One person was taken to hospital following a three vehicle traffic collision in Oranmore this morning.
Gardai and emergency services remain at the scene of the of the crash at the Oranbeg roundabout.
The three vehicles collision occurred at approximately 8:30am on Wednesday morning.
Gardaí have said that one person was injured and taken to hospital as a precaution.
The road remains open at the scene of the crash.
After captivating audiences with its debut performance at The Blue Note in Galway’s Westend on Culture Night 2023, Jezahel will make its way to Galway’s Town Hall Theatre in December, promising a night of humour, nostalgia, and an intoxicating blend of class As craic!
This production, written by Malachy Duggan and directed by Emily Ahern is not your average theatrical experience; it is a wild ride through the past, mixing laughter, memories, and the energy of a bygone era.
Can a group of aging ravers defy the odds and stay up past their bedtime one more night to save the day?
With a B-movie concept 30 years in the making, it is a play that would have the legendary Roger Corman spinning in his grave – that is, if he were already six feet under.
This feature-length play delves deep into 90s nostalgia and masterfully fits a square peg into the circle of life, exploring the journey of a group of kids from the 90s who have grown old, left without a roadmap for their lives.
And the youth of today? They find themselves in a similar predicament, with all the nightclubs gone. Jezahel is a celebration of culture that comes alive after the sun sets, an experience that bridges the generational gap and ignites the spirit of the night.
Jezahel prompts the audience to reflect on the importance of preserving spaces for cultural expression, social interaction, and the party. The play highlights the need for fostering vibrant and diverse nightlife options in Ireland.
“Jezahel is a theatrical spectacle that transcends generations, a must-see for anyone looking to rekindle their youth, share a laugh, or simply experience the electric energy of the 90s once more,” smiled Malachy.
Tickets for Jezahel are priced at €16 and are available www.tht.ie or www.jezahel.com. The performance is happening on Thursday 7th December at 8pm.
Galway University Hospitals’ Frailty at the Front Door Service has helped more than 2,200 older people avoid lengthy hospitals stays since its inception.
Launched in 2021 the FFD service provides older patients with targeted interventions and assessments to help them avoid hospital stays.
Patients aged 75 and over who present at the emergency department are helped by a team of Physiotherapists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Occupational Therapists and Geriatricians.
Most of these patients who present with frailty will be arriving after a fall or because of changes in a patient’s ability to complete everyday tasks.
The service uses a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to help frail patients to avoid a hospital stay by intervening at the earliest point in the patient’s journey, that is, at the front door in the Emergency Department.
Many older patients express a preference to recover from a health set back in their own home and a large part of the FDD service involves supporting the patient with a safety net of clinical services when they are discharged from the Emergency Department.
This has become increasingly important for keeping the emergency department moving, as the number of patients over the age of 75 presenting has increased by 25% since 2019.
Kathleen O Sullivan from Galway was referred to the Frailty team recently after she became unwell, her son Ultan describes the service as a hugely positive experience.
“The FDD team showed unbelievable compassion, respect, patience and understanding to my Mum and her needs.”
“Prior to Mum arriving home from hospital, the Frailty therapists came to her home to assess the space and to see what equipment would be required to allow her recover from her set back.”
Ultan has praised the Frailty team for their efficiency and professionalism but more importantly for fully consulting with him as Kathleen’s main carer.
“During my Mum’s recovery, the team made several visits to her home to monitor her progress, to give support and advice. In addition, they reached out to other local community services such as PHN, Home Help and Physio Services.”
“As a direct result of the Frailty Team’s interventions, together with the other great local health services, Mum has made a full recovery and regained her independence to continue to live with dignity in her own home.”
Some of the key aspects of the FDD service are continuity of care and follow up, this year the Frailty team has supported discharge directly to home in over 60% of frailty cases presenting to the Emergency Department.
This involves working with colleagues in Galway’s Integrated Care Programme for Older Persons to ensure that patients can safely recover at home with access to the appropriate clinical specialists should they need it.
