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There’s more to running a successful online store than having a fantastic checkout experience and plenty of products for customers to choose from. Today’s business leaders need to think carefully about how they can boost their chances of being found and chosen by customers, in a sea of competing brands. A strong website design and some social media and paid advertising campaigns can give you a good head start.

However, in the long-term, you’ll find a huge portion of your potential leads will likely come from searches with Google. Most of today’s consumers start their search for products by typing a few keywords into Google. So, when you’re building a website with Open Cart, how easy is it to make sure that you’re capturing the attention of both the search engines and your buyers?

Can You Optimize an Open Cart Store?

The good news for today’s site owners is that it’s usually possible to optimize any online store. All you really need is the right strategy, and a little bit of guidance. For instance, the basics of SEO, like using the keywords that your customers search for most often in blog content, will apply to your store too. You can also rest assured that Open Cart is a great tool for maintaining a fast, high performance store, so your bounce rate should be pretty low.

Additionally, because Open Cart is quite well-known among today’s ecommerce brands, there’s also plenty of guidance available online to help you. Guides can even show you how to master the best SEO strategies for beginners and improve the visibility of your OpenCart shop. Some of the basic strategies might include:

Optimizing headers and title tags: OpenCart gives you the option to control and configure header and title tags, provided that you have the SEO Backpack integration. You’ll need to download this integration before building your pages.
Upgrading URLs: Every page you make on OpenCart, including the pages for your individual products, should be optimized for the search engines. This includes making sure keywords appear in your links when necessary.
Internal linking: Creating an internal map of connected products within your store, such as items linked to a specific category, should improve your chances of appealing to search engines like Google.
Product image optimization: Optimizing product pages with alt text (So people know what your pictures include even when they can’t see it), the right file name, and a strong quality level will help you appeal to the search engines too.

Improving your Store’s Ranking

To thrive in today’s digital world, you need a way to stand out from the competition, and connect with your target audience. Knowing how to optimize your website is absolutely essential if you want to reach the right customers. However, you’ll need to be willing to keep working on your campaign and enhancing your efforts as the search engine algorithms change. Remember, as the online world evolves, your SEO strategy will need to change with it, no matter which site builder you use.

COVID-19: 581 cases reported today

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July 10, 2021

Galway Daily news 25 percent drop in COVID cases in Galway hospitals

There have been a further 581 cases of COVID-19 reported by the Department of Health today

As of this morning there were 52 people in Ireland hospitalised with COVID-19, of whom 16 are in the ICU.

There is no county breakdown of the daily cases available.

These case numbers may change in the future following review and validation of this data.

Public asked to contribute to Galway Barn Owl survey

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galway daily news barn owl survey in galway

People in Galway are being asked to help with a survey on Barn Owls in the county which is being carried out this summer.

BirdWatch Ireland is asking the public and landowners to report information on Barn Owls in an online survey aiming to examine how the birds are currently faring here.

The findings of the survey will be used to make sure nest sites are protected and help conservation efforts which will include providing nest boxes.

Barn Owls were once a common sight in Galway, but over recent decades, their populations have suffered extensive declines and they are now a Red-listed Bird of Conservation Concern in Ireland.

As a top predator and sentinel species for the health of our countryside, BirdWatch Ireland says that the declines in Barn Owl populations are extremely worrying.

The changing agricultural landscape has resulted in the loss of suitable habitats, including a reduction of prey-rich foraging habitat and nesting sites.

Alongside these land use changes and the loss of habitat, the increased use and increased toxicity of anti-coagulant rodenticides, as well as the expansion of major road networks, are likely to be the main factors which have influenced the declines in the Barn Owl populations.

But despite Barn Owl populations declining in recent decades, there seems to be early indications that they may be recovering in Galway.

In recent years, Barn Owl pairs have re-established in old ruins which have not held Barn Owls for many years.

One of the reasons for this recovery may be due to the range expansion of non-native small mammal species, the Greater White-toothed Shrew and the Bank Vole, both of which are recent arrivals to Galway and are taken as prey by Barn Owls and other predators.

