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Coronavirus: No deaths or new Galway cases today

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

There were no deaths related to the coronavirus reported to the HPSC today. The HPSC has been notified of 17 new COVID-19 cases.

The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed 1,746 lives in the Republic of Ireland, and there have been a total of 25,628 coronavirus cases in the state.

The HSE is working to identify any contacts the patients may have had to provide them with information and advice to prevent further spread.

Fortunately none of the new cases reported today were in Galway. The total figure for the city and county actually declined by 1 today tocorona 489.

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre have advised that in the process of validating data and reviewing addresses, county totals may change due to cases being reassigned to another county.

Dr Ronan Glynn, Acting Chief Medical Officer warned that “This virus is still out there. It is still in people.”

“It only needs the smallest window of opportunity to become a major problem once again.”

Galway City recycling centre resuming normal operations

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Galway news City recycling centre reopens from Monday

Galway City Recycling Centre will be returning to its normal operating hours from Monday after a period of restricted services upon reopening.

The City Council Civic Amenity Site in Liosbain Industrial Estate reopened on June 10

However for the past month the recycling centre has only been operating three days a week.

From Monday, July 13 the centre will resume operating throughout the week, except on Sundays.

The opening hours of the facility are:

Monday – Thursday: 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Friday: 1:30pm – 3pm

Saturday

Additional signage has been installed to emphasise the one way system and social distancing measures in place.

The city council has emphasised that this is a self-service facility, one that is only for household recycling, and not commercial use.

Zoom launch for new issue of poetry magazine Skylight 47

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Galway Daily arts & culture Call to local writers for the Over the Edge Fiction Slam

Over The Edge presents issue 13 of Skylight 47 “possibly Ireland’s most interesting poetry publication”, launching on Zoom this month.

The issue includes a wide range of poems, reviews of poetry collections, and a poetry master class in which an established poet makes detailed editing suggestions for a poem submitted to them anonymously.

The latest issue of this seven year old magazine has been edited by Bernie Crawford, Nicki Griffin, & Ruth Quinlan.

The launch will be include readings by contributors of their poems, led by award-winning poet Jane Robinson who will also read some of her own work.

Jane Robinson’s poems have won the Strokestown International Poetry Prize and has also been honoured at the Red Line Book Festival.

The Dublin based poet has published in journals including Poetry Ireland Review, The Stinging Fly, Banshee, and more.

Her debut collection  Journey to the Sleeping Whale (Salmon Poetry, 2018) won the 2019 Shine/Strong Award for Best First Collection by an Irish poet.

The first issue of Skylight 47 was published in January 2013 to celebrate ten years of Galway’s Over The Edge readings in the City Library.

Issue 13 will be having a launch event on Zoom at the next meeting of Over the Edge on July 23.

The launch will take place at 6:30pm on Thursday, July 23, and people are invited to join in the zoom meeting at us02web.zoom.us/j/7389013549, Meeting ID: 738 901 3549.

You can get your copy of Skylight 47 in advance online here.

Culture Night 2020 – county council seeks event ideas

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Galway Daily arts & culture Culture Night 2020 - county council seeks event ideas

Galway County Council is currently inviting applications from people who have an event they think would make a good addition to Galway County Culture Night 2020.

Culture Night will have its 15th anniversary this year when it takes place on Friday, September 18.

Though planning for the night is still steaming ahead, there are going to have to be changes from past events due to COVID-19.

This year the goal is to host “a mix of location-based attractions and digital delights,” the county council said.

“Planning with the theme of ‘Culture Night Re-Imagined’ firmly to the forefront, we are currently seeking proposals for digital and socially distant physical events for Galway County”.

Anyone who has an event of activity they think would make a good addition to the budding programme is invited to submit their application before Friday, July 17.

Any questions can be directed to the council by email at culturenight@galwaycoco.ie or by calling 091 509177.

Galway Hotel designates an entire floor to over 65s

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Galway Daily life & style Galway Hotel designates an entire floor to over 65s

One of the things we’ve all been asked to do in the COVID-19 crisis is to show consideration for older people who are more vulnerable to the virus, and one Galway hotel is putting its money where its mouth is on that front.

The iconic Hardiman Hotel has designated an entire floor specifically for over 65s as the country reopens, and people begin to plot their staycations at home this year.

