Baboró launches 2022 programme for triumphant return

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September 7, 2022

The search for a missing Galway man has been stood down following the discovery of a body yesterday.

Alan Healy (50) had been reported missing from his home in Loughrea since last week.

Gardaí have said that the search has now been called off following the discovery of a body in Loughrea on Tuesday, September 6.

No further information is available at this time.

Gardaí thanked the public for their assistance in this matter.

INMO says nurses and midwives’ wellbeing must be Budget priority

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September 7, 2022

The INMO has called for the health, safety and wellbeing of nurses and midwives to be at the forefront of Budget 2023.

The union, which represents 42,000 nurses and midwives, has said that urgent action must be taken to tackle years of under-funding, under-staffing and under-resourcing exposed by the pandemic.

The INMO’s pre-Budget submission includes the implementation of the Report of the Expert Review Body on Nursing and Midwifery, and all nurse staffing to be underpinned by the Framework Model for Safe Nurse Staffing and Skill Mix.

They are calling for the Framework to be funded, underpinned by legislation and expanded across the health service.

The submission also calls for recommendations of the Health Service Capacity Review to be implemented, and bed occupancy reduced to 85%.

The INMO wants Sláintecare to deliver a universally accessible health care service for all, which is enshrined in legislation, and called for clarification on the long-term future of Sláintecare.

Other demands include zero tolerance for overcrowding, and for funding to establish a health service division within the HSA to ensure adequate protections for nurses, midwives and other healthcare workers in response to the increase in workplace assaults, burnout and occupational infections.

INMO General Secretary, Phil Ní Sheaghdha, said that since the Dáil broke up for its summer recess, 11,275 people have been without a bed in Irish hospitals.

She said that unless there is meaningful action on staffing, bed capacity and using the capacity of private hospitals, we are in for an extremely bleak winter.

“The Minister for Health must prioritise the publication and actioning of a fully funded winter capacity plan in tandem with Budget 2023.

“Many healthcare workers have been infected, are now getting re-infected and suffering from long COVID, without adequate response from the Government.

“Government must prioritise an occupational injury scheme for nurses and midwives with long COVID, and introduce robust screening, ventilation to ensure clean air, and infection control measures across the health service and society.”

August sees increase of over 300 people on Live Register in West

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September 6, 2022

There was an increase of 306 people on the Live Register in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon in August compared to July.

CSO figures show that 18,680 people were on the Live Register in the West region last month compared to 18,374 in July.

Nationally, 197,125 people were on the Live Register in August, of whom 99,036 were males (50.2%) and 98,089 were females (49.8%).

Of those on the register last month, 10.8% were under 25 years of age.

There were 11,851 people benefitting from the EU’s Temporary Protection Directive included in the Live Register figures for August, an increase of 1,909 from July.

The total number of people on the Live Register across the State is 17,364 higher than last year.

Rahoon graveyard mass to take place on Sunday

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September 6, 2022

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Rahoon Cemetery Sunday will take place on September 11, with mass at 3pm.

Due to space restrictions, only vehicles carrying persons with restricted mobility or displaying a Disabled Person’s Parking Card or Permit will be permitted access to the cemetery grounds.

People are reminded that the gates will close to all traffic at 2pm sharp for traffic management purposes.

To allow for pedestrians to exit first, vehicles will not be permitted to leave the cemetery for 30 minutes following the Mass.

The cemetery mass will be streamed live via http://studiorove.ie/graveyardmass/

Galway Simon reveals worrying increase in demand for services

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September 6, 2022

Galway daily news galway simon community reports rise in demand — Karen Feeney, Galway Simon Community, Karen Golden, CEO Galway Simon Community and Joe O'Brien TD, Minister of State for Community Development and Charities. Photo: Murt Fahy

Galway Simon Community supported more people last year than ever before, with a 26% in the number of households supported compared to 2020.

The charity’s 2021 Annual Impact Report shows that it supported 814 unique households, this included 246 families, with 563 children.

Galway Simon’s CEO Karen Golden revealed the increased demand on services, as well as the charity’s focus on providing solutions to those facing homelessness in the local community.

She welcomed the 364 new social homes delivered across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon in 2021, but said that demand continues to far outstrip supply with 4,052 households on the social housing waiting lists.

