Public confidence in water supply has ‘gone totally’

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Public confidence in the cleanliness and safety of the Galway drinking water supply has “gone totally” as the city faces into its second major water crisis in less than 18 months.

The discovery of “very high levels of lead” in 12 houses around the city, particularly in Old Mervue, has led to City Hall and the HSE issuing a warning to residents of the area not to drink the water until further notice.

Council and HSE advise public on precautionary measures to deal with water crisis

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

The Galway City Council and the HSE have advised residents of Old Mervue not to drink tap water and informed the rest of the city on the precautionary measures which must be taken to deal with the latest with water crisis.

Public urged to support fundraiser for six-year-old boy

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A fundraiser in aid of a six-year-old boy who was paralysed following a car crash will take place on Saturday at An Púcán, Forster Street, from 10pm until late.

Man sent forward for trial charged with sexual assault

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A 43-year-old, charged with the alleged sexual assault of a woman last year, has been sent forward for trial.

Stargazers to flock to Galway to see Uranus and other marvels

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Stargazers from across the country are set to descend on Galway next year as the city is to become the astronomy capital of Ireland.

Model boat display this weekend in the Claddagh

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A special model boat display will be held in the Claddagh Basin on Saturday organised by Baidoiri an Cladaig - the Claddagh Community Boat Club.

New pulmonary programme for Merlin Park Hospital

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A new out-patient exercise and education programme designed to improve the quality of life of patients with chronic respiratory disorders has begun at Merlin Park Hospital.

Economy might dictate future of Lenaboy Castle park plans

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Calls to have lands around Lenaboy Castle made into a public park could fail to become a reality because of the planning process and strict spending during an economic downturn.

Stiltwakers and a captive giant to take over An Cheathrú Rua this weekend

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

On Saturday a giant will be led through the streets of An Cheathrú Rua before being burned at the stake, accompanied by the sight and sound of an Irish speaking Australian stiltwaker.

The events will be part of Dóilín 2 - the second weekend of the maritime festival Féile an Dóilín - which takes place tomorrow and Saturday.

Pig out at the Monster Organic Ball and save the lives of thirty-seven kids

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Galway has always been a town to do things a little differently, and raising money for a good cause is no exception. Instead of a restrained black tie affair, Galway's Monster Organic Ball is a thoroughly enjoyable celebratory event, combining an enormous as-much-as-you-can-eat organic banquet, full free bar, and 10 hours of live music, entertainment and dancing.

Is there any space for the public?

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

What is a civic, public, space in Galway? Is it a publicly owned land or building where people can assemble and meet or in today’s society does it only mean pubs and shopping centres which are privately owned and run for profit? What about those with disabilities, how do they experience Galway city?

Galway film company looks inside India’s inspirational Rainbow School

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Galway based Hawkeye Films became the first film crew to film inside the famous Rainbow School in Kolkata, India. The results of that filming have been made into a documentary to be broadcast this weekend.

Scoil an tSolais - School of Light will be broadcast on TG4 this Sunday at 9.30pm as part of the station’s Cogar series.

Ballybrit heroin dealer jailed for twelve months

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A Ballybrit man who denied selling eight bags of heroin, was sentenced to 12 months at Galway District Court this week, after he failed to convince Judge Mary Fahy that he had been at the petrol station on the Tuam Road just “to get gear”.

Enjoy money free shopping at barter fair

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

If the downturn in the economy has made you think about economising it may be time to consider bartering.

Cllr Connaughton to bow out of politics next year

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Cllr Sinead Connaughton will not be seeking re-election to the Galway County Council next year, she announced this week.

Hang out with the Galway Community Circus

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

THE GALWAY Community Circus is looking for young people aged 13 and over with circus aspirations to join the group for a show in the Black Box in November.

The Galway Community Circus and Irish aerial company Fidget Feet will stage Hanging Out in The Black Box Theatre on Thursday November 20.

German Lutheran Thanksgiving service

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A German Lutheran Thanksgiving Service will be held tomorrow at 7.30pm.

Dublin woman flees city hotel and taxi without paying

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

A 32-year-old Dublin woman had a slap up meal at g Hotel before taking off without paying the bill and then tried to avoid paying a taxi fare into the city centre, the Galway District Court heard this week.

Enjoy Czech food and culture this weekend in honour of Wenceslas

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

Czech hero King Wenceslas will be celebrated at an event in the Granary Learning Centre, Dominick Street, this Sunday at 6pm.

Plumber fined for breaking restaurant window

Thu, Sep 25, 2008

An unemployed plumber, who was fined for breaking the window of a city centre restaurant when he was acting the “maggot” on a night out with friends, was advised to find other ways to spend his earnings on other than fines.

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