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Public consultation on making safe school journeys

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School Streets pilot project at Scoil Iognaid.

Galway City Council is holding a public consultation with school communities on making journeys safer for kids walking and cycling to school.

As part of the Safe Routes to School programme, the city council is working on developing a ‘front of school’ design that will trips safer.

The design will also benefit residents and commuters walking and cycling through their neighbourhood.

For this, the Council is engaging with the school communities of Radharc na Mara NS, Scoil Bhríde NS, Scoil Iognáid NS, GET NS and St Joseph’s Special School.

Feedback, support and comments are now welcome on the concept design now at public consultation, online or in writing by June 10, 2022.

More information about Safe Routes to School can be found on the city council website here.

Last summer, eleven schools in Galway City and County were awarded funding in first round of the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Programme.

This was for improvement ranging from better footpaths and new cycle lanes, to a complete reworking of the road outside a school’s entrance as proposed here.

Galway City school wins national Mental Health award

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Galway Daily news Galway City school wins national Mental Health award

A Galway City primary school has won a national award for their innovations in promoting mental health and wellbeing.

St Patrick’s Boys and Girls Primary School won Best Programme Activity category at the 2022 Mission Possible Awards.

The Mission Possible Awards are run by the Walk in My Shoes mental health campaign, and celebrate projects in primary and secondary schools to raise awareness of mental health and reduce stigma in school and the community.

St Patrick’s won the Programme Activity award for putting in place an action plan with initiatives such as music and other creative activities.

“They ran several initiatives and events from Christmas concerts and gardening initiatives to performing on Galway’s Shop Street live on national television,” the judges said.

“They ran kindness awards and set up a Music Shelter as a place where students can sit and sing songs, even when it’s raining.”

“The school put an emphasis on a wide range of programme activities to improve wellbeing in creative and impactful ways.”

The winning secondary school in the Programme Activity category was Loreto Secondary School in Bray, Co. Wicklow.

Primary and secondary schools also received awards in the Best Standalone Project and Most Creative Idea categories.

Amanda McArdle, WIMS Campaign Manager and competition judge, said that there is a “deep understanding” of mental health in schools across the country.

“The challenges we have all faced over the last two years and the role schools have played in helping children and young people to deal with them has really underlined this.”

“The entries we received to this year’s Mission Possible awards blew me away with the skill, inventiveness and passion of teachers and students show in making mental health and wellbeing a real priority.”

She added that it was a “privilege to see all the incredible hard work being done by teachers and students”, so that people can be more open about mental health.

Taoiseach praises Galway welcome after letter from Ukrainian students read in Dáil

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin praised the welcome given by the people of Galway to Ukrainian refugees, after a letter from kids at Galway Community College was read in the Dáil.

Galway TD Noel Grealish brought the letter from Ukrainian pupils newly accommodated at Galway Community College.

They asked their Principal Mr Philip Cribbin if they could visit, and gave him “a short note of thanks” for the “heartwarming welcome” they have received in Ireland.

The letter read: “We would like to thank Galway Community College, the Irish government and its people for [the] warmth, support and hospitality we have received since we arrived [in Ireland].”

“When we return home we believe that what we have learnt and experienced in Ireland will help us create a positive new chapter in the history of Ukraine where we will work to rebuild our country’s economy, infrastructure and our lives.”

“A piece of our hearts will always be Irish. Slava Ukraini and Míle buíochas to the Irish people.”

Taoiseach Micheál Martin responded by thanking the “college and the people of Galway” for welcoming young pupils so warmly.

He also thanked the young people for “bringing insights to us and for shining a light” on what is happening to their families and country.

“Our students will be much the better for the experience of meeting with the Ukrainian students and sharing their classrooms and school with them.”

“They have enriched us, and we thank them for that,” Micheál Martin said.

Appeal taken to An Bord Pleanála over island sports facility

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Galway Daily news Galway County Council has granted planning permission for a housing development in Headford

A decision to refuse extending planning permission for a new sports complex on Inishbofin is being appealed to An Bord Pleanála.

