Funding for remote working project in Ballinasloe will help attract investment and create jobs

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November 26, 2020

Galway is continuing to drove down the number of people being treated for COVID-19, with just three patients in hospital today.

The latest figures from the HSE show that there are just three confirmed cases at UHG as of 8pm on Wednesday, and none at Portiuncula.

There are also four suspected COVID-19 cases at University Hospital Galway.

The Intensive Care Units at both of Galway’s acute hospitals also remain empty of confirmed cases, though one suspected case is in the ICU at UHG.

Nationwide there are 253 people hospitalised with COVID-19 as of Wednesday night, of whom 36 are in Intensive Care, and 22 are on ventilators.

In Galway there were less than five new case reported yesterday, and the 14-day incidence rate here has fallen to 62 cases per 100,000 population.

1,500 children waiting for eye care assessment at Tuam Primary Care Centre

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November 26, 2020

Galway Daily news 1,500 children waiting for eye care assessment at Tuam Primary Care Centre

There are almost 1,500 children on a waiting list for an eye care assessment at Tuam Primary Care Centre according to the HSE.

In total there are 1,450 children waiting for a Community ophthalmology/Orthoptic assessment at the Primary Care Centre.

There are a further 70 children waiting for Community Medical Doctor appointments at the Centre.

The figures was provided by the HSE in response to a query by councillor Donagh Killilea for a meeting of the Regional Health Forum this week.

Councillor Killilea said that more money needs to be thrown at the problem, stressing that there was a two and a half year waiting list for an assessment before COVID.

Breda Crehan-Roche, Chief Officer, Community Healthcare West, said that a full-time ophthalmologist post is expected to be filled at the Primary Care Centre early next year.

Councillor Killilea stressed the importance of this issue by saying that early intervention is crucial for children in need of eye care, and that it should be done before the child is three years old.

An Bord Pleanála refuses permission for 64 houses in Loughrea

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November 26, 2020

Galway Daily news Planning appeal over 91 houses & apartments in Athenry

An Bord Pleanála has refused planning permission to build 64 houses on the outskirts of Loughrea, overturning a decision by the county council.

Jardonelle Ltd had planned to build a 64 home housing estate on a site at Baunoge, Loughrea.

The estate would have consisted of 32 four bedroom semi-detached houses, 29 three-bed
terraced houses, and 3 two-bed terrace houses.

Access to this new housing estate would have been through the existing Baunoge estate, which was a concern raised in multiple submissions to the council in the initial application.

Planning permission was granted by Galway County Council in September of 2019, subject to 18 conditions.

An appeal against the grant of planning permission was made by a local resident on the grounds that the Stage 1 Road Safety Audit carried out by the developer was insufficient, and didn’t take into account normal traffic levels as it was done during the summer holidays.

Concerns were also raised about the proposed layout of the site, and potential overshadowing of some houses in the existing estate.

The first inspector’s report was submitted to the board in February of this year, which recommended that permission be refused based on the design and layout of the scheme.

Based on this the board decided to defer making a decision, until further submissions could be made by the developer and appellant.

Ultimately, An Bord Pleanála decided to go against the county council’s decision and refuse planning permission for the housing estate.

“It is considered that the development as proposed would result in a poor quality of residential design that would be substandard in its scale and layout and would fail to provide high quality usable open spaces.”

“Furthermore, the proposed layout fails to adequately address the site topography resulting in a visually prominent development,” the board said.

The Board also said that the internal road layout was “unimaginative” and that the scheme lacked “supervised pedestrian permeability” to the existing Baunoge housing estate.

“The proposed development would, therefore, be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.”

Galway people spend 351% more shopping online on Black Friday

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November 26, 2020

Galway Daily courts buggy used in clothes theft

Irish consumers spent €4,500 a minute on clothing during Black Friday last year, a 364% increase in spend compared to a normal day, new AIB data has revealed.

In Galway, people spend 351% more on clothing from online stores during Black Friday compared to the average of all days between 1 October and 31 December.