Orla Sheil is Senior Occupational Therapist in the FDD service, she describes some of the work carried out by the team.
“Early assessment means we find out what’s important to our patients and what their needs are and early intervention means we find ways to support their safe recovery at home.”
“This approach has really significant outcomes both in terms of patient flow in the hospital setting leading to shorter length of stay and also enhances mobility, recovery and independence for our frailty patients.”
The Emergency Business Flooding Schemes have been extended to businesses, clubs, and groups in Galway which have been affected by Storm Debi.
Storm Debi caused flooding in multiple parts of Galway on Monday morning, with areas such as Clarinbridge, Kinvara, and Salthill particularly badly hit.
The Emergency Business Flooding Schemes are meant to cover small businesses, sports clubs, community, and voluntary organisations which are unable to secure flood insurance.
The decision to extend the schemes to County Galway was announced by Minister Simon Coveney following a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
“I am extending the emergency Business Flooding Schemes to the businesses affected by Storm Debi in County Galway,” Minister Coveney said.
“An Enhanced Emergency Business Flooding Scheme was launched in October to businesses affected by recent flooding in Counties Cork, Waterford, Limerick, Kilkenny, Wexford and Louth.
This enhanced scheme was in addition to the existing Emergency Business Flooding Scheme, the Minister added.
“These schemes were established to provide urgent assistance to businesses that were unable, through no fault of their own, to get insurance to help with the costs of repairing the damage caused by flooding.”
“As with similar weather events in the past, the Irish Red Cross will administer and make payments under the schemes on my department’s behalf.”
Galway East TD Ciarán Cannon had petitioned the government for the extension of the schemes to Galway in the aftermath of Storm Debi
The schemes provide funding to restore flood damage including the replacement of flooring, fixtures and fittings and damaged stock where relevant.
The standard scheme provides up to €20,000 in funding, with an assessment by the Red Cross require for amounts over €5,000.
The Enhanced scheme can provide a quick payment of up to €10,000, with an assessment post-payment, and the possibility of a further payment, with the total amount capped at €100,000.
Applications forms for support are available on the Irish Red Cross Society website redcross.ie, and the closing date for applications is December 15.
Galway based community groups were honoured at the prestigious Pride of Place community awards at a gala ceremony in Armagh city.
Three city-based groups received a nomination in the all-island awards, with two county groups also in the running.
On the night, Creggs Rural Development Company took first place in the Climate Action and Biodiversity category.
Galway Youth Climate Assembly took runner-up place in the Community Led Initiative category.
Gort River Walk Group, Galway Community College and Rockfield Residents Association all received nominations but ultimately missed out on awards.
Judges praised the local community in Creggs, saying that the small village has a vision and ambition on a grand scale.
“The values of respect and inclusivity were apparent throughout the judges’ visit and the judges felt that in many ways this is an ideal demonstration project for the very best of community engagement in tackling fundamental challenges including climate change and building a sustainable future for very small rural settlements,” they said.
The awards, hosted by UTV’s Pamela Ballentine, took place in front of 400 community volunteers from across the island of Ireland. The awards were delivered in partnership with Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council.
Sponsored by IPB Insurance, the Pride of Place competition began 21 years ago though a Co-operation Ireland programme to acknowledge the invaluable work undertaken by volunteers and those involved in local community development.
It has grown into the largest competition recognising community development achievements on the island of Ireland.
President Michael D. Higgins, who is Joint Patron of Co-operation Ireland, said the awards play an important role.
“The Pride of Place awards are a most important initiative, reminding us that creating societies that are ethical and inclusive is a task for all of our citizens, of all ages and circumstances.”
Three Galway restaurants have been shortlisted at the 10th annual Just Eat Awards, announced by TV presenter Muireann O’Connell yesterday.
The annual awards celebrate Just Eat partners across the country, recognising the passion, dedication and excellence that goes into every dish delivered to our doors.
