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Two dogs found outside Claregalway wandering the road heading towards Galway both injured.

Third place in category A of the St. Jarlath's Credit Union Schools Quiz were Lackagh National School. <br />
Pictured are (back) Anne Marie Creaven (St. Jarlath's Credit Union), Shay O'Connor (teacher) and Shona O'Dwyer (St. Jarlath's Credit Union).<br />
Front: pupils Sarah McSharry, Caoimhe Fitzmaurice, Stopie Stapleton, Ryan Carr and Cillian Joyce.

Claregalway Educate Together won first place in the St. Jarlath's Credit Union Quiz.<br />
Pictured are (back) Carmel Walshe (St. Jarlath's Credit Union), Siobhan Broderick (teacher), Kathleen Moran (St. Jarlath's Credit Union).<br />
Front: Evan Morrison, William Walsh, Eric Grealish and Matthew Newell.

Coláiste Bhaile Chláir student, Sean Connaire, has been awarded a gold medal for achieving first place in the country in the 2018 Junior Certificate Business Studies exam.<br />
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Sean received his medal at the Business Studies Teachers' Association of Ireland (BSTAD)Business Studies Achievement Awards ceremony, hosted by Banking & Payment Federation Ireland (BDFI) at their offices on One Molesworth Street, Dublin. The awards recognise the achievements of students in Accounting, Economics and Business at Leaving Certificate Level and Business Studies at Junior Certificate Level.<br />
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The winners, including Sean, were presented with their medals by BDFI President Gavin Kelly and Margaret McDonnell, Honorary President, BSTAI.<br />
Sean's teacher Katie Bell and Principal Alan Mongey, were also recognised for this outstanding achievement.

O’Neill family and friends playing in SMA House next Sunday. Save the date..

Need a car wash?? Check out beside The Summefield Bar today where you can get your car washed for 5 euro!!!

Friday Bridge Club dining in The Arches Hotel.

DIARY DATE...Tickets for our production of Same Old Moon are available now!

SMA priest Fr James with Marie Dempsey, Josie Concannon and Pat Griffith.

Like dancing? Then why not come along to the Claregalway SMA House this Sunday for an afternoon of dance with the renowned Outback. Dancing from 2pm to 6pm on the newly revamped dance floor. All welcome. Admission €10.00.

Ciaran Cannon playing the piano in Aras an Uachtaráin with our President Michael D Higgins looking on.

Yoga with Grainne - every Wednesday from 10am to 11am - upstairs over Hughes SuperValu. Contact Grainne at (087) 923 4669 for further information.

TODAY....AT CLAREGALWAY SECONDARY SCHOOL.

Sad to see that Happy Days in Galway Shopping Centre is no longer in business. It will be hugely missed.

Two senior dogs have been missing from Moycullen area Co Galway since Sat Jul 21st, 2018<br />
Both microchipped, neutered, about ten years old. <br />
Both female cocker spaniels. <br />
The black dog has a sore front leg and is possibly being looked after by the brown one, They've been together since birth.<br />
They might be anywhere in the country by now.<br />
If you have information please contact 0871932871<br />
missingcockerspanielgirl2@gmail.com<br />
SUBSTANTIAL REWARD OFFERED for their safe return.<br />
Would you please post this message and the photos on your Facebook page.<br />
Anything you could do to help would be greatly appreciated<br />
Thanks a million !<br />
Yours sincerely <br />
Dog owners John and Lucy

Today is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one! 🖋😊

COMMUNITY POST: Reader’s dog Ruairi is missing since about 4pm from outside Centra Claregalway. A very quiet dog with a collar.

The ‘Arch’ Sculpture<br />
sited at Claregalway as part of the East Galway Art Program, a work by Robert McColgan.<br />
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The Story so far…<br />
Six projects were nominated for the East Galway Art Program. Site(s) visits in each area were organised for the artists by the County Galway Arts Office. Transport, food and compansionship were supported by information and contacts for each place: History, Sociology, Geology etc. Artists were encouraged to submit for as many projects as possible. I put in ideas for four.<br />
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The site(s) at Claregalway can be treated as two, divided by the road, or as one, joined by it. Open ad exposed both visually and to the elements, the whole is 80 meters long with an average width of 10 meters. This location was interesting because it made demands that suited the direction my work had been taking: large scale and site specific. Positioned at the entrance to the town, here was an opportunity to make a major “gateway” work”. It was immediately apparent that a work of considerable scale and extension would be required, be it in one or two or more parts.<br />
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I drew up many ideas, always attempting to “connect” the two parts of the site. This resolved itself through the arch concept which was suggested by the historical links with stone arches in the area. An arch of welcome began to become the solution. The use of modern materials would act as a foil to the existing arches while celebrating the dawn of the new Millennium and the extraordinarily positive transformations taking place in Ireland and Claregalway today. One sees innovation and confidence everywhere.<br />
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The work should connect locally, symbolise Community and achieve iconic status as a symbol for Claregalway and the area.<br />
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The sculpture needs to function in support of local initiative and activity.<br />
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The quarter circle, at the left, in plan forms the cup of a hand, symbolising Closeness and Community and relates in scale to people of all ages. This element of the work is suitable for centering performance events of all kinds which on festive and celebratory occasions would bring vibrancy and life to the site.<br />
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The sculpture would need to be simple and memorable.<br />
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The scale and unity of the piece makes it easy to recall and associate with Claregalway.<br />
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Robert McColgan<br />
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About the Artist<br />
Robert McColgan is a long established artist with a background in 2D and 3D Media, Dance, Performance and Community Arts.<br />
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He has been working in the Public Arts arena for the past decade. He has represented Ireland abroad and to date has completed many large scale projects. He is a holder of the Medalha Municipal from Caldas da Rainha in Portugal.<br />
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Founder of the Art Day concept in 1985 at the Bray School Project, a movement which is now widespread throughout Ireland, he continues his involvement with Community Arts in his sculpture and at the Glasnevin Educate Together National School.<br />
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His work in Education takes him all over Ireland and is focused on opening up new opportunities and strands at every level. He is a Senior Lecturer in Fine Art, Painting and Sculpture at the Dublin Institute of Technology wich is supportive of art practice as an important research element within the teaching/learning domain.<br />
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The “Arch” project is the main focus of Roberts work at this time and is, he says “proving to be a challenging but satisfying opportunity”.