Galway consumers also buy more electrical goods online during Black Friday – 437% more than on a normal day.

85,000 transactions were carried out clothing websites on Black Friday last year, which is approximately one transaction every second.

On a normal day, consumers buying clothes online conducted just under 20,000 online transactions.

AIB looked at online consumer spending for Black Friday 2019 which revealed that:

Clothing ranks first for consumer spend on Black Friday followed by electrical goods, hardware, health and beauty and jewellery.
€2,200 was spent a minute online by consumers buying electronics on Black Friday, a 361% increase in spend compared with a normal shopping day*.
Consumers spent an average of €75 per clothing transaction, €119 on electronics, €204 on hardware, €77 on health and beauty and €137 per jewellery transaction on Black Friday.
The busiest time for online shopping on Black Friday is between 10am and 11am, with the second busiest time being between 9pm and 10pm – almost four transactions are happening every second during these peak hours. The busiest time for men shopping online is 10pm on Black Friday, while women are more likely to be shopping online at 10am.
While Cyber Monday is pitched as the major online shopping day, Black Friday still outperforms it in terms of online sales, with 50% more spent during Black Friday than on Cyber Monday.

“This year’s Black Friday will be like no other as many Irish businesses will remain closed as a result of the level five restrictions which are currently in place,” said Rachel Naughton, Head of SME at AIB.

“Our data shows that consumers are spending large amounts of money online every minute of the day during Black Friday, which presents Irish businesses with a unique opportunity during this difficult period.

“We have seen from working with, and supporting our business customers over the past number of months that many – for the first time – are adapting to sell online.

“Where possible this Black Friday we ask customers to support their local business, helping these businesses through this difficult period.

“As more people will be shopping online this Black Friday we’re encouraging them to be vigilant as there is always an increase in phishing emails at this time of year, with an estimated 50 million global fraud attempts expected to be attempted this holiday season.”

Coronavirus: 6 deaths in Ireland, less than 5 COVID cases in Galway

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November 25, 2020

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

There have been a further six deaths related to COVID-19 reported by the Department of Health today, along with 269 new cases.

Of the cases reported today, less than 5 are in Galway, where the 14-day incidence rate now stands at just 62 cases per 100,000 population.

There have now been a total of 2,033 lives lost to COVID-19 in Ireland, and the total number of confirmed cases in the state stands at 71,187.

Validation of data by the HPSC has resulted in the denotification of one death and 12 cases, which is reflected in the national totals.

As of 2pm today there are 260 people hospitalised with COVID-19 in Ireland, of whom 36 are in the ICU. There have been 23 additional hospitalisations in the past 24 hours.

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

Of the cases notified today:

123 are men and 146 are women
64% are under 45 years of age
the median age is 35 years old
88 in Dublin, 42 in Cork, 25 in Limerick, 20 in Louth, 16 in Donegal, and the remaining 78 spread across 17 other counties

Loughrea primary school students win national science video competition

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November 25, 2020

Galway Daily education Loughrea primary school students win national science video competition

A group of primary school pupils in Loughrea won €1,000 for their school at the Galway Science and Technology Virtual Festival last weekend.

The group of 17 4th class students from Gaelscoil Riabhach in Loughrea won first prize at the Primary School level of the festival’s ReelLIFE SCIENCE Video Competition.

The students, along with their teacher Brian Ó Meacháin, took home the prize for their Irish language video ’An Croí (The Heart).

Primary school runners-up were Scoil na nAingeal Naofa from Boyle, Co. Roscommon, while Kilcoe National School from Skibbereen in Cork, finished third.

The ReelLIFE SCIENCE competition was created in 2013 by Dr Enda O’Connell of NUI Galway to encourage young people to engage with science and technology by producing short educational videos.

Since, over 16,000 young people in more than 500 schools and groups around the country have engaged with the competition.

Congratulating all of the participants, Dr O’Connell said” “We were hugely impressed with the standard of this year’s videos, particularly the ingenuity and creativity shown by the young filmmakers, often in challenging circumstances.

