Business with music and instrument technology at AIT

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

Have you thought about a career in the music industry? To set you on the right path, the Athlone Institute of Technology is offering a Level 6 Higher Certificate in business with music and instrument technology (MAIT). This dynamic and diverse two year programme brings business principles to audio engineers, instrument makers, and budding entrepreneurs.

Register now for Conradh na Gaeilge’s Irish course for adults

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

Conradh na Gaeilge's Irish classes for adults focus on conversational Irish and cater to all levels.

Prepare for the Irish oral exam with Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

Do you want to do well in your oral Irish examination? Are you looking for an opportunity to practice your Irish in a fun environment? Conradh na Gaeilge has commenced registration for its Leaving Certificate Irish preparation course.

Upskill with a bookkeeping award (Quickbooks)

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

GPA Solutions is delivering its manual and computerised bookkeeping course to provide learners with good basic knowledge of manual bookkeeping and the practical knowledge of the working of QuickBooks Professional software. Learners who successfully complete this course will have a thorough knowledge of what is required to operate the QuickBooks accounts package.

NUI Galway offers flexible biomedical science postgraduate programme

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

NUI Galway has developed a uniquely flexible postgraduate programme in biomedical science. Designed for the working graduate and developed with leading industry experts, this programme allows students to earn a Master of Science, postgraduate diploma, or a postgraduate certificate while remaining in full-time employment.

Learn mindfulness

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

There will be a day-long introduction to mindfulness in Esker Retreat Centre in Athenry on Saturday January 23, and on February 13. This is your opportunity to learn about a practice that can help you manage stress, handle thoughts better, and live your life more fully.

New ICT apprenticeship arrives in Galway

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

Are you interested in a career as a software developer? The FIT ICT Associate Professional (ICTAP) is a new dual-education apprenticeship-style pathway to a career in the technology sector. This ‘learn and earn’ model combines college-based learning with on-the-job training allowing jobseekers to develop in-demand technology skills and gain access to employment in the IT sector.

Colaiste Chroí Mhuire, An Spidéal, now enrolling for September 2016

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

Located on the stunning coastline of Galway Bay, Coláiste Chroí Mhuire is a Gaeltacht school which welcomes students from Galway, Barna, Furbo, Spiddal, Inverin, Moycullen, and further afield. This highly academic, all-Irish school provides a wide range of subjects and extra-curricular activities in an atmosphere that is safe, positive, and friendly.

Learn the art of make-up at The School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

The International School of Make-up Artistry is currently taking enrolments for its full time and part time courses. These courses cover all areas of beauty make-up, from beginners to advanced levels, including day, evening, bridal, airbrushing, fashion make-up and all the latest trend looks.

Parlez Français — enrol now at the French Institute

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

Start the new year by joining a French class in the pleasant and friendly environment of the French Institute. The French Institute is Galway`s oldest French school, located in the beautiful historic Bridge Mills.

Fast track compensation plan needed for flooded farmers says Rabbitte

Wed, Jan 13, 2016

Farmers in east Galway must be "adequately compensated" for the damage and loss of earnings they have suffered due to the winter floods, especially as their "livelihoods’ are in jeopardy", and many will not qualify for relief funding.

Support sought for Galway to host global arts forum

Tue, Jan 12, 2016

Galway could potentially be the location for a major global arts forum in Ireland. The event would be modelled on the Global Irish Economic Forum but focus on highlighting Irish arts and culture.

Major funding for Ros an Mhíl Harbour

Tue, Jan 12, 2016

Ros an Mhíl Harbour is to get €2.6 million as part of the 2016 Fishery Harbour and Coastal Infrastructure Programme. The funding is being allocated to the Galway County Council as part of the Local Authority Fund for Harbours and Piers.

Protest outside City Hall against 'privatisation' of community centres

Mon, Jan 11, 2016

Fears that Galway City Council, community groups, and local residents will not be running the new community centres at Cappagh Park and Ballinfoile have led to a call for a protest to take place outside City Hall ahead of this afternoon's council meeting.

Young Scientist success for Merlin College

Mon, Jan 11, 2016

Ian McDonagh, a second year student from Coláiste Mhuirlinne/Merlin College, Doughiska, was awarded second place in the Junior Individual Category of the Biological and Ecological Sciences at the prestigious BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition.

Galway left reeling with sudden passing of Christy O’Connor Jnr

Thu, Jan 07, 2016

Tributes have been flowing in for legendary Galway golfer Christy O’Connor Jnr who died unexpectedly while on holiday in the Canaries this week.

John O'Mahony - does he have a chance?

Thu, Jan 07, 2016

By the beginning of February, the 2016 General Election will have more then likely been declared, and by the end of that month it will more than likely have been held and, 'bar the shouting', be completed across the State, except in Galway West, which will, as usual, drag on much longer than anywhere else.

Brave Bridie lays blame for flooding mess squarely at State’s door

Thu, Jan 07, 2016

Fresh from a rousing appearance on RTE’s Prime Time, which nearly had Miriam O’Callaghan in tears, Bridie Willers is determined that this flood will not take away her spirit. And spirited the former Fine Gael councillor certainly is. Her home in Ardrahan has taken in water on numerous occasions in recent years, the latest flood cruelly arriving on Christmas morning, and frankly she has had enough.

Flooding situation still critical in Cahermore

Thu, Jan 07, 2016

Cahermore, the small townland located between Labane and Kinvara has been very much in the news this week due to the construction of a channel in the area which could potentially have a huge effect on future flooding in South Galway. The channel, which was dug last week following the go-ahead from Galway Couty Council, is almost three miles long and runs from Cahermore to the sea. It has been critical in ensuring that a huge number of homes in the surrounding area have been spared from going under water.

From the top of the world — experienced Nepalese mountaineers

Thu, Jan 07, 2016

Two of the world’s best known mountaineers are visiting Galway this week. Guinness World Record holders, brothers Mingma and Pasang Sherpa, have between them climbed Mount Everest a total of 28 times, while Mingma Sherpa was the first Nepalise man to reach the summit of K2. The Sherpas hail from a renowned climbing family which consists of seven brothers who have climbed Everest a combined total of 54 times

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