GalwayIndependent.com News feed - Local News and B?al a Phobail http://www.galwayindependent.com Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:11:04 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.galwayindependent.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://www.galwayindependent.com GalwayIndependent.com News feed - Local News and B?al a Phobail http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8828&Itemid=82 In the current climate, it's important to keep costs down and your spirits up, so renewing your health insurance is a matter of sorting out both. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:49:10 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8827&Itemid=82 Ireland's largest beer festival, which is on its way back to Galway for its second year, needs volunteers. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:48:29 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8826&Itemid=82 Thousands of secondary school students along with their parents and teachers are expected to attend this year's NUI, Galway Open Day, which takes place on Thursday 9 October from 9am to 3pm. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:47:08 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8825&Itemid=82 A huge turnout is expected at this year's Console Galway Autumn Fashion Show, which takes place tomorrow, Thursday 2 October at the Salthill Hotel. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:45:04 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8824&Itemid=82 Repak and Galway City and County Councils are calling on Galway householders to make an extra effort to recycle more during this year's Repak Recycling Week, which takes place from Monday 6 to Sunday 12 October. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:44:15 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8823&Itemid=82 The ISPCC Galway is calling on people in Galway to register as volunteers and take part in their numerous public collections taking place all over the country in the run up to Christmas. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:43:43 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8822&Itemid=82 Pictured are the winning team in the Golfstyle Charity Pro-Am played at Bearna Golf and Country Club on Thursday, 25 September. From left: Ulick and Michael O'Halloran, and Tom Feeney and Liam Bowler. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:42:59 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8821&Itemid=82 The Irish premiere of NIE's European Narrative Trilogy is expected to be one of the highlights of this year's International Arts Festival for Children, Baboró. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:41:58 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8820&Itemid=82 Gort's Literary Festival, 'The Forge At Gort' is calling on local businesses to get behind the festival, which will take place in Gort on 27 and 28 March next year. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:39:13 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8819&Itemid=82 Galway people are being asked to take part in a run to Africa. Breath easy; it's a virtual 9,500km run between Ireland and Ethiopia being organised by the Playing for Life charity. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:38:29 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8818&Itemid=82 HSE West has said it is "taking action" on foot of a revelation last week that medical staff at University Hospital Galway were doing 'nixers' for Barrington's Hospital in Limerick. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:37:17 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8817&Itemid=82 Galway can boast a healthy spirit of volunteering, with news this week that the city and county had the largest number of projects for this year's 'Give it a Swirl' Day, Ireland's National Day of Volunteering. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:36:38 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8816&Itemid=82 A 20-year-old Renmore man has been remanded in custody following his appearance before Galway District Court charged with break-ins at the Kingfisher Club earlier this month. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:35:22 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8815&Itemid=82 Labour Councillor Billy Cameron has expressed his "alarm and concern" at the prospect of a rent arrears controller with Galway City Council being made redundant. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:34:43 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8814&Itemid=82 There has been some good news this week for the HSE West, with the revelation that Director of Public Health Dr Diarmuid O'Donovan has been awarded two prizes by the British Medical Association for his book, 'The Atlas of Health: Mapping the Challenges and Causes of Disease'. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:31:14 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8813&Itemid=82 Bill Cullen's apprentices will go from the frying pan into the deep-fat fryer next week as they get set to show their skills in Ireland's largest indigenous fast food chain, Supermac's. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:27:14 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8812&Itemid=82 Heritage group An Taisce has joined the growing chorus against the development of the historic Lenaboy Castle/St Anne's site. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:25:35 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8811&Itemid=82 St Patrick's Band will perform in the Abbey Church, Francis Street on Saturday 4 October at 8.15pm in aid of the Franciscan Abbey Roof Restoration Fund. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:24:46 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8810&Itemid=82 The inaugural 'Carnmore Mile' will take place on Sunday 5 October at the Carnmore Hurling pitch as a unique fundraiser in aid of Carnmore Camogie Club and Galway Hospice. