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New 12 bed Dunlo Ward opens at Portiuncula Hospital today

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Galway Daily news New 12 bed Dunlo Ward opens at Portiuncula Hospital today

Portiuncula University Hospital has officially opened a new 12 bed ward today, marking the completion of the €5 million plus project.

The Dunlo Ward consists of eight single ensuite rooms and two double ensuite rooms on the first floor of the hospital.

The additional bed capacity was part of the capital funding from the HSE 2020 Capital Plan, costing in excess of €5m for the design, build and equipping of the ward.

The new ward has state of the art facilities including a digital Irish National Early Warning System (INEWS). This system also provides access to diagnostics including Laboratory and Radiology in each room.

The Dunlo Ward will care for both medical and surgical patients and will provide additional isolation rooms for the hospital.

Speaking about the opening of the Dunlo Ward, James Keane, Hospital Manager said it will provide additional bed capacity, and improved accommodation for patients.

He added that it will, “Ease patient flow from the Emergency Department and throughout the hospital, while meeting the required national standards and delivering enhanced quality care to our patients.

“Within the ward there are dedicated beds allocated for end of life care and complex palliative care patients. The Dunlo Ward will also facilitate paediatric patients who are transferring to adult services.”

Weather warnings issued as wind and rain to hammer Galway

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galway daily news Weather warning for heavy wind and rain to hit Galway

Heavy wind and rain is expected to hammer Galway tomorrow, with multiple weather warnings issued for the west of Ireland.

Met Eireann has issued a status yellow rain warning for all of Connacht and counties Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary, and Donegal.

“Spells of rain will be heavy and persistent at times giving accumulative totals of 30 to 60mm, locally higher on hills.”

“The rain will ease off for a time in many parts on Tuesday daytime, before heavy spells of rain return Tuesday evening and night.”

The weather warning for heavy rain will be in effect from midnight Monday until 6am on Wednesday morning.

Separately, Met Eireann has also issued a Wind Warning for West Galway and Kerry, forecasting very strong and gusty south to southwest winds.

This warning will be in effect from 5pm on Tuesday until 3am on Wednesday, creating hazardous driving conditions, with Met Eireann warning of fallen branches and flying debris.

Marine warning have also been issued for Gale Force winds tomorrow reaching up to Gale Force 8 in the evening and overnight.

Fresh plans to replace Bohermore pub with new hotel

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Galway Daily news Fresh plans to replace Bohermore pub with new hotel

Fresh plans have been submitted for the demolition of Tonery’s Pub in Bohermore, and the construction of a new hotel on the site.

The planning application by Carra Shore Hotel (Galway) Limited calls for the demolition of the pub and garage building on the 0.275ha site.

In its place the developer intends to build a 182 guest bedroom hotel, four storeys in height, with a further two floors below ground.

The planning report submitted with the application states that the hotel will, “provide additional tourist accommodation within Galway City, while also increasing employment opportunities in a highly accessible area in close proximity to public transport”.

No car parking is provided with the development, as it is envisaged that the majority of guests and staff will avail of public transport, the planning report states.

The landscape plans show a central courtyard area with green space, and additional gree areas at the rear of the site.

The city council had previously given the green light in 2021 for pub to be knocked and replaced with a hostel.

This planning application is currently at the pre-validation stage, and does not indicate when a decision is due from the city council.

Three new water bottle filling stations installed in city centre

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Galway Daily news Three new water bottle filling stations open in Galway City

Three new water bottle filling stations have been installed at locations around Galway City Centre for easy public use.

The new stations are on Churchyard Street, outside Sheridan’s Cheesemongers; Dominick Street, outside the old Canal House; and outside the Eyre Square centre on Eyre Square.

These completely free filling stations join those already present in Millennium Children’s Park, Westside Park and Quincentenial Park.

Tiarnan McCusker, Environmental Awareness Officer with Galway City Council said that they wanted to make it easy for people to fill their water bottles around the city centre.

The filling station is activated by an infra-red sensor, so you simply have to pop your bottle under to get the water going, and remove it to stop.

