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Our Friday just got a whole lot better, as we spotted a delightful new event doing the rounds on Facebook.

The Latin Quarter Gin Fest is coming to one of the most beautiful cities in the west, and we're already so excited. 

Hosted in Galway's bustling, cultural and iconic Latin Quarter, the experience will be all the more "gin-joyable" thanks to the idyllic cobbled streets and river Corrib rushing by. 

Held March 30 to April 2, it will be well worth the road trip. After all, when is Galway not a good idea? 

Master classes and tastings, gin afternoon tea, gin trails, food and gin pairings, gin cocktails and competitions, blind tastings, new gin launches, gin experientials, along with Gins & Reels music sessions will be going on over the weekend, not to mention the multiple free workshops on offer. 

"Galway is renowned as the city of festivals, so adding Gin Fest to the programme of events is another fantastic celebration for locals and visitors to the city to savour," said the Latin Quarter Commitee.

"In the past year, bars across the country have seen such a surge in the popularity and demand for gin so we want to create a festival that brings people together from the master distillers to those who enjoy drinking gin."

Forget the international springtime mini-break, Galway is going to be unreal that weekend!

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For anyone who doesn't know, Ash Wednesday, which kicks off the first day of Lent, is looming large on the horizon.

With the previous day's pancakes a distant memory, the Catholics among us will receive their ashes, and begin 40 days and 40 nights contemplating the mountain of Easter Eggs they'll make their way through once Lent comes to an end.

And while the good folk of Glenamaddy know it's definitely not something you miss, not everyone has the time to devote an entire mass to receiving their ashes, right?

With that in mind, the forward-thinking folk in Galway have decided to operate a drive-thru service.

Supported by the Glenamaddy pastoral council, the church will offer parishioners, who can’t attend mass, the chance to receive ashes from the comfort of their own cars.

Running from 8am to 9.30am outside Glenamaddy church next Wednesday, those in a hurry are now officially sorted.

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Well, this is one of the most exciting things to (possibly) come to Ireland in a loooong time.

Our green 'ol isle might be getting a Penguinarium!

According to the Connacht Tribune, there are plans to introduce a penguin sanctuary in the Atlantaquarium in Salthill, Co. Galway.

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The Atlantaquarium is Ireland's largest native aquarium and is home to more than 170 animals.

As well as that, it has over 60 exhibits and gives visitors the opportunity to hold starfish and touch Irish sharks.
 
A Galway City councillor said that the Penguinarium would fit in perfectly and would be a place "where penguins could hang out."
 
We're way too excited about this, lads.
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Galway RAG Week kicked off on Monday, as yet another year of unofficial activities begin.

RAG Week has been banned in Galway since 2011, as the level of binge drinking and anti-social behaviour surrounding the week became to much.

With a 17 percent student population according to the 2011 census, student' unions withdrew support for the event which was uncontrollable.

Students are opting not to celebrate Valentine's today, and instead began queuing outside The Hole In The Wall pub on Eyre Street at 9am to celebrate Donegal Tuesday, one of the most infamous days of RAG Week due to it's high turn out. 

Gardaí have once again committed to cracking down on lairy students, and will take a "no-nonsense approach" to the independent events.

“We will be focusing on antisocial behaviour as in previous years and we will be taking a no-nonsense approach,” a spokesman for Galway Gardaí told The Connacht Tribune.

“We’re not saying to people don’t enjoy themselves but we’d urge students to just be mindful of people around them. Everyone has responsibility for themselves.”

One Galway nightclub offered to open it's doors to students at 11am this morning, a full 12 hours earlier than usual.

The offer "to facilitate the greatest day sesh of them all namely; Donegal Tuesday" has since been revoked. 

This comes after 4000 ecstasy pills and a large amount of cannabis with an estimated street value of €50,000 were seized by Gardai in Galway. It is believed that the drugs were intended for RAG Week sale. 

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Galway is (without a doubt) the best county in the west.

The county's medley of metropolitan stylings with a bohemian vibe brings tourists from all around the world, but true Galwegians know the city best. 

1. No better place to be than the Spanish Arch

 

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Was it even a sunny day if there weren't about 45,000 people at the Spanish Arch?

Sparching is a national hobby when it comes to Galwegians, and sipping cans in the sun surrounded by approximately everyone you ever have known, do know or will know again is considered a great pleasure.

Seriously, you'll probably run into your dentist, your ex-boyfriend and your coffee barista on a sunny day at the Sparch. 

2. McDonaghas chips will never be beaten

 

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McDonagh's fish and chips are world renowned, and no other chip shop has managed to replicate the amazing taste of this Galway treasure.

Perfect for a quick bit of soakage during a day at the aforementioned Sparch or for a proper sit down plate of fish, chips and mushy peas at the weekend. 

3. Peter Pan Land was what dreams were made of

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Peter Pan Land was the place you went, ages 3 through to 12, if you wanted to have the best birthday ever.

You usually went there at least once a month anyway for classmates parties seeing as it had the monopoly on being the only kids play place in Galway at the time.