“Their hours of effort and passion for science was clear to see and made it a very difficult task for the judges. Well done to everyone who took part.”

Dr Ruth Freeman of Science Foundation Ireland said, “We are delighted to support this initiative, which cleverly utilises digital technology to develop science literacy and creativity, at a time when these skills are most needed,”

“ReelLIFE SCIENCE encourages young people to connect with science and technology in their everyday lives, and to bring that knowledge to a wider audience, while promoting current Irish scientific research and development.”

All of the winning videos can be viewed at www.youtube.com/ReelLifeScience and more

County Council and Oughterard shops work together on road safety campaign

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November 25, 2020

Galway Daily news County Council and Oughterard shops work together on road safety campaign

Galway County Council is teaming up with local retailers in Oughterard for a road safety campaign heading into the winter nights.

For this ‘Be Safe, Be Seen’ campaign the county council is distributing free high visibility vests from four stores in Oughterard.

The free vests, meant to ensure that cyclists are pedestrians are visible to motorists on winter evenings and nights, are being provided by the RSA.

The four stores where the free vests can be found are Mannion MACE; Keoghs Centra; McNamara’s Day Today and Joyce’s.

“With the dark evenings at present, it is very important that all pedestrians and cyclists are visible to drivers as they are vulnerable road users,” the county council said.

Pictured above are county councillor Thomas Welby and Deirdre Caulfield, Road Safety Officer.

Rare chance to own a house in a popular city neighbourhood

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November 25, 2020

Rare chance to own a house in a popular city neighbourhood

This spacious house in Taylor’s Hill, Galway is an unmissable opportunity to snatch up a property in one of the most attractive and sought after residential neighbourhoods in the city.

O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers are offering this four bedroom terraced house at 5 St. Mary’s Avenue in Taylor’s Hill for sale at public auction on Friday 11th December at noon.

The next nationwide property auction from O’Donnellan & Joyce will take place on December 11 via live stream. In order to participate, prospective bidders must register online ahead of time.

Though it requires renovation and refurbishment to bring it up to modern standards, this house comes with a great amount of space, and an abundance of old school charm.

Just off the entrance hall is the main lounge, which looks out at the front garden. This well lit room is centred around a feature fireplace which comes with an elegant marble insert and mahogany mantelpiece.

Also downstairs is another living room, also fitted with a fireplace, a tiled kitchen, and a dining room with built in storage space and a solid fuel stove, furthering that old world feel.

All of these rooms look out over the rear garden, getting plenty of light from the open space, and a nice view away from the streets.

Below the ground floor is a basement which could be easily renovated for multiple different uses. The basement already has plumbing for a washing machine, having previously been used as a laundry room.

Upstairs are the house’s four bedrooms, two of which are fitted with built in wardrobes providing a large amount of storage space. One of the bedrooms is also outfitted with an open fireplace, providing great potential to heat the room during cold evenings.

Outside this property has mature garden’s both front and back, a luxury when buying in the city centre. The back garden in particular is very spacious, and would make a great undertaking for a green thumbed buyer.

Furnishings and decor can be changed, but location is everything when considering buying a home, and this house lies in one of the most desired locations in Galway City.

Taylor’s Hill lies just a stone’s throw from the Salthill Promenade, and all the amenities that are available in Salthill Village to enjoy shopping and eating while looking over Galway Bay.

In the other direction the neighbourhood is also within walking distance, or a five minute drive, of Galway City Centre and NUI Galway.

To see more of this house check it out on O’Donnellan & Joyce’s website at odonnjoyce.com/residential/brochure/rosford-5-saint-mary-s-avenue-taylors-hill-galway-city/4458824.

Viewings of this house are available by appointment on Wednesdays and Saturdays between 3:30 – 4:30pm. To arrange a viewing or for other enquiries call O’Donnellan & Joyce at 091 564 212.

Livestream Auction

The next O’Donnellan & Joyce nationwide property auction will take place on Friday 11th December at noon. The auction will be live streamed through their website and social media, as in person attendance will not be permitted.

