Tag: Loughrea
Gardaí lead chorus of opposition to closure of lay-bys on motorway
The closure of two lay-bys on a stretch of motorway in Galway has been described as baffling – and Gardaí say that they should...
Community rallies to the cause for cancer battler
They made a day and a night of it in Loughrea – taking to the roads and the stage – in a massive show...
Galway singer launches acclaimed album with hometown gig
It’s a long way from learning hymns from nuns in Loughrea to singing on stage in Los Angeles with Jackson Browne and Grammy Award...
Owner of pub agrees to keep the noise down
The owner of a pub in Athenry has agreed to soundproof the premises following complaints from neighbours about noise.
The neighbours had lodged an objection...
Galway tourism volunteers bring thousands back to their roots
A Galway-based volunteer service is adding significant numbers to Ireland’s tourism figures – and creating the memories of a lifetime for thousands of the...
Businesses say bus offer not fare
Bus Eireann’s decision to cut fares from several of the county’s towns into Galway city in the run-up to Christmas has infuriated local businesses,...