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19 new special classes announced across Galway city and county -

19 new special classes announced across Galway city and county - Galway Bay FM Nineteen new special classes have been announced for Galway for the upcoming school year. It brings the total number of special classes in Galway city and county to 168 – 102 at primary, and 66 at post-primary. The additional classes will be spread out across a number of schools in the city, along...

Pieta vows to find new location following news of proposed Tuam closure -

Pieta vows to find new location following news of proposed Tuam closure - Galway Bay FM Pieta House says they are currently assessing how best they can continue to support clients in Tuam and neighbouring regions.

Galway recycles almost 3,000 tonnes of e-waste in 2023 -

Galway recycles almost 3,000 tonnes of e-waste in 2023 - Galway Bay FM People in Galway recycled almost 3,000 tonnes of e-waste – or nearly 10kg per person – in 2023 Ireland had a record-breaking recycling year – with 41,730 tonnes of electronic and electrical waste recycled last year. That’s the equivalent of 200 forty-foot containers more than the previous ye...

Railing off of middle platform at Blackrock diving tower in Salthill was "mistake" that is now corrected -

Railing off of middle platform at Blackrock diving tower in Salthill was "mistake" that is now corrected - Galway Bay FM The closure of the middle platform at Blackrock diving tower in Salthill was a “mistake” that has now been corrected. That’s according to Galway City Council, who says there was a mixup as a contractor was carrying out works on safety grounds. It had the contractor in to close off two of the a...

Number of Galway dentists working in medical card scheme halved in past year -

Number of Galway dentists working in medical card scheme halved in past year - Galway Bay FM The number of Galway dentists contracted under the medical card scheme has halved over the past year – dropping from 111 to 56. The Irish Independent reports this is in line with the national trend, with 252 fewer dentists available to medical card holders since May 2023. Proposed solutions to the...

Over 90 on trolleys at Galway hospitals as UHG issues public advisory over extreme pressure -

Over 90 on trolleys at Galway hospitals as UHG issues public advisory over extreme pressure - Galway Bay FM There are over 90 people on trolleys at Galway’s public hospitals today – as UHG has issued a public advisory over the extreme pressure it’s under. Due to the pressure, some elective procedures are being postponed. In a statement, UHG says attendances at the Emergency Department were very high...

New figures reveal full spend by Midlands North West MEP candidates on social media -

New figures reveal full spend by Midlands North West MEP candidates on social media - Galway Bay FM New figures have revealed the full spend by Midlands North West MEP candidates on social media in the run-up to the European elections. In the 90 days before the recent local and european vote, political parties spent nearly half a million euro between them on Facebook and Instagram. It’s a relati...

Businessman John Concannon speaks out about proposed closure of Pieta House in Tuam -

Businessman John Concannon speaks out about proposed closure of Pieta House in Tuam - Galway Bay FM There has been widespread shock and concern following confirmation from the CEO of Pieta House at the weekend that they intend to close the existing therapy centre in Bishop Street in Tuam. The centre has been delivering therapy services to the people of Tuam and surrounding areas for the past eleve...

Taylor Swift invited to Kilkerrin to realise 'dream of a quiet pint' in Banshees of Inisheerin Pub -

Taylor Swift invited to Kilkerrin to realise 'dream of a quiet pint' in Banshees of Inisheerin Pub - Galway Bay FM Taylor Swift’s dreams of a ‘quiet pint’ in the The Banshees of Inisheerin Pub could soon come true. The owner of the re-built bar in Kilkerrin has invited the singer to his pub, and says the first three pints are reserved for her. In an interview with the film’s director, Martin McDonagh, Ta...

Funding announced for outdoor swimming projects across Galway -

Funding announced for outdoor swimming projects across Galway - Galway Bay FM Funding has been announced for several outdoor swimming projects across Galway. €38 thousand has been awarded towards works in Loughrea, Portumna, Kinvara, Gurteen Bay, and Traught Beach in Kinvara. They’ll include access ladders and changing facilities. And an additional €18 thousand has been...

