Additional funding for Tuam stadium welcomed

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February 12, 2022

galway daily news athenry adventurers youth club

A new youth club for teenagers is launching in Athenry on Tuesday, 1 March.

Athenry Adventurers RPG Club will offer weekly Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) games and more, to teenagers in Athenry and the surrounding areas.

The club is affiliated with Youth Work Ireland Galway and is being run by a group of volunteers from the area, all of whom are keen D&D enthusiasts.

D&D has grown immensely in popularity in the past few years and has featured in TV shows like The Big Bang Theory and Stranger Things.

D&D involves drama, improv, role playing, teamwork, planning, puzzle solving, thieving, fighting, dungeon crawling, looting and levelling up.

Athenry Adventurers RPG Club will see a group of young people gather around a table and create their own heroic characters.

The Youth Club leaders will assume the role of Game Masters, guiding these adventurers through quests to defeat monstruous foes, find treasure and to explore the mysteries of a fantasy world, all through the medium of co-operative story telling and the rolling of dice.

The club will be run weekly throughout the school term on Tuesdays from 7.15pm- 9.15pm at Athenry Community Hall, Clarke Street.

Athenry Adventurers RPG Club is suitable for 13 to 18-year-olds, the first session is free, and new and experienced players are welcome.

Register your interest to secure your place, spaces are limited. Contact the organisers at athenryadventurers@gmail.com for more information and follow them on social media @AthenryAdventurers. Adventure awaits!

NUIG Students’ Union to host first ever Consent Week

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February 12, 2022

A series of events will be hosted by NUI Galway Students’ Union during its first ever Consent Week, which begins on Monday, 14 February.

In partnership with Active* Consent, the events will look at key issues impacting on the sexual health and wellbeing of students including consent, image based sexual abuse, period poverty and STI awareness.

The workshop on Image Based Sexual Abuse will explore what “revenge porn” is, and why we need to rename it, legislation, and how to support victims emotionally and practically.

This is an issue that is on the rise rapidly in Ireland, and the Students’ Union says that there is a need to work to ensure people understand that this act can have very damaging consequences.

Active* Consent workshops will also provide a safe space to explore the nuances of sexual intimacy and consent so if people choose to be intimate with others it will be mutually consensual, mutually enjoyable and done safely.

The workshops will be interactive, informative, based on understandings of the context in which young people are exploring their sexuality, and share practical skills relevant for their own relationships.

The Active* Consent programme recently launched an online consent hub, www.consenthub.ie, which provides a range of resources and tools for young people, parents, student leaders and educators to raise awareness and knowledge on sexual consent.

Students’ Union Vice-President/Welfare and Equality Officer Cora Clarke said that there are some great workshops and events coming up this week for Consent Week.

“Students’ Unions and Universities need to take a strong lead in ending the culture of victim blaming as sexual violence and harassment are still prevalent issues in today’s world,” said Cora.

“Consent is Ongoing, Mutual and Freely Given – this is the core message of the NUIG Active* Consent programme.”

Students’ Union President Róisín Nic Lochlainn added: “We hope that our Consent week events will encourage our students to take a responsible attitude to sexual health and healthy relationships.

“We still have a long way to go in Irish society in terms of breaking down the taboo of talking about sex. We want our students to be educated about their sexual rights.”

Co-lead of the Active* Consent programme Dr Charlotte McIvor said that they are delighted to partner with the Students’ Union to for the series of events.

“Active* Consent remains committed to working directly with students to create and deliver consent education programming that is needed to where it is needed through events like Consent Week,”said Dr McIvor.

“It is important that if someone does decide to become intimate with others that the experience is a positive one for all involved.”

Winning €31 million EuroMillions ticket sold in Co. Clare!

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February 12, 2022

The National Lottery has revealed that the lucky jackpot winning ticket in last night’s Euromillions draw was sold in Co. Clare.

The jackpot was €30.9 million and the numbers drawn were: 13, 18, 38, 42 and 45 and the lucky stars were 7 and 11.

The National Lottery has said that people should check their tickets, sign them and keep them in a safe place if they have won the big prize.

They said that whoever has the lucky ticket should make contact with their claims team so that they can collect their winnings.

More details will be released about the location of the win, and the shop that the ticket was sold in, in the coming days.

City pizzeria offers Valentine’s pizza boxes for romantic couples this weekend!

