McInerney’s Loughrea Ireland’s best supermarket for hygiene and food safety finalist

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

McInerneys SuperValu of Loughrea has beaten off stiff competition from hundreds of excellent Irish businesses in its bid to make the elite list of finalists The National Q Mark Awards, which are held annually by the Excellence Ireland Quality Association (EIQA).

The official announcement of this select list of finalists came from Irene Collins, EIQA’s managing director. Ms Collins said that to be nominated for such an award serves as recognition that the services provided by a company far surpass current legislative requirements, that the team involved conduct their affairs with the customers’ best interests in mind, and most importantly, that the business itself is operating at the highest standard of performance in the country.

Baboró ambassador – Ger Power

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

One of my favourite Baboró memories is:
I have brought many different classes to Baboró from junior infants to sixth class over the years and each visit has delivered some fantastic memories. The excitement of the children prior to the show, and watching the enthusiasm and delight on their faces during the performance, is very rewarding for me as a teacher. A precious memory is when a child who is struggling academically comes to life and partakes in the show. Afterwards a fresh enthusiasm for school is developed. At last year’s show,“The Elves and the Shoemaker“by Fidget Feet, I witnessed wonder, belief and innocence expressed by the infants who were constantly engaged by the performance. A personal favourite of mine is any production by Theatre Lovett; Louis Lovett’s delivery is always worth watching and you’re guaranteed a laugh.

Moyola Park residents face water contamination for second time

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Residents in Moyola Park were instructed not to use the water this week following the discovery of kerosene in tap water. This is the second time this year that the fuel has contaminated tap water in the Newcastle estate.

Event discussing the concept of Universal Design Homes to take place on Monday

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

BY CAROLINE WHELAN
An event will take place in the Town Hall on Monday October 19 to explain the concept, and discuss the benefit of Universal Design Homes. Members of the public who have an interest in this area are being encouraged to go along between 9am and 1pm. Dr Ger Cradddock and Neil P Murphy of the NDA will discuss what is Universal Design. Dr Craddock is the inaugural chief officer of the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design, a statutory body established by the Government in 2007.

The bid book is gone. Now the hard work starts

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

And so this is it. After all the walking and talking and consultations and soul searching and swearing and gnashing of teeth, it has all boiled down to 80 pages of glossy print which sits proudly in the back of a car this morning like a latter day Book of Kells as it winds its way south to Kerry. Precious cargo indeed, as it is the most important document to ever leave Galway. If successful, it will leave an imprint on the city like none before. An imprint that will last for the bulk of this century and locate Galway as the happening city in Ireland.

Yes, the bid book for the Capital of Culture has left town. This afternoon it will be handed into a building in Killarney and after that it will be in the lap of the Gods and the international team of judges who will evaluate its claims. They will poke it and stare at it, they will visit here and see if everything we say in it is true. They will look at all the applications and see if the true hunger for the title exists. They will look beyond the fancy footwork of report-writing. They will examine words like inclusion and consultation and diversity and access and faciities and see if each and every pledge made is more than just a pledge. They will come and walk our streets and see if they can smell it for themselves, this naked desire to be Capital of Culure. They will also detect any arrogance lest we should lose the run of ourselves and assume we have it. And they will go to all the other cities and towns and do exactly the same thing. And let the best bid win.

Buy a brick to acknowledge someone who inspires you

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Two Galway city restaurants will host a ‘Wall of Inspiration’ on their premises, where people can buy a brick on which to write a special message to a person who has inspired them in their life, and in the process raise money for charity.

Nestors Supervalu group mental health awareness charity event raises €5000 for Jigsaw

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Nestors Supervalu Oranmore held a charity event on Friday October 9 in aid of Jigsaw which saw cycling enthusiast Liam Coady, store manager Nestors Supervalu Oranmore, undertake a challenge to cycle 200km on his training bike in store, to raise funds for this worthy local charity.

A Budget to benefit all - except the disabled, rural Ireland, and those waiting for a house?

Wed, Oct 14, 2015

The increase in incomes due to changes in the USC, and the savings that will be made as a result of the extension of free GP care, and a second free pre-school year, will "more than cover the extra costs incurred by water charges and the property tax".

2,500 Galway children a year will use new national children’s hospital

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

More than 2,500 Galway children may benefit from the services provided by the new €650 million national children’s hospital in Dublin, which is expected to be completed by 2019.