John Lusby of BirdWatch Ireland said that it is a “very special experience to glimpse the ghostly form of the Barn Owl floating silently over their hunting grounds in the dead of night, or to hear their eerie screeches and strange snoring calls.”

“Everybody who has been lucky enough to see this remembers such an encounter, and we are asking people to report this information to us, which will greatly help our survey efforts to locate nest sites and to determine the health of the population,” said Mr Lusby.

He added that they are also looking for information on Barn Owl nest boxes in the county, and many different groups and individuals have gone to great effort to help Barn Owls in Galway by installing purpose-built nest boxes.

“We hope to get a better idea of how many nest boxes are in place and the proportion that are being used by Barn Owl, and we would ask that anyone that has put up a nest box to let us know,” he said.

You can help the survey and conservation efforts by reporting any information that you have on Barn Owls in the county by visiting here or visit the BirdWatch Ireland website.

BirdWatch Ireland has also stressed that Barn Owls are a protected species and can be very sensitive to disturbance, and that potential nest sites should never be approached or interfered with in any way.

The Barn Owl Survey in Galway is supported by the Heritage Office, Galway Co Council through the National Biodiversity Action Plan Fund, and the NPWS.

No time added to sentence for habitual burglar’s office break-in

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July 10, 2021

Galway Daily courts Man charged in connection

A man already serving almost four years in prison was sentenced to no additional jail time for burglary at the offices of Failte Ireland in Galway City.

Chris Easywood (44) pleaded guilty to breaking into the offices of Failte Ireland on the Tuam Road on the evening of February 24 this year, and stealing three desktop computers.

Galway District Court heard evidence that at 5:45pm on the evening in question, Easywood forced his way into the offices, and once inside he placed the computers into a box and exited.

Gardaí said that he then left the scene in a taxi. The computers, which contained sensitive customer information, were never recovered.

Easywood, who formerly had an address at Ballindooley, Headford Road, had 80 previous convictions, including 48 for burglary.

Mr. Easywood’s solicitor Sean Acton told the court that he is already serving a total of three years and nine months in prison.

Part of this is a nine month sentence also imposed by Judge Keane at Galway District Court on May 7.

The judge decided not to extend his prison sentence, taking the offence into consideration in conjunction with the sentence already imposed.

Galway City Central has highest COVID incidence rate in county

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July 10, 2021

galway daily news 14-day incidence rate of COVID-19 in county galway

The two-week incidence rate of COVID-19 in the Galway City Central electoral area is the highest in the county with 119.8 cases per 100,000 people.

But all of the other Local Electoral Areas in Co. Galway had incidence rates below the national average which was 117.7 when the data was taken this week.

Galway City West has the second highest rate in the county at 114 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in 14 days, while the rate in both Galway City East and Athenry-Oranmore stands at 94.

Ballinasloe has the lowest rate in the county, with 18 cases per 100,000 people. Just five cases were reported there in the two weeks to 5 July.

Conamara North’s rate now stands at 64 and Conamara South’s rate is 47.

The rate in Gort-Kinvara is 60 cases per 100,000 people, and Tuam’s incidence rate is 48 as of 5 July.

NUI Galway to host annual Theatre Studies Conference next week

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July 10, 2021

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

The annual conference of the International Federation for Theatre Research will be held online by NUI Galway from Monday 12 July.

With 800 speakers from more than 40 countries around the world, the five-day conference will discuss the theme of ‘Theatre Ecologies’, exploring topics related to the environment, ecology, the impact of Covid-19 on theatre, and more.

In a first for the International Federation for Theatre Research, the conference will be held virtually, allowing international delegates to experience a Galway academic event from their own homes.

It is also the first time that the conference has been hosted by an Irish university.

Speaking ahead of the opening of conference, Professor of Drama and Theatre Studies at NUI Galway, Patrick Lonergan said that the event is a major moment for Drama and Theatre Studies at NUI Galway.

