Drama fans are set for a great treat in Carnmore Centre this month when Compántas Lir stage their highly successful Supper Theatre. The event which features two plays and as well as a meal and wine has been a tremendous success over the past decade. This year the Supper Theatre will be held on Oct 16–18th and already… Read more »
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Following on from the news that road works to the value of over £400,000 are to be undertaken by the County Council under the early start program in the New Year. A Further £175,000 has been approved for the N18 at Oranmore to Claregalway. Among the roads included are: N84 Loughgeorge (I2119) and Mulacutra (2219/1), Waterview,… Read more »
Parish of Claregalway—the Assumption & St. James Dear Parishioner, Following the recent removal of poles and connection of new electricity supply by the ESB, we were able to proceed last week with the final phase of the development, the laying of tarmacadam on the car park. Five funerals have so far been held in the… Read more »
Birthday wishes to Gerard, Michelle and Dara Kirrane, Cregboy who celebrate their birthdays in September. Hope you all have a wonderful time. Congratulations to Marie And Tony Boyle, Cahergowan on the birth of their baby girl recently. Congratulations also to Margaret and Brian Delahunty, Cahergowan, on the birth of their baby boy. Congratulations to all… Read more »
Claregalway Local Directory will be on sale in the local shops at the end of September. Due to printing costs, we have had to charge a nominal charge of £1. The Directory will list all local shops, business, sporting groups and voluntary organisations, and should serve as a useful guide for people living in the… Read more »
Congratulations to Carol McKiernan and Helen Moran who were top prize winners in the Book Review Competition organized by the County Library. There were 2,500 entries from 235 schools in Galway City and County, the age group ranging from children between the ages of 8 and 12. The children were asked to review a book… Read more »
Wedding bells were ringing throughout June for the following couples, and we wish them congratulations Marie Fahy and Donal O’Connell on 2nd June Sarah Walsh and Stephen Morley on 3rd June Carmel Lyons and Tom Culkeen on 22nd June Michelle Cormican and Enda Egan on 6th July Aidan Concannon Summerfield and Lorraine Kelly, Milford, Co. Donegal… Read more »
The refurbishments to the Centre are still in the planning stages, but the committee hope to have them finalised in the near future. In the meantime, fundraising is ongoing. A calendar based on photographs of the parish taken by local photographer Gerry Mooney, is being compiled and should be available in the autumn. This will… Read more »
A wonderfully relaxed and enjoyable evening of music was held in the SMA house on the 10th June last. It was held by music teacher Ranveig Helene Nordbryhn, known also as Helene, as an end of year showcase for her students. Helene is a native of Norway who came to Galway some years ago and… Read more »
Micheál Hughes cutting the ribbon outside Hughes new supermarket. Also in the picture are Martin, Mary, Martina, Margaret and Jimmy Hughes. The opening of Hughes Family Supermarket which was opened on Friday the 6th July, brought a much needed boost to Claregalway and the surrounding areas. The Supermarket spans 10,000 square feet with very impressive,… Read more »
Well done to everyone involved in recycling, no matter how small your contribution, it makes a difference for a cleaner tomorrow! We have had a great response! Many people were eager to start recycling and did not know what to do until now. At this time most people know about Ryan Recycling and where to purchase… Read more »
Claregalway Amenity Group is grateful to Councillor Noel Grealish and Councillor Jarlath McDonagh for their financial contribution towards the Welcome to Claregalway stones. A lot of work has gone into the sourcing of these stones and we feel we have depicted the historical aspects of Claregalway with these stones, superbly designed by Natural Stone Design in… Read more »
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Beautiful photo taken this evening by Marie Dempsey at 7pm while saying the Rosary at the Grotto in Claregalway Church.
