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December 14, 2020

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

There have been 2 additional deaths related to coronavirus reported by the Department of Health today, along with 264 new COVID-19 cases.

Out of today’s cases there are 5 reported in Galway. The 14-day incidence rate in the county is now 53.5 cases per 100,000 population, with 138 cases in the past two weeks.

The highest number of cases today is in Dublin (79), followed by Donegal (24), which still has the highest incidence rate in the country, Kerry (19), Limerick (18), and Kildare (14).

There have now been a total of 2,126 deaths in the coronavirus pandemic, and 76,449 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state.

As of 2pm today there are 215 people in hospital with COVID-19 in Ireland, of whom 33 are in Intensive Care.

The COVID-19 Dashboard provides up-to-date information on the key indicators of COVID-19 in the community.

Lidl announces plans for new store in Moycullen

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December 14, 2020

Lidl Ireland has lodged a planning application for a brand new store in Moycullen, which would create 30 new local jobs if approved.

The store would be the ninth in the county after the German supermarket chain opened its eighth shop in Wellpark last month.

Lidl is working with architects and planners to create a design with bespoke finishes to ensure that the new store will suit the surroundings and contribute positively to the Moycullen area.

It will incorporate a range of sustainability features including an ISO 50001 certified Energy Management System, electric vehicle charger spaces and a solar panel system.

The new Lidl will also offer the retailer’s growing customer base a superior shopping experience with a spacious interior layout, high ceilings and wide aisles creating a comfortable shopping experience for customers.

Lidl Ireland employs 5,000 employees in its 168 stores, Head Office in Tallaght and three distribution centres and regional offices based in Charleville, Mullingar and Newbridge.

50 local sports clubs allocated funding under Sports Club Grants Scheme

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December 14, 2020

Galway daily sport Moycullen GAA cancels all activities in response to COVID-19 cases

Galway City Council has announced this year’s allocation of funding under the Sports Club Grants Scheme, with 50 local clubs allocated funding.

Thirteen clubs were allocated the maximum grant amount of €3,500 and another 18 clubs will receive over €2,800.

A total of €130,000 will be made available to a wide range of sports from mainstream to minority sports, and the funding will go towards the costs of equipment, coaching, travel and up-skilling volunteers.

This grant scheme assists the good work being delivered on the ground by the many dedicated volunteers across all sports.

Clubs to receive funding

Clubs
Renmore Gymnastics Club	€ 3,500
KNOCKNACARRA FOOTBALL CLUB	€ 3,500
Galway Swimming Club	€ 3,500
Galway Kayak Club	€ 3,500
24th Galway Sea Scouts	€ 3,500
St James GAA and St James LGFA	€ 3,500
Salthill Knocknacarra GAA	€ 3,500
Shark Swimming Club Ltd	€ 3,500
CORRIB WATERPOLO AND SEA SWIM CLUB	€ 3,200
Mervue United Football Club	€ 3,500
Galway City Harriers	€ 3,100
Tribes Water Polo Club	€ 3,500
32nd Galway Menlo Scouts	€ 3,000
Galway Bohemians AFC	€ 3,500
Galwegians Rugby Football Club	€ 3,500
Laser Swimming Club	€ 3,200
Galway Triathlon Club	€ 2,800
14th Galway Scout Group	€ 3,400
Rahoon Newcastle GAA	€ 3,500
WEST UNITED FC	€ 3,000
Titans Basketball Club	€ 3,100
Greenfields Hockey Club	€ 3,000
Corrib Rangers	€ 3,000
Renmore Hockey club	€ 1,200
Renmore AFC	€ 3,000
Castlegar Athletic Club	€ 3,000
Galway Hockey Club	€ 2,200
Galway Rowing Club	€ 3,000
Salthill Devon FC	€ 2,200
St. Michaels GAA Club	€ 3,200
Castlegar GAA	€ 2,900
Galway Shotokan Karate Club	€ 2,000
Galway Bay Rugby Club	€ 2,500
13th Galway Scouts	€ 2,200
WEST KARATE CLUB	€ 1,200
PTO1st Galway Scout Group – St Joseph’s	€ 900
Renmore Judo Club	€ 500
Ballybane Sports and Community Development	€ 1,200
Fr Griffins Éire Óg GFC	€ 3,000
Merlin Woods Tennis Club	€ 1,500
Galway City School of Judo	€ 1,000
Galway City Sailing Club	€ 3,000
Galway Corintians RFC	€ 2,000
Galway Judo Club	€ 2,000
Galway Hibernians	€ 2,000
Knocknacarra Judo Club	€ 1,500
Melin Woods SC	€ 2,800
Galway Netball Club	€ 1,600
Galway Tribesman Rugby League Club	€ 600
Our Lady’s Boys Club RFC	€ 1,500
	€ 130,000

