26 h. ago Galway Deputy calls for increased pre budget funding to improve footpath infrastructure

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Fine Gael TD for Galway East Pete Roche has called on the Government to increase funding for all grant schemes related to the construction, repair and upgrading of footpaths across Galway and the wider country ahead of Budget 2025. Deputy Roche is seeking the creation of a […] The post Galway Deputy calls for increased pre budget funding to improve footpath infrastructure appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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56 h. ago €3.3m for Galway canal turbines to supply free city electricity

GALWAY City Council has secured €3.3 million in EU funding to pilot a hydro turbine project on the city’s canals, the first initiative of its kind for a local authority in Ireland. The funding will support the installation of three small-scale hydropower systems to power electric vehicle (EV) charging points and streetlights, with a second […] The post €3.3m for Galway canal turbines to supply free city electricity appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Funding announced to support disadvantaged learners across Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Funding has been announced to support disadvantaged learners across Galway. €150,000 through the Government’s ‘Reach Fund’ will support the Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board, or GRETB. It’ll distribute money to community education groups, to support learners in building skills, and offering education opportunties through simplified […] The post Funding announced to support disadvantaged learners across Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 d. ago €11m in EU funding for UG projects to improve medical treatments

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Funding of more than €11m in EU funding has been awarded to researchers at University of Galway for projects aimed at radically improving medical treatments. The allocations were made under the European Commissions Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions-Doctoral Network programme. Dr. Eimear Morrissey is set to lead a […] The post €11m in EU funding for UG projects to improve medical treatments appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Jobs: Communications Manager, Community Connector and Community Development Project Officer (Gaeltacht)

Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) is an integrated local development company established in 1995. We deliver multiple external funded programmes… The post Jobs: Communications Manager, Community Connector and Community Development Project Officer (Gaeltacht) appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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2 w. ago Galway labelled home care blackspot with over 360 people on waiting lists

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway has been labelled a home care blackspot, as 362 people are on a waiting list That’s according to Home & Care Community Care Ireland, which is calling for Budget 2026 to fund one million extra home care hours. Galway is mentioned by the organisation as one […] The post Galway labelled home care blackspot with over 360 people on waiting lists appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway's Town Hall Theatre to receive funding for upgrade and development

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Town Hall Theatre in Galway is to receive funding for upgrading and development. Just shy of €40,000 has been approved through the Government’s €1.4m Cultural Capital Scheme. The Galway city theatre is just one of eight arts and culture organisations nationwide to receive funding through this […] The post Galway's Town Hall Theatre to receive funding for upgrade and development appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Big Galway representation in grant awards for sustainability projects

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Eleven of the 56 sustainability projects to receieve SSE Airtricity awards are Galway based. They’ll get their share of over €360,000 in funding through the Generation Green Community Fund. The projects in Galway span areas such as food waste, bicycle repair workshops, wildlife habitats and coastal erosion. […] The post Big Galway representation in grant awards for sustainability projects appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Public asked to give up their beds for one night to help those who don’t have one

Galway Simon Community is inviting everyone – individuals, families, schools, companies and clubs – to give up their bed for one night on Friday, October 3, with one purpose to change the lives of those facing homelessness across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. Because by raising funds and awareness, you are ensuring vulnerable people in our community […] The post Public asked to give up their beds for one night to help those who don’t have one appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Funding for seven Galway projects under Communicating Europe Initiative

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Seven Galway projects are to receive funding under the Communicating Europe Initiative It supports voluntary organisations, educational institutions, and local authorities in promoting public engagement with EU issues The Galway projects will share €48,000, as part of €345,500 for 66 projects nationwide In Galway, Ardán is to […] The post Funding for seven Galway projects under Communicating Europe Initiative appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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last month Substantial funding for four Galway outdoor recreation projects

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Four Galway outdoor recreation projects will get their share of €145,000 in funding. It’s part of an €8.7 million investment through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The Shannapheasteen Way is being boosted by €50,000, while the Hymany Trail has been granted €40,000 for upkeep and trail repairs. […] The post Substantial funding for four Galway outdoor recreation projects appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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