Sod turned on Adult Cystic Fibrosis Out-Patient Department at Merlin Park Hospital

Golf is a unique sport, so it’s only fitting that golf betting sites across the web will have their own unique features as well. While some people already know what to look for when it comes to sports betting or online gambling more generally, looking for a top tier golf betting site in Ireland requires a finer touch.

To find the best golf betting sites around, all you have to do is follow our tips and guidelines on what makes golf betting sites unique and which aspects you should hone in on when selecting one. As long as you keep all these things in mind, you’ll be registered with a great site in no time.

The magic of in-play betting

Arguably the most important aspect of any golf betting site is its inclusion of in-play betting. This is one of the most unique features of golf sports betting and is considered an absolute must by many devoted golf gamblers across the world.

In-play betting is a feature that allows you to make bets as the game is in progress. As golf is both very slow and turn based, this makes it a unique game to watch not only as a member of the audience but as a spectator who makes wagers.

Although in-play betting is at times offered for other sports, most notably horse racing, it is considered a particularly essential aspect of golf betting sites in general.

Access to golf tournaments

In the same way that sports bettors all come out of the woodwork for the Super Bowl and the Stanley Cup, the major golf tournaments are the biggest opportunity to not only win big but feature some of the most fun possible on golf betting sites.

The major golf tournaments that most golf fans look forward to are the PGA Championship, the British Open Championship, the Masters Tournament and the US Open Championship. In Ireland, you can look for sites that offer betting on the Irish Open as well.

Tournaments are a major force in the sports betting world, so it’s vital to find a betting site that offers as many tournament betting options as possible, or at least the one or two tournaments that you plan on keeping tabs on.

Officially licensed within the United Kingdom

As Ireland has legalized online gambling for quite some time now, there has been significant growth in the number of websites, casinos and other gambling-adjacent institutions that have registered with the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) for a gambling license.

There are many benefits of opting for a golf betting site that has an official license. These sites are more likely to have lucrative markets with larger payouts and betting pools, which is highly beneficial for the sports fans who like to bet big or partake in the largest of betting events.

Licensed gambling sites are also more likely to have higher standards when it comes to a variety of factors, including security, promoting responsible gambling habits, a wider variety of withdrawal and deposit options and various financial safeguards that will help keep your accounts and balances safe.

Licensed golf gambling websites are also far more likely to put more effort into cultivating a proper customer service department. These are the sites that are more likely to respond to your concerns or inquiries in a timely manner, so if you want a team of experts that can help you out in a jam, a UKGC-approved golf gambling site in Ireland is the way to go.

A selection of live stream events

These days, the internet is becoming the place to watch everything, including movies, TV shows and sporting events. More betting websites are incorporating live streams into their broadcasting, which makes it easier for bettors to consolidate all their golfing needs, watching and betting.

It’s competitive these days if you want to have your golf betting site remain at the top of the charts, and the availability of live streamed tournaments or golfing events is an excellent way to find a golf betting site in Ireland that has gone the extra mile.

Using a golf betting site that offers live streams will not only make your in-play bets even more entertaining, but it will also allow you to stay up to date with live golf events and updates as soon as possible.

It may not seem necessary to those who already have a cable, satellite or streaming service that already offers the golfing programs they need; however, if you are lacking in those departments, a golf betting site that offers you streams of your favourite sporting events can be the one thing that separates a great golf betting site from the merely good ones.

Competitive golf odds

Another great way to find a golf betting site that’s worth sticking with is one that offers better odds for your wagers. Some gambling newbies may not know this, but not all odds are equal, especially when you introduce things like live in-play bets or free places into the equation.

As golf gambling becomes more and more popular than ever before, it’s understandable that golf betting sites are starting to take notice and make their odds more appealing to broader audiences. This means that some golf gambling sites will offer more appealing odds to meet the larger demand for golf betting services.

Many sites. such as NetBet, LeoVegas, 888Sport and NoviBet, offer highly competitive odds so that the sweet taste of victory will be even sweeter, making them excellent choices for anyone looking for a reliable golf betting site in Ireland.

Withdrawal and deposit speeds

If there’s any factor that’s often overlooked when it comes to selecting a great betting site, the payout speed of the website or app is definitely it. Though many sites and user reviews will often talk about the variety of payment options that are available, many of them neglect to mention the speed of payments being made in either direction, which can be just as important.

Ideally, you want a golf gambling site in Ireland to accept any payments you have made to your sportsbook balance account in one or two days or less. This allows you to get to betting as quickly as possible, especially if there is an upcoming sporting event or tournament.

