3 h. ago Minister yet to approve Galway City Council €60m Crown Square loan

GALWAY City Council has confirmed that it has not yet drawn down the €60 million loan approved earlier this year to fund major capital projects. At this week’s meeting, Cllr Níall McNeilis (Lab) asked for an update on the loan, which is intended to cover a range of investments including the fit out of the […] The post Minister yet to approve Galway City Council €60m Crown Square loan appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago City man arrested for the possession of knives urged to get legal advice

A 36-year-old man accused of unlawful possession of two knives in the Nuns’ Island area of Galway City last month has been strongly advised to get legal advice. Aonghus Phelan, with an address at 25 Kingston Road, Salthill, appeared at Galway District Court on two charges contrary to section 9 of the Firearms and Offensive […] The post City man arrested for the possession of knives urged to get legal advice appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago Na Forbacha safety plan welcome but it doesn’t go far enough

Parents and residents who have campaigned for safety measures for school children in Na Forbacha have welcomed Galway County Council’s provisional proposals – but they say they do not go far enough. The local authority this week released its provisional Safe Routes to School (SRTS) plan for Na Forbacha – but the key omission from […] The post Na Forbacha safety plan welcome but it doesn’t go far enough appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago Former Garda barracks is set to go under the hammer later this month

A small but perfectly formed rural Galway Garda station – closed for more than 20 years – is set for auction later this month. The old Ballymoe barracks on the Galway/Roscommon border will come under the hammer with auctioneers, O’Donnellan and Joyce, on Friday, September 19. The mini station on Main Street in Ballymoe dates […] The post Former Garda barracks is set to go under the hammer later this month appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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21 h. ago Stolen Caravan and over €7,000 worth of drugs seized in search in Loughrea

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A caravan identified as stolen and over €7,000 worth of cocaine and cannabis were seized following a search of residences in Loughrea yesterday. Gardaí from the Detective and Drugs Unit carried out a search operation and were assisted by the Armed Support Unit, the Garda Dog Unit, […] The post Stolen Caravan and over €7,000 worth of drugs seized in search in Loughrea appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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21 h. ago Galway Deputy calls for increased pre budget funding to improve footpath infrastructure

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Fine Gael TD for Galway East Pete Roche has called on the Government to increase funding for all grant schemes related to the construction, repair and upgrading of footpaths across Galway and the wider country ahead of Budget 2025. Deputy Roche is seeking the creation of a […] The post Galway Deputy calls for increased pre budget funding to improve footpath infrastructure appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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39 h. ago Red flag at Portumna Lake described as 'complete overreaction'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A red flag being placed at Portumna Lake is being described as a complete overreaction. It was erected after a handful of representations were made to the County Council over reeds at the bathing area. Fine Gael Councillor Jimmy McClearn says it seems no investigation was carried […] The post Red flag at Portumna Lake described as 'complete overreaction' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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43 h. ago University of Galway spearheads course to encourage sustainable workplaces

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The University of Galway is spearheading the development of a new ten-week course to encourage sustainable work practices. The new micro-credential programme is aimed at those already working in labs across the medtech, science and research sectors. The course, which aims to reduce the environmental impact of […] The post University of Galway spearheads course to encourage sustainable workplaces appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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44 h. ago Green light for new School of Medicine at University of Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Planning permission has been approved for a new School of Medicine at University of Galway. The current school was built in the 1980’s and is struggling to meet both needs and student demand. In a letter supporting the planning application, Dean of the College of Medicine, Professor […] The post Green light for new School of Medicine at University of Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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46 h. ago Local MEP questions alleged Meta suppression of child safety research

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local MEP is questioning the alleged suppression of child safety research by social media giant Meta. MEP Nina Carberry says according to a Washington Post investigation, Meta allegedly suppressed internal research that showed children being exposed to grooming, sexual harassment and violence. At the European Parliament […] The post Local MEP questions alleged Meta suppression of child safety research appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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46 h. ago City planners order Dean Hotel to close rooftop outdoor seating

