7 h. ago Galway's local authorities open to selling Galway Airport site

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway’s local authorities are open to selling the former Galway Airport site which they jointly purchased over 10 years ago The City and County Councils are now inviting proposals for the economic development of the extensive Carnmore site It fronts onto three roads and includes two existing […] The post Galway's local authorities open to selling Galway Airport site appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns

A Galway councillor has warned intransigent opposition to windfarms given the need for wind energy in the county – but at the same time, Cllr Gerry Finnerty cautioned against the proliferation of windfarms in areas where residents have concerns. The Gort councillor was specifically referring the Derrybrien Wind Farm, which is located near the town […] The post Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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33 h. ago Minister Cummins visits Galway’s newest housing milestone during Council briefing

The Junior Minister for Local Government and Planning met with Galway County Council officials at Áras an Chontae last week to discuss their strategies for rolling out new social and affordable housing initiatives throughout County Galway. During his visit, Minister of State John Cummins toured the site of a new affordable housing scheme in Claregalway. […] The post Minister Cummins visits Galway’s newest housing milestone during Council briefing appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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56 h. ago Charities confirmed for Galway Cathaoirleach Charity Ball in June

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The local charities to benefit from this year’s County Galway Cathaoirleach Charity Ball have been confirmed. Funds will be raised through the event for Oranmore Maree Coastal Search Unit and Hand in Hand Children’s Cancer Charity. The ball will take place in the Raheen Woods Hotel in […] The post Charities confirmed for Galway Cathaoirleach Charity Ball in June appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 d. ago Local MEP says CAP budget must reflect inflation to ensure future of Irish food security

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Local MEP Maria Walsh says the CAP budget must reflect inflation to ensure future of Irish food security MEP Walsh, who’s a member of the European Parliament’s Agriculture Committee, has tabled over 30 proposals to strengthen CAP certainty and income stability for Irish farmers She has made […] The post Local MEP says CAP budget must reflect inflation to ensure future of Irish food security appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Minister of State for Planning to visit affordable housing scheme in Claregalway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Minister of State for Planning and Local Government will visit the new affordable housing scheme in Claregalway later this morning Minister John Cummins will tour Garraí Na Gaoithe, Lakeview, the site of the first affordable homes built in the county since 2013 The first residents of […] The post Minister of State for Planning to visit affordable housing scheme in Claregalway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago UG wins bid to host two major international events worth almost €5m to local economy

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM University of Galway has won its bids to secure two major international events over the next two years. Combined, they’ll be worth almost €5m to the local economy and will bring thousands of visitors. The first of the two major events will happen next year – and […] The post UG wins bid to host two major international events worth almost €5m to local economy appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Call for greater investment in Shannon and Knock as counterbalance to Dublin Airport

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM There’s a call for greater investment in Shannon and Knock, to act as a regional counterbalance to Dublin Airport. Galway East TD Louis O’ Hara believes a full review of state aviation policy is now needed. He argues that both Shannon and Knock Airports are operating well […] The post Call for greater investment in Shannon and Knock as counterbalance to Dublin Airport appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Green light for major student development at Coolough Road despite local opposition

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The green light has been given for a major student accommodation development at Coolough Road in the city. The approval comes despite strong objections from local residents – as well as street protests last year. The site is located near the junction of the Coolough Road and […] The post Green light for major student development at Coolough Road despite local opposition appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago St Brigids Campus in Ballinasloe set to be added to derelict sites register

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM St. Brigids Campus in Ballinasloe could be set to be added to the register of derelict sites. That’s according to local councillor Alan Harney, who says Galway County Council has notified the HSE, which owns the land. It comes as the HSE is making efforts to bring […] The post St Brigids Campus in Ballinasloe set to be added to derelict sites register appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Dáil debate on youth criminality hears East Galway needs more facilities

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A Dáil debate on diverting young people from criminal activity has heard that East Galway is in desperate need of more youth facilities and supports. Local TD Pete Roche said young people need to be offered a life to choose, so they don’t fall into crime in […] The post Dáil debate on youth criminality hears East Galway needs more facilities appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Local TD frustrated over lack of support for Irish wool industry

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local TD is expressing frustration over a lack of investment in the struggling but hugely promising Irish wool industry. Raising the matter in the Dáil, Deputy Catherine Connolly questioned the status of a farmer-led wool initiative being considered for EU funding. But she was advised by […] The post Local TD frustrated over lack of support for Irish wool industry appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Local MEP demands Government publish housing blueprint for Gaeltacht areas

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local MEP is demanding that the Government immediately publish long-awaited housing blueprint for Gaeltacht areas. Ciaran Mullooly says reform is urgently needed to enable thousands of homes to be built in Galway, Kerry and Donegal. Speaking in the European Parliament, Independent Ireland Mullooly MEP said the […] The post Local MEP demands Government publish housing blueprint for Gaeltacht areas appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Push for new post of disability officer at Galway City Council

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local councillor is pushing for a new disability officer at Galway City Council – as well as a new inclusion and disability committee. Labour Councillor Helen Ogbu had a motion passed on both at a recent meeting at City Hall. While the motion’s not legally binding, […] The post Push for new post of disability officer at Galway City Council appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Local petition for change to suicidal presentation protocol surpasses 10,000

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local petition, which came about following the death of a Galway man by suicide, has gathered over 10,000 signatures The body of 34 year old Adam Loughnane was recovered from the Corrib on February 11th, following a highly-visible operation by Emergency Services. Earlier that day, Adam […] The post Local petition for change to suicidal presentation protocol surpasses 10,000 appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago Local clubs meet with Sports Minister over lack of funding for facilities across city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A range of local sports club have met with the Minister for Sport over an alleged lack of funding for facilities across the city. The meeting, organised by Galway based Fine Gael Senator Sean Kyne, was attended by a range of groups – including Connacht Rugby, Connacht […] The post Local clubs meet with Sports Minister over lack of funding for facilities across city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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