Any golf gambling site that takes five to seven days should be considered a slow timeframe and avoided if possible. This especially needs to be considered for Irish users, as registering and depositing funds with websites not based in Ireland may result in even longer waiting periods.

Of course, the payment method also has a big impact on the payout or deposit speed of the site, so it would be wise to select a golf betting site that offers the fastest possible payment method that you already use on a regular basis. For example, if that’s PayPal, then you might want to stick with that unless you think another method could be faster.

Planning refused for city centre apartment blocks

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Galway Daily news Planning appeal over city centre apartment complex plans

Planning permission has been refused for a residential development of two apartments blocks in the city centre area.

Shawder Ltd sought approval for the demolition of a house and shed at 99 Upper Newcastle Road, and to build two apartment blocks on the site.

The two storey and four storey buildings would have contained a total of 10 one-bedroom apartments and 8 two-bedroom apartments.

The larger of the two buildings, Block A would contain 14 apartments, with the remaining 4 units located in the smaller Block B.

The city council refused planning permission for the development, saying that the number of one-bed units exceeded guidelines, and that the four-storey height of one building was excessive for the area.

Concerns were also raised for the scale and massing of the buildings with their close proximity to the site boundaries, and potential overshadowing of neighbouring properties.

A shortfall in car parking spaces and insufficient private amenity open space were also given as reasons for refusal.

University of Galway ranked in Top 100 in inaugural QS European rankings

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September 20, 2023

Galway Daily news Galway universities awarded over €2 million for new research equipment

University of Galway has been named as one of the top Universities in Europe, according to the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024.

The first Europe-wide rankings have placed University of Galway 98^th in Europe out of 690 institutions across 42 locations.

University of Galway was also ranked in the QS European ranking’s Top 50 for Sustainability, building on the announcement that the University was named number one university in Ireland.

It was also named the world’s top 50 for progress towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings earlier this year.

President of University of Galway Professor Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh said: “Being ranked in the top 100 universities in Europe in these inaugural QS rankings and number one for sustainability in Ireland in THE Impact Rankings is a tremendous endorsement of the people and culture of our university.”

“It is a reflection of the continuous effort across our University to be a university for the public good, true to our values of respect, excellence, openness and sustainability.”

“From this place and for this place, we are determined to further enhance our international reputation and reach, while serving our students and community.”

“I want to thank our students and staff for their hard work and commitment, and our alumni for being such outstanding ambassadors.”

Galway people urged to Go Pink for breast cancer care

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Go Pink 1 — Pictured launching the Mater Hospital Foundation's new Go Pink campaign is l-r: Tom Grace, Kabir Kalia and Mater Hospital Foundation Chief Executive Mary Moorhead.

The Mater Hospital Foundation is calling on people in Galway to take part in its new Go Pink campaign to help raise vital funds for breast cancer care.

Taking place on October 18, Go Pink is a new fundraising campaign that will support patients with breast cancer by investing funds where they are needed most in the Mater Public Hospital.

To coincide with Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the Foundation is calling on people across the country to get on board by hosting their own Pink Party.

Getting involved couldn’t be easier. You can hold your event on October 18 or whatever date works best for you.

Simply register on the website or by getting in contact with the Mater Hospital Foundation directly and you will receive your free pink specs to bring even more razzle dazzle to your go Pink event.

Your party can be as simple or elaborate as you like, and the funds you raise will be put to work to support women and men with breast cancer from all across Ireland.

Colleagues and friends will be tickled pink to take part, knowing that they will be having a positive impact on the lives of so many Mater Hospital patients.

Hosting your own Go Pink breakfast, brunch, event or activity is such an easy and fun way to bring people together, create a real sense of togetherness in your workplace or community and make a huge difference in the Mater Hospital.

Every day, patients with breast cancer receive world-class care in the Mater Hospital, and the Mater Hospital Foundation is committed to standing with each and every one of them and ensuring that the Mater’s doctors and nurses have the tools they need to continue to provide the very best care.

Thanks to the generosity of its supporters, the Mater Hospital Foundation has helped to make so much possible in the Mater Hospital, from enhancing the Breast Health unit to funding life-saving equipment and supporting ground-breaking research.

Commenting on the new Go Pink fundraising campaign, Mater Hospital Foundation Chief Executive Mary Moorhead says, “We are so excited to be launching this colourful campaign for companies, communities and individuals right across Ireland.”

“It is a great opportunity to have some fun, embrace your silly side and bring your colleagues or friends together, all while making a real and lasting difference for patients with breast cancer in the Mater Public Hospital.”

