LEADER funding is an ‘opportunity’ for rural Galway, says Naughton

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

More than €1.3 million in Government funding has been made available for rural development projects in Galway West, to support remote working, job creation, amenities, and the green economy.

Council must issue credit for use of playing pitches, says Cheevers

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Fianna Fáil Galway City East councillor, Alan Cheevers, is calling on the Galway City Council to issue a full credit on pitch licence fees for clubs in the city.

Why Galway needs a Very Light Rail system

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

In this time of confinement due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many people used their time wisely by making observations to the Galway City Council ‘Our City Our Future’ consultation, which will go towards what will become the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029.

New initiative to make environments smoke free

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

A new initiative has been launched to create smoke-free environments for children and young people in Galway City and County. The Not Around Us initiative helps to denormalise smoking for the next generation and is another step towards a Tobacco Free Galway. It also aims to create an environment where it is easier for those who smoke to quit, and stay quit. Healthy Galway City and Galway Children and Young People’s Services Committee (CYPSC) are leading the Not Around Us initiative for Galway.

The purpose of Not Around Us is to:

Galwegians deserve a say in their future, says Galway East Labour chair

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Labour Rep Katie Harrington is urging the people of Galway to engage with a new survey on the future of our towns and villages.

Still time to nominate your outstanding young hero for JCI awards

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

JCI Ireland is looking for individuals who have contributed to society to be nominated in the various categories in its Ten Outstanding Young Person (TOYP) Awards programme. The competition is open to all between the ages of 18 and 40 who may be nominated in one of 10 categories and nominations close this weekend.

The top 10 honourees will be selected by an international panel of distinguished judges and will receive their award at the JCI Ireland Presidents’ Day ceremony in May 2021. Furthermore, the 10 chosen national honourees will then be nominated for the international JCI TOYP awards with the chance of becoming one of the most outstanding young people in the world during an international ceremony in Johannesburg, South Africa in November 2021.

Rachael Blackmore endorses Athenry Camogie Club campaign

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Just days before her historic win aboard Minella Times in the Aintree Grand National, Rachael Blackmore took time from her busy schedule to send a quick support call-to-action to the facilities development committee at Athenry Camogie Club. Just over one month ago, the club launched a very ambitious plan to buy, build and develop their very own facilities. Their WinAHouseAndCar initative has garnered a lot of interest locally and nationally.

Speaking of Rachael’s win in Aintree, committee member PJ Molloy, no stranger to sporting success himself, was particularly proud of her achievement.

St Jarlath’s and St Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union introduce a new full-service current account

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Today both St Jarlath’s and St Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union are introducing a new full-service Current Account.

St Jarlath’s and St Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union introduce a new full-service current account

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Today both St Jarlath’s and St Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union are introducing a new full-service Current Account.

McNelis welcomes School Zones measures

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Cllr Niall McNelis is delighted that work has started on School Zones measures at a number of locations.

The Galway City Council has been successful in a funding application and these initial measures comprise the laying of coloured spots and road markings outside selected schools. This is to raise road users awareness that they are entering an environment where there is a school - and to encourage slower speeds.

Cultivating and harvesting basil within the gardening homestead

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Basil is one of the most popular plants to grow at home.

Bijou Bathroom solutions with VADO

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Despite being the smallest room in your house, the downstairs toilet is one place where you can really show off your individual style.

Time for us to invest in the outdoors for a healthier future

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

While it is easy to make decisions easier when the sun shines, the arrival of that bright thing in the sky this week has been a timely boost to morale at a time when every step forward seems to be followed by two backwards. The feeling of warmth on the face has also served to remind us of the brighter days, as in the actual brighter days ahead, and not just the metaphorical ones we keep hearing about.

If there is anything we learned in abundance over the past year, it is that there is so much to be discovered in the great outdoors, and now with that discovery comes the possibility of creating an outdoor economy all year round. In common with all that happened last year, back before March 13, nothing seemed to be possible in this country, but with the arrival of the pandemic and the subsequent passing of the Everything is Possible Act, suddenly what seemed impossible became possible and then probable.

Port welcomes progress on proposed extension application

Wed, Apr 14, 2021

The Port of Galway tonight (Wednesday) welcomed the completion of a Statement of Case by An Bord Pleanála for consideration by the Minister in respect of the Port’s strategic infrastructure application in relation to the proposed Galway Harbour Extension project.

Naughton welcomes jobs boost as An Spidéal-based Aran Biomedica announce 150 posts

Mon, Apr 12, 2021

150 new high-skill jobs in the Galway Gaeltacht have been announced today by An Spidéal-based Aran Biomedical, a leading biomaterials manufacturer in the medical device sector.

Commuters, business, and environmentally friendly transport modes will benefit from the ring road, says Larkin

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

The N6 Galway City Ring Road will cut traffic time in Galway, boost tourism, and, contrary to what many fear, will “support a shift towards environmentally friendly transport modes”.

Dementia problem for football

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

John Clarke, who guided NUI Galway to two Collingwood Cup victories in the 90s, believes football coaches need to be extremely diligent when dealing with heading in the game.

Owen Hanley calls for radical new approach to housing

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

Cllr Owen Hanley believes a radical new approach to housing is needed in Ireland.

Seán Canney wants twin track vaccination approach

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

Independent TD Seán Canney wants the Government to adopt a twin track Covid 19 vaccination rollout.

Cllr Cheevers calls for co-ordinated approach

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

Cllr Alan Cheevers wants a co-ordinated approach involving An Garda Síochana, community groups, and the local authority to help stop vandalism.

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