“We are delighted to partner with Galway City Tidy Towns on this initiative – their members know all too well the problem with plastic bottle litter when they are doing their clean ups.”

“By making water filling stations available in parks, sports facilities and now the city centre, the public can refill and reuse their water bottles in six locations in the city – this will help to keep the city cleaner and reduce plastic waste in our bins.’’

Cllr. Eddie Hoare, Mayor of Galway City added, “Despite the plastic bag levy, Ireland is one of largest producers of plastic waste in the European Union.”

“We now generate around 3 billion plastic bottles a year. A key way to combat this waste is at source, and the new water bottle filling stations around the City are very welcome.”

“Well done to the Environment Department for installing them, and to Galway Tidy Towns for supporting this initiative”.

The water bottle filling stations are decorated with bright imagery which commemorates the sights, sound, and personalities of Galway.

Renowned Street Artist, Johnny Massacre, who sadly passed away in July 2003, is remembered on the water station in Dominick Street.

The Market Street station shows the Galway market in full swing, with the best of crafts and food and on display.

The Eyre Square station shows the Trans Express drummers at the Galway International Arts Festival in 2017 entertaining the crowds beneath them.

Four more people arrested in connection with car park violence

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Galway Daily news girl injured by firework

Four more people have been charged in connection with the public violence on the Headford Road, brining the total number of arrests to 19.

Gardaí arrested a further people over the weekend, three adult men and one juvenile.

Three of the men, aged in the 40s, 30s, and 20s, have since been charged and are due to appear before Galway District Court this morning.

A male juvenile has been released pending a referral to the Garda Youth Diversion Programme.

There have now been 19 people arrested in connection with the violent public brawl which occurred in the car park outside the shopping centre on the Headford Road on Sunday, September 10.

Four people were hospitalised as a result of the violent feud, two of them after being run over by a car.

Champions Galway United Dream of European Glory

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Although Irish clubs have taken some notable scalps in the qualifying rounds of Europe’s major club competitions, runs to the big stage have been, sadly, thin on the ground.

But one club hoping to change those fortunes is Galway United, who might have a chance to do so as early as next season thanks to their exploits in the FAI Cup.

The Tribesmen, who have already wrapped up the League of Ireland First Division title, are in the semi-finals of the FAI Cup – a competition in which the finalists are typically handed a place in the qualifying rounds of the Europa Conference League.

So could Galway United be on the verge of a first continental adventure since the 1990s?

Aiming High

Even just a cursory glance at the Champions League betting odds reveals the size of the task facing John Caulfield and his team if they are to qualify for the premier European competition – as the winner of the League of Ireland Premier Division has a chance to do.

Manchester City (2/1), Bayern Munich (5/1), Real Madrid (15/2) and Arsenal (8/1) are just some of the favourites to lift the trophy, while even 500/1 outsiders like Shakhtar Donetsk, Red Star Belgrade and Braga have a European record that no club in Ireland can match.

But Galway United have taken huge strides forward since the Comer brothers acquired a majority ownership stake in the club back in March 2022, with their investment rewarded by an outstanding effort in the First Division this term.


At the time of writing, Caulfield’s side had won the title with five games to spare – a result of winning 24 of their opening 31 games of the 2023 campaign. A goal difference of +66 is indicative of just how dominant they have been.

And there’s no reason to think they’ll struggle in the top-flight next term, either. UCD and Dundalk have both been swept aside in the FAI Cup – indeed, newcomers to Irish football would not have known which was the Premier Division outfit as Galway racked up 5-1 and 4-0 victories respectively in those two games.

Whether they qualify via the FAI Cup this term or the Premier Division next, Galway United could be set for a European tour in the near future.

Breaking Through

Of course, UEFA’s constant tinkering with their coefficients and qualifying criteria continues to make it very difficult for Irish clubs to book their place in continental competition.

Premier Divisions Shamrock Rovers entered the Champions League in the first round of qualifying, where they lost out to Icelandic side Breidablik. 

The 2023/24 Europa League final will be played at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, but sadly Irish clubs were not handed an entry into qualification for the tournament – instead, Dundalk, Derry City and St Patrick’s Athletic were dropped into the Europa Conference League instead.