Inishbofin Development Company sought a five year extension of planning permission for a sports facility at Middlequarter, Inishbofin.

Approval had originally been given for a single storey sports facility to include dressing rooms, referees room, showers, toilets, store, multi-purpose/meeting room in 2017.

However, the county council refused to grant the EOD application, on the grounds that no substantial work has been started or completed since that date.

In the application, Inishbofin Development Company said that “sufficient fundraising could not be carried out due to temporary shortage of staff, and later due to COVID-19.”

Work is now hoped to start on the project in February 2025, with the aim of completing it by February, 2027.

Inishbofin Development Company have now appealed the county council’s decision to An Bord Pleanála, which is due to issue a ruling by September 5 of this year.

Why online casinos are more popular than brick-and-mortar ones

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For years, we have been able to observe how the gambling industry has been growing continuously. Behind this is a huge market in which, as in any other, supply and demand influence each other. Gambling is a broad term. But for most people, it probably directly triggers associations with slot machines, roulette and blackjack. This is not surprising, since these classic casino games are the main part of the game. In the past, fancy casinos or gambling houses in the city centers were still in fashion, but now the focus has clearly shifted to the entire online sector, which brings in considerably more revenue. The great hour of online slots and digital card games has thus struck, as interest continues to rise. Why is this so and what advantages do online casinos actually bring you?

The attraction of gambling

First of all, of course, is the question of why so many people are interested in gambling in the first place. This certainly has several reasons. On the one hand, there is the promising prospect of being able to dust off a considerable profit with a bit of luck. And who wouldn’t want that? Especially in the current times, which are strongly characterized by financial uncertainty and in which many have to manage very well with the limited salary. A casino win would be more than convenient and the temptation is correspondingly great. On the other hand, it certainly plays into the fact that one would like to be right with one’s tip and outsmart any mathematical probability.

In addition, the entertainment value should not be forgotten. Because while you gamble, you can leave your everyday life with all its worries and challenges behind you. Gambling provides variety and at the same time a pleasant thrill that releases endorphins in the body. It is quite understandable that one would like to evoke these emotions again and again. At the same time, this also explains why some players fall into a real frenzy or even become addicted to this pastime. The risks should therefore always be clear and not be underestimated.

In addition, playing cards, for example, can certainly increase one’s own chances of winning. By practicing continuously, one acquires more routine, can use moves much better and make wiser decisions. As a result, this means reducing the banker’s house advantage and thus winning more often in the long run. This creates a fascinating world in which luck still plays a big role, but you can certainly direct it to some extent.

Clear advantages of online casinos

All the aforementioned needs are served in the same way in a local gambling establishment, such as a slot machine hall, as they are in an online casino. Nevertheless, the latter have long since outnumbered their stationary competitors and enjoy enormous popularity.

This is simply due to the many advantages of gambling online like it is for betting on sports. For one thing, there’s the round-the-clock availability. Regardless of whether you work a shift or want to pass the time after a night out partying: online casinos have no opening hours. In addition, there is no need to travel to the gaming operation, as you don’t even have to leave your home, but can access it online from anywhere. You don’t need to change clothes, spend money on transportation or parking fees. And, of course, there is no entry fee at all, as is the case with some reputable casinos, for example.

Thus one comes financially from the outset better away. But this monetary advantage does not end here. Because the chances of winning are also proven to be higher in online casinos. This is simply because the operators of the sites have hardly any fixed costs. There are no expenses for rent, service staff or security, which is why they can ultimately pay out a higher percentage to the clientele. And that, of course, is attractive. It is important to know at this point that the odds not only vary from provider to provider, but also depend on the selected game. So if you are really interested in pure profit, you should inform yourself in detail here and compare the individual game variants with each other.