Galway City Council thanked Galway Sports Partnership for administering the grant on their behalf.

Confirmed cases of COVID-19 at UHG falls to 4

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December 14, 2020

The number of people at University Hospital Galway with Covid-19 has fallen to four, while there is just one confirmed case at Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe.

One of the four people with the disease at UHG is in intensive care.

There are 30 people with the disease in ICUs across the Republic as the total number of people in hospital who have tested positive has decreased to 192.

At University Hospital Galway, there are six general beds available and five ICU beds – the highest number of free critical care beds in the country. There are two general beds available at Portiuncula Hospital.

After yesterday’s update from the Department of Health, Galway’s 14-day incidence rate now stands at 60.1 cases per 100,000 population, with 155 confirmed cases in the county in two weeks.

But despite Galway’s relatively low Covid rate, Dr Tony Holohan raised concerns yesterday evening as the national incidence rate increased with 429 cases reported in 24 hours.

“429 is a large number of cases by the standard of recent weeks and the five day moving average has now increased above 300 per day,” said the Chief Medical Officer.

“Our efforts in Level 5 in recent weeks brought the 14-day incidence rate down to 78 per 100,000 population, put us in a position of having the lowest disease incidence in Europe and ultimately protected many people and saved many lives.”

ISME calls for rapid Covid testing for people returning to work after Christmas

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December 14, 2020

galway daily news Just one COVID patient in the ICU at University Hospital Galway

Irish SME Association (ISME) is calling for increased access to rapid Covid-19 testing for workers after the Christmas period.

ISME says that the risk of a serious increase in Covid-19 infection rates in the workplace after the holidays is a huge concern for business owners across different sectors.

In response, the business association has written to the Tánaiste Leo Varadkar to call for rapid Covid-19 testing of passengers coming in to Ireland from 1 January, and support for employers to provide rapid testing at the workplace for their employees.

ISME is concerned that a huge increase in international travel with people visiting Ireland or returning here after the holidays will result in a rise in cases.

“The issue was raised at a recent meeting of ISME’s National Council,” said said Neil Mc Donnell, CEO of ISME.

“With many businesses closed for up to two weeks during between Christmas and New Year, our members are concerned about large numbers of their workers, particularly across the service industry, booking leave between 18 December and 3 January, expecting to return home, travel or spend time with family home from abroad during this period.”

The most recent Labour Force Survey estimates that almost 16% of the workforce is non-national, and 6% of the total is from EU15 – EU27 countries. Significant numbers of these EU15 – EU27 workers are employed in the care, hospitality, construction, manufacturing, and logistics sectors.

“The current PCR testing regime is neither affordable nor operationally appropriate for the scale of testing that is needed,” added Neil Mc Donnell.

“We believe that a campaign of rapid testing in the workplace immediately after the Christmas break, with the immediate isolation of suspected positive cases, would greatly mitigate any increase in the Covid-19 caseload in the New Year.”

TULCA Festival of Visual Arts is OPEN in An Post Festival Gallery!

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December 14, 2020

A range of artworks are currently being presented in Galway city as part of the TULCA Festival of Visual Arts.

TULCA opened its doors in the An Post Festival Gallery and Galway Arts Centre, Engage Art Studios and 126 Artist-Run Gallery in the city and the exhibitions will run until 18th December.

Four of the six ambitious artworks at An Post Festival Gallery are either new commissions for the festival or by international artists who have never presented work in Ireland before.

A key presentation is by Rajinder Singh, titled Border Tours, a 12-minute audio tour that guides a visitor across a large, vinyl floormap.