New homes receiving planning permission in County Galway down a quarter -

New homes receiving planning permission in County Galway down a quarter - Galway Bay FM The number of new homes receiving planning permission in County Galway is down a quarter. The CSO figures account for permission for new houses, one-off houses, multi-development houses and apartments. From January to March of this year, 231 new units were granted permission – while that stood at ...

Public meeting to outline timeline, design and cost for new community centre in Moycullen -

Public meeting to outline timeline, design and cost for new community centre in Moycullen - Galway Bay FM A public meeting will take place in Moycullen later this week to discuss a timeline for a new community centre for the area. Earlier this year, Minister Heather Humphreys announced €6m for a new multi-functional community centre at Killarainy Woods. It follows a tireless and long running local cam...

UN Food & Agriculture Organisation partners with UG to tackle hunger and malnutrition -

UN Food & Agriculture Organisation partners with UG to tackle hunger and malnutrition - Galway Bay FM The UN Food & Agriculture Organisation has partnered with University of Galway to combat hunger and malnutrition. They’ll collaborate on research, education, innovation and international development activities to support the UN’s sustainable development goals. Their aim is to enable global trans...

Slight dip in unemployment across Galway in May -

Slight dip in unemployment across Galway in May - Galway Bay FM There has been a slight dip in unemployment across Galway city and county. However, some areas remained stagment or had an increase in unemployment levels. In the city, over a hundred people have left the Live Register, bringing the total number there to 4,228. The figures for Gort are the same for....

Local senator says banning dangerous dogs not enough without real enforcement -

Local senator says banning dangerous dogs not enough without real enforcement - Galway Bay FM Discussions and plans around banning dangerous dog breeds are important – but willprove ineffective unless there’s real enforcement. That’s according to Ballinasloe-based Senator Aisling Dolan, who’s raised the matter in the Seanad. She outlined how at the moment, several different state age...

Deputy Sean Canney expresses concern following confirmation that Pieta House intends to close existing therapy centre in Tuam. -

Deputy Sean Canney expresses concern following confirmation that Pieta House intends to close existing therapy centre in Tuam. - Galway Bay FM Independent TD Sean Canney has expressed concern following confirmation from the CEO of Pieta House that they intend to close the existing therapy centre in Bishop Street in Tuam. The centre has been delivering therapy services to the people of Tuam and surrounding areas for the past eleven years an...

Go ahead for new permanent building for Galway's Ábalta Special School -

Go ahead for new permanent building for Galway's Ábalta Special School - Galway Bay FM The go ahead has been given for a new permanent building for Galway’s Ábalta Special School, which will be located in Oranmore. The school, which caters for students with autism and complex needs, currently operates from accommodation in Parkmore. The new building will form part of a campus proje...

Creative events across city and county this month for Cruinniú na nÓg -

Creative events across city and county this month for Cruinniú na nÓg - Galway Bay FM A variety of creative events will be taking place right across Galway tomorrow for Cruinniú na nÓg, or gathering of the youth. More than a thousand free activities, organised by Creative Ireland, are taking place nationwide. The Galway City events include jewellery making and animation workshops, ...

Taoiseach says Government not "washing its hands" of responsibility for more housing in Galway -

Taoiseach says Government not "washing its hands" of responsibility for more housing in Galway - Galway Bay FM The Taoiseach has given an assurance that Government is not “washing its hands” of responsibility for more housing in Galway. Simon Harris was responding to Galway East Deputy Sean Canney, who raised a wide range of issues around the delivery of housing in the Dáil. They included the lack of wa...

Four Galway craftspeople to showcase at Irish Design Works 2024 -

Four Galway craftspeople to showcase at Irish Design Works 2024 - Galway Bay FM Four Galway craftspeople will be showcasing their work at the Irish Design Works 2024 in Ballymaloe from August 9th-25th. The event returns from its 5-year hiatus with twenty designers and craftspeople from all over Ireland set to display their work. Galway’s own Tatiana Dobos of Dobos Ceramics, D...

