Light up UHG’s Christmas tree and remember a loved one

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

A unique way of remembering a loved one who has emigrated or passed away was launched at University Hospital Galway earlier this week.

Second suicide crisis nurse apppointed — will meet clients at GP’s surgery within days of referral

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

A second suicide crisis assessment nurse has been appointed to the Galway and Roscommon Mental Health Services.

Twenty thousand visitors expected at Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

This weekend will see the 17th Galway Science and Technology Festival host its free final day exhibition at NUI Galway. The event, which features shows, workshops, and more than 80 interactive stands showcasing the work and research of Galway’s leading science and technology organisations, is expected to attract in the region of 20,000 visitors.

Contracts signed for N59 improvements at Moycullen to begin

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The contract for the N59 improvement scheme at Moycullen was signed yesterday (Wednesday) in Galway County Council buildings in the presence of the Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr Mary Hoade, and representatives from Wills Bros. Ltd, the company awarded the contract, and the National Roads Authority.

Long awaited improvement works to the N59 roadway on the approach to Moycullen section, will start on Monday December 1, and include the installation of cycle-lanes, footpaths, and lighting.

Jes remembrance Mass to take place later this month

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The annual Mass in memory of deceased members of the Jes school community will take place on Sunday November 30.

The Mass, now in its fourth year, brings together pupils past and present, staff past and present, and priests to commemorate those who have died or suffered a bereavement in the past 12 months.

Expert to give public talk on coastal environments

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

An expert on coastal environments will visit NUI Galway on Thursday, 27 November, to deliver a free public talk on coastal climate change. Andrew Cooper is Professor of Coastal Studies at the University of Ulster and co?founder of the Centre for Coastal and Marine Research and Centre for Maritime Archaeology. His latest book The Last Beach, which was published this month, is a call to action to prevent global beach destruction.

Public meeting on Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The most famous Irish High King, and one of the most significant battles in Irish history will be examined at the next meeting of the Renmore History Society.

Candlelit memorial service remembers those affected by AIDS and HIV

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

To mark World AIDS day a special candlelit memorial service will take place on Sunday November 30 at 8pm at St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church.

This will be the 14th anniversary of this annual event which is organised by AIDS West. It is funded by HSE and provides information, education and support in relation to HIV/AIDS and all aspects of sexual health in the region.

Former officer to give insider’s view on Irish army

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

Retired Irish army officer, Commandant Edward Horgan, will give an insiders view of the Irish Defence Forces, at a public talk next week.

Claren-bridge 10k

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The sixth year of the AAI approved Clarenbridge 10k takes place Sunday at the Brothers of Charity Kilcornan grounds in the village.

Registration for this chip timed event will take place from 10.30am to 12 noon, with race beginning at 12.30pm sharp.

Ballygar set to lose its family resource centre

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The community of Ballygar has been left reeling by the news of the forthcoming closure of Aonad Family Resource Centre and its Community Services Programme.

Fr Michael Griffin commemoration this Sunday

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The annual commemoration in honour of Fr Michael Griffin, a Galway priest abducted and killed by British forces during the War of Independence, takes place in Barna this Sunday.

Medical science graduates return to GMIT to share their career experiences

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

A number of graduates of the medical science course in GMIT returned to the Galway campus last week to share their career experiences with current students on the BSc (hons) degree programme.

Hosted by the Department of Life and Physical Sciences in the institute’s Galway campus, the graduates were joined by John O'Sullivan, managing director of Biomnis, a leading independent provider of medical laboratory testing services in Ireland, who spoke about trends and developments in the medscience industry.

Doughiska/Merlin Park wins Pride of Place Award

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The work of the community in Doughiska/Merlin Woods to develop social, educational, health and recreational facilities and services for saw the area receive a Pride of Place award at a gala event last weekend.

New local CF unit shortlisted for award

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The new cystic fibrosis (CF) unit at Galway University Hospital was shortlisted for the Patient Organisation Project of the Year award at the Irish Healthcare Awards which took place recently.

Let the market forces give you the taste of Christmas

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

John F Kennedy might have said that on a clear day you can see Boston, but from tomorrow evening, we're nearer Berlin than Boston. Just when you're thinking where has the year gone since you sank your teeth into your last kangaroo burger, the Galway Continental Not So German But Full of Foreign Crusty Types Anyway Incontinence Christmas Market is upon us yet again.

Free energy and environmental show

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

The first even specific Energy and Environmental Trade Show will take place in the Menlo Park Hotel this Saturday November 22 from 11am to 6pm.

Ability West announces killer fundraiser at the Clayton Hotel

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

Ability Westis to hold a new and unique murder mystery dinner fundraiser event taking place on November 27 at the Clayton Hotel. Providing the entertainment is Murder on the Menu, Ireland’s fastest growing murder mystery entertainment company.

Galway Bay Hotel to host ‘A Fair To Remember’

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

Galway Bay Hotel’s wedding team invite all to join them on Saturday November 29 at 2pm, for their annual winter wedding fair. Catwalk modelling agency will be turning heads yet again with this season’s trends and fashions in association with Belladonna Bridal, Corless Menswear and Don’t Call me Dear.

Heart and stroke expert to give talk at Croi

Thu, Nov 20, 2014

Internationally acclaimed author and speaker, Prof Barry Franklin, from Michigan USA, who is a world recognised expert on how to prevent and recover from heart disease (and other cardiovascular illnesses such as stroke, diabetes and obesity) will visit Galway this month to give a free public talk on Friday November 28 at 7.30pm in the Croí Heart & Stroke Centre, Newcastle, Galway.

E-paper

Read this weeks E-paper. Past editions also available from within this weeks digital copy.