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February 12, 2022

galway daily news deliveroo pizza romance valentine's day — Deliveroo - Gabriela Szeplaki Food Photography

Deliveroo has teamed up with Woozza Pizza in Galway city and Irish illustrator Fuschia MacAree to turn humble pizza boxes into Valentine’s Day cards over this weekend.

The distinctive design features two lovebirds enjoying a romantic night and even comes complete with a pun that is much cheesier than the pizza inside.

The quirky Valentine’s card pizzas are available exclusively through Deliveroo from today, Saturday 12th until Valentine’s Day on Monday.

Couples can nab themselves the limited edition collaboration by simply ordering from the pizza maestros at Woozza Wood Fired Pizza in Galway through the Deliveroo app.

They just need to request their pizza in one of the boxes by adding it as a free item to their basket.

To make this Valentine’s treat even more heartwarming, Deliveroo will be donating €5 to Helium Arts for every pizza sold.

Helium Arts empowers children living with medical conditions through creativity and the arts, giving them an opportunity for connection, belonging, imagination and joy.

Fuchsia MacAree, renowned Irish Illustrator, said that it has been great fun collaborating with Deliveroo this Valentine’s Day.

“I know first-hand how cathartic art can be, so am delighted this unique spin on a Valentine’s Day card will help support the amazing work Helium Arts does throughout Ireland,” said Fushia.

Arabella Jenkins, Spokesperson for Deliveroo Ireland: “We are extremely proud to support the fantastic work Helium Arts do with this creative collaboration.

“Fuchsia MacAree is such a talent and really brought this concept to life with her one-of-a-kind illustration that is sure to make your Valentine’s day pizza that extra bit ‘Roomantic’!”

Helene Hugel, CEO at Helium Arts explained that the participatory arts programmes Helium Arts provides help children and teenagers across Ireland that are living with the long-term effects of chronic illness.

“Through our programmes they develop their confidence, talent and independence, while we foster creative healthy environments around them so they have better outcomes.

“We’re delighted to see Deliveroo and Fuchsia shine a spotlight on the work we do and hope it encourages even more people to get involved.”

Concerns raised about ‘alarming levels of horrendous domestic violence’

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February 12, 2022

galway daily news cllr evelyn parsons calling for domestic violence refuges after saying that domestic violence is on the rise in ireland

A Galway County Councillor has voiced serious concerns about alarming levels of ‘horrendous’ domestic violence and called for a Domestic Violence Refuge.

Cllr Evelyn Parsons was speaking at a municipal meeting on Ballinasloe Local Area Plan, where she said there is a gross under provision of Domestic Violence Refuge places.

The Independent councillor said that approximately eight people fleeing domestic abuse are turned away daily and forced to remain living with their abuser in many instances or face homelessness.

Cllr Parsons described this as “cruel and totally unacceptable”, saying that there is a lack of adequate provision in the Galway County Council area.

“We cannot turn our backs on people in danger and in crisis, said Cllr Parsons.

“We desperately need more refuges and need to look at how we can support families in dire situations in our county and safely maintain children in their schools, women in their jobs, allow them to remain in touch with their support network, family, friends while escaping a violent relationship.”

Cllr Parsons pointed out there are just 144 refuges places for women and children even though Ireland’s target is 472 under the Istanbul convention.

Director of Housing Liam Hanrahan agreed to bring the matter before the Housing Special Policy Committee of Galway County Council.

There has been a 40 % rise in calls in the past year with Covid restrictions escalating incidences of DSGBV and there are still are no refuges for men encountering domestic violence in the state.

Cllr Parsons passed a motion last year calling for the publication of a third DSGBV Strategy and asked for the national audit on emergency accommodation to be expedited and also raised the issue at Regional Health Forum for victim supports.

“The system itself can re-traumatise the affected child and abused mother,” she said.

“It can put them in direct conflict with welfare conditions arising from involvement with Túsla.

“We are still waiting for the overdue reports I called for a year ago. It’s time that legal and welfare systems get real and consider emotional abuse and effects on the child’s welfare,” said Cllr Parsons.

But Domestic Violence Refuges are a response, not a solution, to the complex and wide-ranging issue, according to the councillor.

She said that information, judicial protection, and therapeutic supports are also needed.

“On a practical level a clear call for provision of a Domestic Violence Refuge is the most significant step we can take in our local area plan to help alleviate the misery, terror and damage and provide protection to victims, those targeted adults and defenceless children in an extreme crisis situation and I look forward to seeing this swiftly progressed.”