Financially, it is also interesting if you know how to make good use of the bonuses offered by online casinos. Because these advertise, for example, with worthwhile welcome bonuses or free spins for existing customers. This way, you always get an incentive to continue playing and can use the free credit immediately.

Another major plus point for gambling at the online casino is the incredibly large selection of games. Since all games are offered in purely digital form, the range can be constantly changed or supplemented. It is precisely this fact that ensures that many enthusiastic players are active at several online casinos at the same time. This is because they are constantly surprised with new games on these platforms and are guaranteed not to get bored. Especially with online slots, there are constant changes and game developers are constantly working on new versions. 

Some of these games can even be tested for free, without having to use any gaming credits. This way, you can first find out what you personally enjoy the most, without directly taking the risk of gambling away money.

How to find the right online casino

The top priority when deciding on a suitable online casino should be personal security. No one has anything to gain from betting on a graphically fantastic site if the deposited gaming credit later disappears into nowhere. Therefore, it is important to bet solely on reputable operators that apply fair gaming conditions. A very good criterion is the presence of quality seals that guarantee consumer protection. In addition, the company behind the online casino should be clearly recognizable as such and have an English-speaking customer service. Furthermore, it is important to be able to make deposits and withdrawals in a trustworthy manner. For this, it is necessary that there are cooperations with renowned payment service providers. In addition, you should pay attention to a high encryption of the site, so that your own data security is guaranteed.

In order not to miss out on any financial advantages, it is also advisable to compare the welcome bonuses of several providers. For this purpose, independent comparison services help, thanks to which the currently best offer can be quickly identified. They also provide information about the game selection, the range of live games at the card table and the payout conditions at a glance.

Athenry Agricultural Show returns after long absence

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galway daily news Athenry Agricultural Show returns after long absence

Athenry Agricultural Show, one of the longest running in Ireland, is returning this weekend after two years of cancellations.

The show will take place tomorrow, Sunday May 22, with a wide range of events including Equine and Showjumping, many of which are qualifiers for national events.

There are also Show Classes for livestock, poultry, home baking, vegetables, flowers and arrangements, crafts, art & photography, and a dog show.

“We are delighted to be able to welcome you all back to Athenry in 2022 after a long spell away,” the blurb for this year’s show states/

“During our absence, we have been diligently working away and collaborating with the Men’s Shed Athenry on making our show better and better for our patrons and visitors.”

“In 2019, Teagasc’s Mellows Campus hosted the Show and it was an enormous success. We a very proud to say that we will be at Mellows Campus for this year’s show also.”

This year marks the 133rd year of the Athenry Agricultural Show.

Berni gets some very unwelcome news in Ros na Rún

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Galway Daily television Berni gets some very unwelcome news in Ros na Rún

Berni is in a bad way when Briain seeks a paternity test, Sonny gets an unwelcome call, and Vanessa may be holding a torch in Ros na Rún.

Sonny despairs when another item of significance is found on the development site. What could potentially put a dent in his plans?

Vanessa hates clothes shopping, but goes along happily when Vince asks her to help him buy a suit. More proof that she’s holding a torch?

Niall’s book launch is today and he is hoping it will be a success. But with Bobbi Lee at the helm will all go to plan?

For her part, Bobbi Lee is happy she can fit in her wedding dress, but has bigger problems with the shake in her hands from the pills.

Berni is hit with the double worries of the impending birth, and Briain seeking a paternity test of her child. Good thing there’s nothing else around the corner.

Catch up on all the latest in Ros na Rún this week with a double feature omnibus on TG4 this Sunday.

True crime documentary looks at woman’s murder and Inis Mór standoff

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Galway Daily television Documentary on Clare woman's murder

A Clare woman’s murder, and a suspect who vanished after a standoff on Inis Mór, are the focus of a TG4 documentary on next week.

Maru Inár Measc is a four-part true crime documentary series for TG4, which shines a light on the effect that fatal crimes have on society, local communities and on the victim’s families as they are left without answers.

