Galway Bay fm newsroom:
Nearly 200-thousand euro has been allocated to two projects in Gort.
The funding comes under the LEADER programme which supports rural development.
150-thousand euro has been confirmed for Gort Community Centre - representing a total investment of over 300-thousand euro in the centre over the last 5 years.
The funding will go towards the development of a two storey extension to the existing community centre - allowing for the provision of additional recreational space, storage space and toilets for disabled people.
Galway East TD Ciaran Cannon says it will build on the centre as a focal point for sporting and cultural endeavour in South Galway.
Meanwhile, 29-thousand euro has been announced for Gort Town Hall to facilitate its development into a fully-fledged theatre.