Burning agricultural waste is integral to good farming practice, says Galway TD

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February 12, 2022

Galway Daily news Farmers getting €13.4 million basic payment scheme refunds

Galway East TD Seán Canney has said that the burning of agricultural waste must continue as it is ‘integral’ to good farming practice.

He says that there is no point banning essential agricultural practices until there are alternatives in place.

Deputy Canney welcomed an extension of the exemption for farmers from regulations introduced in 2009 which make it illegal to dispose of waste by uncontrolled burning.

An article in the regulations allows for the disposal of waste by burning under certain conditions where the material to be burned consists of uncontaminated wood, trees, tree trimmings, leaves, brush, or other similar waste generated by agricultural practices only, provided that the burning is done as a final measure following the application of the waste hierarchy.

“We cannot ban the activity as it is integral to good farming practice and as there is no alternative option common sense must prevail” said Deputy Canney.

“As no progress has been made on the feasibility of alternative options to the burning of this waste such as mulching and chipping, it is proposed to provide a further one-year extension for 2022,” said Deputy Canney.

Senior hurling team named for Galway v Limerick

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February 11, 2022

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

The Galway senior hurling squad to face Limerick in the Allianz League this weekend has been confirmed.

Galway and Limerick will meet this Saturday in the TUS Gaelic Grounds, with throw-in at 7pm.

Live coverage of the game will be broadcast on RTÉ 2. Match tickets can be purchased online or at selected Centra & SuperValu stores.

Tickets will not be available at the gate on the evening.

This is the Galway hurlers second game of the League, after cruising to a solid 4-22 to 0-17 victory against Offaly in Salthill last week.

The full Galway squad for the coming game is:

Eanna Murphy (Tommy Larkins)
Jack Grealish (Gort)
Daithí Burke (Turloughmore)
Jack Fitzpatrick (Killimordaly)
Padraic Mannion (Ahascragh Fohenagh)
Gearóid McInerney (Oranmore Maree)
Tiernan Killeen (Loughrea)
Joseph Cooney (Sarsfields)
Ronan Glennon (Mullagh)
Tom Monaghan (Craughwell)
Jack Hastings (Liam Mellows)
Cianan Fahy (Ardrahan)
Eanna Burke (St Thomas)
Conor Wheelan (Kinvara)
Cathal Mannion (Ahascragh Fohenagh)
Darach Fahy (Ardrahan)
Darren Morrissey (Sarsfields)
Declan Cronin (Cappataggle)
Fintan Burke (St Thomas)
Shane Ryan (Clarinbridge)
Johnny Coen (Loughrea)
Seán Loftus (Turloughmore)
David Burke (St Thomas)
Conor Cooney (St Thomas)
Donal O’Shea (Salthill Knocknacarra)
Gavin Lee (Clarinbridge)

Gardaí warn of growing romance scams ahead of Valentine’s Day

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February 11, 2022

Ahead of Valentines Day this year, Gardaí are cautioning people looking to meet someone online to be wary of Romance Scams.

Romance Fraud incidents increased by 86% last year according to Garda figures, with women comprising seven out of ten victims.

Scammers may try to get their victims to send them money using tricks such as needing the cost of travel to see the victim, for emergency medical expenses, or a business opportunity the victim is invited to invest in.

Gardaí say that there is a growing link between romance fraud and investment scams, which ultimately see the funds transferred to the fraudster through a number of linked accounts.

Members of the public are advised to be vigilant as there are huge risks involved in investing in cryptocurrencies and not to share any money with someone they meet through online websites or apps.

Some of the notable incidents of fraud where a 51-year-old female transferred €90,000 to a man she believed she was in a relationship with, ostensibly to invest in his business.

A 65 year old woman reported losing €35,000 to Gardaí as a result scams carried out by a man she met through social media.

Throughout their online relationship she was convinced to purchase stream cards and send the codes directly onto her male friend, subsequently she then transferred money to various accounts in Malaysia.

An Garda Síochána wishes to provide the following information and advice to members of the public:

What are the Signs?

Romance Fraudsters will:

Try to move communications away from dating websites. They suggest that you move to instant messaging, text or phone calls instead.
Ask a lot of personal questions.
Avoid answering personal questions about themselves. The details that they do tell you seem made up or do not reflect reality. For instance, they may say that they are university educated, but their spelling and grammar is poor.
Try to establish a bond quickly. For example, they may give you an endearing pet name e.g. baby, darling, etc.
Ask for financial help. They may tell you about money problems in the hope that you will offer to help.
Ask you to invest in a fraudulent scheme or business.
Never meet you in person. They will present obstacles and may go as far as making arrangements and cancelling them at the last minute. They may promise to want to see you but offer excuses which delay this, such as financial troubles.

