Irish Water needs to improve communication on outages City Cllr says

-

June 22, 2022

Galway Daily news Man arrested over €33,000 cannabis seizure

One man has been arrested in connection with the seizure of more than €30,000 worth of cannabis in Galway on Tuesday.

Gardaí with the Galway Divisional Drugs Unit carried out a search at a home in the Milltown area yesterday evening.

During the course of the search they found cannabis plants worth €22,000, along with a quantity of Cannabis herb valued at €11,000.

A man in his 30’s was arrested at the scene and detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 for questioning at the North Western Regional HQ.

He has since been released without charge and a file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

County Council holding Climate Awareness Day

By

-

June 22, 2022

Galway Daily news Community Climate Action public information evenings in Galway City

Galway County Council is holding a series of events for a Climate Awareness Day at County Hall today.

The day will see a series of events on topics such as home energy improvements, electric vehicles, protecting biodiversity, and other climate actions people can take.

The Climate Awareness event will run from 10:30am to 2:30pm on Wednesday at Arás an Chontae, Prospect Hill.

Among the events on today will be:

See a working example of an Air to Water Heat Pump
Learn about the council’s Housing Retrofit, Lighting, Active Travel, and Community programmes
Take an Electric Vehicle for a test drive (bring your licence)
Learn about the importance of Biodiversity, and how to protect it
Get advice on Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grants and Deep Energy Retrofits. (Bring heating bills)
Learn to reduce your Waste and Carbon Footprint

Joe Joyce excited to represent Galway roots with Connacht

By

-

June 21, 2022

Galway Daily sport Connacht squad named for Edinburgh trip — photo credit: ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy

The Bristol Bears Joe Joyce has said that he is “very excited” to be joining Connacht, and the opportunity to represent his Galway roots.

Connacht Rugby announced that the 28 year old forward will be joining the province for the start of the 2023/24 season.

Joyce will first complete his 11th season with Bristol, where he has already made over 150 appearances, and had a distinguished and very popular career.

Head Coach Andy Friend said that they are thrilled that Joyce will be making the Sportsground his new home.

“Whilst we know his arrival is still 12 months away, we are already excited by the prospect of what he will bring to Connacht Rugby and his signing represents a key addition to the squad we are looking to build.”

“Joe is a big physical lock, with excellent athletic and footballing ability and so he is a great fit for how we want play.”

“Off the pitch Joe is also the type of player who understands the importance of community and I have no doubt he will make a positive impact in that area, something we as a club place a significant value on.”

In 2017/2018 Joyce was named the Bristol Bears Player of the Season, when he played a leading role in his hometown club’s promotion back to the top flight.

While Joyce has consistently been one of the Bears’ best performers over the last number of years, the 2021/22 season has arguably been his best yet.

Acting as Captain for parts of the campaign, Joyce’s huge contribution both on and off the pitch was recognised when he was named the club’s Forward of the Season, Team Man of the Season and Supporters’ Player of the Season.

The 28 year old is extremely proud of his heritage in the region. His grandparents hail hail from Clonbur here in Galway.

“After many years representing my hometown club I’m very excited about the opportunity to represent my Irish roots and my family name.”

“I’ve been to the West of Ireland and The Sportsground on many occasions to visit family and as a supporter, and I can’t wait to make an impact on and off the field in the province as a Connacht player and make my family proud.”

“After speaking to the coaches, Tim and Willie I’m very excited about the future of Connacht Rugby and can’t wait to be a part of it.”

Extravagant preview of this year’s Galway Races Ladies day

By

-

June 21, 2022

Galway Daily fashion Extravagant preview of this year's Galway Races Ladies day

The Galway Races promise to be back with a flourish this summer, and we recently got a preview of the stylish extravaganza expected this year.

The Connacht Hospitality Group, sponsors of this year’s Ladies Day, couldn’t wait for July, and kicked off the festival of fashion with a night of elegance at the Hyde Bar.

The afternoon fashion showcase was a look at some of the latest looks in Brown Thomas Galway.

Ladies Day Head judge for this year Mandy Maher was joined by fellow judge Kieran O Malley hosting the event. which was attended by a number of well-known fashionistas such as Grainne Seoige, Jennifer Wrynne, Niamh O Donavan, Pam Richardson and many more.

Extravagant preview of this year's Galway Races Ladies day — Kieran O’Malley and Mandy Maher

Kieran O’Malley, who is in PR & Digital Marketing for the Connacht Hospitality Group, and of course, the famed Galway Player, said that the style on display was stunning.

