Declan Tierney

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Permission granted for art store and book shop in derelict Athenry premises

6 days ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

A grocery store in the heart of Athenry which has been closed for 20 years is now all set for a new lease of life. The former grocery will be transformed into an art and book shop – a move that has been widely welcomed in the town. Galway East TD Louis O’Hara was among those to welcome the granting of planning permission on the property, formerly known as Fahy’s Market and located at North Gate Street.
Play days will be better than ever at Palace Grounds in Tuam

2 weeks ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

One of the busiest and best equipped playgrounds in the county has received funding of almost €19,000 which will go towards essential maintenance and the provision of additional equipment. The playground in Tuam, which is located in the Palace Grounds, is used by hundreds of children on a weekly basis. Local Councillor Karey McHugh said that essential maintenance at every playground was a costly exercise as the safety of the children was paramount.
Athenry gets green light for big housing development

2 weeks ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

A large-scale residential development has been approved for Athenry with permission granted for the construction of 133 badly needed dwellings in the town. Already it is understood that the developers, Athenry Ventures Limited, have already received a number of inquiries from potential purchasers who are finding it extremely difficult to access properties in the city.
Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns

1 month ago | connachttribune.ie | Declan Tierney

A Galway councillor has warned intransigent opposition to windfarms given the need for wind energy in the county – but at the same time, Cllr Gerry Finnerty cautioned against the proliferation of windfarms in areas where residents have concerns. The Gort councillor was specifically referring the Derrybrien Wind Farm, which is located near the town and has been the subject of several objections over the years.
Former Caltra bar and shop to be developed into three residential units

1 month 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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.