2 h. ago UN climate report shows modest progress but world faces ‘unlivable’ temperature rises

‘Unprecedented emissions cuts’ needed despite increasingly challenging geopolitical backdrop, UNEP warns

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2 h. ago Galway man jailed for five years after he drugged and sexually assaulted a teenage girl

Aidan Dunphy (44) of Crowe Street, Gort, Co. Galway pleaded guilty to one count of sexual assault and one of engaging in a sexual act with a child under 17 at a location in Co Galway on a date in June 2023

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3 h. ago President Connolly: TDs from both sides of chamber applaud first TD elected to Áras in 50 years

This hasn’t happened since 1973, when Erskine Childers went from TD to president.

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3 h. ago Appeal for information as vehicle parked outside Tuam house set alight

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Gardaí are investigating an incident in Tuam during which a vehicle was set alight outside a house The vehicle was parked outside a house on the Dublin Rd and the owner was at home at the time and noticed the flames An accelerant was used in this […] The post Appeal for information as vehicle parked outside Tuam house set alight appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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8 h. ago Athenry public meeting to discuss threats to community sector

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A public meeting will take place in Athenry this week to discuss challenges and threats facing the community sector. It’s part of a national series of meetings, under the banner “Together, We Are Community” It’ll bring together community workers, local organisations, service providers and service users at […] The post Athenry public meeting to discuss threats to community sector appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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12 h. ago Connacht’s first Youth Climate Justice Assembly in Galway today

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Connacht’s first Youth Climate Justice Assembly is taking place in Galway today. It’ll see climate activists, policy advisors and other relevant parties come together to amplify youth voices in shaping climate action at a regional level. The SAUTI Youth Project event is funded through the Department of […] The post Connacht’s first Youth Climate Justice Assembly in Galway today appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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13 h. ago Galway County Council unveils its new revamped bilingual website

Galway County Council has launched a completely redesigned bilingual website aimed at delivering faster, clearer, and more accessible information to residents, businesses, and visitors. The new site, available at Gaillimh.ie and Galway.ie, was developed by award-winning Irish web services company Annertech. It now offers 100 per cent Irish-language content, improved translation management, and the ability […] The post Galway County Council unveils its new revamped bilingual website appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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25 h. ago Longford represented at Age Friendly Ireland National Recognition Awards in Galway

Longford represented at Age Friendly Ireland National Recognition Awards in Galway  Longford Leader

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25 h. ago Galway East TD demands Revenue take wind farms into account for LPT revaluation

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Revenue must take the sheer amount of planned wind farms in East Galway into account when looking at Local Property Tax revaluations. That’s according to local TD Pete Roche, as the deadline for submissions is this coming Friday, November 7th. He says homeowners are being asked to […] The post Galway East TD demands Revenue take wind farms into account for LPT revaluation appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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28 h. ago Galway lecturer to represent Ireland at the global One Young World summit in Munich

Galway lecturer to represent Ireland at the global One Young World summit in Munich  Connacht Tribune

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28 h. ago University of Galway to host roadshow for female entrepreneurs

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM University of Galway is set to host a roadshow event for female entrepreneurs tomorrow, Tuesday. National business development programme ‘Going for Growth’ is partnering with University of Galway’s innovation office and ideaslab. The event will take place in the O’ Donohue Centre tomorrow evening from 6:30 until […] The post University of Galway to host roadshow for female entrepreneurs appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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30 h. ago New Galway Rape Crisis Centre opened by Minister for Justice

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Justice Minister has cut the ribbon on a brand-new multi-million euro building for Galway Rape Crisis Centre. The three story office building at Claddagh Quay provides the centre with their own permanent space, having previously been headquartered in Fosters Court. Speaking to Galway Bay FM, Minister […] The post New Galway Rape Crisis Centre opened by Minister for Justice appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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31 h. ago Galway study finds increased dementia risk with early menopause

Galway study finds increased dementia risk with early menopause  IDA Ireland

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33 h. ago Justice Minister to officially open new Galway Rape Crisis Centre building

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan will officially open the new Galway Rape Crisis Centre building this morning. Planning permission was first granted in 2021 and construction began at Claddagh Quay last year. GRCC provides counselling and support service for those affected by sexual abuse and sexual […] The post Justice Minister to officially open new Galway Rape Crisis Centre building appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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33 h. ago Social justice campaigner and Focus Ireland founder Sister Stanislaus Kennedy dies aged 86

Sr Stan died on Monday morning after a short time at the St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown

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35 h. ago Social justice campaigner and Focus Ireland found Sister Stanislaus Kennedy dies aged 86

Sr Stan died on Monday morning after a short time at the St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown

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35 h. ago Galway Senator calls for permanent implementation of exam assistance for dyslexic students

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A Galway based Senator has criticised the State Examinations Commission for not implementing accommodations for students with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Fianna Fáil Senator and former secondary school teacher Shane Curley has demanded that the SEC extends the time given to these students in their exams, who he […] The post Galway Senator calls for permanent implementation of exam assistance for dyslexic students appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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35 h. ago Galway motorists urged to be cautious as yellow rain warning continues

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Motorists are being urged to stay safe on the roads due to heavy rain in the west this morning. Clare, Kerry, Galway and Mayo are under a yellow rain warning until 8 o’clock tonight. There’s a risk of localised flooding. Status Yellow – Rain warning for Clare, […] The post Galway motorists urged to be cautious as yellow rain warning continues appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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37 h. ago Galway County Council launches €762,000 Community Climate Action Fund

Galway County Council has announced a €762,000 Community Climate Action Fund aimed at supporting grassroots efforts to implement climate action projects across the county. Launched during Climate Action Week, the initiative offers full financial support to not-for-profit organisations, including community and voluntary groups such as Tidy Towns committees, development associations and sports clubs. Eligible projects […] The post Galway County Council launches €762,000 Community Climate Action Fund appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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37 h. ago Former Galway hurler to run 250km across the Sahara in memory of uncle lost to rare cancer

A former Galway hurler is set to take on a sporting challenge of a whole different intensity in honour of an uncle lost to rare cancer – and he has enlisted the help of another Galwegian who is also one of the world’s greatest endurance athletes to achieve his goal. Éanna Ryan followed in the […] The post Former Galway hurler to run 250km across the Sahara in memory of uncle lost to rare cancer appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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