She also highlighted that rents continue to increase, and as more landlords are exiting the rental market, there are fewer properties available to rent.

In total, the charity supported 1,511 people across its homelessness prevention and housing services last year.

“Our teams are more stretched than ever before, but we continue to do all that we can to support people for as long as they need us,” said Karen.

“In 2021, we provided supports to rough sleepers and 4,745 emergency bed nights. We established new Housing First tenancies in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. We extended the residential places in our Youth Service from 8 to 12, and acquired our first properties to provide tenancies for care leavers.

“Over 90% of those who accessed our City Prevention Service did not enter Emergency Accommodation. 37,084 meals were provided across our Services.”

Karen acknowledged the incredible support that was provided by the charity’s funders, donors and supporters in 2021.

She also thanked the volunteers who made such an extraordinary contribution to Galway Simon Community’s work over the last year and who are an integral part of the community.

Launching Galway Simon’s 2021 Annual Impact Report, Minister of State, Joe O’Brien, said that the increase in homelessness seen in recent months is a serious concern for Government.

He said that increasing social housing and residential housing supply is key to eradicating homelessness.

“At the moment State investment of over €4 billion a year in housing is aimed at increasing supply and the Housing For All plan is beginning to take root and deliver improvements,” said Minister O’Brien.

“We in the Green Party have recently reiterated our call for the Right to Housing to be enshrined in the Constitution.

“We believe this will be an important step in ensuring that the rights of those in need of housing are front and centre when it comes to policymaking both now and into the future.”

He said that organisations such as Galway Simon Community provide a crucial service to those in housing insecurity or homelessness.

Closing out the annual report launch, Karen said that there is deep concern among Galway Simon’s teams about the winter ahead.

She said that the cost of living crisis is having a disproportionate impact on the most marginalised.

Karen called on the government to prioritise measures in the budget to mitigate the risks of food and fuel poverty, and the risks of homelessness, this Winter.

She also called on government departments to ensure homeless services are adequately funded, and that vital services that are providing supports to those at the sharpest edge of the current crises are protected.

To download Galway Simon Community’s 2021 Annual Impact Report, visit their website

TG4 series explores rural Connemara community

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September 6, 2022

Bailte Tír an Fhia- Bertie Ó Domhnaill, Mícheál Ó Domhnaill, Síle Nic Chonaonaigh

This Autumn, a new series of the award winning ‘Bailte’ returns with Síle Nic Chonaonaigh, exploring rural communities in Connemara and beyond.

Síle will be continuing her journey through the townlands of Ireland when Bailte returns to the air on Thursday, September 15 on TG4, with the first episode taking her to Tír an Fhia in Connemara.

With over 60,000 townlands in Ireland, they remain one of the pillars of modern Irish life.

On this journey Síle explores the resilience within our rural communities and reveals the deep connection people have with their townland and how local landscapes and traditions remain a constant influence on our daily lives.

The series celebrates hard working and vibrant communities that are working to ensure their community is more than just a mere layby and a pretty spot on the Wild Atlantic Way.

With the spectacular backdrop of rural Ireland and an honest telling of contemporary life ‘Bailte’ gives a distinctive portrayal of life in Ireland.

Each week we visit a different townland and community to learn what life is like for local people.

Some townlands Síle visits have hundreds of locals, while others have much fewer, while one townland we visit has just the one family.

As well as the many advantages of living in rural townlands, the series also shares the difficulties living in remote area, rural depopulation, lack of basic services, unemployment, and the uncertain futures of both the farming and the fishing industries.

The series finds the pulse of rural Ireland in 2022.

Among the townlands visited are Tír an Fhia in Co. Galway, Rann na Feirste in Co. Donegal, Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh in Cork, and An Baile Riabhach on the Dingle Peninsula.

Episode 1: Tír an Fhia

Tír an Fhia is a busy village of 200 people on Garmna nestled between Cuan Chill Chiaráin and Cuan an Fhir Mhóir in South Conamara.

Síle finds Tír an Fhia to be a welcoming confident village where old customs and traditions are still practised along with a positive outlook and understanding of what is required for a remote community to survive in modern day Ireland.

Síle meets with Antaine Ó Gríofa who, together with his wife and family, returned to Tír an Fhia from England in the 1990s and with Micheál Ó Domhnaill & Eibhlín Ní Chonghaile and their toddler as they begin family life in Tír an Fhia.

