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Luxurious country home boasts beautiful garden and views

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Galway Daily property Luxurious country home boasts beautiful garden and views

This beautiful five bedroom family home from O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers is located in Ryehill, Monivea, with the stunning country scenery at its back, and just a short distance from the village and its amenities.

Look over the hinterland from the impeccably maintained front and rear gardens on this half acre site that are perfect for kids to play in, a barbecue with the family, or just to bask in the summer.

The house’s interior matches the outdoors for its sense of style and comfort created by extensive work at the hands of its current owners, so well appointed you would think it’s either a stately country manor, or else a freshly built show house.

The layout of the country home is bright and airy, with large open rooms and rich wooden decor that soaks in the light and gives it back in spades. Downstairs the bright, tiled entrance hall leads to a large lounge, complete with fireplace, that practically oozes comfort.

Your family won’t ever be pressed for space to relax in, as the ground floor also contains another family room or playroom. One that is suitable for another fireplace, giving any owner plenty of options to leave their own mark on the home. Facing the south is a sunroom that is currently being used as an office, but could also be another relaxation space if desired.

At the heart of the ground floor is the open plan kitchen with a dining area, where a family can come together around the table, or just eat casually in the kitchen without tripping over one another. A downstairs bathroom and utility room complete the ground floor.

Upstairs are the house’s five comfortable bedrooms, four of which are spacious double sized rooms, and one of which is a single. Don’t worry about a rush on the bathroom, as the Master bedroom and two of the guest rooms are equipped with en-suites. A tastefully appointed main bathroom completes the floor.

The advised minimum value for this country home, which goes on sale by public auction later this month, is €240,000. To check our more details and pictures of this house go to odonnjoyce.com/residential/brochure/ryehill-monivea-galway/4433974.

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.

Approval given for special needs housing development at Mountbellew

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Galway daily news Knocknacarra social housing

Planning permission has been granted for a housing development at Mountbellew for the elderly or people with other special needs.

The Mountbellew Voluntary Homes Association has been given approval by the county council to build four terraced house and one detached house at Treanrevagh, Mountbellew.

This is the second time an application for sheltered housing has been made for this site after a similar development was approved in 2009, and an extension of duration granted in 2014.

As that permission has now expired a completely new application had to be made in order to continue the development.

In response to a request for further information about the intended management and occupation of these five homes from the county council, the Mountbellew VHA said that they have been “funded and designed specifically for those with special needs”.

The project has received funding from the government’s Capital Assistance Scheme for voluntary homes for those with additional needs such as the elderly or people with limited mobility.

“The responsibility for the maintenance of the semi-private spaces and greater public spaces will be borne by the Housing Association whilst the proposed reduced private open spaces are intended to be more manageable for the occupants.”

“In relation to car parking, it would not be envisaged that there would not be any more than 1 no. car space required per unit, whilst the surplus spaces are intended for use by visitors & carers.”

The plans submitted contain eight car parking spaces in total, including one disabled space.

The county council granted planning permission with a total of 17 conditions attached.

Among those it is stipulated that these units must remain in the ownership of the Mountbellew VHA, and can only be occupied by people and their carers in accordance with the information submitted with the planning application.

Roundstone water outages due to burst main repairs

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Galway daily news Water outages in multiple areas of Galway due to burst mains

Repairs to a burst water main could cause ongoing water outages to homes and businesses in the Roundstone area this morning.

The burst main in Roundstone was reported by Irish Water at around 4:45pm on Tuesday afternoon.

Repair work which began yesterday is scheduled to be completed by midday today.

Roundstone and the surrounding areas may experience water outages while this work is taking place.

Local residents are advised that it could take 2 – 3 hours after repairs are completed before their full supply is restored.

For updates, check Irish Water customer service Twitter account.

Coronavirus: 1 death, no new Galway cases

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

There has been one death related to COVID-19 reported to the Department of Health today, along with 24 new confirmed coronavirus cases.

The fresh death reported on Tuesday comes after two days in a row where there were no fatalities.

COVID-19 has now claimed a total of 1,742 lives in the Republic of Ireland, and there have been a total of 25,538 confirmed cases.

Fortunately the figures in Galway has stayed flat at 486 coronavirus cases in the city and county.

Validation of data by the HSE has resulted in the denotification of 17 previously confirmed cases.

The HSE’s Covid Tracker contact tracing app which launched today has been downloaded approximately 545,000 as of 5pm, after just a matter of hours.

