5 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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7 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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8 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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9 h. ago Former hurler DJ Carey jailed for 5.5 years for cancer fraud

Imposing sentence on Monday, Judge Martin Nolan said Carey “took advantage of people's good nature and goodwill towards him”.

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9 h. ago Former hurler DJ Carey jailed for 5.5 years over cancer fraud

Imposing sentence on Monday, Judge Martin Nolan said Carey “took advantage of people's good nature and goodwill towards him”.

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9 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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9 h. ago Former hurler DJ Carey sentenced to over five years after faking cancer to con money out of people

At a hearing on Friday, Judge Martin Nolan said a custodial sentence was inevitable.

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9 h. ago Former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey jailed for five and a half years for ‘reprehensible fraud’

Former sportsman induced 22 people to give him about €400,000 to fund treatment for cancer that he did not have

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9 h. ago Former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey jailed for 5½ years for ‘reprehensible fraud’

Former sportsman induced 22 people to give him about €400,000 to fund treatment for cancer he did not have

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11 h. ago Screening for bowel cancer is now available to people aged 58

An extra 60,000 people can now take part in home testing for bowel cancer.

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11 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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12 h. ago Former hurler DJ Carey to receive 'inevitable' jail term at sentencing

Carey was a high-profile prisoner in Cloverhill over the weekend and is being "watched like a hawk" by officers over concerns for his welfare.

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13 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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14 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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15 h. ago Jail term expected as fraudster former hurler DJ Carey due in court for sentencing

At a hearing on Friday, Judge Martin Nolan said a custodial sentence was inevitable.

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15 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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15 h. ago DJ Carey expected to receive jail term when he is sentenced in Dublin

Kilkenny hurling great admitted he dishonestly induced 13 people to pay him sums to fund treatment for cancer that he did not have

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15 h. ago Kilkenny hurling great DJ Carey expected to be jailed for fraud

Former sportsman admitted he dishonestly induced 13 people to pay him sums to fund treatment for cancer that he did not have

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16 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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16 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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