Episode 2: Rann na Feirste

Situated along the rugged Northwest coastline of Donegal lies the village of Rann na Feirste.

During her visit Síle Nic Chonaonaigh finds a lively, artistic and proud community steeped in literature, storytelling music and song.

She learns of the origins of the village when in 1736 the Mac Grianna brothers Seán and Pádraig purchased land here for £5 and of how these first settlers still influence the fortunes and lives of the local community to this day.

Episode 3: Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh

Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh is a charming village in the Shehy Mountains along the Cork and Kerry border.

It is one of the main villages in the Múscraí Gaeltacht and comprises of two separate townlands, Drom an Ailigh and An Chill Mhór.

During Síle’s time in Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh she sees the inspiring ways the local community stand by one another.

She is also given an insight into the wealth of music and song in the area which is going from strength to strength with each generation.

Episode 4: An Baile Riabhach

An Baile Riabhach is located a few miles west of An Daingean in West Kerry.

In one way, it is a relatively new townland, as the current occupants are descendants of the families that moved into the village through the land commission’s schemes of the 1950s following the departure of the landlords.

But of course, people lived there long before that, and the archaeological ruins of Teampall Mancháin, also known as An Teampall Geal, are the focal point for the traditional patron festival.

The local community still celebrates the patron festival with a dawn Mass on Easter Sunday, as Síle witnesses on her visit to this vibrant, welcoming, and rich community.

Dementia support initiative launched at Portiuncula Hospital

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September 6, 2022

galway daily news seo is mise iniative launch at portiuncula hospital

Portiuncula University Hospital has launched a quality improvement initiative with support from the National Dementia Office called Seo Is Mise – This is Me.

The initiative was developed by the Occupational Therapy and Medical Social Work Departments at the hospital and includes a Dementia Resource Pack designed to empower patients and families to make effective decisions and choices about their future care.

The four medical and surgical wards at the hospital will also have access to a Dementia Activity Box suited to individuals requiring stimulation with therapeutic intervention.

Siobhan Coen, Occupational Therapist at Portiuncula University Hospital, said that approximately one in three patients aged 70 and older admitted to Irish hospitals have dementia and this figure will increase annually as the population ages.

People living with dementia are among the most vulnerable patients in hospital as they are often older, frail, and very prone to delirium, falls, pressure ulcers, and malnutrition which are key safety issues in hospitals.

“Included in the information pack is the ‘Seo Is Mise – This is Me’ booklet containing information for service users and their families on the availability of support services in Ballinasloe and surrounding areas,” said Siobhan Coen.

“It also includes the ‘Think Ahead’ form developed by the Irish Hospice Foundation which encourages service users and their families to discuss and record their wishes in regard to all aspects of their future care.”

Another part of the initiative is the introduction of a Dementia Activity Box to enhance the patient’s experience at the hospital.

Speaking about the importance of the box, Siobhan Coen said it aims to promote a more cognitively stimulating environment for our patients with dementia.

The Dementia Activity Box is equipped with a variety of both traditional and new technology products such as jigsaws, conversation balls and iPads which will be used to cognitively stimulate patients and hopefully better build relationships among staff and their patients.

These products are evidence-based to facilitate engaging conversations, stimulate senses and promote reminiscence between patients with dementia, staff and carers.

“It will support optimum health and wellbeing during the patient’s hospital stay and help reduce the anxiety and confusion that can occur whilst in an unfamiliar hospital environment,” she said.

Students fares slashed by 50% for private bus companies

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September 6, 2022

Galway Daily news Students get 50% fare cut for private bus companies

Young people and students can now benefit from a 50% discount for Leap Card fares on many private bus companies.

The government has announced that as of this week, the Young Adult Card and Student Leap Card fare initiative is being extended to the commercial bus sector.

This follows on from a 50% discount for young people using subsidised public transport announced back in May.

There are approximately 30 bus companies participating in the scheme, including GoBus, Expressway, and City Link, who run many intercity journeys from Galway.

It also includes City Direct, which is a major provider of public transport within Galway City.

Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan said that this is good news for young commuters, and timely with colleges, apprenticeships, and training courses starting back up.

He added that initiatives like these are, “firstly putting money back into people’s pockets, and secondly, are helping us reduce our emissions from transport because more people are choosing public and shared transport.”

