Contract for Ballinasloe Garda Station in 2018

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Minister Denis Naughten has confirmed that the Office of Public Works expects to be in a position to go to tender for Ballinasloe Garda Station early in 2018.

It is expected that the tender evaluation of the project will be completed next month with a view to placing the project for contract soon after.

Thousands throng Prom for COPE Galway 28th Annual Christmas Day Swim

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Huge crowds turned out for this year’s Christmas Day Swim at Blackrock, Salthill, in aid of COPEGalway’s Services for people experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, and recipients of services for older people in Galway. An estimated 8-10,000 people thronged the steps of Blackrock in what has become an annual family tradition for those living in and returning to Galway for Christmas.

Gorta-Self Help Africa says thank you for helping fight against poverty

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

I was on a whirlwind tour of various places in the west of Ireland recently, attending Gorta Self Help Africa events, especially the Gorta Self Help Africa Ball where close on €30,000 was raised for the charity’s work in 10 countries in Africa. We are so thankful for this support, and indeed from all the parishes in Galway and the west of Ireland that have organised fundraising events during the year.

GP visit cards and extra funding for respite care will help carers, says Kyne

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

The Minister for Community Development, Natural Resources, and Digital Development, Seán Kyne, has said that the GP visit cards and extra funding for respite care will help carers and people with disabilities in Galway.

The new measures will see all carers in receipt of carer’s allowance qualify for a GP visit card while an extra €10 million in funding will provide more respite care for people with disabilities.

Cappagh Park sports facility receives injection of funding

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

More than €55,000 is to be invested in the Cappagh Park sports facility, Knocknacarra, under the regional sports capital programme, Deputy Hildegarde Naughton has announced.

UHG to focus on improving hospital food

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Picture card menus are being developed at University Hospital Galway to help patients decide about the menu options open to them. Calorie counts will also be provided with meals.

NUI study identifies successful dietary factors in Type 2 diabetes

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

A new study published this month in the international journal Diabetes Care, provides important clues as to the most effective components of dietary lifestyle interventions, to help people with type 2 diabetes better control their condition and lose weight.

Cannon opens new school building at Cahergal National School

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

The Minister for the Diaspora and International Development, Ciaran Cannon, has formally opened the new six classroom school building at Cahergal NS, Tuam.

Supermac’s raises €500,000 in aid of Trócaire

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Supermac’s has raised over €500,000 for the charity Trócaire since the group of family restaurants started collections almost 30 years ago.

Will there be apples for everyone in Athenry?

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Dear Editor.
Athenry for Apple’ has become a worldwide brand over the last two years. You couldn’t plan it if you tried. And all because of a planning process that is not fit for purpose. Not fit to adjudicate on a key strategic investment project of the scale of an €850m, Tier 1, data centre. There are lessons to be learned here at the highest levels, but who is listening?

Athenry for Apple’ has become a worldwide brand over the last two years. You couldn’t plan it if you tried. And all because of a planning process that is not fit for purpose. Not fit to adjudicate on a key strategic investment project of the scale of an €850m, Tier 1, data centre. There are lessons to be learned here at the highest levels, but who is listening?

Fewer than fifteen per cent of housing units completed, says Farrell

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Sinn Féin councillor Mairéad Farrell has criticised the Government for being significantly behind schedule in the delivery of social housing construction projects in Galway and across the State.

UHG team wins HSE excellence award

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

A UHG team which provides routine and emergency blood and blood product services to UHG, Merlin Park and hospitals in the surrounding area has clinched two prestigious awards at the national HSE Excellence Awards.

advertiser In brief...

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Burglary in Rahoon
A break-in occurred at an apartment in Dun Aras on Bishop O’Donnell Road last week.

A break-in occurred at an apartment in Dun Aras on Bishop O’Donnell Road last week.

Solidarity chooses election candidate for Galway West - South Mayo

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Solidarity (the left alternative) has announced the selection of Jessy Ní Cheallaigh as its candidate for the upcoming election.

Canney welcomes increased supports for group water schemes

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Galway East TD Seán Canney has welcomed the announcement of increased supports for group water schemes.

The changes, which were announced by the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy, will come into effect on January 1 2018.

Win a copy of Sportsfile’s ‘A Season of Sundays’ — and relive a memorable season for Galway

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Over the past twenty-one years, Sportsfile’s ‘A Season of Sundays’ has become an eagerly awaited GAA tradition, marking the end of each season with a stunning collection of images. The book is available online now and in book stores nationwide and makes an ideal gift for the GAA fan.

Cóisir Nollag tops successful year for Gaillimh le Gaeilge

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Cairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge were in celebratory mood as they kicked off the festive season at their ‘Cóisir Nollag’ in Club Áras na nGael recently. This year, the organisation celebrated 30 years in business and at the event Cathaoirleach Ghaillimh le Gaeilge, Bernadette Mullarkey, welcomed the Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr. Pearce Flannery and thanked him, fellow Councillors and Chief Executive, Brendan McGrath for the funding of €50,000 to Gaillimh le Gaeilge for 2018.

Meningitis charity warns of increased risk of meningitis at Christmas

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

The charity Meningitis Research Foundation (MRF) is warning Galway people that cases of meningitis and septicaemia are expected to rise over Christmas.

On average there are over three times as many cases of the most common cause of bacterial meningitis (meningococcal) in January compared to September.

Christmas Shuffle club night at Roisin Dubh

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

On Saturday December 23 The Roisin Dubh hosts The Christmas Shuffle! club night with the greatest original vinyl DJs this country have to offer.

Marine Institute gets green light for Galway Bay Marine and Renewable Energy Test Site

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

The Marine Institute has been given the green light to proceed with the development of a renewable energy test site in Galway Bay, with the granting this week of a 35-year foreshore lease for the 37-hectare site off An Spideál.

E-paper

Read this weeks E-paper. Past editions also available from within this weeks digital copy.