“This is one more example of the solidarity and collective spirit that has characterised the Irish public’s response to COVID-19 to date,” said Axting Chief Medical Officer Dr Ronan Glynn.

“The app is an important tool to support our contact tracing systems,” he added.

“It has the potential to reduce the time that people are active in the community with infection, which will have a significant impact on the transmission of the disease.”

“The more people who download and use this app, the more effective it will be. It is a further opportunity for us to play our part in the response to COVID-19.”

Connacht Hospitality Group throws open the doors of its bars, restaurants, and hotels

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Galway Daily life & style Connacht Hotel named among most Family Friendly destinations in Europe

The Connacht Hospitality Group is back doing what it does best, treating its customers to fantastic food, drink, and accommodation across its bars, restaurants, and hotels.

The Hospitality Group has made a smooth transition to the new normal of operating to ensure safety from COVID-19 thanks to the preparations made while closed to ensure that staff and customers alike are safe.

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1520 Bar in the Latin Quarter

 

An Pucan and 1520 bars were the first to reopen, much to the joy of their regulars who can stop by for a meal and a pint with friends in the same welcoming atmosphere they’ve always had.

The CHG’s three hotels, The Residence Hotel, The Forster Court and The Connacht Hotel have also reopened after a great deal of preparation to ensure that guests from Ireland and elsewhere can be welcomed safely.

Galway daily life & style Connacht Hospitality Group throws open the doors of bars, restaurants, and hotels
The Residence Hotel in the Latin Quarter

The biggest focus is on cleaning, which has always been a major concern in hotels, but has never been more important than now.

The group have been very proactive about social distancing and safety signage to ensure that guests feel as safe as possible during their stay, and the reams of positive feedback delivered both online and from conversations with the guests says that this has been well received.

Forster Court Hotel

As booking continued to fill up the season is looking promising for the group despite all of the challenges facing the hospitality industry in the current climate.

The Hyde Bar at the Forster Court has also reopened with a seven day brunch menu that has gone down great with customers. Because why should brunch be confined to the weekend?

Demand has been so high that people are being encouraged to book ahead before coming in to dine and sample Hyde Bar’s delicious cocktails.

Walk in diners are being accommodated wherever possible, but dropping them a line on social media ahead of time is definitely the better option.

Connacht Hospitality Group throws open the doors of bars, restaurants, and hotels
Hyde Bar & Gin Parlour

As the world of sport reawakens the safest sport that there is in terms of social distancing is undoubtedly golf and the Galway Bay Golf Resort has seen a very busy return to action.

Shooting 18 on the club is the ideal way to get some exercise in and a lungful of sea air while staying safe and well distanced from others.

From the 10th of July and every other Friday for July and August the Galway Bay Golf Resort will be running an “Open Day” at the Resort so keep an eye on its social media channels for more info.

The only member of the group yet to open fully is Active Fitness, where the team at the 24 hour gym have been working hard to make sure it is ideally laid out to ensure the safety of returning customers.

Additional space has been created by making use of the studio rooms, as classes will not be taking place for the time being.

Members can book their workout via the Active Fitness app, for more information check out www.activefitness.ie or their social media pages

Calls for park and ride service from Galway Airport

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Galway daily news Salthill car parks reopen after run of bad weather

A City Councillor is calling for the establishment of a park and ride service from Galway Airport to the city to make proper use of the council owned site.

Councillor Alan Cheevers says that Galway Airport has been in the ownership of the city and county councils for nine years now, and that it’s time for an “ambitious plan” to better utilise the 115 acre site.

A previous effort to create a similar park and ride service failed because there was no dedicated bus lane into Parkmore or the city at the time Cllr Cheevers says.

The week the city and county councils’ Corporate Policy Group is due to meet and discuss creating a park and ride facility at Ardaun.

But Councillor Cheevers says that the airport would be a superior location with “infrastructure in place and over 300 carparking spaces” already available.

Professor at NUI Galway given highest honour within European life sciences

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Brian McStay at the Biosciences Research Centre at NUI Galway. Photograph by Aengus McMahon

A researcher at NUI Galway has been given the lifetime honour of membership of the European Molecular Biology Organization, it was announced today.

Professor Brian McStay, who graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a BA in Genetics and from University of Edinburgh with a PhD, received the honour in recognition of his achievements in the life sciences.

After post-doctoral research in the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Centre in Seattle, Professor McStay started his own research group in the University of Dundee, and since 2008, he has been a Professor in the Centre for Chromosome Biology at NUI Galway.