Outback Country Music will be playing at the social dancing afternoon in the SMA House Claregalway on January 20th from 2pm to 6pm. <br />
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This is a great opportunity to practice your dance skills and enjoy an afternoon of great music by Outback County Music.

Nowhere is as bad as Galway is for traffic gridlock!! Bumper to bumper as usual! Amazing how it flows freely during Race Week? Why can’t the same methods be employed all year round? We are prisoners of Galway traffic gridlock!

The dedicated service that Phelim Murphy gave to Galway GAA was acknowledged when he was conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Law by NUIG at a special ceremony last week.<br />
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Thankfully Phelim, who is now in advanced years and in poor health, was able to attend this special event and was joined by his family and friends.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/features/2018/12/honorary-doctorate-hurling-legend/

Sounds idyllic...a yoga and nutrition retreat with Grainne and Belencomplementary.

Art Classes with Marie starting back on the 8th January 2019 in the Claregalway Hub. Booking essential. (089) 703 0272

Congratulations to Tom & Josephine Moran, Cregboy who won the Claregalway Hotel Trophy. They are pictured here with their Bridge President Nancy Varden. It was played over two nights.

In this week's Tuam Herald - by Siobhan Holliman.<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/tuamherald/

Congratulations to Cllr James Charity and Fiona Killeen who got engaged recently. Best wishes to you both.

RC Hair Studio in Claregalway celebrated a decade in business last week with a coffee morning to raise funds for Galway Hospice. Special guest was Galway football captain Damien Comer. They wish to thank everyone who attended and contributed, and also want to extend their gratitude to their local customers over the years. Here's to many more years of excellence!

Owen, Robyn and Oisin Gaughan, Claregalway.

Sincere sympathy to Margaret, David and Roisin on the passing of their beloved Ron. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.<br />
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R.I.P. Ron Conlan, Cloonbiggeen, Claregalway, Co Galway (formerly of Currandrum, Claregalway and Rathangan, Co. Kildare).<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2018/11/r-p-conlon-ron-cloonbiggeen-claregalway/

Featuring local schoolteacher and coach Paul Kilgannon.

DIARY DATE ... Sound of Music by 9Arch Musical Society... from Thursday to Saturday 15-17th November.<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/9ArchMusicalSociety/

Come along to Claregalway Hub next Wednesday 14th November for an enjoyable sing and dance session from 4pm to 5pm. All welcome! 🎼🎼🎼

Cloonacauneen Castle.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/?p=34271&preview=true

Cregmore Claregalway FC are delighted to announce the launch of the ANNUAL CREGMORE CRAZY SPORTS QUIZ. This is our major fundraiser for 2018 / 2019 involving every age group and team right across CCFC and a big part of our mission to - 'BUILDING A BETTER CLUB'. Please invite all your friends and family to have a go at predicting the outcome of 20 different sporting events between December 2018 and May 2019 for a chance to share in €1,000 of cash prizes! Happy sporting predictions to everyone and thank you for supporting Cregmore Claregalway F.C.

DIARY DATE.. this evening at 8pm in Claregalway Castle.

Progressive 25 Card Game in aid of Jigsaw - November 4th @7pm.

Best of luck to the Flynn family from Lackagh.

Congrats to Aoibhin McGlynn - Bawnmore National School.

Bawnmore NS Claregalway were crowned County Champions of the Cumman na Mbunscoil mini 7s Gaelic Football Competition in Annaghdown today!

In Educate Together this Saturday 20th October at 6pm.

Quiz night in aid of Carnmore Camogie Club - 19th October.

Contenders for this year’s Ireland’s Fittest Family. Best of luck to the Flynn family, Lackagh.

Another bumper to bumper tailback in Claregalway!!

Countdown is on....<br />
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(Photo by Josette Farrell)

Tom McKenna, Aidan Scahill and Julie McKenna

Fundraiser for the new Claregalway & District Day Care Centre - Mega Raffle event tomorrow Sunday 7th October in the Claregalway Hotel at 7pm. Live music by Jon Bulman, there are over 20 prizes to be won. The host on the night is Ollie Turner from Galway Bay FM, it's a night not to be missed!!

Claregalway Castle - De Burgo lecture taking place.<br />
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(Photo by Clare Horgan)

Cory Shiel, Claregalway, with his mother Linda watching the Full Contact Medieval Tournament Claregalway Castle Shield Event.

Tonight in Claregalway Castle.<br />
The Annual de Burgo Lecture:<br />
'Tower houses and manor houses of the Clanricard Burke lordship, c. 1440–1640'<br />
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Speaker: Dr Bernadette Cunningham<br />
http://rsai.ie/dr-bernadette-cunningham/<br />
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Dr Bernadette Cunningham is a graduate of University College Galway and University College Dublin, and is Deputy Librarian at the Royal Irish Academy in Dublin. She is the author of The world of Geoffrey Keating (Dublin, 2000); The Annals of the Four Masters: Irish history, kingship and society in the early seventeenth century (Dublin, 2010); and Clanricard and Thomond: 1540 –1640: provincial politics and society transformed (Dublin, 2012). She is current editor of Irish History Online, the national online bibliography of writings on Irish history (www.iho.ie). She served as president of the Group for the Study of Irish Historic Settlement, 2010–2013, and chairperson of the Rare Books Group (Library Association of Ireland), 2013–2015. She joined the Council of the RSAI in 2015.<br />
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It is on at the Castle on October 4th @ 8pm. It is a free event.<br />
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https://claregalwaycastle.com/…/castl…/de-burgo-lecture.html<br />
http://rsai.ie/dr-bernadette-cunningham/

Diary Date...today in Claregalway Hotel.

