Fianna Fail councillors call for €70 million investment in Galway roads

Thu, May 02, 2024

A €70 million investment in Galway City Roads has been called for by a group of Fianna Fail city councillors and candidates including Peter Keane, Alan Cheevers, John Connolly, Michael Crowe and Josie Forde, Fianna Fáil Candidate in the Galway City Central LEA.

Connolly concerned as Minister confirms three year delay for €50m flood defences

Thu, May 02, 2024

A Galway West TD has slammed an extra three year delay expected for Galway city’s already long-fingered flood defences.

Children earning €100 a day as drug mules in Galway city

Thu, May 02, 2024

Children ‘gophering’ in Galway are earning up to €100 per day ferrying drugs by bicycle to house parties across the city, according to a local councillor.

Uninsured car crashes up by a quarter across county

Thu, May 02, 2024

The number of claims relating to accidents caused by uninsured or untraced vehicles in County Galway grew by 25% in 2023.

Supermac’s launches ‘My First Jersey’ to celebrate Galway victory with a gift for newborns

Thu, May 02, 2024

In the wake of Galway’s upcoming appearance in the Connacht Final, Supermac’s has announced a special initiative designed to share the joy with the newest generation of Galway supporters. Introducing the ‘My First Jersey’ – a unique way to celebrate every baby born in Galway on the day of the Connacht and Leinster finals(if applicable) by gifting them their very first Galway jersey.

Plebiscite for Galway Mayor should be on next election date, says Chambers

Thu, May 02, 2024

Fianna Fáil European Election Candidate Senator Lisa Chambers, has taken a significant step towards addressing the governance and infrastructure challenges facing Galway City and County by formally requesting a meeting with the Minister for Local Government Darragh O’Brien to discuss an almost immediate plebiscite for a directly elected Mayor of Galway City and County.

Events planned across Galway city and county for Bike Week - May 11-19

Thu, May 02, 2024

Mayor of Galway City Cllr Eddie Hoare and Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council Cllr Liam Carroll came together on Monday to officially launch Bike Week 2024 in Galway.

Permanent flood defences needed for Coast Road

Thu, May 02, 2024

As temporary repairs to sea wall damage in Oranmore caused by November’s Storm Debi are completed this week, a local councillor has slammed delays and again called for permanent infrastructure.

Countdown to the ballots - 2024 Countdown to voting - 2024

Thu, May 02, 2024

The newly passed European Disability Card will ensure Irish people with disabilities have the freedom to travel across the EU and access the supports they are entitled to, MEP Maria Walsh has said.

Roscam concerns highlighted by Labour Party candidate, Helen Ogbu

Thu, May 02, 2024

With the local elections on June 7 fast approaching, Labour Party Candidate Helen Ogbu has been actively engaging with residents in Roscam to understand their concerns and priorities. During recent canvassing efforts, several pressing issues have come to light, emphasizing the urgent need for improved infrastructure and transportation solutions in the area.

City needs factual housing growth plan, says Lohan

Thu, May 02, 2024

Galway City needs an ambitious and factual housing growth plan, according to Sinn Féin local election candidate Mark Lohan.

Solidarity to run Conor Burke in east ward

Thu, May 02, 2024

Conor Burke has been selected by Solidarity to run in the local elections in the east ward. Burke is a long time political activist with the Socialist party and Solidarity and will focus his campaign on dealing with the housing crisis, student accommodation, public transport, environment and biodiversity, cost of living challenges facing families and young people as well as placing an emphasis on equality and inclusion.

Chambers welcomes commitment to deliver Galway City Ring Road Project

Thu, May 02, 2024

Senator Lisa Chambers, Fianna Fáil European Election candidate for the Midlands-Northwest, has welcomed a commitment from Minister for Finance Michael McGrath to deliver the Galway City Ring Road project.

Ó Conchúir calls for end to trolley waits at hospital

Thu, May 02, 2024

Galway City West Sinn Féin local election candidate Cathal Ó Conchúir is calling for an end to waiting on trolleys in the University Hospital, Galway, as a matter of urgency.

Saoirse McHugh to run as Independent in Midlands North West

Thu, May 02, 2024

The race for European Parliament seats has heated up this week with Saoirse McHugh’s announcement that she will run as an independent candidate in the Midlands North West.

Greens target council seats in Galway City East

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Green Party plans to win a seat in every county, including Galway City East in the June local elections for the first time ever. The target was announced as more than 500 party members gathered in the RDS for a convention which urged voters to Keep Going Green.

Fear of Mervue residents as NTA plan to remove 60-year-old bus route without consultation

Thu, May 02, 2024

The decision by the National Transport Authority (NTA) to change the bus route in Mervue, Galway city without consulting the residents or considering local knowledge has caused unnecessary fear and concern amongst the community, local residents have claimed.

Ahmadiyya Muslim Association Ireland hosts Mosque Open Day and Interfaith Conference

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Association Ireland welcomed guests from diverse backgrounds to the Maryam Mosque in Galway for a special event on Sunday last for the Mosque Open Day and 16th Interfaith Conference. Under the theme, ‘The Prophets: A Covenant with God’, this gathering served as a platform for dialogue and understanding.

National Party leader Reynolds vows to reverse turf cutting ban if elected to Europe

Thu, May 02, 2024

National Party leader James Reynolds has recently announced his candidacy for the European Parliamentary elections in the Midlands-North-West Constituency.

New water station and other improvements to Ballyloughane

Thu, May 02, 2024

Cllr Terry O’Flaherty is very pleased that a badly needed water station for Ballyloughane has been installed this week, following her representations to the City Council on the issue.

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