51 m. ago Man (25) accused of threat to rape woman and 'lock' her in horsebox until 'I get what I want'

Thomas McAuley, 25, of Shamrock Terrace, North Strand, Dublin 1, who is on a carer’s allowance, is accused of extortion by demanding €5,500 on March 22nd from a woman in north inner city Dublin.

Events

93 m. ago RTB tribunal orders tenant to vacate rented Galway property of 20 years

Mother of two says housing charities and local council advised not to leave the property because ‘there is nothing else out there’

Society

2 h. ago Independent Ireland TD says Government hasn't "a bulls clue" on water infrastructure for home building

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Government seemingly doesn’t have “a bulls clue” when it comes to the importance and cost of water infrastructure to support home building. That’s according to local TD Michael Fitzmaurice, who says 85% of the towns in Ireland don’t have the capacity for new homes. Speaking to […] The post Independent Ireland TD says Government hasn't "a bulls clue" on water infrastructure for home building appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

2 h. ago Galway nominees make finals of Ireland's Young Filmaker of the Year

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway will be well-represented at Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Grand Final. Two films are nominated under the Best School category – Coláiste Éinde with ‘Flashback’ and Coláiste Iognáid with ‘I Wish I Never’. Athenry’s Adam Flannelly is nominated for best 60 second film and Ireland […] The post Galway nominees make finals of Ireland's Young Filmaker of the Year appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

4 h. ago Gardai appeal for witnesses following fatal road traffic collision in Oranmore

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Oranmore yesterday. A collision involving a car and a motorcycle happened on the N67 at Tonroe, Oranmore, shortly after 4 pm. The motorcyclist, a male in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene a […] The post Gardai appeal for witnesses following fatal road traffic collision in Oranmore appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

9 h. ago Tributes paid to the contribution of Éamon Ó Cuív at party in his honour

Attendees at the retirement ‘do’ for Éamon Ó Cuív quipped that there were three potential Fianna Fáil presidential election candidates holding court at the Galway Bay Hotel. As well as the former Gaeltacht Minister and long-serving Galway West TD himself, prominent at the event were former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní […] The post Tributes paid to the contribution of Éamon Ó Cuív at party in his honour appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

9 h. ago Turtle ‘stunned’ by cold Atlantic waters undergoes rehab in Galway

A Loggerhead Turtle that was ‘cold stunned’ by low water temperatures off the west coast is being nursed back to health in Galway. Galway Atlantaquaria successfully recovered the turtle (official name Caretta caretta) that had been found stranded on Faulmore Beach, Co Mayo over a month ago. The turtle, later named ‘Columbus’ by young Jonathan […] The post Turtle ‘stunned’ by cold Atlantic waters undergoes rehab in Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

17 h. ago Pat's and Shels forced to settle for a point in Dublin derby stalemate

Pat's and Shels forced to settle for a point in Dublin derby stalemate  Irish Examiner

Politics

17 h. ago St Pat's and Shels can't be separated in gripping Dublin derby

St Pat's and Shels can't be separated in gripping Dublin derby  FM104

Politics

19 h. ago As it happened: St Pat's v Shelbourne, Galway Utd v Shamrock Rovers

League leaders St Pat’s entertain the champions Shelbourne in the big game of the night.

Politics

20 h. ago League of Ireland – All Friday night’s action as it happened

League of Ireland – All Friday night’s action as it happened  The Irish Independent

Politics

21 h. ago Galway based tourism company attends Asian golf tourism convention

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A Galway based tourism company has joined Tourism Ireland at an important Asian golf tourism convention North & West Coast Links Golf Ireland in Moycullen has attended the IAGTO Asian Golf Tourism Convention in Da Nang, in Vietnam The convention is being attended by golf and travel […] The post Galway based tourism company attends Asian golf tourism convention appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

22 h. ago New Galway City Heritage Plan launched to cover next five years

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Council has launched it’s new city heritage plan to cover the period 2025-2030. It sets out the overall framework for identifying, raising awareness of and promoting the conservation of the heritage of Galway city. Heritage is a wide-ranging term – and covers cultural, archaeological, architectural […] The post New Galway City Heritage Plan launched to cover next five years appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

22 h. ago International figures in video games to address Galway event

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Leading international figures in gaming will be in Galway city next week for the FÍS Games Summit. BAFTA-nominated Xalavier Nelson Jr, and Galway-based industry legend, Tom Hall, will address the event. Tom Hall works with city-based Romero Games, and is well-known for his work on iconic titles […] The post International figures in video games to address Galway event appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Culture

23 h. ago Lazy Dog Dublin Unveils New Spring Menu And Seasonal Promotions

Lazy Dog Dublin Unveils New Spring Menu And Seasonal Promotions  Patch

Politics

23 h. ago Family of man who died from sepsis at Galway hospital settle court action

Norbert Sheerin (73) died in the hospital where he had previously worked in the records department.

Events

24 h. ago Leading international figures in gaming return to Galway for annual summit

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Leading international figures in gaming will be in Galway city next week for the FÍS Games Summit. BAFTA-nominated Xalavier Nelson Jr, and Galway-based industry legend, Tom Hall, will address the event. The summit has been described as an essential and important gathering for the Irish Games industry. […] The post Leading international figures in gaming return to Galway for annual summit appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

25 h. ago Mental Health Minister confirms support for local 'Adam's Protocols' petition

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Mental Health Minister has confirmed her support for a local petition, which now has over 11,000 signatures. The petition came about following the death of Galway man, Adam Loughnane, whose body was found in the River Corrib in February. Earlier that day, the 34 year old […] The post Mental Health Minister confirms support for local 'Adam's Protocols' petition appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

26 h. ago Widow of murdered Blanchardstown man charged with threatening to kill a garda and setting XL Bully dogs on patrol gardaí

Widow of murdered Blanchardstown man charged with threatening to kill a garda and setting XL Bully dogs on patrol gardaí  The Irish Independent

Events

26 h. ago Widow of murdered Blanchardstown man charged with threatening to kill a garda and setting XL Bully dogs on patrolling officers

Widow of murdered Blanchardstown man charged with threatening to kill a garda and setting XL Bully dogs on patrolling officers  The Irish Independent

Events