The major challenge? Convincing the moody teenager in charge of the Coca-Cola slide that you were 10 years-old (when you weren't) and thereby old enough to go down the slide. You rebel you. 

4. Supermacs, obviously

 

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We all know that club Supermacs is the absolute place to be at 3am, and the place is like a scene from the apocalypse.

If someone hasn't shimmied up a lamp post, started a riot and stolen your Fanta by the time your taxi arrives, it wasn't a successful night. 

5. Blackrock, Salthill on a fine day

 

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The walk of shame has a different meaning in Galway.

For most it means heading home, high heels in hand, after a night of fun with a potential love interest.

In Galway, the ultimate walk of shame involves going to the top of Blackrock to jump off and chickening out. Amateur. 

6. Kicking the wall

 

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And while were on the topic of Salthill, a walk on the prom isn't complete without kicking the wall at the end.

It's unnatural not to. 

7. Festivals galore 

 

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There are festivals every other week during the summer in Galway. 

Whether you're into arts, music, literature or culture, there is a festival for you. And come winter? It's all about the Christmas market. 

8. The rainbow of colourful characters

 

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Galway has more colourful characters than you could shake a stick at.

Whether it's Warty Nora or Seamy, the eccentric people of Glaway are and integral part of the fabric of it's society. 

9. Biteclub slushies are dangerous. You have been warned.

 

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They might look sweet and innocent at a glance, but Biteclub's famous Watermelon Gin Slushies are absolutely lethal. Lethally delicious and lethally strong. 

The scary part is that at a taste you'd never even think there was alcohol in them. Kudos to Galways' only street food discotheque. 

10. The struggle is real to get a reservation at Tribeton

 

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One of Galway's newer eateries, not ever Kim Kardashian could get a reservation at Tribeton last minute.

While you might have to wait to get your mitts on some of Galway's best grub, Tribeton is always worth it. And the champagne cocktails are a sure fire way to get merry AF.

More of a coffee drinker? Coffewerk + Press is your spot. 

11. Buskers make the city sing

 

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It's rare to strut your stuff down shop street without hearing some hair raising talent omitting from a street performer.

Galway's buskers are some of the best, and keep the city lively all 12 months of the year. 

12. Race Week is MENTAL 

Ok, we all love heading out to the Galway Racecourse for a day of people watching, style spotting and, of course, horse racing.

While it's all a big facade for day drinking in a fancy setting, Race Week in Galway is sheer madness.

The crowds, the litter, the rioting in the streets. Ah it's all harmless fun really. 

13. Donegal Tuesday… escapes description 

 

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For those not in the know, RAG week was oulawed many years ago in Galway after years of messy drinking in a small city with a massive student population.

However, the band doesn't stop revellers on Donegal Tuesday, the busiest day of Unofficial RAG Week, which pops up on Facebook every year.

The day turns Eyre Street into an impassible fiesta as student's fun spills out onto the street as they drink from dawn (literally, people queue up at 7am) till dusk. 

14. Your choice of nightclub will define your night

 

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Galway nightlife is divided up into different cultures based on which nightclub you go to. 

Jagerbomb lovers looking for the shift head to Carbon, those with a penchant for prosecco or a hint of hipsterism head to Electric Garden, and Karma will do as the happy medium when your group just can't decide. 

Gaillimh Abú!

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Breaking news reports this evening state that a man in his car has gone a pier in Co Galway.

The 67-year-old later died.

It is thought that emergency services rushed to the scene at Carrowmoreknock Ferry Pier, however, they were unable to save him.

Gardai believe that his vehicle slipped accidently into the water a little before 8.30pm.

The man's body has now been removed and transferred to University Hospital Galway.

IrishMirror.ie reports a garda spokesman as saying: "Shortly after 8.20pm on the 31st December 2016 Gardaí in Salthill received a cal that a car had gone into Lough Corrib at Knockferry."

They added: "Nothing suspicious, believed the car may have slipped into the water. Investigations ongoing."

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A 24,500 square metre data centre which will help run online services including the iTunes store, App store and Siri has been granted planning permission in Galway by An Bord Pleanála.

The establishment of the data centre, which is set to cost approximately €850 million, signals very welcome news for the Republic as it beat out 18 other countries also vying for the project.

Despite flooding fears, energy usage, environmental and climate change impact and wildlife issues being raised in objection, An Bord Pleanála this week ruled in favour of the project.

While acknowledging concerns, the board insisted that the centre's establishment would not infringe on the surrounding community.
 
"It is considered that the proposed development would not seriously injure the amenities of the area or of property in the vicinity, would not have an unacceptable visual impact, would not exacerbate risk of flooding in the vicinity, would not result in a risk of pollution, would not be prejudicial to public health, would be acceptable in terms of traffic safety and convenience, and would not have detrimental environmental impacts," they concluded.

The centre, which will be housed on a 197-hectare site near Athenry owned by State forestry company Coillte, will be comprised of large halls with an uninterrupted electricity supply which store data from smartphones, tablets and computers including images, video and documents.