What can you do?

Use trusted dating websites
Do not share personal details
Do not send or receive money
Think twice before using your webcam
Trust your instincts

Plans for older persons housing development in Gort

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February 11, 2022

Galway Daily news Green light for new apartment complex in Rahoon

Planning approval is being sought for a housing scheme in the Gort area, specifically meant for older people.

Mount Fuji Ltd is seeking planning permission for 62 houses and apartments at Lavally, Gort off the Station Road.

This will specifically be housing for older persons with a support scheme in place.

The housing will consist of 52 apartments, 24 one-bedroom units and 28 two-bedroom units, and 10 houses.

The housing scheme will also include a tea room and a public communal space.

The estate will be served by 34 car parking spaces, as well as 59 bicycle spaces.

Other works involved in the scheme would include landscaping, and enhancements to the Station Road, including a new footpath.

The Gort River Walk pathway along the western edge of the western edge of the site will be retained and enhanced.

Galway County Council is due to make a decision on this planning application by March 14 of this year.

Galway United launch striking new home jersey

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February 11, 2022

Galway Daily sport Galway United launch striking new home jersey

Galway United have launched their striking new Home jersey, featuring a design inspired by Galway’s history as the City of the Tribes.

The new jersey, produced by O’Neill’s Sportswear, is decked out with Celtic iconography paying homage to iconic aspects of Galway’s history.

The design is centred around a Claddagh Ring, a tribute to the club’s origins in the Claddagh as Galway Rovers FC. Over 400 years old the world renowned Claddagh Ring symbolises Friendship, Loyalty and Love.

Flanking the Claddagh Ring is a fleet of stylised Galway Hookers. A subtle nod to our cities most recognisable of symbols.

This is not the first occasion Galway hookers have featured on a Galway United Kit, last appearing in the club’s bespoke 2017 kits as well.

“Diving into the 2022 season… our vision for the new kit was clear, let’s create a kit that represents Galway” cites Morgan O’Brien, lead designer.

“We are witnessing an evolution on and off the field. The club’s reach has grown significantly over the past number of seasons, despite the effects of the pandemic.”

“We’ve attracted some very exciting players domestically as well as internationally and the Maroon Army’s numbers are stronger than ever. Friday nights in Eamonn Deacy Park are something special.”

A pair of Harps adorn the shoulders and across the stomach features a motif of the ‘Green Man’ holding a traditional shamrock.

The Green Man is a legendary Celtic entity, interpreted as a symbol of rebirth and new growth.

The stylised image of Princess Galvia, mythical princess and daughter of the mythical King Breasal, from which the city allegedly derives its name, is featured on the back of the kit.

In a statement of support for LGBTQ+ rights, the jersey will feature rainbow trimmed player numbers across their backs.

The crest of the Galway United Friends COOP will also adorn the back, below the neck, a thank you to volunteers and supporters who helped the club throughout the years.

“Galway is a ‘City of Tribes’” Morgan O’Brien adds, “and it takes a tribe to build a league of Ireland team the entire county can be proud of.”

“Every detail on this year’s kit, every stitch, pays tribute to our players, our fans and our academy. This is our city….our heritage.”

The jersey is available to pre-order online now through the club’s online shop and will be launching to the general public at the beginning of March.

Galway restaurant & wine bar awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand status

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February 11, 2022

Galway Daily food & drink Galway restaurant & wine bar awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand — Éan Bakery, Restaurant, and Wine Bar. Photo: Éan via Facebook

A Galway restaurant has been awarded the coveted Michelin Bib Gourmand status in the latest round of awards from the prestigious Michelin Guide.

Éan restaurant, wine bar, and bakery is one of three new Irish additions to the Bib Gourmand guide announced today.

The Bib Gourmand guide recognises establishments that offer a simple yet skillfully delivered three course meal for under €40.

Éan comes from a world classic establishment, as it is owned by Enda McEvoy and Sinead Meacle, the properties of the Michelin Star restaurant Loam in the city.

“So it’s no surprise to see a similar approach to seasonality, sourcing and sustainability at this artisan bakery-cum-café, which morphs into a wine bar in the evenings,” the guide states.

“Pastries, sandwiches, salads and soups are on the menu at lunch, while dinner sees creative, confidently executed dishes like squid toast with white miso & bonito, or lamb shoulder with cider carrots, designed for sharing.