This year, 65 nominees have been shortlisted across 12 award categories, including Best Pizza, Best Mexican, Best Burger and Best Chipper.
The Galway restaurants shortlisted are Handsome Burger in the Best of Ulster & Connacht & Best Burger categories, Birdhouse in the Best of Ulster & Connacht category, and Banditos for the Best Mexican category.
Voting for the Awards opened this week and Galway food lovers can vote for their favourite local takeaway until 13 December.
To celebrate the launch, anyone who casts a vote will be in with a chance to win free takeaway for a year!
The Just Eat Awards winners will be announced at a gala ceremony hosted by Muireann O’Connell in March 2024.
The Poor Clares in Galway have published an updated 10th anniversary edition of their number 1 best-selling book Calm the Soul.
The new material in the book includes reflections and prayers for those coping with anxiety as well as prayers for young people and for those challenged by aging, family conflict, bullying, internet use and fear of missing out.
A new section on accompanying the sick and dying is also among the topics treated in the book.
Drawing on their experience of the issues people are approaching them to pray for, the sisters decided to use the opportunity of a 10th anniversary edition, presented to them by publisher Hachette Ireland, to include these new prayers and reflections that speak to the times that we are living through.
Mother Abbess, Sr. Colette.Mother Abbess, Sr. Colett said that in the ten years since the original edition was published, they have received many letters and feedback from people who have found the book very helpful.
“In view of all that has happened on a global level during that time we believe that there is definitely an appetite for this revised and updated edition and we believe that it will resonate with many people, both young and old, and help them navigate through difficult times.”
The book is published by Hachette Ireland in hardback and is available in bookstores.
Additional time is being sought for the construction of a 345-bed student accommodation development in Galway City.
An Extension of Duration planning application has been made by Queen Street Investments for two student accommodation blocks which were given the green light in 2018.
An Bord Pleanála granted planning permission in 2018 for the seven and eight storey buildings fronting onto Queen Street as part of the Bonham Quay redevelopment.
The application for additional time said that it has not been possible to act on the planning permission until this year, due to a civil legal case which has now been resolved.
The developers are seeking a three year extension the planning permission, which is currently due to expire in December of this year.
Work began on site at the end of July, and so far all enabling works have been completed, and the existing buildings demolished.
Pilings are currently being driven in for the foundations, and this is expected to be completed before the planning permission expires.
Work will also have begun on the establishment of ground beams by this point according to the EOD application.
A decision on this planning application is due from Galway City Council by December 14 of this year.
Connacht Rugby have confirmed the lineup of the 29 man squad which has travelled to South Africa for their next two URC fixtures.
The squad took off for Durban on Monday evening, where they will be based for most of the next two weeks.
The first of these two away games in the BKT United Rugby Championship will be against the Hollywoodbets Sharks this Saturday, with kick-off at 3pm Irish time.
Following on from that Connacht will travel to Pretoria ahead of their clash with the Vodacom Bulls taking place on Saturday, November 25.
Both of these games will be broadcast live on RTÉ for the fans.
A number of players were unavailable for selection including Bundee Aki, Jack Aungier, Shayne Bolton, Santiago Cordero, Mack Hansen, Shane Jennings, Oisin McCormack and Gavin Thornbury.
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Four days of roadworks which commenced this morning in Tuam will disrupt traffic in the town this week.
Galway County Council is carrying out resurfacing overlay works on the R332 Sean Purcell Road in Tuam.
The works will take place for six hours each day from Tuesday, November 14 through to Friday, November 17.
In order to facilitate these works, traffic will be reduced to a single lane via a Stop & Go system from 9am to 3pm each day.
As a consequence motorists using this road in town are advised to expect delays, and allow additional time for journeys.
The Galway Chamber has welcomed new President Eveanna Ryan, and she officially took up her duties last week as she aims to build upon the organisation’s work.
Ms. Ryan takes over from outgoing Galway Chamber President Dermot Nolan, and she spoke about her hopes for the coming 12 months as she steps into her leadership role.
