Marx for dummies

Thu, Jan 28, 2010

Since free market capitalism imploded dramatically just less than 18 months ago, political pundits have been writing articles and publishing books saying how they saw the crash coming first.

Whether they did or not is another matter, but one man who certainly did see all this happen and foretold the world of the problems inherent within capitalism was a long haired, bearded German who lived in the 19th century.

Bishop Drennan to meet Pope in Rome showdown

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

DEFIANT Bishop of Galway Dr Martin Drennan, who has refused to bow to calls for his resignation after his name was mentioned in The Murphy report into the handling of child abuse in the Dublin archdiocese, is to speak face to face with Pope Benedict in the Vatican next month as the pontiff draws up a response to the Irish abuse scandal.

‘We’re keeping the name’ — College brand to be unchanged despite NUI abolition

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

NUI Galway is unlikely to change its name despite yesterday’s announcement of the dissolution of the National University of Ireland, according to the university’s president Dr Jim Browne.

Aer Arann flights disrupted during traffic controller strike

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

A number of Aer Arann flights were either cancelled or delayed due to the strike by air traffic controllers at airports across the country yesterday.

Job creation potential from rainwater harvesting cannot be ignored — Cannon

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Investment in rainwater harvesting systems could help prevent future water shortages and create jobs, according to Senator Ciaran Cannon.

Chaotic schools building programme leaves children in substandard conditions

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

The “chaotic nature” of the Government’s School Building Programme is forcing Galway children to suffer substandard conditions which are not fit for educational purposes, that is according to Fine Gael Galway senator Fidelma Healy Eames.

Aware Connemara Cycle 2010 launched

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Organisers have announced the third annual Aware Connemara Cycle will take place in April. People are invited to participate in the fun charity event to raise much needed funds for Aware in the west of Ireland. Aware is a national voluntary organisation giving support to people affected by depression by providing a broad range of appropriate therapies.

Move to new premises facilitates additional health services in Moycullen

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

A move to a new premises has resulted in additional health services now being available in Moycullen.

OPW and county council to take measures to prevent future flooding damage

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

A major study and various interim measures are to be take over the coming weeks to assess the level of damage caused by the recent floods and to ensure that such damage does not recur.

A working group has been set up with representatives from the OPW and the Galway County Council and it has identified numerous actions to be taken.

Salerno nun appeals for prayer and funds for victims of Haiti earthquake

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

A former Galway based nun who has been working in Haiti for the past five years has spoken of the devastation caused by the recent earthquake which has affected an estimated three million people in this the poorest country in the western hemisphere.

Thousands attend Poor Clare weekend celebration

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Thousands of people attended a public celebration and blessing to mark the completion of the newly refurbished reception area of the Poor Clare convent at the weekend.

Council needs tough policy to stamp out dumping says Connolly

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

A policy must be put in place that tolerates zero dumping in any estate, as protecting residential amenities and the health and safety of child should be the priority.

This is the view of Labour councillor Colette Connolly who was commenting on the “appalling dumping” in Corrach Bui over the weekend.

Councillors defeat City Hall proposal on empty affordable houses

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

City Hall’s proposal to hand over 57 empty houses to the Cluid Housing Association was defeated by councillors on Monday and the matter must now be re-examined by the Department of the Environment.

Kenny’s to celebrate seventy years in business

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Kenny’s will celebrate a major milestone in 2010 as is the family’s 70th year in business and the world famous bookshop and gallery has a number of events planned to mark the occasion.

Claddagh fire chief to open Ros Muc trad dance festival

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Claddagh Fire Brigade Station Captain Billy Conroy will be opening this year’s Cóilín Sheáin Dharach sean-nós dance festival at Tigh Clarke, Ros Muc, on Friday January 29.

Mayor’s Awards to be announced on Tuesday

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

The seventh annual Mayor’s Awards for Galway city will be presented at a ceremony in the Black Box Theatre on Tuesday night.

Irish economy to grow in 2010, economist tells packed crowd at Paddy Ryan Memorial Lecture

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

The view of special advisor to Brian Lenihan, Dr Alan Ahearne, is that the Irish economy has ceased to be in a real recession, and is returning to positive growth, with exports as the engine that drives the machine. Dr Ahearne claims it is advanced technological and scientific exports, from our highly educated population, that has helped make Ireland a competitive country once again.

Galway Cycling Campaign welcomes council reduced speed limit proposal

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Introducing a 30km/h speed limit in the city centre is “an excellent idea” that will benefit cyclists and pedestrians and encourage more people to walk and cycle.

This is the view of the Galway Cycling Campaign which has welcomes the Galway City Council’s intention to introduce a 30km/h speed limit as part of its proposal to secure €25 million funding from the Government’s Smarter Travel National Competition.

Calling all Ardilaun brides and grooms – past, present and future

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

The team at The Ardilaun hotel is next week welcoming all brides and grooms who had their wedding reception at The Ardilaun from 1962 to the present day to a wedding day celebration banquet dinner to once again celebrate their special day and relive all those happy memories.

American company launches Galway operations

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

There was good news on the jobs front this week with the announcement that StreamServe Inc, a leading provider of business communications solutions, is to set up its Irish operations in Galway thereby creating 20 jobs.

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