“So many fabulous pieces that would definitely turn heads in Ballybrit,” he enthused. “There was a mix of vibrant colours and some classic cuts, the outfits were fun and elegant, the perfect combination for a days racing.”

Jekyll at Hyde has very quickly become recognised as the most photogenic bar space in the city with a whole host of companies using it as a location for photoshoots such as Harper, Or Jewelry and Carraig Donn to name but a few.

Hyde Bar will be the place to be seen this race week with lots of fantastic entertainment lined up for the week including The Ladies Day After party featuring Sax Appeal.

This fashion show was the first of a number of fashion shows taking place in Galway ahead of the races next month, whetting people’s appetites for the socialising, and strutting their stuff.

1 of 3

This will be be the first proper Galway Races to take place since 2019, after two years behind closed doors, and Kieran said that he’s counting down the days.

“The style will be out of this world but what I’m most looking forward to is meeting up with old friends again, that for me is the best part of the festival.”

The Connacht Hospitality Group have come on board as the sponsors of this year’s Ladies Day Best Dressed competition with a prize fund of €13,000.

This includes €10,000 cash for the Best Dressed Prize and €3,000 for the Best Hat.

Mandy Maher and Kieran will have the tough job of picking out the winners from what’s sure to be a spectacular display, as people pull out all the stops for the summer festival.

“It’s hard to say but we are looking for something classic and chic,” Kieran explained, adding, “for me its someone who has put a lot of thought into their outfit, perhaps its upcycled or homemade.”

“I just expect to know when we see that one outfit. The style need to be elegant, classy and show personality for me.”

The 2022 Galway Races will welcome guest back at Ballybrit Racecourse from Monday, July 25, through to Sunday, July 31, with the world renowned Ladies Day taking place on the Thursday.

Sponsored Content

Council approves Headford residential development of 49 houses

By

-

June 21, 2022

Galway daily news Knocknacarra social housing

Galway County Council has given the green light for a residential development of 49 houses in Headford Town, also barring corporate buyers.

Planning permission has been granted to Callanan & Walsh Construction Co. Ltd for a housing estate at Eallagh, on the south side of Headford.

The housing in the new estate would comprise a mix of two and three bedroom bungalows, semi-detached houses, and terraced houses.

The original plans were for 56 homes, but these were amended in consultation with the council.

Condition No. 2 of planning permission also stipulated that a further four houses on the south east and north west corners of the site shall be removed in favour of open space.

Two new entry and exit points for pedestrians and vehicles would be created off the existing Eallagh estate access roads.

A landscaped open green area with a playground would be located in the centre of the new housing estate.

The estate will have 1.5 parking spaces per bungalow, and two parking spaces each for all of the other houses on their sites.

All told, Galway County Council attached 31 conditions to the planning permission for the housing estate.

Among those, the council said that all of the homes shall be reserved for individual buyers, barring corporate entities making bulk purchases.

Mitigation measures outlined in the road safety audit must be implemented, and a further audit carried out after the estate is completed.

The developer must also pay a contribution of €201,157.50 to the county council, towards the provision of public services in the area.

In-person public consultations on Galway-Oughterard Greenway

By

-

June 21, 2022

Galway Daily news In-person public consultations on Galway-Oughterard Greenway

A series of in-person public consultation events on the proposed Galway to Oughterard Greenway are taking place this week.

The Greenway project is currently at the Option Selection stage, and public feedback is being invited on the different route proposals.

As part of this consultation, Galway County Council is holding three day long information events in Moycullen, Oughterard, and Galway City this week.

All three of the public consultation events will run throughout the day, from noon until 9pm in each area.

The schedule of the three events is:

Áras Uillinn, Church Road, Moycullen – Tuesday, June 21
Oughterard Community Centre, Main Street – Wednesday, June 22
Clybaun Hotel, Clybaun Road, Galway City – Thursday. June 23

All of the information about the greenway, including the different route options, can be found online at galwaytooughterardgreenway.ie.

Once completed, the route will form part of the Connemara Greenway between Galway and Clifden.

It will also make up part of the EuroVelo 1 (‘Atlantic Coast’) route, which is an 11,000km long-distance cycling route between Norway and Portugal.

The full statutory public consultation will last until Friday, July 15, with people able to give feedback online through the above link, or send it in via email or post.

Emails should be sent to galwaytooughterardgreenway@aecom.com, and written feeback should be addressed to Connemara Greenway Project, NRPO Office, Galway County Council, Corporate House, City East Business Park, Ballybrit, Galway, H91 KT67.

