Galwegians are bringing a wide range of interests to Áras — from boats and keepie-uppies to rollerblading

Catherine Connolly with her sons Stephen (left) and Brian Thomas, after her election as Mayor of Galway in June 2004

Catherine Connolly with her sons Stephen (left) and Brian Thomas, after her election as Mayor of Galway in June 2004

Will Catherine Connolly (68) be the first President of Ireland to be found rollerblading around the Áras?

One thing is certain; she won’t be ­installing a giant TV in her new home in the Phoenix Park, or be found sitting back watching episodes of The West Wing. The Galwegian has specific tastes.