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July 24, 2019

Galway Daily news Plans for €12.5 million city centre office development

Plans have been submitted for a €12.5 million office development in Galway city centre.

O’Malley Group (Homes and Developments) Limited are seeking planning permission from the city council for the construction of a new seven storey office building and the expansion of existing office on St. Augustine street.

The development, currently at a pre-validation stage, at the site of the Hynes Building on St. Augistine Street will have two major components.

The first part will involve the demolition of an existing building in the north east corner of the site known as the St. Clare Walk building.

In its place is intended to be a seven storey building with a new junior library and office reception at ground floor and office use to all upper floors.

An additional three storeys of offices will be built over the existing Hynes Building, along with a single storey extension to the ground floor of the building housing Galway City Library.

Public submissions about this project can be made to the city council up to August 15, and a decision on the planning application is due by September 15.

Galway’s Purcell Construction receives prestigious award for staff development

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July 24, 2019

Galway Daily news Galway construction company wins national staff development award

Galway based Purcell Construction has been awarded the CPD Accredited Employer Standard by Engineers Ireland in recognition of their continuing professional development strategy.

Founded in 1988, Purcell Construction is a leading Irish building contractor with offices in Galway and Dublin.

In 40 years it has delivered award winning buildings in the commercial, healthcare, life science, residential, restoration and conservation, education and fit out sectors.

Prestigious work it has done includes repair works to the iconic O’Donoghue Centre at NUI Galway which has become one of the city’s leading theatre and visual art venues.

Alan Lawless, Project Coordinator at Purcell Construction said they were “Extremely proud to have been awarded the Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer Standard.

“At Purcell we are committed to the highest standards of safety, quality and sustainability and this accreditation is an endorsement of our commitment to CPD.”

At the parchment presentation at Engineers Ireland’s Headquarters in Dublin, Caroline Spillane, Director General of Engineers Ireland, said: “I wish to congratulate Purcell Construction for their dedication to professional development and achieving CPD Accredited Employer status.

She added that the Accredited Employer status is about implementing specific policies to support the professional development of their engineers and technical staff.

“Professional development has become the keystone for companies to stay ahead of their competitors and at the forefront of their customers’ minds.”

Alan Lawless said that the programme has helped them to assess the specific needs of their staff and tailor training events to meet those needs.

“Together with Engineers Ireland’s CPD team we have developed a sustainable programme to upskill our people and improve the agility and competitiveness of our organisation.”

With over 100 employees, Purcell Construction is currently recruiting Graduate Engineers, Site Engineers, Senior Engineers and Project Managers to work on projects from their Dublin and Galway offices.

Swimming ban at Ballyloughane beach due to E. Coli levels

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July 23, 2019

Galway Daily news Swimming ban at Ballyloughane Beach due to E. Coli

Galway city council has issued a swimming ban at Ballyloughane beach due to elevated bacterial levels.

The city council said today that is has “received high readings for e-coli for Ballyloughane Beach and have issued Bathing Prohibition Notices at this beach.”

Further water quality testing is being carried out on Tuesday, the results of which will be known by Thursday.

According to the city council the likely cause of the high e. coli levels found in water sampling tests is the heavy rainfall on Sunday.

Temporary elevated levels of bacteria in coastal water can happen after periods of intense rainfall the EPA has said.

In April a permanent swimming ban at Balloughane was lifted after being in place for five years due to water being pumped from storm outflows.

photo credit: Galway City Council/Facebook

Woman jailed for theft of diamond ring worth over €12,000

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July 23, 2019

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A woman has been jailed for six months months for the theft of a diamond ring worth €12,800.

Bernadette McDonagh Lee (35), of St. Francis Street, Edenderry, Offaly pleaded guilty to stealing the diamond ring from Tempo Antiques on Cross Street in 2017.

The theft on August 10, 2017 was caught on cctv and became the subject of a televised appeal on RTE Crimecall.

After pleading guilty at her last appearance before Galway District Court, Mrs McDonagh was back for a report to see if she was suitable for community service in lieu of jail time.

Speaking for the defence barrister Garry McDonald said that McDonagh would have difficulty performing community service as she had to care for a very young child and her ill partner on top of having health difficulties of her own.

He added that the diamond ring was recovered and that “nobody was at a loss” after this crime.