In order to take part in this auction, potential homeowners must register by 4pm on Wednesday, December 9th.

On the block so far are 14 properties in Galway and Mayo, including a wide range of houses and apartments in different locations and price points. But also available is the Mayfly Hotel in Foxford, Co. Mayo.

To look at the growing number of properties up for grabs next month go to the auction catalogue on O’Donnellan & Joyce’s website.

Tributes paid at passing of Patricia Carrick who received state apology over cervical cancer misdiagnosis

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November 25, 2020

Galway Daily news Memorial service Portiuncula Hospital

Tributes are being paid and sympathies expressed at news of the passing of Cervical Check campaigner Patricia Carrick or Oranmore.

The 51 year old woman passed away peacefully at home overnight her husband Damien Carrick said on Twitter.

Good morning. Trish passed away very peacefully overnight. She was comfortable throughout and is now at peace. Thank you for all of your support. Damien, Ciarán, Ríoghna, Sorcha and Eoin. pic.twitter.com/m5aFc5o9d1

— Damien Carrick (@damiencarrick) November 25, 2020

Patricia Carrick received an apology from the HSE and from the laboratory that misread her cervical cancer screening last month at the end of a High Court case.

President Michael D Higgins said that he was greatly saddened by the news, and expressed the “sorrow of the people of Ireland” along with sympathies to her family and friends.

“I spoke to her husband Damien and family on the 1st November and to her father Pat O’Sullivan, a long-time friend, at the beginning of November. Patricia’s and Damien’s families were well-known to me for years.”

“I know that Patricia’s courage, which I know she held to the very end, and her grace as a campaigner, provide some solace to her loved ones at this difficult time.”

“It is also appropriate at this time to think of all those who were failed by a system in which they had trusted, and their loved ones.”

Taoiseach Micheál Martin also expressed his sympathy to the family, her husband and four children Ciarán, Ríoghna, Sorcha and Eoin, during Leaders Questions in the Dáil this morning.

Galway-based CLS announces new Covid-19 testing service

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November 25, 2020

cls covid-19 testing galway daily — Photo Martina Regan.

The largest privately-owned contract laboratory in the country has launched PCR COVID-19 private testing and is available to both private industry and public health in Ireland.

Complete Laboratory Solutions’ Covid-19 testing service aims to support proactive screening for COVID-19 and is relevant to all sectors.

Swabbing for clients takes place on a weekly basis onsite, with tests analysed at CLS laboratories and results aren available within 24 hours.

“Since March, we have been evaluating a range of technologies and carrying out extensive testing so that we can move forward with systems and methods that are efficient, highly reliable and robust,” said Evelyn O’Toole, founder and Chief Executive Officer of CLS.

“By combining best in class technology and systems we have achieved 100 per cent detection level accuracy for our PCR COVID-19 testing service here in Galway.

“With 26 years of expertise, high quality and reliability are the most important features for all the services we provide, and this was very important for us in entering the COVID-19 market.

“In addition to our onsite analysts and scientists we have a dedicated team of healthcare professionals to provide PCR swabbing at client sites on a weekly basis.”

She said that the CLS team is focused on providing a world class testing service and they are looking forward to working with clients to provide ‘proactive access to screening for COVID-19 to safeguard employee wellbeing and to allow continuity of business’.

In addition to COVID-19 PCR testing, CLS offers bio safety testing for work spaces as part of its Workplace Hygiene Programme which includes surface swabs and analysis for presence of COVID-19.

The validation team at CLS also offer anti-viral assessments on products and technologies to validate their efficiency and performance.

Senator calls for campaign to promote nasal flu vaccine among children

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November 25, 2020

Galway Senator Aisling Dolan has called on the Minister for Health to launch a media campaign to increase uptake of the flu vaccine among children in the next few weeks.

The Fine Gael senator told the Seanad yesterday that she is concerned that there is only 20% take-up on the flu vaccine for children at a national level.

After speaking to general practitioners in Galway and Roscommon, she believes that there is also a low uptake in her constituency.