This floormap, approximately 4m x 6m, represents the living space of a family living in a Direct Provision Centre in the Galway region.

Gernot Wieland’s 12-minute film, Ink in Milk, is projected on the back of a classroom wardrobe.

In the film, Wieland recounts darkly humourous stories that involve boyhood trauma, visits to a friend at a psychiatric institution and meetings with animals, recounted through childlike drawings, maps, plasticine animations and super 8 footage.

Amongst other threads, the narrator (Wieland, with his Austrian-accented English) recounts a village population’s growing fixation of forming crystal-like structures with their bodies: they lay down their tools to imitate crystals for days on end, hoping to empathetically alleviate fear, sorrow, agony and mourning. His voice suggests, ‘How we place our bodies in relation to each other is the start of politics.’

Julie Morrissy’s poem, Positions Gendered Male in Bunreacht na hÉireann / 1937 Constitution of Ireland, surrounds visitors as they walk through the gallery.

In the poem, Morrissy (a poet who also has legal training), points to the different status and attention paid to men and women in the Irish Constitution.

Other artworks include a new sculpture by Forerunner, funded by Galway County Council, a video by Anne Tallentire and a sculpture by Rossella Biscotti. The book produced to accompany the exhibition is also available for sale in the gallery.

The exhibition programme features 12 artist presentations, 7 of which are new commissions, and 2 artists (Gernot Wieland and Rory Pilgrim) whose work is being shown in Ireland for the first time.

All venues are open 12 pm – 6 pm each day.

NUIG study seeks to learn how the pandemic has affected teenagers

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December 14, 2020

NUI Galway is seeking to better understand how teenagers gave been impacted by the changes in their lives as a result of COVID-19 and pandemic restrictions.

Teenagers aged between 12 and 18 years old are being invited to take part in a study on how ongoing restrictions have affected young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

The research team are also interested in what has helped young people adjust to the ongoing restrictions and changes to their lives.

They would also like to identify what has been most difficult for teenagers in recent months and whether any positive changes occurred for young people.

Dr Caroline Heary, School of Psychology, NUIG said “The physical distancing measures that are in place, the limitations placed on opportunities for fun and recreational activities and the restrictions on our movements in recent times, can reduce the opportunities for face-to-face contact outside of the home.

“These restrictions may be particularly significant during adolescence, a time when social interaction with peers is of paramount importance.”

The study, which is being jointly carried out by NUIG and Trinity College Dublin, will involve three surveys over the course a 12 month period.

Parental consent is required for any young people who wish to take part in the study.

To find out more or to take part in the study, visit: https://www.adaptresearchstudy.com/ or contact Dr Caroline Heary, School of Psychology at caroline.heary@nuigalway.ie.

Gmail, Docs and YouTube down in rare Google outage

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December 14, 2020

Google applications including Gmail and YouTube are down today for thousands of users across the world as the company experiences a rare outage.

People trying to access their Gmail accounts are being met with a message saying that their accounts are temporarily unavailable, while YouTube is displaying a ‘something went wrong’ message.

Google has not yet released a statement clarifying the situation which is affecting thousands of users in Ireland.

More to follow…

18,000sq ft gym coming to Knocknacarra

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December 14, 2020

Galway Daily news City Council sets strict noise requirements on new gym

One of the largest gyms in the west of Ireland will be coming to Knocknacarra as the Galway based chain The Warehouse Gym is opening a new branch at Gateway Retail Park.

The 18,000sq ft gym will be the chain’s third location in Galway alongside branches in Mervue and Oranmore, and is due to open in the second quarter of 2021.

Michael Shortall, the General Manager of The Warehouse Gym, said “As a local business, The Warehouse Gym is super excited to be opening the largest gym in the west of Ireland right here in the heart of Galway.

“Gateway Shopping Park is the perfect location for serving the health and fitness needs of the Knocknacarra and surrounding communities.

“It’s our mission to fulfil that need by providing a welcoming, clean and modern health club for all ages and interests,” Michael added.

Founded in 2013 the chain quickly grew in popularity due to its large selection of strength equipment, free weights, machines and cardio equipment.

The new gym in Gateway Shopping Park will host Galway’s largest selection of free weights, squat racks, cardio equipment and resistance machines.