Victories for Dundalk and Derry saw them joined by Shamrock in the second qualifying round, with the Candystripes the only team to progress after a 5-4 aggregate win over Finnish club KuPS.

However, Derry City’s dream of qualifying for European competition was ended by Kazakhstan Premier Division side Tobol after a cruel penalty shootout defeat.

Dreams of emulating the 2011 era Shamrock Rovers – the first Irish team to make it to a continental competition proper – were crushed. So can Galway United go one better in the near future and qualify for the Champions League or Conference League?

Funding to support climate action in Galway City & County

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Galway Daily news Community Climate Action public information evenings in Galway City

Almost €3 million in funding has been announced to support climate action in the north-west region over the next six years.

The €2.97 million has been allocated for the Atlantic Seaboard North CARO which incorporates Galway, Mayo, Sligo, and Donegal.

The Climate Action Regional Offices were established in 2018 to support local government to respond and adapt to climate change.

They coordinate national and local climate policy and work to ensure there is a more joined-up approach to responding to the climate crisis at a regional level.

Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan welcomed the continued engagement with the CAROs and the local authorities.

“Over the previous five years, the CAROs have been instrumental in helping local authorities to respond to climate challenges, particularly on adaptation, and have become a really valued resource for the local authorities within their region.”

“The Department will work closely with the CAROs over the coming years to ensure the work continues to support the delivery of climate actions at a local level.”

“The climate is changing more quickly and unpredictably than we can keep up with. We can see the impacts all around us — flooding, heatwaves, droughts.”

“Climate change is a serious threat to Ireland and its people. We need to talk about these problems and work together to prepare for the changes that are coming.”

“By taking local climate action and working with local government, we’re creating a better Ireland,” the Minister said.

Welcoming the new agreement, the Chair of the CCMA Climate Action, Transport, Circular Economy and Networks Committee, John McLaughlin said, “The Climate Action Regional Offices have been instrumental in supporting the local government sector in our ambition to lead and deliver climate action across Ireland.”

“Since they were established, the CAROs have provided significant strategic assistance to all 31 local authorities, which has enabled them to drive climate action in their own operations, counties and cities, and communities.”

Under the new agreement, the four CAROs will continue to support local authorities and will have a particular focus on supporting local authorities with their Local Authority Climate Action Plans.

Three months of road closures to disrupt Loughrea traffic

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Galway Daily news road closure

Six streets in Loughrea will be closed over a period of nearly three months, with significant traffic disruption expected.

Galway County Council has announced that road closures will be in place for Moore Street, Pigott’s Street, Church Street, Kings Street, Kelly Street, and Castle Street from October to December.

The streets will be closed off individually, not at the same time, to allow Uisce Eireann to replace water mains in the town.

The road closures will be in effect from 9am to 5pm each day, Monday to Friday, while the works are taking place.

Diversion routes will be in place for the duration of the works.

Take a Walk with Crom in the streets of Athenry

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Briain Kelly
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This Culture Night Galway County Council proudly presents Take a Walk with Crom, an   intimate Macnas spectacle that will meander through the medieval streets of Athenry.

Watch the wise and magnificent Crom lurk around Athenry town centre alongside Macnas performers, stilt  walkers and drummers who promise to entertain and enthrall. 

Crom emerged from the 2014 Macnas production Symphony for the Restless and has wandered the streets of Galway City, Dublin City and Ballina.

‘Raging, roaring, grieving; staggering, rootless out of proportion; loose wild and weary in this world. The giant, Crom is  tormented by his own illusion and delusions. He is intoxicated with rage, he is disorientated, restless, and lawless…’ 

Macnas is an award-winning internationally acclaimed performance company from Galway.  Productions are immersive and spectacular, and its repertoire includes parades, theatre  shows, installations, film and performance art.

Macnas makes transformative immersive  work, collaborating with artists, audiences and communities, nationally and internationally. 

In 2020 Macnas relocated their sculpture workshop to 5km outside of Athenry and have  been working with local schools and getting to know the area.