Speaking after today’s announcement, Professor McStay said that he is delighted that the work in his laboratory on the inner workings of the nucleolus in human cells has been recognised by his peers.

Professor Noel Lowndes, Director of the Centre for Chromosome Biology and also a member of the organisation, welcomed the Professor as NUI Galway’s second elected member of EMBO.

“Brian is now just one of seven others in Ireland who are members of the organisation,” hw said.

“Election to the membership of EMBO is the highest honour within European life sciences ranging from Bioinformatics to Zoology and I am delighted to welcome my Centre for Chromosome Biology colleague to the membership.”

EMBO Members actively participate in EMBO initiatives, by serving on EMBO Council and committees, mentoring young scientists, or supporting activities such as the promotion of sound science policy.

Members also guide and support the organisation in ensuring the highest quality in the selection of future members, postdoctoral fellows, and courses and workshops.

“The new Members have contributed to the success of research in the life sciences in Europe and around the world,” said EMBO Director Maria Leptin.

“As EMBO Members they can help to shape the future through EMBO’s work to support talented researchers, bring ideas together, and promote an international research environment conducive to excellent science.”

Galway companies awarded over €10 million to develop groundbreaking medical technologies

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Over €10 million in government funding has been awarded to Galway companies partnering with NUIG research teams to develop groundbreaking medical technologies.

Three projects aimed at improving heart health and cancer treatments have been awarded a total of €10.3 million from the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund.

Two of the projects are partnerships between NUIG and AuriGen Medical, a medtech company that is developing medical implants to help treat atrial fibrillation.

Atrial Fibrillation is a condition characterised by an irregular heartbeat, which causes palpitations, weakness, fatigue and dizziness, bur more dangerously, puts patients at five times the risk of stroke due to the formation of blood clots.

The first AuriGen project to receive backing under the DTF, taking place in partnership with NUIG’s Translational Medical Device Lab and led by Professors Martin O’Halloran, Adnan Elahi and Leo Quinlan.

The three year project aims to develop a novel implantable device to help treat atrial fibrillation and stroke.

The second AuriGen project supports the development of sensors for monitoring the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation with the Smart Sensors Laboratory at NUIG.

The third of these disruptive medical technologies is being developed by NUIG’s Centre for Cell Manufacturing Ireland and ONK Therapeutics Ltd.

They aim to develop an off-the-shelf, standardised cancer treatment that utilises modified Natural Killer cells.

Natural Killer cells are a type of white blood cells which target tumours, and ONK intends to modify them to improve their innate ability to detect and destroy cancer cells.

It’s hoped that the modification with Chimeric Antigen Receptors will enable them to be used in the treatment of a wide array of cancers.

The Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund was established under Project Ireland 2040 and is run by the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation with administrative support from Enterprise Ireland.

Professor Timothy O’Brien, Dean of the College of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences at NUIG said collaboration between industry and academia is key for medical advancements.

“Funding, like the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund, makes it possible for innovative academic teams to partner with local indigenous industry to develop essential medical innovations.”

“It provides the supportive environment for collaborative break-throughs. Galway has extraordinary talent and I look forward to the results of these complex projects.”

High drinking water quality reported in Galway’s public supplies in 2019

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Galway Daily news Ballyconneelly water outages

Galway’s public water supplies were recorded as having very high water quality compliance levels last year according to the latest information from the EPA.

The Environmental Protection Agency has today released its Drinking Water Quality in Public Supplies Report 2019.

Irish Water is responsible for delivering public water supplies to customers, and the EPA is the monitoring agency which, among other things, checks supplies for microbiological contamination from bacteria such as E. coli and Enterococci, and chemical contaminants such as lead, pesticides, and disinfectant by-products.

Among the 36 public supplies in Galway County, the EPA recorded a 100% compliance level with microbiological controls, and a 99.3% compliance with chemical controls.

There was one boil water notice issued for a public water supply in the county last year, affecting 246 people, and three audits were carried out by the EPA.

Galway City saw a 100% compliance level with both microbiological and chemical controls .

Launching the report, Laura Burke, EPA Director General said “The supply of safe drinking water is of critical importance for our wellbeing and for social and economic prosperity.”

She cautioned that “growing uncertainty” about Irish Water’s delivery of improvements to water treatment plants is undermining confidence in the delivery of a safe supply.

Of the 67 Boil Water notices issued in 2019, 59 were long term notices, requiring people in the affected areas to boil their water for more than 30 days.