“The University launched its BA in Drama in 2011, and it is particularly fitting that, a decade later, we have the opportunity to welcome the world’s theatre scholars to this Galway event,” said Professor Lonergan.

“This gives us an opportunity to showcase the excellence of theatre-making and theatre research in Galway, to celebrate our partnerships with local arts organisations, and to create new international relationships and networks.”

The move online has produced unexpected benefits, according to Professor Lonergan, who said that while the postponement of last year’s conference was disappointing, the development of an online conference has shown that there are new ways to stage academic events.

“Given that our conference explores the theme of theatre ecologies, it seems particularly fitting that the 2021 conference will have a very limited carbon footprint,” he said.

“We’ve also benefitted enormously from the specialised help and advice of the NUI Galway conference office, and our conference secretariat Abbey Conference and Events.”

€2.6m refurbishment of old Tuam Library to be completed this year

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Galway Daily news €2.6m refurbishment of old Tuam Library to be completed this year

Work on the €2.6 million redevelopment of the old library in Tuam is expected to be completed by October of this year.

Construction work is currently underway on refurbishing the former library for use as an Intreo Centre.

Galway East TD Seán Canney said that “I expect that works which are ongoing will be complete by October this year.”

The building is owned by Galway County Council, which has leased it to the Department of Social Protection for its new purpose.

The refurbishments involve extensive work on the interior of the building to make it into a modern office space, along with restoration of its historic fabric.

On the outside facade conservation works are be done on the wrought iron gate and historic window.

The existing cement fascia panels are being removed to reveal the original sandstone and brickwork design which will be restored.

Other external works include the replacement of multiple non-historic windows and skylights, the removal of a chimney, and the infill of a rear emergency escape.

Inside the library, the work being done includes demolishing the stairs to make way for modern public areas, offices and other facilities.

The works are being managed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) and the main contractor is Finnia Construction.

“The investment of €2.6 million is a major boost for Tuam and North Galway. It also will bring back in use a public building in the centre of the town,” Seán Canney said.

“It will also bring together social welfare services under one roof,” The Independent TD added.

The old building has been closed since the library service relocated to its current home in the council offices back in 2009.

COVID-19: 631 cases reported today

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There have been a further 631 cases of COVID-19 reported by the Department of Health this evening, as the number of daily cases continues to climb.

This is the first time since late April that there have been more than 600 cases reported in a single day.

As of 8am this morning there were 50 people in Ireland hospitalised with COVID-19, of whom 15 are in the ICU.

Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, said that this number of cases is a “cause of concern”, and shows that the disease is becoming prevalent in communities once again.

“We know there is worry and frustration out there, particularly for young people who have had significant parts of their lives put on hold by this disease.”

“We ask if you are not yet vaccinated, to hold firm to the public health advice as you await your vaccine. Please continue to manage your contacts, meet outdoors and avoid crowds.”

“If you experience symptoms of COVID-19 or have any concerns, please isolate and seek a free PCR test as soon as possible,” Tony Holohan said.

“If you are not yet fully vaccinated and a close contact of a person that has tested positive for COVID-19, you also need to isolate and get a free PCR test.”

Galway software company creating 42 jobs with NUIG partnership

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July 9, 2021

146aro nuig research software — Photo Credit: Andrew Downes, xposure

The Galway based company Aró Digital Strategy expects to create 42 new jobs as a result of a new research partnership with NUIG.

Twelve of the new positions will be filled this year, with the remaining 30 expected to be filled over the next five years.

Aró and the university’s Insight Centre for Data Analytics have teamed up to develop a platform for hotels worldwide that it meant to increase direct bookings.

The research programme between the two will first involve analysing the existing online traffic and activity, sales potential, and above all conversion to revenue, at 14 participating hotels.

Using the insights from this research they aim to create an digital platform which will enable hotels to optimise and streamline their direct booking business within the business.