Macnas artist Lisa Sweeney  worked with 6th class students at Scoil Croí Naofa to create nests and feathers that were part of Con Mór, The Giant in 2023.

In the past, Macnas performed many times during the  Athenry Medieval Festival. Now, for the first time since the mid-90’s, Macnas will take to  the streets of Athenry to delight audiences of all ages.

“We are delighted to work with Macnas in an outdoor setting and as its home to the Macnas workshop, Athenry presents as  a perfect venue”, says Sharon O’Grady, Galway County Arts Officer.  

Before Take a Walk with Crom, come to Athenry to enjoy other Culture Night events at  Skylark, Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre and walk around the town to experience ‘one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Ireland’.

Stay afterwards to witness a spectacular   fireworks display sponsored by Londis Athenry in the park. 

Galway County Council Arts Office in partnership with Macnas and Athenry Arts & Heritage  Centre present Take a Walk with Crom, a Culture Night Late event.

The Best Place to Compare Home Insurance in Ireland

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Michael Malone
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More and more people in Ireland are choosing to compare home insurance policies each year in an attempt to make savings as the cost of living continues to rise.

Home insurance premiums have soared by nearly 22 percent over the past year, according to data from the CSO in the summer.

That’s why choosing the best insurance provider with the most competitive rates is crucial – but with so many providers out there, finding the cheapest premium can often feel like a minefield.

Of course, it is technically possible to compare home insurance providers by manually searching the internet. But that’s needlessly time-consuming, and you are likely to miss a few providers along the way. 

So to save you from doing things the hard way, Ireland’s most trusted home insurance comparison site Compare Insurance Ireland provides free, impartial information which could save you hundreds per year.

The Irish website contains extensive, concise guides on home insurance (as well as all other types of insurance), explaining what each provider offers as well as comparing their pricing for two sample homes.

They make it simple to compare home insurance rates, explaining the different types of policies that are available, the differences between them, and how each company differs in what it has to offer.

Once you have reviewed this information, you can then simply enter the details of your home for free quotes from all major insurance providers, allowing you to make an informed decision based on facts and the latest rates.

Experts at Compare Insurance recommend reviewing your home insurance policy each year when the annual premium is due, instead of renewing the cover automatically.

This is because companies don’t always offer loyalty discounts, and each provider’s premiums change from time to time.

It is also important to ensure that you have not over or under insured your home, so that you have the cover you need without paying more than necessary.

Croí named as official charity partner for Connacht Rugby

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Briain Kelly
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Connacht Rugby have announced that Galway’s Croí have been chosen as their official charity partner for the 2023/24 season.

The heart and stroke charity will work with Connacht Rugby to promote healthy and active lifestyles, and highlight the services available here and nationwide.

The announcement came during World Heart Month with a number of events planned over the coming weeks.

Mark O’Donnell, Croí’s Head of Foundation & Chief Operations Officer said, “We’re absolutely delighted to be the Official Charity Partner for Connacht Rugby for the upcoming season.”

“Croí and Connacht Rugby have a lot of shared purpose and values, and while elements of our work now have a national focus, our home is Connacht and the footprint of our many regional activities very much aligns with the province.”

“There’s been great commitment, energy and enthusiasm from both teams in forming the partnership and we are really looking forward to a great year ahead with many exciting initiatives planned.”

Croí’s activities for World Heart Month culminate in Heartfest, a free community event In Croí House, on Thursday, September 28, which Connacht Rugby will be supporting.

Preparations are also well underway for the annual Croí Night Run, which takes place in Salthill on Friday, October 13, with registration now open at www.croi.ie/nightrun.

Established in 1985, Croí is a registered Irish Heart and Stroke Charity.  Croí’s aim is to lead the fight against heart disease and stroke, with a particular focus on serving and supporting communities across the West of Ireland.

Croí is based in the Croí Heart & Stroke Centre, Galway, which was opened in 2012 and is a leading centre for heart disease and stroke prevention, research, education, patient support and rehabilitation.