The Kilconnell Boil Water notice, lifted last October, was one of just six in the report which was in place for longer than a year, having lasted 14 months due to elevated turbidity in the water.

Two notices alone affected more than 600,000 people, highlighting the vulnerability of water supplies.

Other areas of concern identified by the EPA include high levels of disinfection by products and pesticide failures in water supplies, and a failure to replace lead pipes in the network.

“Disinfection is the most important step in water treatment and makes our water safe by keeping water free of harmful bacteria, viruses and parasites,” said EPA Programme Manager Andy Fanning.

“Lead presents a different problem where the only remedy is to remove the lead pipework.”

“With the reduced programme for removing lead pipes the EPA estimates that it could take Irish Water up to 60 years to remove all public-side lead connections.”

However the report also noted that the number of water supplies on the EPA’s Remedial Action List declined from 63 to 52 last year.

Weather warning for heavy rain in place for Galway

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Galway Daily weather Weather warning for heavy rain and possible flooding now in effect

Met Eireann has issued a status yellow weather warning for heavy rain along the west coast today.

Up to 40mm of rain is expected to accumulate due to heavy rain on Tuesday morning and afternoon, leading to excess surface water.

The warning for counties Galway, Mayo, and Clare will be in place until 4pm this afternoon.

Another marine warning has been issued for boats off the west coast by Met Eireann today, as winds are forecast to reach force 6 or 7 today on coastal water from Carnsore Point to Mizen Head to Slyne Head.

Rain is expected to persist this evening in Galway, even after the weather warning has expired, but to lighten gradually over time.

More heavy rain is also forecast for Wednesday when unsettled conditions will continue.

Temperatures today will reach highs of 14 to 15 degrees, with moderate variable winds, veering westerly later in the day.

Coronavirus: No deaths for the second day, 4 new cases in Republic

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

There were zero COVID-related deaths reported in the Republic of Ireland today, for the second day in a row.

The total number of deaths related to the disease remains 1,741, while the number of cases has increased by four today to 25,531.

There were no additional cases reported for Galway in the most recent figures available.

Speaking this evening, Dr Tony Holohan said that if an environment does not feel safe, or it means you are unable to follow public health advice, do not risk it and go elsewhere.

“Between mid-May to the end of June, 35% of those identified as a close contact of a confirmed case did not take up the offer of a test.

“Every case has the potential to turn into a cluster, which in turn has the potential to spread through a community. If you are identified as a close contact, please take up the offer of a test without delay,” he said.

Rachel Kenna, Chief Nursing Officer, added: “If allowed to spread, COVID-19 has the potential to overwhelm our health service.

“Our healthcare workers remain on the frontline of this pandemic, and it is each individuals choices that will determine what our health service will face in the coming weeks and months.

“Please continue to follow the guidelines; physically distance, wash your hands regularly, use cough/sneeze etiquette, wear a face covering appropriately.”

New Clifden RNLI lifeboat commemorates volunteer in ‘Launch a Memory’ campaign

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Galway Daily news New Clifden RNLI lifeboat commemorates volunteer in 'Launch a Memory' campaign

A new all-weather RNLI lifeboat, which will be permanently based at Clifden in Connemara, will proudly carry the names of up to 10,000 people being commemorated by their loved ones.

The Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, is the second to be part of the charity’s ‘Launch a Memory’ fundraising campaign and the first to be based in Ireland.

The honour of the first name on the new lifeboat will go to a young volunteer, Lee Early (26), from Donegal, who tragically lost his life last year when he was involved in an accident on Arranmore Island.

Lee was the Deputy Coxswain at Arranmore RNLI and a Skipper of the local ferry, who loved the sea and the charity that saved lives at sea.

In a tribute to him, that charity will put his name as the first one on the new lifeboat, contained in the letters RNLI, alongside others whose loved ones want to commemorate them.

Lee’s father Jimmy Early, also a Coxswain with the Aranmore RNLI, said that he is “so proud” that his son’s name will take its place on the Clifden lifeboat, and that he knows it will be joined by many more.

“We live on an island off a larger island and so the sea is in our blood. I am very proud to be a lifeboat Coxswain, and I was so proud of Lee when he followed in my footsteps.”

“He is with us always. Every time we launch the lifeboat, we think of him, and this is a very meaningful way to commemorate him.”

There are three ways people can get the name of a loved one on the Launch a Memory boat.