Services offered include personal training, InBody scans, virtual coaching software and nutritional consultations which are all bookable through a mobile application.

Paddy O’Connor of Sigma Retail Partners, Asset Manager for the park, said: “Finding the right fitness offering for our park was a key
strategy for us.”

“We wanted to ensure that we selected the right gym operator to provide the local community and the surrounding areas with a state of the art and well-run fitness centre.”

We are so pleased that a well-established gym in Galway will be joining our newly extended shopping park.”

Approval given for Tuam housing development

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December 14, 2020

Galway Daily housing Approval given for Tuam housing development

Approval has been given for the construction of a housing development in Tuam consisting of 12 houses.

Coffey Construction Ltd intends to build 3 detached houses, 4 semi-detached houses, and five detached homes on the Weir Road in Tuam.

Planning permission for the residential development was granted by Galway County Council with 16 conditions attached.

The original application was for 14 houses, but the scheme was redesigned to omit one detached dwelling and one terraced house in favour of green public space at the request of the council.

The site on the Weir Road is currently a vacant patch of grassy land adjacent to existing housing estate at Carrigweir.

One of the semi-detached houses will be transferred to the county council for the provision of social housing as part of Part V planning requirements.

Mikey Place signs new contract with Galway United

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December 14, 2020

Galway Daily soccer Mikey Place signs new contract with Galway United

Mikey Place has cemented his status at Galway United, becoming the latest player to sign a new contract which will take him through his second season at the club.

The 22 year old Dunmore native scored four times for the Tribesmen this year, settling into his role as right winger under John Caulfield.

The Dunmore native said that the second half of 2020 saw a huge boost in confidence at Galway United, and they hope to continue that next season.

“All of the players bought into what John was trying to do. We started to get results and we really kicked on then. Everybody was enjoying it, confidence grew around the club and our aim now has to be to build on that next season.”

“John has brought in some really good players, they’re coming here to build on last season and be a part of what’s happening at the club.”

“The First Division is a tough league to get out of, I think people underestimate how hard it is at times. It’s a dog eat dog league, you have to be mentally and physically tough.”

“I hope I can build on last season and make an even bigger impact at the club in 2021.”

Caulfield said that Place has a “big impact” at Eamon Deacy Park this year, and that he was delighted to sign him again for 2021.

“Mikey did very well for me when I came in, he scored and created a few goals, and was a real threat in that wide role.

“He has great pace and directness, and he’s also a good finisher.”

“We’re hoping with the structures we’re putting in place next year, that we can get the best out of Mikey, and that he can kick on to the next level with Galway United.”

How Online Gambling Can Have a Positive Impact on Your Life

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Angela Mc Bride

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December 14, 2020

Many of us are finding ourselves with a lot more free time on our hands these days. Do you miss the days of heading off to the casino after a long week at work, for some fun and relaxation? Those days may be over temporarily but that doesn’t mean you have to live without the fun and thrill that come with visiting a casino.

A lot has been said about the downsides to gambling online. And while it is true that there are risks associated with any type of gambling, whether online or face to face, there also are clear benefits to be enjoyed from gambling. As with all things moderation while gambling is key. So as long as you enter into gambling with clear goals and limits you can also enjoy a wide range of benefits to online gambling.

Online casinos have opened up endless opportunities to experience the fun of gambling from the comfort of your own home. As online casinos become more secure and trustworthy why not try bringing the fun of the casino to your own home? The chance of winning big isn’t the only benefit to online gambling.

Enrich your maths and problem-solving skills

Working out odds and chance requires solid mathematical ability – gambling can help hone your existing skills. This can then translate into other areas of your life such as budgeting, planning expenses and saving. It can also help you understand the world of investments and stocks.

Using online gambling can sharpen your observation skills, your ability to identify patterns and solve problems. If you spend your leisure time using maths to work out odds and deciding on strategy then this training will inevitably translate into your everyday life and work.

Improve your mood

Studies have shown that gambling can improve your mood and even make you happier overall than non-gamblers. We can certainly all use a little extra happiness this year!

The stimulation and excitement of gambling keeps your mind active and engaged which in turn leads to increased positivity that can have a great impact on other areas of your life. The amount of money you put into online gambling doesn’t need to be excessive – the benefits can be seen even from the smallest of investments.