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM City planners have ordered the Dean Hotel at Bohermore to close it’s rooftop outdoor seating. The hotel had sought retention permission because parts of the hotel were not built in accordance with planning permission. The rooftop bar and restaurant offering panoramic views of Galway City is one […] The post City planners order Dean Hotel to close rooftop outdoor seating appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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46 h. ago Local MEP questions alleged Meta supression of child safety research

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local MEP is questioning the alleged suppression of child safety research by social media giant Meta. MEP Nina Carberry says according to a Washington Post investigation, Meta allegedly suppressed internal research that showed children being exposed to grooming, sexual harassment and violence. At the European Parliament […] The post Local MEP questions alleged Meta supression of child safety research appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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47 h. ago Local MEP questions alleged Meta surpression of child safety research

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local MEP is questioning the alleged suppression of child safety research by social media giant Meta. MEP Nina Carberry says according to a Washington Post investigation, Meta allegedly suppressed internal research that showed children being exposed to grooming, sexual harassment and violence. At the European Parliament […] The post Local MEP questions alleged Meta surpression of child safety research appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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50 h. ago University of Galway hosts exhibition of Press Photographers Ireland awards

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The University of Galway is hosting an exhibition of the Press Photographers Ireland awards. The exhibition was launched last evening by Press Photographers President David Branigan, Photographer of the Year James Crombie and News Photographer of the Year Niall Carson. It features dozens of photographs that capture […] The post University of Galway hosts exhibition of Press Photographers Ireland awards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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51 h. ago €3.3m for Galway canal turbines to supply free city electricity

GALWAY City Council has secured €3.3 million in EU funding to pilot a hydro turbine project on the city’s canals, the first initiative of its kind for a local authority in Ireland. The funding will support the installation of three small-scale hydropower systems to power electric vehicle (EV) charging points and streetlights, with a second […] The post €3.3m for Galway canal turbines to supply free city electricity appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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63 h. ago ‘Counter Attack’ film to premiere in Galway for World Heart Day

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Science on Screen’s film ‘Counter Attack’ will premiere in Galway on World Heart Day The film explores cardiovascular disease from the patient, researcher, paramedic and family perspective. It is directed by Tiernan Williams and produced by Maria O’Neill, and also features CÚRAM’s University of Galway-based researchers, The […] The post ‘Counter Attack’ film to premiere in Galway for World Heart Day appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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63 h. ago Business experts in Galway city for launch of SME collaboration intiative

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An SME collaboration initative is being launched in Galway city tomorrow. Pathway to Innovate offers SMEs the opportunity to collaborate with business experts to learn more about supports, insights and strategies. The launch will begin at midday tomorrow at Platform94 in Mervue Business Park. Pathway to Innovate […] The post Business experts in Galway city for launch of SME collaboration intiative appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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63 h. ago Two County Galway projects in running for Pride of Place glory

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Two County Galway projects are in the running for Pride of Place glory with the judges visits taking place today and tomorrow. The Marconi Men’s Shed in Clifden and the community of Clarinbridge have been selected to represent County Galway in the all-island competition. The awards, organised […] The post Two County Galway projects in running for Pride of Place glory appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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63 h. ago Delays to South Galway Flood Relief Scheme labelled 'frustrating'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Delays to the South Galway Flood Relief Scheme have been labelled ‘frustrating’. Engagement with the National Parks and Wildlife Service began in January, and more information has been requested since reports were sent earlier this summer. Galway County Council says it had hoped the process would have […] The post Delays to South Galway Flood Relief Scheme labelled 'frustrating' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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65 h. ago Plans for safe route to schools for the Tuam Area due to be presented shortly

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The plans for the safe route to schools for the Tuam Area are due to be presented shortly according to county council officials Fianna Fáil Councillor Mary Hoade told this week’s municipal district meeting that she’s anxious about the delay with the scheme Councillor Hoade says the […] The post Plans for safe route to schools for the Tuam Area due to be presented shortly appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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