Donations can be made online at rnli.org/launchamemory by phone on 01-895 1800 (Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm) or alternatively by post to RNLI, Airside, Swords, County Dublin K67 WA24.

There is a suggested donation of €30 with space to commemorate up to 10,000 names.

Daniel Curran, RNLI Engagement Lead, said: ‘We are so pleased to be able to bring ‘Launch A Memory’ to Ireland, with a lifeboat that will save lives off our coast for generations.

“Everyone who supports the campaign will receive email updates about the lifeboat, keeping them informed of all major developments on its journey to going on service and saving lives at sea in Clifden.

“RNLI lifeboat crews are busier than ever. The ‘Launch a Memory’ campaign, while a fundraiser for the charity, is also a way for us to say thank you to those people who support the lifeboat service and our volunteer lifeboat crew.”

“Great news” for Galway City as Cross Street is pedestrianised

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The pedestrianisation of Cross Street has been described as “great news” for Galway city.

Work to pedestrianise the street began today and Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan MEP took to social media to express his delight at the move.

Cllr Owen Hanley said that it is a “little strange to see”, but that “opening up our city is so worth it.”

“People are still walking on the footpaths so it will take some time to get used to it, but the culture change will be welcome,” he said.

Cross Street’s pedestrianisation is a temporary measure, but Cllr Hanley said if it’s welcomed by everyone, he can envisage it becoming permanent.

The pedestrianisation of Middle Street will be looked at in phase 2 of the Galway City Council Mobility Team’s plans.

Young people invited to share experiences of using mental health supports

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Young people are being invited to share their views on mental health services and supports in Ireland, as part of a youth mental health conference in autumn.

YOULEAD – a mental health research group at NUIG, and SPUNOUT.ie, are looking for people living in Ireland aged between 18 and 25 to submit a word, a few sentences or a story about mental health services in the country.

These submissions will form part of Ireland’s first Youth Mental Health Conference at the beginning of October.

The conference will consist of a series of online lunchtime events from 5-9 October, leading up to World Mental Health Day on Saturday, 10 October.

Throughout the conference national and international experts will be discussing their understanding of the mental health needs of young people, and the resources young people need.

During the week, YOULEAD will dedicate time during one of the lunchtime sessions to presenting the experiences of young people using mental health services/supports in Ireland, with the aim of providing a platform for young people to share their experiences with others.

The goal is to showcase multiple voices of young people, reflecting their experience of mental health services. A number of submissions will be performed by actors with the performance being shown online during the conference.

As this is a creative piece that will be performed, artistic license might be used. So, words, sentences or quotes, combined with other pieces, may be used to form a cohesive artistic piece.

Professor Gary Donohoe, Established Professor of Psychology at NUI Galway, said that a crucial element for developing the mental health services needing by young people is knowing what they think and what they have experienced.

“This is as much to identify the positives we can build on as the negatives we should address,” he said. “We’d like to give as many young people as possible a chance to share their experiences with us.”

Submissions can include, but is not limited to: What is/was your experience of mental health services/supports? What would your ideal mental health service look like? What advice would you give to someone trying to access support services in Ireland?

To submit, complete the YOULEAD form on the SPUNOUT website. The closing date for submissions is Friday, 31 July.
For further information on the first Youth Mental Health Research Meeting, click here.
Click here to register for the Meeting.

Pandemic Unemployment claims fall by 1,400 in Galway

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Galway Daily news Details announced for reopened Pandemic Unemployment scheme

There are 1,400 fewer people in Galway receiving Pandemic Unemployment benefits this week, as the number of people in the city and county receiving the payment falls to 22,800.

Nationwide, there are 439,000 people in Ireland in receipt of pandemic unemployment, a weekly decline of 26,100.

A further 63,000 people have closed their account with the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection, and 44,800 will be receiving their final payment tomorrow.

Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys said that the figures released today show that the reopening of our economy is picking up pace.

“With Phase 3 of Re-opening Ireland Roadmap underway, an increasing number of businesses are now beginning to start back again.”

“In the last week we have seen the highest number of people return to work in a single week, since the crisis commenced.”

As well as the COVID-19 pandemic unemployment there are over 65,000 employed signed up with the Revenue for the Wage Subsidy Scheme, supporting some 410,000 employees.

Minister Humphreys said that the government has made “employment recovery” a top priority, and that a jobs stimulus package will be announced later this month to help those who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19.