It will allow Aró Digital Strategy Hotel clients to acquire, engage convert and retain customers, targeting a 50% growth in direct bookings, along with a reduction in costs.

Triona Mac Giolla Rí, Director and co-founder of Aró Digital Strategy said that this partnership will bring “transformative innovation and change” to hotels they serve worldwide.

“The collaboration with NUIG and its Insight Centre, together with the benefit of actionable Artificial Intelligence will permit us to deepen our commitment to service excellence for clients and we will redefine what high touch engagement means to our Luxury hotel clients.”

Aró Digital Strategy, has its headquarters in the Connemara Gaeltacht on the edge of Europe in Furbo and has an international sales office in London.

Founded by husband and wife team, Triona Mac Giolla Rí and Alan Rowe, both are NUI Galway Graduates and Galway natives who’ve steadily grown Aró Digital Strategy over 23 years.

In Ireland, their clients include Ballynahinch Castle, Connemara; Hayfield Manor, Cork; Titanic Hotel Belfast; and Powerscourt Hotel in Wicklow to mention a few.

This research programme will be piloted on twelve of Ireland’s Leading luxury 4 and 5 star hotels and two international resorts.

Its announcement comes after the company invested €2 million in a Research and Development Unit at its Galway Headquarters.

Based on this they are recruiting 12 key senior roles at the company in 2021 with a further 30 forecast by 2026.

Over 10,000 fines issued through speed camera vans in Galway last year

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July 9, 2021

Galway Daily news Increase in use of speed cameras on roads

More speeding fines were issued in Galway last year than over the previous two years combined.

A total of 10,047 fines were issued in the county in 2020 through speed camera vans, compared to 4,255 in 2019 and 3,856 in 2018.

Aontú, which obtained the statistics, argues that a discussion must take place on the merits and success rates of these vans.

The party says that while the number of speeding fines doubled in 2020, there has not been a dramatic reduction in the number of fatalities on Galway roads.

Aontú’s Tuam representative Luke Silke said that everyone is familiar with the purpose that speed camera vans serve, but there are questions to be answered as to why the number of fines issued in 2020 is so high compared to previous years.

“It would appear to me and to many people in my constituency that speed camera vans are intentionally located in areas where they are likely to catch people,” said Mr Silke.

“We’re all familiar with locations where speed camera vans are to be seen couched between bushes in the ditches of roads which have unusually low speed limits.”

He said that in his opinion, if we are serious about saving lives, attention must be focused particularly on seatbelt-wearing and safety campaigns.

“I think in terms of speeding questions need to be answered about which road safety initiative saves the most lives.”

Mr Silke argued that the digital displays which show the speed cars are travelling at are successfully reducing speeding incidents.

He said that his party would like to see much more of these installed on Galway’s roads, and said that while road safety is very important, there needs to be logic to the speed camera vans.

€200k announced for 12 Galway community and voluntary groups

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July 9, 2021

galway daily news funding for galway charities

Almost €200,000 in COVID Stability funding has been announced for 12 community and voluntary groups in Galway.

The funding for groups in Galway includes €80,000 for Croí Heart and Stroke charity, €12,000 for Forbairt Maigh Cuilinn, €8,000 for Bád Tarrthála Charna & na nOileán and €2,000 for Clifden Area Renewal Company.

Welcoming the funding announcement by Minister Heather Humphreys, Galway Senator Seán Kyne said that community and voluntary groups have found it difficult to maintain services to their communities since the start of the pandemic.

He said that this funding will go some way to filling the gap left by the difficulty in fundraising for these groups.

“Groups within the Community and Voluntary sector do incredible work in their local areas across the county and we must ensure that they are in a position to continue their efforts through the Covid pandemic and beyond,” said Senator Kyne.

UHG and Portiuncula emergency departments extremely busy today

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July 9, 2021

UHG and Portiuncula Hospitals in Galway are reporting long waiting times and bed pressure today due to extremely busy emergency departments.

