There may be a recession but members of a local business initiative are working together to prove that it’s possible to succeed, using a proven approach that generates new opportunities. Business Network International’s Claregalway Chapter was set up in June 2010 with the aim of using mutual support and a structured method of networking to… Read more »
Posts By: Josette Farrell
CPO Notice Represents Progress At Last on Claregalway’s Long-Awaited Bypass
The long awaited Claregalway bypass will be ready to proceed to the compulsory purchase order stage by the end of this year with funding being sought for this process. The route for the village bypass has been selected and its design is nearing completion as there are high hopes that the Department of Transport will… Read more »
Exciting Autumn Programme of Music for Galway Choral Association
If you’ve a love of singing, GCA would like to hear from you! Galway August 20th 2012- Looking to take up a hobby or meet new people this Autumn? What better way to brighten up the darker evenings and make great friends than through music?
Anger Over Car Behaviour
There was much anger in the Rooaunmore area last week when a number of cars assembled in another night of utter stupidity and danger when a group of young car drivers and friends put their own lives and the lives of several others at risk on the main N 63 road. For over an hour… Read more »
Claregalway GAA September 2012 Update
U-16 Ladies play Caltra -Cuans in the Championship in Claregalway on this Wednesday at 7pm. U-14 ladies held a 7-a-side Blitz on Saturday last and thanks to Westport Killannin and KilkerrinClonbern Clubs for attending. Our thanks to the parents that helped out on the day and the two refs Ciara and Eimile. Our U-14 Gold… Read more »
R.I.P. Maire Maher
The death has occurred of Maire N.T. MAHER, (née Hannelly) of Claregalway and Borrisoleigh, Tipperary Reposing at Claregalway Funeral Home today, Friday, from 6pm with Removal at 7pm to the adjoining church. Requiem Mass tomorrow, Saturday, at 11am followed by burial in St. Brigid’s Cemetery, Borrisoleigh, Co. Tipperary at approx 2.30pm. Date published: Friday, August 31,… Read more »
Claregalway to Retain Irish-Speaking Status in New Gaeltacht Bill
The Gaeltacht region east of Galway city, which is centred on Claregalway, is to retain its status, despite claims that little or no Irish is spoken there. A prominent Irish language activist and researcher has called the Claregalway situation a “charade” and argues that there is no evidence in the census returns to indicate that… Read more »
Claregalway U14 Ladies July 2012 Updates
Claregalway U14 Ladies played Corofin in the U14 Division 1 league final in Monivea last Wednesday. The opening half was low scoring with both defences on top and the Teams were level at the break Claregalway 1–2 Corofin 0–5. Laura Field getting all the Claregalway scores. Corofin dominated the early second half exchanges and held a… Read more »
Galway Garden Festival 2012 in Claregalway Castle
What started out two years ago, as in most people’s eyes, a unique opportunity to see the wonderfully-restored Claregalway castle, has turned into one of the must-attend festivals in the west and also into one of the leading horticultultural events in the country. And in ten days, the Galway Garden Festival is back for round… Read more »
GIY (Grow it Yourself) July 2012
Slug hunting is a grim task Slugs are having an absolute field day this year, because of the cool and wet weather which we’ve had to endure in May and June. Each night when I lock in the hens, I detour to the veg patch on the way back to the house to hunt slugs… Read more »
Well, Today I Didn’t Do It!
Setting the Tone “Help, I’m a working mom!” I hear it a lot. It’s a common cry and one many women understand. If you are a mom, by definition you are a working mom. You don’t have to collect a salary; all you have to have is someone who calls you “mom”, and relies on… Read more »
The Organic Garden Centre Party
The following additions are confirmed for The Garden Party at The Organic Centre on Sunday 15th July from 11am -5pm: We will have small farm animals close up for our young visitors by “Farmyard in your Schoolyard” between 2 and 5pm. Traditional music by local musicians 2-4pm. Selected stalls with flowers, herbs, crafts and tools… Read more »