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Local councillor hopeful Tuam bypass works will finish before Friday

There's much frustration today over traffic congestion in Tuam caused by road works which are scheduled to last until Friday
Emergency resurfacing works commenced last night along the Tuam Bypass, causing delays of up to 40 minutes at peak times. 
The sections closed are the Northbound Carriageway from Junction 20 Tuam to Milltown Roundabout and the Southbound Carriageway from Milltown Roundabout to Junction 20 Tuam.
At the Ballygaddy Junction, the Northbound and Southbound On-Slips to the Tuam By-Pass are also closed.
Speaking to Galway Talks, Tuam councillor Donagh Killilea said he is hopeful the works will be completed before Friday.

Councillor calls on Galway businesses to act and apply for government grants to help with increased costs

Fine Gael Councillor Andrew Reddington has urged businesses and Galway County Council to engage regarding a one off Government grant that can help with increased costs.
A €257 million was announced by Minister Simon Coveney in the budget to help businesses but in county Galway, 4789 businesses had yet to make a submission for the scheme ahead of the May 1st deadline.
Councillor Reddington said businesses should apply through the online portal at mycoco.ie if they need assistance, they can contact the County Council which has written to all rate payers with a Customer ID and pin.
Speaking to Galway Bay FM News, Councillor Reddington has called for an extension so that businesses can avail of the grant.
 

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Members of Forbairt Pobail Mhaigh Cuillinn and other local clubs and schools gathered at Teach na Gaeilge in the village today to celebrate the announcement:

Seamus Davey, Chairman of the Newcastle Combined Community Association said they have been dreaming about this day for many years.

Maigh Cuilinn and Newcastle to receive over €10 Million for facilities through Community Centre Investment Fund

The areas of Maigh Cuilinn and Newcastle are to receive over €10 million euro for the construction of Community Centres following an announcement by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys.
Minister Humphreys made the announcement in Galway City this morning as part of an overall allocation of €30 Million that will be awarded with 12 new centres to be built across the country.
The investment of €10,343,255 to Maigh Cuilinn and Newcastle is over a third of the funds allocated nationally. Of the Maigh Cuilinn has received the highest funding possible of €6 million euro with Newcastle receiving €4,343,355.
It's the first time in the history of the State that a dedicated fund has been set up to deliver new-build community centres in Rural Ireland.
Speaking to Galway Bay FM News, Minister Humpherys commended both communities for the work done on both projects

Plans advancing for major active travel project along N63 in Abbeyknockmoy

Plans are advancing for a major active travel project along the N63 in Abbeyknockmoy. 
At a meeting this week, following a presentation, local area councillors approved the project to go forward for planning permission. 
It'll involve the creation of a 570m two-way, shared cycle and pedestrian track on the south side of the N63 in the village. 
There'll also be a 415m raised footpath created on the north side of the N63, as well as a revised junction in the village, and a pedestrian crossing. 
Councillor Pete Roche says the scheme is very welcome - but told Kevin Dwyer he is concerned about the potential removal of parking spaces. 

Local TD criticises Minister for refusing to extend lime spreading window for farmers

Galway-Roscommon TD Denis Naughten is criticising the Agriculture Minister for not extending the lime spreading for farmers.
Deputy Naughten says farmers are facing huge challenges with poor soil conditions due to continuous rainfall in recent months.
He raised the issue in the Dáil, but was told the current deadline of June 28th would remain in place, as this was already an extension.
The Independent TD says more flexibility is needed because the practice is a win-win for both farming and climate: