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  Coronavirus: 3 Covid-19 deaths, no new Galway cases
  
  Briain Kelly - June 3, 2020 0
  
  Three more deaths of people with Covid-19 have been reported to the Department of Health today, along with 47 more confirmed cases. The death toll...
  
  TRANSPORT
  
  Traffic in Galway city up almost 50% in May
  
  Briain Kelly - June 3, 2020 0
  
  Traffic on one of the busiest routes in Galway City went up nearly 50 percent in May according to the data from Transport Infrastructure...
  
  ENVIRONMENT
  
  Public asked to be ‘Citizen Scientists’ in national hedgehog survey
  
  Michael Malone - June 3, 2020 0
  
  One of Ireland's favourite animals - the hedgehog - is the subject of a new national survey led by researchers at NUIG and the...
  
  COVID-19
  
  Galway scientists develop new drone to fight COVID-19
  
  Michael Malone - June 3, 2020 0
  
  A new drone has been developed by scientists at NUIG which can sanitise surfaces in public places to help fight the spread of the...
COVID-19
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  Coronavirus: 3 Covid-19 deaths, no new Galway cases
  
  Briain Kelly - June 3, 2020 0
  
  Three more deaths of people with Covid-19 have been reported to the Department of Health today, along with 47 more confirmed cases. The death toll...
  
  COVID-19
  
  Galway scientists develop new drone to fight COVID-19
  
  Michael Malone - June 3, 2020 0
  
  A new drone has been developed by scientists at NUIG which can sanitise surfaces in public places to help fight the spread of the...
  
  COVID-19
  
  Black Lives Matter protest to go ahead on Saturday despite GARN pulling out
  
  Michael Malone - June 3, 2020 0
  
  A demonstration in solidarity with Black Lives Matter will go ahead on Saturday at 2pm, despite Galway Anti-Racism Network's statement earlier today saying their...
  
  COVID-19
  
  Coronavirus: 8 more deaths across Republic & small increase in Galway cases
  
  Michael Malone - June 2, 2020 0
  
  A further eight deaths related to COVID-19 have been confirmed this evening, taking the death toll in the Republic of Ireland to 1,658. Just 10...
  
  COVID-19
  
  GMIT wraps up project that made 10,000 face shields for healthcare workers
  
  Briain Kelly - June 2, 2020 0
  
  While colleges may be closed, their highly skilled staff have kept at work in the Covid-19 crisis, with GMIT producing over 10,000 face shields...
Sport
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  Unlikely meeting between GAA and FC Barcelona in live discussion
  
  Michael Malone - May 27, 2020 0
  
  A live discussion tomorrow will see the GAA and Barça Foundation explore sport’s role in developing life skills during COVID-19. The event, hosted by NUI Galway...
  
  ARTS & CULTURE
  
  Galway GAA keeps the love of the game alive with creative competition
  
  Briain Kelly - May 15, 2020 0
  
  It's been a testing time for GAA fans around the country, with sports come to a halt and a ways to go yet before...
  
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  Tour de Conamara 2020 cycling event cancelled
  
  Briain Kelly - May 13, 2020 0
  
  The 2020 ŠKODA Tour de Conamara cycling event that takes place in Clifden each year has been cancelled due to uncertainty caused by the...
  
  NEWS
  
  Galway GAA legends ‘on call’ for people cocooning
  
  Briain Kelly - April 24, 2020 0
  
  One thing this pandemic has brought to the forefront has been a strong community spirit of looking out for other people, especially those who...
Courts
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  Man due in court over alleged hijacking in Ballybane
  
  Briain Kelly - May 4, 2020 0
  
  A man is due before Galway District Court today for allegedly hijacking a car with the driver inside in Galway City at the weekend. Gardaí...
  
  COURTS
  
  Man brought to special court sitting over Ballinasloe stabbing
  
  Briain Kelly - March 24, 2020 0
  
  A man has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Ballinasloe which sent three people to the hospital on Sunday.
  
  COURTS
  
  Thieves used crowbar to smash their way into Clarinbridge pharmacy
  
  Briain Kelly - March 14, 2020 0
  
  A group of three thieves used a crowbar to break down the front door of a pharmacy in Clarinbridge and steal...
  