Flu vaccine in Turloughmore Health Centre.

COMMUNITY ALERT: There's a pick up collection of clothes by Cancer Care West tomorrow. But a while ago here in River Oaks two guys in a white transit van dropped leaflets for pick up clothes collection on Thursday. Reader had cancer care bag full of clothes left outside and the guys in the van took it but reader stopped them. Reader called Cancer Care West in galway and they said that these eastern Europeans are taking the bags of clothes that are for Cancer Care West.

Introductory workshop in Lackagh Parish Centre.

Pictured at the launch of ‘Chicago’ by Bravo Theatre Group at the G Hotel we’re Ailish Flaherty, Abbeyknockmoy, Annette and Fergal Cavanagh (Aims Western Region) and Karina Harte, Claregalway. The show takes place in the Temperence Hall, Loughrea from September 25 to 29.

Frustrated to Fulfilled with Anne Caulfield...

Looking to learn Irish or kickstart the Irish you have in your head but can't speak after 13 years in school? <br />
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Come along to the Hub. The Ciorcal Gaeilge Group here is hoping to start a small group class to help you learn in a way you will enjoy Irish. Call the Hub @ 091 798 552. Details TBC. Claregalway Hub Tomas O Dubhda

TONIGHT AT 7PM IN THE CLAREGALWAY HUB - Information session with Joanna Reilly Wednesday 12th September at 7pm at;<br />
The Claregalway Hub<br />
12 Cois Chlair<br />
Baile Chlair<br />
Claregalway<br />
Co. Galway, H91 K744<br />
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Free goody bags and info on "Healthy eating and mindful habits for long term weight loss that works!"

Young Lackagh Musicians won at All-Ireland Fleadh.

TRAUMA AND STRESS RELEASE<br />
WORKSHOP WITH JENN GREEN<br />
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VENUE<br />
The Hub<br />
(Behind The Archers Hotel)<br />
Claregalway<br />
Saturday <br />
29th September<br />
2.30 to 4.00 pm<br />
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Join Jenn Green as she shares some amazing Tools and Techniques<br />
on how to release old trauma and any built up stress that could be stuck in your body (and mind)....<br />
Thus giving you the opportunity to begin leading a full-filled life.<br />
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*Please bring along a yoga mat as well as a small blanket and cushion.<br />
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**This workshop is offered for free.<br />
Any donations will however be welcome.<br />
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For more information <br />
Call or Whatsapp <br />
JENN GREEN <br />
083 0555 220 <br />
newbeginnings.eire@gmail.com

Colaiste Bhaile Chlair - this gorgeous doggie has decided to come to school today -very friendly -just hope someone recognizes him/her?

Brendan Dunleavy of The Arches Hotel, the main sponsor of the Claregalway 10k race, presenting the women’s first prize to Regina Casey of Galway City Harriers.

Riona and Neil Johnson, Carnmore with their children Sarah, Daniel and Emma, also took part in the Streets of Galway Road Race.

Crowned All Ireland u18 Grupa Cheoil winners at the Fleadh in Drogheda! Well done lads & lassies!

Turloughmore Hurling Club is to get new improved facilities.<br />
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The club has been granted planning permission to build a new all-weather training area, with a hurling ball wall and flood lighting in Lackagh.<br />
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The planned synthetic pitch will be 2,200 square metres.

COMMUNITY POST: Stray dog at Centra Claregalway. Looks old. Reader just fed him.

Sinead Duggan All Ireland U15 Miscellaneous Winner with the Liam Coleman Cup

The MacCarthy Perpetual Challenge Cup (commonly referred to – and incorrectly spelled – as the McCarthy Cup) is a trophy awarded annually by the Gaelic Athletic Association to the hurling team that wins the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship. Based on the design of a medieval drinking vessel, the trophy was first awarded in 1923 to the winners of the (delayed) 1921 All-Ireland hurling championship final. The original 1920s trophy was retired in the 1990s, and a new identical trophy awarded annually since 1992. The original trophy is on permanent display at the GAA Museum, Croke Park.

A great day in Drogheda for Lackagh Comhaltas! <br />
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U12 Ceili Band 2nd place

Two free tickets for the Circus on Sunday available in the Claregalway Hub!<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/Claregalway-Hub-1901946296512392/

Reader prints his support for the hurler's this weekend!

Accident near Cloon road. The occupant, a man in his 30’s, was the only occupant of the car, which is understood to have hit a wall.<br />
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He was taken to UHG where he’s described as being in a very serious condition.<br />
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Main Road closed at Claregalway traffic-lights due to accident - diversions in place via the old airport road.

The Council have a notice in this weeks Connacht Tribune on page 20. Local people who have been seeking speed limit reductions on their roads now have an opportunity to make submissions to the council . The closing date for submissions is September 7th at 4 p.m. All submissions to be sent to Rose Gaughran in the Roads Department, Galway Co. Co. County Hall, prospect Hill, Galway.<br />
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The proposed changes are available for inspection in County Hall and the Athenry Office.<br />
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It is expected that the proposals will come before the local councilors in September and before the full council for adoption in either October or November of this year.<br />
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Jim Cuddy.