As soon as guest arrive, they can avail of the Valet Parking Service with complimentary Tea, Coffee and Homemade Scones to welcome guests in, then it’s onto the Designated Bedroom Floor which is on the second floor of the hotel so guests do not have to use the lift service and can take the stairs should they so wish.

Eating at the Hardiman for these guests is in an over 65’s only dining area, and if you fancy dining in your room there is no tray charge for room service.

Heading out, there’s a direct exit from the Hardiman into Ceannt Station, or to a waiting pick up through the hotel’s back door which opens onto the bus and train station so guests can literally walk in off the platform into the waiting lap of luxury.

Rates for a mid-week offer for 2 Nights Bed and Breakfast and 2 Dinners at the Galway hotel from July -Sept €198 per person sharing /Oct €178 per person sharing/ Nov €178 per person sharing.

To celebrate reopening, the Home Suite Staycation package is inviting people to come and stay for three nights in a luxurious, newly refurbished junior or deluxe suite and get the third night complimentary.

With amazing views on Eyre Square or towards Galway Bay paired with a freshly cooked to order full Irish Breakfast is included each morning in the hotels Gaslight Brasserie this is a stay in Galway that will definitely make holidaying in Ireland a treat.

“We have looked at taking all the stress out of travelling within Ireland for our guests especially the over 65s who have been cocooning for months,” explained Caroline Spollen of The Hardiman.

“Safety is key but also, we want this to feel like a holiday, a treat. We are all so happy to be back at work.”

“Life has changed so much so we want a trip to Galway and a stay at the Hardiman to be a highlight of 2020 for people.”

Work to start next month on Tuam Intreo Centre

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Galway Daily news Work to start next month on Tuam Intreo Centre

Work is set to begin on converting the old Tuam library into a new Intreo Centre for the town in the next month a Galway TD has said.

Galway East TD Seán Canney says that he has received confirmation that Mayo based Finna Construction has been chosen as the contractor for the refurbishment project.

Work is set to commence on set this August, and the project has an estimated seven month timeframe.

“The project represents an investment of approximately €2 million in the centre of Tuam and will bring back into use an iconic building in the centre of the town,” Canney said.

The works will include the conversion of the existing building into offices for the Department of Social Protection as a one stop shop for social welfare services.

The project is being managed by the Office of Public Works on behalf of the Department of Social Protection.

“In my role as Minister of the Office of Public Works, I was delighted to bring forward this project and I am delighted to see the project come to a successful conclusion”.

Two injured after plane crash in Galway field

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Galway Daily news Missing 17 year old teenager found safe and well

Two people were taken to hospital with injuries sustained in a plane crash near Athenry today.

The incident involved a Cessna light aircraft which crashed in a field close to Killimordaly at around 12:45pm this afternoon.

Two occupants of the plane were taken to University Hospital Galway by ambulance.

Gardaí and Emergency Services remain at the scene of the incident, which is being preserved.

The Irish Aviation Authority has been notified of the plane crash a garda spokesperson said.

Coronavirus: 2 deaths and spike in Galway cases today

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

There have been two deaths related to coronavirus reported to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre, along with 23 new confirmed COVID-19 cases.

Today also saw a spike in Galway COVID-19 cases, with four of today’s new cases confirmed here.

This is the largest number of cases reported in Galway in a single day since May 29, and brings the total number of cases in the city and county to 490.

The Coronavirus pandemic has now claimed a total of 1,746 lives in the country, and there have been a total of 25,611 confirmed cases.

Validation of data by the HPSC has resulted in the denotification of one previously confirmed case.

The HSE is working to identify any contacts the patients may have had to provide them with information and advice to prevent further spread.

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

GMIT President welcomes Australian Embassy’s Head of Mission

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Galway Daily education GMIT President welcomes Australian Embassy Head of Mission

The President of GMIT, Dr Orla Flynn, this week welcomed the Australian Head of Mission to Ireland, Mr Robert Owen-Jones, to GMIT while he was touring the west.

Mr Owen-Jones, Charge d’Affaires at the Australian Embassy in Ireland, was on a two-day trip to Galway seeking to build cultural and business opportunities with organisations in the west.

He met with GMIT management including Australian native Dr Rick Officer, the IoT’s Vice President for Research and Innovation.

