Cheevers calls for footpath to Galway Clinic

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

A new footpath from the Roscam/Doughiska junction to the Galway Clinic needs to be constructed as a matter of urgency, according to one local election candidate.

Fianna Fáil Galway City East candidate Alan Cheevers who said the absence of a footpath or a cyclelane on the route is “a major safety issue for local residents”, as well employees of and visitors to the hospital.

World’s top squash players contest West of Ireland Open

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

The best of national and international squash players return to Galway next week for the ‘Paddy Whack Walsh’ West of Ireland Open Squash Championships.

New suicide watch group to launch river patrols

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

Plans are under way to develop a suicide watch service along the River Corrib following a number of deaths in the river in recent weeks.

Galway Suicide Watch is the brainchild of Dillon O’Malley, who set up the initiative in response to the river and coastal searches which have become an all-too-regular occurrence in Galway. Mr O’Malley aims to set up patrols along the Corrib with volunteers who will intervene if they see someone attempting to enter the river, and help with search and rescue operations.

President hails new friendship between Ireland and Britain

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

The relationship between Ireland and Britain is “a friendly, co-operative partnership based on mutual respect, reciprocal benefit, and deep and indelible personal links”.

Ryder Cup star helping Console

Thu, Apr 10, 2014

A round of golf with Christy O’Connor jr will be the top prize at a fundraising draw being held in Oranmore tomorrow (Friday) in aid of the Lucky 60 Foundation for Console.

The international golf champion was approached last year by Declan McEntee, founder of The Lucky 60 Foundation for Console, and asked to help raise funds for the charity. He immediately offered any assistance that he could give.

Work on west’s first crematorium to start within months after site gets green light

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Ballinasloe is to be the location for the first crematorium in the west of Ireland, following a decision by An Bord Pleanala to grant full planning permission for the facility at Garbally Demesne, alongside the N6 old Ballinasloe-Loughrea road.

Connolly threatens non-co-operation with city manager over community centres

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

An outspoken city councillor is threatening to “refuse to cooperate with the city manager” if he proceeds to privatise the Knocknacarra and Ballinfoile community centres.

Independent city councillor Catherine Connolly was reacting to City Hall adverts seeking expressions of interest to manage the facilities, a move she condemned as a “disgraceful” act “against the wishes of councillors”.

Food, glorious food — Exciting programme announced for Galway Food Festival 2014

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The third Galway Food Festival programme of events was announced this week at the House Hotel by Jp McMahon, chairman of the annual event. The five day family-friendly festival will celebrate Galway as a good food destination from Thursday April 17 to Monday April 21 during the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

NUI Galway students urged to find out if they were vaccinated against measles after outbreak in university

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The HSE West is urging students at NUI Galway to find out if they have been vaccinated against measles.

City autism centre to extend its services

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

A local organisation is spearheading a project to refurbish an autism centre in the city in a bid to extend its range of services.

Cystic fibrosis group says it is still playing ‘catch up’

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The head of the local branch of a national cystic fibrosis support and advocacy group says while there have been some positive developments in the care of people with CF the organisation is still playing “catch up” due to years of under-investment in facilities.

Deacy and Ó Conchuir to upset the odds?

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Fianna Fáil’s Nicola Deacy to outpoll her running mate Ollie Crowe, and Sinn Féin’s Cathal Ó Conchuir to defy the odds and take a seat, are just two possible outcomes thrown up by recent betting odds.

Remove ‘dangerously cheap’ alcohol from the market to reduce its harmful effect on others, urges City Alcohol Forum member

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

A call has been made to reduce the availability of alcohol, remove “dangerously cheap” alcohol from the market, and monitor the drink industry’s marketing practices.

Action needed to address lack of rental properties in Galway, says Cllr Lyons

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

The lack of houses available for rent in the city could seriously hamper job creation and inward investment in Galway, that is according to Independent Knocknacarra councillor for Galway City West, Donal Lyons who is calling for the Government to take action by providing incentives for the construction industry.

MEP Harkin to launch Galway campaign for European Parliament re-election

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Independent MEP Marian Harkin will be launching her Galway campaign for re-election to the European Parliament in the Clayton Hotel on Monday, April 7.

New Local Community Development Committee for city and county

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

New local community development committees (LCDC) charged with the task of preparing and implementing a six year local economic and community plan have been established for Galway city and county.

Labour candidates calls for new, fairer rates system

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

A new mediation service between county business and the Galway County Council is needed to investigate a fairer method of charging rates.

This is the view of Labour Athenry-Oranmore local election candidate Dessie O’Brien who says the rates system is in need of modernisation.

Up to three thousand expected in Salthill for suicide prevention walk

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Darkness Into Light, a dawn walk to raise funds for suicide and self-harm crisis centre Pieta House, is expected to attract more than 3,000 participants to Salthill early next month.

FG candidate says ‘too many unanswered questions’ remain over fish farm

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

No fish farm should be located in Galway Bay, until serious questions about potential risks, pollution, sea lice, and escapees, are answered publicly, through an oral hearing.

Promenade repair works to include ducting for public lighting

Thu, Apr 03, 2014

Major works are now underway to repair the Promenade following the New Year storms not only to return the popular amenity to its former glory, but also to construct a new walkway from Blackrock to the Driving Range, and installing ducting for public lighting.

Welcoming the works, Galway City West and Knocknacarra councillor Donal Lyons confirmed this week that the works will include the re-instatement of rock armour, repairs to the Promenade surface, clearing of debris from beaches and the re-instatement of the walkway from Blackrock to the Driving Range.

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