Sincere sympathy to Mary's son's Tommy and Jimmy, brother Harry, sister Bridie, daughter-in-law Frances, granddaughter Amy and extended family on the passing of Mary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.<br />
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R.I.P. DUGGAN, MARY (Peacefully) at home, beloved wife of the late Tom and loving mother of Tommy and Jimmy. Deeply regretted by her loving sons, brother Harry, sister Bridie, daughter-in-law Frances, granddaughter Amy, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing at Sioraiocht in the grounds of the Church of the Assumption and St. James', Claregalway on Friday 27th July from 6.00 p.m. with Removal to the Church at 8.00 p.m. Funeral after 11.00 a.m. Mass on Saturday 28th July to Claregalway Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Mary to Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.<br />
'May her gentle soul rest in peace'

Claregalway 10K is launched at The Arches Hotel.<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/clareriverharriersathleticclub/

Drum and Beat Camp in Claregalway Educate Together School.<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/drumadore/

FREE Computer classes in Claregalway Hub tonight. Phone 091 798 552 to book a place.

Ross Fleming with his weekly egg delivery.

This is a great opportunity to avail of FREE computer classes in Claregalway Hub sponsored by Irish Rural Link. Please phone to reserve a place. Tel: 091 798 552

Connacht Fleadh Cheoil Champions. Lackagh Comhaltas U-18 Grupa Cheoil, pictured with their tutor Sharon Connell=-Geraghty, who were crowned Connacht Champions at the recent Fleadh Cheoil in Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim. They will now go on to compete at the All-Ireland Fleahd in Drogheda in August.

The walk will be passing through Claregalway on the following days:<br />
Walk with me.<br />
Saturday 21st July 10am Tuam to Claregalway (22km)<br />
Sunday 22nd - free day - collecting at the Cathedral in Galway<br />
Monday 23rd July 10am Claregalway to Ardrahan (24km)<br />
More detailed information can be found on wwyc.ie.

Cara and Lucy Goaley from<br />
Annaghdown.

The sky tonight!<br />
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(Photo by Josette Farrell)

Off to the match with The Arches Hotel.😊😊😊

Reader found these keys this morning on the Corrandulla Road near Bawnmore School cross

Visiting 'Never Too Old Charity' Shop in Claregalway<br />
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(Photo (by Josette Farrell)<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/NeverTooOldCharityShop/?ref=bookmarks

COMMUNITY POST: Reader has an ink cartridge if anyone would like it?

Alway's an exciting and informative event...coming to Claregalway Castle tomorrow and Sunday 7th and 8th July.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2018/07/beyond-castle-wa…-thu-jun-28-2018/ ‎

Heartfulness in the Claregalway Hub today Wednesday 4th July at 11.30am

Ryan O'Connell number 8 and Dan Fox number 2 played for Galway North football team in Claregalway today V Cork.

A young Waterview girl Leah Costello was the toast of the parish after winning three gold medals at the National Special Olympic at the National Sports Arena in Dublin.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2018/06/local-gymnastic-stars-triple-gold-success/

Show Secretary Carmel Casserly with her niece Yvonne Tierney and Yvonne 's cousin Zoe Duggan - at Claregalway Agricultural Show.

Padraic Flaherty from Claregalway is Clare FM & Tipp FM’s Group Programme Director has won a prestigious international radio award.<br />
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Clare FM is the Banner County’s number one station was nominated in two categories at the New York Festival, “Best Music Special” and “Best Human Interest Story”.<br />
The New York festival is widely regarded as the World Cup of radio awards.<br />
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“Top of The World”, a documentary following John Burke, Clare’s first person to summit Mount Everest was produced by Padraic Flaherty.<br />
This beat off competition from radio stations across the world to bring home the Bronze award.<br />
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Clare FM was the only Irish local radio station to be nominated this year and speaking after the event in the US, Padraic Flaherty said “To be on the world stage winning this award is an amazing achievement and testament to the wonderful radio we produce.

The dates are: 2nd - 6th July, 9th -13th July and 16th-20th July if that also helps

Come along to the Claregalway Hub on Wednesday for Heartfulness.

Pixie got two 2nd places in the SMA dog show today in Claregalway.

Great article in today's Connacht Tribune re new Day Care Centre in Claregalway.<br />
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Turning of the sod at the new site behind Church View Estate takes place at 2pm this afternoon.

COMMUNITY POST: Key found in sorting bags at 'Never Too Old' Charity Shop Claregalway.<br />
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PLEASE SHARE..

Well done to Claregalway G Badminton team who won the club all Ireland's in Limerick today! 🏆

COMMUNITY POST: Cat missing from River Oaks since Wednesday.

DIARY DATE....Bank Holiday Monday- 7th May

Claregalway G Galway Badminton. Congrats on their victory win at the Connacht Finals in Boyle today. Through to the All Ireland Finals in University of Limerick on the 13th May.

Diary Date... Cruinniú Poiblí ..this evening Monday 16th April at 7.30pm in Coláiste Bhaile Chláir.

Youth Mass this evening - Claregalway Church

DIARY DATE - THIS MORNING - CLAREGALWAY HUB

Four qualifiers - Rossa Hynes , Ronan Duggan, Kyle Fitzgerald & Eoin Higgins .

Well done to the group below who represented Claregalway / Lackagh in the community games cross country this evening in Renmore . <br />
All ran so well representing our community with 4 qualifying to represent Galway in the all Ireland in May.<br />
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Team left to right: Tara Kenny , Maeve Meehan , Emma Flaherty , Rossa Hynes , Eoin Higgins , Kyle Fitzgerald & Ronan Duggan . <br />
Missing from photo is Ava Kilcommins

COMMUNITY POST: Dog found on Claregalway/ Oranmore road !! Contact 0868381673.

Great turn out at the opening of Claregalway Handball Alley.

Local group Compántas Lir tonight... Claregalway Drama Festival.

Coffee morning in Treat Cafe Lackagh on Tuesday 27th March from 10 am to 12 noon as part of a fundraiser.

