7 h. ago Majborough wins Grade 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase by 14 lengths

Majborough (4/11 favourite) won the six-runner Grade 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase at Punchestown this afternoon. It in colours of J.P. McManus, Mark Walsh-ridden gelding was a sixth winner of the week for the owner and a third for the jockey. Last seen in the Arkle Chase at the Cheltenham Festival, Majborough’s jumping was better […] The post Majborough wins Grade 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase by 14 lengths appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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8 h. ago New nonstop flight to Ireland takes off from Indianapolis this weekend

New nonstop flight to Ireland takes off from Indianapolis this weekend  Indianapolis Business Journal

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9 h. ago Cat rescued from within walls of Galway shop after being trapped for six weeks

Freed feline ‘Dealz’ was underweight and sore but is now eating well and recovering

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9 h. ago Catherine Corless welcomes latest date for Tuam Mother and Baby Home excavation but remains horrified at the delay

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Local historian Catherine Corless says she’s ‘horrified’ at the 11 year wait for answers about the burials at the site of the Tuam Mother and Baby Home In 2014 Catherine Corless discovered death certificates of nearly 800 children who died while in the home, but had no […] The post Catherine Corless welcomes latest date for Tuam Mother and Baby Home excavation but remains horrified at the delay appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago County Galway one of 11 areas to have more people on electoral register than population

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM County Galway is one of eleven areas to have more people on the electoral register than its population. The Electoral Commission says it’s dealing with multiple legacy issues and as a result, with mistakes such as duplicate registrations or people who have passed away. The first Oversight […] The post County Galway one of 11 areas to have more people on electoral register than population appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago Galway Theatre Festival includes climate change drag cabarets and politically provocative drama

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway Theatre Festival is kicking off its jam-packed programme of events tomorrow. Now in its 17th year, the festival aims to showcase emerging artists and entertain audiences with a variety of shows. It begins tomorrow and runs until Saturday May 10th, and promises everything from climate change […] The post Galway Theatre Festival includes climate change drag cabarets and politically provocative drama appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago New study shows one in five West of Ireland teenagers have tried cannabis

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A new study shows one in five West of Ireland teenagers have tried cannabis A survey of around 5,000 teenagers found drug use was higher among those who stay out later and have fewer rules imposed by parents. The study by University College Cork and the HSE […] The post New study shows one in five West of Ireland teenagers have tried cannabis appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago Hosepipe ban in place for parts of Donegal, Meath and Westmeath due to ‘sharp drop’ in water levels

The conservation orders will come into effect at 00:01 on Tuesday, 6 May and remain in place for six weeks.

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9 h. ago 4 of a Kind: Home across the country with gorgeous mountain views

Wicklow, Galway, Kerry and Donegal make the list this week.

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11 h. ago Planning permission sought for new village shop in Creeslough away from site of tragic explosion

The town was rocked by tragedy in 2022 when 10 people died in a service station explosion.

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11 h. ago Arranmore RNLI crew rescue stranded jet skier while out on training exercise

The volunteer crew of the Arranmore lifeboat were on exercise when they were asked to respond to a jet skier… The post Arranmore RNLI crew rescue stranded jet skier while out on training exercise appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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12 h. ago Boy ‘hooked like a fish in upper left arm’ in inflatable bungee run at school is awarded €25,000

Judge approves settlement for schoolboy injured during sports week event

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12 h. ago Opening of new biomedical facility in Galway a 'great boost' for Ireland

Opening of new biomedical facility in Galway a 'great boost' for Ireland  The Irish Post

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13 h. ago Justice Minister confirms he's now responsible for IPAS during Galway visit

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan has confirmed during his visit to Galway his department is now responsible for IPAS. The brief has been moved from the Department of Integration, and today is the first day of the transfer. Minister O’Callaghan is attending the Prison Officers’ Association conference in […] The post Justice Minister confirms he's now responsible for IPAS during Galway visit appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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15 h. ago New ambulance base to be constructed at St. Brigid's in Ballinasloe

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A new ambulance base is to be constructed on St. Brigid’s Campus in Ballinasloe on lands to be retained by the HSE Roscommon/Galway Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane says this new ambulance base is much needed to replace the current one Deputy Kerrane says it’s also important […] The post New ambulance base to be constructed at St. Brigid's in Ballinasloe appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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15 h. ago Orange high fire risk warning issued for Ireland ahead of May bank holiday weekend

Orange high fire risk warning issued for Ireland ahead of May bank holiday weekend  Dublin Live

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15 h. ago Another Blow For Ireland As Dorothy Wall Will Miss World Cup

Another Blow For Ireland As Dorothy Wall Will Miss World Cup  Her Sport

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16 h. ago Irish Rail announces massive Dublin closure for May Bank holiday weekend

Irish Rail announces massive Dublin closure for May Bank holiday weekend  Dublin Live

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17 h. ago Red weather warning map shows ‘incredible heat’ hitting Ireland 13C above average

Red weather warning map shows ‘incredible heat’ hitting Ireland 13C above average  Galway Beo

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17 h. ago Druid and Blue Teapot team up to provide work experience for adults with intellectual disabilities

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Two of Galway’s most well-known theatre companies are teaming up to provide work experience for adults with intellectual disabilities. Druid Theatre Company and Blue Teapot Theatre Company will give students real life experience working at venues such as The Town Hall Theatre and The Mick Lally Theatre […] The post Druid and Blue Teapot team up to provide work experience for adults with intellectual disabilities appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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