Galway journalist’s book on showband legend soars up charts

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

The official biography of one of Irish showband music’s pioneers written by by a Galway journalist has soared up the book selling charts.

World Animal Week in Galway

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

An event that helps to raise awareness of animal welfare and the work of welfare groups in Ireland will run next week from Monday October 4.

Refurbished mental health facility opens in Portumna

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

A newly refurbished community mental health facility in Portumna was officially opened by Minister for Equality, Disability and Mental Health John Moloney recently.

Elegant wedding afternoon at The g

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

The g Hotel, Galway’s most luxurious five star hotel, will host an ‘Elegant Wedding Afternoon’ on Sunday October 4 from 2pm to 5pm. The multi award winning hotel will be transformed into a wedding wonderland for couples planning their big day.

Once worn wedding dress sale

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

Since its inception earlier this year, www.sellmyweddingdress.net has recorded great success for brides past and present, so much so that it expanded to its first Once Loved Dress Sale in Athlone on March 14.

Why I am voting No to Lisbon – Labour’s Cllr Colette Connolly

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

Firstly, the Lisbon Treaty we are being asked to vote on is exactly the same treaty the Irish electorate rejected in 2008 and also the Dutch and the French in 2005. The Lisbon Treaty is so called because of the failure to gain agreement to name it a European Constitution, hence the word treaty. Why is it before us again?

KATS auditions

Thu, Oct 01, 2009

THE KNOCKNACARRA Amateur Theatre Society will be holding auditions for its forthcoming productions.

New book advocates the funny side of voting Yes

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

If you want to vote Yes, or are looking for information as to why you might consider voting Yes, then instead of enduring a lecture from one of those boring Yes campaigners, try Nick McGinley.

When it comes to NAMA be calm but vigilant

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Lisbon. NAMA. The Budget. As the Government and assorted commentators have hammered into people, these are the three big issues that will determine the legacy (and longevity) of the Fianna Fáil/Green Government and have a massive bearing on the medium to long term future of this country.

Girl’s night away at the Limerick Strand Hotel

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Ireland’s No 1 hen destination

Two cities, four nights, two dinners, entry to two attractions

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

‘Staycate’ in style: Now you can tailor your home holiday to your individual taste as the Harbour Hotel, Galway joins forces with its sister hotels, the Limerick Strand Hotel and the Hilton Kilmainham in Dublin. With a fantastic four-night stay between any two of these fabulous destinations for only €250 per person* including one dinner in each chosen property, you can experience the excitement of exploring two different cities within one holiday experience! This unbelievable price also includes a choice of passes to some of Ireland’s best attractions.

City Library launches modern languages children’s section

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Galway City Library will launch a new section in its children’s Library devoted to a collection of books in French, Spanish, German and Italian.

The Long Walk Market is open on Saturdays

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The Long Walk Market is a new business venture and arts space, which will be held every Saturday, upstairs at Nimmo’s Restaurant by the Spanish Arch.

UHG head’s concerns about hospital a ‘damning indictment’, says HSE forum chair

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Concerns raised by the general manager of University Hospital Galway that the facility cannot function as a centre of excellence due to financial cutbacks as well as its effects on patient care were a “damning indictment”, the chairman of the HSE West’s regional health forum said this week.

Cage fighting comes west

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

World extreme cage fighting is an American mixed martial arts with fights taking place in a small octagonal cage and the big stars from the sport are heading west.

Oranmore drama group looking for members

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The Oranmore based music and drama group Bualadh Bos is calling for musicians, singers, actors, stage hands, volunteers, and helpers for the forthcoming season.

Ill, old, obese and pregnant are most at risk from swine flu

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Younger people, those with an underlying illness, pregnant women and people who are obese are the groups who are likely to become most seriously ill and among whom most deaths may be recorded from swine flu, a local health expert revealed this week.

Childline appoints community fundraiser in Galway

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The incoming president of the Business and Professional Women’s group in Galway for 2010 has been appointed a community fundraiser for the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children service Childline.

Strictly vinyl at The Townhouse

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

The Townhouse bar presents its new monthly Thursday vinyl party Strictly Vinyl. Thursday night is so close to the weekend you can almost touch your Saturday morning lie in, and is a great night out for a few drinks with friends or work mates. Without the madness of a packed Saturday night on the tiles, and with the feeling of doing something you should not be, Strictly Vinyl will be the first of the Townhouse's forays into something different for its customers. Located just across from the Spanish Arch, great music, good vibes, and happy smiling customers are the order of the day in the Townhouse, and this night is set to explode into cult status. The decks will be manned by Galway’s infamous music guru of the sixties to the eighties resident DJ Brick Flanders. Brick will spin the tracks for each of these nights, joined by special guests. If customers want to bring along some of their own favorite tracks for Brick to spin then they are more than welcome.

Cocktails and glamour at Tom Sheridan’s

Thu, Sep 24, 2009

Ladies night at Tom Sheridan’s returns on Thursday October 1 at 9pm. The popular night of girlie fun is back for the autumn/winter months to brighten up those dark evenings with a touch of glamour. Adding that glamour to the proceedings are the lovely ladies from The Powder Rooms at Michael Mc Loughlin’s pharmacy in Knocknacarra.

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