Super entrepreneur Ross Fleming with his efficient egg delivery and the eggs are the best ever!!

Rosary in The Abbey this afternoon at 2.30pm

La Le Padraig Mass times in Claregalway Church.

Lovely tribute to the late Tom Lenihan who was the founder of the Claregalway Drama Festival in 1981.

Tonight's the night...Claregalway Festival of Drama kicks off...in Claregalway Community Centre..😊😊

DIARY DATE...Claregalway....St. Patrick's Day...Hughes Courtyard..from 12noon to 3.30pm.

In Claregalway Hub on Wednesday at 11.30am.

Rachel Farrell winner ladies D singles and mixed doubles, runner up C mixed doubles

John Paul O Connell, winner men's G singles and runner up E mixed doubles

Beautiful hand made picture by local teacher Orla McKiernan which would make that ideal gift for someone special. ❤️❤️

Cheque presentation for Claregalway St Patrick's Day Festival from<br />
Centra Raftery's. <br />
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Pictured is Colin Raftery with Frances Duggan.

Ba mhaith linn i gColáiste Bhaile Chláir cuireadh a thabhairt duit teacht chuig ár Maidin Chaife ar an 12ú Márta ag 10am.<br />
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Is í aidhm an ócáid seo ná Pobal Ghaeilge an ceantar a thabhairt le chéile agus seans a thabhairt don phobal iomlán meascadh agus sárthaispeántas a thabhairt ar an obair atá i mbun láimhe.<br />
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Is mar chuid do Seachtain na Gaeilge atá an ócáid seo a eagrú againn agus ba mhaith linn i mBaile Chláir, ardán a thabhairt don Ghaeilge. Go háirithe agus Coláiste Bhaile Chláir ag lorg aitheantais mar scoil Ghaeltachta.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2018/03/preasraiteas-maidin-chaife-phobal-ghaeilge-baile-chlair/

Bawnmore fundraiser in Keanes Oranmore tonight.

***** Tag & Share to win a FREE Space*****<br />
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Zumba starts at Nu-Fit on Tues at 8.30. To book your place call Maria on 0879027669 or PM us with the button below..<br />
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Nu Fit Nutrition & Fitness Club

DIARY DATE....17th March....Hughes Courtyard...Contact 087 1719807 or email stpatricksclaregalway@gmail.com

Galway-based software firm Altocloud acquired by Genesys.<br />
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https://www.irishtimes.com/business/technology/galway-based-software-firm-altocloud-acquired-by-genesys-1.3407357?mode=amp

FOR MOTORISTS<br />
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AXA would like to make drivers aware of the following:<br />
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Always make sure your mobile phone is charged before you start your journey.<br />
Prepare a pack to include torches, batteries, portable chargers for devices, first aid kit, water and non-perishable foods along with blankets in case you are stuck in bad weather.<br />
Slow down! Speed limits are set for normal driving conditions. Allow extra time for your journey.<br />
Ensure all your windows are clean and free from snow; bring a scraper and de-icer with you. Snow left on the roof will become loose and can drop onto the windscreen during braking, distracting you. Allow your windscreen to defrost fully before you start your journey.<br />
Please make sure you give yourself enough room to break from the car in front in icy conditions, three times more than usual is a good distance.<br />
For freezing fog conditions, please use dipped headlights at all times.<br />
If you encounter icy conditions, try to stay calm and slow your car down by lowering your gear instead of breaking. Manoeuvre gently; avoid harsh braking, acceleration or steering as these can induce a skid.<br />
If you drive slowly in a higher gear, this will lead to less torque so the wheels of your car are less likely to spin and cause you to skid.<br />
At low air temperatures watch out for black ice, especially in sheltered/shaded areas on roads, under trees and adjacent to high walls.<br />
Tune in to your local radio station regularly to keep up to date with information on weather/road conditions, road closures etc.<br />
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FOR HOMEOWNERS<br />
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Before the winter weather hits home:<br />
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Check that attic pipes are well insulated and leave the attic door ajar<br />
Locate your water stop cock. In the event of burst pipes, this will help you to turn the water off and minimise the damage.<br />
Keep gutters and drains free of debris<br />
Set your heating to come on at intervals during the day and night.<br />
If you have a socket in your attic, keep a high wattage bulb lit or an infra-red lamp maintain a warm water temperature in your water tank<br />
Have a small supply of non-perishable, easy-to-prepare foods and drinking water.<br />
Have batteries for torches in the event of power cuts along with blankets.<br />
Have candles and matches. Candles should always be placed away from draughts in proper candleholders. Never leave a burning candle unattended.

New Horizon magazine for sale in Claregalway Church and Parish Office - €4.

Support and prayers for Sinead at 9.30am Mass in Claregalway.<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/supportsineadmcgovernhealingstage4cancer/

COMMUNITY POST: Red setter hanging around Saturday evening and Sunday morning,Rockroad , Lydican. PLEASE SHARE.

Introducing the first female Chairperson of Galway IFA Anne Mitchell. Congratulations Anne. Anne Mitchell from Menlough was elected at the branch’s AGM in Athenry last night, replacing former chairperson Pat Murphy.<br />
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Martin Murphy from Turloughmore was elected as the representative for the National Council and David Harney from Ahascragh was elected as the sheep representative.

Perhaps donate to 'Never Too Old' Charity Shop?<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/NeverTooOldCharityShop/

GALWAY COUNTY COUNCIL - The fine for parking illegally in a disabled bay is increasing from €80 to €150 with effect from 1st March 2018.

Local lads Aaron Brennan and Thomas McStay taking part in the European Cross Country Championships tomorrow. Best of luck lads.