The second episode of this series recalls the tragic murder of 23-year-old art student Emer O’Loughlin from county Clare.

On April 8, 2005, Emer met her untimely end. Her body was found in the burnt out remains of her neighbor’s mobile home. John Griffin, the owner of the mobile home disappeared without a trace.

Emer O’Loughlin

Griffin was found two days later on the island of Inis Mór, having barricaded himself inside Dún Aengus fort.

He was eventually persuaded by Gardaí to remove himself and was then brought to St. Brigid’s hospital in Ballinasloe for medical attention.

He left after 5 days, signing himself out of the hospital and to this day has never been found.

In 2010, the investigation made progress and upon exhumation of Emer’s body it was confirmed that she had been murdered.

To this day, no one has been convicted of Emer’s murder and her family are left without any answers.

This documentary includes deeply personal interviews with Emer’s family and friends as well as journalists who reported on the case.

The episode will air next Wednesday on TG4 at 9:30pm.

Galway groups awarded grants for preserving peatlands

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Galway Daily news Galway site chosen for €8.5 million rewilding project

Two Galway community groups have been approved funding for peatlands conservation and education projects.

Minister of State Malcolm Noonan has this week approved €160,000 in grant funding for a total of 16 peatland related projects in Ireland.

Of the two Galway projects approved funding, the larger is €15,000 for Galway Telework Co-operation group.

This will be used to support the upgrading and further development of the interpretive centre and visitor amenities on Carrownagappul Bog SAC.

The presentation video at the interpretive centre will be updated to include all of the new relevant works that have taken place.

The second grant is for Leenane Development Association, which is receiving €1,500 for a new interpretive board in the southern part of Doolough Valley.

The interpretive board will serve as an educational resource by giving a visual overview of the catchment’s ecology, with particular focus on nearby peatland/upland habitats and Freshwater Pearl Mussel.

It will also lay out the farming practices being undertaken to protect and conserve the area, particularly the upland habitats.

Minister Noonan said “Communities are at the heart of nature restoration, and this is particularly the case with our bogs.”

“Time and time again we have seen groups of volunteers leading with passion and impact to restore, rehabilitate and share the wonder of these amazing habitats.”

“That’s why schemes such as this one are so important, in that they allow the local custodians of our natural heritage to continue their work and to grow it,” Malcolm Nooonan said

The Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme encourages local peatland communities, local groups, local schools and individuals to conserve and revitalise fens, raised, and blanket bogs.

The focus of the scheme is on community-led projects and volunteer group, who play a vital role in helping to promote and implement the protection of peatlands in Ireland.

The scheme is managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service, a division of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.

Planning permission for 22 houses in Salthill

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Galway Daily news An Bord Pleanála green light's Salthill housing development

Galway City Council has granted planning permission for the construction of 22 houses in Salthill, ordering that none shall be sold to corporate entities

K King Construction has received the green light for six blocks of terraced houses, and one detached house, at Rockbarton Court in Salthill.

The infill site is currently an undeveloped field area on the south side of the Rockbarton Court road, surrounded by existing developments.

The estate will have a total of 26 parking spaces, after the council said that the originally planned 31 spaces was excessive.

There were 17 objections received by the city council to the initial planning application, and a eight follow up submissions after further information was requested and received from the developer.

These raised concerns about increased traffic, the density of the housing development and its affect on residential amenity, and overshadowing issues.

The original plans were for 25 homes, but three were removed from the eastern side of the development after council planners, and public submissions, expressed concern about encroachment on the boundaries of the site.

The public open space for the housing estate was also redesigned after planners raised doubts about the level and quality of space provided in the original plans.

Planning permission for the residential development was granted by city council with 18 conditions attached.

Among those, the council ordered that a bike storage building be removed from the plans, and that all cables must be undergrounded.

The developer must also pay a contribution of €250,830 towards the provision of public services in the area to the city council.

The council also ordered that all of these homes must, in the first instance, be sold to individuals, not corporate entities.