“We have seen a marked increase in public transport usage in recent months following the introduction of these fare initiatives, with the travelling public recognising the real value for money that these services provide.”

“I’m delighted that the Young Adult Card fare is now being extended to the many commercial bus operators across the country who have chosen to participate in the Scheme.”

The Young Adult Leap Card is available to all 19 to 23 year olds right up to their 24th birthday.

The Student Leap Card remains available to students in full-time education who are 24 years old and above.

This discount scheme is being funded by the Exchequer via the National Transport Authority.

The 50% discount is applied against the equivalent adult far for the journey.

Anne Graham, CEO of the NTA said, “Value for money is not the only factor that gets people on to public transport, but it is an important one.

“We do know that cutting fares to such an extent and expanding services where people can avail of these discounts, will make public transport more attractive to more young adults.”

“We look forward to seeing more young adults using public transport to get to work or college or just when getting out and about with their friends and family.”

Salthill cleans up in latest coastal Litter survey

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September 6, 2022

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Salthill Beach and Dog’s Bay cleaned up, but Lough Rea was still a black spot in the latest annual litter survey of Irish coasts and waterways.

The annual IBAL survey of beaches and harbours found that just eight of the 33 surveyed were deemed ‘Clean to European Norms’.

This was a success for Salthill Beach, which climbed to Clean status after being deemed ‘Littered’ in the latest survey published in July 2021.

The report by Irish Businesses Against Litter singled out Salthill for its significant improvement over the past year, in contrast to many areas which deteriorated.

Dog’s Bay in Connemara also saw a moderate improvement, moving up from ‘Littered’ in 2021 to ‘Moderately Littered’ this year.

Lough Rea, however, continues to languish in the Littered list, along with five other areas in Cork, Kerry, and Donegal.

Unsurprisingly there was a fall-off in Covid masks and gloves found, but also in alcohol-related litter which was linked to lockdown.

Coffee cups remained a significant litter item, however, present in half of the areas surveyed.

The most common forms of litter found by the assessors were cigarette butts, sweet wrappers and plastic bottles.

“Every day it seems we hear more of the dire consequences which marine litter, much of it plastic, holds for our planet,“ adds Mr Horgan.

“We need to impress on people that simple individual actions such as discarding a coffee cup – or even a cigarette butt – have implications which stretch beyond the local environment.”

With 10 million tonnes of plastic ending up in our oceans each year, it is estimated that there will be more plastic than fish in our oceans within 30 years.

U20 Hurling & Junior Football Club Finals: fixtures and tickets

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September 6, 2022

Galway Daily sport County senior hurling final replay - All you need to know

The U20 Hurling & Junior Football Club Championship finals will both take place this week, with games on Wednesday & Friday.

Craughwell will play Cappataggle in the A1 final this Wednesday, while Ardrahan will face off against Ballinderreen in the B1 final that same day.

Tickets for the finals cost €10, with U16s going free, and can be purchased online here and here respectively.

The A1 Final will take place at Duggan Park, Ballinasloe at 7:30pm, with the B1 Final starting earlier, at 6pm in Kilbeacanty.

The Junior Football Club Championship finals will follow later in the week on Friday, September 9.

First up, Caltra will play Mountbellew-Moylough in the C North final, while Spiddal will play Loughrea in the B final, and up last will be St Michaels’ v Tuam Stars in thr A final.

The C North final will take place in Menlough at 6:30pm on Friday, with the B final on at the same time in Tuam Stadium, and the A final will be on at 8pm that evening in Duggan Park.

Tickets for the A final can be bought here, the B final here, and the C North final here.

One man arrested over cash, drugs & weapons seizure

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September 6, 2022

Galway Daily news One man arrested over cash, drugs & weapons seizure

One man was arrested with the seizure of over €56,000 in cash & drugs, along with weapons including knives and fake guns on Monday.

Gardaí in Mayo searched a number of properties in Castlebar, Co Mayo on Monday, as part of ongoing investigations.

During the searches, they seized €48,000 in cash along with quantities of cocaine and cannabis worth in excess of €9,000, pending analysis.

Other drugs paraphernalia and electronic devices were also seized in the search, as were multiple weapons.

They included several knives and bladed weapons, brass knuckles, and imitation guns.