Ahhhhh Go on, Go on, Go on.... Join us for a cuppa in the Palm Tree this Sunday afternoon 3pm - 6pm. Kettles will be on the boil, entertainment tuned up & lovely raffle prizes ready for a new home. See you all there ☕️☕️☕️☕️❤️

BAWNMORE SCHOOL: We are very proud of 2 of our pupils who got their hair cut and kindly donated it to the rapunzel foundation. A foundation that works to improve the lives of those living with hair loss. Such a worthwhile cause and a selfless act girls!

Well done to Coláiste Bhaile Chláir U17 boys soccer after a hard fought 4-3 win over St.Louis. Next up - Connacht semi final. Maith sibh!

Carnmore minors with Eoghan Masterson from Connacht Rugby this evening in Corinthians

Colaiste Bhaile Chlair - Connacht Camogie Champions Senior B. Well done!

COPE GALWAY: With wind snow and ice warnings issued for Galway, let's work together to inform anyone who is roughsleeping that we have night beds available on Seamus Quirke Road as part of the Cold Weather Response . <br />
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Contact numbers: 1800 788887 (7pm to 11pm) & 085 8009641(9pm+) <br />
#copegalwayhelps <br />
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Please pass it on. Thank you.

Mary, Vincent and Aine Lyons at Operation Transformation walk this morning. (Photo by Josette Farrell)

This is a great chance to get out, get fit and meet new friends...🚶‍♀️🚶‍♀️😊😊#RTEOT

Well done Thomas McStay silver medal 🥈 winners with the Ireland 🇮🇪 u20 team Irish Athletics.

We're in a position here at COPE Galway to accommodate anyone who is homeless & rough sleeping in Galway during this period of bad weather. Night time beds are available in the Cold Weather Response on Seamus Quirke Road. Contact numbers are 1800 788887 (7pm to 11pm) and 085 8009641 from 9pm onwards throughout the night. <br />
Let’s work to keep everyone safe.<br />
#stormeleanor #storm2018

Reader is looking for the name of those buskers from the picture everywhere but can't find it unfortunately. They played in Galway Shop Street some time ago. Reader would be very grateful for your help!

Rita, Julie and Noreen at the Live Crib in Claregalway.

APPEALS have been lodged against Galway County Council 's decision to grant planning permission for two major education projects in Claregalway.<br />
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The Department of Education has earmarked a new Educate Together national school and a substantial extension to Coláiste Bhaile Chláir secondary school for the same site.<br />
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However, the plans sparked considerable opposition from some local residents and community groups. They are concerned that the development will endanger public safety due to additional traffic and feel an alternative location for the new school should have been sought.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2017/12/appeals-lodged-two-major-claregalway-school-developments/

Picture shows the incoming Executive of Claregalway Ladies GAA. L to R Lorna McNicholas Jimmy Gavin Elaine Goldrick Maura Murphy Edel Noone Michael Kearns<br />
The AGM of the Claregalway Ladies GAA Committee which was held on Monday 27th November in Knockdoemore was well attended. Chairman Tony King welcomed all to the Meeting. Reports were presented to the Meeting from the Officers and all Managers. Again 2017 was a very successful year for the Club, Some of the highlights from the Managers were a big increase in numbers involved in the U8/10’s age group both players and Coaches, U-12’s despite a slow start to the Season finished the year very strong to retain the A Championship and also Fielded a very impressive Three Teams for Championship. The U-14’s won all 3 County Titles as well as the All-Ireland Sevens. Sixteens won the Championship Shield and the second U-16 Team won their League. At Minor level the Mairead Meehan Shield was retained while the Juniors took the County Junior B Title. At Senior level the highlights was the Comortas in Mayo where the Girls won the Senior Final and they also won their first Connaught Sevens, There was some disappointment not having made the Senior League or Championship Finals. One of the other highlights for the Club was the visit of the New York U-17 Ladies to the Club in August. Treasurer Maura Murphy presented a detailed balance sheet and expressed the need for more fundraising to be undertaking in 2018 in which all members need to be involved. Tributes were paid to the outgoing officers Tony King, Michael Downes and Babara Connolly who were stepping down from their roles after having served the Club very well for the past few years.,<br />
The following Officers and Managers were elected<br />
Chairperson Elaine Goldrick<br />
Vice Chairperson Eugene Kearney<br />
Secretary Lorna McNicholas<br />
Treasurer Maura Murphy<br />
PRO Jimmy Gavin<br />
Registrar Michael Kearns<br />
Child Welfare Officer Edel Noone<br />
County Board Delegates> Eugene Kearney,Helen O’Riordan<br />
U-8 Elaine Goldrick<br />
U-10 Pat & Aoife Connolly<br />
U-12 PJ Fallon, Ray Quinn<br />
U-14 Helen O’Riordan<br />
U-16 Eugene Kearney, Christine Moran

Congratulations to Orla Fahy from Claregalway who got married this weekend to Joseph Sheeran from Roscrea

COMMUNITY POST: 2 dogs on the n17<br />
Seen at lunchtime near Claregalway, but it's 5pm now they are near Corinthians Rugby club now<br />
They are very friendly have radio wire tags but no name tags

Ideal Christmas or other occasion gift!! Some items on display in Claregalway Hub.

Computers with Geraldine Delaney in Claregalway Hub.

Sign at Bawnmore Crossroads.<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2017/11/bawnmore-cross-will-first-die/

Well done to 2nd year Caoimhe Geraghty who reached @poetryaloud semifinals held in the @NLIreland waiting for results.