Cell Explorers celebrates 10 years of science

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Galway Daily news Cell Explorers celebrates 10 years of science

The Galway based Cell Explorers programme is celebrating ten years of informing, inspiring and involving the public in hands-on modern biology.

First created in 2012 by founding director Dr Muriel Grenon and ten project students, Cell Explorers was piloted with funding from the EXPLORE Innovation initiative.

This was a project by NUI Galway and its Student’s Union, which supported collaborations between staff and students.

The programme that provides authentic interactions between young people and local scientists.

This helps to widen young people’s perceptions of science and scientists and combat stereotypes that might prevent engagement in science.

Ten years later, the programme has expanded to 13 teams covering the entire nation.

Along the way, it has delivered either hands-on science to 750 classes in 500 schools, and activities to 26 counties across the Republic of Ireland.

Having raised close to €1 million for several projects, and secured Science Foundation Ireland support since its inception, it has trained more than 2,600 Cell Explorers scientists, students and staff.

All told, Cell Explorers has engaged more than 45,000 young people and their families in hands-on science in Ireland.

Professor Ciarán Ó hOgartaigh, President of NUI Galway, reflected on the  Cell Explorers mission – to Inform, Inspire and Involve.

“A mission that the team has remained true to throughout the exponential growth in their first ten years”.

“I can’t help but hear echoes of our own Institution’s core values – respect, excellence, openness and sustainability.”

“That these very same values have underpinned the Cell Explorers model from its onset a decade ago speaks to the value this programme brings to our University community and society more generally.”

Professor Phillip Nolan, Director of Science Foundation Ireland, noted: “I would like to pay tribute to all involved in the Cell Explorers programme, in particular past and present volunteers and coordinators of its 13 teams.”

“By acting as authentic role models and sharing your excitement in research and innovation, you are helping to engage our young people, so that they maintain an interest in science and consider pursuing a career in research.”

“Thank you for making a real difference to our society and the growth of the research community in Ireland.”

In 2019, the programme received the Outstanding Contribution to Science Communication award by Science Foundation Ireland.

It is a member of the European Science Engagement Association (EUSEA) and a part of Scientix, the community for science education in Europe.

Cell Explorers visit schools, remotely or in person during the academic year with a peak around science week.

To arrange a visit to their school, teachers can visit the Cell Explorers website and contact the team closest to their school www.cellexplorers.com.

Connacht squad named for last game of the season

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Galway Daily rugby Four changes made to starting XV for Connacht v Glasgow

Connacht Rugby have confirmed their matchday squad for the last game of the 2021/22 season on Saturday.

Connacht will finish out the season at home when they play Zebre Parma at the Sportsground on Saturday at 5pm.

Head Coach Andy Friend has an upbeat attitude about the game ahead, saying “Even though we missed out on the playoffs we have plenty to play for tomorrow.”

“Finishing with a 50% win record is important, but more so is finishing on a high at our home ground – both for our playing group and our supporters.”

In the lineup, Dylan Tierney-Martin is handed his first Connacht start at hooker, while there are also starts for Seán Masterson at openside flanker and Oran McNulty at full-back.

Centurions Denis Buckley and Finlay Bealham partner Tierney-Martin in the front row, while locks Gavin Thornbury and Niall Murray are paired together.

Masterson is accompanied in the back row by his brother Eoghan and Cian Prendergast at number 8.

Kieran Marmion and captain Jack Carty continue at 9 and 10 respectively, as do centres Tom Daly and Tom Farrell. The side is completed by wingers Alex Wootton and John Porch.

Included on the bench are departing players Ultan Dillane, Abraham Papali’i and Sammy Arnold who will make their final appearances for the club if called upon.

Friend said that he wanted to give players a chance to start, and show what they have, in tomorrow’s game, as well as a last moment to savour for the old hands.

“The likes of Dylan, Seán and Oran all deserve their opportunity tomorrow and I know the departing players involved will savour the experience as well.”

