Declan Tierney

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Former Caltra bar and shop to be developed into three residential units

1 week ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

An unoccupied public house in an East Galway village will be demolished to make way for a small residential development after the owners took their case to An Bord Pleanála. Planning permission had been refused by Galway County Council to redevelop the building, in the heart of Caltra, which is said to be in an extremely poor state of repair. Padraig and Margaret Killilea want to build three residential units on the site of the old, licensed premises, shop and living accommodation.
Political trio undertake day-long fact-finding mission to North Galway town

3 weeks ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

A political triumvirate of a Government TD, an MEP and a local councillor embarked on a tour of a North Galway town on foot of locals’ pleas for investment and job creation. The day-long tour of Glenamaddy undertaken by Deputy Pete Roche, Maria Walsh MEP and Cllr Peter Keaveney also coincided with World Down Syndrome Day and the delegation met a number of those with the condition.
Historic Galway building set for a new lease of life as a family home

3 weeks ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

A 15th century Galway castle is set to be transformed into a habitable dwelling after planning permission was granted by Galway County Council. The owners successfully sought permission for change of use from castle structure to habitable dwelling – and the proposed internal works of the tower house including bedrooms, a new kitchen and bathroom on the first floor and associated site works. The location is Killeen Castle, Killeen, Castlegar and the applicant is Armando Barone.
Tuam residents don’t want to be left overlooked

3 weeks ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

Residents in Tuam will oppose a social housing development on an elevated site that they say will overlook their properties. Galway County Council plans to build over 200 new social houses in Tuam to help address the housing waiting list for the area which currently stands at 337. Nearly half of those seeking local authority housing in Tuam have requested one or two-bed accommodation while a further 144 have listed a three-bed home as their first preference.
Colm Keaveney drug driving case hears evidence from a member of the Medical Bureau of Road Safety

1 month ago | irishtimes.com | Declan Tierney

The case of allegedly driving under the influence of cocaine against a former TD heard evidence from a member of the Medical Bureau of Road Safety regarding the procedure of testing the sample taken from the defendant. Court proceedings against former Labour TD Colm Keaveney, accused of drug driving, have been further adjourned pending legal submissions in relation to the charge against him.
Parents hit by Tuam car park loss

1 month ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

A local Councillor has expressed concern that a car park in Tuam has been closed off to the public – particularly affecting parents on the school run. The car park at the old Tuam Courthouse has been off limits for several months. It is understood that the Courts Service were concerned for the safety of vehicles parked there as the old courthouse itself is falling into a state of dereliction.
Mother of three reveals plans for exotic animal sanctuary in North Galway

1 month ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

The development of an exotic animal sanctuary in the heart North Galway is set to go to planning within the next few weeks. Leeanne Boyle plans to open the sanctuary in Abbeyknockmoy to provide a home for some 70 birds – mainly parrots – and a variety of other animals, including pigs, turtles, ferrets, rabbits and a few goats in a family friendly environment.
Minister confirms permission granted for €12 million facelift at Oranmore train station

1 month ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

Planning permission has been granted that will give Oranmore train station a major facelift in a project worth around €12 million. The works include the provision of a second platform and around one kilometre of double tracking – short of hopes that it would be double-tracked all the way into Galway station. The major works include the addition of a second platform and a one kilometre section of a double-track, or loop, to increase capacity.
Thousands turn out in tribute to three-time All-Star and community stalwart

2 months ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

The massive turnout for the funeral of legendary Galway hurler Michael Coleman heard the chief celebrant at his Requiem Mass say that his death had cast a dark shadow over the whole community. Hurlers from Galway and across the country who lined out with him during the 1980s turned out for both his removal and funeral. GAA officials at the time were also in attendance. Michael was described as “a pure gentleman” both on and off the pitch.
Community rallies to the cause after Éowyn

2 months ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

It’s in times of trouble that communities show their true colours – and that was clearly the case in Dunmore where power post-Éowyn was not restored in some parts until last week. The elderly and most vulnerable in the area were provided with hot meals by a dedicated group of volunteers over a 20-day period when many were left in darkness with no heat.