Dr Orla Flynn, President of GMIT, said “It was a great pleasure to meet Mr Owen-Jones and discuss the potential the west of Ireland offers, with our strong talent pool and quality of life.”

He later visited Galway Chamber where he met with local business leaders and companies with strong Australian ties including local employer Siteminder.

He also met a group of 50 native Australians who live in Galway and the west.

During his visit, Mr Owen-Jones praised Galway for both maintaining it’s traditional artistic and cultural strengths, while also encouraging business and investment in modern, high tech sectors.

“The longstanding commitment and determination to see the development of culture in this region has been truly remarkable.”

“Not only in the promotion of new and upcoming artists, but in the protection of rural and more traditional Irish culture in a way that respects their unique history while maintaining the development of a modern and outward-looking city.”

The tour of the west of Ireland comes as Australia and the European Union are negotiating on a potential far reaching trade deal.

Extension of planning permission sought for new UHG Oncology Centre

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An extension of planning permission is being sought for the construction of a new Oncology Centre at University Hospital Galway.

When completed the oncology centre will include seven radiotherapy treatment vaults, a brachytherapy suite, two CT rooms, on-treatment support and ancillary physics, treatment planning and administration facilities.

The HSE was first granted planning permission in October 2015 for the demolition of the existing Psychiatric unit and link corridor to the hospital’s Paediatric unit, and to build a three storey Radiation Oncology Centre in its place.

The grant of planning permission is set to expire on August 11 of this year, and the HSE is predicting that the project will be completed by June 2022.

The work carried out on the site so far includes the construction of a new ground floor link corridor between the Paediatric Unit and the main hospital, and modification to the road and car park layout on site.

The Psychiatric Unit has been demolished, and site preparation work which has taken place includes “the removal of redundant services, the completion of a bulk dig and the provision of perimeter hording to the site”.

Galway City Council is due to rule on this Extension of Duration application by August 4.

Funding approved for reimagined Galway 2020 programme

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Galway daily news Call for further transparency on Galway 2020 finances

The government has approved funding for a reimagined Galway 2020 programme as the European Capital of Culture project will now run to early 2021.

Minister for Tourism, Arts, and Culture Catherine Martin said this week that she is committed to sharing the “immense work” undertaken by the many cultural partners involved in Galway 2020, much of which has been years in the making.

The reimagined programme contains 28 projects involving more than 350 artists across theatre, dance, visual art, musical composition and performance, circus and street performance, literature, poetry and film.

Some of the big names which will be getting their work out in some format include Macnas, whose ambitiously epic take on Gilgamesh will be moving to a largely digital format.

Galway’s world renowned Druid Theatre will also be staging a series of one-act performances in an outdoor setting.

“Bringing the Galway 2020 Programme to audiences in innovative ways will serve to highlight the creativity of Galway and Ireland on the global stage”

The Galway 2020 team welcomed the government’s approval of funding to allow the European Capital of Culture year to go ahead, albeit in a reduced format.

The highly anticipated project was one of the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has made it impossible to hold large scale events over the past few months.

The Capital of Culture team was forced to make significant personnel cutbacks in April, including ending its partnership with Creative Director Helen Marriage and Artichoke, the company behind organising the original programme.

The delivery of the programme has had to be reimagined by the cultural partners in order to take account of changed circumstances owing to COVID-19 and public health guidance.

It will now involve a mixture of physical performance in compliance with prevailing restrictions and online delivery of events.

In a statement the Capital of Culture team said that the confirmation of funding for the new programme comes after long discussions with the Department of Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht and the EU Commission, as well as engagement with their cultural partners.

“The focus of the re-imagined programme is primarily on the local and national artists from the programme that won Galway 2020 the European Capital of Culture designation for 2020.

“Ensuring that these projects could be delivered, to help sustain the local cultural economy in light of the devastating impact of Covid 19 on the sector, has been the priority for Galway 2020.

More details about this new programme will be announced in the coming days.

Man in his 60s killed in Moylough house fire

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Galway daily news Three people hospitalised after Galway City house fire

A man in his 60s has died following a house fire in Moylough in the early hours of this morning.

Fire services and Gardaí were called to the scene of a house fire in Moylough after the alarm was raised at approximately 5am on Saturday morning.

After the fire was extinguished the body of a man in his 60s was discovered in the home.