“When you sign up, we will send you your very own Go Pink event pack with everything you need to make your Pink Party a real success and we have a whole host of downloadable resources that will help make your event extra special.”

To register today to host your own Go Pink Party, simply visit our website – www.materfoundation.ie/gopink or call the Mater Hospital Foundation on 01 830 3482 to find out more about how your workplace or community can get involved this October.

City Centre street closing nightly for week long roadworks

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September 20, 2023

Galway Daily news Traffic disruption expected from Galway City centre roadworks

Middle Street in Galway City Centre will be closed nightly for the duration of a week next month.

Galway City Council has issued notice that the street will be closed nightly from Monday, October 9 through to Saturday, October 14.

The closure will be between its junctions with Abbeygate Street Lower and Cross Street Lower, will take place from 7pm to 6am each evening.

The road closure is being put in place to facilitate repairs to leaking sewers, and to renew the connection to the chamber in the carriageway.

A temporary diversion route will be in place via Augustine Street during these works. Localised access will be maintained at all times.

Advance signage for the roadworks will be in place before they begin.

Two Exhibitions Influenced by Irish Mythology & Folklore at Claremorris Gallery

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Works by two Irish artists at the opposite spectrums of their artistic careers will feature in a dual exhibition at Claremorris Gallery from September 23 to October 7.

The gallery will show exhibitions from Brian Bourke, one of the most prominent artists of his generation of Irish painters, and emerging artist Peadar Jolliffe-Byrne as follows:

Born in Dublin in 1936, Brian Bourke is one of the most prominent artists of his generation of Irish painters and an enduring influence on his contemporaries with a career that has spanned over sixty years.

His work has been exhibited across Ireland, in Switzerland, England, France, Denmark, Norway and the U.S. and has exhibited in many major group shows.

He had regular solo exhibitions in Dawson Gallery, Dublin, from 1965 to 1975 and Taylor Galleries, Dublin, from 1978, the most recent being June 2019.

The subjects of his work over the years include self-portraits and self in landscapes; works from a life mask of William Blake with sunflowers, inspired by Blake’s poem “Ah Sunflower!”; a long series of Buile Suibhne which was shown in ROSC in 1988, and another series of paintings of Don Quixote.

He has worked in various other media apart from oil on canvas, such as etching, lithography and sculpture- bronze casting and woodcarving.

Peadar Jolliffe-Byrne was born in Harare, Zimbabwe 1991. In 1996, he relocated with his family to Pretoria, South Africa where he attended Pro Arte Alphen Park secondary school.

In 2008, he moved to Dublin, Ireland and later attended the Institute of Art Design and Technology (IADT) where he completed a BA in Art in 2016. Peadar was shortlisted for the Talbot Gallery Most Promising Graduate Award and was awarded the RHA Peer Residency in 2017.

In 2018, Peadar completed a MSc in World Heritage Management and Conservation at University College Dublin (UCD). In 2019, Peadar co-authored the Red Rock Management Plan 2020-2030 on behalf of Fingal County Council and Dublin Bay Biosphere Reserve.

Sweeney, Cursed with the Flying Madness

Sweeney, Cursed with the Flying Madness, will show seven paintings by Brian Bourke. This work from 1988 has never previously been exhibited but came to prominence last year when six works from this important series were acquired by the National Gallery of Ireland.

A trend emerged in Irish painting during the 1980s, where a number of Irish Visual Artists explored the ancient story of the Mad Sweeney, perhaps influenced by Sweeney Astray, Seamus Heaney’s version of the medieval Irish work Buile Suibhne, published in 1983.

Although, Bourke’s Sweeney actually took inspiration from Flann O’Brien’s absurdist novel, At Swim-Two-Birds, which features a translation of the Middle Irish romance Buile Suibhne.

‘Buile Suibhne’ or Mad Sweeney, is based on the story of a figure from early Irish literature created by many hands from the 9^th century to the 16^th century.

Sweeney, king of Dal Arie, was cursed by the priest, Ronan Finn, which condemned him to live life as half bird, half man, with none of the advantages of bird nor man. This madness forced him to be constantly on the move throughout Ireland, Scotland and England.

Brian created these paintings at St Mullin’s in Co Carlow, the place where the bird-king is reputed to have died. “St Mullin was real,” he says.

“He built a little church that’s mentioned in At Swim-Two-Birds, and it’s still there. That’s where Sweeney is supposed to have been speared to death by a jealous farmer whose wife was feeding him.”