Sinead is married to Glen and mum to her fun loving little girl Ella who turns 3 in December. <br />
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In Sept '15 Sinead found a lump in her armpit which her GP initially believed was a blocked milk duct related to breastfeeding. In January ’16, Sinead (aged 34) was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Stage 3 Triple Negative Breast Cancer and unfortunately the cancer had spread to lymph nodes under her sternum which meant that surgery was not an option.<br />
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This came as a huge shock to everyone as Sinead was always fit and healthy and hadn't been feeling unwell, just the usual tiredness experienced by a new mum.<br />
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Sinead began treatment in Feb ’16 and had 4 rounds of chemo after which she had a clear scan. This was followed by 30 sessions of radiotherapy and the remaining 2 rounds of chemo and a subsequent clear scan in Oct ’16. Treatment was completed and a follow up scan was scheduled for March ’17.<br />
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Your support would be much appreciated.

Young football supporter Oran Ainsworth.

Pregnancy Yoga Lackagh & Claregalway a safe and ideal way to keep fit and mobile during pregnancy. The carefully chosen movements help boost energy, assist in the prevention of lower back pain, relieve stress and promote restful sleep. The class will entail gentle yoga postures and breathing techniques for relaxation and good health throughout your pregnancy.. Calm mama equals calm baby. Lackagh Parish Centre Thursday 6.45pm<br />
Participants must be 14 weeks+ booking is essential. For information please pm or call Majella on 087 193 8495

4 students from Colaiste Bhaile Chlair selected on Connacht Interprovincial squad this weekend in Dublin. Ms Fab Cooney is part of the management team.

Please support and help make Claregalway proud.

Congrats to Mr Mannion on his first All Star. Hopefully the first of many!

SUPERVISED STUDY - Located in Coláiste Baile Chláir from 6.30 to 9.30 pm.– The Study Centre offers after school distraction free study for Junior and Leaving Certificate students.<br />
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Contact 091 798 430 OR 086 391 3852 further information.

KIDS FUN HALOWEEN CAMP LACKAGH PARISH CENTRE <br />
Nov 1st & 2nd A few spaces left. Our camp will be filled with fun activities, including crafts with autumn sensory jars, decorations from natural materials , we will decorate our own fairy and elf doors and find a home for them in one of the garden trees. We will also have storytelling, games, dancing and some fun yoga style exercises for flexibility and balance with something to suit everyone. <br />
10AM TO 2PM – children ages 5 – 11 - Booking essential as spaces limited <br />
Price €30 for one €50 for two pm or Phone Michelle on 087 1938495

COMMUNITY POST: Reader found dog while walking near Topaz at Carnmore Cross. He has no ID?

PREGNANCY YOGA STARTING IN LACKAGH PARISH CENTRE THURSDAY 2ND November at 7pm, and Claregalway Tuesday 7th November at 6.30pm six week course— a safe and ideal way to keep fit and mobile during pregnancy. The carefully chosen movements help boost energy, assist in the prevention of lower back pain, relieve stress and promote restful sleep. As a mother of five children I am more than aware of the many benefits of prenatal Yoga, the class will entail gentle yoga postures and breathing techniques for relaxation, material will also be provided throughout the program. <br />
Participants must be 14 weeks+ booking is essential. For information pm or call Majella on 087 193 8495

COMMUNITY POST: Anyone know who owns this dog. Hanging around the Claregalway area?

COMMUNITY POST: Found near McMahon's on Tuam rd. Contact 0863819477 for more info

Happy 10th anniversary to Treat Cafe in Claregalway and Lackagh.

Home Economics teacher in Colaiste Bhaile Chlair is setting up a cookery class over the midterm break in the school for girls and boys aged 8-13 years.

COMMUNITY POST: Cat found at the back of Beyond Beauty, Claregalway.

Carnmore hurlers of the future attending an u8 blitz in Beacon Claremorris today where they won all their games.<br />
The lads are pictured here with the Liam McCarty, Irish Press, League and Leinster Cups.

Phone Scam Warning !<br />
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The phone rings briefly and doesn’t give much time for the person to answer – which may lead you to call back. A womans voice may say "I have been waiting for you" when the number is called back, then they hang up or keep you talking for some time, when you receive your bill you could have been charged up to €70 for the call. <br />
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The calls seem to be coming from Tonga, Nauru, and the Seychelles and generally begin with the number +678 or +679. <br />
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ComReg warned people to be vigilant with missed calls from a number they don’t recognise: “We would advise consumers that returning calls to unknown international numbers can be costly and we advise consumers to exercise caution when they receive a missed call from such numbers.”

$These are the Tidy Towns Marks for Galway and Roscommon for 2017. Claregalway is up 3 points since last year. (http://www.tidytowns.ie/u_reports/2016/2016%20County%20Galway%20Claregalway%201988.pdf Miltown was designated as the “Tidiest Town in Galway” and received a silver medal at the National Tidy Towns awards 2017. Abbey and Monivea were bronze medals winners. Ballygar received an Endeavour award for achieving over a 6% improvement on 2017 which was the highest marks increase received in Co Galway. Clifden was the overall national winner of the Value Water Award and Creggs received the coveted national award of best Sustainable Development for its Leisurely walk. COUNTY GALWAY Category A Milltown 323 Abbey 318 Monivea 317 Williamstown 300 Caltra 294 Roundstone 282 Creggs 274 Letterfrack 273 Glinsk 272 Lawrencetown 272 Leenane 267 Cill Chiarain 246 Newbridge 246 Ballymoe 242 Abbeyknockmoy 240 Category B Clarinbridge 304 An Spideal 300 Mountbellew 298 Ballygar 287 Dunmore 287 Castleblakeney 275 Glenamaddy 275 Carna 272 Ahascragh 269 Woodford 269 Kinvara 262 Kilconnell 255 Cleggan 248 An Cheathru Rua 244 Headford 244 Camus 219 Category C Clifden 297 Oughterard 284 Claregalway 282 Category D Oranmore 277 Moycullen 254 Category E Ballinasloe 299 Athenry 298 Tuam 281 Loughrea 270 Category H Galway City Centre 302 COUNTY ROSCOMMON Category A Castlecoote 329 Keadue 328 Ballintubber 322 Cloontuskert 319 Croghan 304 Lisacul 300 Lecarrow 293 Curraghboy 288 Dysart 274 Ballyforan 269 Tulsk 257 Brideswell 245 Bealnamulla 244 Portrunny 229 Category B Ballyfarnon 306 Ballyleague 301 Roosky 294 Knockcroghery 281 Athleague 277 Kilteevan 274 Loughglynn 273 Gorthaganny 268 Strokestown 264 Cootehall 260 Cloonfad 247 Category C Tarmonbarry 316 Ballaghaderreen 241 Category D Boyle 285 Monksland 256 Category E Roscommon 320 Congratulations to all local communities and Tidy towns groups in the region for their great efforts and congratulations to the award winners.$

