Replacing UHG is top priority of local TD

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Replacing the 700 bed University Hospital Galway is the top priority of a local politician who has been appointed to a Government health committee.

15 premieres planned for Galway Film Fleadh next month

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Galway’s film community was out in full force at the Radisson Blu hotel on Tuesday evening for the programme launch of this year’s Film Fleadh, which runs from Tuesday July 5 to Sunday 10.

Gardai warn about dangers of keeping cash at home after spate of city burglaries

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Gardai in Galway are investigating a series of burglaries in the city in the last week and have warned about the perils of storing unsecured cash and valuables in residential homes.

After a wet winter, sun shines on Thoor Ballylee as Sabina Higgins opens Yeats exhibition

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

On Saturday the sun bathed South Galway for the unveiling of the new Yeats Exhibition in Thoor Ballylee which is now open to the public every day over the summer.

75,000 Galway properties to be left without adequate broadband because of delays

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

More than 55,000 properties in Galway have no access to high-speed broadband, and some may not have until 2022, according to Communications Minister Denis Naughten.

Irish Water and county council Implementation Group work to lift Tír an Fhia Boil water notice

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Irish Water, working in partnership with Galway County Council, reached a major milestone recently when the boil water notice at the Tir an Fhia Water Treatment Plant in Co Galway was lifted. An implementation group with experts from both Irish Water and Galway County Council was established to access the risk to the plant and develop a programme of necessary upgrade works to bring the plant back to compliant functionality and meet Irish Water best practice standards following the announcement of the boil water notice.

Japanese ambassador visited Galway for biomaterials event

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Her Excellency Ms Mari Miyoshi, the Ambassador of Japan to Ireland, and Professor Nobuo Ueno, director of the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science London, visited Galway yesterday to attend the NUI Galway-led ‘Ireland - Japan Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Meeting’ in the Hotel Meyrick, Galway.

Major fish kill on spawning tributary of Clare River

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Inland Fisheries Ireland is currently investigating a major fish killing on the Yellow River, a tributary of the Sinking River near Dunmore, Co Galway, which flows into the Clare River. The stream in question is an important spawning and nursery habitat for young trout and salmon.

Young Athenry coder wins prize in Coolest Projects race

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

10-year-old Shane Fahy from Athenry took a winner’s prize at the CoderDojo Coolest Projects Awards at the RDS, Dublin last Saturday (June 18).

200 FF faithful gather to honour Fahey’s career

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

More than 200 people attended a function in the Salthill Hotel last Friday hosted by Galway City Fianna Fail to celebrate 40 years of service to Fianna Fail by former minister and TD Frank Fahey, when guest speaker on the night was former Taoiseach and party leader, Brian Cowen.

On the sudden death of his father Cllr Paddy Fahey in November 1971, Frank was co-opted to Galway County Council but was unable to take the seat until June 1972 as, in those days, one had to be 21 to sit as a councillor. In the interim his late mother Sally filled the role and in June 1972, Frank became the youngest councillor in the country, thus commencing the long road of active politic life. He was first elected to Dail Eireann in February 1982.

Paramedics take part in Galway mass shooting training exercise

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

A broad range of frontline emergency services and voluntary groups took part in a training exercise recently based on the scenario of a mass shooting in a residential area.

Galway has Hildegarde to thank for putting a new hospital on the agenda

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

The extent to which we are resigned to politicians making promises they do not intend to keep was laid bare during the last Dáil term when Pat Rabbitte famously asked: “Isn’t that what you tend to during an election?”

Choose a career in make-up artistry

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in existence for more than 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry courses, from beginners to advanced levels, and constantly updating with cosmetic products and fashion trends.

The college offers a variety of full-time and part-time options. The course covers all areas of beauty make-up, including day, evening, bridal, different age groups, fashion/trend, and special effects make-up. The diploma course at The School of Make-up Artistry also includes a module on make-up for professional photo shoots.

Free places on five new springboard courses at GMIT

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

There is good news for jobseekers who wish to attain third-level qualifications with the announcement this week that Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMT) is offering 136 free places on four new part-time courses and one full time course at two of its campuses from September (2016), under the Government-funded Springboard Higher Education initiative, announced recently by the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, and the Minister of State for Training and Skills, John Halligan.

Acquire a new skill with a manual and computerised payroll award

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

In today’s business world, many companies require additional office skills from prospective employees. A working knowledge of the Irish payroll system is an excellent skill to add to one’s curriculum vitae.

New gastro-pub John Keogh’s – The Lock Keeper opens in West End

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

A newly developed pub and restaurant called John Keogh’s – The Lock Keeper has opened in the heart of Galway in the city’s west-end. The new gastropub was developed by Matt Hall, a Galway resident who also owns MacBride’s Bar in Westport.

Will you run the Streets for Breast Cancer Research?

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Are you looking to undertake a challenge this summer? Why not take part in the Streets of Galway 8km Run on 6 August 6 in aid of Breast Cancer Research (formerly NBCRI). This summer evening event takes in the scenic views of Galway City and Salthill promenade and culminates at the Claddagh Basin. So get your running shoes on and join the Breast Cancer Research Team.

Breast Cancer Research is a national charity that raises funds in support of world-class breast cancer research at the National University of Ireland, Galway. Donations to Breast Cancer Research are currently helping the research team at the Lambe Institute for Translational Research advance its work focused on personalised medicine, breast regeneration, and innovative diagnostics and therapeutics.

GMIT Marine and Freshwater Research Centre shortlisted for two national industry awards

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

The Marine and Freshwater Research Centre (MFRC) at GMIT has been shortlisted for two prestigious national Marine Industry Awards (2016), which recognise excellence in individuals and companies that play a significant role in the growth and development of the marine industry in Ireland.

‘Rainy Day Fund’ positive step in prudential economic management, says Chamber chief

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Speaking on Tuesday following the Government’s announcement of the summer economic statement, president of Galway Chamber Conor O’Dowd welcomed the increased commitment to capital expenditure but cautioned that further investment increases are likely to be necessary in the coming years.

Prom to the Paddock style and dine Race Week luncheon at the Salthill Hotel

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Fashionistas, get racing ready, as the Salthill Hotel hosts a Style and Dine Luncheon on Monday July 25 to kick-start the 2015 Galway Races Summer Festival, all in aid of Enable Ireland.

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