Keeping your brain active can be as important for your mood as keeping your body active. The dopamine released during a game can give your day a much needed boost.

Allows you to socialise

Gambling online is by no means a solitary experience (though it certainly can be if that’s what you fancy.) Many online casinos enable you to chat online or through a headset with fellow players in much the same way you would be able to in a brick and mortar casino.

Many people find it harder to make new friends as we get older. Online gambling can be a great way to make new friends – you’ll already have at least one hobby in common with the people you’re playing with.

So whether you’re playing poker, blackjack, slot games or anything in between gambling online is a fantastic opportunity to make new friends or connect with old friends in a new, exciting environment.

Make money

With the right game, you can make some serious cash. Games like slots often offer fantastic rewards for your wager. Competition is higher than ever between online casino sites to win your custom. As a result, payouts are very high as a way for casino sites to keep your interest.

Online slot games are games of chance that provide an exciting and rewarding gambling experience. They are also one of the most popular online games out there with hundreds, if not thousands, of different varieties to choose from. If you’d like to find your perfect online slot site, then Online Casinos has a list of the best new slot sites out there. You can click here to see more information.

It is important to remember, however, that for each reward, there is also risk – only ever gamble what you are certain you can afford. Create a budget and stick to it and take regular breaks to make sure you don’t make any rash gambling choices.

Convenience

Gambling online can be the ultimate relaxation tool. You can sit down in the comfort of your own home with your favourite beer, never having to worry about travelling to the casino or waiting your turn at the slots machine or poker table.

In this time of Coronavirus, there is no better way to stay safe than to stay home. Gambling online is a great way to have fun while keeping yourself and others safe.

Relaxation and reducing stress

What comes to mind when you think of relaxation? Many people think of meditation, soothing music and herbal tea. What many don’t realise is that online gambling can be a fantastic relaxation tool as well. The thrill of gambling can be a great way to stress release.

Gambling online can be a great way to unwind after a long week at work. Stress is one of the main causes of heart problem, sleep issues and high blood pressure. Gambling releases endorphins which are integral to reducing stress and making us feel happier and more relaxed. The rush of a win is not the only benefit of online gambling!

Conclusion

There are many positive effects that gambling online can have on your life. It is important to go into the world of online casinos with your eyes wide open to both the benefits and the risks. As with all things gambling has its downsides.

There has never been a better time to get into online gambling as we face a winter with the coronavirus pandemic. The de-stressing, mood improving and social aspects of online gambling make it an excellent way to spend your free time.

As ever, make sure you are aware of both the positives and negatives and have armed yourself with the knowledge that will keep you safe while you have fun.

Why the Galway City Museum is the perfect family day out

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December 14, 2020

Galway City Museum is one of the top attractions in Galway, County Galway. But what makes it such a good place to visit with the whole family? Let us take a look.

Admission is free – more money for your favourite activities

It does not cost anything to get into the Galway City Museum, and that is always a good start! How many city centre attractions can you list that are free? It means that you would have more cash available to spend on other things – playing a casino online, for example!

Plenty of parking facilities around – easier to get the kids to

When you have got a hoard of kids excited about going to somewhere new for the day, the last thing that you want to do is have to park miles away from wherever it is that you are going and traipse across town – let alone the return journey. Thankfully, there are plenty of places to park around the Galway City Museum, all at reasonable prices. Alternatively, use public transport – it is really easy to get to.

The museum has a huge collection of cultural heritage objects celebrating Galway City – learn more about what it has to offer

The Galway City Museum is an approved repository for cultural heritage object related to the city of Galway and its citizens. There are thousands of items, lovingly donated to the museum over the past forty years by the people. All the items have been manufactured, used, owned, or found by residents of the city. This gives visitors a deep insight as to what has made the city tick and kept it being the cultural and vibrant hotspot that it is.