The scene was examined by local scene of crime officers and the local Coroner has been notified.

Investigations are ongoing, but Gardaí say that foul play is not suspected at this time.

Galway’s vegetarian Lighthouse Café opens new location

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Galway Daily food & drink Galway's vegetarian Lighthouse Café opens new location

Plant based power has come to Terryland as Galway’s vegetarian café The Lighthouse has opened a second branch for delicious green food.

Having first opened on Abbeygate street three years ago, The Lighthouse café is coming out of lockdown swinging with a new outlet for customers and an all new menu.

The café which serves non fried vegan and vegetarian food only has reopened with an entire new menu that sees both locations working together to deliver a greater variety of food than ever before.

All dishes are cooked on site in both locations with the Terryland Lighthouse kitchen making all savoury and hot dishes and the team on Abbeygate Street looking after all the in-house bakes.

Then Fiona delivers the produce between locations on the lighthouse electric bike. The business which has a commitment to the environment is trying to support a greener city within Galway.

“We had a lease signed and ready pre-COVID so we really just worked away on making it happen whilst the world went into lockdown,” said Kerry Legh co-owner of The Lighthouse Cafes in Galway.

Now we have two places where people can enjoy our take on vegan and veggie food. We have no fryers so all our food is really healthy which we love.

The menu mainly uses

Highlights from the cold menu include, A Vegan Banh Mi with lentil peanut pate, slaw, tamarind aubergine, pickled Daikon, vegan mayo and coriander all served on crusty bread.

Or a Caraway roast beets and walnut salad with Steve’s leaves, slaw, veggies, lentils with whipped vegan feta or Larry’s Goats Cheese and a Buffalo cauliflower wings bowl with vegan blue cheese dressing and pickles.

The Lighthouse Hot daily specials include a vegan soup, or hotpot like a Chipotle chilli with sweet potato, black beans and kale all served with salad and brown rice.

For sweet treats there is a selection of in-house baked fruit scones, polenta cakes, vegan chocolate brownies or a traditional Carrot cake.

Which all naturally are washed down with a range of freshly brewed coffees, yeas and in house cold pressed juices.

The Lighthouse Café is open on Abbeygate Street and in Terryland from 10am Wednesday to Saturday until 4pm.

The Lighthouse has limited indoor seating but has a full Lighthouse To Go range that you can enjoy which is fully compostable.

For more information check them out across all social channels or pop into their two locations.

Pride Inside – Galway is showing its pride online

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Galway Daily news Galway Pride Week gets underway with flag raising in Eyre Square

Covid-19 has created difficulties for many of the community groups that fill our calender and country with year round events. In recent decades, summer has been host to LGBT+ Pride parades and festivals in Galway throughout the country.

It has filled the streets of Dublin, brought colour and visibility to rural towns, and been a 30 year annual staple here in Galway City.

Coronavirus has challenged that and uprooted many of the ways Pride organisation that have come before have worked.

But the need for advocacy, activism, and community spirit remains just as important as ever.

That is where Pride Inside comes in, a brand new virtual Pride Week festival.

A collaboration between 7 different Prides from across the West and rural Ireland. Galway Community Pride, Kerry Pride, Mayo Pride, Sligo Pride, Limerick Pride, Killarney Pride and Black Pride Ireland have all joined forces to create an entertaining and energising week of festivities.

Taking place online between the 11th and 19th of July the event is a digital celebration of LGBT+ Pride.

Galway Community Pride Chairperson Scott Green said that Galway Pride was more than excited to be a part of this collaboration.

“Pride Inside represents the solidarity community groups across the country are demonstrating in order give back to the community like never before.

“Galway Pride is delighted to be able to contribute with our own unique traits bringing a much needed touch of Gaeilge and working with the Galway Film Fleadh to bring LGBT+ film screenings on July 11th and 12th.”

Morgan Queeney is the original creator of Pride Inside, former Chairperson of Galway Pride, and current Chairperson of Kerry Pride.

They said “Pride Inside is a much needed event that people can enjoy from the safety of their own homes, for free.

It’s not Pride without our community, and we couldn’t let this year go past without bringing a little joy to the colourful LGBT family here in Ireland.

“We have educational, impassioned panels, show stopping acts, shoutouts from some familiar faces, quizzes and online tutorials. Open a zoom room with some friends and experience pride together!”