Mr McDonald said this was an impulsive crime and that the defendant has no previous criminal record.

However the prosecuting gardaí disputed his claim that the ring was recovered “immediately”, but was instead only recovered after a televised appeal.

Judge Mary Fahy said that a theft of this value wouldn’t normally even be in the District Court, but that she accepted jurisdiction on the basis of a plea.

She added that McDonagh was offered the chance not to serve jail time by doing community service and that “she’s throwing that chance back in the court’s face”.

Judge Fahy imposed a six month prison sentence, rejecting an appeal by the defence for the sentence to be suspended.

She said that Mrs McDonagh had dealt with the issue “as if it were the theft of a packet of frozen peas”.

New Bill to help Ireland meet its renewable energy targets

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July 23, 2019

New legislation will encourage offshore energy creation and help Ireland meet its renewable energy targets, a Galway TD has said.

Deputy Hildegarde Naughton said the Government’s approval of a revised General Scheme of the Marine Planning and Development Management Bill 2019 will boost the development of the offshore renewable energy sector.

Deputy Naughton explained: “This legislation will bring about major reform of Ireland’s marine spatial and consent planning system and will modernise and streamline the process for approving maritime infrastructure projects, including offshore renewable energy.

“The Climate Action Committee’s report indicated that progressing new marine planning legislation was vital to encourage offshore energy creation and thus meet our renewable energy targets.”

The Bill seeks to establish in law a new marine planning system, which consists of a development management regime from the high water mark to the outer limit of the State’s continental shelf administered by An Bord Pleanála and the coastal local authorities.

This new regime will replace existing State and development consent regimes and streamline arrangements on the basis of a single consent principle.

Deputy Naughton continued: “The new single consent principle is designed to remove unnecessary duplication and provide greater certainty on the timeframes for decisions on development consent, thereby facilitating delivery of badly needed public infrastructure.

“It will also play a critical role in the harnessing of the potential of our offshore renewable energy resources and the transition towards a sustainable, secure and competitive energy system and in meeting our climate change goals.

“The present legislation is piecemeal and rife with delays and anomalies. We need modern legislation in this area and so the proposal for a single consent regime is very welcome.”

GMIT New Frontiers programme supports west of Ireland entrepreneurs

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July 23, 2019

Galway Daily business GMIT supports west of Ireland entrepreneurs

A group of high potential entrepreneurs with innovative start-up ideas have entered the New Frontiers entrepreneurship programme at GMIT.

The New Frontiers Programme is delivered through GMIT’s Innovation hubs in Galway and Castlebar as part of Enterprise Ireland’s supports for ambitious entrepreneurs and their start-ups in the west of Ireland.

Tony O’Kelly, GMIT New Frontiers Manager, says “We believe there is massive potential for success in these new ventures and we have high expectations these new companies will play an important role in the future economic development of our region.”

The programme provides a six month incubation period for start-ups with support such as mentoring from experienced business advisers, office space, a tax-free scholarship of up to €15,000 for Phase 2, and networking opportunities with other businesses and investors.

Barry Egan, Enterprise Ireland Director West said that the new an exciting mix of ventures across a range of sectors including Agri, ICT, Lifesciences.

“We look forward with interest to seeing these early stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into sustainable companies that will trade and prosper internationally from the west.”

For further information on the programme and the GMIT Innovation Hubs, see: www.gmit.ie/newfrontiers and www.newfrontiers.ie

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UHG second most overcrowded in state for second day

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July 23, 2019

University Hospital Galway has the second highest number of people waiting for a bed in Ireland for the second consecutive day.

There are 50 people on trolleys at the hospital today, just 6 less than University Hospital Limerick which is the most overcrowded again.

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation’s report today says that 462 people are on trolleys across the country.

That’s up from 447 yesterday, when there were 37 people waiting for a bed at UHG.

Throughout June, 546 people waited on a trolley at University Hospital Galway.

That figure for the month of June in 2006 was just 65.

Climate change “possibly the single most important issue facing humanity” says Mary Robinson

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July 23, 2019

Galway Daily news Mary Robinson gives climate change talk at NUIG

Former president of Ireland Mary Robinson spoke at length about climate change at a sold out talk at NUIG for Galway International Arts Festival.