  COURTS
  
  Sentencing delayed for man who sexually assaulted woman in her sleep
  
  Briain Kelly - March 13, 2020 0
  
  Final sentencing for a man who sexually assaulted a woman in her sleep has been adjourned for the probation service to...
  
  COURTS
  
  Bench warrant issued for man who drunkenly threatened garda and his family
  
  Briain Kelly - March 11, 2020 0
  
  A Bench Warrant has been issued for a man who told the garda arresting him for being dangerously drunk in public...
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  Workplace bullying costs economy €239 million a year NUIG study suggests
  
  Briain Kelly - May 26, 2020 0
  
  Workplace bullying costs the Irish economy €239 million a year in lost productivity a new study from NUI Galway has suggested. Statistical research examining the...
  
  BUSINESS
  
  Covid-19 restart grants of up to €10k now available for small businesses
  
  Briain Kelly - May 24, 2020 0
  
  Small businesses can now avail of the Covid-19 restart grants, applications for which opened this week. The €250 million Covid-19 Restart Grants scheme was announced...
  
  BUSINESS
  
  Galway Chamber calls for expansion of commercial rates waiver
  
  Briain Kelly - May 23, 2020 0
  
  Galway Chamber is calling on the government to expand the commercial rates waiver to last longer, and include some businesses which have stayed open...
  
  BUSINESS
  
  New app lets pubs and restaurants do business in COVID-era
  
  Michael Malone - May 21, 2020 0
  
  An Irish tech duo have launched a new app that will allow pubs, restaurants, gyms and other outlets to open and do business in...
Lifestyle
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  World Cup of Galway Restaurants – Knockout Stage
  
  Briain Kelly - June 3, 2020 0
  
  We're out of the group stages and into the knockouts in the World Cup of Galway Restaurants here at Galway Daily. Two restaurants up fresh...
  
  FOOD
  
  McDonald’s reopening two Galway branches today
  
  Briain Kelly - June 3, 2020 0
  
  McDonald's is reopening two drive-thru restaurants in Galway today as the fast food chain brings 20 more Irish branches back to life nationwide. The two...
  
  FOOD
  
  World Cup of Galway Restaurants: It’s time to vote in the remaining two groups!
  
  Michael Malone - June 1, 2020 0
  
  The last 16 restaurants will go head to head on Facebook and Twitter starting tomorrow - but first it's time to choose your favourite...
  
  FUN
  
  World Cup of Galway Restaurants and Takeaways – Group E!
  
  Michael Malone - May 30, 2020 0
  
  The last 16 is closing in - just three more groups remain. But first we must vote for our favourites in Group E! Shake Dog...
Weather
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  Temperatures to soar to 29°C in parts of Galway!
  
  Michael Malone - May 27, 2020 0
  
  Warm and sunny weather looks set to dominate this week and into the Bank Holiday Weekend, as Met Éireann forecasts temperatures as high as...
  
  WEATHER
  
  Status Orange gale warning for rough seas in the west
  
  Briain Kelly - May 22, 2020 0
  
  Today has seen heavy winds prompting weather warnings across Ireland, but conditions are even worse on the water, with gale force winds along the...
  
  NEWS
  
  Weather warning extended into Friday night
  
  Briain Kelly - May 21, 2020 0
  
  A Status Yellow weather warning for heavy winds in Galway over the next day has been extended by Met Eireann, and added more counties...
  
  NEWS
  
  Status yellow weather warning issued for Galway
  
  Briain Kelly - May 20, 2020 0
  
  A Status Yellow weather warning for heavy winds has been issued for Galway and Mayo. The weather warning forecasts that all through Thursday night and...
  
  WEATHER
  
  Weekend weather: Cloudy with scattered rain
  
  Briain Kelly - May 15, 2020 0
  
  Galway isn't forecast to enjoy another weekend of sunny, summer style weather this weekend, as people can expected cloudy conditions and scattered rain. Tonight will...
Culture
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  Entries open for Galway Film Fleadh Pitching Competition
  
  Michael Malone - June 1, 2020 0
  
  Entries are now being accepted for the Galway Film Fleadh Pitching Competition - which will take place as an online event this year due...
  
  ARTS & CULTURE
  
  Tuam’s Mall Theatre approved for renovation works
  
  Briain Kelly - May 31, 2020 0
  
  Planning permission has been granted for an overhaul of The Mall theatre in Tuam to remove and replace its awkward tower style roof section. The...
  
