Farrell slams restrictions to the Tenant in Situ Scheme

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway West, Mairéad Farrell, has strongly criticised the government’s decision to restrict the Tenant in Situ scheme, an important measure to prevent homelessness.

It comes as the government has issued a circular to local authorities implementing all of the restrictions to the scheme that were proposed last month, including the deprioritising of singles and couples without children, the insistence on RTB registration and valid Notice of Termination; exclusion of reasonable refurbishment costs; and the two-year rule whereby the HAP tenancy must have been in place for at least two years. There is also a requirement for the Council Chief Executive to sign off on every single purchase.

Barna protest inspires Coast Road communities

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Parents and teachers at Barna National School have been calling for improved pedestrian facilities for years, but the opening of a new petrol station and mini market opposite the school last month has upped the ante.

The passing of two masters

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

This week, Galway lost two figures whose artistry and passion have shaped the city in ways that will never be forgotten. Ken Bruen, the celebrated crime noir writer, and John Herrick, the footballer and signwriter, both passed away within days of each other, leaving behind legacies as distinct as they were lasting. In their own ways, both men captured the essence of Galway—its resilience, its beauty, and its contradictions. One could strike a ball, the other a chord, but both have forever altered the landscape of this beloved city.

O’Hara welcomes legislation to extend Widow’s Pension to cohabiting couples

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has welcomed legislation known as the Bereaved Partners Pension Bill to extend the widow and widower’s pension to cohabiting couples. The legislation has come about following a legal case taken by John O’Meara, who was refused the payment following the death of his long-term partner, and O’Hara said it was critical that the legislation is progressed and enacted quickly.

Three year countdown for Galway City Ring Road

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

This is the expectation of Roads and Infrastructure Minister of State, Sean Canney, who welcomed a €2.4m funding allocation for environmental reports and consultancy services necessary to advance the project to the next stage of planning this week.

No cash for Claregalway bypass

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Expectations that a bypass for Claregalway would be funded this year were dashed when the traffic bottleneck was not included in a €633 million allocation for new national roads announced this week.

Climb Croagh Patrick for Galway Hospice

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Take on the Croagh Patrick Climb for Galway Hospice on Saturday, 21st June.

Galway ambulances go to Limerick to be repaired, bemoans councillor

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Ambulances in the Galway area that need to be repaired have to be taken to Limerick as there is no authorised dealer to fix them locally, the HSE’s Regional Health Forum was told this week.

Salmon club and syndicate at Delphi Lodge

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Delphi Lodge presents an opportunity to purchase prime Irish salmon fishing and country cottage accommodation for a fixed week or more each year for five years.

16th-Century Tower House Model and Battle of Aughrim Photographic Exhibition at Galway City Museum

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Galway City Museum has announced the latest additions to its exhibitions. In 2024, the Museum was awarded €15,000 through the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media’s Regional Museum Exhibitions Scheme. This funding has enabled the Museum to commission a stunning 3D model of a 16th-century Tower House, now on display as part of the Keepers of the Gael exhibition.

Get ready for 2025 Ground and Co Salthill Fives

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly sports event of the year. The 2025 Salthill National 5-a-side returns to Salthill Park on May 31 and June 1, 2025. Following the overwhelming success of previous years, this year’s event promises even more excitement, keeping the same thrilling format with some fantastic additions. Expect a men’s tournament (minimum of three games per team), an U13 boys’ tournament, and an U13 girls’ tournament.

FORUM Connemara CLG to launch Workability project and toolkit

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

FORUM Connemara CLG is tomorrow officially launching the WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Project – ‘Working Together / Ag Obair Le Chéile’ and is also launching a Toolkit for Employers.

FORUM Connemara is working towards creating inclusive workplaces by supporting people with disabilities or mental health conditions together with employers.

Get outdoors and explore the islands with Aran Island Ferries

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Get outdoors with the award-winning Aran Island Ferries and explore the Aran Islands for spring and summer.

McDonagh confirms that Letteragh Road resurfacing will happen soon

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Labour Galway City Central Councillor John McDonagh has confirmed that the much-needed resurfacing of Letteragh Road will be carried out shortly.

Fill your world with sound at Galway Hearing Care

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

In today’s fast-paced world, our hearing is often taken for granted—until problems arise. Whether it’s struggling to hear conversations in a crowded room, missing important phone calls, or feeling isolated due to hearing difficulties, untreated hearing loss can significantly impact our quality of life. Fortunately, Galway Hearing Care is dedicated to providing you with expert solutions that will help you reconnect with the sounds that matter most.

Nominations sought for scheme that honours County Galway’s community champions

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Nominations are being invited for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2025 — an annual awards scheme that honours individuals and groups who have had a significant impact on the quality of life in communities across County Galway.

Joyous poetry celebration ‘as Gaeilge’ in Claregalway

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

There was great excitement at the Claregalway Hotel last week when 155 children from five Irish language primary schools in Gaeltacht areas around Galway City came together for the launch of a new book of poetry.

Galway Courthouse must remain in public ownership, says John Connolly

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Fianna Fáil Galway West TD, John Connolly, has said that wherever location is chosen for the city’s new courthouse, the current courthouse which dates back to the 1800s, must remain in public ownership.

GAA President officially turns the sod of Renville Sports Grounds

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Oranmore Maree GAA One Club was delighted to welcome President of the GAA Jarlath Burns and Patrick O’Donovan, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media as they officially turned the sod on the club’s Sports Centre of Excellence, Renville Sports Grounds.

Urgency needed for planned Portumna Primary Care Centre – O’Hara

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

Sinn Féin TD for Galway East, Louis O’Hara, has been informed by the HSE that the tender for the planned Primary Care Centre in Portumna still has not been re-advertised.

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