Pride Inside

The festival will kick off on Saturday July 11th with Limerick Pride’s virtual parade followed by a Pridefest Blocparty.

Sunday will see Anseo agus Aiteach, a queer chat as Gaeilge, Cuppa T with Tina D, a chat show hosted by Drag Queen Tina D, and a Queer Eye Netflix party.

Galway Film Fleadh will take place across Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th of July.

Monday kicks off with a Fitness and Dance online class, followed by an LGBT+ Art and Expression Panel.

There will also be a Mental Health and Resilience panel followed by a Disclosure Netflix party.

Another Fitness and Dance party kicks off Tuesday’s celebrations, followed by a Bi+ community panel and a Black Pride panel. The day is to be closed with a Netflix Party where attendees will watch Pose.

Wednesday July 15th will see an online Yoga class followed by an online embroidery class.

We’re Here, We’re Queer and We’re Rural is the days panel discussion before a Netflix Party celebrating A Secret Love.

Zumba kicks off Thursday’s events, which is followed by a Sexual Health panel and a Trans and Non Binary identity panel. The day will be closed with a live stream performance.

Friday July 17th is set to be jam packed as the day begins with Yoga, followed by a Coming Out workshop.

A Queer Belonging talk will also be held, followed by an LGBT+ quiz and a live performance.

Saturday begins with a Pride in Our Country panel featuring people from across Ireland. There will also be a party with performances, prizes and so much more.

The day will end with a DJ set live performance. And finally, Sunday July 19th will round off the annual festival.

Attendees can expect an online cooking class, queer Dungeons and Dragons, an online chill painting class with a second instalment of Anseo agus Aiteach, before the event is closed by A Cuppa T with Tina D.

Take a Summer Cycle in aid of Croí and help people living with heart disease and stroke

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Galway Daily sport Take a Summer Cycle in aid of Croí and help people living with heart disease and stroke

Help people at risk of heart disease and stroke this year with the ‘My Summer Cycle for Croí’ charity event taking place this August Bank Holiday Weekend.

Join Croí supporters including Jim Crowley, heart specialist  at Galway University Hospital, former Galway hurling star, Ollie Canning, and cycling clubs across the country for a cycle to raise funds in support of those affected by heart disease and stroke.

Now typically, these charity cycles are massive group affairs, with hundreds or thousands of cyclists packing the streets along a single route.

But this year, to keep safe even as coronavirus restrictions ease, cyclists taking park are asked to keep a safe distance and cycle their favourite local route this August Bank Holiday weekend in aid of Croí. 

Prof Crowley says the summer cycle is a “great event to raise much-needed funds for Croí as it supports people living with heart disease and stroke, especially during these difficult times.”

“And it’s great to get out on the bike, bring the family and cycle in support of your own heart health!”

Registration is a €25 donation to Croí, and cyclists are encouraged to try and fundraise at least €1 for every kilometre cycled. All registrants receive a special Croí Summer Cycle neck snood.

“Bring your family, friends or team mates together for Croí’s Summer Cycle – all ages and cycling abilities are welcome to take part and help us raise much-needed funds to support our work in fighting heart disease and stroke,” says Christine Flanagan, Croí’s Director of Fundraising. 

Croí is facing an unprecedented challenge – people living with heart disease and stroke are most at risk if affected by COVID-19 and they need Croí’s support services more than ever.

Funds raised will directly support the Croí Heartlink West programme, which is a ‘free of charge’ support service for heart and stroke patients and their caregivers, providing direct access to the Croí specialist health team.

“Here at Croí, we rely on our own fundraising activities as we are not state-funded, and with the cancellation of so many of our events this year, we are appealing for support with this event.”

“Last year we celebrated 25 years of the Croí cycle… this year is going to be different, but we ask that you still cycle for Croí – your distance, your route, your way!,” says Flanagan.

So put on your favourite cycling jersey and head off on your favourite route for a Summer Cycle in aid of Croí this August long weekend. You can share pictures of your cycle online by tagging Croí @croiheartstroke. 

Learn more about the cycle and register now at www.croi.ie/mysummercycle. 

Coronavirus: 1 death and 25 new cases today

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

There has been one death related to COVID-19 reported to the Department of Health today, along with 25 new confirmed coronavirus cases.