She stressed the importance of each individual to make up their mind to do something to fight climate change whether it’s “recycling, or switching off lights, or using less water, or getting rid of waste, or using public transport”.

The former president urged the governments of rich countries like Ireland to be ambitious in their plans to deal with this pressing issue while making sure these plans are implemented, the Irish Time.

She maintained that there is a potential to change things since “Scientists say it is possible if we have the political will” while calling on the need for sustainable development goals.

Ms. Robinson challenged people to “imagine this world we are hurrying towards” as she referenced claims by scientists who say we have 12 years for the planet to change direction.

With that deadline in mind Mary Robinson urged the public to “get angry and get active” when it comes to protecting the environment.

Ms Robinson described climate change as a “man-made problem with a feminist solution” while referencing a UN Declaration from women leaders, stating it was “the time has come where women have to take over”.

She pointed out that “man-made” was a generic term, and feminists include women and men while stating “feminist solutions need more men” looking to solve climate change based on equality and fairness.

Mary Robinson’s talk on climate change was organised as part of a series of talks by the Galway Arts Festival.

Next Saturday, the Green Party leader Eamonn Ryan will be speaking to some Galway students at a talk entitled “The Next Generation and Climate Change”.

Cllr calls for injection centre for addicts in Galway City

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July 23, 2019

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A Galway City Councillor has called for a safe injection centre in Galway city for people with drug addiction.

Social Democrats Cllr Owen Hanley made the comments at the latest meeting of the Joint Policing Committee, where he said a new culture of treating drug use and abuse is needed.

The new centre would act as a safe location for people with drug addiction to have sterilised needles to prevent medical complications and also offer the guidance needed to quit in an understanding environment.

Speaking to Galway Daily the Councillor said: “Our whole system with dealing with the prevalence of drug use in Galway today isn’t working.

“Not only is the quantity of drugs expanding at a huge rate but the strength of the drugs commonly used today is intensifying.

“On any given night there’s a massive range of drugs on use, some with marginal affects but some with some very serious implications to peoples lives.”

Cllr Hanley said that what we need to see is a holistic approach that addresses the underlying conditions of drug abuse.

“Nationally we need to see a programme of work that brings in mental health, socio-economic, culture and recreational, and policing aspects together for a comprehensive guidebook going forward.

“In my view we need to stop punishing addiction and start treating it. If we decriminalised personal possession we could see resources that are being spent on recreational amount of lighter drugs being spent on assisting those with serious addictions.”

NUIG campus bedrooms get Failte Ireland seal of approval as tourist accommodation

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July 23, 2019

Galway Daily news NUIG campus tourist accommodation

NUIG campus bedrooms, which are let out to tourists during the summer, have been accredited as ‘Approved Tourist Accommodation’ under Fáilte Ireland’s Welcome Standard Programme.

Over 22,000 visitors make use of campus bedrooms at NUIG for tourist accommodation each year through the company Campus Living.

This company also recently received the Fáilte Ireland Customer Service Excellence award.

Karl Reinhardt, General Manager at Campus Living said “We are delighted to receive both Fáilte Ireland’s Service Excellence Award and accreditation to the Welcome Standard.

“These awards recognise our ongoing commitment to providing our guests with a positive, genuine and memorable experience.”

“Whether it’s a family or friends looking to experience the wonderful city of Galway or explore the Wild Atlantic Way, staying at Corrib Village in one of Ireland’s most attractive University campuses is a fantastic option, and it is great to be recognised for this.”

Corrib Village is located at the north end of the NUI Galway campus in Dangan, next to the river.

The purpose built accommodation is located within multiple attractions at NUIG including museums, several art galleries and a campus biodiversity trail.

These attractions are part of the reason why NUIG was recently shortlisted as ‘A Great Visitor Experience’ by InflightFlix International.

The emphasis of the Fáilte Ireland Welcome Standard Quality Assurance Programme places particular focus on the customer journey – meeting customer expectations and the quality of the overall experience.

Over 8,000 campus accommodation bedrooms around Ireland received their seal of approval after a recent assessment.

Campus Living offers summer rooms and self-catering apartments, ideal for individuals or groups looking to explore the West of Ireland.

To make an enquiry about summer visitor accommodation at NUI Galway, which is available from May – August, contact Campus Living at info@campusliving.ie or 091 527112.