Croí’s work is underpinned by three main pillars, namely: Croí in the Community, Specialist Health Programmes and Advocacy.

hilip Patterson, Head of Commercial & Marketing at Connacht Rugby said, “Joining forces with Croí is the perfect charity collaboration for us.”

“When they told us about their mission to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle for men and women of all ages in the West of Ireland, we knew of the value that Connacht Rugby as an organisation could add to their goals.”

“We support thousands of rugby players in the five counties of Connacht and, similar to Croí, it’s our mission to promote an active lifestyle by getting as many people as active as possible through rugby.”

“We look forward to working with Croí in the year ahead to achieve both those goals. We’d also encourage everyone to get involved with the numerous activities Croí have planned in the weeks and months ahead, and to check both the Connacht Rugby and Croí websites for more information.”

For full details about the partnership and upcoming events, head to www.connachtrugby.ie/croi and www.croi.ie.

An Púcán Unveils One of the Largest TV Screens in Ireland

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An Púcán recently unveiled their new big screen, taking centre stage in their Heineken Beer Garden, sure to draw the crowds on match day.

When you think of places to watch the big game in Galway City, An Púcán automatically springs to mind.

Now, with the addition of a new large screen, there’s another big reason to make it your first stop for all-things live televised sport.

Described as one of the largest TV screens in the country, it has already drawn plenty of crowds for some amazing big games since it was installed.

The Premier League, FIFA Women’s World Cup, autumn rugby internationals, GAA All-Ireland finals, and more have already been shown on the giant screen – and each one has been matched by a fantastic atmosphere in the festival vibe of An Púcán’s Heineken Beer Garden.

With lots of thrilling sport still to come this year, there are sure to be many more huge contests shown on the big screen.

The UEFA Champions League group stage and the Rugby World Cup are just two of the milestone sporting events that are sure to draw crowds in An Púcán, and there promises to be a phenomenal atmosphere for all the games.

“Everyone knows that An Púcán is a fantastic place to watch the match. If you want to cheer on your team, you can grab a pint and a burger here while you enjoy the big game experience,” said Conor Moloney, An Púcán’s General Manager, who recently won Bar Manager of the Year at the Bar of the Year Awards.

“This is one of the largest TV screens in the country, and we’re so excited to have it here in An Púcán.”

“We know how much our customers and visitors love live sport, and this massive screen will elevate their enjoyment to a whole new level. You might even say we’ve upped our game for the big games,” Conor added.

The big TV screen will provide a fantastic viewing experience for those unable to nab tickets to these kinds of events, and it will almost feel like they’re at the match. So, why not stop by An Púcán – the home of live sport in Galway – and check it out for yourself?

Ros na Rún – Berni is in danger and she’s not the only one

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Briain Kelly
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Berni is in hot water with Briain on the warpath, Malachaí is getting suspicious about the fire, and Conall has a decision to make in Ros na Rún.

Berni is in hot water. Briain is holding her in her apartment against her will, and nobody knows. Just what does he want and will she manage to survive it? 

Briain is desperate to get ahold of Leonora. Will he be stopped in time as suspicions grow about Berni’s whereabouts?

Greg remains tightlipped about his part in the fire at the Daly home, but Malachaí is starting to put two and two together.

Lorna is here to come to an agreement with Conall, forcing him to make a decision. Will he come clean with her, or keep her in the dark?

Niall agrees to apply for the job as manager in the Radio, pleasing Annette with the chance to swipe the job out from under Caitríona’s feet.

Mack accidentally tells someone that he’s the person the DPP wants to charge for Sonia’s incident. What type of reaction to the news should he expect? 

Catch up on all the latest drama in Ros na Rún in a double feature omnibus on TG4 this Sunday at 7:30pm.

One lucky student to win holiday to Mexico in Boojum Freshers prize!

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Michael Malone
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galway daily news mexico beach prize in boojum galway competition

One lucky student will win a holiday of a lifetime to Mexico for two and free meals for a year in Boojum’s 2023 Freshers campaign.

The Mexican food chain says the all expenses paid trip to Mexico is a way for them to give back to its loyal customers and reward them with an unforgettable prize.

