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A large gathering assembled to pay special thanks to former principal of Claregalway National School Pat Coen who stepped down from teaching after forty years of providing wonderful learning to pupils. A Mass of thanksgiving to mark the retirement of Pat Coen who served as principal of Claregalway National School took place at the Church… Read more »
Firstly my apologies regarding the information I sent to you on Tuesday regarding the traffic calming measures for Claregalway, which was information I received from Galway County Council officials. I held another meeting with Galway County Council this afternoon regarding the traffic calming measures at Claregalway school. They have informed me that the laying of… Read more »
Keogh (Costa na Mara, Oranmore, Co. Galway and formerly of 1 Loughnane Terrace, Mervue) – Nov. 21, 2012, (suddenly), Ned, beloved husband of Margaret and loving father of Dillon, Jason and Lauren; will be sadly missed by his wife, children, father Sean, mother-in-law Peggy (Costello), brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives… Read more »
Following numerous complaints over the dangerous condition road works at Knockdoe on the N17 between Tuam and Claregalway are left in at night, Galway Co Council has said that they are now monitoring the situation closely. The traffic calming works are designed to make the section of the N17 through the village of Knockdoe safer… Read more »
The interim building for the new post-primary school in Claregalway has been selected at the Corporate Park in close proximity to the village. This was confirmed by the Department of Education and Science to Co. Galway VEC yesterday (Tuesday) and the Department will be submitting an application for planning permission for the facility early next… Read more »
Channel Mechanics has been named the overall winner at the SCCUL Entrepreneurship Awards 2012 at a special ceremony in the Ardilaun Hotel this morning. The business, run by Kenneth Fox, was chosen for the top prize from the seven category winners and will receive a prize package of €10,000 in cash, a specially commissioned ceramic… Read more »
A few short years ago Count Galway VEC carried out an analysis for school accommodation needs in the area. During the discussion on same, the Vice-Chairman of the VEC and Chairman of the VEC Adult Education Board, Councillor Jarlath McDonagh, suggested that Claregalway should be considered with its growing population for a new second level… Read more »
Remedial works to the bridge in Claregalway are expected to continue for another five weeks as part of the old structure is replaced as part of overall flood alleviation works in the area. The first phase of the works, which is to install a new parapet system o the bridge, is taking place on the… Read more »
Claregalway National School is currently taking part in its third European Comenius Project, joined by schools in France, Poland, Germany, Hungary, Turkey and Romania. The partner schools’ focus is to develop children’s awareness of water in our lives. Children and teachers from all the schools involved will work collaboratively to collect date on water usage… Read more »
The prospects of the Gort–Tuam Motorway starting early in the New Year have been dealt a huge blow with the National Roads Authority confirming that no contracts have been signed for the project. More than three months ago the Government announced the commencement of the 57 kilometre motorway as part of its stimulus package but… Read more »
The Claregalway / Carnmore Senior Citizen A.G.M. took place on the 30th Oct 2012. The new officers elected are: Ger McManus, Chairperson Vincent Moran, Treasurer Brid Conneely, Secretary A big thank you to the outgoing treasurer Pat O’Connell who did a brilliant job as treasurer over the past few years. We welcome our new treasurer Vincent… Read more »
The Third Fashion Extravaganza was held in the Clayton Hotel last Thursday October 25th. The evening began with Music by Suite Strings which created a lovely atmosphere in the bar prior to the show. Executive Club Chairman, Tony Clarke opened the Fashion show by welcoming the audience and thanked everyone, in particular the organising committee… Read more »
Beautiful photo taken this evening by Marie Dempsey at 7pm while saying the Rosary at the Grotto in Claregalway Church.