Commenting on the landmark decision, local TD Ciaran Cannon suggested that Apple's decision to set up in Galway may act as a catalyst for other leading corporations.

"It is significant in terms of what it says to the world," he said.

"This is a development that needs high quality broadband, high quality power supply and this local economy has shown it can deliver." he added.

"It’s a very strong endorsement for the whole region and this is the beginning of what I hope will be a very significant ICT cluster."

According to the Irish Independent, 300 people are set to be employed during construction, while 150 will secure positions following the centre's establishment.

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If an afternoon spent lazing by the Spanish Arch and a night spent living it up in the Róisín Dubh – no shifting, mind – is your idea of heaven, you'll be pumped for the gorgeous city of Galway today.

Following long campaigns from Limerick, Galway and a three-pronged approach from Wexford, Waterford and Kilkenny, the judges have spoken and have today crowned Galway the Irish European Capital of Culture 2020.

Having arrived in Ireland last weekend, a panel of ten judges toured the cities vying for the coveted position, and ultimately chose the home of the Claddagh ring in a decision which has delighted thousands today.

Urging all those involved to pursue their ideas despite not winning, Creative Europe tweeted:"Well done to @Limerick2020 and @3sisters2020 on their wonderful campaigns for #ECoC2020 – keep the ideas alive," 

Commenting on the visit prior to today's announcement, a spokesperson for the Galway entry said: "The judges did a tour of our programme for the City of Culture and met artists and arts providers and visited many of the attractions that we hope will clinch the title for Galway."

Social media has gone into overdrive since the announcement was made at noon, with the overjoyed community taking to Twitter in their droves to celebrate the wonderful news.

Congrats, lads!

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If you're celebrating St Patrick's Day in the West today you might notice things are a little more subdued than usual.

At least that's the aim of the plan laid down by several supermarkets and off-licences across Galway, preventing revellers from purchasing alcohol until 3pm today, March 17.

It's hoped the initiative will help to cut down on anti-social behaviour in the area, on a day which is notorious for on-street trouble.

According the Gardaí, the initiative is totally voluntary and businesses are under no legal obligation to refrain from selling alcohol.

Speaking to Newstalk today, Galway's Lord Mayor Frank Fahy said that the issue of anti-social behaviour on March 17 was not just isolated to one part of Ireland.

"We need to encourage people that there are other ways to celebrate St Patrick's Day other than going over the top as regards alcohol.

"It's not just Galway, every city has the same problem, right across the country."

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If you're in Galway at the moment, you're going to see some very unusual election posters – and very unusual faces on said election posters.

Each poster was shared on Twitter by GoVote – a group encouraging people to go out and vote on Friday, while also having a bit of craic.

So, if Daniel O Donnell, Conor McGregor or Barney The Dinosaur takes your fancy, here's the promises they're making: 

Liam Neeson is totally our fave.  

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Now that's determination.

A 17-year-old Galway student has successfully managed to persuade his parents to let him quit school – and it's for a very good reason.

Conor O'Flaherty started his first online business when he was just 14, and in the last year has successfully launched his own YouTube talent agency, Pursue.

Having secured a €5,000 bursary prize to help his business along, Conor is expected to turn over around €2,000,000 in commissions in 2016, according to the Irish Examiner.

So how did he convince his mam and dad to let him abandon secondary school without any Leaving Cert qualifications? Using a PowerPoint presentation, obviously.

"They [his parents] took about a month to decide so I went through six presentation drafts," Conor says. 

"They chatted with successful business people around Galway to ensure my plan was solid – and I was credible. But it took a huge amount of energy to convince them, and also for them to decide as it was a very big and bold decision."

The Kinvara native started making YouTube videos when he was just ten years old, and his first YouTube business, Centure, had "turnover of €250,000 a year" despite him being in school full-time.

"I’ve always been active in the YouTube community and I’ve always been following people," he says.

Here's hoping Conor's plan pays off.

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A man's body has been recovered from the sea in Co. Galway. It was spotted by a member of a search party looking for missing Clare student Michael Bugler.

According to RTÉ, the man's body was taken from the sea at Ardfry Point in Oranmore, Co. Galway. Gardaí have yet to confirm the identity of the body, but said it was removed to Galway University Hospital.

Mr Bugler, 20, had been studying law in at NUIG and was last seen on December 19 after a night out at The Quays Bar in Galway.

A final sighting of him on CCTV showed him walking near the Claddagh Church, presumbably heading toward his home at Fairhill Rd.

Taking to Facebook on New Year's Eve, his sister Laura gave an impassioned plea to anyone with information about her little brother's whereabouts.

"We are still on the search for Michael, I never thought I would be entering 2016 with my little brother gone and the fact that we haven’t yet found him makes it even harder to get through milestones like tonight," she wrote.

"As Michael’s big sister it’s always felt like my job to mind, protect and look after my little man and if anyone can help me finish off that job and spare a few hours in trying to bring him home tomorrow, it’d mean the world to myself and my family."

The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI lifeboat crews and Civil Defence have all participated in the search for Michael since the alarm was first raised.

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