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CONTROVERSIAL HEADFORD MAST REFUSED
Date Published: 19-May-2011
An Bord Pleanala has over-ruled its own inspector’s recommendation and REFUSED permission for an 18 metre mast in Headford.
The Board states that while it noted comments by the Inspector, it disagreed that certain matters could be overcome by approving the development with conditions.
Vodafone was proposing to build an 18 metre monopole to carry nine antennae and six link dishes close to homes and schools on the main street in Headford.
It was initially refused by Galway county council last October, after attracting huge opposition by locals.
One resident claimed a nearby nursery could be closed down if the mast was erected.
Councillor Sean Canney opposed the mast and says he’s delighted with An Bord Pleanala’s decision.
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Retail industry trade body welcomes B&Q announcement
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Retail Excellence Ireland, the country’s largest retail industry trade body, has welcomed the news that 60 jobs have been saved at the city branch of B&Q.
It’s after the home improvements store successfully exited examinership.
Under the scheme, 2.4 million euro is to be invested by parent company Kingfisher plc, and B and Q will continue to trade at eight stores
This means 640 jobs have been saved nationwide, including 60 at the outlet in Knocknacarra.
However, David Fitzsimons of Retail Excellence Ireland says landlords need to be willing to help out smaller retailers too.
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Foundation reports nine Galway heart deaths each week
Date Published: 09-May-2013
Nine people die in Galway every week from heart disease and stroke.
That’s according to the Irish Heart Foundation, which is launching its Happy Hearts Appeal today. (9/5)
An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, launched the appeal today to help raise funds for the charity, which has seen increasing demand on its patient services.
The Foundation says it needs to raise at least half a million euro to maintain existing information services.
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Call to tackle delays at Oranmore rail crossing
Date Published: 13-May-2013
Concerns have been raised over traffic delays at the railway crossing in Oranmore.
Councillor Jim Cuddy says he has received many representations from local motorists who have been experiencing extended delays.
He says the closed barrier can sometimes cause a traffic tailback as far as the roundabout near the Maldron hotel.
Cllr Cuddy has brought the matter to the attention of Iarnrod Eireann and has asked for an explanation as to why the crossing is closed for so long.