4 hours ago Galway poet found her path to poetry through tough times with mental health

A young Galway poet, who began writing after a difficult period with her own mental health, last week launched her debut collection at University Hospital Galway. Aoife Cunningham chose UHG as the venue for the launch of Circus of Circles for two reasons – to thank the staff who cared for her in difficult times, […] The post Galway poet found her path to poetry through tough times with mental health appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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20 hours ago Leader of Catholic church in Ireland criticises Conor McGregor for ‘hijacking Christianity’

Leader of Catholic church in Ireland criticises Conor McGregor for ‘hijacking Christianity’  Irish Independent

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20 hours ago Leader of Catholic church in Ireland criticises social media stars for ‘hijacking Christianity’

Leader of Catholic church in Ireland criticises social media stars for ‘hijacking Christianity’  Irish Independent

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22 hours ago University of Galway gets funding to assess the carbon footprint of forestry products

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A carbon footprint assessment focusing on forest products by Patrick McGetrick of the University of Galway is to be funded by the Department of Agriculture It’s one of 21 new policy-focused research projects to receive money from an overall fund of 4 million euro The University of […] The post University of Galway gets funding to assess the carbon footprint of forestry products appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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28 hours ago Night of nostalgia as Ardrahan honours stalwarts of 1974 and ‘75 hurling success

Ardrahan Hurling Club honoured the senior hurling championship sides of 1974 and 1975 along with the minor hurling championship winning side of 1975 in a gala ceremony on November 9. The newly restored Loughnane & Quinn memorial Hall, festooned in blue and white created a prestigious setting for the select guests on an evening of […] The post Night of nostalgia as Ardrahan honours stalwarts of 1974 and ‘75 hurling success appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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28 hours ago HSE calls on Galway’s public to visit their local pharmacy for winter vaccinations

The HSE’s winter vaccination programme is well underway with the roll out of the free flu and Covid-19 vaccines to recommended groups. Health experts recommend both flu and Covid-19 vaccines for people aged 60 and over, as well as healthcare workers, anyone who is pregnant or has a long term health condition. Both vaccines are […] The post HSE calls on Galway’s public to visit their local pharmacy for winter vaccinations appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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28 hours ago Camogie Club launches second South Galway Operation Transformation for 2025

St Colman’s Camogie Club has announced the launch of its second South Galway Operation Transformation Programme, promising an even bigger and better community fitness initiative for 2025. Building on the success of last year when over 400 participants joined the six-week programme, the 2025 edition is set to offer even more variety and excitement. With […] The post Camogie Club launches second South Galway Operation Transformation for 2025 appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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31 hours ago Department of Housing official criticised for saying defective concrete campaign ‘can border on the intimidatory’

Department of Housing official criticised for saying defective concrete campaign ‘can border on the intimidatory’  Irish Independent

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34 hours ago Tyson Fury loses title showdown against Oleksandr Usyk by unanimous decision

Usyk retained his titles after finishing 116-112 ahead on all three judges’ scorecards.

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