25 h. ago Galway TD calls on Mental Health Minister to develop sector specific volunteer strategy

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway East TD Pete Roche is calling on the Minister for Mental Health to develop a sector-specific volunteer strategy. He says there’s also a need to further invest in local community-based services. Deputy Roche says urgent action is needed to support the recruitment and retention of mental […] The post Galway TD calls on Mental Health Minister to develop sector specific volunteer strategy appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 d. ago Minister welcomes Cabinet approval of government investment in Electricirty infrastructure

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway East TD and Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports Sean Canney has welcomed Cabinet approval for up to €3.5 billion in Government equity support for ESB and EirGrid – unlocking over €18 billion in electricity grid investment between 2026 and […] The post Minister welcomes Cabinet approval of government investment in Electricirty infrastructure appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 d. ago Club celebrates 30th anniversary with fundraiser for Parkinson’s support

The stage is set for Sunday as East Galway United Soccer Club marks 30 years since its formation, with a special fundraiser dedicated to the man who played a fundamental part in their formation. Because Club President founder and former player Pat Guinan is living with Parkinson’s – and raising funds for Parkinson’s Ireland is […] The post Club celebrates 30th anniversary with fundraiser for Parkinson’s support appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago R348 Brackloon to Raford in East Galway closed from tomorrow

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The R348 Brackloon to Raford in East Galway will be closed for five days from tomorrow to facilitate works. Road works are being carried out from Monday to Friday. It’s expected the closure will take place each day from 7AM until 7PM. The post R348 Brackloon to Raford in East Galway closed from tomorrow appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Taoiseach pledges to examine "poor" LEADER funding in East Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Taoiseach has pledged to examine alleged “poor” allocations of LEADER funding to East Galway. LEADER supports private and community groups who work to improve the quality of life and economic activity in rural areas. In East Galway, it’s administered by Galway Rural Development. Raising the matter […] The post Taoiseach pledges to examine "poor" LEADER funding in East Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago Local and global visitors flock to city for Galway International Arts Festival

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM From the heart of Galway city, to the east of the country and as far away as France, New York and Ohio. Crowds are gathering everyday at the various events on offer during the Galway International Arts Festival. Our reporter Sarah Slevin has been at the Festival […] The post Local and global visitors flock to city for Galway International Arts Festival appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago Parish of Abbey to honour it's patron saint with community celebration

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The parish of Abbey, in East Galway, will honour St. Feichin, the Patron Saint of the parish this weekend The Annual Mass will be concelebrated this Sunday evening at 7 in St Feichin’s Cemetery in Lackan It will mark the 1445th anniversary of the birth of the […] The post Parish of Abbey to honour it's patron saint with community celebration appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago Green light for upgrade of city pumping station needed for thousands of new homes

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An Bord Pleanála has given the green light for the long-sought major upgrade of water infrastructure on the east side of Galway City. The expansion of Merlin Pumping Station is seen as crucial in supporting the development of thousands of new homes. City planners approved the plans […] The post Green light for upgrade of city pumping station needed for thousands of new homes appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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