The Saolta Hospital Group has warned that the emergency departments in both of Galway’s acute hospitals are very busy today.

This has led to extreme pressure on beds, and long waiting times for patients to get a bed when they are admitted.

“We would like to remind the public that we encourage them to attend an Emergency Department only in the case of real emergencies,” a statement from the hospital group issued today said.

“If your health problem is not an emergency you should contact your GP during normal surgery hours or the Westdoc GP Out of hours service, in the first instance.”

“We would also like to remind patients that the Injury Unit in Roscommon University Hospital is open from 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to treat a range of injuries in both adults and children over five years of age.”

“We are committed to treating everyone who presents at our Emergency Departments but we do so strictly in order of medical priority and apologise for the long wait times.”

Peopel attending the A&E are advised that, due to ongoing COVID-19 guidelines, people are to wait in the A&E alone, and that a companion will only be permitted exceptional circumstances.

Engineering works to disrupt Galway – Dublin trains this weekend

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July 9, 2021

Galway Daily news New timetable adds stops on Galway train services — file photo

Disruptions are expected to rail travel between Galway and Dublin this weekend, with a number of services operating as bus transfers.

Irish Rail is carrying out line improvement works between Hazelhatch and Portarlington this Saturday and Sunday, with the majority of disruption expected tomorrow.

One regularly scheduled train on Saturday has been cancelled, the 6:30pm Heuston to Galway service.

Multiple other trains will be operating as bus transfers for the leg of the journey between Athlone and Dublin throughout the day on Saturday.

Less disruption is expected on Sunday, with just one train in the morning running a bus transfer, the 8am Heuston – Galway service.

The 11am Galway – Heuston train will be delayed by half an hour, and the 11:40 Heuston – Galway train will not stop at Clara.

For a full list of all the rail services affected by these works, go to: irishrail.ie/en-ie/news/irishrail-engineering-works

Quality over Price: The 5 Best Materials for Your Furniture at Home

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July 9, 2021

There are a lot of things to consider when buying new furniture and equipment for your home. Most people will always consider the price first, regardless of the quality. There is nothing wrong with that. You are just ensuring that it is still within your budget. However, you might not be going to benefit from your furniture if they have low quality and you’ll spend again buying new ones or having expensive repairs.

With that said, it’s a good idea to consider the quality over price. But you don’t have to buy them right away; instead, you set a budget first, then buy them. Besides, having good quality materials doesn’t always come with a high price. Nevertheless, here are the best high-quality materials you may consider buying when it comes to your furniture and equipment at home.

Solid Wood Materials

If you plan to renovate and organize your kitchen, one of your best options is to purchase ready to assemble cabinets or rta cabinets. When you buy these types of cabinets, it’s a good idea to choose a solid wood material like mahogany or teak. From its name, you can ensure that it is of excellent quality, and you can ensure that you can benefit from it for a long time.

In addition, it’s a good idea to purchase solid wood because they are non-toxic materials. Meaning they are not poisonous or harmful, which is suitable for parents who have kids or pets at home. Besides, these hardwoods are not that expensive when it comes to their price since they are the most common material used to create cabinets.

Leather Materials

If you plan to buy a new sofa and you are in doubt about what material to look for, then it would be best to buy leather material. These materials may come at a high price, but it is worth your money. Why? Because leather sofas are one of the most durable and refined sofas out there that can last for a very long time as long as it is appropriately cared for.

The reason why leather sofas are a bit costly is because of additional charges in maintaining the sofas to make them durable and survive for a decade. But you can never be doubtful when it comes to their quality, and if you have pets at home, this is the best sofa for you because you can easily wipe off those pet stains and leather sofas are odor resistant.

Cotton Materials

When you purchase new bed sheets or new beddings, don’t just look for their features, but also the quality. With that said, the best quality to look for in your new bed sheets is cotton fabric materials. They are fluffy, easy to care for, durable, and flexible. Still, the best reason why you should consider buying cotton fabric is they are of high quality and affordable price.