A total of 12 players are leaving Connacht Rugby at the end of this season, some retiring, and others moving on.

As is tradition in Connacht, all the departing players will be presented to the supporters after the final whistle – the first time since pre-COVID that such a presentation will be able to take place.

CONNACHT RUGBY MATCHDAY 23 VS ZEBRE PARMA
Saturday 21st May, 17:00 @ The Sportsground

Number/Name/Caps
15. Oran McNulty (8)
14. John Porch (58)
13. Tom Farrell (78)
12. Tom Daly (60)
11. Alex Wootton (33)
10. Jack Carty (179)
9. Kieran Marmion (208)
1. Denis Buckley (207)
2. Dylan Tierney-Martin (5)
3. Finlay Bealham (173)
4. Gavin Thornbury (62)
5. Niall Murray (34)
6. Eoghan Masterson (118)
7. Seán Masterson (17)
8. Cian Prendergast (30)

Replacements
16. Dave Heffernan (164)
17. Matthew Burke (38)
18. Jack Aungier (31)
19. Ultan Dillane (126)
20. Abraham Papali’i (24)
21. Colm Reilly (8)
22. Conor Fitzgerald (52)
23. Sammy Arnold (37)

Eight Galway beaches awarded Blue Flag status in 2022

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Galway Daily news Eight Galway beaches awarded Blue Flag status in 2022

Traught Beach in Kinvara has lost its Blue Flag status over its water quality, while Trá Inis Oírr has been awarded it for the first time.

Trá Inis Oírr is one of eight beaches in Galway to receive the Blue Flag for 2022, with the other seven retaining their’s.

Galway County has Portumna, Loughrea Lake, Trá Inis Oírr, Trá Mhór in Indreabhán, Trá an Dóilin in An Ceathrú Rua, and Cill Mhuirbhigh on Inis Mór.

Salthill and Silverstrand in the city were also re-awarded blue flags for the 2022 season which runs from June 1 until September 15.

Traught Beach is one of five in the country which has lost its Blue Flag this over due to water quality.

The Blue Flag programme in Ireland is operated by An Taisce on behalf of the Foundation of Environmental Education.

The world recognised programme aims to raise environmental awareness and promote sound environmental management of beaches, marinas and eco-tourism boats around the world.

Eight Galway beaches Galway has also received Green Coast Awards today, with two in the city and six in Galway county.

In the city Salthill and Silverstrand have been awarded the Green Coast accolade, along with An Trá and Trá Poll na gCaoirach on Inis Oirr, Renvyle Beach, East End Bay on Inisboffin, Dumhach Beach and Aillebrack/Silver Hill.

The Green Coast Award recognises beaches for their clean environment, excellent water quality and natural beauty that attracts visitors.

Ian Diamond, Coastal Awards Manager for An Taisce praised the winners of this year’s awards for the effort they put into maintaining their beaches.

“It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to manage a beach or marina to the excellent standards required by these award programmes.”

This years marks the 35th anniversary of the Blue Flag programme which launched worldwide in 1987, after starting in France.

Minister of State Malcolm Noonan said that in that time, “the Blue Flag has become an internationally recognised symbol of high standards in water quality.”

In total, 95 beaches were awarded Blue Flag status in Ireland this year, with 62 achieving the Green Coast award.

Salthill and Silverstrand in Galway City and Trá Inis Oirr were three of just five in the country to receive both the Blue Flag and the Green Coast awards this year.

Weekend weather: Cloudy skies and sunny spells forecast

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Galway Daily weather Falling temperatures and weekend rain mark weather for rest of the week

Galway will have an unsettled weekend ‘s weather, with clear skies and sun to develop this evening, but more cloud and showers predicted.

Monday will pick up as the day goes, with often thundery showers giving way to bright spells and sunshine as the afternoon goes on.

Highest temperatures today of 13 to 15 degrees, dropping to around 12 degrees overnight, with moderate gusty west and southwesterly winds throughout.