“I’m calling on the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly and the Department of Health officials to develop an immediate targeted TV, print and social media campaign to increase uptake in the next few weeks so that more parents bring their children to get the nasal spray vaccine,” said Senator Dolan.

“It is crucial to encourage parents to bring children for an appointment with GPs or Pharmacists. The nasal spray makes it easy for children to take. And best of all, it’s free for children aged two to twelve years.”

Senator Dolan outlined that families will be coming together at Christmas and it is crucial that parents know that there is no possibility of children passing the winter flu to older loved ones.

“It’s extremely infectious; it passes from person to person; we deal with it every winter period.

“Children who are sick miss out on creche, schooldays, playing with friends and they can get serious complications of the flu. So, children can get admitted to hospital with follow on bronchitis and pneumonia.

“In the last 10 years, the HSE have noted that 5,000 children were admitted to hospital due to complications from the flu and some with serious consequences.

“GP’s have expressed concern on the short shelf-life of the winter flu nasal spray; only 18 weeks. They have the capacity to deliver, however we need a coordinated campaign; a national campaign to increase the take-up for the nasal spray.

“Also if you’re a parent – I would urge you to bring your children for the free nasal spray for winter flu.”

Galway girl ‘Cloud’ crowned Puppy of the Year

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November 25, 2020

Cloud, a Greengrass Lurcher from Galway, is officially the best girl in Ireland after being crowned Puppy of the Year.

The 4 month old Lurcher saw off over 1,100 other dogs to claim the top spot in the Petmania Puppy of Year 2020 competition.

Cloud’s owners Aine and Daithí already owned her older sister Maya, but feeling that she was getting lonely in lockdown, decided to get her a younger sibling.

They adopted Cloud at the beginning of October and the two have since become inseparable friends.

There were 13 finalists in the Puppy of the Year out of more than 1,100 entrants based on tens of thousands of public votes, before the judges chose and overall winner.

Cloud’s family have now won over in prizes including 2 month’s grooming at Petmania Grooming Studio in Galway, a year’s food from Nutrition Partner Beta and a luxury staycation to the dog-friendly Enniscoe House, Mayo with its humans thanks to Ireland’s Blue Book Hotels.

“Cloud really stood out to all of the judges of this year’s Puppy of the Year. She’s a beautiful puppy who has developed the most amazing family bond with her big sister Maya and her human parents Daithi and Aine,” Petmania said.

“Her family story of separation during 2020 resonated with all the judges and the light that she has brought to her family reminds us all that despite everything that is happening at the moment, that we will prevail and get to see our loved ones again soon.”

“Not only that, but her humans have made sure she is growing up to be well mannered, full of personality, and despite her stunning looks not in the least a diva.”

An Bord Pleanála overturns permission for Westside Lidl

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November 25, 2020

Galway Daily news Green light for new Lidl supermarket in Moycullen

An Bord Pleanála has overturned planning permission granted for the construction of a new Lidl in the Westside area, but not for the reasons which were given in the appeal.

Lidl Ireland had plans to build a new discount foodstore on the site of the former Arch Motors on Seamus Quirke Road.

The project would have involved the demolition of two workshops to the rear of the site and a large portion of the Arch Motors premises.

In its place Lidl proposed to build a single storey discount foodstore with a total floorspace of 1,771sqm, and also convert a remaining portion of the Arch Motors premises to shop use.

On June 12 of this year, planning permission was granted by Galway City Council for the development with a total of 18 conditions attached.

An appeal was lodged against this decision by the HSE, which raised concerns about the potential impact of the development on helipad services for University Hospital Galway.

Plans have been agreed in principle for the construction of a permanent heliport facility for the hospital on lands adjacent to the proposed development.

However these concerns were addressed via an Aviation Assessment carried out by the the Proteus Group aviation consultants, and submitted by Lidl, proposing a range of mitigation measures for both the construction and operation of the store, which were accepted by the HSE.

Despite the fact that this seemed to resolve the grounds of the appeal which brought the matter before An Bord Pleanála, the higher planning authority overturned permission on the grounds that the plans did not comply with the zoning objectives of the site.