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:24:09 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8809&Itemid=82 Researchers at NUI, Galway have had a breakthrough in renewable energy, with the development of emergency power supplies for North Sea Wind Turbines. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:23:31 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8808&Itemid=82 New laws being considered by the Government will "deal the final death blow to the local Irish shopkeeper", a local trader has warned. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:22:53 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8807&Itemid=82 A Galway Senator has called for a full investigation into €1 billion in overtime and extra payments to public servants. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:21:32 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8806&Itemid=82 A to Z Auctions will hold their monthly auction on the first Saturday of each month. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:20:47 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8805&Itemid=82 Galway RNLI Lifeboat came to the rescue of two men whose powerboat broke down near Barna on Friday afternoon. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:20:11 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8804&Itemid=82 A 39-year-old mother, who is charged with damaging a Sacred Heart picture at her home and with being drunk and abusive on the same occasion, was remanded on bail following her appearance in custody before Galway District Court this week. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:19:35 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8803&Itemid=82 The announcement of progress for 25 new school buildings across the country on Sunday held no joy for five Co. Galway schools that had expected to be on the list. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:18:06 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8802&Itemid=82 A man who barricaded himself and his girlfriend inside the sitting room of his parent's home last month and then began "frothing at the mouth" with rage when Gardaí went to arrest him, has been remanded on bail to November to see how he behaves and is to sign on weekly at Galway Garda Station in a sober state, in the meantime. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:17:25 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8801&Itemid=82 Marathon Men, Colm Scully, John Raftery, Brian Duffy, Liam Madden and Patrick Brennan are looking for potential marathon runners to fill their runners for the Dublin City Marathon in aid of the Alan Kerins African Projects on Monday 27 October. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:16:10 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8800&Itemid=82 Long-standing plans for an outbound bus lane on the Dublin Road will soon become a reality, as work begins today on the widening of the road and insertion of the new bus lane. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:14:40 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8799&Itemid=82 The annual John Lovett Memorial Walk, organised by Cumman Siul Cois Coiribe walking club, will take place on Craogh Patrick this Sunday, 5 October. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:13:37 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8798&Itemid=82 Thousands of students from NUI, Galway and GMIT will take to the streets tomorrow, Thursday 2 October, to protest over the possible reintroduction of third level fees. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:12:59 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8797&Itemid=82 The Green Party hopes to "at least double" its local representation in Galway City and County at next year's local elections. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:10:50 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8796&Itemid=82 A fashion show in aid of the Claregalway Musical Society will be held in the Claregalway Hotel on Wednesday 8 October at 8.30pm. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:08:45 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8795&Itemid=82 Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a road traffic accident that occurred at Oranswell, Bushypark on Friday 19 September. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:08:11 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8794&Itemid=82 Tickets are still available for this year's GOAL Ball, which will take place in the Clayton Hotel in Ballybrit this Friday, 3 October. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:07:39 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8793&Itemid=82 Galway Chamber, IBEC and local Fianna Fáil TD Frank Fahey have all welcomed the Government's unprecedented move yesterday to guarantee what could amount to €400 billion of banks' financial liabilities. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:06:50 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8792&Itemid=82 The owner of a language school and the licensee of a pub at the Docks have been advised by Judge Mary Fahy to co-operate with each other as businessmen in resolving a noise pollution problem, which is emanating from the pub at weekends. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:05:28 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8791&Itemid=82 Galway GAA delegates have given the green light to the county's senior hurling team to participate in next year's Leinster championship - but the decision has created divisive splits in the organisation. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:03:47 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8790&Itemid=82 Head of Business of NIB Galway, Séamus Beirne, founder and CEO of GOAL, John O'Shea and President of the Galway Chamber, Peter Allen in the Clayton Hotel on Tuesday. John O'Shea was guest speaker at an Autumn Business Lunch held by the Galway Chamber. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:20:39 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8789&Itemid=82 An expert from the UK, who has previously dealt with lead pipes and their effects, is due in Galway on Friday to advise city engineers and the local consultants on how to proceed with regard to the lead contamination of parts of Galway's water supply. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:19:33 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8788&Itemid=82 Mary Neary from Glenina Heights in Galway admires a painting titled 'Buttermilk Lane' by Jimmy Lawlor, which formed part of an auction of modern and contemporary art, including works form the Great Southern Hotels in Galway, held by Dolan's Art Auction House, in the Marriott Courtyard Hotel yesterday, Tuesday. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:16:39 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8681&Itemid=82 Sora Dance is set to open its doors to children aged six and over on Saturday 4 October in the Arus Bóthar Na Tra, GAA club in Salthill. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:27:27 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8680&Itemid=82 City Councillors voted on Monday night to "express solidarity" with the area of Beit Lahia in Gaza, Palestine. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:25:42 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8679&Itemid=82 This touching story, which was told to me recently, is extra special because it's true! It's a story about how a little boy became the very first recipient of the now famous Make-A-Wish Foundation and became known as the 'littlest firefighter' in the world. It also shows the benefits charity organisations can bring and how they can make inspirational change in our world. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:24:23 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8678&Itemid=82 The McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris, Co. Mayo will host a Wedding Fayre Extravaganza on Sunday 28 September from 1pm. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:22:37 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8677&Itemid=82 A top class senior amateur boxing tournament returns to Galway following on from a fantastic display from Ireland's Olympic Boxing squad at the Bejing Olympic Games. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:20:46 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8676&Itemid=82 Circus Gerbola, Ireland's most exciting family experience will visit Toft Park, Salthill, from today Wednesday 24 to Sunday 28 September and the Headford Road site from Wednesday 1 to Sunday 5 October. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:19:50 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8675&Itemid=82 Baboró, Ireland's flagship International Arts Festival for Children, opens on Monday 13 October with a sensational programme celebrating opera, dance, theatre, visual arts, folk singing, puppetry, comedy, music and stand up literature. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:19:01 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8674&Itemid=82 A Romanian former fisherman who had been held in custody since last week charged with stealing €440 worth of goods from two city stores, had fines totalling €600 imposed on him at Galway District Court this week. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:18:06 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8673&Itemid=82 Schools and businesses around Galway City and County are getting ready to show their true colours for GOAL Jersey Day on Friday 3 October. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:17:20 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8672&Itemid=82 Galway City Council is to examine new measures aimed at tackling fuel poverty in the city. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:15:58 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8671&Itemid=82 Three people, one of them a doctor, died after choking on their food in Galway - two of them on the same day. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:15:13 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8670&Itemid=82 A retired schoolteacher, from Kinvara in Galway will feature in Hawkeye Films broadcast of 'Scoil an tSolais'– School of Light. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:13:34 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8669&Itemid=82 Tom Sheridan's on the Clybaun Road who hosted a quiz night in aid of Irish Guide Dogs for The Blind on Thursday 18 September has raised €1,300 to help train guide dogs. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:13:03 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8668&Itemid=82 Galway's 'Friends of the Forest' group will hold a 'pro-tree' public gathering outside City Hall on Monday 6 October. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:12:22 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8667&Itemid=82 A planning application was this week put forward for a major four-storey development in Knocknacarra. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:10:25 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8666&Itemid=82 Minister of State with responsibility for Equality, Disability and Mental Health, Mr John Moloney TD, will open the conference 'Partners in Recovery: A Community Conference on Wellness and Recovery' at the Clayton Hotel in Galway on Thursday 16 October. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:09:42 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8665&Itemid=82 A table quiz in aid of the Niall Mellon Township Trust will take place on Friday 3 October at 8pm in O'Grady's, The Square, Gort. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:07:36 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8664&Itemid=82 Long-running parking shortages at University Hospital Galway (UHG) are set to be eased by a new car park at the site. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:07:06 +0100 http://www.galwayindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8663&Itemid=82 An extensive development at the Clayton Hotel in Ballybrit has been given the go-ahead by city planners. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:06:32 +0100