Dáil hears underagers in Galway soaking oranges in vodka
The Dáil has heard calls for a major clampdown on underage drinking following concerns raised by a Galway East TD. Fianna Fáil Deputy Anne Rabbitte saidshe’s becoming increasingly concerned by the...
View ArticleGalway Garda chief awaits breakdown on breath test scandal
Galway’s Garda Chief will learn this week if the city and county has been affected by the ‘breath tests’ scandal which has rocked the force nationally. Chief Superintendent Tom Curley of the Galway...
View ArticleSurge in applications from prospective lay deacons
A 32-year-old married Galway man is among the first tranche of close to 20 applicants interested in becoming permanent deacons for the Archdiocese of Tuam. The campaign has attracted huge interest...
View ArticleTuam’s traffic problems may be eased ahead of M17 opening
Speculation continues to grow that the long-awaited Tuam bypass could be open ahead of schedule – possibly at the end of the summer. The Tuam bypass is being constructed along with the M17/M18 motorway...
View ArticleCouncillors back call for Galway Harbour upgrade
County councillors have backed a call for Galway harbour to be upgraded to Tier 2 status. The proposal was led by Loughrea area Fine Gael councillor Jimmy McClearn following a representation to the...
View ArticleConnemara player scoops €500k in EuroMillions
One lucky Connemara lotto player has woken up half a million euro richer this morning after scooping the EuroMillions Plus top prize. The winning quick pick ticket was sold at Siopa Dowd filling...
View ArticlePublic meeting to discuss impact of gorse fires
A public meeting will take place in Carraroe tomorrow to discuss the widespread gorse fires which swept the county during the recent spell of good weather. Representatives from the fire service, Gardaí...
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New book examines history of lifestyle of Aran Islanders
The Aran Islands – At the Edge of the World is a new book that looks at the history, heritage and rare beauty of these ‘stepping stones at the edge of Europe’ exposed to the full force of the Atlantic...
View ArticleIrish Rail to look at Athenry Park and Ride base
Irish Rail would be very much in favour of developing a park and ride service from Athenry into the heart of Galway city – once the Gort to Tuam motorway is completed. This would involve the provision...
View ArticleCity house prices record strongest growth nationwide
House prices in Galway City have experienced the strongest growth in the country over the past 12 months. A new report from property website Daft.ie shows that prices in the city and county have risen...
View ArticleShowband star Des Kelly dies following lengthy illness
Well-known showband star Des Kelly has passed away after battling illness for the last number of years. The Turloughmore native is best known as a founding member of the Capitol Showband but also...
View ArticleApproval for new tourist lodge at Oranmore Castle
Plans to build a tourist lodge and bird watching hut in Oranmore have been approved. Applicant Leonie Finn has secured permission for a two-storey building on a site adjacent to Oranmore Castle. County...
View ArticlePublic meeting to discuss redevelopment of Westwood Hotel
A public meeting on the future of the Westwood Hotel in Newcastle will take place tomorrow. The well-known hotel is set to be transformed into high-end student accommodation for around 400 students. It...
View ArticleThe Voice UK to visit Galway in search for potential performers
The next series of The Voice UK is on the hunt for Galway singers, choosing the city as one of three locations for its Irish auditions. Singers from Galway, Donegal and Belfast are being urged to try...
View ArticleDomestic violence refuge may be held up over probe terms
Plans to convert the former Magdalen convent building on Forster Street to a domestic violence refuge could be delayed by the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes. A spokesperson for...
View Article18 rapes reported in Galway City last year
There was an increase in the number of rapes and sexual assaults reported to Gardaí in Galway City last year, according to new statistics. A meeting of the City Joint Policing Committee (JPC) heard...
View ArticleUnruly councillors to be hit in pocket with new rules
Unruly councillors, who disrupt Council meetings, could soon be suspended and have their expenses docked. Galway City Council is considering new rules to rein-in “disorderly” elected members. Though...
View ArticleSpeed restrictions to be imposed during N59 works
Galway Bay fm newsroom – Galway County Council has announced that a speed limit of 50km/h is to be imposed on a 9km stretch of the N59 road from Oughterard towards Maam Cross. This is to facilitate...
View ArticleNew gaelscoil will support growth of Galway gaeltacht
The Gaeltacht Minister says the new Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh building in Knocknacarra will support the future growth of the Galway gaeltacht. Junior Minister Sean Kyne turned the sod on the site of the...
View ArticleThree Government departments work to resolve Parkmore traffic
Galway Bay fm newsroom – Three government departments are now collaborating to work out a solution for traffic congestion at Parkmore. It follows a meeting between Local Government Minister Simon...
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