It’s hoped some, if not all of the lanes on the Tuam Bypass will be open tomorrow evening, two days ahead of schedule. Road works on the bypass have been causing severe congestion and much frustration to motorists and businesses. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Emergency resurfacing works commenced on Sunday night, causing delays of up to 40 minutes at peak times. The sections closed are the Northbound Carriageway from Junction 20 Tuam to Milltown Roundabout and the Southbound Carriageway from Milltown Roundabout to Junction 20 Tuam. At the Ballygaddy Junction, the Northbou ..read more

Galway County Councillors are calling on the Housing Minister to make the Croí Cónaithe Fund Scheme more practical. At this week’s council meeting, Headford councillor Andrew Reddington was supported in his motion to ask the Department to introduce a staged payments system. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The scheme allows people to apply for funding to refurbish vacant and derelict properties, which now also applies to rental properties. Councillor Reddington says the scheme is ideal for rural areas, but explained the flaws to our reporter Sarah Slevin:   The post Gal ..read more

Fairstone Ireland, a leader in financial planning and wealth management, celebrates a significant milestone with the establishment of its fifth strategic partnership in Ireland with Killeen Financial Services Ltd trading as Cleere Life & Pensions. This achievement not only highlights Fairstone Ireland’s relentless pursuit of innovative financial solutions but also marks a significant leap forward in its growth trajectory as Fairstone Ireland surpasses €1 Billion of assets under management (AUM) since entering the market in 2022. Under the leadership of CEO Paul Merriman, Fairstone Ireland ..read more

Gardaí are seeking information on two men disturbed during the course of break-in at a pub in Kilkerrin. It occurred at approximately 4.20 on Wednesday morning. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); They fled via the front door of the pub. Ballinasloe Gardaí are appealing for anybody who may have noticed any people or vehicles acting suspiciously to contact them at 090-96 31 890. The post Thieves disturbed during break-in at Kilkerrin pub appeared first on Galway Bay FM. The post Thieves disturbed during break-in at Kilkerrin pub appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City T ..read more

Gardaí are investigating the theft of a Nugent branded cattle trailer from a farmyard at Rathcosgrove in Ardrahan. The theft took place on Wednesday/Thursday night (17th/18th) when the trailer was detached from a Volkswagen Caddy van. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In addition, both registration plates were removed from the van 171-G-1546. Anyone who may have witnessed this theft is asked to contact Gort Gardaí on 091 63 64 00. The post Expensive cattle trailer stolen in Ardrahan appeared first on Galway Bay FM. The post Expensive cattle trailer stolen in Ardrahan appeared ..read more

Two family rooms in the Intensive Care Unit of University Hospital Galway have been refurbished through funding from two Organ Donor families in memory of their loved ones. The Kenny family from Loughrea and the Ó Brádaigh family from Oranmore have supported the projects through generous fundraising efforts. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Located just outside the Critical Care Unit, these rooms offer a private space during a stressful and difficult time. Seating capacity has been increased and creative artwork has been included to provide a calm ambience. Artist Conall Car ..read more

The Cathaoirleach’s Gala Ball will honour the late national hero Saoirse Ruane of Kiltullagh and teacher and sports activist Martin Horgan of Oranmore. The posthumous Special Recognition Awards will be given to the families of both Saoirse and Martin to celebrate their lives and achievements. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); County Cathoirleach Liam Carroll has announced the beneficiaries of the event as Galway-based ACT for Meningitis and Headford-based i4Life. The Cathaoirleach’s Gala Ball is being held at The Clayton Hotel on Thursday 16th May from 6:30PM. The post Cathao ..read more

State apology delivered by Taoiseach Simon Harris in Dáil Éireann I want to begin today by welcoming to the House the Stardust families who are gathered here in the gallery today. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); I know that there have been many, many times when you thought this day would never come. Over far too many, many years. I know that you were forced to endure a living nightmare which began when your loved ones were so cruelly snatched from you in a devastating fire. Their unfinished stories became your story. The defining story of your lives and the lives of your pa ..read more

Three million euro in funding has been allocated to improve rural roads in Galway. Over €2.5m will go towards roads across the county, while a further €500,000 has been allocated for islands off Galway. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Local Improvement Scheme allocation is to be used to upgrade roads, and improve access to homes and farms in rural areas. The announcement is timely, after the state of Galway’s roads was a hot topic of discussion at this week’s County Council meeting. Rural and Community Development Minister Heather Humphreys made the announcement today ..read more

The new pedestrian and cycle Corrib bridge across from Galway Cathedral is to be named Droichead an Dóchais, or Bridge of Hope. Over 60 names were proposed by members of the public, and city councillors voted 12 to 4 in favour of the chosen name at last evening’s meeting . (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mayor Eddie Hoare proposed the name while Cllr Terry O’Flaherty also gives her reason for voting in favour Councillor Colette Conolly proposed Droichead Julia Morrisey while John Connolly proposed Droichead Nora Barnacle. Meanwhile, Councillor Alan Cheevers voted against Dr ..read more