Port must modernise or close down Harbour board tells TDs

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Planning permission to completely redevelop Galway docks into a larger, more modern, port and marina will be lodged in 2010, but the port will be forced to close down unless it expands and modernises to accommodate higher tonnage ships .

This is according to Eamon Bradshaw of the Galway Harbour Company board, who was addressing the Oireachtas' Joint Committee on Transport regarding proposals for the redevelopment of Galway Harbour. The cost of the new development is estimated to be €200 million.

Safety first this Halloween

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

A lack of funding will see community warden patrols finish before dark on Halloween night, leaving bonfire safety to the Garda, and fire services, according to chairman of the joint policing committee, Councillor Padraig Conneely.

Man gets eleven months in jail for taxi driver assault

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

A good samaritan taxi driver, who came to aid of a colleague, was left with a dislocated shoulder and knee injuries after he was violently thrown to the ground in a “thuggish” and racist attack, the Galway District Court heard yesterday.

County council fined for Clonbur sewage works pollution

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

The Western Regional Fisheries Board chief executive has called for the vital replacement of outdated sewage plants across the region. His comments came following the board’s successful prosecution of Galway County Council for ongoing and persistant water pollution problems at Clonbur sewage treatment works.

School prefab rental bill to reach €1.84m

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

The cost of prefab rental in Galway city and county for both primary and post-primary schools from January to December 2009 is estimated to soar to €1.84 million, according to figures obtained from the Department of Education and Science.

NUIG and ‘mannerless students’ are failing Newcastle residents

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

It is unacceptable for NUI, Galway not to provide a proper park and ride facility and unacceptable for students, or “mannerless future academics,” to park illegally in areas of Newcastle.

Coeliac information evening

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

The Western Branch of the Coeliac Society of Ireland is holding an autumn information evening on Thursday November 5 at 7.30pm, in Arts Millennium Building, NUI Galway.

Greek Embassy pledges help to Galway DJ’s grieving family

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

The grieving family of a Galway-based DJ, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident while holidaying over three months ago, are still seeking answers and have only now secured a pledge of support from the Greek Embassy.

Hurlers launch Angel Campaign

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Angel Day, The Irish Wheelchair Association’s angelic annual fundraiser, which will be taking place from November 9 to 13, was launched recently by members of The Galway All Ireland Minor Hurling Team.

Eco-campaigners and council unite to clean-up city’s parks

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Environmental campaign group Friends of the Forest and the Galway City Council have joined forces to implement a new initiative designed to secure public participation in regular major monthly clean-ups of the city’s public spaces.

Athenry halloween spectacular

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

The Athenry Heritage Centre will be transformed into a cavern of delight with spooks, ghosts, and things that go bump in the night this Saturday. Enjoy making wands and spells, experience the creepy crawly exhibits, and watch the enchanting Hansel and Gretel puppet show with the Hobgoblin Puppet Company. Be part of ‘The Scary Factor’ and win a prize. There will be face-painting, and prizes for the scariest costume. The centre will provide three performances beginning at 10.30am, 1.30pm, and 3pm.

Planning application for Cashla Power Plant withdrawn

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

A planning application for a 200 megawatt Powerplant at Cashla, Athenry, which was facing fierce opposition from locals and politicians, has been withdrawn.

Tedfest feud fixed

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Next year’s Tedfest will take place over two 'Craggy Islands', Inis Mor from February 25 to 28, and Inis Oirr from March 4 to 7. Organisers hope this will finally end the long running feud between the islands and prevent the threatened break away Dickfest taking place on the smaller island.

Government ‘denies the rights’ of Coláiste na Coiribe students

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

An injustice is being perpetuated by the Department of Education on Galway students and parents of students looking for second level education through Irish, according to Conradh na Gaeilge.

Japanese ambassador to visit Galway City Museum

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

The Japanese Ambassador to Ireland will stop in for a special visit to Galway City Museum tomorrow at 10am to see Irish children participating in the ancient Japanese art of origami.

The origami workshop is the brainchild of Wa Café owner and Japanese native Yoshimi Hayakawa, and is the second such event of its kind in the museum. The event will be free of charge and is open to all Galway children, though the museum advises that a booking should be made in advance to ensure a place.

Global security software company opens Galway office

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

There were celebrations this week at the official opening of Lumension’s new offices in Galway.

Galway teens in broadcasting project

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

This Saturday you might be surprised to find that when driving down Dominick Street your car radio suddenly starts broadcasting the voices of teenagers.

Have your say this weekend on city’s anti-racism strategy

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Public consultation for Phase 2 of the Galway City Anti-Racism Strategy – Towards a City of Equals, will take place in the city this weekend.

Tribesmen to host first National Eights event

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

A new national rowing event will be held in Galway next March.

Poor weather dampens climate change initiative

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Poor weather played havoc with plans to light up Galway as part of the international Day of Climate Action.

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