In addition, all students across Ireland will be in with a chance of winning €50 or £50 worth of Boojum credit in daily giveaways via the brand’s app.

Speaking at the launch of the campaign, David Maxwell, Boojum’s Managing Director, said that students ‘are the backbone of Boojum’ and that they always strive to show them how much their loyalty means.

“After the success of last year’s ‘Fund Your Studies’ campaign, we knew we needed to do something even bigger and better this year, and that is exactly what Boojum has done,” he said.

“After a challenging few years with the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis, a holiday anywhere at the moment may be completely out of the question for some students. By entering our competition, one lucky student, and a mate, will win the opportunity to go on their dream trip to Mexico.

“Whether they want to live it up in a luxury five-star resort in Cancun, or kick back in a beach shack in Tulum, we’ll be on hand to help them create the ultimate holiday.

“Not only that but the lucky winners will also bag themselves free Boojum for an entire year. With the Mexico trip and the free burritos for 12 months, that’ll be a year for the books!”

Paul McCullagh, Head of Marketing at Boojum, added: “Freshers is a date in the diary that we never miss; in fact, we plan for months in advance!

“As well as returning students, many new faces will flock to our stores to get their hands on their first Boojum burrito and never look back. This year we wanted to do something different with our Freshers campaign, and after speaking with many students it became apparent that travel was still a top priority.

“We knew we wanted to do something on a global scale with the ultimate trip to Mexico up for grabs, completely on us.

“The winning students can ignore the rainy Irish weather and plan a once in a lifetime trip to Mexico. They’ll be swapping their student accommodation for an all expenses paid vacation and studying abroad Boojum style!”

To find out more and enter the free-to-enter giveaway, please visit boojummex.com/wouldyourather

Road reopens following two car crash in Oranmore

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Briain Kelly
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Galway daily news two injured in Galway car crash

The N67 has reopened at Oranmore this evening following a traffic collision earlier today.

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene two-car crash on the N67 earlier this afternoon.

The crash occurred at approximately 2pm on Friday, with traffic being diverted through the village while the road was closed.

The scene was preserved for technical examination and the road has since reopened.

Two people received treatment for injuries, which Gardaí say are believed to be non-life-threatening.

Record number of Lamborghinis coming to Galway for Cannonball 2023

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Cannonball, the action-packed supercar spectacle, is set to roll on September 15th-17th with proceeds to The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. This year organisers confirm that Lamborghini will play a starring role with the largest ever number of Lambourghinis in Ireland at one time. Photo: Kasia Farat

A record number of Lamborghinis will be roaring into Galway this weekend for the Cannonball supercar extravaganza.

Cannonball, the action-packed supercar spectacle, is rolling across the country from Friday to Sunday, stopping in Salthill tomorrow around 1pm to strut its stuff.

Spectators at Cannonball will get to see stunning new and current models such as the Lamborghini Huracan with models STO, EVO, Performante, Fluo Capsule as well as Lamborghini Urus and Urus model S.

For those with an appreciation of the past, there will also be legacy models including the Lamborghini Aventador with models S, SVJ and SV as well as Lamborghini Diablo with model GTC and Lamborghini Murciélago and Lamborghini Gallardo.

Cannonball founder Alan Bannon pictured with Derek Nolan from Circle K Ireland. Picture Andres Poveda

Cannonball, fuelled by milesPLUS from Circle K, is the largest organised road trip in Europe featuring the finest cars on the planet from the awe-inspiring power of Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren to the grace and elegance of Porsche, Aston Martin, and Maserati.

Cannonball has already raised €1,538,602 for Irish Charities and brings a unique and inimitable electric atmosphere to host towns all over the country making it a widely-anticipated free family event for spectators.

This year the official charity of Cannonball is The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation – an Irish children’s charity that funds and delivers in-home nursing care, respite support and end-of-life care for children who have highly complex and life-limiting medical conditions.

There are families in communities across the country being cared for right now by the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, including 21 families in Galway.

In fact, a total of 199 families in Galway have been supported by Jack and Jill in Dublin since the charity’s foundation in 1997.