The C1 zoning objective for the site is to provide “enterprise, light industry and commercial uses other than those reserved for the City Centre zone”, and a specific objective of “bulky goods retailing and local retailing needs”.

Without an exception for a foodstore at this location, and with the existing supermarkets in the area, the board said that this development would be a “contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.”

Coronavirus: 6 new cases in Galway, 226 in Republic

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November 24, 2020

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

The Department of Health has reported 226 new cases of COVID-19 today and six further deaths related to the disease.

Six new cases were reported in Galway today, while 64 cases are in Dublin, 41 in Donegal, 23 in Tipperary and 13 in Limerick.

56% of today’s cases are under 45 years of age and the median age is 42.

There are five people in Galway hospitals with Covid-19 as of yesterday evening.

As of 2pm today, there are 292 people who have tested positive for Covid-19 in hospitals in the State, of which 36 are in ICU.

There have been 18 additional hospitalisations in the past 24 hours.

Galway’s 14-day incidence rate is now 65.1, with 168 new cases in the past fortnight.

New on-the-spot COVID fines announced

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November 24, 2020

Galway Daily news missing teen found safe

Gardaí will have the power to dish out a range of new on-the-spot fines for people breaching Covid-19 restrictions after a new statutory instrument was signed by Minister Stephen Donnelly.

People can now be fined €500 for organising an event in a private dwelling, while those attending an event can be given a €150 fine.

Anyone not wearing a mask on public transport or in certain retail outlets will face fines of €80 and those breaching travel regulations could be forced to pay a €100 fine.

The Department of Health has said that there is a small cohort of people who are ignoring the Covid-19 guidance and putting themselves and others at risk.

The new regulations will be in place for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, and will be amended as required.

Offences

Provision	Fixed Penalty Notice Provision	Penal Provision? (Tiered Penalties)	Dwelling Event Provision?	Relevant Provision?
Organising an event in a private dwelling in contravention of regulations	€500	Yes	Yes	No
Attending an event in a private dwelling in contravention of regulations	€150	Yes	Yes	No
Organising an event outside a private dwelling	€500	Yes	No	No
Breaching travel regulations	€100	Yes	No	No
Not wearing a face covering on public transport	€80	Yes	No	No
Not wearing a face covering in certain retail outlets	€80	Yes	No	No

COPE Galway to mark 16 Days of Action on Violence against Women

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November 24, 2020

cope galway domestic abuse poster 16 days

COPE Galway Domestic Abuse Service has called on the local community to recognise domestic abuse as a wider societal issue.

The organisation is asking people to be alert to the fact that a woman they know may be in an abusive situation at home which may be compounded under COVID restrictions.

Marking the annual global awareness campaign, 16 days of Action on Violence against Women, COPE Galway is calling on neighbours, friends, co-workers and professional services to make a conscious effort to open and keep open the lines of communication with a woman you may not have heard from in a while.

After several months of reduced interaction during the pandemic, it might take more of an effort to contact people – but the organisation says that as a community, we have a role to play in keeping channels of communication open with our friends and neighbours.

“Current living circumstances have eroded opportunities for women and children in abusive situations to seek help, to tell someone, to gain headspace, to reflect,” Dr Carol Baumann, Head of Domestic Abuse at COPE Galway.

“Normal channels for release – friends, professional services, extended family – are closed off, resulting in many more women and children living in more intense, possibly more dangerous homes.”

Dr Baumann advises that if someone is in danger, then the Gardai should be called at 999.

“Do not ignore the signs of isolation – if you see that things are not OK then call us on 091 56 59 85 and we can guide and help work out a way to support,” she said.

“Let your friend know it is possible to get help; if someone asks you to make the call, please do so. Our service is open 24/7. We have space. We have time. We offer support at every stage and guide through each step to take.”

The pandemic has presented a unique opportunity for intimate abuse and control, which thrives in a time of restricted movements and recommendations to work from home, to limit social interaction and to reduce contact.

