County Galway scrubs up for National Spring Clean
Householders, schools, businesses and communities across County Galway are being encouraged to support the National Spring Clean campaign this April.
€295k funding boost for County Galway community and voluntary groups
267 community and voluntary groups across County Galway are being allocated funding totalling €294,830 to support the delivery of a wide range of projects and events from playground upgrades to pollinator planting and from arts festivals to graveyard maintenance.
Galway County Council receives approval to develop 139 new homes
Galway County Council has announced plans to deliver 139 new homes in Athenry, Portumna and Tuam.
Free e-waste and battery recycling events for County Galway householders
Householders across County Galway are being encouraged to bring their batteries and electrical/electronic waste to a set of free collection days being held in Mountbellew, Loughrea, Gort, Maam Cross and Oughterard during April and May.
County Galway launches ambitious five-year Climate Action Plan
Supporting the development of renewable energy projects, promoting a circular economy and reducing carbon emissions are amongst the key targets set out in the newly launched Galway County Council Climate Action Plan 2024-2029.
Easter family fun at Bunratty and Craggaunowen
A comprehensive Easter programme of family-friendly activities and entertainment for all ages have been announced for Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and Craggaunowen.
Award scheme honours County Galway’s community champions
Nominations are being invited for an annual awards scheme that honours individuals and groups who have had a significant impact on the quality of life in communities across County Galway.
Housing boost for Loughrea and Tuam
Galway County Council has announced plans to deliver more than 65 new homes on local authority-owned sites in Loughrea and Tuam.
Self-Catering Industry Needs Grandfather Rule – ISCF
The Irish Self-Catering Federation (ISCF), the representative body for more than 6,500 self-catering properties in Ireland, has welcomed the decision by the Elected Members of Clare County Council to request the Government to pause the proposed roll-out of the Short-Term Tourist Lettings (STTL) Register.
Galway landowners offered ‘hassle-free’ support to create more space for nature on their land
A funding scheme to support landowners and community groups across Galway in undertaking nature-positive measures on their lands will open to applications from this Friday, March 15th.