One male, aged in his 40s, was arrested as part of this investigation. He is currently detained for questioning at Castlebar Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

Gardaí say that the drugs and items will be sent for analysis, and that the investigation is ongoing.

Galway weather: Unsettled few days ahead but sunshine to return

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September 5, 2022

Galway Daily weather Weather warning for heavy rain and possible flooding now in effect

Met Éireann has extended a weather advisory until 7pm on Wednesday with heavy showers forecast for much of the country over the coming days.

There will be further spells of heavy rain or showers, possibly causing disruption.

The advisory, which is a level below a yellow weather warning, is for all counties in the Republic.

But there is also some sunshine on the way for much of the country in the second half of the week.

Good spells of warm sunshine are forecast on Thursday along with scattered showers. These showers will be heavy in places with a possibility of thunder.

Maximum temperatures will be 17 to 20 degrees in light to moderate northerly breezes.

Friday looks set to be another bright day with temperatures in the high teens and early 20s.

Met Éireann says that indications suggest the weekend will bring plenty of dry weather with just a few showers.

People over 65 urged to ask doctor for annual stethoscope check

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September 5, 2022

Galway Daily news Galway man tells harrowing tale of heart transplant and recovery

Irish heart and stroke charity Croí is reminding all adults over the age of 65 years to ask their doctor for an annual stethoscope check.

The call comes in advance of International Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week from 12 to 18 September, which aims to improve diagnosis, treatment and management of heart valve disease.

Heart valve disease occurs when valves in the heart are damaged or not working properly, and despite this being a serious condition it is treatable.

As we age, symptoms like breathlessness, fatigue and dizziness could be signs of heart valve disease, and sometimes go undetected.

Regular checks for a heart murmur using a stethoscope could be the first step in the detection of heart valve disease. People experiencing these symptoms should ask their doctor for a stethoscope check.

Heart valve disease is common, serious, but treatable. Statistics show that one in eight people (13%) over the age of 75 are thought to suffer from moderate to severe heart valve disease, which can lead to premature death if left untreated.

Across the week, Croí will be hosting various events including free stethoscope checks to raise awareness of heart valve disease. In addition, a special webinar will take place on September 15 with expert speakers on heart valve disease.

The webinar will discuss the early signs and symptoms of heart valve disease and members of the public will have the opportunity to put their questions to Ms Sarah Early, Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at St James’s Hospital in Dublin and a patient who is living with heart valve disease.

Speaking today, Croí CEO Neil Johnson said that the prevalence of heart valve disease is increasing due to our ageing population and that it has been described as ‘the next cardiac epidemic’.

He said that to address this, an annual stethoscope check needs to become a matter of routine for everyone over 65 years of age and particularly for anyone who is experiencing symptoms of heart valve disease.

“As we get older our heart often tries to send us a message and it is so important that we listen to it. Symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness or dizziness can all be signs of heart valve disease and can often go undetected.

“If you’re experiencing these symptoms, you need to ask your doctor for a stethoscope check, and if you are over 65 years old, having an annual stethoscope check could be the first step in the detection of heart valve disease.”

Neil Johnson said their research indicates that most people over 65 years in Ireland are not having regular stethoscope checks when they attend their GP.

“Even if symptoms are not present, an annual stethoscope for over 65s is a matter of good heart health routine,” he said.

Learn more and register now for the Croí webinar on heart valve disease – www.croi.ie/valveweek

University of Galway SU launches Refreshers Fair

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September 5, 2022

galway daily news SU Launch Refreshers Fair — PICTURED (Left to Right): Imogen O’Flaherty Falconer, Sai Gujulla, Joe Mee and Barry Ó Siochrú (University of Galway Students’ Union)

University of Galway Students’ Union has today launched its Refreshers Fair which will take place on campus next Tuesday, 13 September from 11am to 4pm.

The event is set to welcome students back to campus with a range of fun activities, freebies and prizes.

There will be food stalls from the Galway Market traders as well as a vintage clothing pop up shop, and the SU will also be distributing their ‘Rudaí Áille’ reusable tote bags full of freebies and information for students.

There will be inflatable games and lots of offers, prizes and surprises from student friendly businesses from Galway and beyond.

They will also be hosting the ever popular SU Outdoor Cinema on Monday 12 September.

