Public consultation on anti-racism strategy takes place next week

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Phase two of the Galway City Anti Racism Strategy – Towards a City of Equals is being drafted and consultations with the public will be held throughout next weekend.

Saw Doctors set to sing a song for Croí

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

The Saw Doctors, Gemma Hayes, and Tommy Fleming are among 10 prominent west of Ireland artists featured on a new charity CD created to raise funds for heart charity Croí.

Relax at the Ardilaun leisure centre

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

The Ardilaun Leisure Club is one of Galway’s longest serving leisure facilities. The leisure club is now celebrating its 10th year in operation and has grown considerably.

More staff needed, not fewer, to deal with potential Hallowe’en trouble, says McNelis

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Hallowe’en is no longer a spiritual and cultural celebration but an “excuse for lawlessness and anti social behaviour”, according to Labour city councillor Niall McNelis.

Support The Global Fund with a red buggy from Bella Baby

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Bella Baby Oranmore, Ireland’s premier supplier of baby care products, introduces a limited edition Bugaboo Cameleon Red pushchair.

Breast cancer info day at UHG

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute will hold a breast cancer information day at the University Hospital Galway’s breast cancer unit from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday.

Citylink to provide the cheapest fares to Dublin

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Citylink, the provider of express coach travel throughout Ireland, is set to launch the lowest ever single ticket fare, on its new non-stop service between Galway and Dublin.

Casting sessions for new feature film

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

A casting session for extras for a new feature film, The Guard, directed by John McDonagh, takes place this coming weekend.

Weddings at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Love never goes out of fashion, and when planning your most romantic day you will find nowhere more opulent and stunning than the four star Hotel Meyrick. The hotel is one of history, charm, and romance, and has been welcoming guests since 1845. Hotel Meyrick is a must see if planning a true Galway wedding. Situated in the heart of the city, with ample car parking space near by, it promises a luxury day at an affordable price.

Council moves to deal with backlog of motions

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

The agendas for the Galway City Council meetings are clogged with numerous motions put forward by councillors, many languishing on the list, undealt with often for three or four years.

New series of Irish language Bible storybooks to be launched

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

The first Bibles in the Irish language were seen in the 16th century, produced by the English, seeking to covert Ireland to the new Protestant religion.

Health, fitness, and lifestyle at the Kingfisher

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Winter Workouts

Michael D to open new Flirt FM premises in NUIG

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Flirt FM 101.3, the NUI, Galway student radio station, will have its new premises in Áras na Mac Léinn officially opened at 3pm this Monday by Labour Party president Michael D Higgins.

Oughterard butcher wins national award

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

Bill Morgan of Roger Finnerty’s butchers, Oughterard has demonstrated his reputation for quality by attaining top awards in the national sausage and puddings awards.

Pressure grows on colleges to clamp down on student misconduct

Thu, Oct 08, 2009

A significant rise in public order offences since the beginning of the college term has been reported by gardai and residents across the city, resulting in an Garda Siochana directing extra resources to deal with the anti-social behaviour.

Shock as popular businessman loses his life in weekend of road tragedies

Thu, Oct 08, 2009

Well-known local businessman David Kelly was one of two people killed on the county’s roads over the weekend.

Young lads wanted for The Guards in Galway

Thu, Oct 08, 2009

Galway boys aged from nine to 11 are being sought for a role in the upcoming film version of Ken Bruen’s novel The Guards and auditions take place this weekend.

Closing date looms for JCI Galway Young Entrepreneur competition

Thu, Oct 08, 2009

JCI Galway’s 11th annual young entrepreneur competition is currently underway and nominations are invited for the 2009 Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. The closing date for application is next Monday October 12. The competition has been a significant accomplishment not only for JCI Galway, but also for the winner and the sponsors involved in the competition.

It's Maxx-imum impact – job boost as clothes chain opens in new CityPoint complex

Thu, Oct 08, 2009

ONE of Galway's biggest retail developments ever opens its doors this morning when the massive TK Maxx store opens in the CityPoint complex at Eyre Square.

Fahey launches new campaign to raise support for city outer bypass

Thu, Oct 08, 2009

“The future growth of Galway city is in jeopardy if the Galway City Outer Bypass does not proceed,” according to Galway West TD Frank Fahey who is organising a campaign to raise public support for the controversial structure.

This month the High Court will make its decision in relation to the judicial review of the controversial Galway City Outer Bypass. However, depending on its decision, the issue of the conflict with the habitat directive may be required to be considered by the European Commission.

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