Upland Folk by Peadar Jolliffe-Byrne

Upland Folk presents eight paintings by Peadar Jolliffe-Byrne, an emerging painter based between Mexico City and Leitrim. The exhibition was inspired by the research Peadar undertook in 2021 as part of his work on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List application for the cultural landscape of the Burren, Co. Clare, Ireland.

The Burren provides a plethora of inspirational starting points for any sort of artistic endeavour, ranging from its globally significant karst environment, to its extraordinary collection of well-preserved archaeological sites, to the unique ecological mosaic of its flora and fauna.

Yet perhaps, the most outstanding characteristic within this seemingly inhospitable landscape are the people who live there.

Timeless scenes, throughout the work, borrow from Irish history, mythology and folklore to depict narratives of light versus dark, good versus evil, and life versus death.

The work is inspired by the thousands of years of interaction between humans and the environment in the Burren Uplands, and how that relationship has shaped the cultural and ecological landscape we see today.

Interspecies dialogues and cross-cultural references highlight past beliefs that have continued into the present and look to continue into the future in a blend of cultural practices and beliefs

HeySpin: The Mixture of Tech and Innovation in the Online Casino Industry

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September 20, 2023

If you are looking for fun, a variety of games, or live casinos, HeySpin is the place for you. An epic collection of some of the finest online gambling games awaits at this website. HeySpin is not just any online casino, however. They are at the forefront of innovation when it comes to online gambling. In this article, we would like to explore how HeySpin stays ahead of the competition.

Live Casinos

Thanks to the rise of streaming, live dealer casinos have become an industry standard. For those who don’t know, live casinos involve a living dealer, streaming themselves in real time, playing games like blackjack, roulette, craps, or more against people in the voice or text chat. The idea here is to simulate a land-based casino, and for the most part, it has worked to perfection.

So, how is HeySpin ahead of the competition in live casinos? Well, whereas most online gambling websites feature only a dozen or so live casino games, HeySpin has over a hundred live games to choose from. If live gambling sounds like something you enjoy, head over to HeySpin and register an account with the website.

Mobile Optimization

Nowadays, we all hold a miniature computer in our pockets. Smartphones have made every aspect of our lives easier. That includes gambling online. A lot of websites are now doing their best to appeal to mobile users. Whether they create mobile apps or make their websites mobile friendly.

HeySpin is one of the latter. The developers have done their best to optimize as many of their games as possible for smartphones. If you visit HeySpin, you will find that you can play a vast majority of the slots and table games through iPhone, Android, or any sort of tablet.

Different Payment Methods

One area where HeySpin kind of lacks is the payment options that they offer. To be fair, it doesn’t really lack when compared to the average casinos. If you play at HeySpin, you can wager using Visa, paysafecard, PayPal, Skrill, and Neteller. All of these options are very common when gambling online. However, for a website that is so open to innovation and embracing new tech, it is bizarre that HeySpin does not accept crypto of any kind.

Crypto-based gambling has become so popular, that there are websites that use nothing but cryptocurrency. From Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether, to some of the more obscure, unknown cryptos. However, HeySpin has, as of now, not yet embraced the crypto gambling craze. We hope to see at least Bitcoin in their payment method roster in the future.

Customer Service

Finally, it is worth discussing HeySpin’s customer service. You can step into contact with the HeySpin team in two different ways. One is the customer support email that you can find on their website. The team is friendly and very responsive. However, they are only available in a certain period during each work day.

If you need a quicker response, the live chat is probably your best bet. Just type your enquiry into the live chat and wait for a response. Live chat responses are quick, friendly, reasonable, and willing to talk about any technical difficulties you might have.

Galway promoted to Belgian and Dutch travel agents

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September 19, 2023

galway daily news galway tourism promoted in the netherlands — Wolfgang Lolies, Kleemann Tours; Karen van der Horst, Tourism Ireland; Valeska Oudhof, Better Places; and Aine McLoughlin, Aran Island Ferries, pictured at Tourism Ireland’s B2B workshop in Amersfoort. Pic- Tourism Ireland

Galway has been promoted to 50 leading tour operators and travel agents from Belgium and the Netherlands at Tourism Ireland’s B2B workshops in Brussels and Amersfoort.

Twenty-two Irish tourism operators – including Aran Island Ferries and Killary Fjord Boat Tours – connected with the Belgian and Dutch travel professionals via a series of one-to-one meetings.

These meetings providing a valuable opportunity for the businesses from Ireland to showcase and sell their products.

The operators were signing contracts for 2024 and beyond, so this was a key time to influence the addition of new tourism products to their programmes.