Galway Company takes home gold at Event Industry Awards

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July 23, 2019

Galway Daily business Go West Event Industry Awards

Go West, A Galway based company, have been named as the Best Professional Conference Organiser in 2019 at the Event Industry Awards.

Launched in 2009, the Event Industry Awards celebrate excellence and showcase the very highest standards in Ireland’s event industry.

The gala awards ceremony took place on Friday last, 19th July in the Citywest Hotel, Dublin was attended by hundreds of leading industry figures, and the past winners list includes a who’s who of Ireland’s event industry.

Established in 1995 by owner and directors Kerry O’Sullivan and Kathleen Mc Donagh, the Go West team have worked on hundreds of National and International conferences providing a full range of conference management services.

Go West is a member of the Association of Irish Professional Conference Organisers (AIPCO) and is one of a limited number of Companies approved by Fáilte Ireland as a Professional Conference Organiser.

Speaking on their award win Kathleen McDonagh commented, “We are absolutely thrilled to have won this award, it is such a testament to all the work that is happening in the west of Ireland.

“We are always working towards promoting the west of Ireland and this truly is something we love doing and each new year we have strived to continually ensure that each event and conference exceeds expectations.”

“Winning this award is a credit to all the team at Go West and all the external bodies, and businesses we work with.”

Go West employs a staff of six providing clients with conference and corporate event management solutions and support that save them resources and result in a better, more professional conference or event in Ireland.

The company continually strive to attract international business into Ireland and to showcase the country as a truly exceptional place to hold meetings and to give delegates every opportunity to experience all that Ireland has to offer in terms of heritage, culture, and the arts.

Over the past 24 years the Directors of Go West have been heavily involved in promoting Ireland as a tourist destination and a destination for International Meeting and Events.

Funding for two library projects in disadvantaged communities

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July 22, 2019

Galway daily news Galway libraries to share in €2.8 million COVID-19 fund

Two projects in Galway to provide library supports to communities and individuals at risk of being socially excluded, marginalised or disadvantaged have received backing under the Dormant Accounts Plan 2019.

Galway was among the lowest funded areas under this library scheme in 2019, receiving just €8,340 out of a total funding pot of €650,000.

The only counties which received less than Galway were Leitrim (€5,400), Longford (€5,625), and Clare (€7,311).

Funding was provided for two projects in Galway. A ten week art journalling programme for 16 young teenage Traveller girls received €5,850.

And Explore Play Learn – 6 weekly interactive play based learning sessions for 8-10 families with young children from marginalised areas that don’t have English as first language received €2,490.

The biggest winner was South Dublin which was awarded a total of €66,934 for six projects.

Announcing the funding, Galway East TD and Minister of State for Community Development Seán Canney said “Our public library system has an important role to play in delivering additional educational services to comply with our Sustainable Development Goals.”

“I am delighted to approve this funding which will help meet the needs of a diverse range of individuals and communities and facilitate inclusion and participation by all.”

The bulk of the funding comes from the Dormant Accounts Plan, but local authorities also contributed €150,000, giving a total pot of €800,000 for these projects.

Minister for Rural and Community Development Michael Ring said that goal of the Dormant Accounts Fund is to “support people who experience economic, social or educational disadvantage, or to assist persons with a disability.”

“We want to build on existing library services and develop new relationships with local agencies and groups to facilitate greater engagement with those communities.”

This programme is designed to provide greater access to educational and social inclusion supports through local libraries, improve digital literacy and digital capacity for disadvantaged communities and provide literacy supports in tandem with the national Right-to-Read Programme.

University Hospital Galway second most overcrowded in country today

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July 22, 2019

Galway Daily news Almost 1,000 patients on trolleys at UHG in February

University Hospital Galway is the second most overcrowded hospital in the country this afternoon with 37 patients waiting for a bed.

According to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation, there are 447 people waiting on trolleys across the state today.

University Hospital Limerick is again the most overcrowded, with 61 patients waiting for a bed.

The figure for Cork Univesity Hospital is 36.

Throughout June, 546 people waited on a trolley at University Hospital Galway.

The number of people who waited for a bed throughout the month of June in 2006 was just 65.