Saturday will be mostly cloudy throughout the day, broken by a few scattered showers and bright spells in places Met Eireann says.

Light to moderate south and southwesterly winds tomorrow, with highest average temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees.

Sunday will be a better dose of weekend weather. Though there will be some light rain in places in the early morning, sunshine is expected to break through the clouds by evening.

Temperatures on Sunday will reach highs of 13 to 16 degrees, with a moderate southwesterly wind.

Heading into next week, it looks like Monday at least promises more of the sunshine we’ve been starting to enjoy in recent days.

Some heavier rain will develop on Tuesday evening and Wednesday, but more clear skies are expected on either side of that.

Clonfert students are the Robotics champions

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Galway daily news Clonfert students are the Robotics champions
The VEX Robotics Competition hosted by ATU Galway on Friday. Photo: Mike Shaughnessy

Students from Clonfert National School faced off hundreds of competitors to claim the prize in high intensity Robotics competition.

Over 300 pupils from primary schools in Galway and Mayo took part in the 2022  VEX IQ competition hosted by Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Galway City last week.

Students have been hard at work with their classmates and teachers since last September, when they first received their robot kit and game fields.

The months that followed were filled with feverish designing, building and coding work to bring their robots to life.

This came to a head last Friday, when pupils from 17 schools gathered in Galway City to compete in the event which was opened by ATU President Dr Orla Flynn.

Clonfert National School (NS) were declared overall winners of the competition as well as joint winners with Foxford NS in the Teamwork challenge category.

In a double victory for their town, Belmullet schools Glencastle NS and Barnatra NS won the Skills Challenges in the competition.

Niall Kelly, Principal of Clonfert NS said that this was a “fantastic programme that gave wonderful opportunities to the children” taking part.

He enthused about their opportunity to “learn so many different IT skills in an enjoyable fun way” during the competition.

“We are really looking forward to taking part in this exciting event again next year,” Principal Kell said.

Prof Graham Heaslip, Head of the ATU Galway School of Engineering, said that the VEX Robotics competition was a huge success.

“The teamwork, problem-solving and troubleshooting displayed by the students was fantastic.”

“The competition fostered programming and math skills, which will stand to the students as they progress on their individual educational journeys.”

ATU staged the competition last week with volunteers from the staff, as well as Trane Technologies International – Thermo King, Munster Technological University (MTU), and Offaly County Council.

The robot kits were sponsored by Science Foundation Ireland, and the game mats for the kids by Thermo King.

Minor Hurling team named for Championship opener

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Galway Daily sport Galway v Leitrim: Football Semi-Final squad lineup
Photo Credit: Galway GAA

Galway GAA have confirmed the lineup of the Minor Hurling team which will face off against Clare this weekend.

Galway will have the home ground when they play Clare in the All Ireland Minor Hurling Championship in Athenry on Saturday.

The Minor Hurlers will kick off their All-Ireland Championship at 1pm in Kenny Park, Athenry.

This is part of a major for Galway sports, as the same day will see the Senior Camogie and Hurling teams also take to the field at home.

They will play Limerick and Dublin respectively in a double header at Pearse Stadium that’s sure to bring out the crowds.

The full Galway Minor hurling side for the coming game is:

  1. Donagh Fahy (Ardrahan)
  2. Luke McInerney (Loughrea)
  3. Sean Murphy (Clarinbridge)
  4. Darragh Counihan (Clarinbridge)
  5. Ben O’Donovan (Gort)
  6. Oscar O’Gorman (Kilconiernan)
  7. Jack Lonergan (Turloughmore)
  8. Cillian Trayers (Turloughmore)
  9. Paddy MacCárthaigh (Sarsfields)
  10. Orin Burke (Padraig Pearses)
  11. Rory Burke (Capt) (Oranmore Maree)
  12. Conor Lawless (Athenry)
  13. Ryan O’Donnell (Oranmore Maree)
  14. Aaron Nilan (Clarinbridge)
  15. Conor Dolphin (Mullagh)
  16. Ciaran Wilde (Turloughmore)
  17. Joey Wallace (Ballygar)
  18. Shane Concannon (Craughwell)
  19. Sean Power (Ballinasloe)
  20. Cullen Killeen (Loughrea)
  21. Sean Walsh (Moycullen)
  22. Conor Gilligan (Craughwell)
  23. Stephen Keane (Sarsfields)
  24. Kack O’Malley (Kilnadeema/Leitrim)