Dr. Baumann continued: “The current public health messaging, essential in respect of a pandemic, perversely echoes the messages of an abusive partner – no need for you to go to work, stay here with me, we don’t need anyone else, I’ll mind your phone… COVID has become a partner in crime – it does not cause domestic abuse but it certainly promotes it”.

During the international “16 Days of Action” campaign (November 25-December 10), COPE Galway is publishing “Gillian’s Story” on their digital platforms, walking with Gillian as she wrestles with some tough choices.

On the final day, December 10, they launch their Relationship Checklist Poster, which contains some vital questions to ask yourself to determine the health of your relationship.

The poster will be available on www.copegalway.ie and is ready to go into all public outlets throughout city and county.

Maurice Nugent signs new contract with Galway United

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November 24, 2020

Galway Daily soccer Maurice Nugent signs new contract with Galway United

Maurice Nugent is the latest Galway United player whom it has been announced will be staying on for 2021.

The club announced on Tuesday that Nugent has signed a new contract for the coming season, in what will be his 7th season at Eamon Deacy Park.

The 22 year old defender had played midfield in the past, but settled into the centre back spot in the latter half of 2020.

“I think in the past my versatility has gone against me a bit, I’ve been between a few positions,” Nugent said.

“It was nice to find my position this year, I think it’s a big thing to settle, then it’s easy when you get a run of games and you feel more comfortable playing in that role.

“It was a crazy season of two halves, things just clicked for us. John gave a lift to the intensity at the club, the late goals and the run we went on were exciting and we’re hoping for more of the same next year.”

John Caulfield described Nugent as a versatile defender, who has been something of an “unsung hero”, and a thorough professional.

“Maurice has pace, he’s excellent in the air, and he’s got a fantastic attitude. He’s only 22 and he’s a player I see massive potential in, he has a big role to play at the club going forward.

“During our run-in, he stood up and was counted and he formed a solid partnership with Killian Brouder.”

Brouder also signed an extension to his contract this week, with Galway United confirming on Monday that he will be returning for 2021.

“I enjoyed playing alongside Maurice, we’ve known each other since we were 15, playing underage at Limerick. I felt we had a good balance in our partnership,” Brouder said.

“Maurice is very fit, he can get around well, whereas I like to get on the ball and play passes. We compliment each other well and we’ve developed a good understanding together.”

Centenary commemoration of Michael Moran’s shooting by Auxiliaries

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November 24, 2020

Galway Daily news Centenary commemoration Michael Moran's shooting by Auxiliaries

NUI Galway is holding a free online event this evening to commemorate the centenary death of Michal Moran, who was shot to death by the Auxiliaries in 1920.

On November 24, 1920 Moran was in the custody of the Auxiliaries when he was shot to death while allegedly attempting to escape.

The Carrowmoneen native was the commander of the Tuam IRA battalion, and was responsible for organising a number of raids, and an ambush of RIC constables in the area.

He was arrested in October 1920, and on the day in question he was being escorted from the RIC barracks on Eglinton Street to the temporary barracks of the 17^th Lancers, at what is now the College Bar and O’Donoghue Centre area of NUIG.

Moran was shot to death at the old ball alley at Queen’s College Galway after allegedly trying to run for it.

To mark the centenary of the tragedy on its campus, NUI Galway is holding a webinar which will discuss the life and death of Michael Moran.

The webinar will also examine the broader political context in which it occurred, in particular the escalation of the conflict in Ireland during the closing months of 1920.

The panellists are Síobhra Aiken (Centre for Irish Studies, NUIG), Prof. Linda Connolly (NUI Maynooth), Dr Jarlath Deignan, author of Troubled Times: War and Rebellion in North Galway, 1913-23, and military historian Damian Quinn.

The discussion will be moderated by Dr John Cunningham (Dept of History, NUI Galway).

Free registration for the event here: https://mooreinstitute.ie/event/webinar-remembering-michael-moran-nui-galway-marks-the-centenary-of-a-campus-tragedy/.

Flooding reported on N83 Tuam to Dunmore road

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November 24, 2020