Karen van der Horst, Tourism Ireland’s manager for northern Europe, said they were delighted that 50 key Belgian and Dutch travel agents and tour operators took the time to come and meet with their partners from Ireland in Brussels and Amersfoort.

“Their participation is a strong indication that interest in visiting Ireland remains high in both Belgium and the Netherlands,” she said.

“Our B2B workshops provided a really valuable opportunity for our partners from Ireland to showcase their product.

“The aim was to highlight the many things to see and do in Ireland to the influential Belgian and Dutch travel professionals – encouraging them to introduce Ireland into their programmes for 2024 and beyond, or to extend the programmes in which Ireland already features.”

Met Éireann updates warning with flooding and travel disruption possible

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September 19, 2023

galway daily news Weather warning for heavy wind and rain to hit Galway

Met Éireann has updated its weather warning for Galway and other counties along the Atlantic coast, which is now in effect until tomorrow morning.

The forecasters say spells of rain will be heavy and persistent at times this evening and overnight, especially on hills and mountains.

The heavy downpours could lead to localised flooding and travel disruption in counties where the warning is in place.

Cavan, Clare, Cork, Donegal, Kerry, Leitrim, Limerick, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, and Tipperary are also affected by the warning, which came into effect at 5pm this afternoon.

The status yellow warning is set to be lifted at 6am on Wednesday morning.

g Hotel offers pink themed afternoon tea for Breast Cancer Awareness month

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September 19, 2023

galway daily news pink afternoon tea for breast cancer awareness at g hotel

The g Hotel in Galway is in the pink again for the full month of October as it hosts its annual Pink Ladies Afternoon Tea in support of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute.

To support the charity and help highlight the need for breast cancer research during Breast Cancer Awareness month, the g is offering a very special ‘PINK’ themed afternoon tea with a donation from each afternoon tea going to the National Breast Cancer Research Institute in Galway.

At the end of October, the g Hotel will match the amount donated by customers and present the full amount to the institute.

The Pink Afternoon Tea has delicious items on the menu including Smoked Salmon Tartare on Pink Loaf with Herb Cream Cheese; Galway Goats Cheese with Raspberry and Pink Peppercorns; Chicken & Beetroot Terrine on Poppy Brioche; Smoked Bacon & Red Cabbage Salad Sandwich for savouries followed by pink treats including Raspberry & Pistachio Battenburg; Rose & Caramel Chocolate s’more; Strawberry Choux and White Forest Gateau, all served with Ronnefeldt speciality teas and freshy roasted coffees.

Why not add a glass of Pink Taittinger Champagne and a further donation will be made to the Charity.

To book the Pink Ladies Afternoon Tea this October contact events@theghotel.ie

Based at the Lambe Institute the National Breast Cancer Research Institute is a national charity that funds a comprehensive research programme at the National University of Ireland, Galway lead by Professor Michael Karin.

In Ireland, 1 in 7 women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. It is the second most common cancer in Irish women in Ireland after skin cancer and the most common cancer in women over 50.

The role of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute is paramount, as its research can help to ascertain the causes and factors that influence breast cancer and therefore help to develop effective screening, treatments and medication to combat it.

For further information on the National Breast Cancer Research Institute visit www.breastcancerresearch.ie

Resurfacing works begin on the Castle Road in Kilcooley

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galway daily news castle road resurfacing works

Galway County Councillor Declan Kelly has welcomed works to resurface the road known as ‘the Castle Road’ in Kilcooley which began on Monday.

Along with anti-skid surfacing recently applied to the road past nearby Kilcooley School, Cllr Kelly said the resurfacing of the Castle Road will make a major difference to local residents.

The Independent councillor said the Castle Road in Kilcooley, named after the remains of the medieval castle along its route, is a road he knows very well as he lived and worked in this district for five years.

He said that the road has been in a bad state for years as it runs over boggy ground, causing it to sink at numerous points, and welcomed resurfacing works which commenced this week.

“It is also a very busy road as it connects the N65 with the roads to Woodford and to Tynagh,” he said.

“I’m especially pleased because in addition to anti-skid surfacing recently applied to the road past nearby Kilcooley School, the resurfacing of the Castle road will make a major difference to local residents.”

Cllr Kelly said that he is continuing to work with Jackie Flannery and Gavin Treacy of the Kilmeen Cross and N65 Action Group to ensure investment in these local roads to enhance safety for motorists.

“People pay their motor tax and they deserve properly maintained roads as they go about their daily work and business.”

What is the importance of backlinks to online casinos?

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September 19, 2023

There are many great Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies available that will help your online casino site gain traffic and engagement. One of the most effective ones include building backlinks, which are also known as inbound or incoming links.