Luxury car run The Bumblebee1000 to visit Loughrea tomorrow -

Luxury car run The Bumblebee1000 to visit Loughrea tomorrow - Galway Bay FM The ‘Fast and Furious’ luxury car run, which boasts everything from Lamborghinis to McLarens, will reach Loughrea tomorrow. Named The Bumblebee1000 after the children’s ambulance, the car run supports the Little Blue Heroes charity. This charity supports families who have seriously ill childre...

Free Yoga classes in Salthill to raise awareness of the flushing of unsuitable items -

Free Yoga classes in Salthill to raise awareness of the flushing of unsuitable items - Galway Bay FM As part of the Think Before You Flush campaign, Clean Coasts are hosting free yoga classes in Salthill all this month. Classes will be held on at Ladies Beach tomorrow and at Grattan Beach tomorrow week. These family-friendly classes will be followed by a beach clean, and a presentation on water qua...

Carrabane National School wins big at Irish Aid Awards -

Carrabane National School wins big at Irish Aid Awards - Galway Bay FM Carrabane National School has claimed two titles at this week’s Irish Aid Awards in Dublin Castle The 5th class students won the Activity Award for their contribution which included a rap about Sustainable Development Goals. Their teacher, Bláthnaid Burke, also came away with the Teacher of the Y...

Traveller Pride Day in Ballybrit tomorrow to celebrate the 'Original Recyclers' -

Traveller Pride Day in Ballybrit tomorrow to celebrate the 'Original Recyclers' - Galway Bay FM A Traveller Pride Open Day is taking place tomorrow in Ballybrit to celebrate the Community’s name as the ‘Original Recyclers’. Bounce Back Enterprises is hosting the family friendly event from 12-4PM, which will include live music, traditional games, bread making, tin-smithing and demonstrati...

Special national award for Professor Michael Kerin for breast cancer research work -

Special national award for Professor Michael Kerin for breast cancer research work - Galway Bay FM Professor Michael Kerin has received a special award to recognise his work in breast cancer research. Professor Kerin has been conferred with a Degree of Doctor of Science from the National University of Ireland for his published work in breast cancer research. Over 360 degree, masters and PhD stude...

UHG is country's second most overcrowded hospital today -

UHG is country's second most overcrowded hospital today - Galway Bay FM University Hospital Galway is the second most overcrowded hospital in the country today, with 50 people on trolleys. University Hospital Limerick is the worst affected by overcrowding, with 78 patients waiting for a bed. Nationally, 465 people are waiting for beds, according to the Irish Nurses and....

90% of first time mortgages in Galway last year were for properties within county -

90% of first time mortgages in Galway last year were for properties within county - Galway Bay FM A new report has revealed that 88 percent of first time buyer mortgages drawn down in Galway last year were for properties within the county. Meanwhile, when it comes to movers, the figure was slightly lower at 84 percent. The report from the Banking and Payments Federation found that 1 in 4 borrowe...

Local TD concerned retained firefighters are on brink of industrial action -

Local TD concerned retained firefighters are on brink of industrial action - Galway Bay FM Retained firefighters are on the brink of industrial action according to Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon/Galway Claire Kerrane. SIPTU recently rejected what they have described as ‘unacceptably low offers’ by management. Retained firefighters are on call all year round in areas without a full fire s...

Refusal for fresh plans to build high rise hotel near Galway Docks -

Refusal for fresh plans to build high rise hotel near Galway Docks - Galway Bay FM Planning permission has been refused for fresh plans to build a high-rise hotel near Galway Docks. This is the second time Summix BNM Developments Limited has been refused permission on the site, at the corner of Lough Atalia Road and Bother na Long. Among the reasons given for the first refusal by....

City planners give green light for new school for The Bish -

City planners give green light for new school for The Bish - Galway Bay FM It's after initial plans had to be redesigned last year due to potential conflict with the planned Galway Ring Road.