Public meetings to take place this week in city on GH2 hydrogen hub

By

-

June 21, 2022

galway daily news g2h hydrogen hub meeting in galway city 2022

Two public consultation meetings will take place in Galway city this week after details of the Galway Hydrogen Hub (GH2) were announced yesterday at a launch event at NUI Galway.

GH2’s proposal is to develop Ireland’s first Hydrogen Valley in the Galway region, similar to those launched in other European countries.

A Hydrogen Valley is a region that connects hydrogen research, production, distribution, and transportation with different sectors.

As part of the planning process for the GH2 project, a public consultation meeting will take place in Galway Harbour Hotel on the 23 of June from 4pm to 8pm, and on the 24 June from 10am to 1pm.

Representatives from the GH2 consortium will be on-hand to discuss project proposals and answer questions from the public on the proposed hydrogen hub.

The in-person events will offer members of the community a complete overview of the project.

A brochure on the project and a feedback form will be available at the event and the virtual public consultation can be viewed on www.gh2.ie.

Lorcan O’Connor, Group Chief Executive, CIÉ said: “As the CIÉ Group is by far the country’s largest public transport provider, we are delighted to work with our partners in this consortium to officially launch the Galway Hydrogen Hub.

“This will ensure that we are at the forefront of the opportunity hydrogen fuel will provide in meeting both our own decarbonisation targets, and those of the State.

“It will ensure we have explored a complementary mix of zero emissions technologies, with the current focus on electrification, to power low carbon transport and meet our 2030 targets and net zero target by 2050.

“What we develop and learn in this innovative partnership in Galway could be transformative for sustainability in the transport sector as a whole.”

John O’Sullivan, SSE Renewables’ Project Manager for GH2 said the launch was a key milestone for the GH2 consortium.

“Our consortium has come together with the objective of not only using green hydrogen to realise new renewable energy solutions for Ireland but to also deliver the country’s first Hydrogen Valley,” he said.

“Green hydrogen is gaining global recognition as a means of decarbonising heavy duty and long-distance transport as well as industry. The development of Ireland’s first Hydrogen Valley in Galway Harbour will allow us to utilise indigenous renewable energy to produce green hydrogen for use by local road, air, sea, and rail transport alongside industry.

“As part of the integrated SSE Group, SSE Renewables has a view across the whole energy value chain and so is uniquely positioned to deliver this green hydrogen solution for the consortium, helping to kickstart the development of a new hydrogen economy in the West of Ireland.”

Five Galway astrophotographers shortlisted in national competition

By

-

June 21, 2022

galway daily news astrophotography — The Milky Way over Finavarra by Gavin Sheehan, Co. Clare

Five Galway astrophotographers have been chosen for the next stage of the prestigious ‘Reach for the Stars’ astrophotography competition.

The competition is run by the run by the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) aims to find the best astrophotography taken in Ireland over the past year.

Sullyvan Morfoisse, from Claddaghduff, Co. Galway has been shortlisted in the ‘Out of this World’ category.

Felix Sproll from Galway City and Josh Matthews from Moyard have been shortlisted with two photographs each in the ‘Back on Earth’ category, while Aisling McGuire from Moyard and Enda O’Loughlin from Loughrea have also been shortlisted in this category.

While a high-profile judging panel will select the overall winning entries in the coming weeks, an online vote was launched today, so members of the public can also have their say.

All shortlisted images can now be viewed on the ‘Reach for the Stars’ website, where members of the public can also cast their vote for their favourite image.

Over 160 images were submitted to the competition in total this year, with 40 selected for the shortlist and public vote.

There are two categories in the competition: ‘Out of this World’ and ‘Back on Earth’. The ‘Out of this World’ category features images depicting elements of astronomical interest.

The ‘Back on Earth’ category features astro-landscape images that depict an element of astronomical interest and elements such as nature, cityscapes, land or water.

Professor Peter Gallagher of DIAS said he is delighted to return for a second year of judging for the competition.

“The standard of entries has been excellent again this year,” he said.

“It’s amazing what the photographers have been able to capture, from stars and galaxies that are millions of light years away to stunning scenery back on earth.”

Professor Gallagher said that they hope the people of Galway will get involved again this year in the public vote and cast their vote for their favourite image.

Votes for the Public Choice Award are restricted to one vote per person, and voting will close at midnight on Sunday, 3 July 2022.