Cannonball offers spectators a unique opportunity to witness the world’s most prestigious and sought-after supercars up close and enjoy the unique festival atmosphere that it’s known for.

The Brazilian Dancers, giant screens, music and fanfare brings all the glamour of carnival and live DJs, bands and festivals in host towns around the country get the party started.

The Cannonballers and celebrities in colourful costumes add to the melee. From Spiderman to Star Wars, Cat Woman to Wonder Woman, cheerleaders to Charlie’s Angels, Batman, the Joker and more, it is a totally unique free family day out.

This year, organisers are also calling on spectators to dress up in fancy dress with prizes for best dressed.

From Hurling to Horse Racing: Betpack’s Guide to Betting on Ireland’s Beloved Sports

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Angela Mc Bride
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If you’re on the hunt for the best betting sites in Ireland, you’re in luck! Betpack’s team has done the hard work for you, scouring the web to bring you a list of the top online bookmakers that cater to Irish players. They’ve made sure to include a variety of options to suit different tastes and preferences, so whether you’re a fan of sports betting, online casino games, or both, they’ve got you covered. And with that, they give betting tips on Ireland’s beloved sports.

At the top betting sites in Ireland, you’ll find a wide range of games to place your bets on, including popular sports like football, horse racing, and hurling, as well as international favorites like the NBA and MMA. So why wait? Take a look at the list of the best betting sites in Ireland and start betting today. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just looking to try your luck, we’re confident that you’ll find a site that suits your needs and provides a top-notch betting experience. And we will tell you what to consider in the process of betting, if you are interested in this topic, keep reading. 

Understand the Sports

Understanding sports requires familiarity with their fundamental concepts, players, and rules. Study the rules, contests, and background of the sports you are interested in. You may place better bets by researching teams’ and players’ past results, recent trends, match histories, and injury reports. You can find these different sports on betting sites in ireland. 

Choose a Reputable Betting Platform

A trustworthy and authorized online betting site should provide a variety of betting alternatives for Irish sports. Verify that the gambling platform offers choices for responsible gaming and secure transactions. By reading user evaluations and examining the platform’s license, you may make an informed decision. Additionally crucial are the platform’s user-friendly interface and quick payment processing.

Learn the Betting Markets

Knowing the various betting markets requires being aware of the various wagers that are offered for each sport. Recognized popular bet kinds include handicap, over/under, and match winner. Understanding the odds will help you assess your chances of winning. You can place more intelligent bets if you understand how various sorts of wagers operate.

Analyze Statistics

You can place better bets by examining team/player performance, recent outcomes, match history, and statistics. When anticipating future outcomes and choosing your bets, statistics are crucial. Making sound analyses using current data will allow you to generate predictions that are better informed.

Set a Budget and Stick to It

Planning how much you can spend is part of creating a budget for gambling/betting. It’s crucial to stay under your allocated spending limit. To gamble responsibly, you can lessen the risks by splitting your budget into manageable chunks and avoiding placing all of your money on a single wager. You may enjoy responsible gambling/betting.

Research Pre-Match and In-Play Betting

Understanding the wagers placed prior to and during the game is necessary while researching pre-match and live betting alternatives. In pre-match betting, team form, statistics, and analysis are significant. Live betting puts the capacity to place wagers depending on current events front and center. You can place more calculated bets if you understand both strategies.

Follow Expert Analysis

Learning more about athletic events is necessary to follow trustworthy professional commentary. Your betting decisions may be influenced by the forecasts and perspectives of reliable sports specialists. You can choose your bets more wisely if you consider professional perspectives.

Enjoy the Experience

Aim to have fun when betting. It’s crucial to appreciate successes, take lessons from failures, and acknowledge that not all wagers will result in a victory. It’s critical to have pleasure while engaging in sports and betting, to act responsibly while increasing the enjoyment. We hope you liked this guide that was designed by Revpanda.

Conclusion

That’s our guide on how to bet on your favorite sports in Australia in a nutshell. All that matters is that you play responsibly and enjoy it. Whenever betting gets you down and depresses you, stop at that point. Have a good game!

