‘Well run’ University Foundation to provide updates on value for money after regulator report

Thu, Dec 19, 2019

Galway University Foundation said last evening that it will work to provide updates on all of the spending matters raised in an investigation by the Charities Regulator.

Minding those who mind our land

Thu, Dec 19, 2019

JJ Finn’s farm lies in a valley a few miles outside Gort, by the slopes of Derrybrien. For three generations, his family has farmed here. A century of agriculture, of caring for the land and the animals. In the heart of his 170 acres, the erratic Streamstown river runs down the valley, all the way to Thoor Ballylee, where once Yeats peered out at it.

The Galway Advertiser Christmas Art Competition 2019!!

Thu, Dec 19, 2019

Greta Thunberg, the impressive teenage environmental activist, has had a decisive impact on our young artists, judging from the range of thoughtful and powerful statements presented in this year’s Christmas Art Competition.

Sustainable Society - EcoFuel helping Galway Simon Community.

Wed, Dec 18, 2019

Sustainability is about being more conscious of our environmental impact. But it’s not just about reducing plastic, consuming less, or saving energy. There’s a much more important part of our environment that we overlook… It’s us, the people.

Tiny Traders turn heads in Tribeton!

Wed, Dec 18, 2019

After 2 and a half months out of action the Tiny Traders Village made a return last weekend in what Traders and customers were calling it's "best venue yet". The Tiny Traders Christmas Gift Fair which took place on Saturday and Sunday in the downstairs room of Tribeton on Merchant's Road attracted good crowds over both days as it showcased approximately 35 local Artists, Crafters, Makers, Jewellers, Designers, and more and the organizations Director Paul David Murphy said that the reaction from customers and even Traders to the new venue and the standard of products on offer was remarkable and it was frequently said that it is probably the best version of the much loved local market yet as the venue is "tailor made" for it.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS GALWAY ANNUAL CONVENTION 2019

Wed, Dec 18, 2019

Learn how Alcoholics Anonymous can help with alcoholism. Alcoholics Anonymous will hold an open public meeting in the Galway Bay Hotel, Friday 3 rd January next at 8.00pm, which is open all who have an interest in alcoholism and how Alcoholics Anonymous can help in solving a personal drinking problem or helping someone else to solve such a problem. The convention which is held on the 1 st weekend of the year attracts over 1,000 visitors to Galway.

Fantasy Football round 18 preview

Wed, Dec 18, 2019

The football just keeps coming and coming. Round 17 produced another humiliating defeat for Arsenal as they were gunned down by the brilliance of Man City's Kevin De Bruyne. Liverpool increased their advantage at the top of the table thanks to a 2-0 home victory over bottom placed Watford and a slip-up by second place Leicester. Chelsea lost at home to Bournemouth and Spurs moved within four points of the Champions League spots.

Pallas Karting Christmas gift voucher - the Christmas present of 2019!

Tue, Dec 17, 2019

'Oh the weather outside is frightful', crooned Dean Martin and while the song is aimed at the prevailing conditions outside, the stanza could easily be applicable to the frightfulness of the throngs of stressed out shoppers looking for that perfect gift for their loved one.

2019 - a mixed year for Ireland's political parties

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Most politicians will have breathed a sigh of relief last week when the unappetising prospect of a Christmas general election was narrowly averted. Yet, all know it is only delaying the inevitable, and all sides agree the contest will take place within the next four or five months, quite possibly as soon as February.

Zikomo — giving a helping hand up

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Founded in 2002, Zikomo is a Galway-based charity that is making a significant impact in tackling poverty and hardship in groups ofrural communities in Malawi, a small landlocked country located in Southern Africa.

Malawi is officially one of the poorest countries in the world ranking 170 out of 188 on the Human Development Index with over 70 per cent of the population living below the world income poverty line. The everyday basics that we take for granted are luxuries beyond the reach of most citizens including access to clean water.

Lots of change at Claregalway Hotel

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

The Claregalway Hotel is always improving and evolving its outlets to stay up to date with modern trends and styles and to this end, has changed its look and feel with a series of contemporary and stylish renovations.

European Research Council Funds ‘blue-sky’ NUI Galway biomedical research projects

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded two NUI Galway researchers €4.4 million to pursue ‘blue-sky’ biomedical research. With this support, Professor Laoise McNamara and Dr Dimitrios Zeugolis, will pursue frontier research to achieve far-reaching impact on improving human health.

Professor McNamara and Dr Zeugolis were winners in the prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant competition which saw 301 top scholars and scientists from across Europe receive awards, following a review of 2,453 proposals.

Get your children to exercise at Boogie Bunnies dance classes

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Boogie Bunnies offers high quality dance activities for your child while you can enjoy a long walk, a cup of coffee, or simply have a little time for yourself during the weekend.

Carthy to host Western Rail Corridor public meeting in Athenry tonight

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

The potential European funding available for the Western Rail Corridor will be explored at an important public meeting in Athenry tonight Thursday December 12.

The meeting hosted by Sinn Féin MEP for Midlands North West Matt Carthy, is entitled: ‘The Western Rail Corridor - Can EU Funding get Athenry on track?’ and will feature contributions from the European Parliament member, along with Louis O’Hara, Cllr Gerry Murray and members of community group FLAG (Forward Looking Athenry Group) who believe the Western Rail Corridor can bring much needed investment and tourism opportunities to the Athenry area.

Galwayman’s tune voted Best Christmas Song by Christmas FM

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Galway man Niall Teague has won the Christmas FM Song Contest 2019, with his song titled ‘Santa Claus’ picked as the best song by Christmas FM listeners nationally and internationally.

The track includes members of Saint Nicholas’ Parochial School from Galway city where they sang along beautifully with Mr Teague. Paddy Jordan also recorded the song, while Miki Belton, Padraic Joyce and Bertrand Huvé played wonderfully throughout the track.

Get into the water for COPE’s thirtieth Christmas Day swim

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

COPE Galway is calling on veteran swimmers, regular dippers, first timers and all levels between - to brave the cold Galway Bay sea on Christmas morning to raise vital funds for its services for people affected by homelessness, women and children experiencing domestic abuse, and older people in Galway.

Galway Bus Éireann depot named ‘Depot of the Year’

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

THE Galway depot of Bus Éireann won the coveted Depot of the Year at the annual Bus Éireann GEM awards last weekend.

Aerfort Chonamara purchase will ‘provide certainty’ to Aran Islanders says Kyne

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

The purchase of Aerfort Chonamara by the State for €2.75 million, will, “provide certainty and assurance to the communities on Inis Mór, Inis Meáin, and Inis Oírr”, a leading Galway TD has said.

Sinn Féin calls for re-introduction of Údarás elections

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Elections to Údarás na Gaeltachta must be re-introduced to “return power to the people” and allow Gaeltacht residents to “elect their own representatives directly to the Údarás board”.

Hundreds of crèches facing closure if re-registration not sorted – Rabbitte

Thu, Dec 12, 2019

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Children and Youth Affairs, Anne Rabbitte TD, has raised serious concerns over the number of crèches who have yet to apply for re-registration with Tusla.

It has emerged during Oral Questions with the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Katherine Zappone that there are 230 crèches yet to submit their re-registration applications to Tusla ahead of today (Thursday)’s deadline. This equates to six per cent of crèches. Failure to re-register means that Tusla cannot guarantee a service will be allowed to operate from 1st January 2020.

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