However, despite this the total number of cases assigned to Galway has actually dropped by one today to 486.

Validation of data by the HPSC has resulted in the denotification of one case today, and the HPSC has also said that as the validation and address checking process continues, cases may be reassigned to different counties.

There have now been a total of 25,589 COVID-19 cases in the Republic of Ireland, and the coronavirus has claimed 1,744 lives in the state.

Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said “This weekend, we all have an opportunity to exercise, socialise and enjoy life in a safe and responsible way.”

“Continue to protect each other using public health advice and encourage each other to make safe choices as we work together to limit the spread of COVID-19.

“We have all achieved so much through solidarity over the last few months, that effort must not be in vain.”

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

As of midnight on Wednesday, July 8 a total of 3,328 people have been hospitalised due to COVID-19, and 436 have required admittance to the ICU.

There have been 13,050 cases associated with clusters of the disease, and 8,268 cases among healthcare workers.

Bus Eireann warns demand for Expressway travel is well beyond capacity

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Galway daily news Bus Eireann rolling out new Galway Expressway services

Bus Eireann are advising people to save bus travel for essential journeys as many Expressway routes in Galway and around the country are facing a demand beyond their capacity.

Bus Eireann is currently operating at 50% capacity on each bus to comply with COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.

This means that the Expressway Intercity service currently has a capacity of 8,000 seats, compared with 16,000 before the pandemic.

Furthermore, 64 per cent of licenced coach and bus services are currently not operational, very substantially reducing capacity on intercity routes from pre-COVID levels.

In the past few days Bus Eireann has said that multiple expressway services on Route 51: Galway – Cork, Route 51: Galway – Ballina, Route 20 & X20: Galway – Dublin, and Route 64: Galway – Derry has been at full capacity setting off.

This can have a big impact on people who want to travel from the intermediate stops on those routes, as they may not be able to board if the bus is full up with intercity travel.

We very much regret that, despite all of our available coaches and drivers being deployed, at the moment some people are not able to board Expressway services when they wish to travel,” said Eleanor Farrell, Chief Commercial Officer, Bus Éireann.

She added that public health and safety are their top priority, and there will be no flexibility on going beyond the permitted capacity.

“We realise this is disappointing, and also that it can be challenging for our drivers. No-one wants to leave people without transport.”

Full services can be of particular concern to people wishing to travel from intermediate stops and we anticipate that demand may continue to increase,” continued Eleanor Farrell.

People are being encouraged to consider if their journey is absolutely essential, and to check the Expressway and Bus Eireann live Twitter feeds on bus capacity.

The busiest bus times reported at the are from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 3.00 pm to 7.00 pm. There is also increased demand on weekends, especially Friday afternoons and Sundays.

“We very much appreciate the understanding and cooperation of customers and our staff as we manage demand through these unprecedented times and look forward to keeping people connected around the country.”

Pristine three-bed duplex is in turn-key condition

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Galway Daily property Pristine three-bed duplex is in turn-key condition

This three-bed duplex house in the heart of Tuam town would make a perfect investment for any buyer, ready for people to move in at a moment’s notice.

O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers are offering two incredible mid-terrace duplex properties in identical condition at 15 & 16 Waterslade Place, Tuam by public auction later this month.

With not so much as a lick of paint required, these properties would be a great purchase for any first time buyer either looking for a family home in Tuam, or a perfect entry point onto the investment ladder.

Located right next to Tuam town centre, they have all the benefits of being in one of Galway’s most thriving towns.

Bright timber and tiled floors and soft painted walls create a bright interior that goes perfectly with the spacious floor plan.

Downstairs the tiled entrance hall contains welcome storage under the stairs. While the attractive timber floored lounge provides plenty of relaxation and dining space.

Quality fixtures include an attractive fireplace in the main lounge and a modern kitchen with lots of storage space, and plenty of room to cook without tripping over each other.

Upstairs consists of three double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, one of which comes with its own tiled en-suite complete with a shower.

The main bathroom, tiled and fitted with both bath and shower, completes the first floor.

This property is available for viewing by appointment on Wednesday and Saturdays from 11.00 – 12.00.

It will be up for sale by public auction at the Harbour Hotel on New Docks Road, Galway City on July 24 at 12pm.

