6 h. ago Na Forbacha safety plan welcome but it doesn’t go far enough

Parents and residents who have campaigned for safety measures for school children in Na Forbacha have welcomed Galway County Council’s provisional proposals – but they say they do not go far enough. The local authority this week released its provisional Safe Routes to School (SRTS) plan for Na Forbacha – but the key omission from […] The post Na Forbacha safety plan welcome but it doesn’t go far enough appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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30 h. ago Mary Regan: Future of Mícheál Martin and Simon Harris tied to presidential performance of their chosen candidates

Mary Regan: Future of Mícheál Martin and Simon Harris tied to presidential performance of their chosen candidates  The Irish Independent

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40 h. ago No joy for Sheridan or Steen as Fingal Council rules out presidential backing

Sheridan and Steen both came up short during the council vote this evening.

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42 h. ago Red flag at Portumna Lake described as 'complete overreaction'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A red flag being placed at Portumna Lake is being described as a complete overreaction. It was erected after a handful of representations were made to the County Council over reeds at the bathing area. Fine Gael Councillor Jimmy McClearn says it seems no investigation was carried […] The post Red flag at Portumna Lake described as 'complete overreaction' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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43 h. ago Council releases further details of planned Letterkenny dual carriageway works

Donegal County Council has released further details for next week’s planned works on the busy Letterkenny dual carriageway. Sections of… The post Council releases further details of planned Letterkenny dual carriageway works appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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48 h. ago Council confirms 21 candidates now seeking Presidential nomination

A total of 21 candidates including Conor McGregor have contacted Donegal County Council with a view to receiving their nomination… The post Council confirms 21 candidates now seeking Presidential nomination appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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66 h. ago Delays to South Galway Flood Relief Scheme labelled 'frustrating'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Delays to the South Galway Flood Relief Scheme have been labelled ‘frustrating’. Engagement with the National Parks and Wildlife Service began in January, and more information has been requested since reports were sent earlier this summer. Galway County Council says it had hoped the process would have […] The post Delays to South Galway Flood Relief Scheme labelled 'frustrating' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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67 h. ago Plans for safe route to schools for the Tuam Area due to be presented shortly

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The plans for the safe route to schools for the Tuam Area are due to be presented shortly according to county council officials Fianna Fáil Councillor Mary Hoade told this week’s municipal district meeting that she’s anxious about the delay with the scheme Councillor Hoade says the […] The post Plans for safe route to schools for the Tuam Area due to be presented shortly appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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68 h. ago Benches and dog fouling bins sought for busy Letterkenny path

Donegal County Council has been asked to seek funding to add benches and dog fouling bins along the R250 road… The post Benches and dog fouling bins sought for busy Letterkenny path appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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3 d. ago Mini roundabout among options considered for West Bridge Traffic lights in Loughrea

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A mini roundabout is one of the options being considered to potentially replace the traffic lights at the West Bridge in Loughrea. Concern has been raised over traffic flow, with the lights sequence being blamed for traffic delays coming into the town. Galway County Council along with […] The post Mini roundabout among options considered for West Bridge Traffic lights in Loughrea appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Replacement sign sought for Letterkenny workhouse memorial garden

Donegal County Council has been asked to erect signage to highlight the location of the Letterkenny Workhouse Memorial Garden. The… The post Replacement sign sought for Letterkenny workhouse memorial garden appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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3 d. ago Planning permission running out for St Eunan’s college extension

Donegal County Council has been asked to write to the Education Minister in a bid to speed up the long-awaited… The post Planning permission running out for St Eunan’s college extension appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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3 d. ago Council to seek extra funding to resurface Twin Towns Main Street

Donegal County Council is to seek additional funding in order to resurface the main road through Ballybofey and Stranorlar. The… The post Council to seek extra funding to resurface Twin Towns Main Street appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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3 d. ago Only two presidential hopefuls are bidding for backing from Fingal County Council

Both candidates will address a council meeting later this week, where they require support from a majority of councillors to secure official backing.

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3 d. ago Strict rules mean only two presidential hopefuls will get to speak to Fingal councillors

Both candidates will address the special council meeting in person on Friday.

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3 d. ago Casey plans social homes for Buncrana property damaged by arson

Former European election candidate, Peter Casey, has formally submitted a planning application to Donegal County Council for the construction of… The post Casey plans social homes for Buncrana property damaged by arson appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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4 d. ago Public assured Letterkenny’s Oldtown Bridge is structurally sound

Donegal County Council has confirmed that the Oldtown Bridge is in good condition, despite local concerns about lives being at… The post Public assured Letterkenny’s Oldtown Bridge is structurally sound appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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4 d. ago County Council vows to get tougher on dereliction across Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway County Council has signaled it’s preparing to take a tougher stance on dereliction going forward. The matter was raised at County Hall this week when local Fine Gael Councillor Peter Feeney raised the issue of a long-derelict pub in Athenry. He said it’s been an eyesore […] The post County Council vows to get tougher on dereliction across Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 d. ago Support for Catherine Connolly presidential campaign solidifying among Sinn Féin TDs

Gareth Sheridan and Maria Steen set to make presidential election pitches to Fingal County Council

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4 d. ago South Dublin County Council passes motion calling for moratorium on new data centres

An amended version of the motion passed which exempted data centres that could be powered “100%” by renewable energy.

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