Further delays to Bearna housing project could cost Galway economy millions, says frustrated MD

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Further delays to the beginning of construction on 121 homes in the sought-after area of Bearna by Burkeway Homes could cost the local economy millions as 150 jobs will be placed on hold indefinitely in addition to an investment of €30m in construction over three years, according to the MD of the company.

Irish Water to begin repair work on Long Walk wastewater infrastructure

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Essential repair works on a malfunctioning wastewater holding chamber at the Long Walk, which has been causing raw effluent to enter the Corrib estuary, will be carried out in May.

Maree Oranmore FC’s state of the art 4G pitch offers promotional opportunities for local sponsors

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

One of the fastest growing areas of County Galway has now a state of the art 4g playing pitch built for the entire community of the twin parishes of Maree and Oranmore, but it is looking for local businesses to get behind it with perimeter advertising.

Oranmore's Calasanctius College gets approval to build additional accommodation

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Calasanctius College in Oranmore has been successful in its application to the Department of Education for additional accommodation.

Higgins calls for Big Belly bins to be installed in Salthill

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Big Belly bins - solar powered 'compactor' bins with real-time information to tell waste collectors when the bin is full - need to be installed in Salthill.

Hydrological survey for Moycullen received by county council

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

A hydrological survey has been received by the Galway County Council for the Moycullen area, and will be examined with regard to seeking funding for flood prevention works in the village.

Crowe demands ‘immediate’ return of Click and Collect retailers

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Click and Collect retailers in Galway should “return immediately” now Covid-19 cases are “relatively stable”, with less than three per cent positivity.

Pregnant women will still have to attend appointments and scans at UHG alone

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Despite a partial easing of Covid-19 restrictions, allowing sports and outdoor facilities to reopen from next week, pregnant women will still have to attend vital appointments and scans at UHG alone.

County council to seek tenders for improvement works for Inis Oírr Pier

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Crucial improvement works for the Inis Oírr pier took a step closer this week following Government approval of the business case for the renovations.

Remote working survey seeks participants to give their experience

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Researchers from the Whitaker Institute at NUI Galway and the Western Development Commission are seeking participants for the annual national Remote Working in Ireland Survey.

If there is a United Ireland, we should leave the euro

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

The European Union, and its lynchpin project, the euro, had a charmed existence in publicity terms during the worst of the Brexit years from 2016 to 2019.

Emer Flatley relishing new role with FAI and the Galway City Council

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Many valuable lessons have been learned during a demanding spell across the world. The value of sport simply goes beyond the action between the white chalk lines: it is about communities, friendships, making connections, and social interaction.

Supermac’s and Fergal D’Arcy – A tasty and tempting match

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Supermac’s has announced a new sponsorship deal with Today FM’s The Fergal D’Arcy Show. The new deal sees Supermac’s putting more fun into midweek afternoons with exciting new promotions planned on the country’s leading afternoon show over the coming months.

NUI Galway to host conference for public and patient involvement in research

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

NUI Galway is inviting the public, patients, carers, and the wider research community to attend the Sixth National Public and Patient Involvement in Research Conference on Wednesday, 28 April. The Conference will be an online event, running from 10am-1.45pm.

Patrick Murphy, Network Manager at the Primary Care Clinical Trials Network Ireland at NUI Galway, and one of the event organisers said Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) helps ensure that health and social care research is more relevant to patients and their needs, and that research is focused on what matters most to patients.

Hennelly Finance turns 21 with a Business All-Star Accreditation

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Hennelly Finance is celebrating their 21 year anniversary with a Business All-Star Accreditation from the All-Ireland Business Foundation.

New website highlights Galway’s business, research, education and community eco-initiatives

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

The Galway National Park City initiative with President Michael D Higgins as its patron recently launched a website in the hope that it will become a major resource and information hub in helping to integrate nature into the fabric of the city.

According to Brendan Smith, Galway National Park City convenor, “The website at www.galwaynationalparkcity.com is about highlighting and bringing together at one virtual place all of the wonderful activities, projects and programmes taking place across all sectors, from schools to businesses, communities and research institutes, in developing an urban environment that recognises the importance of nature in our everyday lives.

Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh nominations deadline fast approaching

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

With over one week to go, the deadline to enter Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh - Galway’s bilingual business award is fast approaching; the closing date for Gradam entries is next Friday April 30.

Home Improvements with your local Credit Union

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Home improvements and energy efficiency have become major talking points in the past year as people spend more time at home than ever before.

Cancer Care West launches virtual challenge campaign

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Cancer Care West is calling on everyone who is thinking of taking on a new challenge this year to join their campaign, so when you reach your goal, you are also helping cancer sufferers on the West of Ireland to reach theirs.

Council pass motion for Knocknacarra traffic lights

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

The Galway City Council passed a motion for traffic lights to be installed at the Clybaun Road/Shangort Road junction in Knocknacarra.

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