Get the truck outta here

Thu, May 13, 2010

The heart of Loughrea needs its arteries unclogged according to local Fine Gael representatives Sen Ciaran Cannon and Cllr Mogie Maher, who have called for a ban on heavy goods vehicles in the town centre.

The pair said this week that the town centre is still experiencing heavy HGV traffic almost five years after the completion of the bypass, and both traders and shoppers have asked that a ban on HGVs be put in place.

Hospital consultants get on their bikes for charity

Thu, May 13, 2010

Two Galway hospital consultants will embark on a novel fundraising drive next week when they begin a 1,000 mile cycle to Russia.

Safety measures to be erected at Cregmore Cross next week confirm Fahey and Noone

Thu, May 13, 2010

Variable message signs alerting drivers to their speed will be erected at Cregmore Cross next week, according to Dep Frank Fahey.

Victim left for dead after ‘savage’ attack

Thu, May 13, 2010

A young third level student and part-time barman who had everything to live for had his life turned upside down after being left for dead in a laneway following a savage attack almost nine years ago leaving him with permanent facial paralysis.

Happy end to a story worthy of Hollywood star

Thu, May 13, 2010

When Bish student and Galway's Secret of Kells Oscar nominee Evan McGuire took to the red carpet in Hollywood a few months ago, little did he know that a real story of friendship worthy of a movie would unfold before his very eyes in the coming months.

Quality pet foods delivered to your door

Thu, May 13, 2010

Do you find it hard to get to the pet store? Is the recession biting? Let locally owned Galway Pet Foods take care of you and your pets with affordable prices, and a friendly and fast delivery service that will cater for all your pet needs.

Galway Pet Foods has a range of high quality pet foods including Beta, Gain, Kasko, Go Cat, and the brilliant value Arkwrights, with many more lines to come.

Drámaí na Gaeilge 1975 - 2009

Thu, May 13, 2010

Cuirfear an-spéis anseo san iarthar i Playography na Gaeilge, bunachar sonraí idirlín ina bhfuil teacht ar eolas cuimsitheach faoi gach dráma Gaeilge a léiríodh don chéad uair sna blianta 1975 - 2009.

Todhchaí na Gaeilge sa Spidéal

Thu, May 13, 2010

Tionólfar cruinniú poiblí i Scoil Éinne, an Spidéal, Dé Céadaoin seo chugainn, 19 Bealtaine, ag 8.30in, chun plé a dhéanamh ar ullmhú plean Gaeilge don Spidéal.

Portiuncula’s emergency department at risk of cuts

Thu, May 13, 2010

If Portiuncula Hospital’s emergency department has its opening hours scaled down then University Hospital Galway which is already “bursting at the seams” will be forced to deal with the overflow.

Cell by dates

Thu, May 13, 2010

Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a genetic skin disease where blistering occurs on the skin and on internal linings such as the mouth and the intestines. It is believed to occur in an estimated one out of every 50,000 births worldwide. Those affected are often described as ‘butterfly children’ as their skin is as fragile as a butterfly’s wings.

Galway to celebrate Africa Day

Thu, May 13, 2010

Africa Day falls Tuesday May 25 and to celebrate African people and culture, there will be an exciting programme of sports, music, film, and educational events taking place in Galway city.

Cappataggle NS to retain special needs assistant

Thu, May 13, 2010

A primary school in the Ballinasloe area got good news recently with the announcement that it is to retain its special needs assistant.

Deputy Paul Connaughton was informed about Cappataggle national school by the National Council for Special Education. The Fine Gael TD had made a strong case for the retention of the full time post to the Minister for Education.

Indiana choir to sing for AIDS West

Thu, May 13, 2010

The University of Southern Indiana Chamber Choir and the Rowan Tree Irish Traditional Band will perform a free concert at St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church on Saturday May 15 at 8pm.

Under the direction of Daniel Craig, the choir will sing sacred and secular pieces and will include music by Monteverdi, Sweelinck, Berkey, and Irish traditional songs. The event is in aid of AIDS West.

Singles in the City

Thu, May 13, 2010

At the photocall to announce details of ‘Singles in the City’ were (l-r) Sara Kate Hurley, AnotherFriend.com, Ger McTague and Jayne O'Toole of The Dáil Bar.

Friends in low places…

Thu, May 13, 2010

“I might have appointed somebody but I appointed them because they were friends, not because of anything they had given me...”

Nolan welcomes council takeover of three east side estates

Thu, May 13, 2010

Residents in three east side estates will be able to contact the Galway City Council about maintenance for their area now that the council has taken the neighbourhoods in charge.

Could Ireland’s next general election mirror the drama of Britain’s?

Thu, May 13, 2010

Political anoraks will have enjoyed - and indeed are still enjoying the fallout from - the past month as the first genuinely competitive British general election since 1992 has played out.

It’s the quiet ones you have to watch

Thu, May 13, 2010

Michael J Crowe is set be elected the Mayor of Galway city on Monday June 21, but the Bohermore man should watch out as his fellow Fianna Fáil councillor Peter Keane could also have his eye on the position.

Outspoken councillors to lead new board to improve city’s drinking water

Thu, May 13, 2010

The city’s two most outspoken and controversial councillors have been elected to a new board which will work to improve the standard of Galway’s drinking water.

Public urged to monitor HSE’s every move on Portiuncula Hospital

Thu, May 13, 2010

A meeting held between HSE management and concerned local politicians to help allay mounting public fears that Portiuncula Hospital may be downgraded was positive but much still needs to be done to put people’s minds at rest.

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