Summer Bruce gig at airport ‘not a viable option’ say promoters

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Bruce Springsteen belting out ‘Born To Run’ on the site of the Galway Airport is not something Galwegians can look forward to this summer, as logistical, practical, and planning obstacles lie in the way of such a concert taking place.

Galway can lead the State in voting for change this month

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael/Labour governments are known quantities. The civil service really runs the State, using elected politicians as spokesmen - and it is usually men - and change comes at a snail’s pace. As soon as one of the parties get too big for its boots, we switch to the other, and the cycle continues.

Body found in Merlin Woods during search for missing woman Mags Berry

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The body of a woman was found in Merlin Woods yesterday afternoon during a search for missing woman Mags Berry. Friends had been frantically searching for Ms Berry since her disappearance last week. The 35-year old left Grattan Court in Salthill at 4pm on Wednesday February 3 and travelled to Renmore, but had not been seen since.

Votes will be counted in NUIG and New Inn

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The fate of Galway’s politicians will be decided by the voters on Friday February 26, but the decisions will be known over the weekend when the results are counted in NUI Galway and New Inn.

‘Crippling the small man’

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

A young man in Athenry, who is building a house on family owned land, has been in contact with the Galway Advertiser to express his anger that Galway County Council and Irish Water are charging a combined total of €4,800 to install a pipe to connect to the water mains. The water runs directly in front of the site on which the man is building.

The couple have already paid a development levy of €3,530 to the council for recreational amenities, and €1,800 to the ESB to connect to electricity. Therefore before they begin to install the foundation of their house, they will have shelled out more than €10,000 to connect to basic utilities.

Science on Screen initiative to promote tech and maths in film production

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The SFI Centre for Research in Medical Devices (CÚRAM) at NUI Galway and the Galway Film Centre have launched a partnership project called ‘Science on Screen’, funded through Science Foundation Ireland’s (SFI) Discover Programme. The Programme aims to facilitate, promote and increase the inclusion of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) content in Irish film and TV production.

Meeting to discuss progress of new Presentation College in Athenry

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The board of management of Presentation College Athenry has arranged a special meeting for students and their parents/guardians to discuss the progress of the new school project.

The school is seeking to build a new facility and funding will come from the Government’s Infrastructure and Capital Investment Framework plan.

Politicians pledge support for Educate Together secondary school for city

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The establishment of an Educate Together second level school in Galway may have taken a significant step forward now that nine Galway West candidates have pledged their support for the opening of such an institution.

Introduce a dress-code for our national parliament, says Higgins

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Senator Lorraine Higgins has called for an Oireachtas dress code to be introduced following General Election 2016, adding that it is unacceptable that members of Dail and Seanad Eireann would enter the chambers of our national parliament dressed in unsuitable attire.’

Nephews to tell remarkable story of Eilish Dolan

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

f ‘Lectures in the Library’ will tell the remarkable story of Dubliner Eilish Dolan from her wrongful incarceration as a 15 year old girl to her adult career as a writer of romantic fiction.

Eight candidates declare for hustings in Indreabhán

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Eight of the declared candidates standing for election in the Galway West-South Mayo constituency have accepted an invitation from Cumann Forbartha Chois Fharraige to attend a public hustings next Monday, February 15 in Seanscoil Sailearna, Indreabhán.

The eight candidates expected take part in the hustings are: Éamonn Ó Cuív T.D. (Fianna Fáil); Seán Kyne T.D. (Fine Gael); Derek Nolan (Labour); Senator Trevor Ó Clochartaigh (Sinn Féin); Councillor Catherine Connolly (Independent); Niall Ó Tuathail (Social Democrats); John Connolly (Fianna Fáil) and Ruairí Ó Néill (Direct Democracy Ireland).

It’s good to dream about summer nights in Carnmore with Bruce

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

About a quarter of a century ago, I remember talking to a doctor in north Galway whose dream it was to make his native Glenamaddy the live music centre of the country. At the time, the only suitable large concert venue capable of handling the mega acts was the then Point in Dublin (now the 3 Arena). This was also a time when the country had effectively staged Europe’s biggest live music concert in a converted stables in rural Co Cork. Dr Paddy Geraghty owned a massive riding stables on the outskirts of the town and he often stood there and imagined it full to the brim, a sort of musical Newgrange attracting thousands of fans from far and wide.

New archdiocesan magazine to be launched at Novena next week

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The Galway Solemn Novena, will begin this Monday 15 February and run until Tuesday 23 February, with over 10,000 expected to attend over the nine-day celebration. To facilitate parking for Novena Gaol Road, along the Southern and Western boundaries of Galway Cathedral will be temporarily closed. An alternative route is available along the Eastern boundary of Galway Cathedral. Local access will be maintained at all times. Advance diversion signage will be in place prior to work commencing.

Kyne says it is galling that opponents to City Bypass are offering sympathy to communities affected by traffic

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Galway West TD and General Election Candidate Seán Kyne has reiterated his support for the Galway City Bypass following a public meeting on the project held last week.

Galway drivers warned after teenager tries to enter woman’s car at busy traffic junction

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The Galway Advertiser Facebook page was once again a hotbed of activity this week after a story was shared about a frightening incident at the Moneenageisha junction.

GMIT announces key appointments

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

GMIT has appointed Dr Lisa Ryan to the new post of Head of Department of Natural Sciences and Eamon Walsh to the post of Head of Department of Accounting and Information Systems at GMIT’s Galway (Dublin Road) campus.

Eight candidates declare for hustings in Indreabhán

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Eight of the declared candidates standing for election in the Galway West-South Mayo constituency have accepted an invitation from Cumann Forbartha Chois Fharraige to attend a public hustings next Monday, February 15 in Seanscoil Sailearna, Indreabhán.

FF unveil plans for new cycle routes and pedestrian paths for city

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Opening the old railway tunnel at Bohermore, and turning the remains of the Galway-Clifden railway bridge at NUI Galway, into pedestrian and cycle lanes would “boost cycle tourism” and “encourage citizens to alter their transport habits”.

Heart of Galway Challenge to support Foróige Big Brother Big Sister

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

The Heart of Galway Challenge, which this year is raising funds for Foróige’s Big Brother Big Sister programme, takes place this Sunday, along Shop Street, the Claddagh, and the Salthill promenade, from 12 noon.

Supermac’s newest plaza opening its doors tomorrow

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

Ireland’s largest home-grown fast-food chain, Supermac’s, will add to its growing empire tomorrow when the Galway Plaza opens for business on the M6.

The motorway services station, which is located at Junction 16 Kiltullagh, will provide a stop-over for motorists travelling from Dublin, and incorporates a Texaco fuel station and a Spar shop. There is also a vast array of food offerings including a fresh gourmet style deli, alongside Supermac’s, Papa John’s Pizza, SuperSubs, and Bewley’s Coffee.

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