However, don’t get confused with what types of cotton fabric you will purchase. Here are the lists below:

Egyptian cotton – which is the softest, high-quality, and most comfortable cotton fabric.
Upland cotton – although not that soft, they are still the most popular cotton fabric globally.
Cotton jersey – they are made as knit instead of woven.
Combed cotton – from its name, short fibers are already removed at the manufacturing stage, so all that’s left is the softest cotton fabric.

Regardless of what type of cotton fabric you choose, you can never go wrong with the lists mentioned above.

Porcelain Tile Materials

If you plan to renovate or improve your living room by changing your floor, it would be best to consider porcelain tile flooring. Choosing porcelain tile is an all-around win. They are high-quality materials that you can ensure are worth your money. What makes them a good option is they are moisture-resistant, pet friendly, and non-allergenic.

Not only that, the reason why it is an all-around win when choosing porcelain tile as your flooring is that they are not only perfect for your living room but also in your bathroom. Most slippery accidents happen in the bathroom, and if you have kids or elderly, they are prone to this, or even you. However, you can avoid these accidents with porcelain tiles because they are slip-resistant.

Concrete Materials

When changing the design or the materials on your wall, regardless if it is in your bedroom or living room, it would be best to consider concrete materials. They are high-quality, durable materials that can last a lifetime for the most part of your house. Besides, they are a good option if you live in a noisy area since they can block or absorb sound.

Not only that, concrete materials have been tested and proven as one of the best materials to counter fire and wind. So if you live in a location where it is prone to hurricanes, then building your wall using concrete material is your best option. The walls will remain standstill, and you only need to change the roof just in case a fortuitous event will occur.

Takeaway

When it comes to having the best quality materials for your furniture and equipment at home, never hesitate to invest. It’s always a good idea to consider quality over price. With that said, those mentioned above are the best high-quality materials you may consider buying when it comes to your furniture and equipment at home. With proper budgeting, you will have them.

COVID-19: 534 new cases as CMO urges people to socialise safely this weekend

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

The Department of Health has reported 534 new cases of COVID-19 today.

As of 8am today, 58 COVID-19 patients are hospitalised across the country, of whom 17 are in ICU.

Galway’s 14-day incidence rate is now 76.7 cases per 100,000 people, as of 6 July.

Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan said that as we come into the weekend, it is extremely important that we continue to adhere to the public health advice to stop the spread of the disease.”

He said that if you are not yet fully vaccinated and you plan to socialise, please do so safely and meet outdoors.

“Please avoid crowds, wear a mask where appropriate, wash your hands, manage your contacts and maintain your social distance.

“If you develop symptoms of COVID-19 over the weekend, make sure to arrange a test as soon as possible and don’t put it off until Monday to contact your GP or attend a testing centre.”

City centre hotel appeals refusal of expansion plans

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Galway daily news City Centre hotel gets green light for major expansion

A hotel in Galway City Centre has lodged an appeal against the city council’s decision to refuse planning permission for a significant expansion.

The Skeffington Arms Hotel sought planning permission to demolish the DNA Nightclub on Ballalley Lane, and build a seven storey extension to the existing hotel in its place.

The city council rejected the plans due to the “poor design including scale, massing, height and low quality visual appearance” of the proposed extension, as well as its “unacceptable interface” with neighbouring protected structures and the Eyre Square Architectural Conservation Area.

The proposed building would consist of 44 guest bedrooms, a reception, breakfast areas, and restaurant with outdoor seating area, and would be connected to the existing hotel building through a link corridor at the second floor.

The hotel has now appealed that decision to An Bord Pleanála, which is due to make a decision by November 1.

The appeal disagrees with the council’s assessment of the design and visual impact of the hotel expansion, arguing that it will have a “striking positive impact” on the laneway, which has been developed in a “piecemeal fashion”, with little regard to the protected structures.

“Beyond the laneway the new building, at the top floors, will be visible at certain locations within the Eyre Square ACA. This is not unique as many other modern buildings in the city centre outside the ACA also appear within broad views across Eyre Square.”