The museum has a full range of events – there is always something to do

If you are looking for something that is both fun and educational for the kids – perhaps it is the school holidays or a staff training day and you need something to keep them amused – there is usually a schedule jam packed with educational events at the Galway City Museum. All this is absolutely free! You do need to book for the events, but this is easy enough to do. Simply go onto the website, check out the program of events – these range from illustrated talks and workshops to music and dance demonstrations and art classes – and give the Galway City Museum a quick call or drop them an email at museum@galwaycity.ie

It is easy to combine a trip to the museum with other things in the city – make a real trip out of it

Because of where the Galway City Museum is located, it is easy to combine your visit to it with seeing other attractions in the city. It is, for example, right next to the famous Spanish Arch. You can also walk the cobbled streets of the Latin Quarter, visiting the many restaurants and bars, as well as the Galway Woollen Market for traditional Irish knitwear. If you have a bit longer to explore, use the inter-island ferry service to explore the Aran islands – an archipelago of small rocky islands that still speak Irish Gaelic. They have kept the rural farming charm that is very hard to find these days in Europe, giving you an insight as to a much simpler lifestyle. You’d have to go online to replicate the live casino experience – no bricks and mortar ones here to visit!

The Galway City Museum is a great place for a family day out thanks to its amenities and ease to get to, the events it runs and its locality to other fantastic attractions.

Coronavirus: 11 new cases in Galway as national incidence rate rises

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December 13, 2020

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

One more death related to Covid-19 has been reported by health officials today as well as 429 new cases of the disease – which Dr Tony Holohan says is a sign we need to reduce contacts in the next two weeks.

Of the new cases reported by the Department of Health today, 11 are in Galway, which now has a 14-day incidence rate of 60.1 cases per 100,000 population.

Dublin has the most new cases in the latest update with 122, followed by Donegal (46), Limerick (30), Laois (22), and Cork (20).

66% are under 45 years of age and the median age is 34 years old.

There are five people in University Hospital Galway who have been diagnosed with the illness and there is one confirmed case at Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe.

Speaking about today’s figures, Dr Tony Holohan said that he is concerned that we are seeing the incidence of COVID-19 rising again.

“429 is a large number of cases by the standard of recent weeks and the five day moving average has now increased above 300 per day,” said the Chief Medical Officer.

“Our efforts in Level 5 in recent weeks brought the 14-day incidence rate down to 78 per 100,000 population, put us in a position of having the lowest disease incidence in Europe and ultimately protected many people and saved many lives.

“Take today’s figures as a sign that we all must now reduce our social contacts, limit our interactions with those outside our households, weigh the risks of what socialising we are planning over the next two weeks, so that we can all have as safe a Christmas as possible.”

Clifden lifeboats rescue sinking fishing trawler

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December 13, 2020

Galway Daily news Clifden lifeboats rescue sinking fishing trawler

The Clifden RNLI lifeboats came to the aid of a sinking fishing trawler with two crew aboard on Saturday morning.

Both lifeboats at the Clifden RNLI station were called out just before 11am yesterday in response to a 10m fishing trawler in danger of sinking.

The trawler, with two crew members aboard, was on passage to Clare when it started taking on water.

All weather lifeboat coxswain James Mullen explained “When the lifeboats arrived on scene there was a large tanker vessel providing the casualty vessel with some shelter from the 7/8 meter seas.

“The Atlantic 85 helm Joe Acton immediately transferred two crew aboard with a salvage pump and began pumping out the vessel. Once the water level dropped low enough for the vessel to use their own engine power we headed back to shore.”

“However, on the way to Clifden the boat started to take on more water than the two pumps could handle and the engine overheated so we made the decision then to take her under tow.”

“The larger salvage pump was transferred from the Shannon class lifeboat to the casualty via the inshore lifeboat by crew member Chris Nee.”

ith both lifeboats pumps working and the vessels own bilge pump, the flow of water was stemmed and the boat was escorted safely back to Clifden. Both helicopters Rescue 115 and 118 were also on scene and we are glad to have been able to bring the casualties and the vessel safely back to shore’.

Clifden RNLI Deputy Launching Authority John Roberts said “The crew did extremely well today in a very large swell to carry out this rescue and without their assistance this vessel was in serious danger of sinking. Well done to all involved.”

The Shannon class lifeboat was crewed by James Mullen, John Mullen, Ashling Sweeney, Chris Nee and Andrew Bell and the Atlantic 85 boat was crewed by Joe Acton, Brian Ward and Thomas Davis.

