5 m. ago Landings at Skellig Michael set to begin today after another delay to permits for operators

Landing permits were due to be issued so that boat trips to the heritage site could begin from Saturday, weather permitting.

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1 hour ago Several people reported dead after school shooting in Austria

The incident happened in the city of Graz, with police saying that the operation remains ongoing.

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1 hour ago Police say several people dead after school shooting in Austria

The incident happened in the city of Graz.

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3 h. ago Councillors unite against plans to increase social housing rents

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM City Councillors have united against plans to increase social housing rents for the first time in six years. Under proposals from council management, rents would increase by half of one percent each year over the next six years. But a key sticking point is the blanket removal […] The post Councillors unite against plans to increase social housing rents appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago Dublin City Council referred to WRC as thousands of workers to 'miss' a week's wage

A firefighter who is amongst the 3,500 staff impacted said that the delay in pay is ‘outrageous’ and ‘makes no sense’.

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3 h. ago Call for complete audit of Galway city traffic lights sequences

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM There are calls for a full audit of traffic lights sequences across the city. Councillor Alan Cheevers says he’s concerned about long delays at key junctions. He believes some poorly sequenced lights are causing unnecessary congestion and frustration for all motorists. Fianna Fáil Councillor Cheevers says this […] The post Call for complete audit of Galway city traffic lights sequences appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago Demonstration outside City Hall with councillors due to discuss Shantalla helipad

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A demonstration has taken place outside City Hall this afternoon over the potential transfer of three acres of Shantalla Park to the HSE for a permanent helipad. The Shantalla Residents Association says this would amount to giving away half of the community’s only green space without any […] The post Demonstration outside City Hall with councillors due to discuss Shantalla helipad appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 h. ago Trump orders thousands more troops to Los Angeles despite police warnings

The city’s police chief said the move creates logistical challenges for safely handling protests.

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5 h. ago Four Galway academics sign open letter urging Government to suspend trade with Israel

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Four Galway academics have signed an open letter urging the government to suspend trade with Israel Declan Coogan and Su-Ming Khoo from University of Galway and Marie Finnegan and Brian O’Boyle of ATU are among 160 signatories from 11 universities and key policy sectors The letter says […] The post Four Galway academics sign open letter urging Government to suspend trade with Israel appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 h. ago How Shopify’s Ireland HQ shielded it from “fishing expeditions” by Canada’s tax man

How Shopify’s Ireland HQ shielded it from “fishing expeditions” by Canada’s tax man  The Currency

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13 h. ago Dublin councillors debate 'shocking' decision to pull plug on almost 250 social homes in city

Councillors from many parties called for the decision to be reverse and for funding to be provided to deliver the homes.

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17 h. ago Tarleton State Partners With Dublin City University To Enhance Global Education

Tarleton State Partners With Dublin City University To Enhance Global Education  The Flash Today Erath County

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17 h. ago Cannabis worth €250,000 seized following joint operation in North Dublin

Cannabis worth €250,000 seized following joint operation in North Dublin  Dublin Live

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17 h. ago M&S shoppers race to buy £3.50 margarita in a can that’s has an improved feature

M&S shoppers race to buy £3.50 margarita in a can that’s has an improved feature  thesun.ie

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18 h. ago Bloomsday Film Festival celebrates Joyce’s beloved city of Dublin

Bloomsday Film Festival celebrates Joyce’s beloved city of Dublin  Dublin Gazette Newspapers

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19 h. ago Harvard in talks with universities to host students hit by Trump visa clampdown

Colleges explore temporary placements as White House tightens scrutiny of international applicants

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20 h. ago Dublin City Council gives go ahead for food hall at well known former church

St Andrews Church to converted to food hall by Failte Ireland

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21 h. ago Dublin City University signs partnership agreement with Tarleton State University

Dublin City University signs partnership agreement with Tarleton State University  Dublin City University | DCU

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21 h. ago Galway city public event to mark Infant Mental Health Awareness Week

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A public event will take place in the city tomorrow to mark Infant Mental Health Awareness Week. It’s organised by the Galway City Early Years Group and will focus on the vital role of early relationships in shaping a child’s wellbeing. It’s open to all, particularly expecting […] The post Galway city public event to mark Infant Mental Health Awareness Week appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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22 h. ago Call for more public accountability for Council CEO and management

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Senior management and the CEO at Galway County Council should face more public accountability. That’s according to former councillor and now Senator PJ Murphy, who’s raised the issue in the Seanad. He said far too often, it’s councillors who get the blame for decisions that they had […] The post Call for more public accountability for Council CEO and management appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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