  ARTS & CULTURE
  
  Andy’s trial begins and Caitríona stoops lower than ever on Ros na Rún
  
  Briain Kelly - May 31, 2020 0
  
  Caitríona goes from one desperate act to the next to stay afloat, Noreen is horrified by an unexpected visitor, and it's time for Andy...
  
  ARTS & CULTURE
  
  Galway City holding virtual 2020 Africa Day
  
  Briain Kelly - May 24, 2020 0
  
  Despite the restrictions brought on by Covid-19, Galway City will still be celebrating Africa Day next week with an online showing of music and...
  
  ARTS & CULTURE
  
  Over the Edge open mic night heads online with Zoom gathering
  
  Briain Kelly - May 23, 2020 0
  
  The arts community in Galway is staying strong and connected, even in physical isolation, with the Over the Edge Open Mic night going online...
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Workplace bullying costs economy €239 million a year NUIG study suggests

BUSINESS

Briain Kelly - May 26, 2020

Covid-19 restart grants of up to €10k now available for small businesses

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Briain Kelly - May 24, 2020

Galway Chamber calls for expansion of commercial rates waiver

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Briain Kelly - May 23, 2020

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New app lets pubs and restaurants do business in COVID-era

Michael Malone - May 21, 2020 0

An Irish tech duo have launched a new app that will allow pubs, restaurants, gyms and other outlets to open and do business in...

BUSINESS

Galway SMEs urged to apply for new supports announced by An Post

Michael Malone - May 21, 2020 0

An East Galway TD is urging Galway's SME sector to avail of new supports announced by An Post which include a 25% discount on...

BUSINESS

Revenue extends date for Local Property Tax payment

Briain Kelly - May 19, 2020 0

The Revenue has again extended the payment date for people paying their Local Property Tax via an annual debit instruction. The 2020 Local Property Tax...

Ireland secures access for pork exports to Mexico

Michael Malone - May 13, 2020 0

Irish companies supplying pig meat will be able to export their products to Mexico, after Ireland secured access to the Mexican market. There will be...

Galway City Innovation District welcomes new CEO

Briain Kelly - May 5, 2020 0

Galway City Innovation District has welcomed the appointment of Mary Rodgers as its new CEO after more than four years with the company. Galway City...

Five marketing and PR companies launch new business support platform

Michael Malone - May 3, 2020 0

Inspired by the creativity of Irish people helping others during the COVID-19 crisis, five marketing and PR companies have come together to launch a...

Galway Daily news Councillor asks why Galway City is not collecting vacant site levy

Coronavirus: Commercial rates to be waived for three months among business recovery supports

Briain Kelly - May 2, 2020 0

Commercial rates for businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic will be waived for three months to help them get back on their feet as...

Women’s EMPOWER entrepreneurship programme heads online this summer

Briain Kelly - April 29, 2020 0

The women's entrepreneurship EMPOWER programme delivered by GMIT across the west of Ireland is going online when it returns this June due to ongoing...

Financial services firm creating 100 new jobs in Galway and Dublin

Briain Kelly - April 28, 2020 0

Financial services firm Fidelity Investments is creating 30 new jobs in Galway as part of an expansion of its Irish operations. The majority of the...

galway daily news Decline in Pandemic Unemployment claims in Galway

Coronavirus: €2,500 vouchers available to help small businesses with online trading

Briain Kelly - April 24, 2020 0

The Trading Online Voucher Scheme has been massively expanded to offer even more businesses vouchers of up to €2,500 to support digital enterprise. The scheme...

Galway Daily business Business Forum needed to support Covid-19 recovery councillor says

Business Forum needed to support Covid-19 recovery city councillor says

Briain Kelly - April 23, 2020 0

Calls have been made for the city council to establish a Business Forum with stakeholders to address challenges facing industries in the Covid-19 crisis. City...

Mortgage payment break available for council home loans

Briain Kelly - April 21, 2020 0

Galway residents who have made use of the city or county council's home loan schemes can receive a three month break in mortgage payments...

Galway Daily business Galway Chamber call for abolition of commercial rates for pandemic hit businesses

Galway Chamber calls for abolition of commercial rates for pandemic hit businesses

Briain Kelly - April 19, 2020 0

Galway Chamber has called for commercial rates to be abolished for businesses closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The City and County Councils announced at...