Time to follow words with actions on A&E

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Everytime I hear an ambulance, my ears prick up. Part of this is conditioning as a young hack. A squealing ambulance equalled a story. Flashing fire brigade equalled a story. A speeding Garda car equalled a story. Where haste and emergency vehicles came together, it was the cue for my journalistic curiosity and desire to make a few quid with a few paras that kicked in. Now, when I hear the same things, I think I’m more likely to be in one of them than chasing one.

Recently, when I hear an ambulance or see the blue light in the rear view mirror, I wince a little. Mainly because during my little dalliance with mortality last year, I ended up in one making its way through city traffic to UHG where I spent the guts of two days in A&E.

Taoiseach tells Dail Galway A&E is 'not fit for purpose'

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

An Taoiseach Enda Kenny has described the emergency department of the west's biggest hospital as not fit for purpose and said staff there are working under "extraordinary conditions".

'I have a lot to thank Connacht Rugby for - I was allowed to progress here'

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Last weekend's win over Munster was 'an early birthday present' for Connacht captain John Muldoon who turned 33 on Tuesday. Tomorrow evening when leading Connacht onto Arms Park in Cardiff, he celebrates yet another milestone, becoming the first person to play 200 Guinness Pro 12 game.

A vote for an Independent is a wasted vote

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

It is fashionable to be Independent at the moment, but given the record of Independents nationally and locally, Insider is not exactly sure why. True, political parties are not that popular right now, and Independents do not have to carry that baggage, but what have they ever actually done? What is their purpose?

‘We don’t support you! We will not hide you, we will report you’ Galway Imam tells ISIS

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

My dear Irish brethren, I write this piece with deepest sorrow in my heart that, once again, innocent people have been killed by those who claim to be Muslims and claim to belong to the faith of Islam.

A ‘profoundly personal and spiritual calling’, says busy diocesan secretary

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Since his ordination in 2010, Fr Martin Whelan has become a familiar face to the thousands who attend Mass in Galway Cathedral on a regular basis. In addition to his work as curate, assisting parish priest Canon Peter Rabbitte, he is also busy with his role as diocesan secretary. Fr Whelan is one of a new breed of younger generation priests who are firmly making their mark on life in the Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh, and Kilfenora

Park and Ride from this Saturday for just €3 per car

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

The annual Park and Ride Christmas Service will commence this Saturday December 5 right up to Christmas Eve and recommence again Monday December 28 to Jan 3.

Exclusive designer dress rental store opens in Galway

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Ahead of a very busy festive events season, Ellie & Dal the designer dress rental store opened its doors at Number 10 Woodquay. Ellie & Dal is bringing incredible international labels like Jovani, Terani and Badgley Mischka to the west and giving ladies the opportunity to wear these coveted designs at a fraction of the price.

300 primary school students ‘graduate’ from NUI Galway

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

NUI Galway recently conferred special certificates on the ninth cohort of ‘graduates’ from its Youth Academy. 305 primary school children from across the Western region received their certificates, with more than 1000 friends and family attending the ceremony.

Another splendid Christmas Extravaganza from Corrib Dance Academy

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Corrib Dance Academy present their seasonal classic ‘Christmas Extravaganza’, Town Hall Theatre from December 18-20 with five shows including two matinees.

EZ Living Furniture’s Christmas family and friends night to kick off weekend

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

EZ Living Furniture will hold their special Family and Friends night at their flagship store in Terryland Retail Park, Galway tomorrow Friday December 4 from 6pm to 9 pm. Join their team for an evening of Christmas cheer with live music and complimentary mulled wine, fruit punch and seasonal bites to enjoy whilst you browse through their fabulous range of Christmas decorations and home accessories, which will be up to 50 per cent off for one night only.

City council to explore designated planning area for urban Gaelgoirí

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

The Galway City Council is to examine the possibility of creating a Gaeltacht language planning area in the city, effectively a mini-Gaeltacht zoning to accommodate some 20 houses which would be available for sale exclusively to Irish language speakers.

Brave the cold so others do not have to this Christmas Day

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

COPE Galway has launched its 26th annual Christmas Day Swim and the local charity is calling on all Galwegians to once again don the togs and make a splash in order to raise much needed funds.

Catch the lyrical treat that is Coda in concert next week

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Lovers of harmonies and the incredible instrument that is the human voice will find a musical Mecca in Nun’s Island Theatre on Friday 11 December, as Coda play their first concert there. Oranmore-born Leonard Kelly is a founder member of this all-male, seven-strong group who are becoming something of a phenomenon nationwide as their richly-harmonised approach to vocal performance reaches an ever-growing audience.

South Connemara fire fighters to work with county ahead of opening of first fire station

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Fine Gael TD for Galway West and Mayo South Seán Kyne has welcomed confirmation that from this month the fire fighters from the new South Connemara fire station will be accompanying colleagues from Clifden and the City on call-outs as part of their final phase of training.

Coffee morning for charity which supports women’s health in Ethiopia

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

A fundraising coffee morning will take place this weekend in NUI Galway’s Institute for Lifecourse and Society to raise funds for a charity which works to provide safe obstetric facilities to women in Ethiopia.

Christmas at McDonogh Home Garden and DIY — 190 years on

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Every year since 1825, McDonogh’s of Galway have been delighted to help Galway people celebrate Christmas by providing a range of decorations, trees, lighting and accessories to help brighten any home or business. This year is no different and McDonoghs have extended their tree and lighting display into their Garden Centre so prospective customers can view their favourite tree and lighting before choosing from their extensive range.

Within the store itself they have a range of indoor accessories, decorations and Christmas figurines to suit all tastes. Night lights, scented candles, Yule logs, candlebridge lights and cribs.

Collins McNicholas sold in management buyout by three senior executives

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

Collins McNicholas, one of Ireland’s most respected and long-established recruitment and HR services companies has been sold in a management buy-out (MBO) that will see the firm taken over by its three most senior executives.

Galway Lions Club annual Radio Auction next week

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

The Galway Lions Club has launched its annual Radio Auction which will be held on Friday December 11 in the Salthill Hotel between 9am and 12pm.

The auction will once again be broadcast live on the Keith Finnegan Show. Galway Lions is seeking the support of local businesses and organisations, in helping the less well-off in our community, by either making a financial donation or by sponsoring an item that can be auctioned.

Call to postpone IFA leadership election gains traction locally

Thu, Dec 03, 2015

With the controversy in the IFA showing no sign of abating, the Galway county chairman has called for cool heads to get the organisation out of its current choppy waters.

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