There must be ‘consistency among planners’ says Michael Eames

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Young local families in Maree and Oranmore are being denied planning permission on their own family lands, despite meeting the Galway County Council’s ‘housing need’ criteria.

Man jailed after assault on bus driver

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

A 39-year-old Galway man who assaulted a bus driver by lunging at her, attempting to take the keys out of the ignition and turn the vehicle, has been sentenced to eight months in jail.

The Galway District Court heard last Monday how an intoxicated John Paul Barrett had technically assaulted the bus driver after realising he had got on to the wrong bus.

Aye, aye captain — new Captain Tortue range of designer clothes hits Galway

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Captain Tortue is an exciting range of designer children’s clothes from France at non-designer prices and are now available in Galway. Captain Tortue sells high quality but very durable clothing for children aged two - 14 years and babies aged from six to 24 months.

The range is sold exclusively by independent consultants at house parties, personal viewings or fundraisers.

Still crazy after all these years

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

He can’t sing but he can certainly talk, in fact that’s exactly how one-time Gaeilgeoir pin-up and radio mad-hatter Seán Bán Breathnach has built up such a successful career over the last 40 years.

Ireland needs a ‘culture of saving’, says Ganley

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Unless Government borrowing is curbed and “a culture of saving” comes into force, pension reserve funds will be raided and “our children’s working lives will extend way beyond their 65th birthdays”.

Shoplifter attempts to fool alarms with tin-foil lined bag, court hears

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

A seven month sentence was imposed on a woman who used a tin-foil lined bag to rob €630 worth of perfume from a city centre, however, it is now uncertain how much of that sentence she will actually serve after it was revealed that she had served only two days of a sentence imposed last May for shop lifting.

Kingfisher Easter children’s camp

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

This Easter why not treat your children to something different along with their chocolate eggs and sign them up for the Kingfisher’s fun filled Easter camp. Children are sure to love the energetic, activity-filled, week at the Kingfisher health and fitness centre. The camp will run from Monday April 6 to Friday April 10 and is suitable for ages four to 12.

French and Spanish summer camps

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Following the success of the French interaction camps for secondary school students, this summer Gort Ard, Salthill, is adding a Spanish camp. The camps are a unique blend of language teaching and activities, together with French or Spanish students attending a parallel English language course. The French camps take place throughout June and the Spanish camp is in July. Students can attend on a day or a residential basis.

O’Flaherty and Walsh condemn ‘utter confusion’ over Old Mervue water crisis

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

There is “utter confusion” regarding the upgrade of the water distribution system in Old Mervue and a recent letter from City Hall to local residents has only confused matters further.

Corrandulla will not be left without a garda says Hoade

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Concerns are currently being raised that the Corrandulla area will be left without a garda.

EU countries must act together to defeat the recession, Galway conference told

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Many individuals and businesses have seen pensions, savings, and profits plummet, as banks have failed, credit has stopped, workers have lost their jobs, and consumers have stopped spending.

Westport House’s Pirate Adventure Park Competition

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

For those looking for the perfect value for money family day out, look no further than Westport House and its recently rebranded Pirate Adventure Park – ‘a treasure trove of family fun’. Built on the ruins of a former castle of legendary Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley and still owned by her direct descendants, this magnificent house and fun-packed Pirate Adventure Park has something to appeal to everyone, young or old.

And with great value family season tickets available from as little as €100 for one adult and two child or €200 for two adults and four children – that’s less than €1 a day – you can have unlimited fun and enchantment for less despite the recession! If you buy a normal family ticket you can also redeem the cost of it off a season ticket.

Galway women wanted for Croí mini marathon fundraiser

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Local heart charity Croí is reminding all those considering taking part in this year’s Flora Women’s Mini Marathon to act fast as the April 21 closing date for entries is approaching fast. The largest all women’s event of its kind in the world, with over 40,000 participants, the mini marathon will take place this year on the Bank Holiday Monday, June 1.

Half price luxury Easter eggs at Headlines

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Make your Easter more luxurious by purchasing your Lily O’Brien’s Easter eggs in Headlines Newsagents, Corrib Centre, Galway.

New sheltered bicycle stands in Eyre Square and Spanish Parade

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

This week sees the rollout of new sheltered bicycle stands in Eyre Square and Spanish Parade areas for a trial period of six months.

Access Music Project to celebrate 10th birthday

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Galway’s Access Music Project will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Monday with a gathering in the St Patrick’s Band Society Hall, Forster Street, at 10am.

The special guests will be the Mayor of Galway Cllr Padraig Conneely and the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Éamon Ó Cuív. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided.

Cara Office Supplies takes the pain out of setting up

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

If you are setting up a new business or moving premises Cara Office Supplies is your one stop shop for all office requirements.

NLP for self esteem and performance

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

The Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology Lifelong Learning Centre is collaborating with Evelyn Cormican, the founder of Blueprint Coaching andTraining to offer a new night course titled “Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) for Self Esteem and Performance”, starting on April 22.

Lorg Printmakers

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

LORG PRINTMAKERS has moved to new premises at the Ballybane Enterprise Centre.

Youth work activism workshop

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

An event aimed at youth workers, managers, teachers, and those looking to develop their skills in the area of global issues and activism in youth work, will take place in Galway.

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