“It is a tremendous honour and privilege that alongside my roles as Group Marketing and Innovation Manager with the Connacht Hospitality Group, I assume the role of President of the Galway Chamber.”
“I am committed to serving our dynamic business community and the wonderful city of Galway,” Ms. Ryan said.
Housing and transport are both urgent topics which she said she hopes to work on, while putting them in front of key decision makers.
One of her main goals is to make the Galway business community’s life easier, prosperous, and more enjoyable, and she is committed to doing everything she can to make that a reality.
Eveanna said that she will be working with Galway Chamber’s Executive Team under CEO Kenny Deery on creating a digital marketing campaign to promote the work of the chamber, and its members.
“In an ever-evolving business landscape, it’s crucial that we encourage innovation and the ability to adapt to change.”
“We will support initiatives that drive technological advancements and sustainability, ensuring our members remain at the forefront of their industries,” she added.
Ms. Ryan intends to use her year as Galway Chamber President to consistently back local business through a variety of supports.
Plus, she aims to promote not only local growth of businesses, but also build on the international investment that the city has brought in during recent times.
“We will continue to give our members opportunities to network, creating opportunities for meaningful partnerships and collaborations that drive mutual growth while also providing educational resources, workshops, and training programs to equip our members with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their respective industries.”
“Galway’s potential extends beyond our borders. We will explore opportunities to expand our international presence and connect with global markets, opening doors for our local businesses to reach new horizons.”
“To build on what’s been an exception couple of years in attracting global investment into our beautiful city,” Ms. Ryan said.
Galway Flying Club has been shortlisted for this year’s Aviation Industry Awards for the third time in their history.
The club has been shortlisted in the category of General & Sport Aviation for a record third consecutive time, having won the award in 2016 and again in 2019.
“GFC is thrilled to be recognised among the best national and international aviation organisations and to once again have an opportunity to represent Galway and the West at the awards.”
Galway Flying Club has a long and storied history. Founded in 1946, the club celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2021.
The Aviation Industry Awards were first launched in 2014 to recognise excellence in Ireland’s growing aviation sector.
The awards return this year after a hiatus, with dozens of companies shortlisted across 25 categories.
The winners will be announced at the gala awards on 30th November at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry
More than 2,000 homes and businesses in Galway remain without power this morning as the cleanup continues on the damage from Storm Debi.
The ESB is working to repair just over two dozen separate outages across Galway, the majority of which are located in the south of the county.
The worst affected areas hit by the current crop of power outages are Kilcogan, Athenry, and their surrounds.
It is currently estimated that the majority of faults and power outages will be repaired by midday today, though some may take longer.
The county council warned on Monday evening that people living in Glenamaddy and Abbeyknockmoy would experience water supply problems due to the power issues.
Both areas are not expected to see their full water supply restored until Tuesday afternoon as the network refills.
Justin Doran from Uisce Éireann stated, “The effects from Storm Debi have caused a number of power outages, impacting production at our water treatment plants across the county.”
“Expert crews are working to restore operations at the plants while ensuring reservoir levels are replenished. Uisce Éireann appeals to customers to conserve water where possible to alleviate pressure on the local supply.”
“We regret any inconvenience caused by this issue and sincerely thank the local community for their patience.”
Gardaí are investigating after the discovery of a body on Inis Oírr island on Monday afternoon.
The Coast Guard raised the alarm about presence of the remains on the coast of the Aran Island yesterday.
The body has since been removed to the mortuary at University Hospital Galway.
An Garda Síochána said in a statement to Galway Daily that enquiries are ongoing.
“Gardaí were alerted to the discovery of human remains by the Coastguard along the coast of Inis Oírr, County Galway on Monday afternoon, 13th November 2023.”
“The remains were removed to the mortuary at University Hospital Galway.”
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
Further water outages are expected to last overnight in Glenamaddy and Williamstown, and their surrounding areas, due to damage from Storm Debi.
Galway County Council has said that power outages from Storm Debi have affected the Public Water Supply Scheme for both towns.
