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Pedestrian safety paramount as assessment of Rosemount footpaths formally mooted
Addressing the monthly meeting of the Athlone-Moate Municipal District on Monday afternoon, local Fianna Fáil Councillor, Vincent McCormack, called upon the local authority executive to carry out an assessment of the footpaths in Rosemount with a view to carrying out necessary enhancement works at the earliest opportunity.
Green Party councillors call for wider footpaths to allow for distancing
Galway has an opportunity to demonstrate social innovation and to use the assets it has, that is according to city councillor Martina O’Connor.
Five Mayo walking trails to be enhanced under Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring, TD, announced that he has approved over €100,000 to invest in the enhancement of five walking trails (€20,000 each) in Mayo under Measure 1 of his Department’s Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (2019).
Practical steps to achieve a good night’s sleep
If you are having difficulty sleeping, one of the first things to look at is your bedroom. You need the right environment to get a good night’s sleep. And that means a bedroom that is pleasant, inviting, and comfortable.
Moate native receives Green Dog Walker Champion award
Cathaoirleach John Dolan had a very important job on his final day in office as Westmeath County Council Cathaoirleach, presenting the first Green Dog Walker’s Champion award to Moate native, Luke Lynam.
Wires Crossed — 2020 project uses tightrope walking to promote physical and mental balance
Last week Galway Community Circus launched its exciting GalWAY 2020 project Wires Crossed with displays of high-wire walking near the City Museum and at the middle pier of the Claddagh Basin.
Nolan calls for longer pedestrian crossing times
The length of time the 'green man' on pedestrian crossings is displayed for needs to be lengthened on pedestrian crossings across the city, to allow more time for people to cross city roads safely.
How to avoid hiking injuries
Ireland has such an interesting, varied, and beautiful landscape so it is no surprise that one of the most popular hobbies here is hiking outdoors. Whether you are hiking for pleasure, or training for an upcoming event, hiking outdoors comes with a set of risks which can lead to discomfort or injury if you are not properly prepared with the right gear and knowledge. Here are a few examples of common hiking ailments and what you need to know to be prepared for them.
