6 h. ago Minister yet to approve Galway City Council €60m Crown Square loan

GALWAY City Council has confirmed that it has not yet drawn down the €60 million loan approved earlier this year to fund major capital projects. At this week’s meeting, Cllr Níall McNeilis (Lab) asked for an update on the loan, which is intended to cover a range of investments including the fit out of the […] The post Minister yet to approve Galway City Council €60m Crown Square loan appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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36 h. ago Irish aircraft leasing company to buy 20 planes from Israeli weapons supplier linked to Gaza war

State-owned Israel Aerospace Industries has close ties with the Israeli Defence Forces and is selling converted planes to Irish-based AerCap.

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54 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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5 d. ago Israel orders full evacuation of Gaza City ahead of planned military operation

Israel has demolished 30 high-rise buildings in Gaza, defence minister says

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8 d. ago Minister O’Callaghan announces €1.7 million fund to support those in international protection accommodation

Minister O’Callaghan announces €1.7 million fund to support those in international protection accommodation  Dublin People

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2 w. ago Millions in EU funds have gone to Israeli defence industry, investigation finds

Money has continued to flow to military tech firms since siege of Gaza in 2023

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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 Clifden Community and Enterprise hub edging closer as win a home raises 1.8 million euro

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Clifden Community and Enterprise hub is edging closer as the Win-a-Home fundraiser run by Connemara Chamber has raised 1.8 million euro. The hub will provide vital professional resources and support to local businesses, creating new opportunities for the entire community. The winner of the draw was 59-year-old […] The post Clifden Community and Enterprise hub edging closer as win a home raises 1.8 million euro appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Green light for redevelopment of Old Galway Corporation Waterworks into water sports centre

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The green light has been given for the redevelopment of the Old Galway Corporation Waterworks building on Dyke Road into a water sports activity centre €1.2 million in funding is being provided by Fáilte Ireland under the second Platform for Growth Scheme, which aims to increase participation […] The post Green light for redevelopment of Old Galway Corporation Waterworks into water sports centre 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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