The affected areas in Williamstown are: Kilmore, Dereens, Lettera, Fortyacres, Kildaree, Williamstown, Curragh East, Corralough South, Polshask, Corralough and surrounding townlands and areas.
In Glenamaddy the affected areas are: Knocknascahill Group Water Scheme and townlands Ardeevin, Cloonminda, Killsallagh, Mountkelly and areas of Glenamaddy town.
Galway County Council has said that both areas will experience low water pressure and water outages this evening and tomorrow.
It is anticipated that water supplies will not be fully restored to these areas until Tuesday afternoon.
The annual Galway Science and Technology Festival Exhibition Day drew huge crowds this month, with over 23,000 people of all ages coming to marvel at what was on display.
Last Sunday’s exhibition saw crowds thrilled by the range of activities, including the Medtronic Junior Hospital, the ever-popular Teddy Bear Hospital, exotic animals with The Bug Doctor plus primary and secondary school exhibition stands.
Festival Manager Anne Murray was thrilled with the number of people who engaged with the events which were held on the University of Galway campus.
“It is wonderful to see such an amazing turnout each year. For many families, our Exhibition Day is the absolute highlight of their year, encouraging young people to get more involved with STEM subjects in schools and to be more curious about exploring the world around us.”
The event celebrates the beginning of the annual national Science Week celebrations with Galway’s Exhibition Day being the largest event in the country.
The event is free to attend and includes a range of STEM demonstrations, maths buskers, interactive workshops and innovative displays, encouraging scientists of the future to follow their curiosity about the world around them and pursue careers in STEM.
With the support of sponsors and partners, including main sponsor Medtronic, this popular family event brings a collaboration of local industry, educators, support agencies and Science Foundation Ireland.
Celebrating 26 years of STEM Education, the Exhibition was the opening event for the two week annual Galway Science and Technology Festival, which runs right through the 29th of November.
The Festival showcases Galway as the MedTech capital of Europe and a growing IT Hub, bringing science and technology to over 35,000 students in schools across Galway city and county.
This year there will be over 200 STEM demonstrations, shows and workshops in 140 primary schools and 40 post-primary schools across the city and county.
Awards and Prizes
More than 400 short science films were entered into the the ReelLIFE Science competition by more than 3,000 young science enthusiasts.
Winning videos were selected by a panel of guest judges including aeronautical engineer and author Dr Norah Patten; ‘Superhero Scientist’ and author Dr. Barry Fitzgerald; and the 2022 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition winners, Aditya Kumar and Aditya Joshi from Synge Street CBS in Dublin.
The fantastic school exhibits are always a highlight of the Exhibition, where schools get to demonstrate their school projects to the public, learning to become science communicators from a young age. The winners of this year’s School Exhibits were in the secondary school category,
Galway Science and Technology Person of the Year 2023
The 2023 Galway Science & Technology Person of the Year Award was presented to Geraldine Whelan, Coolarne National School by Brendan Smith of Insight and University of Galway.
Geraldine Whelan, who is deputy principal of St. Vincent’s National School Coolarne has ensured that her school has been a permanent part of the Sunday Fair for over a decade.
The school has always had a fantastic range of hands-on science activities on show at their stand every year with a large number of pupils participating.
In fact the number of children participating on a rota basis at the Coolarne stand is probably the highest of any Galway school exhibiting at the annual Exhibition Day.
The Festival is a very unique event for both families and the public and strives to make a real difference to young people as they continue their studies often making the STEM subjects an easy choice for their third level studies.
The Galway Science and Technology Committee would like to express great gratitude to all the volunteers from companies, colleges, schools and the public who give their time so generously and participate both during the Festival and at the Exhibition.
The TII has been criticised for not supporting the installation of pedestrian crossings at badly in need towns and villages like Kilcolgan.
Galway East TD Ciarán Cannon said that he has been working with the village of Kilcolgan, which is divided by the N67, and lacks a controlled pedestrian crossing.