Pedestrian injured after being knocked down in Salthill

By

-

June 21, 2022

Emergency services were called to Lower Salthill yesterday afternoon after a man was knocked down.

The injured man (40) was taken to University Hospital Galway following the incident which took place just before 4pm.

A section of the road in Lower Salthill past O’Connor’s pub was closed to traffic for a few hours as it was examined by Garda FCIs.

The road has since fully reopened to traffic. Witnesses are asked to contact Salthill Garda Station 091 514 720.

Decisive action needed to reduce building home costs says local TD

By

-

June 21, 2022

Galway Daily news House prices in Galway City fell in first three months of 2023

Real and decisive action must be taken by the government to reduce the cost of building a home, a local TD has said.

Deputy Seán Canney said it is pointless to criticise President Michael D. Higgins who spoke about the crisis recently, and that the government should focus on reducing the costs that are within their control.

The Independent TD said that right now, anyone who builds their own home faces costs in excess of €20,000 before they put a spade in the ground.

The biggest costs are taxes, legal costs, development levies, waste, sewerage connection costs and ESB connection charges.

Canney said that a VAT Refund Scheme would shave 13.50% off the cost of a house, saving a first-time buyer €36,000 on a €300,000 house.

“Abolish the development levies paid to the Local Authorities and fund the Local Authorities directly from central exchequer funds. This would save first time purchasers up to €3,500,” the Galway East TD added.

“Set a maximum fee for Irish Water for sewerage and water connection which again can be up to €20,000 per house.

“This is a penal charge and the Government need to cap this charge at a maximum of €1,500 for sewerage and €1,500 for water.

“If Government are serious, they need to take appropriate action to arrest the biggest housing crisis facing our young people.”

Farmer Michael and Friends return to Town Hall Theatre this weekend for epic show!

By

-

June 20, 2022

galway daily news farmer michael show town hall theatre poster by sir stevo timothy

Sir Stevo Timothy is making a return to the Town Hall Theatre in Galway city this Saturday 25 June with his alter ego Farmer Michael and his long-suffering wife Kathleen.

The Galway comedian started doing sketches in his car six years ago, and Farmer Michael became a viral hit overnight.

His videos have since been watched over half a billion times and shared by the largest sites on the internet.

Within two years of starting, Stevo did his first Vicar Street gig, the Mecca of comedy in Ireland, and sold out multiple nights across Ireland and Britain.

He then branched out into football, politics and pop culture sketches which led to even more notoriety.

His ‘Evernton’ sketches have made him a cult hero of his beloved Everton Football Club.

Some references in the sketches have become iconic and have featured on t-shirts, in memes and even songs.

His videos have been featured in online platforms such as LadBible, Benchwarmers, WorldStar hip hop, JOE.ie, The Daily Edge as well as mentions from international superstars Shaquille O’Neal and Marylon Wayans.

From depression and Donald Trump to gun control and Leo Varadkar, Farmer Michael tackles topical news with a satirical eye.

Get your tickets for Farmer Michael and Friends HERE!

Bittersweet moment for 93-year-old Galway man on return to Ashford Castle

By

-

June 20, 2022

gslway daily news 93 year old man playing gold at ashford castle in galway

It was a bittersweet moment for 93-year-old Sean Murphy when he returned to Ashford Castle recently for the first time since 2020 after the passing of his late wife.

Sean was happy to be back on the 350-acre estate with his family, swinging back into action on the golf course following the pandemic.

Born on June 5, 1929 to parents Francis and Delia Murphy in Eyrecourt in East Galway, Sean was one of seven children, two of whom are still alive.

Rita, aged 97, lives in Birmingham and Bridget, aged 84, lives just five minutes away from the Castle.

Sean moved to Birmingham at the age of 16 and became a bus driver.

It was there that he met the love of his life, Pauline, when he stepped in to cover a friend’s bus route, and she hopped on the bus that he was driving.

During their marriage they visited Ireland and the castle on many occasions, as it held a special place in their hearts with many fond memories.

While living in Birmingham, Sean was conscripted to the British Army, spending two years in service and three in the reserves in which he was trained to transport centurion tanks in Trieste.

Galway-based transgender man shares experience of being trans in the West

By

-

June 20, 2022

galway daily news trans equality together event

A young transgender man living in Galway has shared his experience of being a trans person in the West of Ireland at the recent launch of a new coalition, Trans Equality Together.

Tiernan Arnup (25) grew up in Co. Clare and now works for the regional LGBTQ+ charity organisation AMACH! Galway, which is a member of Trans Equality Together.

