Christmas jail term for homeless man
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
A homeless man with a chronic alcohol problem who has been found lying inebriated on the streets of the city on many occasions over the years by Gardai, and who now suffers from unexplained blackouts, will be spending Christmas in Castlerea Prison this year.
Read more ...Does Galway really need another off-licence? asks judge
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Does Galway city need another off-licence? That was the question posed by Judge Mary Fahy at Galway District Court this week following an application by a specialist wine company to open a new off-licence in the Westside of the city.
Read more ...Fine Gael set to oppose any attempt to abolish waiver system
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Fine Gael councillors are set to “resist at every opportunity” any attempts to abolish or “water down” the waiver system for refuse collection, if any such proposal comes before the council’s budget meeting.
Read more ...FF hopefuls sweat it out waiting for interview date
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
The major question among those hoping to become Fianna Fáil candidates in the next Local Election is when are the interviews taking place. To date they have received no answer.
Read more ...Connolly slams ‘unacceptable’ delay in opening sexual assault treatment unit
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
The delay in opening a sexual assault treatment unit in the city has been described as “unacceptable” by a city councillor.
Read more ...Colaiste na Corribe ‘shafted’ by Department of Education, says Mayor
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
“A major setback to education in Galway” is how Mayor Padraig Conneely has described a decision by the Department of Education which will prevent Colaiste na Corribe building a much needed new school premises in Knocknacarra.
Read more ...Budget may include car parking charges hike
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Not only are ratepayers facing a likely increase from what could be Galway city’s toughest budget in more than 20 years, but motorists could end soon feel the pinch as well.
Read more ...St Nicholas’ Annual Christmas Fair this weekend
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church will hold its Annual Christmas Fair this Saturday from 10am to 2pm in St Patrick’s School Hall.
Read more ...Remembering a violent incident at Coole Park
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
IN MAY 1921, Margaret Gregory, widow of Lady Gregory’s son Robert, was the sole survivor of an IRA ambush at Ballyturn House, near Coole Park.
Read more ...Everton academy coach for Power Soccer
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Power Soccer has confirmed the visit of an Everton academy coach to Power Soccer School of Excellence in Galway over the weekend of January 2-4, 2009.
Read more ...Drama and literature at Coole
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Visitors to Coole Park this week can enjoy history, drama, and literature for all ages as part of the ongoing Coole Winter Programme.
Read more ...A feast of festive music for AIDS West
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Since its beginning, the AIDS West candlelit memorial service has become a firm favourite with the people of Galway and this year, the 21st anniversary of AIDS West, they will be treated to a double helping of festive music when the award-winning choir Cois Cladaigh will perform two concerts to commemorate World AIDS Day.
Read more ...Christmas with a conscience at Martine’s
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
To celebrate its Christmas with a Conscience campaign Martine’s Wine Bar is donating 100 per cent of its service charge for the month of December to Galway Simon Community, which provides accommodation and services to people in Galway who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Read more ...Good Shepherd invites the flock for a good night out
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
The Good Shepherd Parish is holding its second annual social tomorrow night (Friday 28 November), at the Castlegar Sports Complex.
Read more ...Craft fair this weekend
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Handcrafts Ireland will hold its annual craft fair at the Galway Bay Hotel this weekend.
Read more ...Information meeting for parents of multiples
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Want to talk to someone else who has multiples? Compare notes, make new friends, have a chat or get advice?
Read more ...Industrial action lifted at Portiuncula Hospital
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Industrial action was lifted at Portiuncula Hospital earlier this week following agreement between the nursing union, the Irish Nurses’ Organisation, and the HSE West.
Read more ...Create the perfectly groomed look every day
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Ever imagined how amazing you’d look if you had a professional hair and make-up team working on you around the clock?
Read more ...Charity event to raise funds for Peruvian children
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
Atlantic Language Galway is organising a charity show in aid of the Hogar San Francisco de Asis home for sick and destitute children in Peru.
Read more ...Jes Rowing Club table quiz
Thu, Nov 27, 2008
The Jes Rowing Club will kick start its annual fundraising drive with a table quiz tonight in the Warwick Hotel in Salthill.
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