Man armed with knife threatens another, court hears

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

A young man who while carrying a knife threatened a person sitting in a car in a housing estate driveway was remanded on continuing bail at Galway District Court this week.

Older people urged to tell organisation how to make Galway more age friendly

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Older people are invited to give their views on how Galway city can become more age-friendly.

Burglar caught red-handed gets six months

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

A burglar who had used up his chances was sentenced to six months at Galway District Court this week while his accomplice received a suspended sentence.

James Morris (22) with an address at 11 John Coogan Park, Newcastle, and Joseph McDonagh (20) with an address at 32 Droim Chaoin, Rahoon, appeared before Judge Gerard Haughton charged with possession of a screwdriver and gloves, while not in place of residence, with the intent to commit burglary at 39 Ard Na Coiste on June 11, 2008. They were also both charged with committing criminal damage while trespassing on the same date and address.

Former hurler Iggy to lead workshop on coping with loss

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

A weekend workshop on loss/grieving will take place at The Ardilaun on November 15 and 16.

No shows to pay €2,000 price for no insurance

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Two no shows were fined €2,000 each by a stern judge at Galway District Court this week for the offence of driving without insurance.

New gates for Salthill shelters

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

The shelter and changing area in Ladies Beach, Salthill, which is decorated with colourful murals, is to have new, specially designed, gates which will be locked every evening and opened early in the morning.

Educo launch new health products

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Educo Health Products launch their revolutionary women’s health product, Profemme in Galway next week.

Newcastle drug driver fined €1,200 and disqualified

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

A man who had been found sitting in his car with the engine running after smoking cannabis failed to contest charges against him and was fined €1,200 for intent to drive while under the influence of drugs at Galway District Court this week.

Two days of storytelling and dance in Coole Park visitor centre

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Coole Park, located just a few miles west of Gort, is bringing two days of storytelling and dancing to its visitor centre for Galwegians of all ages to enjoy.

Starting this evening, it is a night of storytelling with local storyteller Clare Muireann Murphy as she spins stories from Galway county in this session of stories for adults. A uniquely devised blend of old Galway stories, from the myths and folktales that make up the lie of the land to the more contemporary urban legends, this original gathering of tales, researched and developed by Clare will give you a new perspective on Galway. Come and enjoy an evening full of tales of love, adventure, betrayal and loss set amidst the lovely green hills and beautiful coastline of Co Galway. Not suitable for children under 11 years, stories will begin at 8pm.

The McWilliam Park Hotel

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

The McWilliam Park Hotel boasts of the quiet country charm yet is within easy walking distance of Claremorris town and is located just off the N17 halfway between Galway and Sligo and only ten minutes from Knock.

Tuam set to wipe out Fianna Fáil in north of the county

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Tuam has increased its natural hinterland on the west and may have lost some wise councillors on the east. The change was a natural alignment on paper by bringing the East Galway regions of the Oranmore electoral ward into the Tuam ward, while adding to the hinterland of Ballinasloe town.

Return of the Cox era on the cards?

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

When Margaret Cox failed in her bid to win a seat in Galway West in the 2007 General Election it looked as if the Cox era, which had dominated local politics for many years, was over.

Could Galway produce a Barack Obama?

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Many of us never thought we would see the day when a black man would become president of the USA, but in the early hours of Wednesday morning, it happened.

Enda Kenny to take his Town Hall roadshow to Galway

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

What they do in America, they sooner or later try here. The US presidential election some ‘town hall’ style debates between Barack Obama and John McCain - and now Fine Gael is going to try the format here.

A tale of Padraig and Padraic

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Not since 1982 and the heady early days of the Garret FitzGerald led Fine Gael-Labour coalition, has Fine Gael won two seats in Galway West, but could a ticket of Padraic McCormack, Padraig Conneely, and Fidelma Healy Eames next time out do it?

Fianna Fáil learns worth of Elton John’s view

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

No doubt Fianna Fáilers in Galway are pondering the lyrics of Elton John’s 1976 hit ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’, and finding them apt to their current situation.

Galway welcomes Obama’s victory

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

In the early hours of Wednesday morning, Sen Barack Obama became the 44th president of the United States of America and the first African-American to achieve this office. It is a day few thought would ever come.

Obama victory - What does Galway think?

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Michael D Higgins

Standúns new look department store a treasure trove this Christmas

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Standúns newly revamped department Store offers an exciting range of products and gifts to suit all ages.The Ladies’ and mens’ Departments stock international as well as Irish labels.

Galway Africans set to celebrate at the Afro-Caribbean Party

Thu, Nov 06, 2008

Galway’s African and Caribbean communities are set to hold a major celebration in the city to promote multiculturalism and integration in the region.

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