3 h. ago Still no clarity on future of homebuyers scheme in housing minister's home constituency

The programme allows renters to stay in their privately rented home even if the landlord decides to sell.

Politics

4 h. ago Minister yet to approve Galway City Council €60m Crown Square loan

GALWAY City Council has confirmed that it has not yet drawn down the €60 million loan approved earlier this year to fund major capital projects. At this week’s meeting, Cllr Níall McNeilis (Lab) asked for an update on the loan, which is intended to cover a range of investments including the fit out of the […] The post Minister yet to approve Galway City Council €60m Crown Square loan appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

4 h. ago City man arrested for the possession of knives urged to get legal advice

A 36-year-old man accused of unlawful possession of two knives in the Nuns’ Island area of Galway City last month has been strongly advised to get legal advice. Aonghus Phelan, with an address at 25 Kingston Road, Salthill, appeared at Galway District Court on two charges contrary to section 9 of the Firearms and Offensive […] The post City man arrested for the possession of knives urged to get legal advice appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

4 h. ago Na Forbacha safety plan welcome but it doesn’t go far enough

Parents and residents who have campaigned for safety measures for school children in Na Forbacha have welcomed Galway County Council’s provisional proposals – but they say they do not go far enough. The local authority this week released its provisional Safe Routes to School (SRTS) plan for Na Forbacha – but the key omission from […] The post Na Forbacha safety plan welcome but it doesn’t go far enough appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

4 h. ago Former Garda barracks is set to go under the hammer later this month

A small but perfectly formed rural Galway Garda station – closed for more than 20 years – is set for auction later this month. The old Ballymoe barracks on the Galway/Roscommon border will come under the hammer with auctioneers, O’Donnellan and Joyce, on Friday, September 19. The mini station on Main Street in Ballymoe dates […] The post Former Garda barracks is set to go under the hammer later this month appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

4 h. ago Former Dublin transport supremo Ray Coyne takes a busman’s holiday to lead Bartra Homecare

Former Dublin transport supremo Ray Coyne takes a busman’s holiday to lead Bartra Homecare  The Irish Independent

Transport

8 h. ago Dublin City Liffey Swim 2025 (2.2Km) from Rory O’More Bridge

Dublin City Liffey Swim 2025 (2.2Km) from Rory O’More Bridge - by St James Gate Victoria Quay, to The Custom House & North Wall Quay  Transport for Ireland

Politics

9 h. ago Budget day is just a few weeks out, so what do we know so far?

Government ministers are trying to temper the public’s expectations ahead of this year’s budget.

Politics

19 h. ago Áras hopeful Heather Humphreys pushes herself as a force for reconciliation north and south

Former government minister launched campaign at Monaghan event attended by Tánaiste and former GAA president

Politics

21 h. ago Labour blasts Health Minister's 'showdown' approach to hospitals after Mater resignation

It follows reports that the chair of the hospital’s board resigned after a bust-up with the Fine Gael minister.

Politics

22 h. ago Stolen Caravan and over €7,000 worth of drugs seized in search in Loughrea

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A caravan identified as stolen and over €7,000 worth of cocaine and cannabis were seized following a search of residences in Loughrea yesterday. Gardaí from the Detective and Drugs Unit carried out a search operation and were assisted by the Armed Support Unit, the Garda Dog Unit, […] The post Stolen Caravan and over €7,000 worth of drugs seized in search in Loughrea appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

22 h. ago Galway Deputy calls for increased pre budget funding to improve footpath infrastructure

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Fine Gael TD for Galway East Pete Roche has called on the Government to increase funding for all grant schemes related to the construction, repair and upgrading of footpaths across Galway and the wider country ahead of Budget 2025. Deputy Roche is seeking the creation of a […] The post Galway Deputy calls for increased pre budget funding to improve footpath infrastructure appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

23 h. ago Met Éireann issues warning for 'strong and gusty' winds in three counties

The warning for counties Clare, Galway and Kerry will come into effect at 9pm on Sunday

Events

27 h. ago Political violence: When does a threat meet the bar for Garda intervention?

A team has been set up inside the secretive Special Detective Unit to monitor the activities of politically motivated extremists.

Events

28 h. ago Labour Court deputy chair at centre of reappointment controversy applies for his own job

Department of Public Expenditure has refused to sanction Alan Haugh’s reappointment

Society

28 h. ago Labour Court deputy chair applies for his own job after department refuses his reappointment

Department of Public Expenditure has refused to sanction Alan Haugh’s reappointment

Society

28 h. ago ‘I was told my child has no place on the school bus this year’

‘I was told my child has no place on the school bus this year’  The Irish Independent

Politics

29 h. ago Ohio high school football: Dublin Scioto, Westerville South face off in OCC opener

Ohio high school football: Dublin Scioto, Westerville South face off in OCC opener  The Columbus Dispatch

Politics

39 h. ago Teacher who had sex with Leaving Cert student struck off for minimum of 30 years

The teacher was found guilty earlier this month of professional misconduct over his inappropriate relationships with two female students at the school where he taught

Society

39 h. ago Significant disruption to Luas services in Dublin and some Irish Rail routes over weekend

No service from Red Cow to Tallaght, while Longford-to-Sligo rail schedule also affected

Politics