Two people taken to hospital after Tuam house fire

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December 13, 2020

Galway Daily news Retained firefighters vote to accept WRC proposals to end industrial dispute

Two people were taken to hospital after a house fire that occurred in the Tuam area on Saturday night.

Gardaí and emergency services attended a house fire at approximately 10:50pm yesterday in the Kilbannon area of Tuam.

The fire was extinguished by fire services.

Two people were taken from the scene to be treated at a regional hospital.

The final Over the Edge open mic of 2020

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December 13, 2020

Galway Daily arts Over the Edge open mic night on Thursday evening

The final Over the Edge open reading and mic for lovers of poetry and prose will take place next week on Thursday, December 17.

The featured readers for December’s virtual Over the Edge meeting are Paul Jeffcutt, Coirle Mooney, & Nina Oram.

Originally from the UK, Nina Oram lives in Co Roscommon, where she writes Dark Fantasy inspired by mythology, ancient history, and the natural world.

The third book in her YA fantasy trilogy, “The Carrowkeel Series”, was published earlier this month by Edinburgh’s Luna Press Publishing.

She is currently shortlisted for Best Newcomer at the British Fantasy Awards 2020 for the first book in said trilogy “The Joining”.

Nina has also had stories published in “The Ogham Stone”, Metamorphose in the US, and “Horla”, an online horror magazine in the UK.

Coirle Mooney grew up in the Burren Perfumery in a house full of fragrant books and now lives in Kinvara.

After completing her MA and PhD in Medieval and Early Modern literature, she began working on a series of historical novels set in Medieval France.

Her debut novel, Keepers of the Dead, is soon to be published by Sapere Books, followed by The Secret Language of Birds.

Coirle wrote her first murder mystery, Donald Duck is Dead, at ten years old, which she read in instalments to her captivated (or captured) classmates.

Paul Jeffcutt lives in the Brontë Country of Co. Down. His new collection, The Skylark’s Call has just recently been published by Dempsey & Windle.

Recently his works have featured in Orbis, Oxford Poetry, Poetry Ireland Review, Poetry Salzburg Review and more.

December’s Over the Edge open reading next Thursday will take place at the usual time of 6:30-8pm on Zoom.

The featured readers will be followed by an open mic, with new people and material always welcome.

To join in the meeting, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7389013549 or use the Meeting ID: 738 901 3549.

Galway senator meets Tánaiste over ‘urgent need’ for investment in West

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A Galway senator has met with An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar for an update on the potential for investment in the east of the county.

Senator Aisling Dolan from Ballinalsoe spoke to her party colleague Leo Varadkar after his meeting with the West Regional Enterprise Plan’s steering group, to highlight the need for investment in her area which covers east Galway and south Roscommon.

The steering group is chaired by business people and representatives of the Local Authorities, among others.

“A strong focus of the Tánaiste’s meeting with the West Regional Group was on the urgent need for investment in the Ballinasloe region with the recent loss of jobs with Aptar and Bord na Móna,” said Senator Dolan following the meeting.

“It is the end of an era with the closure of the Shannonbridge Power Station. Ballinasloe is a place with great quality of life, clubs and schools with easy access to the motorway and less than an hour and 20 minutes to Dublin Airport.

“With the new Technological University less than 15 minutes away in Athlone, we have a lot to offer potential employers.”

The Fine Gael senator outlined to the Tánaiste that the Ballinasloe area has a strong case for investment, in particular with the Aptar premises which measures over 65,000 square metres and with potential for expansion within the IDA Business Park.

“Leo Varadkar spoke about positive news of jobs in Diligent in Galway and Harmac Medical in Castlerea,” she added.

“With Surmodics in Ballinasloe, we also have a base to build on for further investment in medtech and healthcare.

“He also spoke about the bad news of job losses in Aptar in Ballinasloe and Bord na Móna with the closure of the Shannonbridge Power Plant today. I asked the Tánaiste about plans for investment in our area of East Galway and South Roscommon.

“He noted that IDA Ireland are focused on this area and also highlighted 50 acres of unused land in the IDA industrial park along with the 65,000 square metres in terms of a high quality premises.”

Galway United trials for U-19 squad players

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December 13, 2020