For more information on these duplex units, check O’Donnellan & Joyce’s website at: odonnjoyce.com/residential/brochure/16-waterslade-place-tuam-galway/4415005 and odonnjoyce.com/residential/brochure/15-waterslade-place-tuam-galway/4414996.

Both properties are identical in their layout and condition, with just €15,000 in price between them.

Take a virtual tour of No. 16 Waterslade Place in the video below:

Auction & Home Viewings

The next open property auction for O’Donnellan & Joyce will take place on July 24 at the Harbour Hotel on New Dock Road in Galway City at 12pm.

There are 37 properties up for grabs by interested parties, 21 of which are in Galway City and County. These include a modern city penthouse, homes in Tuam, Ballinasloe, Athenry, and more, a Gala store and Petrol Station in Renvyle, and 16 acres of agricultural land at Kilconnell.

See the full list of properties going on auction later this month on O’Donnellan & Joyce’s website here: http://property.odonnjoyce.com/auction/properties/3784.

Viewings are available for each of the auction properties by appointment on Wednesdays and Saturdays at different times. 

4 Priory Road: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 2.00 to 3.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

70 Grattan Park: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 3.30 to 4.30 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

4 McHugh Avenue: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 5.00 to 6.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

3 Saint Johns Place: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 12.30 to 1.30 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

24 Dangan Heights: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 11.00 to 12.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

29 Bridgewater Court: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 3.30 to 4.30 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

16 Aran Court: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 5.00 to 6.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

Ryehill, Monivea: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 1.00 to 2.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

Station House, Caherdaly: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 12.30 to 1.30 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

Clareview, Convent Road: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 11.00 to 12.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

16 Waterslade Place: Viewing Wednesdays & Saturdays 11.00 to 12.00 strictly by appointment. Please Call to Book.

To book a viewing or for more information about this property auction, please call O’Donnellan & Joyce’s office at 091-564212.

Blackrock Diving Tower getting a facelift

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Galway Daily news jigsaw

Galway’s famed Blackrock Diving Tower is set to get a facelift with a new coat of paint after many years.

City Councillor Clodagh Higgins says that a contractor has been appointed by the council to paint Blackrock, which has seen its facade start to flake after years exposed to the elements.

Blackrock has been “looking shoddy” in recent times, the Fine Gael Cllr said, and that a “splash of paint” will make all the difference in restoring it to its proper condition.

“The fact we are in summertime and lockdown has been lifted means more and more people are in the vicinity, swimming in Galway bay and it is only right and proper that it is in the best condition possible”.

“The Blackrock Diving Tower is one of the most photographed landmarks in Galway and as a proud resident of Salthill I feel it is crucial that it is maintained appropriately.”

“I am delighted to see the diving tower will be restored to its former glory and a huge thanks to Galway City Council for investing in Salthill at a time when there are so many demands on resources.”

 

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Providing affordable homes is key litmus test of new government, says Galway TD

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A Galway West TD has stated that delivering real affordable homes for working people in the county and across the state will be the key litmus test of the new government.

Sinn Féin TD Mairéad Farrell, who was selected for a front bench position last week, said that her party will use the first private members business slot of the new Dáil term to debate a motion on affordable housing.

She added that in Galway, housing was one of the biggest issues of February’s general election.

“The average house price in Galway City in the first quarter of 2020 was over €290,000 and an average 4 bedroom home here is coming in at €408,000,” she said.

“The reality is that Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil were in power for four years and failed to deliver any affordable homes to rent or to buy through any government scheme.

“Fine Gael did not publish any affordable housing scheme while leading the last government and Fianna Fáil has not published any detailed policy on affordable housing.”

Deputy Farrell says that the programme for government does not contain any affordable housing definitions, price points or targets and described it as a repackaged commitment from the 2016 programme for government.

“In fact Sinn Féin is the only political party to publish a detailed, costed policy on affordable housing. Five weeks ago, my colleague and Sinn Féin Housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin TD published an affordable housing draft circular that would deliver affordable homes to rent and to buy on public land. This motion we’re putting forward is based on that circular.”

The party’s new spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform said that the government must undertake a massive house building programme on public land.

“That is the only way to deliver the genuinely affordable homes that people need and Galway, along with other parts of the state, is in dire need of such a programme.”

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