Cheevers demands answers to ‘unanswered questions’ about Galway 2020

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

The Mayor of Galway has been asked to write to the chair and chief executive of Galway 2020 and ask them to come before councilors to answer “unanswered questions”.

More than 600 people across Galway and the west still waiting for a carer

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

It is “unacceptable” that more than 600 people across Galway, and the west, are still waiting for a carer to be allocated to them despite having received approval for a carer.

Minimum unit pricing of alcohol will ‘push up’ cost of living for workers, warns PBP

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

Minimum unit pricing of alcohol will increase the cost of living for young people and workers who consume lower cost alcohol, while protecting publicans from low prices elsewhere.

Re-alignment of N17 from Milltown to Gortangunned

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

A planning application has been lodged by the Galway County Council with An Board Pleanála for the re-alignment of the N17 road from Milltown to Gortnagunned.

Toll charges hikes ‘another burden’ on motorists, says Canney

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

The increase in toll charges, which came into effect on January 1, were “ill timed, unfair, and are adding further costs” to already “hard-hit motorists”.

Canney calls for Help to Buy Scheme to be extended to derelict sites

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

The Help to Buy Scheme should be extended to first time buyers who purchase derelict sites, and that such sites be exempt from planning and development charges.

More than €700,000 for Gort town centre regeneration

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

A total of €798,584, for the redesign of Market Square and Cannon Quinn Park in Gort has been allocated under the Rural Regeneration Development Fund.

Passing of Dermot Murray, well-known businessman and entertainer who performed for tens of thousands of city visitors

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

One of Galway’s best known businessmen Dermot Murray, Ard Aoibhinn, Dalysfort Road, died peacefully at University College Hospital last Friday.

Enjoying good health until recently Dermot and his partner the late Paschal Spelman, ran a successful financial services company for many years. Founded in 1956 the company offered financial advice to personal and corporate inquiries.

Gorgeous Gort welcomes Rural Regeneration and Development Fund announcement

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

The Gorgeous Gort Forum have warmly welcomed the decision of Minister Heather Humphries to approve funding of €798,000 from the Rural Regeneration and Development application for Gort. This application was submitted by Galway County Council with the support of the Gorgeous Gort Forum, the representative body for all local community groups, clubs and organisations.

Athenry Credit Union to launch Think Local Support

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

Athenry Credit Union will soon launch the ‘Think Local Support’ initiative which is designed to promote the importance of communities working together and in turn rewarding local clubs, schools and societies through the Credit Union.

Tenant Purchase Scheme changes for council housing welcomed by Senator Ollie Crowe

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

Fianna Fáil Senator Ollie Crowe has welcomed new changes to the Tenant Purchase Scheme which have been introduced by the Housing Minister and will come into effect from February 1.

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Thu, Jan 13, 2022

Appeal for information on Cregmore burglaries
Gardaí are appealing for information following a series of burglaries which took place in Turloughmore/Cregmore area before Christmas. Four properties were broken into in Kiltrogue/Cregmore areas on Monday evening December 20 between 4pm and 7pm.

Galway’s game of thrones gives us a bit of hope

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

’Tis hard to beat a bit of hope. It gets the sap rising, gets the dream machine working over time. Gives us the reason to get up in the morning, the pursuit of it exhausts us during the day, and helps us through the night until we start all over again. Ever the optimist, I’m a great believer that tomorrow holds the potential to be the best day ever. And if it doesn’t, well, there’s always another tomorrow. I know it’s difficult to be summoning up optimism at times like this, but we must do it. The world has been kicked in the gut over the past 22 months, and everyone feels it, but you just have to drag yourself up by the scruff.

Last weekend, the pursuit of hope came as Galway felt like it was being thrown back to medieval times. In one of our ancient county towns, a new Archbishop was being installed. In another, a king was beginning his reign. Both emblems of bygone eras, new players in Galway’s very own Game of Thrones. Two new leaders for Galway — one from the north east and one from the south east. Both imported to instil belief and resilience.

Five per cent rise in Galway house prices expected this year

Mon, Jan 10, 2022

Prices for three-bed semi-detached homes in Galway city and county are expected to rise by five per cent over the next 12 months.

Many people have been hurt by the experience of church, says new Archbishop of Tuam

Sun, Jan 09, 2022

Many people have been hurt by their experience of Church and must be listened to, the new Archbishop of Tuam, Francis Duffy said today after he was installed  at a ceremony at the Cathedral of the Assumption held before a small audience in line with restrictions.

No joy for Galway in IBAL litter survey

Thu, Jan 06, 2022

Galway city needs to look at its litter management plan if it is to reverse the trend that has this week seen it lose its Clean City status in the latest IBAL anti-litter league.

Visiting restrictions in place in UHG and Merlin Park

Thu, Jan 06, 2022

Due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the community and a current outbreak within the hospital, visiting at Galway University Hospitals is limited to compassionate grounds.

Reliable water supply on the horizon for Moyola Park

Thu, Jan 06, 2022

Galway homes and businesses can look forward to a more reliable water supply with water mains works due to begin in the coming days.

New Archbishop of Tuam to be installed before reduced audience on Sunday

Thu, Jan 06, 2022

Most Reverend Francis Duffy will be installed as Archbishop of Tuam in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam, on Sunday next, January 9, during the celebration of Mass at 2.30 pm. He succeeds Archbishop Michael Neary who was appointed Archbishop of Tuam on 17 January 1995.

Process needed to allow reporting of positive antigen test, says McNelis

Thu, Jan 06, 2022

A process must be put in place to allow people to report a positive antigen test through their GP, or the Covid Tracker app, a former mayor of the city has said.

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