Backlinks, also known as inbound or incoming links, are links that connect one website to another. These indicate that your content is worth linking to which is great for search engine rankings. Building high-quality backlinks is crucial to the long-term success of your website and can help improve search engine rankings and drive more traffic.

If you want to learn more about the importance of gambling backlinks, learn more about their importance here:

It helps build an online presence

Backlinks signal search engines that other websites consider your content relevant and valuable. Despite being a time-consuming process, it’s a great investment for the long-term success of your online casino site.

The more high-quality backlinks you have, the more authority and credibility your website will have in the eyes of search engines like Google. This, in turn, can improve your search engine rankings, drive more traffic to your site, and ultimately help build your online presence.

Builds brand recognition

When an online casino has remarkable backlinks, which may come in the form of blogs, people will realize how trustworthy it is. As it gains more support from numerous websites, its reputation grows. It could even persuade a number of partners and influencers to endorse the online casino once it has received support from a number of reliable publications.

Brings in consistent traffic

Besides helping your site build an online presence, they are also able to bring consistent traffic to your betting site. This recommendation may boost both search engine ranks and visitors from the referring website.

Instead of depending entirely on search engine traffic or paid adverts, you can bring a constant stream of visitors to your casino site by buying high-quality backlinks. With this, it is important to remember that not all backlinks are made equal. Purchasing low-quality ones will not benefit you and your site in any way.

It helps with SERP ranking

Backlinks play another important role in determining the ranking of your website on the Search Engine Ranking Page (SERP). To further highlight the importance of high-quality backlinks, they help your online casino site rank higher. Backlinks from authoritative and relevant websites in your niche carry more weight and can have a greater impact on your SERP ranking.

Makes online casinos trustworthy

An online casino site with multiple quality gambling backlinks is worthy of your patronage and trust. People will have more confidence in an online casino’s owner if they receive backlinks from reliable websites.

Going to an online casino is now a lot simpler than it was in the past since people tend to believe what they see on Google’s first page of results. Reliable websites connect back to the online casino, thus enhancing its standing as a platform to use with caution.

Over €155,000 awarded to community groups near Galway Wind Park

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September 19, 2023

galway daily news community groups near galway wind park receive 155,000 euro in funding

Over €155,000 has been awarded by SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables to a total of 151 community groups close to Galway Wind Park through the wind farm’s Local Community Fund.

Galway Wind Park, the largest in Ireland, can generate enough renewable energy to power almost 145,000 homes, while offsetting over 140,000 metric tonnes of harmful carbon emissions annually.

The Galway Wind Park Community Fund was launched in 2018 and is the largest annual fund of its kind in operation in the country.

The overall fund, which totals over €400,000 per annum, is made available to applications from local groups and individuals via its Local Community Fund, Major Projects Fund, and Scholarship Fund.

So far, approximately €2.4 million has been allocated to groups around the Wind Park, including schools, sports clubs and community centres.

One of this year’s successful applicants is the Corribdale Grounds Committee which received funding towards repairing the children’s playground equipment in Corribdale Grounds.

Gerry Gibbons, Secretary for Corribdale Grounds Committee, said: “The playground at Corribdale Grounds was first opened in 2010 and has had basic maintenance works carried out on the equipment of the playground in the intervening years to ensure compliance for its Annual Safety Certification.

“The funding from the Galway Wind Park Local Community Fund will also us to replace worn playground equipment, ensuring a safe place for local children to play.”

Galway Local Community Fund recipients 2023

15th Galway Oughterard Scouts		Moycullen Active Retirement
Baboró Galway International Children’s Festival		Moycullen Angling Club
Bearna na Forbacha Aontaithe Teoranta		Moycullen N.S. Scoil Mhuire
Beile Blasta Maigh Cuilinn		Naíonra an Chnoic, Tír an Fhia
Carroe Judo Club		Newtown National School Moycullen
Clan Resource Centre Oughterard Clg Men’s Shed		Oughterard Boxing Club
Clann Community Garden		Oughterard Bridge Club
Coiste an Chillin		Oughterard Community First Responders
Coiste Páirc Spraoi Leitir Móir		Oughterard Golf Club
Coláiste Cholmcille		Oughterard Meals on Wheels
Comharchumann Shailearna Teo		Oughterard Parent & Toddler Group
Corrib Athletic		Oughterard Senior Citizens
Corrib Basketball Club		Oughterard Show Society Company Ltd.
Corrib Computer Training		Parents’ Association Scoil Muire Doireglinne
Corribdale Grounds Committee Ltd.		Platform Youth Club
Cumann Iománaíochta Mhaigh Cuilinn		Riding for Disabled Ireland – Galway Branch
Cumann Na Peil mBan Maigh Cuillinn		Rosscahill ICA
Domestic Violence Response Galway Ltd		Rosscahill Tidy Towns
Doon East Enhancement Committee		Scoil Naisiúnta Colmcille Leitir Moir
Forum Connemara CLG		Sonas Senior Citizens
FPMC Plean Teanga		Tar Isteach Playground
Galway Mountain Rescue		Timpeallacht Nadurtha
Horse Connects Enterprise Ltd		Tooreeny National School
Kilcummin Church Oughterard		Tullyokyne National School
Marginalised Residents of Doon East		Youth Café Clann Resource
Mensshed Dúiche Sheoige