Galway East - who will emerge victorious from the internal dogfights?

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

For many years Galway East was known as the dullest and most predicable of constituencies, reliably returning the same three TDs. Population growth and boundary changes saw the constituency gain a fourth seat in 1997, however, and this has given rise to some heated battles between the big two parties as well as seeing the emergence of Independent and Labour challenges.

‘You have to be honest whenever you’re onstage’

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

The Vodafone Comedy Carnival Galway is less than two weeks away and kicking off this jamboree of japes and jollity is Ireland’s own Patrick Kielty who brings his new show, Help, to the Róisín Dubh on Tuesday October 20 at 8pm.

Crime in the Country

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

The alarming activities of feral criminal gangs who roam the countryside preying on innocent victims was once again highlighted in unequivocal terms last week. Armed with a shotgun, handgun, and machete, seven thugs terrorised Mark and Emma Corcoran and their three young daughters during a violent robbery, which took place at their home in Tipperary on the night of November 20, 2013. The details of this devastating attack has shocked Ireland and the idea that such violence and brutality could be witnessed by three children is sickening and extremely frightening. Indeed, if it was not for the fast thinking actions of Mrs Corcoran to make a 999 call and leave her phone active under her bed, these criminals may still be walking our streets today and inflicting further mayhem on rural Ireland.

Galway woman making waves at Primark in Germany as one of company’s youngest managers

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

King began her career with Penneys only four short years ago and the ambitious 26-year-old has now progressed to become one of the company’s youngest store managers. What makes her story all the more remarkable is that she manages the Primark store in Weiterstadt, Germany - despite not having a word of German until she moved there two and a half years ago. 

Major step forward in the planning process for Galway port extension

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Galway Harbour Company has received communication from An Bord Pleanála, which sets out the information required to move the proposal for the Galway Port extension on to the next stage of the planning process.

The multi million euro expansion of Galway Docks involves the reclamation of 27 hectares from the foreshore and sea bed and the relocation of activities to new quays, jetties and yards.

People's goodwill keeping suspended coffees initiative alive and well in Galway

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Four outlets in Galway are continuing to provide a 'suspended coffee' service to customers who may be down on their luck and cannot afford a warm drink.

Gondolas of Galway — 16-seater bikes to ferry commuters and tour groups around the city

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

A 16-seater covered bicycle capable of carrying group of pedalling passengers from place to place in the city could soon become commonplace after the idea was deemed one of the winners at the Galway Start Up Weekend held at GMIT from Friday to Sunday.

Three suspects released following knifepoint robbery at Renmore Pharmacy

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Three people who were being questioned in relation to a robbery at Renmore Pharmacy on Tuesday afternoon have been released without charge. A file will be sent to the DPP who will direct if there is to be a prosecution in the case.

Hotel Meyrick to launch exclusive wedding package at Wedding Open Day on Sunday

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Continuing its 163-year-old tradition of making wedding dreams come true, the Hotel Meyrick invites all newly engaged couples to their Wedding Open Day on Sunday (October 11) from 12pm – 5pm, as they announce their Exclusive Wedding Package for 2016 & 2017.  Meet members of the highly professional wedding co-ordination team and view the elegant Connemara Ballroom, set for a classic wedding while discussing the your dream wedding.

Hotel Meyrick has stood tall over Galway’s Eyre Square for over 160 years, securing its position as one of the city’s most iconic hotels. A luxurious four star property; Steeped in history, charm and romance; the Victorian Hotel Meyrick is an ideal wedding venue for anyone looking for the perfect mix of quality, elegance and romance in the heart of Galway City. The hotel is also a licensed Civil Ceremony Venue.  

Take an underground adventure at Baboró with Fíbín’s Saol Faoi Shráid

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Galway’s very own Fíbín Theatre Company brings the exciting adventures of Ríbín and Glibín to the stage during this year’s Baboró International Arts Festival for Children, which takes place next week. Based on the characters from the hugely popular TG4 show of the same name, Saol Faoi Shráid features lots of singing and great interaction.

Clayton Hotel to host inaugural Horizon Summit next month

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Next month the Clayton Hotel, Galway will be the venue for the first Horizon Summit a leadership conference aimed at helping businesses in Galway and across the country reach their full potential in 2016.

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