Students’ Union President Sai Gujulla said: “We wanted to give returning University of Galway students a big welcome back to campus with a Refreshers Fair to make up for the two years of Freshers’ Fairs lost to Covid.

“We also have lots of events planned for our new First Year students later this month.”

Students’ Union Vice President/Welfare and Equality Officer Imogen O’Flaherty Falconer said that the event is a great chance for our students to meet each other in person, make friends, have some fun and get to know campus again.

“We are again focussing on sustainability with our Rudaí Áille reusable tote bags and the vintage clothing pop up shop.”

Community health care workers going on strike in Galway

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September 5, 2022

Galway Daily news community disability services strike

Community sector workers in Galway will be holding a one day strike later this month over pay and conditions.

Fórsa trade union has said that the one day protest will take place at Ability West and Western Care on Thursday, September 22, as part of the ICTU-led Valuing Care, Valuing Community campaign.

Other coordinated strike action by SIPTU and INMO members will take place in Cork, Mayo and Donegal on Wednesday & Thursday, September 21 – 22.

Fórsa national secretary Ashley Connolly said, “Government is failing to grasp the link between its chronic underfunding of the services we’re talking about and the failure to meet the HSE’s recruitment targets in, for example, disability services.

She said that the HSE has acknowledged difficulties in meeting targets for disability services nationwide.

Staffing problems contribute to growing waiting lists and issues with delivering services, Ashley added.

“The HSE leans heavily on the community and voluntary sector to deliver these services.”

“These are the same organisations struggling to attract enough qualified and experienced staff in a very tight labour market.”

“Why? Because they can get better paid work elsewhere.”

“The high level of staff turnover drives up HR and related recruitment costs.”

“The failure to fund the services adequately has led directly to shortfalls in services, growing waiting lists and an intolerable burden placed on nursing and other care staff in the sector.”

Last month saw Fórsa commununity and voluntary sector workers hold a rally in Galway City on Saturday, August 27 as part of the F’und us fairly, pay us right’ campaign.

Month long closure of city centre street

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September 5, 2022

A street in Galway City Centre will be closing for a month while the new pedestrian bridge is being built.

The City Council has made an order for the closure of Newtownsmith from its junction with the R863 to the entrance to the Mercy Convent carpark.

The road will be closed from 6pm on Friday, September 23 until 12am on Friday, October 28.

This is to allow construction work to take place on the new Salmon Weir Pedestrian and Cycling bridge.

Upgrade works will also be carried out on the Newtownsmith carriageway during this time.

Temporary diversion routes will be in place via Mary Street (L-5096) and St. Francis Street (R866)

Enabling works by the river bank have already been carried out in recent months ahead of the main build.

Plans for the new pedestrian bridge were approved by An Bord Pleanála last year, and the first sod was turned back in April.

The bridge, which comes in three spans, will cross three waterways: Persse’s Distillery River (formally called Mill Race), the Lower River Corrib and Friar’s River (formerly called Waterside canal).

The three spans will be roughly 10m, 55m and 15m in length respectively.

The City Council secured €3.5 million funding for the project from the European Regional Development Fund back in 2019, with matched funding from the National Transport Authority.

Plans for Spiddal housing development

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September 5, 2022

Planning permission is being sought for a housing estate on the north side of Spiddal village.

Hyman Properties Ltd have submitted plans to Galway County Council to build 15 houses on the Baile Árd road.

The eight semi-detached and seven terraced houses would be built at the existing Ard na Speire development.

In order to comply with Part V planning law requirements, the developer proposes to transfer two semi-detached houses to the county council for social or affordable housing.

Other works will include green areas at either end of the site, along with car and bicycle parking.

Galway County Council is due to make a decision on this planning application by October 5 of this year.

Garda appeal for missing 50 year old man

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September 5, 2022

Gardaí have made a public appeal for help locating a man missing from Loughrea since last week.

Alan Kelly (50) has been missing from his home in Loughrea since the afternoon of Thursday, September 1.

Alan is described as being 5 foot 8 inches tall with a stocky build. He has mid-length brown hair, a beard and brown eyes.

It is not known what Alan was wearing at the time he went missing.

Gardaí and Alan’s family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with any information on Alan’s whereabouts are asked to contact Loughrea Garda Station on 091 842 870, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

Galway County Council shortlisted for two Local Government Awards

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September 5, 2022