Funding awarded for flood mitigation works in Monivea

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September 19, 2023

Galway Daily news Funding awarded for flood mitigation works in Monivea

Funding has been allocated for the installation and construction of minor flood mitigation works in Monivea.

Minister of State Patrick O’Donovan has announced the approval of Galway County Council’s applications for funding under the Office of Public Works’ Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme.

Under this scheme, the council has been awarded €24,750 for flood mitigation works at Caherglass, Monivea.

The proposed works will consist of the installation of 300m of 450mm diameter drainage pipe into nearby drain, cleaning the existing drain, and installing earth embankment at rear of properties.

The Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme was introduced by the Office of Public Works in 2009.

Since then, 249 funding applications by Galway County Council have been supported under this scheme.

Under the scheme, applications are considered for projects that are estimated to cost not more than €750,000.

Most recently, the county council received €54,000 in August for the installation of a new 450 mm diameter concrete pipe crossing road with headwall and non-return valves at Moneen, Tuam.

A further €45,000 was awarded for a Hydrological Study of the Clarin River Basin area as well as €19,800 in funding to install flap valves on 2 no. pipes and construct a 510 m³ retaining pond at Dunmore Golf Club.

New Menopause Clinic opens in Galway City

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September 19, 2023

Galway Daily news Plans submitted for new Galway City Primary Care Centre

A new menopause clinic has opened on the east side of Galway City to help women with this often misunderstood period of their lives.

The Misneach Menopause Clinic led by Dr Marina Curran has opened at the Galway Clinic in Doughiska.

Since December 2022, Dr Curran has been serving as the GP Specialist Clinical Lead in the Complex Menopause Clinic at University Hospital Galway.

Having looked after over 130 patients to date, she has witnessed the transformative impact of specialised care on women’s lives.

Findings from the Government’s Women’s Health Taskforce found that menopause emerged as an area where many Irish women feel a “sense of loneliness and isolation”.

For many women the topic of menopause “felt secretive and closed”, with a lack of communication “contributing to taboo or stigma” surrounding this life event.

Dr Curran believes women want to see change and improvements to their experiences of healthcare, particularly in relation to perimenopause and the transition to menopause.

Discussing the opening of the clinic, Dr Curran said that she has been working with menopausal women for some time, and having undertaken specialist training, understands that women’s needs in this time are not always being addressed.

“I want the Misneach Menopause Clinic to be a place where women can come and work with me to find the solutions that fit them best during this transitional time.”

“There have been huge developments in the methods and treatments for menopause so it’s a very exciting time to open this clinic.”

Dr Marina Curran is a qualified GP who has additionally completed the Principles and Practice of Menopause Care Course, and continues to undergo specialised training with the British Menopause Society.

“We know that half of our population will experience menopause and the rest will know someone going through it so educating and bringing awareness to the subject is very valuable.”

Contract signed on North Galway social housing project

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September 19, 2023

Galway County Council has signed the contract for the construction of a social housing project at Ballymoe in the north of the county.

Finn Construction Ltd will be responsible for the construction of eight social houses at Durrow and Ballghymurray, Ballymoe.

Planning was granted in July 2022 for the estate consisting of 2 two-bed bungalows and 6 two-bed, two-storey houses.

Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council Cllr Liam Caroll said that it is great to see the council’s own build programme progressing.

This will deliver “high-quality, energy efficient housing across the county” Cllr Caroll added.

Chief Executive of the County Council Liam Conneally said that it is exciting to see a wide range of projects providing much needed homes in rural towns and villages.

Sing for the Autumn with Galway Choral Association

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September 19, 2023

join-a-serious-galway-city-choir-looking-for-members-2023 — Galway Choral Association presents the proceeds of their summer concert to Claddagh Watch Patrol. L-R: Michael O’Hare and Craig Steven, GCA; Arthur Carr, Claddagh Watch, Tony Roe, Mary Curtin, GCA.