Speaking at the launch, Tiernan Arnup spoke about struggling to access services, support and information because he is trans.

He said that he has put off going to the doctor, the bank and the dentist, as he fears not being accepted, respected or understood.

“It is not necessarily easier elsewhere in the country, but often, when I do seek support, information and help to navigate these new challenges, I am almost always directed and redirected to the same Dublin-based services,” said Tiernan.

Tiernan said that while it is wonderful that these services exist, they don’t necessarily understand what it is to be trans in the West and rural Ireland.

“It is so important that there is a sectoral response to establish a body specially dedicated to trans rights and in this, that it is a body which takes a truly national approach to its mission; to ask what is it to be trans in Connemara; what is it to be trans in Dublin, in Donegal,” he said.

“This is an opportunity for education as much as it is for progression.”

Led by Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI), Belong To and LGBT Ireland, Trans Equality Together says its objective is to create an Ireland where trans people are ‘equal, safe and valued’.

They want to promote positive attitudes towards trans and non-binary people in the West of Ireland and advocate for policy and legislative changes that will improve the lives of trans people and create a equal society for all.

They also aim to counter the negative and false messages about trans people that have been circulating in recent years.

Sara Phillips, Chair of TENI and Co-Director of Trans Equality Together, said that the aim of Trans Equality Together is to bring together the diverse array of organisations that work with the trans community directly and those that are allies.

The aim is to demonstrate to politicians, policymakers and the wider public the breadth of support that exists for trans rights and the challenges that we, as a community, are facing right now,” said Sara.

Moninne Griffith, CEO of Belong To and Co-Director of Trans Equality Together, said that trans people in Ireland are a tiny minority of the population whose voices have rarely been heard in national discourse.

“They have been marginalised, denied access to healthcare, and demonised in the press.

“Trans Equality Together will work to create an Ireland where trans people are equal, safe and valued.

“We want to promote positive attitudes towards trans people, counter the negative and false messages that have been circulating in recent years, and work to achieve policy and legal changes – particularly in relation to gender recognition and healthcare – that will really improve the lives of trans people.

“We do not want to see the sort of divisive rhetoric and villainisation of trans people taking hold in Ireland that we have witnessed in other countries.”

City Council invites interest in tourist info centre at Eyre Square kiosk

By

-

June 20, 2022

Galway City Council has invited tourism businesses to express interest in developing and running a tourist information centre/ ticket booth at the kiosk at Eyre Square.

The council says that proposals should benefit Galway and have a positive impact on the overall economic and tourism development of the city.

The operators will need to provide investment and show that they will be able to manage the facility under a rental agreement.

The terms of the rental agreement will reflect the level of investment that they are able to invest.

Expressions of interest must include a written proposal outlining a business plan, details of
previous experience, an estimate of the level of investment, and candidates should have experience of working on at least two tourism projects in the recent past.

The kiosk will be in use during the Galway International Arts Festival from 11 to 24 July, and the Christmas market from 18 November to 31 December (dates TBC).

The kiosk will have to be vacated for these periods and the operator should show how they can work with festivals and events.

The screen located at the kiosk will also remain under the control of GCC and access must be provided when required.

Expressions of interest are to be received by Galway City Council by email to candc@galwaycity.ie on or before 15 July 2022.

The contact will be issued for an initial 11 months with the option for two additional years.

Evaluation Criteria

The following evaluation criteria will be utilised by Galway City Council in assessing expressions of interests received in relation to this site:

Contribution to tourism and economic development of the area – 15%
Previous Experience – 15%
Project Proposal – 45%
Financial Proposal – 25%

Queries

All queries in relation to this questionnaire must be sent by email only to Ruairi.lehmann@galwaycity.ie. Responses will be circulated to all candidates who have expressed an interest.

The identity of the person making a query will not be disclosed when circulating the response.

All queries must be submitted before close of business on 1 July 2022 to enable responses to be issued to all interested candidates prior to the deadline date for the receipt of applications.

Winner of Galway Hospice car raffle collects keys to brand new Toyota Yaris!

By

-

June 20, 2022

galway daily news galway hospice car raffle winner 2022 — Pictured are Catherine Clancy, winner of the brand-new car supplied by Parson’s Garage Tuam, with Mary Nash, CEO, Galway Hospice

Catherine Clancy from Oughterard has collected the keys of her brand-new Toyota Yaris at Galway Hospice after winning the first prize in the hospice’s car raffle.

