4 h. ago €1.3m in Government funding of social housing in Galway city and county

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM More than one point three million euro has been awarded to Galway city and county for social housing. The Department of Housing grants will address the housing needs of older people, people with a disability along with helping tackling overcrowding. The funding will allow local authorities to […] The post €1.3m in Government funding of social housing in Galway city and county appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 h. ago Creative art workshops for cardiac and stroke patients taking place across Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A series of creative art workshops for cardiac and stroke patients are taking place across the county this month. The Mending HeArts programme provides a space for participants to express themselves, reconnect with their connectivity and support emotional wellbeing. Workshops will take place in Ballinasloe Library tomorrow, […] The post Creative art workshops for cardiac and stroke patients taking place across Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 h. ago Taskforce hits streets of Athenry to tackle chewing gum stuck to the paths

The streets of Galway aren’t as sticky as they used to be — thanks to the Gum Litter Taskforce, whose work has seen a 70 per cent reduction in chewing gum stuck to the path. But the battle goes on — and last week the GLT took to the streets of Athenry as part of […] The post Taskforce hits streets of Athenry to tackle chewing gum stuck to the paths appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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24 h. ago Tuam to host last of eight Teagasc Organic Crop Walks tomorrow

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The farm of Padraic Dunleavy in Tuam will host the last of eight Teagasc organic Crop Walks tomorrow evening. Led by the Teagasc Organic Advisory team, A nationwide series began in County Cork on Monday, 19th of May and visited farms in Cork, Tipperary, Kilkenny, Offaly, Carlow, […] The post Tuam to host last of eight Teagasc Organic Crop Walks tomorrow appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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24 h. ago Efforts underway to restore damaged Alcock and Brown and Marconi Sites in Connemara

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Efforts are underway to restore the historic Alcock and Brown and Marconi site between Clifden and Ballyconneely damaged by Storm Eowyn. The Connemara Chamber of Commerce is now spearheading an effort to get money from the State for the repair work. The walkways, information boards and shelter […] The post Efforts underway to restore damaged Alcock and Brown and Marconi Sites in Connemara appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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24 h. ago Minister welcomes ongoing review of planning permission exemptions

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Leader of the Independent Team of Ministers and Minister for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rails and Ports and Galway East TD Seán Canney has welcomed the ongoing review of planning permission exemptions, describing it as an important opportunity to unlock more flexible and practical housing solutions. […] The post Minister welcomes ongoing review of planning permission exemptions appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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30 h. ago Appropriate staff not available to mental health patients at ED

Appropriately qualified staff are not available to patients presenting with mental health difficulties at the Emergency Department in UHG. Cllr Eileen Mannion (FG) raised concern at a Regional Health Forum West that despite claims that all patients must be triaged in the Emergency Department, it was not a suitable environment for those requiring treatment for […] The post Appropriate staff not available to mental health patients at ED appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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30 h. ago Morrissey’s musical entourage heads for Spain in October — with record numbers on board

If Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos want to save their celebrity-driven Space Programs from sinking like submarines, they should forget about giving free trips to Katy Perry or ploughing their cash into reusable capsules. No — if they want a guaranteed success story, just fly the Marty Party to the Moon. Because the best-known face […] The post Morrissey’s musical entourage heads for Spain in October — with record numbers on board appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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40 h. ago Motorists advised to expect possible distruptions during tomorrow's CROI Cycle

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The 31st annual Croí Corrib Charity Cycle is taking place in Galway tomorrow and will depart from the University of Galway Dangan Sports Campus. Due to the large number of cyclists taking part, Croí would like to advise motorists and road users that there may be delays in […] The post Motorists advised to expect possible distruptions during tomorrow's CROI Cycle appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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42 h. ago Art exhibition taking place in Galway today as part of Cruinniú na nÓg

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Today as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2025, RTÉ’s This is Art! and Creative Ireland will present a celebration of youth creativity featuring a series of art exhibitions across the island of Ireland. RTÉ’s This is Art! is an annual art competition for budding artists aged 0-18yrs […] The post Art exhibition taking place in Galway today as part of Cruinniú na nÓg appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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48 h. ago An Bord Pleanala refuses plan to knock derelict Gort bungalow and replace with new homes

