Thomas Telford

3 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Thomas Telford

An area of Galway that has been blighted with illegal dumping has been cleared and cleaned by council officials. Locals in the east of Galway City have had to put up with numerous incidents of illegal dumping, which is not only a health hazard but also attracts vermin in this hot weather. Local Labour Councillor, Helen Ogbu, recently visited the site to reveal just what a bad state the area was in from illegal dumping.

4 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Thomas Telford

This Friday's episode of The Late Late Show marked the final episode of the current season, and the showrunners left with a splash with one special guest. One guest certainly left an impression with NFL icon Tom Brady chatting to Patrick about his life as the most famous player in American football as well as his deep Irish connections. Brady is adored by New England Patriots fans, winning a record seven Super Bowl rings, six for the Patriots and one for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

4 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Thomas Telford

The heatwave that has gripped the country over the past days looks set to continue, with one expert describing our upcoming weather as the "best in Europe." While the beginning of next week may see a slight drop in temperatures, it'll be short-lived.

4 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Thomas Telford

Social welfare recipients across the country can expect a major boost to their payments next month. The Carer's Support grant is a non-means-tested payment that is paid out to eligible recipients by the Department of Social Protection. The grant is paid to those who currently receive the Carer's Allowance, Carer's Benefit or the Domiciliary Care Allowance and will land in people's bank accounts on June 5.

4 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Thomas Telford

Homes across Ireland have been urged to carry out one essential garden task after Met Eireann issued an important heatwave update. The experts recommend putting in a bit of gardening work this May, to ensure your lawn is in pristine condition by summer, enough to turn the neighbours green with envy.