My inspiration for my writings comes from trying to live my life by loving others deeply from the heart and this has always been on my New Year’s resolution list year in and year out. It’s not always easy but each year I try harder, especially as I get older! Loving deeply Loving and living… Read more »
Posts By: Emmet Farrell
Flood Relief Works Holding Up But Memories of 2009 Disaster Still Fresh
There is considerable relief in Claregalway and along the banks of the Clare River this week that the remedial flood relief works carried out in the wake of the disastrous flooding of 2009 appear to be working well—so far. Director of Services with Galway County Council Liam Gavin, who has responsibility for flood relief projects,… Read more »
STEM Class Reports from Students of Coláiste Bhaile Chláir
The following reports were written by students of Coláiste Bhaile Chláir, following visits to the school from guest lecturers. They learned about STEM—the growing field of Science Technology Engineering and Maths. In this subject students spend a double period each week looking at elements of this rapidly growing industry. Students explore each of the four… Read more »
The Paradox of Our Age
by Bob Moorehead We have taller buildings but shorter tempers; wider freeways but narrower viewpoints; we spend more but have less; we buy more but enjoy it less; we have bigger houses and smaller families; more conveniences, yet less time; we have more degrees but less sense; more knowledge but less judgement; more experts, yet… Read more »
R.I.P. Michael Monaghan
Michael Monaghan, Claregalway, Co Galway. (unexpectedly), sadly missed by his brother Sonny and sister Baby, relatives, neighbours and friends. R.I.P. Reposing at Síoraíocht, Claregalway on Wednesday from 5.30pm with removal at 7pm to the Church of the Assumption & St James Claregalway. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11am with burial in Claregalway Cemetery.
Claregalway Scouts Weekend at Western Bushcraft Skills
Western Bushcraft Skills is a new outdoor activity provider set up by Steven Lenihan in June 2013 specialising in bushcraft and survival skills. The 12th Galway Claregalway Scouts spent a weekend at Halloween in Cregg Castle mastering the wilderness with Western Bushcraft Skills, and wrote these reports on their adventures. Halloween Camp at Cregg Castle by… Read more »
Claregalway & Carnmore Community Text Alert Scheme
Claregalway/Carnmore Community Text Alert is now up and running. Anyone who notices suspicious activity can ring Mill street Garda Station at 091 538000. Don’t forget to keep an eye on your elderly neighbours over the winter months. All senior citizens are encouraged to keep a Bottle in the Fridge. This is where a written list… Read more »
12th Galway Claregalway Scouts Christmas Food Collection
Last Monday the 15th of December, scouts from the Scout section contributed to the St Vincent de Paul Food Appeal. Following our scout ethos, to help other people, we collected non-perishable foods. Scouts are aware of the hardships that some families face during the Christmas period. We hope our contribution will lift the spirits of some families… Read more »
Try Móna’s Tantalising Festive Treats
With only a few weeks left before Christmas, we are in full planning mode here on what to make—or bake—to share with our family and friends this year. Every year, we source and stash interesting glass jars and small tins that make handy gift packaging when the time comes. The cool thing about re-cycling (or… Read more »
Simple, Spicy & Superb, Chinese Food in a Flash
Do you have the necessary sauces? Learning how to use a wok and make excellent Chinese food is no easy feat. But it is, in our opinion, one of the most interesting cuisines to learn about. The biggest attraction being that several of the dishes we love are prepared and cooked in (sometimes) less than… Read more »
Vegetarian Delight, Every Bite Delicious
I have hit a wall and I cannot tell a lie. Being back in college for final year of my degree course is hard. The course work is harder (no surprise there) but I think what is hardest is the fact that I am away from the home and hearth almost five days a week…. Read more »
R.I.P. Mary Newell
The death has occurred of Mary Newell, (née Greally) of Polkeen, Castlegar and formerly Montiagh, Claregalway, Galway Peacefully. Reposing at Síoraiocht beside the Church of The Assumption and St. James, Claregalway, this Wednesday evening from 5pm with Removal at 7pm to the Church. Funeral Mass at 11am tomorrow, Thursday, followed by burial in Claregalway Cemetery…. Read more »