Call for a reduction in development levies to boost house building

Fri, Jun 26, 2015

A shortage of adequate housing around the county has now seen the situation reach crisis point according to a number of county councillors. Representatives are calling on Galway County Council to reduce the cost of council development levies in order to stimulate construction. It was outlined that the charges are prohibitive to developers and to young couples attempting to build homes in the countryside.

Galway racetrack professionally surveyed to ensure greater accuracy of race distances

Fri, Jun 26, 2015

The team at Ballybrit are known for their forward thinking vision. After all they have managed to transform what began as a small two-day event in 1869 into one of the biggest seven day racing extravaganzas in the world.

Frightened families risking crime to pay off drug debts

Thu, Jun 25, 2015

Drug related intimidation in the city and county is forcing frightened families to risk committing crimes in order to pay off debts run up by loved ones.

Councillors warn about the negative effects of any reduction in islands air service

Thu, Jun 25, 2015

Galway county councillors have issued a strong message to the Government that the present level of air service to the Aran Islands must be maintained. Aer Arann has administered the service to the islands since 1970 and currently operates daily flights to Inis Mór, Inis Oirr, and Inis Meáin. All flights which take about 10 minutes from lift-off to touch down, depart and arrive from Connemara Regional Airport. The contract for the service is now up for renewal and there are fears due to a cut from Government to the air service subvention, the service will be reduced.

Councillors unhappy about the publication of farmers' CAP payments

Thu, Jun 25, 2015

A number of county councillors have expressed unhappiness about a new policy whereby the details of farmers' grants from Europe are being published online. This follows new EU regulations, which required details of all payments made to Common Agriculture Policy beneficiaries in 2014 to be published by member states. Some €1.8 billion was paid to 130,000 farmers and rural enterprises nationwide under CAP schemes last year.

Galway teens sought for Foróige Youth Leadership programme

Thu, Jun 25, 2015

Foróige Galway is running an intensive week long youth leadership seminar in Galway city from Monday July 27 to Friday 31 and the programme is open to all young people around Junior Cert age, with no charge applicable.

Home owners affected by bypass to meet Transport Minister

Tue, Jun 23, 2015

Questions over compensation for home owners in negative equity, whose homes are to be demolished by the new N6 Galway City Transport Project route, will be raised at a meeting in Leinster House next week.

Planning objections expected against proposed bar and restaurant for Clybaun

Mon, Jun 22, 2015

There is significant opposition among a number of residents in Knocknacarra against a proposal to build a new pub and restaurant at a site off the busy Clybaun roundabout. A planning application was lodged regarding this development on May 29 and submissions will be accepted until July 2.

'Important for the economy of the entire city' - call for one way traffic system to be retained

Thu, Jun 18, 2015

Galway's traffic woes are to be compounded by a return to the two way system on Lough Atalia and College Road the chair of the Galway City Business Association has warned. The association is calling for the current one-way system to be retained - at the very least until the end of the summer.

Galway man finally meets the 'miracle' Donegal teen whose life he saved

Thu, Jun 18, 2015

Galway man finally meets the 'miracle' Donegal teenager whose life he saved

Galway homes caught in ‘cannot sell’ limbo - Grealish

Tue, Jun 16, 2015

Hundreds of Galway homes cannot be sold because they are caught in a legal limbo arising from management companies going defunct and local authorities refusing to take over the estates.

Kyne demands air ambulance service be made permanent

Tue, Jun 16, 2015

The air ambulance service is vital for the west of Ireland, providing support for patients where ambulance times by road are longer, and it is now essential the service be made permanent.

College Rd and Lough Atalia to return to original traffic system next Friday

Thu, Jun 11, 2015

The one-way system which is currently in operation along Lough Atalia and College Road will revert back to the original two-way system next Friday June 19.

Vincent Browne brings the debate to Galway East

Wed, Jun 10, 2015

The People’s Debate with Vincent Browne will be in the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, on Monday June 15, with Fianna Fáil TDs Michael Kitt and Colm Keaveney and Fine Gael TDs Paul Connaughton and Ciaran Cannon taking part.

Farmers being encouraged to wrap their silage bales in pink this summer

Wed, Jun 10, 2015

This week's spell of sunshine has led to a flurry of farmers cutting grass in anticipation of making bales of silage and hay. People may have noticed fields around Galway featuring a new bright colour in the form of a more feminine pink wrap on the round bales. If so, commend the farmer for supporting a clever new initiative called 'Wrap it Pink'.

Irish Water leaves 'unsightly mess' behind in estates says Grealish

Tue, Jun 09, 2015

Irish Water has been criticised by a Galway TD for leaving “an unsightly mess”, including barriers blocking driveways, in areas where the controversial company has been installing water meters.

Win an Exclusive Makeover for Ladies Day at the Galway Races

Tue, Jun 09, 2015

This year, Ladies’ Day at the Galway Races is getting a makeover as new sponsors Kilkenny, proud promoters of Irish design for over 51 years, come on board for the coveted Best Dressed Lady Competition!

Irish Water under pressure to change date of works for Oranmore

Mon, Jun 08, 2015

Irish Water is coming under pressure to change the dates of the water services upgrade and mains rehabilitation works it is due to start this month in Oranmore, following stinging criticism of the controversial company by Oranmore business people and Independent Sen Fidelma Healy-Eames.

Travel Guide

Mon, Jun 08, 2015

Lake Garda - The largest of the Italian lakes, Lake Garda enjoys a sheltered position and a warm, balmy climate - a seductive combination for a relaxing holiday.

Survey reveals shocking number of assaults on NUIG students

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

A survey investigating the sexual health and attitudes of students at NUI Galway has revealed that a quarter of female participants reported attempted or completed forced sexual assault.

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