COMMUNITY POST: Reader wondering if anyone owns these kittens in the Cregboy/Cahergowan area. they have been hanging around reader's home for a few days and i fear they have been abandoned.

Congratulations and best wishes to Bawnmore native Loraine Burke who was appointed Principal in The Mercy Primary School, Tuam .<br />
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As the new school year commenced, a Bawnmore native took charge of one of the leading primary schools in the county.<br />
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Loraine Burke from Corbally - daughter of Mary and the late Paddy Burke, Bawnmore has embarked on her new role as Principal of Scoil Mhuire N.S. Tuam.<br />
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Loraine started her education in Bawnmore N.S. after which she attended the Mercy Secondary School in Galway city. She trained in Froebel College of Education which was affiliated with Trinity College of Education. Loraine recently completed a Masters in Education in NUIG. The people of the area extend best wishes to Loraine on her new role as School Principal.

THE ARCHES HOTEL: Ireland’s biggest coffee morning is the main annual fundraising event to raise much needed funds for local hospice services – all money raised locally, stays locally - So all the money raised here on Thursday goes directly to Galway Hospice. So Pop in this Thursday Morning, grab a coffee & a scone, meet the neighbours, have a chin-wag and support a great cause.

New Morning and Evening Yoga program starting tomorrow 7th September in Lackagh Parish Centre and Claregalway above Hughes. Suitable for all levels. Schedule:<br />
Monday Morning 10 am Lackagh Parish Centre<br />
Tuesday evening Claregalway 7.30PM<br />
Thursday Prenatal Yoga 7pm Lackagh<br />
Thursday evening Lackagh Parish centre 8pm (limited spaces)<br />
Friday Yoga for children - Claregalway 6.30PM<br />
contact for further details pm or call 087 1938495

Claregalway Castle will host an Autumn Garden Fair today Sunday, September 10th from 11am – 6pm. <br />
Admission is €5 per person. This fair will feature some of Ireland’s best nurseries and rare plant specialists - most of whom are members of Irish Specialist Nursery Association (ISNA).<br />
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http://claregalway.info/nuacht/news/2017/09/plants-knights-fun-filled-days-autumn-claregalway-castle/

COMMUNITY POST: Dog found. Thanks to Amy Molloy. 😊

Robyn and Daniel Lanigan-Duggan at Claregalway Agricultural Show.

We still have spaces in our Transformation groups folks... <br />
We have a range of packages to suit any budget or time-frame, details of which are on our website www.theunit.ie .....<br />
Please like and share this post to be included in draw to win a free nutrition plan from our very own Agnieszka Moskwa....

COMMUNITY POST: Sheepdog knocked down between Lydons of Knockdoe and JPK Garden Centre on the Tuam road. Dog now in Briarhill Vets.

COMMUNITY POST: BETSY HOME SAFE AND SOUND!!<br />
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Missing dog:<br />
Betsy last seen in Claregalway village at 5pm. If seen please contact 0876690072.

COMMUNITY POST: Missing Two puppies last seen in Loughgeorge.<br />
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FOUND SAFE AND WELL.

“Seamus on the Wireless”<br />
Seamus Gallagher from Cregmore, Claregalway hosted his first show on Kinvara FM Community Radio Station today @ 6 p.m. <br />
It’s called “Seamus on the Wireless” & can be heard on 92.4 FM or on the website www.kinvarafm.com<br />
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Kinvara FM Radio have been approved a Licence to broadcast as a Community Radio Station on 92.4 FM & on www.kinvarafam.com <br />
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Radio Kinvara started live on Saturday last 5th August and run every Saturday & Sunday from 12 noon to 8 p.m.<br />
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His program is a mix of talking, music, history reminiscing, some politics, thought for the day. <br />
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087 2547748<br />
Seamus1gallagher@gmail.com

Mother and daughter Carmel Comer and Aisling Ainsworth.

Dara, Mandy and Karen sporting snazzy ties in The Arches Hotel. 😊<br />
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https://www.facebook.com/ArchesHotel/

COMMUNITY POST: Dog missing in the Claregalway area ( Summerfield/ Cahergowan ) will respond 2 the name of Toby, A big white dog, Mallibu.

Carnmore sevens in memory of Mike Thornton and the Marion Lardner player of the tournament. Congrats to Pat Heffernan and his team and to Karen on getting player of tournament.

Emma Flynn, Colin Lynskey and Rachel Farrell.

Mike and Eileen Lynch wit Anne Mullarkey Moran.

Beautiful fireplace which was relocated from the old Arches Pub.

Meet Lizzie our Autumn scarecrow in Horkans Garden Centre, Lydican, Oranmore.<br />
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(Photo by Josette Farrell)

Scarecrow Sam in Horkans Garden Centre,Lydican, Oranmore - here for the Autumn season - come and see him. :)<br />
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(Photo by Josette Farrell)

Bike found locally. Contact Claregalway.info

Congratulations and best wishes to Coman Duke, Cregboy and Mairéad Ní Dhonnabháin, Inchydoney, who are getting married today in Clonakilty.