New figures reveal number of people waiting for home help in Galway

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July 22, 2019

The HSE and the government have come under fire after new figures show a significant increase in people waiting for home help across the country.

Speaking this morning, Sinn Féin‘s Mairéad Farrell expressed her frustration at the rise in the numbers and blamed a ‘freeze of the home help service by the HSE’ for the increase.

Mairéad Farrell said that figures released to her party revealed that waiting lists for home support grew by around 600 people between April and May, to 6,819 people.

There are currently 285 people waiting for this service in Galway.

The Galway activist accused the Government and HSE of ‘undermining’ the invaluable service and ‘denying people care’.

“They have essentially pulled down the shutters on the home help service and stuck a closed until further notice sign outside,” she said.

The scheme is a ‘complete post-code lottery’ , she argued, as ‘the county or area where you live defines whether you can get the service or if you join a waiting list of hundred’.

In describing the home help service as ‘one of the best value-for-money services in the health service’, Farrell maintains that appropriately funding it ‘saves millions’ by allowing people to remain in their homes and out of hospitals or nursing homes.

The HSE Home Support Service aims to support older people to remain in their own homes for as long as possible and to support informal carers.

The Home Support Service provides people with support for everyday tasks including getting in and out of bed, dressing and undressing and personal care such as showering and shaving.

Anti-graffiti projects urged to avail of new council funding

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July 22, 2019

Groups in Galway have been urged to put forward anti-litter and anti-graffiti projects for funding from Galway County Council.

The new funding is a result of a grant from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment to co-fund local public education and awareness initiatives against litter and graffiti.

Minister Ciaran Cannon welcomed the funding, and commended Tidy Towns groups for their continued great work in the local communities.

“I’m delighted to see the ongoing work of Tidy Towns groups in the region, among them the group in Woodford where old farm machinery has been given a new lease of life as freshly painted viewing features, celebrating the agricultural heritage of the district and improving local public spaces,” he said.

The Galway East TD encouraged members of the public and community groups in Galway to put forward suitable anti-litter and/or anti-graffiti projects for funding.

Minister Cannon added: “These grants are an important support for local enhancement initiatives and the closing date for receipt of proposals is Friday, 9^th August 2019.”

Athlone Towncentre is looking for flair at ‘Friday’s Most Stylish’ at Galway Races

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July 22, 2019

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Athlone Towncentre’s Celebrity Judges will seek out a people with a flair for style which reflects the vibrant summer Galway Races Festival meet at this year’s ‘Friday’s Most Stylish’ competition.

Taking place on Friday, 2^nd August, ‘Friday’s Most Stylish’ sponsored by Athlone Towncentre is expected to be one of the biggest gatherings of fashion lovers to date on the fifth day of the Galway Races.

With the competition in its seventh year, contemporary and boutique retailers, such as those housed within Athlone Towncentre, may also be reflected in the outfits worn by racegoers.

Judges for the competition James Patrice, Television Presenter and Marietta Doran, Fashion Stylist & Racing Style Presenter will seek out the best style efforts at Galway Racecourse on the day.

Both judges will be joined on the day by Manager of Athlone Towncentre Shirley Delahunt who, together with Marietta, has formed part of the judging panel for the last seven years.

The chosen judges have a keen eye for Racing Style due to their involvement with race meetings throughout the country.

Talking about his excitement ahead of the competition James says “I’m beyond excited to be judging ‘Friday’s Most Stylish’ this year for Athlone Towncentre.

“The Galway Races are a social calendar highlight for any gal, and the style is always incredible! For me, it’s all about finding a lady who captures the spirit of a fun and fabulous day at the races.

“While a fashion forward outfit with sartorial sass is always welcome, I’d like our winner not to take things too seriously, we have to enjoy ourselves.”

“It’s all about having the craic with your pals and feeling comfortable in whatever you’re wearing. This always offers an ultimately effortless aesthetic in my eyes.”

This year sees the biggest Prize Fund on offer for the competition yet, in excess of €3000.

The lucky winner will leave Galway Racecourse with a €1500 Athlone Towncentre shopping spree, and enjoy a two night luxury hotel & spa break at Sheraton Athlone Hotel.

They’ll also get some high quality bling courtesy of an Emporio Armani Watch from Fields The Jeweller and bespoke head piece created by Milliner Suzie Mahony plus racing hat hire for the year.

