Galway students finalists in national ‘Fine Dine At Mine’ cookery competition

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Two Galway students have made it through to the finals of the ‘Fine Dine at Mine’ All-Island Schools Cookery Competition 2014.

Tuam left behind on Greenway funding, says McHugh

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

A disused railway line between Tuam and Kilbannon should be converted into a Greenway for north Galway, encompassing walking and cycling routes.

Easter egg-stravaganza at April 17 2014 Brigit’s Garden - just a hop from Galway city

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Brigit’s Garden will host its popular annual Easter Egg Hunt, promising a magical afternoon for children on Easter Sunday from 1pm to 5.30pm.

1916 commemorations in Galway

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Events will take place across County Galway this EasterWeekendto commemorate the 1916 Rising and the Galwegians who took part in that seismic event.

NUIG research building wins architectural award

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

The Hardiman Research Building at NUI Galway has won the title of Architectural Project of the Year at this year's CMG Awards Ceremony.

Galway scientists begin another new Atlantic venture

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Galway scientists and students are undertaking a 13-day expedition across the Atlantic in a study of the ocean.

Cheevers calls for more funding for Ballybane Library

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Funding of €100,000 for Galway city and county’s 29 libraries is “not acceptable” or anywhere near enough to maintain “this vital service”.

This is the view of Fianna Fáil Galway City East candidate Alan Cheevers, who is calling on the Galway County Council to urgently review the book funding for Ballybane Library.

‘Happy’ filmmaker works his magic at his alma mater

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Film-maker Kamil Krolak has returned to his former college to produce another “Happy” video with the current staff and students. A former Post Leaving Cert Film and TV student at GalwayCommunity College, Krolak shot to national and international prominence thanks to his hugely popular "Fifty People One Question Galway" and his "Galway is also Happy" video. His work has been featured on Primetime, The Late Late Show, and on TV3's Morning show and in a number of international media outlets.

Why Galway needs a directly-elected mayor

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

With the prospect of a directly-elected mayor for Dublin still a possibility - Environment Minister Phil Hogan said there will be no plebiscite in May but the four Dublin councils can reconsider the issue after the Local Elections - Insider contemplates what such a role could bring to Galway city.

Miss Galway 2014 - And the winner is...

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Leah Tiernan from Knocknacarra has been crowned Miss Galway 2014.

Special Vichy treatment to celebrate excellence award

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Matt O Flaherty Chemist’s Vichy advisor, Inga Paskaukiene, has been awarded the prestigous Vichy Award of Excellence.

Inga Paskaukiene received the award at a cermony presented by Laura Bermingham and hosted by Vichy in the Westin Hotel Dublin.

Savings this Easter at Cash Factory

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Cash Factory, Galway’s premier one- stop shop for all furniture needs. is offering massive savings this Easter.

Dr Eilis O'Hagan with offers to protect children's teeth

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Dr Rachel King and Dr Eilis O'Hagan, Fr Griffin Avenue, have years of experience in treating young children and recommend that if parents take measures to look after their children’s teeth, they should last them a lifetime.

Agnes Bridal trunk show in Belladonna

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

The annual and eagerly-awaited trunk show with bridal designer Agnes continues in store at Belladonna Bridal in Galway until April 27.

Easter promotion at Hanley.ie

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Hanley’s Galway is offering customers another promotion with a 15 per cent discount on all online purchases over €100 at Hanley.ie, along with free shipping over the Easter period.

Swimming is an essential life survival skill

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Anyone at any age can learn to swim. The old saying ‘It is never too late’ is true and members of Braemor Swimming Club are the proof of this.

Connemara Coast provides the perfect setting for the ultimate wedding

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

On approaching the Connemara Coast Hotel surrounded by spectacular sea views and rugged landscapes, visitors cannot help but feel they are in a special place - tucked away in a picturesque and unspoilt part of Ireland yet but still only 10 minutes from Galway city.

Galway celebrates Record Store Day at OMG @ Zhivago

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

This Saturday OMG @ Zhivago celebrates International Record Store Day.

Great offers available at Furniture House stock clearance sale

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

This is the final week of Furniture House massive €245,000 stock clearance sale with prices slashed to cost price or less on selected items across all departments. Located at 45 Briarhill Business Park, Furniture House aims to clear most stock to make way for new brands arriving soon. Furniture House is a one stop shop supplying bedding, living, and dining furniture with a wide range of accessories available at extremely competitive prices.

Returning Galwayman sets up new business in construction

Thu, Apr 17, 2014

Government grants are now available for exterior insulation and plastering, and local businessman Declan Fahy says homeowners can now avail of savings before the next budget.

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