households and businesses in Galway. and Deputy Kyne recently met with the commercial director of Imagine to learn of the company’s plans for next generation broadband in Galway.

NUI Galway to host renowned Plum Village Monastics mindfulness event tonight

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

NUI Galway will tonight host an ‘An Evening of Mindfulness’ in association with Mindfulness Ireland, exploring the practice of Mindfulness.

Local study reveals new approach to treat breast cancers resistant to endocrine

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Scientists at NUI Galway have completed a research study funded by Breast Cancer Now that has begun to unravel why women with estrogen receptor positive breast cancer develop a resistance to endocrine treatment, and have found a potential new approach to overcome the problem.

Sports stars get on their bikes for Samaritans

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

The race is on to find the fastest team in the west of Ireland as Galway Samaritans launches its 40th anniversary cyclathon challenge.

Some 100 teams will assemble in Eyre Square on Saturday (April 30 ) at 10am to compete on exercise bikes in a series of ten 40-minute races throughout the day.

Keaveney's political career not over despite Seanad loss

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Despite his failure to win a seat in both the Dáil and Seanad Éireann elections, the failure of Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil to form a government means the controversial Colm Keaveney's political career is by no means over.

Poetry on the menu at local hospitals

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

To celebrate Poetry Day today (Thursday) a menu of poems called "Soul Food" will be distributed throughout Irish hospital wards, waiting rooms and other healthcare settings for patients, visitors and staff to enjoy.

Take part in Bank Holiday 5k run/walk and help save Grace

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

St James’ Ladies Football Club, in partnership with The Saving Grace Trust are holding their inaugural 5km road race/fun run on bank holiday Monday next May 2 at 11am.

PMS to hold cheese and wine night as work begins on its next musical comedy

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

The Patrician Musical Society is back on song and the group will present the hilarious musical comedy How the West Wasn’t Won in the Town Hall Theatre for four nights at 8pm from October 5 to 8.

School choirs from all over Ireland to sing in SCCUL schools choral competition

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

School choirs from all over Ireland will perform in the SCCUL Schools Choral Competition on Friday May 6. The competition which is hosted by GMIT will see choirs from Dublin, Donegal, Sligo, Mayo and Galway compete at Primary and Post- Primary level.

Forty years of staying on the line

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Forty years is a major milestone. For humans and for organisations. To span four decades mean you span almost two generations of change. To span four decades in Ireland means you span almost a hundred years of attitudinal change.

Have a cuppa and help people with dementia

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Galway people are being asked to support a major annual fundraiser being run by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland.

Ballinasloe Tennis Club family fun day this Saturday

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Ballinasloe Tennis Club have an action-packed day planned for this Saturday. As well as the chance to see two professional tennis players in a demonstration match, there will be plenty of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages and interests.

Summer courses for adults and secondary school students at the French Institute

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Would you like to make the most of the long summer days while learning, refreshing, or practising your French?

Trading Faces Film School & Casting Agency

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

Are you between six and 17 years old? Would you like to act in a film? If your answer is yes, then this is the course for you.

Exceptional facilities at SALI Childcare

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

SALI Childcare Service Ltd is a quality and affordable pre and afterschool service located in the grounds of the Mercy Primary School, St Francis Street, Galway. It is open from 8.15am to 6pm and caters for children from two and a half to 12 years of age.

GPA Solutions offers a range of QQI Level 5 business courses

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

GPA Solutions is offering a range of QQI Level 5 business awards catering for learners wishing to advance their business skills or for those who simply wish to gain an introduction in payroll or bookkeeping procedures.

Would you like a career in instrumentation?

Thu, Apr 28, 2016

GRETB Training Centre is now recruiting for a basic instrumentation course starting in May 2016.

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