# Athenry’s Long-Awaited Ring Road Finally Connects | Galway News

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Podcast: [Galway News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/galway-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598688)
Published: 2026-09-11T23:54:27+00:00
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After two decades of waiting, Athenry’s Northern Ring Road finally gets a major upgrade with the opening of “the elbow” — connecting Tuam Road directly to the M6. This long-awaited stretch is hailed as vital for economic growth, housing, and easing congestion in the town center. With plans to extend the road to Monivea Road next year and projected daily traffic of 2,000 cars, locals are eager to see the full project completed — especially as funding woes threaten the final phase, including a costly rail bridge. Stakeholders warn that cutting corners now could backfire as demand rises, urging a clear, ambitious finish to this historic infrastructure push. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4ca39d791186b6a3

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