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The Council's Environmental Awareness Officer says one area witnessed a 75% reduction in the volume of dog poo being left on public thoroughfares

60% drop in dog fouling in Galway, says council

Galway City Council says there's been a 60% drop in the volume of dog fouling detected, as a result of a trial campaign in five areas around the city.

Connacht • 30 Sep 21

Galway Chamber of Commerce President JP Gilmartin

'Why Galway' campaign aims to bring 40 FDI firms West

A new campaign aimed at attracting new companies and investment to Galway and the west region has been launched today.

Business • 01 Jun 21

The works on Dyke Road were carried out last weekend (Pic: Galway City Council)

Covid-19 road changes in Galway removed after criticism

Galway City Council has restored vehicle access to a section of road in the city centre, after widespread criticism of measures introduced over the weekend.

Regional • 22 Sep 20

Mayo County Council is urging people to make contact if they need help

Western local authorities provide supports to elderly

Local authorities in the west are beginning to contact elderly and vulnerable people, to ensure they are supported in the coming weeks.

Regional • 30 Mar 20

49% of helicopter transfers to Irish hospitals land at Galway University Hospital

Plans for a permanent helipad at Galway hospital

Almost half of all emergency air ambulance call outs nationwide result in patients being brought to University Hospital Galway.

Connacht • 16 Apr 19

Members of the Rohingya Action Ireland group have been lobbying for Aung San Suu Kyi's award to be rescinded

Galway council revokes freedom award for Suu Kyi

Galway City Council has voted to revoke a resolution giving the Freedom of the City to Aung San Suu Kyi.

Connacht • 11 Feb 19

The building is in the control of a private company

Galway cinema recorded 'no income' despite public funds

A Charities Regulator investigation has found that the company behind a €10 million art house cinema in Galway recorded "no income" over a ten year period, despite receiving donations from the public.

Ireland • 24 May 18