In the village of approximately 1,000 people it is “not safe to cross over and back” across the road that divides, he said while speaking in the Dáíl.
The Galway East TD inquired with county council engineers about the possibility of having a pedestrian crossing put in, but received a negative response.
Deputy Cannon said that he was advised that TII guidance states that a controlled pedestrian crossing may lead to an increase in collisions, as pedestrians do not remain alert for oncoming vehicles when they have the green light.
“That is the culture we need to eliminate, a Leas-Cheann Comhairle, and we need to do it very soon or this carnage will continue,” Ciarán Cannon said.
This was during a Dáil debate on road safety issues, where Deputy Cannon said that Ireland has been going backwards on road deaths this year.
A green light has been given for a new 18m high telecoms mast in the centre of Aughrim village.
Eircom Ltd has received planning permission from An Bord Pleanála to replace an existing 12m wooden pole at their Exchange Building in Aughrim with an 18m monopole structure.
The planning application states that the infrastructure in place is no longer capable of supporting their equipment, and that Aughrim has deficient 4G coverage for Eir.
This new equipment is meant to improve on that, and also to provide 5G coverage for the area.
Galway County Council had refused planning permission for the development in 2022, citing its location within an established residential area, with multiple homes, community facilities, and a school in close proximity.
The council rejected that technical justification with the application, and said that there were more suitable locations elsewhere.
In their appeal to An Bord Pleanála Eircom said that there is an established telecommunications use of the site, and that mast is meant to serve Aughrim, so it must be located in the town.
The appeal also stated that while there would be some visual impact, it would be intermittent, and that landscaping is planned to reduce that.
Several third party submissions were made to An Bord Pleanála, stating that the mast would be visually obtrusive, and devalue property in the area.
In the Inspector’s Report for An Bord Pleanála it was noted that the proposed mast would not block any view, and with the established use of the site, would not represent a discordant feature.
Planning permission for the new mobile mast was granted by An Bord Pleanála with nine conditions attached.
Before any work can take place, details of proposed tree planting along the front boundary of the site must be agreed on with the county council.
Multiple areas in Galway may experience water outages or supply interruptions due to damage caused to electrical infrastructure by Storm Debi.
Galway County Council has warned that power outages caused by Storm Debi are affecting the water supply to the Abbeyknockmoy and Kinvara areas.
Homes and businesses may experience low water pressure and complete water outages as a result of this damage.
The affected areas are Kinvara, from the Merriman out to Doorus and surrounding areas; and Abbeyknockmoy and surrounding areas served by the Mid-Galway Regional Water Supply Scheme.
It may take several hours for people’s full water supply to return once power outages have been repaired.
The ESB is dealing with dozens of power outages across Galway affecting thousands of homes and businesses today.
It is currently estimated that the majority of outages will be repaired by 6pm on Monday evening, though some repairs may continue into the night.
Almost 14,000 premises in Galway are still without electricity this afternoon as the county remains heavily damaged from Storm Debi.
The ESB is dealing with dozens of faults across Galway county which are causing many outages, including extremely large power outages in several towns.
Some of the worst affected areas include Gort, where just over 3,000 homes and businesses are without electricity, another 3,411 are suffering outages in Athenry, 2,392 properties around Ballygar, and 1,575 in Glenamaddy.
The ESB has estimated that most repairs should be completed by 6pm today at the latest, though some outages may last as late as 10pm on Monday night.
Galway was severely damaged by heavy winds from Storm Debi during Status Red and Status Orange weather warnings in the early hours of the morning.
Galway County Council has reported multiple roads affected by downed trees and power lines, and walls knocked over by the winds.
There were also incidents of cars and properties caught in flooding, and road traffic collisions overnight.
In the city council crews are clearing trees, branches and other debris, which particularly affected coastal areas.
Community wardens have also been called out to businesses and premises affected by flooding.
A Status Yellow weather warning for wind and rain remains in place across all of Ireland until 3pm this afternoon.
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