Galway businesses receive €4.3 million in COVID-19 restart grants

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Galway Daily news Dozens of Galway City community groups awarded €272,708 in grant funding

Businesses in Galway have so far been awarded €4.3 million in funding under the COVID-19 Restart Grant Scheme.

The Restart Grant scheme offers between €2,000 and €10,000 to help small and micro businesses with the costs of reopening and reemploying staff.

In order to qualify a business must have a commercially rateable premises, or one where rates are paid on your behalf and attributable to the business premises you occupy.

Galway senator Seán Kyne says that to date, €4.3 million in grants have gone to Galway businesses, and another €2.84 million to those in Mayo.

The scheme is administer by local authorities, and it is to them that businesses must apply if they wish to receive funding.

Seán Kyne praised the scheme as helping “businesses and helping workers resume their jobs” after the damage done by closures and a loss of turnover due to the COVID-19 crisis.

“The grant remains open for applications and I’d encourage businesses in Galway City, County and in Mayo to visit their council website to find out more or make an application.

Staff cheer woman leaving Portiuncula hospital after more than 80 days fighting COVID-19

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Galway Daily news Staff cheer woman leaving Portiuncula hospital after more than 80 days fighting COVID-19

There were emotional scenes at Portiuncula Hospital as one patient departed after spending the better part of three months fighting, and recovering from, COVID-19.

Rose Mannion, from Lorrha in North Tipperary spent 81 days in the ICU between Portiuncula Hospital and UHG over the course of her battle against COVID-19.

Along with her time in ICU, the 66 year old freelance photographer spent another 10 days recovering in a ward, having first been admitted to hospital with the disease on March 28.

Staff at Portiuncula Hospital gathered to applaud Rose as she left to begin her step down rehabilitation treatment in Limerick at the end of June.

In an emotional video shared by the Saolta Hospital Group on twitter, staff at Portiuncula cheered Rose and wished her well as she departed Portiuncula.

There have been a total of 25,527 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ireland, and the pandemic has claimed a total of 1,741 lives in the state.

 

image credit: Saolta/Twitter

Two Galway seafood companies awarded over €10k funding

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Galway Daily news Two Galway seafood companies awarded over €10k funding

Two Galway aquaculture projects have been awarded €10,598 in funding out of a national pot of €1.3 million allocated to 15 seafood projects nationwide.

Derrylea Holdings has been awarded €3,750, half of the total cost of a project for the ‘Organic Certification of Farmed Atlantic Salmon’.

The second Galway enterprise to receive funding under the programme is €6,848 to Killary Fjord Shellfish Ltd.

This comes to 40% of the total cost of an ‘Upgrade of rope mussel farm to continuous longline system’ project.

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Barry Cowen said that these investments are aimed at boosting production at oyster, mussel and salmon sites around the Irish coast.

The funding for these projects comes under the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund Programme, which awarded a grants totalling €1,282,277 to projects which represent a combined investment of €3.4 million in the sector.

The largest grant awarded was €504,665 to Ocean Farm Ltd in Donegal for their ‘Phase 3: Upgrade of salmon farm technology’ seafood project.

“It is heartening to see this continuing confidence in the future by these ambitious aquaculture enterprises,” Minister Cowen said.

“While recent months were challenging for many aquaculture businesses, the overall trend has been one of growing world demand for our seafood products.”

Coronavirus: No deaths but 18 new cases in Ireland

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

There were no deaths related to COVID-19 today, but 18 new coronavirus cases in the Republic of Ireland were reported to the Department of Health.

There have now been a total of  25,527 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ireland, and the pandemic has claimed a total of 1,741 lives 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.

County by county statistics will next be available on Monday, but other detailed statistics can be viewed on the department’s COVID-19 dashboard.

Council refuses approval for new nursing home outside Gort

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Galway County Council has refused planning permission for the construction of a 50 bed nursing home to the east of Gort.

Plans were submitted in March for a nursing home suitable for 50 residents, with a landscaped exterior, at Forthill, Kilbeacanty.

Two objections to this development were made by a local resident and An Taisce, both of which said the rural nature of this site would bring a lot of traffic to a small road.

In refusing planning permission the county council gave mention to the “un-serviced site” which is in a located in an area that is “rural in nature” with no connection to the limited services in the area.

The council also mentioned the lack of “up to date chemical, bacteriological, and yield test results” as concerns towards providing a safe water supply, as well as flood risk concerns.

The developer also failed to demonstrate that the proposed entrance would not pose a road safety hazard by showing satisfactory sightlines.