“Nevertheless the building has been carefully designed so that it will read as separate to and clearly distinguishable from the ACA buildings, whilst the materiality and massing of the upper floors is intentionally “light” in order reduce any perceived visual prominence.”

However, in order to address some of the council’s concerns, a modified design was submitted, which omits metal cladding in the form of a vertical sun breaker around the top floors.

This, it is argued, will reduce the “visual dominance and massing” of the top floors where they are visible from Eyre Square.

The developer argued in the original application that the expansion was needed to make the existing hotel, which currently has 24 rooms, competitive with other hotels in the area.

Galway man’s photograph features in outdoor astronomy exhibition

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July 8, 2021

galway daily news astrophotographer from galway josh mathews

An image taken by Josh Mathews from Shanbolard, Moyard is part of a new outdoor exhibition featuring astronomy photographs in Dublin.

The exhibition at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) will run until the end of July and features 23 images from DIAS’s Reach for the Stars astrophotography competition from earlier this year.

Josh’s image was chosen as the overall winner of the competition and as part of his prize, his entry was selected for the exhibition.

Commenting on the exhibition, CEO and Registrar of DIAS, Dr Eucharia Meehan, said: “Launching this exhibition is the final phase of our Reach for the Stars astrophotography competition, which ran for the first time this year.

“We are delighted to be able to showcase some of the fantastic images that were submitted and share the talent and creativity of the photographers with the public.

“As an Institute that carries out research in astronomy and astrophysics, these images resonate greatly with us here and we appreciate the time and patience that went into capturing them. We hope people stop by to enjoy them, and appreciate their complexity.”

The exhibition is an open event that will run outside the DIAS building at 10 Burlington Road, Dublin. It will be in place throughout July and is free to attend.

Galway lotto player scoops Match 5 + Bonus prize

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July 8, 2021

Galway Daily news Galway Lotto player scoops €54,583 in midweek madness

One lucky Lotto player in Galway came just one number away from the jackpot in last night’s draw, winning the Match 5 + Bonus prize.

Two players in Galway and Offaly each matched five numbers and the bonus number on Wednesday night, and will split the €42,314 prize fund.

The winning ticket in Galway was sold at the Lyons Mace shop in Carnmore Cross, Oranmore, a quick pick ticket purchased on Monday.

The winning numbers on Wednesday night were 04, 18, 26, 30, 31, 37 and the bonus was 08.

The winning ticket holders are advised to sign the back of their tickets and to contact the prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie and arrangements will be made for them to claim their prizes.

This marks the fourth consecutive Match 5+ Bonus win for Galway Lotto players since Saturday June 26.

The other lucky players won €56,230 in the July 3 draw from a ticket sold at The Paper Shop on the Main Street in Clifden, and €40,667 on a ticket at Ashtree Stores in Cleaghmore, Ballinsaloe in the June 30 draw.

Another player scooped €54,511 after purchasing their winning ticket in the Post Office on Bridge Street in Athenry for the June 26 lotto draw.

While there was no winner of the €5,267,256 jackpot on offer in last night’s draw, over 72,000 players won prizes across the Lotto and Lotto Plus draws. Saturday’s (10th July) jackpot is now set to roll to an estimated €5.5 million.

A National Lottery spokesperson said “The winning streak continues for Lotto players in Galway with last night’s draw making it a four in a row of Match 5+Bonus wins for ticket holders in the West of Ireland county.

“Last night’s draw saw the prize being shared with a player in Offaly which means that two players were both just one number away from winning the €5.2 million jackpot on offer.

“We are encouraging all of our players in Galway and Offaly to check their tickets carefully today as two players have tickets worth €21,157 each.

“The lucky winners are advised to sign the back of their tickets and to contact our prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie and arrangements will be made for their prizes to be claimed.”

UHG the most overcrowded hospital in Ireland today

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July 8, 2021