300 people attend information evening on Baile Chláir affordable housing development
300 people attended a public information event in Baile Chláir (Claregalway) on Thursday evening (October 3rd) in relation to the first affordable housing scheme to be developed in County Galway since 2013.
County Galway’s first affordable homes since 2013 nearing completion
The first affordable homes to be developed in County Galway since 2013 are nearing completion in Baile Chláir (Claregalway) and are being made available for sale by Galway County Council.
Galway County Council welcomes €16.7m Sports Capital Funding
Galway County Council has welcomed the allocation of €16,733,690 under the Community Sport Facilities Fund to sports clubs and community organisations across the City and County.
LPT increase to deliver additional €2.4m annually for public services in County Galway
The Elected Members of Galway County Council have agreed a 15% increase in the Local Property Tax (LPT), which will deliver an additional €2.4m annually for public projects and services across County Galway.
Galway County Council announces 32 recipients of €762,000 Community Climate Action Fund
The installation of solar panels at Ballinasloe Town Hall Theatre, the provision of water refill stations in Kilcolgan, the development of a bicycle shelter at Claregalway GAA and the creation of a community orchard and community growing initiative on The Aran Islands are among 32 community-based projects being funded under the Community Climate Action Fund.
Anti-Litter Poster Competition winners announced at County Hall
Young people from every corner of County Galway gathered at County Hall for the announcement of the winners of Galway County Council’s annual Anti-Litter Poster Competition.
Galway County Council celebrates Good Practices Award for Seashore event
The Environment Department of Galway County Council has been recognised in An Taisce’s annual Good Practices Competition for its hosting of a community-based seashore event at An Trá Mhór in Indreabhán.
Galway hosts free one-day conference on medieval church heritage
Archaeology experts from across Ireland will gather in Galway next week for a free one-day conference exploring the fascinating history of the County’s medieval churches and their connections to the local community.
Relove Fashion Competition open to young County Galway designers
Budding young fashion designers across County Galway are being invited to showcase their talents in a new initiative aimed at highlighting the benefits of upcycling, redesigning and repurposing pre-loved clothing.
Kinvara and Williamstown showcase their Pride of Place
Kinvara and Williamstown were placed under the Pride of Place spotlight on Thursday and Friday when adjudicators for the 22nd annual all-island competition visited County Galway.