56 m. ago Irish people borrowed more money for car loans at the start of 2025 than in at least five years

The latest average car or auto finance loan cost €13,267.

Politics

1 hour ago Substantial funding for four Galway outdoor recreation projects

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Four Galway outdoor recreation projects will get their share of €145,000 in funding. It’s part of an €8.7 million investment through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The Shannapheasteen Way is being boosted by €50,000, while the Hymany Trail has been granted €40,000 for upkeep and trail repairs. […] The post Substantial funding for four Galway outdoor recreation projects appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

3 h. ago Hunting, pollution and tourism in EU threatening some seal species into extinction

A cross-border investigation by The Journal Investigates shows escalating threats to seals on EU coastlines, with risks of some species becoming completely extinct.

Events

3 h. ago Very small number of investors own vast bulk of shares in Gareth Sheridan’s US firm

Loss-making Nutriband had an accumulated deficit of US $39.8 million as of earlier this year

Economics

3 h. ago Living next door to the Spanish Arch: ‘Young people drink less these days, so that has calmed the area down’

Flooding from River Corrib ‘part of our life now’, says owner of Ard Bia restaurant in Galway

Politics

3 h. ago The couple on the Blasket: ‘There is no typical day here. The sea often has other ideas’

Camille Rosenfeld and James Hayes reflect on their summer stint as custodians

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3 h. ago Life by the Spanish Arch, Galway: 'Flooding is an inevitability. We have no insurance, but we carry on'

Flooding from River Corrib ‘part of our life now’, says owner of Ard Bia restaurant in Galway

Events

3 h. ago I’ve promised to give a speech, but am freaking out. You see, I’m a big thick

This was supposed to be the year I would slow down, say no to things

Politics

10 h. ago At least 17 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza, including six who had been waiting for aid

The dead included six civilians who had been waiting for humanitarian aid.

Events

14 h. ago At least 44 people dead after flash floods on popular Himalayan pilgrimage route

A cloudburst triggered floods and landslides in the area with at least 50 people still missing.

Events

14 h. ago Justice Minister concerned over youth attacks on Indian community

A majority of recent attacks on the Indian community appear to have been carried out by young people, Jim O'Callaghan has said.

Politics

15 h. ago Ian Walsh murder investigation shifts focus to social media accounts

Gardaí considering possibility murder victim may have arranged to meet killer at home

Events

15 h. ago Justice Minister concerned ‘majority’ of attacks on Indian community ‘carried out by young people’

O’Callaghan today met with representatives of the Ireland India Council and the Federation of Indian Communities in Ireland.

Politics

15 h. ago Public ethics watchdog decides against full investigation into comments made by TD Ken O’Flynn

SIPO also decided against an investigation into posts and ‘likes’ on O’Flynn’s Facebook page.

Events

15 h. ago Galway TD calls on Mental Health Minister to develop sector specific volunteer strategy

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway East TD Pete Roche is calling on the Minister for Mental Health to develop a sector-specific volunteer strategy. He says there’s also a need to further invest in local community-based services. Deputy Roche says urgent action is needed to support the recruitment and retention of mental […] The post Galway TD calls on Mental Health Minister to develop sector specific volunteer strategy appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

15 h. ago Galway's Catherine Connolly is new front runner in presidential race as Maireád McGuinness pulls out on medical grounds

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway’s Catherine Connolly is the new front runner in the presidential race as Maireád McGuinness has pulled out on medical grounds The former EU Commissioner said she was doing so on medical advice after spending time in hospital last week. Mairead McGuinness has been leading the polls […] The post Galway's Catherine Connolly is new front runner in presidential race as Maireád McGuinness pulls out on medical grounds appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

16 h. ago Damning findings of report on Garda roads policing ‘heartbreaking’ for victims’ families, campaigners say

Road-safety advocate said ‘small number of gardaí don’t think people’s lives are worth doing their jobs’

Events

16 h. ago Opinion: For Ukraine, it's a case of 'if you're not at the table, you're probably on the menu'

Donnacha Ó Beacháin looks at the controversial meeting set for Trump and Putin tomorrow, and how it offers little hope to Ukrainian people.

Politics

17 h. ago Gareth Sheridan accuses people in Sean Gallagher ‘circle’ of coordinated attack

The presidential hopeful made the claims about his former business partner at his campaign launch in Dublin city centre.

Events

17 h. ago Rapist (79) died alone in custody after family not notified of stroke, investigation finds

The Office of the Inspector of Prisons noted that Irish Prison Service (IPS) protocol requires the families of inmates to be contacted 'in the quickest way possible' in the event of grave illness.

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