“A natural, biodynamic and organic wine list completes the picture,” the assessment concludes.

€10 million announced for over 100 Galway sports clubs

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February 11, 2022

Over €10.2 million has been announced for sports clubs and organisations across Galway under the latest round of the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme (SCEP).

The money will go towards equipment, gyms, pitch resurfacing, lighting, and capital projects such as new dressing rooms gyms.

The funding is spread across a wide variety of sports, including GAA, golf, tennis, Camóige and judo.

The full national amount provided totals €150 million, which is a record allocation.

Commenting on the funding, Minister for Disabilities and Galway East TD Anne Rabbitte said the grants are a massive investment in Galway sports across a diverse range of clubs and organisations covering the full spectrum of ages.

“This will be a major boost to facilities across communities in Galway and is indicative of how important sport is in every community in the county,” said Minister Rabbitte.

“These clubs and organisations are the backbone of many communities – it is what binds them.”

She said that it is also great to see Galway clubs receive funding for projects deemed to be of “regional” significance.

“This is indicative of the scale of some of the projects and facilities being developed, including Moanbaun in Athenry – a joint venture between Athenry Association Football Club and Athenry Athletics Clubs – which is receiving €300,000 for the provision of a regional eight lane running track.”

The Galway County Board has been allocated €297,073 for the redevelopment of Tuam Stadium and the Galway Camogie Board has been granted €35,788 for ball stop netting and the completion of works on dressing rooms.

All unsuccessful applicants will be given the opportunity to appeal the Department’s decision and information on the appeal process will issue to relevant organisations in the coming weeks. €6 million has been set aside to cover successful appeals under this process.

A full list of the successful clubs and the amounts they will receive can be found HERE.

Bishop Michael Duignan appointed new Bishop of Galway

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February 11, 2022

Athlone native Michael Duignan has been appointed the new Bishop of Galway.

He will replace Bishop Brendan Kelly, who will now retire after serving as Bishop of Galway since December 2017.

Bishop Duignan was appointed Bishop of Clonfert in 2019, taking the helm after the retirement of Bishop John Kirby, who served as Bishop for 31 years.

The Athlone native will now serve as the Bishop of Galway, Kilmacduagh, Kilfenora and Clonfert.

Born in July 1970, Bishop Duignan is the eldest of a family of six, and his primary education was at Cloonakilla National School and St. Aloysius College, Athlone.

In Rome he attended the Pontifical Gregorian University where he graduated with a Baccalaureate in Philosophy in 1990 and a Baccalaureate in Theology in 1993.

As a postgraduate student he completed a Licentiate in Dogmatic Theology in 1995.

In 1993, he was ordained a deacon in the Basilica of Santa Prassede, Rome by Dominic Conway, Bishop of Elphin.

Then in July 1994, Bishop Conway ordained him a priest in the Church of S.S. Peter and Paul, Athlone.

After completing his Licentiate, he ministered as curate in the Cathedral Parish of St Mary’s, Sligo and subsequently as chaplain to the Institute of Technology, Sligo before returning to Rome to complete doctoral studies in contemporary trinitarian theology at the Pontifical Gregorian University with Father Gerald O Collins SJ.

Returning from Rome, he ministered as Curate in the Parish of Ahamlish and Innismurray, Cliffoney, Co Sligo and began teaching Theology, Philosophy and Religious Education at St Angela’s College (A College of NUI, Galway), Cloghereevagh, Co. Sligo.

In 2005 he was appointed full-time Lecturer in Religious Education and Chaplain at St Angela’s College.

First governing body appointed for Atlantic Technological University

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February 11, 2022

Galway daily news Free GMIT food entrepreneurship course course returns

The first governing body of the new Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has been appointed today.

It follows the granting of technological university status to GMIT, Sligo IT and Letterkenny IT, which will all cease to exist from 1 April.

Maura McNally, Chair of the Bar Council of Ireland, has been appointed as the chair of the first governing body of the ATU.

Welcoming the appointment, Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris said that Ms McNally brings “a vast and invaluable wealth of experience to the role which will be crucial in steering the new Technological University through its formation.”

“She will be ably assisted by colleagues Ms Oonagh Monaghan, founder and Managing Director of Alpha Omega Consultants Ltd and Felim McNeela, founder of Avenue Mould Solutions, as external members of the governing body, along with Ms Anne McHugh, Chief Executive of Donegal ETB, who is the nominee of all three Education and Training Boards in whose areas the TU multi-campuses are located,” he said.