Athlone Towncentre Manager Shirley Delahunt says “we are delighted once again to be involved with the Galway Races.”

“The Friday evening of race week has undoubtedly found its place on the calendars of stylish race goers from far & wide.”

“We have seen a real evolution of style at the races over the last number of years which perfectly complements the 60 high street stores and boutiques we house in Athlone Towncentre.

“This competition and its previous winners have demonstrated that racing style is now more about reflecting ones’ individual personality and flair for style as opposed to spending an exorbitant amount of money on clothing one cannot wear more than a handful of times.

“We’re looking forward to the fresh new take on the competition this year where style becomes a character in itself at Galway Racecourse.”

Athlone Towncentre is home to major fashion brands including Zara, River Island and H&M as well as boutiques. It is an ideal shopping destination with over 60 brands under one roof as well as numerous food offerings catering to all tastes.

The 2019 Galway Races will run from Monday, July 29 through to Sunday, August 4 with events on throughout.

Talking about Friday’s Festival meet, Michael Moloney, General Manager of Galway Racecourse says “Friday at Galway Racecourse has taken on a life of itself.”

“It’s now a hugely popular day with our racegoers as we head into a Bank Holiday weekend.”

“Our sponsorship with Athlone Towncentre has gone to strength to strength we look forward to working with them again for a very special Festival.”

COPE Galway auctioning 18 karat gold lucky horseshoe necklace

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July 22, 2019

Galway Daily news COPE Galway necklace auction — Dulce Mattoso modelling necklace

The COPE Galway charity shop is on to a winner with a golden lucky horseshoe necklace up for auction ahead of the Galway Races.

The 18 karat white-gold necklace is embedded with 21 diamonds and hangs from a white gold chain, with a value of €1,500.

This stunning pice of jewellery would make a fine accessory for the Galway Races and is currently open for bids in an online auction running to midnight July 24, 2019 with bidding .

COPE Galway Shop Manager, Allison Curragh said, “This necklace is a rarity and we are very grateful to the donor, who knew this piece was valuable.”

“We are excited to hold our first auction and really hope the necklace achieves a high price, which will go directly to our services.”

The necklace can be viewed privately – contact manager Allison Curragh to arrange a viewing or visit copegalway.ie/shop for information on how to place your bid.

The COPE Galway Charity Shop is located on St. Augustine Street and sells women’s and men’s clothes and accessories, along with CDs, books & bric-a-brac.

It is fully stocked with a wide selection of hats, fascinators, gorgeous dresses, shoes and accessories to transform prospective racegoers into a perfectly styled lady or gentleman.

All funds raised will go directly to COPE Galway’s services for people experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse and its senior support services.

photo: Dulce Mattoso modelling necklace Credit: COPE Galway

Is Galway’s famed Hole in the Wall pub reopening?

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July 22, 2019

Galway Daily news Hole in the Wall pub reopening

The famed and notorious Hole in the Wall pub could be reopening after its closure last April.

A new Facebook page for the Hole in the Wall Bar on Eyre Street has been set up with a cover photo containing the phrases “Same Place, Same Name, New Story and Watch this Space”.

The pub made headlines over the last few months when 15 former employees sought a High Court injunction stopping the owners and operators from offering the lease to a new operator.

The former staff obtained a temporary injunction against the pub’s owner Mr Stephen Fahy, as well as the company Stephen Fahy Ltd. which held pub’s the lease.

They argued that if the business was wound up, and the lease and licence transferred, it could negatively affect their claims as creditors.

The employees have made various complaints to the Workplace Relations Commission which are pending.

The temporary injunction was lifted last month after discussions in which, according to the Irish Times, the defendants undertook to tell the plaintiffs within seven days if the lease is being transferred.

It appears now that the Hole in the Wall pub is in fact reopening and possibly re-branding if the recently launched Facebook page is anything to go by.

Some of those who shared the new page expressed their hope that the pub be opened for Race Week.

The Hole in the Wall is most well known in Galway for its part in Donegal Tuesday during the unofficial Rag Week in February.

Hundreds of students have been known to line Eyre Street from the early hours of the morning to take part in this day long drinking event.

Out of Chaos- dazzling acrobatics from Gravity and Other Myths

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July 22, 2019