Gardaí seize €65,000 in drugs in cash in Galway raid

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Galway Daily news missing teen found safe

Gardaí seized over €65,000 worth of drugs and cash during a raid on a home in Galway City yesterday.

On Thursday evening, Gardaí searched a home in the city under warrant, finding substantial amounts of cocaine, pills and cash.

During the search Cocaine worth €55,000, Viagra tablets worth €6,000 and €600 in cannabis was seized. Gardaí also seized €4,000 in cash at the location.

A man in his 20s was arrested at the scene and later detained at Galway Divisional Headquarters under Section 2 of the Drug Trafficking Act 1996.

The man has since been released. A file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

A Garda statement said that the drugs are now being sent for analysis, and that a file will go to the DPP.

Plans for large scale housing development in Ballinasloe delayed

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Galway Daily news Green light for new apartment complex in Rahoon

Plans, currently in their very early stages, for a major residential development of 167 houses and apartments in Ballinasloe have hit a delay.

An Bord Pleanála has said that the outline of plans by Limehill Esker Limited require further consideration or amendment before a planning application is made.

Limehill Esker is seeking permission to apply for a Strategic Housing Development at Dunlo, Ballinasloe comprising 56 houses and 111 apartments.

The developer entered into a consultation with the Bord and Galway County Council last December, to determine if the initial plans meet the SHD criteria for an application.

The Bord ruled May 13 that they require further amendment of consideration before a full planning application can proceed.

Cycling kids go free at this Friday’s Galway United match

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Galway Daily sport Cycling kids go free at this Friday's Galway United match

Break out the bikes and cycle on down to Eamonn Deacy Park this weekend, as kids can go free for Friday’s Galway United game if they cycle.

Galway United will play Athlone Town this Friday, May 20, with Galway holding the home ground.

In a partnership with Galway Cycling Campaign, the club are offering free entry for kids, and a €10 concession price for adults who travel on two wheels.

Leave your bike with the valets from Galway Cycling Campaign in a specially cordoned off area of the car.

Register online at eventbrite to take part in this healthy event, and enjoy what promises to be part of a cracking weekend for local sports.

The first 40 cycling children to register will get a BikeWeek funded refreshment snack and drink in the stadium.

Brite Mobility have also donated staff who can give your bike a nice wash down while you enjoy the match.

Galway United are revved up for the coming game, now on a six win streak after last week’s 4-0 victory over Wexford at Ferrycarrig Park.

They’re now tied with Cork City at the top of the First Division table, and manager John Caulfield is well aware of the coming game’s significance.

“We are playing a rejuvenated Athlone team under Dermot Lennon,” he said to the club’s media team. “They were narrowly beaten by Waterford, Longford and Cork in their last couple of matches.”

“Every week brings a tough game, we need to keep up our form and play to the level that we know we can.”

New life for old Clifden Post Office

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Galway Daily news New life for old Clifden Post Office

The former Post Office in Clifden is due for new life, with plans now approved for it to be converted to a café and shop.

Galway County Council has granted planning permission to change the use of the building on Main Street, Clifden.

Aside from changing what the building is used for, the works will include new signage out front, and external and internal changes to the building.

Planning permission was granted by the county council with eleven standard condition attached.

Condition No. 3 stated that, outside of “exempted development provisions”, the new café may not sell hot food for consumption off the premises.

Clifden Post Office relocated from its old home on Main Street, to a new location in The Square back in 2019.

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