The first governing body will establish and implement the election and appointment procedures to fill the remaining posts on the governing body from cohorts including undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic and non-academic staff as well as a number of additional external members.

The appointments were made following an open competition process operated by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science.

Gardaí renew appeal for missing man last seen at Eyre Square

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February 11, 2022

Galway Daily news "Fear and anxiety" at anti-social behaviour in Eyre Square

Gardaí are renewing their appeal to the public to help find Dean McCann who went missing from his home in Drumcondra, Dublin on 5 February.

Dean (28) was last sighted at a Bank of Ireland ATM in Eyre Square, Galway city shortly after 7am on Sunday morning, 6 February.

He is described as being 5’ 11” in height, with a slim build, short brown hair and a beard.

When in Galway city , Dean was seen wearing a navy Superdry puffer jacket with a green check pattern on the shoulders and chest, black Adidas tracksuit bottoms with white stripes, a white t-shirt and black Adidas runners with a white sole.

Dean may also be wearing a grey Carhartt beanie hat and a gold St. Christopher medal.

Gardaí believe Dean may be travelling throughout the country and both Gardaí and Dean’s family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information on Dean’s whereabouts are asked to contact Santry Garda Station on 01 666 4000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

Two weather warnings for Galway with stormy night forecast

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February 11, 2022

Galway daily weather Met Eireann weather warning in force for Galway today

Very wet and windy weather is forecast across Co. Galway this evening and overnight, with Met Éireann issuing two weather warnings for the county.

A status yellow weather warning for rainfall will begin at 6pm today Friday, and last for 12 hours, with heavy rain bringing a possibility of flooding in Galway, Kerry and Cork.

Another warning for wind will come into force at 3pm this afternoon, and will remain in place until midnight.

Met Éireann say strong south or southwest winds gusting up to 100km/h will affect Galway, Donegal and Mayo.

Highest temperatures of 7 or 8 degrees Celsius are forecast this afternoon.

Tomorrow, Saturday will be see some sunny spells developing after the rain clears eastwards.

The showers will ease later in the day but it will be another windy day with, fresh and gusty southwest winds. Highest temperatures will be between 8 and 10 degrees.

Met Éireann say that there is some uncertainty in the forecast for Sunday, but it looks like outbreaks of rain will move up over the country with some heavy bursts in places.

The rain looks set to clear northwards in the evening with scattered showers to follow.

School transport application process now open for next school year

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February 11, 2022

Galway Daily news school transport deadline 2023

Parents and guardians of school children have been urged to ensure that they apply for school transport for next year before the deadline in April.

New applications for the School Transport Scheme for the 2022/23 school year opened recently, and they must be made by Friday, 29 April.

This applies only to new applicants seeking primary and/or post-primary school transport for the new school year.

New applicants include students starting school in September 2022, students moving school, including those moving from primary to secondary school, and students who have or will move address before the new school year.

Galway East TD Seán Canney urged parents and guardians to apply in good time, as “missing this deadline may mean no seat will be available, even for students deemed eligible based on distance from the nearest school.”

For more information about school transport, visit www.buseireann.ie/schooltransport.

Gardaí issue urgent appeal after dangerous drugs stolen in Loughrea

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February 10, 2022

Galway Daily news missing teen found safe

Gardaí are urgently appealing for information on the whereabouts of a number of dangerous drugs that were stolen in a burglary at a property in Loughrea.

The burglary took place in Loughrea in the early hours of Wednesday, 9 February.

Gardaí say the stolen drugs are primarily intended for animal use only and can be dangerous if consumed by humans.

The drugs include:

•             Euthatal 11x 100ml – barbiturate euthanasia (lethal)
•             Chanazine 2% 12 x 25mls – sedative
•             Medesedan 4 x 10mls – sedative
•             Torbugesic 1 x 10mls – sedative
•             Ketamine 3 x 50mls
•             Ketufen 100ms x 5 – Anti inflammatory
•             Flunixin 1 – Anti inflammatory

If anyone comes into contact with what they suspect to be these substances, Gardaí have warned them not to consume them.

They are asked to hand them in to any Garda Station so that the drugs are taken out of circulation.

Gardaí are asking that anyone with information on the whereabouts of these drugs contact Loughrea Garda Station on 091 841222, 999/112 or the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111.

Deadline approaching in Texaco Children’s Art Competition

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February 10, 2022