We’re losing our lives in cars, so let’s build the bypass now

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Galway and its entire region depend on implementing a combined traffic relief plan, which incorporates a new road infrastructure, increased public transport system, and a better cycle path plan throughout the city.

Irish Water to commence works in Mervue and Tuam Road

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Irish Water, working in partnership with Galway City Council, is set to commence works in the Mervue area of the city and on the Tuam Road to ensure a more reliable source of drinking water for local customers.

Local authority questioned if it is rewarding developers

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

The Galway City Council has been questioned if it is rewarding bad behaviour by property developers, at the monthly meeting on Monday evening.

More than €36 million to be invested in regional and local roads in 2020

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

A total of €36.87 million is to be invested in the regional and local road network in Galway city and county throughout 2020 - an increase of €5.1 million on last year’s allocations.

Green Party councillor walks out after describing mayoral trip abroad as ‘paid junket’

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

A Galway city councillor walked out of this week’s City Council meeting after she took issue with the number of trips abroad in which the Galway city Mayor Mike Cubbard has been involved in recent weeks.

Death threats sent to city council CEO over pitch lighting

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

The chief executive of the Galway City Council has revealed that he has been subjected to death threats over the local authority’s stance on temporary lighting at Knocknacarra all weather pitch.

Rabbitte questions accessibility at polling stations in county Galway

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, says Galway County Council need to ensure all polling stations are wheelchair accessible to accommodate wheelchair users casting their vote in the General Election on February 8.

Cannon welcomes Taoiseach`s commitment to Athenry data centre

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

An East Galway TD has welcomed confirmation that An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, has asked Tim Cook that Apple would either develop its data centre site at Athenry or make it available to another investor.

New creative enterprise hub for GMIT Cluain Mhuire campus

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

GMIT has welcomed an Enterprise Ireland grant of €2.7m from the Regional Enterprise Development Fund (REDF) for the Comhoibriú CLG ‘Creative Enterprise West’ (CREW) project based at GMIT’s Creative Arts and Media campus.

Free dose of MMR to help reduce rise in mumps cases

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

A significant rise in the number of mumps cases has prompted the HSE to urge certain groups or those unsure of their immunisation status to avail of a free dose of the MMR vaccine.

Many hands don’t make light work as council stands firm on Cappagh Park illumination

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Calls for the reinstating of temporary lighting at a 3G soccer pitch at Cappagh Park have been rejected by Galway city council officials.

Galway Astronomy Club to hold AstroFest 2020

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Galway Astronomy Club’s AstroFest 2020 will take place in the Harbour Hotel, Galway, this Saturday. For anyone interested in astronomy and science this is an event is not to be missed.

The day-long festival includes talks, trade displays, photographic displays, and a lunchtime workshop with Mike Foylan of the Cherryvalley Observatory in Co Meath.

Tánaiste to address Galway public meeting on Brexit

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Simon Coveney, the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, will be in Galway next week to address a public meeting on Brexit and the upcoming trade talks between the UK and EU.

Support group for bereaved parents meets in Briarhill

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Anam Cara Galway, will host a parent support evening at the Clayton Hotel, Briarhill, on Wednesday February 5 at 7.20pm.

Arrabawn conference on sustainability challenges facing dairying

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Exploring solutions to and the reality of challenges facing the dairy industry, not least around sustainability, will be explored on Tuesday night next January 28 with a range of experts in the space set to address farmers at a major Arrabawn conference.

Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2020 to be launched next week

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Galway’s bilingual business award, Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh 2020, run by Gaillimh le Gaeilge, is now open for nominations. This award, which is the longest running award of its kind in Ireland, is organised by Gaillimh le Gaeilge, in partnership with t he Galway Advertiser and with support from TG4 and the Galway Chamber. It is named in honour of the late Seosamh Ó hÓgartaigh, founding member and company secretary of Gaillimh le Gaeilge.

FF candidate Ollie Crowe calls for an overhaul of disability funding

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

Cllr Ollie Crowe, Fianna Fáil General Election Candidate, is calling for a better infrastructure, better finance and an increase on the disability allowance so that 642,131 Irish people can feel fully included and treated equally in our society.

The councillor said that he will continue to be a strong advocate for improving the lives of people with disability.

Serious questions over €2.75m purchase of Connemara Airport, says Farrell

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

The Government has serious questions to answer over the final purchase cost of Aerfort Chonamara, an airport located in Indreabhán, Connemara, according to Sinn Féin’s Mairéad Farrell. The state paid €2.75 million for the airport late last year.

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Thu, Jan 16, 2020

Pedestrian knocked down by motorbike
Gardai are investigating an incident in which a pedestrian was struck by a motorcycle in the city last week.

Corribside Walking Club info night tonight — 20 years of walking

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

Cumann Siúil Cois Coiribe (Corribside Walking Club) is celebrating 20 years of walking this year, in places ranging from the hills of Connemara to Everest Base Camp in Nepal.

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