11 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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2 d. ago Two County Galway projects in running for Pride of Place glory

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Two County Galway projects are in the running for Pride of Place glory with the judges visits taking place today and tomorrow. The Marconi Men’s Shed in Clifden and the community of Clarinbridge have been selected to represent County Galway in the all-island competition. The awards, organised […] The post Two County Galway projects in running for Pride of Place glory appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 d. 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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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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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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5 d. ago Furbo parents say proposed safety measures at the school don't go far enough

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Parents and residents in Furbo say they are frustrated and concerned that the proposed safety measures at the school don’t go far enough Galway County Council has committed to installing raised zebra crossings and signage but the local committee Coiste Sábháilteachta Na Forbacha says pedestrian traffic lights […] The post Furbo parents say proposed safety measures at the school don't go far enough appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 d. ago Galway Chamber highlights importance of bringing buildings back into use

Bringing vacant buildings back into use can play a transformative role in housing delivery, urban renewal, and climate action, according to a new report by Galway Chamber. The report sets out an evidence-based roadmap for reviving underused buildings across Galway City and County with the goal of supporting thriving, vibrant, and sustainable urban centres. Based […] The post Galway Chamber highlights importance of bringing buildings back into use appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 d. ago Galway City and County Councils to hear presidential pitches next week

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City and County Councils are to hear pitches from aspiring presidential candidates next week. The Presidential election is scheduled for Friday, October 24th, and nominations will close on September 24th. In order to compete in the race, a candidate needs either the backing of four local […] The post Galway City and County Councils to hear presidential pitches next week appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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7 d. ago Councillor urges quick action over accident blackspot in Corrandulla

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Cllr Andrew Reddington has put forward a motion requesting that Galway County Council apply for a low-cost accident scheme at Bunnahively More in Corrandulla. An application for funding from the Department of Transport was not granted because there was insufficient data to demonstrate the number of accidents […] The post Councillor urges quick action over accident blackspot in Corrandulla appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 d. ago Biodiversity project to create hundreds of habitats in Galway this year

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A major biodiversity project is set to create hundreds of habitats in Galway this year. The Hare’s Corner project is running in Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Meath, Offaly and Carlow. It supports landowners to create wildlife ponds, mini-woodlands, hedgerows, mini-orchards and plans for nature on their land. The […] The post Biodiversity project to create hundreds of habitats in Galway this year appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago High tide advisory continues for Galway coastal areas until midday

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A high tide advisory continues this morning for Galway coastal areas Met Éireann says Highest Astronomical Tide levels are forecast to be approached or exceeded along Galways’ Atlantic coastline. That’s due to a combination of forecasted storm surge, tidal prediction and significant wave heights. Galway County Council […] The post High tide advisory continues for Galway coastal areas until midday appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Senator’s lifetime of commitment to voluntary and public life

The curtain came down on a singular contribution to public life in Galway this month as former teacher, education officer, County Councillor and Senator Jarlath McDonagh announced he was stepping down from all boards – after a lifetime of service. The Turloughmore man’s longest standing commitment was to Dunmore – with four years on the […] The post Senator’s lifetime of commitment to voluntary and public life appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway County Council advises caution near coastal areas due to expected high tide

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway County Council is advising the public to take extra care near coastal areas this evening It’s as a high tide advisory has been issued by Met Éireann, which will expire tomorrow (Wednesday) at midday. Met Éireann says Highest Astronomical Tide levels are forecast to be approached […] The post Galway County Council advises caution near coastal areas due to expected high tide appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway County Council advise caution near coastal areas due to expected high tide

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway County Council is advising the public to take extra care near coastal areas this evening It’s as a high tide advisory has been issued by Met Éireann, which will expire tomorrow (Wednesday) at midday. Met Éireann says Highest Astronomical Tide levels are forecast to be approached […] The post Galway County Council advise caution near coastal areas due to expected high tide appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 w. ago Galway city and county rents rise faster than national average

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway city rents have risen by 8.5 percent, while county rents have increased by 7.6 percent on average in the past year. The average city monthly rent is now €2,295, while it’s €1,700 in the county, according to the latest figures from Daft.ie. Nationally, rents are up […] The post Galway city and county rents rise faster than national average appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago New research shows that Galway is the least affordable county in Connacht for first time buyers

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway is the least affordable county in Connacht for first-time buyers, according to new research released this morning. The research, carried out by Chill Insurance, found that no county is affordable for a single buyer on the national median salary of just over 43 thousand euro. The […] The post New research shows that Galway is the least affordable county in Connacht for first time buyers appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Building begins on 36 new residential units in Galway City and County in July according to figures published yesterday.

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Construction on 36 new residential units in Galway City and County began in July, according to figures published by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Of that total, 33 commencement notices were issued in the county, with 3 issued in the city. This brings the […] The post Building begins on 36 new residential units in Galway City and County in July according to figures published yesterday. appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Leinster Rugby set to begin 2026 season in revamped RDS as project runs ahead of schedule

About 40 per cent of the new Anglesea Stand has been built

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3 w. ago Galway County Council expands fleet for roadworks and winter operations

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway County Council has expanded its fleet with modern, high-capacity vehicles for roadworks and winter operations. The extra vehicles will support road maintenance across its five Municipal Districts and boost its capacity to treat the national secondary and regional roads during the winter. The council has taken […] The post Galway County Council expands fleet for roadworks and winter operations appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago Action demanded over ‘disgraceful’ abandonment of telephone lines on landscape

A Galway County Councillor has strongly criticised telecommunications provider Eir for what he describes as the “irresponsible and unacceptable” abandonment of disused phone wires throughout rural parts of County Galway. Sean Broderick was particularly referring to problems in the Athenry and Monivea areas, following recent repair works in the aftermath of Storm Eowyn. “Eir’s contractors […] The post Action demanded over ‘disgraceful’ abandonment of telephone lines on landscape appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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