Bulky Goods waste collection events in two Galway towns next week

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Galway Daily news Bulky Goods collection events in two Galway towns next week

Galway County Council is holding bulk goods waste collection events in two Galway towns next week.

The bulky goods collections will be held at Loughrea Mart on Wednesday, September 20 and Gort Mart on Saturday, September 23.

Each event will run from 9am to 1pm, and must be booked in advance via the Barna Recycling website.

For €5, people can recycle three-piece suites, wardrobes, bedside lockers, mattresses, bed frames, dining tables and chairs.

Items which will not be accepted include construction and demolition waste, hazardous waste, bags of household waste, toys, trampolines, ceramic and textiles.

Pre-booking in advance is essential to avail of the €5 gate fee, otherwise you will be required to pay the gate fee and a weighbridge fee.

The service is for county householders only, and commercial operators will be turned away.

Get behind the scenes of TG4’s Ros na Rún’s TV Set for Culture Night 2023

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Get behind the scenes of TG4’s Ros na Rún’s TV Set for Culture Night 2023

A first for TG4’s popular drama series Ros na Rún, as it opens its TV set for visitors this Culture Night.

Fans of the long running drama can come to Spiddal to see the large custom built sets, and get an insight into what it takes to make the show, from 4:30pm – 6:30pm on Friday, September 22.

Ros na Rún and Culture Night fans are invited to book their place for an exclusive behind the scenes tour and Q & A session with the popular Irish language TV drama series.

The occasion promises an exciting glimpse of what’s involved in the making of a TV drama series inclusive of viewing the individual sets, production spaces, green room and learning all about what’s involved from scripting, writing and acting and of course production values which brings the drama to our TV screens.

Ros na Rún, meaning the valley or village of secrets, will share many of its production secrets with visitors, giving fans a sneak peak of what it’s like to be in Tigh Thaidhg, Berni’s Cúl Chaint Café and Gaudi’s where Bobbi Lee works. There will also be a visit to Máire’s B&B, Berni’s Apartment and Siopa XL Ros na Rún.

Learning how a TV Drama series is created, written, filmed,  edited and produced will be at the core of the experience.

This will form part of a live Q&A session with members of the production team who’ll take to the high stools of Tigh Thaidhg to share their production secrets which they hope will inspire future actors, writers, crew, TV Directors and Producers.

Marion Ní Loingsigh, series producer, says “We’re very excited at Ros na Rún to be part of the prestigious Culture Night Programme and it’s our first time to participate and open our TV set to Culture Night Fans.”

“The Irish language is at the soul of Ros na Rún as is acting and creative writing all of which embellish the culture of rural Gaeltacht life.”

“Sharing our behind the scenes tour of this very unique TV set which combines two working studios is exciting for us. We’ve come along way and want to share our high quality production values with our loyal fans and Culture Night enthusiasts.”

Ros na Rún now in its 28th season is Ireland’s only rural based TV drama series. The TG4 Irish language drama is the only working and purpose built television set on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.

It is also the biggest artistic production outside of Dublin employing close on 180 people during its production season.

Pre-booking by emailing leiriuchain@rosnarun.com is essential to ensure a spot for fans to get a look at where the magic happens.

Further arrests made in connection with car park brawl

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galway daily news Further arrests made in connection with car park brawl

Gardaí have made three more arrests in the investigation into the violent altercation on the Headford Road last weekend.

Three men, one in his 40s one in his 30s and a third in his 20s, were arrested in the course of an operation in the Galway area on Friday morning.

They are currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda station in the Western region.

This brings to fifteen (15) the total number of individuals arrested to date in connection with this investigation.

The violent brawl took place in the car park outside the shopping centre on the Headford Road on Sunday evening.

Four people were injured enough that they required hospitalisation. Two of those were injured after being run over by a car.

Gardaí in Galway continue to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

They are particularly appealing to those who were in the College Road and Headford Road areas in Galway between 5.45pm and 6.45pm on Sunday evening and observed any violent behaviour, to contact them.

Additionally, individuals with camera footage, including dash cam recordings, from the area are urged to provide this material to the Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Galway Garda Station at 091 538 000, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station

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