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Plans to knock down a derelict bungalow in Gort and replace it with six new homes have been given a final rejection. The home fronts onto Crowe Street near the roundabout, and there were several local objections to the plans. County planners rejected the project earlier this […] The post An Bord Pleanala refuses plan to knock derelict Gort bungalow and replace with new homes appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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54 h. ago New categories are announced at the launch of the Local Ireland Media Awards

Local Ireland, the association which represents local news publishers across Ireland – including the Connacht Tribune – has launched its tenth annual awards. Entries are being invited for a record 19 competitive categories, including new awards for Young Journalist of the Year and Political Coverage of the Year. This year’s awards will be the eighth […] The post New categories are announced at the launch of the Local Ireland Media Awards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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54 h. ago GRETB calls for investment and collaboration to transform poverty into potential

The Chief Executive of the Galway & Roscommon ETB has called for sustainable investment in youth services and better collaboration across education, youth services and families — to help tackle child poverty, school absenteeism and mental health challenges, and to support young people to thrive. David Leahy was speaking at the national Education & Training […] The post GRETB calls for investment and collaboration to transform poverty into potential appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 d. ago Michael D Higgins donates Presidential Archive to University of Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Michael D Higgins has donated his Presidential Archive, including letters, photos and books, to the University of Galway. The university has also renamed the Aula Maxima building in the iconic Quandrangle ‘The Michael D Higgins Auditorium. Music, poetry and speeches all formed part of today’s celebration, along […] The post Michael D Higgins donates Presidential Archive to University of Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 d. ago City social housing tenants facing first rent hikes in six years

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Social housing tenants in the city are facing hefty rent hikes – and the matter will likely dominate a council meeting on Monday. Galway City Council has defended the proposal, pointing out there’s been no increases since 2019. It says in recent years, rents collected are not […] The post City social housing tenants facing first rent hikes in six years appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Decision to pause Galway Transport Strategy ‘a disaster’ for city

The group advocating for a light rail system in Galway City have insisted they are not against plans for a ring road, but they have called for fresh impetus to the Gluas campaign. Chair of ‘Gluas, light rail for Galway’ Brendan Holland said the recent decision to pause the Galway Transport Strategy until a decision […] The post Decision to pause Galway Transport Strategy ‘a disaster’ for city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Horgan says players deserve week off while hailing effort of side in draw with league leaders

Galway United came away from the Tallaght Stadium last Friday night with a point to show for their efforts for the third visit in succession, but Ollie Horgan feels his side’s draw was more impressive than the two similar results in west Dublin last season. The Tribesmen played out a 1-1 draw with the Hoops […] The post Horgan says players deserve week off while hailing effort of side in draw with league leaders appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago City Museum launches 'Galway in Objects' educational project for schools

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Museum has launched a new educational initiative, Galway in Objects, designed to engage local schoolchildren with the rich history and culture of Galway through interactive learning experiences. Galway in Objects aims to foster a deeper understanding of the city’s heritage by encouraging participants to observe, […] The post City Museum launches 'Galway in Objects' educational project for schools appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Culture

3 d. ago President Michael D. Higgins celebrates 25th anniversary of Terryland Forest Park

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Today marks the 25th anniversary of Terryland Forest Park in the city – and President Michael D Higgins was there to mark the occassion. He planted an oak tree, and also unveiled a plaque of his poem “The Mountain” on the stump of a tree felled by […] The post President Michael D. Higgins celebrates 25th anniversary of Terryland Forest Park appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago Seanad hears funding plea for reopening of Dunguaire Castle in Kinvara

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Seanad has heard an exasperated plea for funding that’s urgently needed to reopen Dungauire Castle in Kinvara. Senator PJ Murphy says this is the third tourism season the castle has been closed. It follows a recent meeting of Galway County Council which heard there’s confusion and […] The post Seanad hears funding plea for reopening of Dunguaire Castle in Kinvara appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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