3 d. ago Initiative to drive a fair and just energy transition in the West

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An initiative is being launched in the city in the next hour – aimed to driving a fair and just energy transition in the West of Ireland. It’s called Energy West – and it aims to bring people and communities together to ensure a transition to clean […] The post Initiative to drive a fair and just energy transition in the West appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 d. ago New sustainable transport “eHub” officially opened in Letterkenny

A new sustainable transport eHub has opened in Letterkenny, allowing the public to book the use of e-bikes and electric… The post New sustainable transport “eHub” officially opened in Letterkenny appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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7 d. ago Graham Linehan says he may never return to Britain after arrest

The comedy writer was arrested after flying in from Arizona on Monday over three posts he had made on X.

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8 d. ago Father Ted creator Linehan wanted to ‘destroy’ anonymity of trans activist, court hears

The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer is on trial at Westminster Magistrates’ Court accused of harassing trans woman Sophia Brooks.

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8 d. ago Graham Linehan told police trans teenager taunted him about divorce, trial hears

Father Ted co-creator on trial in London accused of harassing trans woman Sophia Brooks

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8 d. ago Graham Linehan grabbed phone of trans activist in 'reflex reponse' to 'taunting', court hears

The Father Ted creator is on trial for the alleged harassment of trans activist Sophia Brooks.

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8 d. ago Grabbing trans activist’s phone was ‘reflex’ response to ‘taunting’, claims Graham Linehan

Father Ted co-creator on trial in London accused of harassing trans woman Sophia Brooks

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9 d. ago Father Ted creator Linehan ‘whacked’ phone out of trans activist’s hand

The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer is on trial at Westminster Magistrates’ Court accused of harassing Sophia Brooks.

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1 week ago Graham Linehan in London court over alleged harassment of trans woman

Father Ted creator denies harassing activist Sophia Brooks on social media and damaging her phone

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1 week ago Graham Linehan due in London court today over alleged harassment of trans woman

Father Ted creator denies harassing activist Sophia Brooks on social media and damaging her phone

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1 week ago Nigel Farage tells US Congress Graham Linehan arrest proves UK has ‘become North Korea’

Metropolitan Police commissioner says officers should not be ‘policing toxic culture wars debates’

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1 week ago Appeal against approval of medical centre in former Oranmore bowling alley

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An appeal’s been lodged against the approval of planning permission for a major medical centre in Oranmore. The centre would be based at a former bowling alley and arcade, beside the IMC Cinema. In recent years, plans were at an advanced stage to transform the space into […] The post Appeal against approval of medical centre in former Oranmore bowling alley appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 week ago Graham Linehan claims he was arrested at Heathrow Airport over social media posts

The Met Police confirmed a man in his 50s had been arrested and detained.

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1 week ago Father Ted writer Graham Linehan ‘arrested over X posts’ on trans issues

Linehan (57) says he was taken to hospital with high blood pressure after questioning by police

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2 w. ago Heart and stroke charity Croí records progress and transformative health initiatives

The pioneering heart and stroke charity based in Galway has recorded a year of exceptional impact, transformation, and community reach in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Croí’s Annual Report reveals that, in 2024, it provided 4,724 free health checks at over 105 events, including 1,442 checks via the new Mobile Health Units. It […] The post Heart and stroke charity Croí records progress and transformative health initiatives appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Galway Deputy asks Minister to intervene on situation regarding school transport for Colaiste Na Coiribe.

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A Galway Deputy has asked the Minister with direct responsibility for School Transport to intervene with the Department of Education towards sanctioning a further Bus Service for students attending Colaiste na Coiribe. It has emerged that some pupils had enrolled in the school only to find that no […] The post Galway Deputy asks Minister to intervene on situation regarding school transport for Colaiste Na Coiribe. appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 w. ago Croí Chief Executive says 2024 was 'transformational' as charity launches annual report

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM City-based Croí has described 2024 as a transformational year for the charity. The Heart and Stroke Charity has published its 2024 report, in a year that saw Croí launch its first multiannual strategy. Croí’s annual report shows the charity delivered a 30 percent increase in one-to-one stroke […] The post Croí Chief Executive says 2024 was 'transformational' as charity launches annual report appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago ATU to unveil new cultural exhibition for National Heritage Week

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Atlantic Technological University is set to unveil a celebration of island heritage through art in time for National Heritage Week which begins tomorrow ‘Echoes of the Isles’ aims to celebrate the cultural and ecological heritage of island life while highlighting its ongoing transformation. Galway-based artist Róisín […] The post ATU to unveil new cultural exhibition for National Heritage Week appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 w. ago Thousands attend public rally in Ballinasloe over downgrading of maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A large crowd, estimated in the thousands, took to the streets of Ballinasloe this afternoon for a public rally over the situation with maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital. A local group was set up last month following a decision to transfer high-risk pregnancies from the hospital, following […] The post Thousands attend public rally in Ballinasloe over downgrading of maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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