THE OPW have given early March as the date for the opening of two temporary bridges of Claregalway to allow the permanent bridge at Claregalway Castle be closed temporarily for flood relief work. It had initially been hoped that the temporary pontoon bridges would be in place before Christmas but the need for an extensive… Read more »
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The long awaited bypass for Claregalway will be put out to tender next year with construction of the five kilometre stretch expected to begin in early 2012. It is the Christmas present that the residents and the businesses in Claregalway had been hoping to receive for many years as progress on the project will be… Read more »
Below is the interactive edition of the December 2010 Nuacht Chláir, featuring photos from the locality taken during the snow, an article on chilblains from Claregalway Pharmacy, Gardening Tips, Claregalway GAA Annual Report, Claregalway Active Retirement Association news, a Gingerbread House recipe, and more.
The HSE has confirmed that Portiuncula Hospital will play a pivotal role in healthcare in the West, according to Galway East Fianna Fáil TD Noel Treacy. Deputy Treacy secured assurances about the future of the facility at a cross-party meeting on hospital services in the region last week. The HSE revealed plans for a complete… Read more »
Works on the bridge in Claregalway and the provision of flood relief measures in the area will not take place until the New Year, it has emerged. The works, which will involve the closure of the bridge in the village, had been due to take place last October but an archaeological dig in the area… Read more »
Moyne Presents situated in Cois Chláir Shopping Centre in Claregalway offer a range of personalised gifts, perfect for Christmas. You can also pick up personalised Christmas tree ornaments. Check out some of the offers below, or visit the store for more. Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday 4 – 9 Friday 2 – 9 Saturday &… Read more »
Galway West Fianna Fáil TD Frank Fahey has said he’s confident that approval will soon be granted for the long-awaited new secondary school in Claregalway. Deputy Fahey met the Tánaiste and Minister for Education & Skills Mary Coughlan and her officials today (Friday 10th of December) to discuss the urgent need for a new post-primary… Read more »
The current status of flood relief works for the Claregalway, Lisheenavalla, Caherlea and Carnmore areas in County Galway was sought in the Dáil by Galway West Fine Gael Deputy Padraig McCormack (pictured above). Speaking on an adjournment debate, he said the first anniversary of this flooding passed on November 20th and they were still awaiting… Read more »
Friday November 26th 2010- The rousing strains of Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus and the lyrical harmonies of Mozart’s Missa Brevis in Bflat are just some of the choral treats to be heard at the Galway Choral Association’s annual Christmas Concert in St. Nicholas Collegiate Church on Saturday 11th December. Taking place in support of COPE Galway,… Read more »
BNI is a professional business organization established 25 years ago globally and began in Ireland 12 years ago. BNI which stands for Business Network International, allows one person from a trade or profession to join a single group (called a Chapter) and to benefit from its referral system. It is like having dozens of sales… Read more »
Ireland needs a Goodwill Patriot Bond Nov. 30th, 2010 According to Galway West Fine Gael Senator Fidelma Healy Eames there is an openess among Irish people for a Goodwill patriot fund to help float Ireland again. In the past few days I received a call from a 73 year old Roundstone man with a unique… Read more »
The following are the results of Claregalway in the Tidy Towns Competition 2010. Congratulations to the Claregalway TidyTowns committee on your continued hard work, commitment and optimism! Many thanks for the well drawn town map with notes that were a huge help to this adjudicator. You have made good progress since entering the contest last year and… Read more »
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Beautiful photo taken this evening by Marie Dempsey at 7pm while saying the Rosary at the Grotto in Claregalway Church.