Sing for the changing of the seasons alongside a choir full of like minded music lovers with Galway Choral Association.

The Galway Choral Association is looking to hear from anyone who loves singing and wants a challenge as they recruit for the new season.

The Association is a mixed-voice community choir and has vacancies for men and women who want to sing fabulous music from the classical choral repertoire.

With the season starting in mid-September, the choir is working towards a performance of Rossini’s ‘’Petite Messe Solennelle’’ in early 2024, under the direction of Dr Darina McCarthy.

Former members, people who want to return to choral singing, and those who want to step up to the challenge of singing four-part harmony in a classical work are all welcome.

“Singing with a group is great for health and well-being, says chairperson Tony Roe. “Participation in choral singing provides great personal satisfaction as well as the opportunity to develop your singing talent.”

“Choral experience and ability to read music are helpful, but not necessary. New members often include people who last sang with a choir years ago, but we welcome all adult singers.”

Tony added that as a well established organisation, the Galway Choral Association has strong ties to the community, including charitable organisations, and the expertise to put on major shows.

“As a choir we aim to achieve a standard of excellence in choral singing and work with accomplished musicians while providing high quality musical education for members and raising funds for local charities.”

Founded in 1998 as a boy’s choir, it quickly grew to accept adult male singers the following years, and girls and ladies choirs in the years 2000 and 2001.

Now a quarter century old, the most recent summer concert raised €2,000 for the lifesaving Claddagh Watch Patrol organisation.

“I’m delighted to be doing the ’Petite Messe Solennelle” said Dr Darina McCarthy of the coming season. “It was composed in 1863, just over 30 years after Rossini wrote his last opera, and is a heartfelt work which shows his extraordinary compositional capabilities.”

“It is full of drama, pathos, colour and intensity. This Latin text Mass setting is accompanied by the unusual combination of two pianos and a harmonium.”

The new season starts in September 2023. The choir rehearses on Sunday from 7:30 – 9:30 pm in St. Patrick’s Band Hall, from September to June.

New members are accepted in September and February. Prospective members may attend three rehearsals, to see if it’s the right choir for them.

For more information, see www.GalwayChoral.ie or www.facebook.com/GalwayChoralAssociation/, or email admin@galwaychoral.ie.

Help make an incredible experience for children volunteering with Baboró

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September 19, 2023

Baboró International Arts Festival for Children is looking for volunteers to help bring its wonderful programme to life next month.

Come October, Baboró will delight children of all ages with an incredible array of theatre, dance, art and more, and it takes a lot of hands to ensure that all of these visitors to Galway get the best possible experience.

Since Baboró’s foundation in 1997, volunteers have helped to inspire children to engage with the world through their experience of the arts.

Now in its 27th year, the annual festival reaches thousands of children across the city and county.

Volunteers are invited to apply for this year’s festival, taking place from 13 – 22 October, 2023. Volunteers will be based in different venues throughout the city, helping to create a positive Baboró experience for audiences.

Volunteering during the festival is also a wonderful way to meet a great bunch of people, with many returning to volunteer year after year.

For more information on volunteering, contact the Baboró’s Festival Team Coordinator, Elena, at team@baboro.ie. or at www.baboro.ie.

Playful and Thought Provoking Programme

The 2023 Baboró programme promises to provide a magical experience for children of all ages and interests, along with their families.

Highlights include Druid Lane, a sensory experience for babies and their grown-ups, full of visual poetry, live music, and movement.

In this gentle interactive performance, the audience is invited to explore the universe in order to find their place in it. People and objects are in constant motion as they seek balance and harmony amongst the chaos.

Back on campus at the University of Galway, an immersive, multi-sensory dance theatre performance titled ‘Making Waves’ has been made especially for children aged 8-13 years with mild to complex needs.

The audience members are seated in pods representing boats on stage, which enables everyone to become part of the adventure. This performance is non verbal and suitable for wheelchair users.

Have you ever wondered how your child sees you? Well, the answer might lie within the ‘I See You Like This’ exhibition.

With our ever-growing appetite to document our lives through photos and selfies, children are often the reluctant subjects of adults’ cameras – asked to smile, look natural and come in closer.

In I See You Like This, Australian artist Jessica Wilson, flips the camera around giving the children control while their significant adults become their subjects.

Those are just a few of the many, many incredible events coming to like in the 2023 Baboró Children’s Arts Festival.

Public invited to talk on connections between Seán O’Casey and Liam O’Flaherty

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September 18, 2023