Cllr. Martin Mc Namara

21/10/2026

Tesco Ireland has launched their Lighting Up Christmas Fund, a €100,000 initiative designed to help communities across Ireland make Christmas feel that little bit more magical.

Through the fund, 20 community organisations will receive grants of €5,000 towards Christmas lights, festive displays, switch-on events or other seasonal activities that bring communities together. Please help spread the word among community groups in our area.

Across the country, volunteers and community groups work tirelessly each year to create the Christmas experiences local families look forward to. The fund aims to support those efforts, helping communities create vibrant town centres, celebrate local pride and foster a sense of togetherness during the festive season.

Applications are open to Chambers of Commerce, residents’ associations, community groups and other local organisations.

Key dates:

19th October

Applications open

1st November

Applications close

9th November

Winners announced

Further information and application details can be found here:

30/09/2026

Cyber Safety Event 📣

27/09/2026

10/09/2026

Church Street to Tuam Road Active Travel scheme in Athenry will commence non-statutory public consultation this Friday 11th September available on https://consult.galway.ie/

10/09/2026

A simple conversation or check-in can make meaningful difference. Samaritans are available 24/7 by calling 116123 or text HELLO to 50808 also free 24/7.

09/09/2026

The burst section of the trunk main has now been replaced and I thank the staff of Irish water for their swift response to this incident. It still may take a few hours for supplies to fully restored. Now focus needs to be on identifying the cause of these recurring failures with a view to a long term solution.

09/09/2026

Uisce Éireann crews responding to burst main at Carnmore

Wednesday, 9 September 2026: Uisce Éireann crews are responding to a burst on a water main on the Monivea Road at Carnmore, Co Galway, which is impacting supply to homes and businesses in the area this morning.

The outage is affecting customers in the Carnmore area, including a number of local Group Water Schemes, including the Castlelambert, Carraun/Castle Ellen, Grange, Carnmore no.3, Cartymore, Casla Nos.1 & 2, and Moorpark Nos.1 & 2 schemes.

Crews are currently mobilising to the site to isolate the burst main and begin their repairs.

04/09/2026

Have your say ! Public meeting of the local community safety partnership will take place in the Raheen Woods Hotel, September 8th at 18:00. Registration is appreciated but not compulsory, all welcome on the evening.

07/08/2026

Great to see the next section of the Athenry relief road open, please be aware that the L3103 passed the Raheen Woods is now a cul de sac, The L3103 castlelambert road can still be accessed from the relief road