1 hour ago WestBIC and three other BICS engage with a thousand new clients between 2022 and 2024

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Galway based Business Innovation Centre and three other centres engaged with more than a thousand new clients between 2022 and 2024. That’s according to the first ever Impact Report involving the four centres. WestBIC covers Galway, Donegal, Leitrim, Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo and Westmeath. Irish BICs […] The post WestBIC and three other BICS engage with a thousand new clients between 2022 and 2024 appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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1 hour ago Calls for responsible parking near Connemara beaches ahead of hot weekend

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Connemara North councillor Gerry King is calling for the public to park responsibly near beaches and waterways in Connemara this weekend. With the warm weather, large crowds are expected to descend on rural beaches – many of which can’t cope with the parking demands. That’s according to […] The post Calls for responsible parking near Connemara beaches ahead of hot weekend appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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2 h. ago Lobby group feels no confidence vote in Health Minister may be warranted over Portiuncula maternity services

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A local group feels a vote of no-confidence in the Health Minister could be called for over the situation with maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital. A rally taking place tomorrow follows a recent meeting held by The Portiuncula Maternity Alliance which saw around 300 attendees. The group […] The post Lobby group feels no confidence vote in Health Minister may be warranted over Portiuncula maternity services appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago Sinn Féin TD says party has not discussed supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Sinn Fein has not yet discussed supporting Galway West TD Catherine Connolly for the Presidency, according to one of its TDs. The Independent Candidate has the support of opposition parties including the Social Democrats, People Before Profit and Labour. Sinn Fein TD Darren O’Rourke says branch meetings […] The post Sinn Féin TD says party has not discussed supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 h. ago IPAS Centre in Doughiska found to be fully compliant with standards

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A facility accommodating asylum seekers in Galway city has been found to be compliant in all standards, following a HIQA inspection. The announced inspection at Cúirt Uisce Accommodation Centre on Doughiska Road took place in August shortly after it opened. It was housing 52 residents, many of […] The post IPAS Centre in Doughiska found to be fully compliant with standards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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6 h. ago Sinn Féin TD says party not considering supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Sinn Fein will not endorse Galway West TD Catherine Connolly for the Presidency, according to one of its TDs. The Independent Candidate has the support of opposition parties including the Social Democrats, People Before Profit and Labour. Sinn Fein TD Darren O’Rourke says branch meetings have taken […] The post Sinn Féin TD says party not considering supporting Catherine Connolly's presidential bid appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 h. ago Grattan Beach free workshop to explore ocean literacy and biodiversity

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A free educational workshop is set to take place on Grattan Beach in Salthill tomorrow to increase ocean literacy and biodiversity awareness. Co-designed by the Atlantic Technological University and Galway Atlantaquaria, the ‘MicroWorlds’ workshop offers the opportunity to discover tiny ecosystems and understand the impact of microplastics. […] The post Grattan Beach free workshop to explore ocean literacy and biodiversity appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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10 h. ago City Councillor welcomes road works after Uisce Eireann 'botch job'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway City Councillor Shane Forde is welcoming road works in the city today after what he previosly referred to as a ‘botch job’ by Uisce Eireann. Road re-surfacing works are taking place along the Old Dublin Road – between Merlin Park and the ATU Galway roundabout – […] The post City Councillor welcomes road works after Uisce Eireann 'botch job' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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11 h. 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.

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12 h. ago Delays expected as works take place on Old Dublin Road in city today

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Motorists are being advised to expect delays along the Old Dublin Road in the city today. It’s as road surfacing works are taking place until 2 this afternoon. Temporary Traffic Management arrangements will be in place throughout the day. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes where […] The post Delays expected as works take place on Old Dublin Road in city today appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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25 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.

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25 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.

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26 h. ago Burst watermain impacting supply in Craughwell and surrounding areas

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Uisce Éireann crews are working to repair a significant burst impacting water supply to Craughwell and surrounding areas. Crews are on site to locate and repair the burst water main which has significantly impacted reservoir levels. The water utility says every effort is being made to restore […] The post Burst watermain impacting supply in Craughwell and surrounding areas appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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28 h. ago Athenry to host over 100 global industry leaders for Irish Drinks Forum

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Over a hundred global drinks industry leaders will descend on Athenry next month for the Irish Drinks Forum. Senior executives from brands, government and supply chain leaders will attend the flagship event for the food-and-beverage export sector. Tariffs, supply chain shocks, climate pressures and shifting consumer demand […] The post Athenry to host over 100 global industry leaders for Irish Drinks Forum appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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32 h. ago Blackrock tops list of Ireland's favourite sea swimming locations

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Salthill’s Blackrock Beach has topped a list of Ireland’s favourite sea swimming locations. The survey was carried out by the Lagoon Activity Centre in Cork. The research looked at Google Trends data and Instagram hashtags. Banna Beach in Kerry was second, while Dublin’s Forty Foot took the […] The post Blackrock tops list of Ireland's favourite sea swimming locations appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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33 h. ago Director of Irish Museum of Modern Art to address climate art project in Galway city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Director of the Irish Museum of Modern Art Annie Fletcher is set to speak at the opening of a climate art project in Galway city. ‘The Air We Share’ €250,000 project premiered at the Westside Arts Festival last month – aiming to find creative solutions to […] The post Director of Irish Museum of Modern Art to address climate art project in Galway city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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34 h. ago Works to begin at Nun's Island for €4.3m University of Galway UrbanLab project

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Construction works are beginning at Nun’s Island as part of a 4.3 million euro UrbanLab project at University of Galway. It’ll involve the transformation of an old mill building into a dedicated and flagship community and research space for the university. The historic property at Nun’s Island […] The post Works to begin at Nun's Island for €4.3m University of Galway UrbanLab project appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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35 h. ago Works begin at Nun's Island for €4.3m University of Galway UrbanLab project

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Construction works are beginning at Nun’s Island as part of a 4.3 million euro UrbanLab project at University of Galway. It’ll involve the transformation of an old mill building into a dedicated and flagship community and research space for the university. The historic property at Nun’s Island […] The post Works begin at Nun's Island for €4.3m University of Galway UrbanLab project appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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35 h. ago Roses from Kilchreest and Connemara represent New Zealand and Dublin for 2025 festival

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Two of this years Rose of Tralee contestants are from County Galway – despite there being no Galway Rose this year. New Zealand Rose, Ciara Jo Hanlon from Kilchreest, is a PE, Health, and Irish teacher and lives in Wellington. While Dublin Rose, Edel Cronin, is an […] The post Roses from Kilchreest and Connemara represent New Zealand and Dublin for 2025 festival appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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35 h. ago Donation to Maternity Bereavement Services at University Hospital Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A cheque for just under 20,000 euro has been presented to the Maternity Bereavement Services at University Hospital Galway The Murphy family from Tuam, who used the service, organised a Race Night fundraiser in March Laura gave birth to twins Sophie and Rían in UHG in February […] The post Donation to Maternity Bereavement Services at University Hospital Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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