The second prize, which was a family holiday for four to France sponsored by Keller Travel Ballinasloe, went to Joanne Flaherty from Ballybane.

The third prize of afternoon tea at the G Hotel two was won by Regina Birrane from Knocknacarra and the seller’s prize of €250 cash was won by Kay Grealish from Oranmore.

This year’s car raffle was launched in April and has raised vital funds which will be used to keep services running at the hospice.

The Hospice described support for the car raffle as ‘truly overwhelming’, and they extended their gratitude to everyone in Galway and beyond who supported the fundraiser by purchasing tickets.

galway car raffle winner with hospice ceo — L to R: Charlene Hurley, Director of Fundraising and Communications, Galway Hospice; Mary Nash, CEO, Galway Hospice; Catherine Clancy, prize winner; and Francis Tyrrell, Parson’s Garage Tuam who supplied the car

Match tickets for All-Ireland Hurling semi-final on sale today

By

-

June 20, 2022

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

Tickets for the All-Ireland Hurling semi-final between Galway and Limerick will go on sale on Monday afternoon.

Galway and Limerick will play at Croke Park the weekend after next, on Sunday, July 3 at 3:30pm.

General match tickets will go on sale at 3pm on Monday afternoon, and will be available here.

Clubs will receive an allocation for distribution to club members, and season ticket holders will already have been contacted directly by Croke Park.

Galway secured their place in the semi-final by edging out Cork at Semple Stadium last Saturday.

The Tribesmen secured an early lead with a pair of goals in the first half, and though Cork made a furious comeback in the second half, they were unable to close the gap before the final whistle.

The Minor Hurlers unfortunately weren’t as fortunate in their own semi-final on Sunday, narrowly losing out to Tipperary in a high scoring game, 3-24 to 3-20.

Council approves plans for Athenry sewer network upgrade

By

-

June 20, 2022

Galway Daily news €13 million Athenry sewer upgrades

Galway County Council has granted planning permission for a major upgrade to the sewer network serving Athenry town.

Irish Water intends to decommission and replace a large amount of sewerage pipes in town, as well as the Caheroyn pumping station.

A Natura Impact Assessment was submitted with the planning application, and an Archaeological Assessment of the area was also later carried out at the request of the council.

Athenry is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Ireland, with much of the original walls still intact, and other protected sites such as the castle and Dominican Abbey.

Planning permission was ultimately granted by the county council with 13 conditions attached, including strict archaeological monitoring of the works.

Test excavations must also be carried out before work begins, at locations to be chosen by a suitably qualified architect.

Sewer Network upgrades

The project will involve decommissioning the existing combined sewer overflow at North Gate street in the town centre, and replacing the sewers from the Cuirt Ard/Caheroyan Road junction to the Caheroyan Pumping Station.

That pumping station is to be decommissioned and completely removed, and a new station will be built adjacent to Pairc na hAbhainn housing estate.

New sewers starting at North Gate will be laid to the new pumping station, as will a new sewer from the site of the decommissioned station, both of which will cross the River Clarin.

A rising main will go from the new pumping station to the Athenry Wastewater Treatment Plant.

The “package wastewater treatment plant” currently on the site of the new pumping station will be removed, and a new sewer laid from the small estate in Raheen, passing through Presentation College and Clarin College sites to connect to the Athenry Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Galway hospitals see COVID cases double in recent weeks

By

-

June 20, 2022

Galway Daily news Galway hospitals see COVID cases double in recent weeks

The number of people hospitalised with COVID-19 in Galway has more than doubled since the start of the month, but ICU admissions have remained steady.

The were a total of 36 people hospitalised with COVID in Galway as of Sunday evening, with 21 at UHG and another 15 cases at Portiuncula Hospital.

This is more than twice the number at the start of June, when there were 13 cases at UHG and just three in Ballinasloe.

Portiuncula Hospital in particular has also seen a significant weekly increase, with cases more than doubling from six a week ago, to 15 now.

Hospitals across the country have seen a growing surge in cases over the past three weeks, with the number of COVID-19 patients growing from 180 at the start of the month, to 593 as of yesterday.

Fortunately, there has not been a corresponding surge in patients admitted to the ICU in serious condition.

The overall number of COVID patients in the ICU has only gone up from 18 to 23 over the course of June.

In Galway, there are two cases in the intensive care unit at University Hospital Galway, and none at Portiuncula Hospital.

Charity cycle to aid mother of three stroke victim’s recovery

By

-

June 20, 2022