5 h. ago ATU Galway students develop sports coaching app to replace tactics boards

Three students from the Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Galway, who developed a new app for sports coaches, have been honoured in a national awards programme. The final-year Mechanical Engineering students won a Merit Award at the 2025 Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur Awards for their sports coaching innovation, TactiCast. The award-winning team — Alex Markey […] The post ATU Galway students develop sports coaching app to replace tactics boards appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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5 h. ago Galway symposium honours legacy of pioneering veterinary surgeon Aleen Cust

Former European Commissioner Mairead McGuinness is one of the key speakers at this year’s annual symposium that honours a trailblazer who was Galway’s – and these islands’ – first female vet. The Aleen Cust Memorial Symposium 2025, a landmark event dedicated to the pioneering spirit of Aleen Cust, the first female veterinary surgeon in Ireland […] The post Galway symposium honours legacy of pioneering veterinary surgeon Aleen Cust appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

5 h. ago Nicky English: For Galway, Tipp are a more palatable task than Kilkenny

Tipperary are improving but vulnerable to pace, while John Kiely will want to see Limerick’s graph rising against Dublin

Politics

18 h. ago New Benedictine Monastery at Kylemore Abbey voted Ireland’s favourite building

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The newly built Benedictine Monastery at Kylemore Abbey has been voted Ireland’s favourite building. 14,000 votes were cast for the 2025 RIAI Public Choice Award, and the winner was announced last evening at the Merrion Cricket Pavilion. The monastery by Axo Architects topped the ballot, beating projects […] The post New Benedictine Monastery at Kylemore Abbey voted Ireland’s favourite building appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

18 h. ago Independent councillor Mike Cubbard elected Mayor of Galway for the third time

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Independent councillor Mike Cubbard of City Central has been elected Mayor of Galway for the third time He succeeds Fianna Fáil’s Peter Keane under a five-year pact, having been voted in by 11 votes to 6 The Deputy Mayor is Fianna Fáil’s Alan Cheevers of City East […] The post Independent councillor Mike Cubbard elected Mayor of Galway for the third time appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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18 h. ago Drim National School pupil wins National Farm Safety Art Competition

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Aaron Daniels from Drim National School in Loughrea has won a National Farm Safety Art Competition. He is the overall winner in the 4th to 6th Class category in the pioneering initiative by Teagasc. The Stay Safe with Jessy Farm Safety Campaign consisted of an online webinar […] The post Drim National School pupil wins National Farm Safety Art Competition appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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20 h. ago New public seating area unveiled near Blackrock Diving Tower

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A new public seating area has been officially unveiled near Blackrock Diving Tower in Salthill. The circular seating outside Blackrock Cottage has a mix of spaces, suiting all ages and accessibility levels. It was built using sustainable materials, as a joint project between the City Council and […] The post New public seating area unveiled near Blackrock Diving Tower appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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20 h. ago St Peter’s NS Mountcharles honoured as national Green Flag award winners

The teachers and students of St Peter’s National School in Mountcharles have been given a national award by An Taisce… The post St Peter’s NS Mountcharles honoured as national Green Flag award winners appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Events

20 h. ago GAA weekend preview: What is on and where to watch the action?

On Saturday, Kerry face Cavan while Dublin take on Cork at Croke Park. Prior to that, the Dublin hurlers will take on Limerick, while Galway take on Tipperary at the Gaelic Grounds.

Politics

24 h. ago Galway v Tipp: A rivalry rooted in thrillers | The appeasement of bandwagon fans

Declan Bogue and Fintan O’Toole join Ronan Early to discuss Tipp’s revival, and their fast-returning support-base.

Politics

27 h. ago University of Galway number 3 in EU for sustainable development

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM University of Galway is the number one university in Ireland for sustainable development for the fourth year in a row. As well as being top of the class in Ireland, the ranking places University of Galway No. 3 in the EU. The ranking has been announced in […] The post University of Galway number 3 in EU for sustainable development appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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27 h. ago Over a thousand without power in Gort as thunderstorm alert in place

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Around 1,500 homes and businesses are without electricity in Gort and surrounding areas this morning. It comes as Galway is under a status yellow thunderstorm warning until 9am ESB Power Check says most people in the Gort area will have electricity restored at around 9AM. Yesterday, there […] The post Over a thousand without power in Gort as thunderstorm alert in place appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

29 h. ago Galway RNLI issue water safety advice as up to 29 degrees forecast

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway RNLI has issued water safety advice as high temperatures continue across the country. It comes after the volunteer lifeboat crew successfully rescued a lone fisherman with engine trouble off Mutton Island last evening. The crew responded quickly, with conditions at sea calm, and the man was […] The post Galway RNLI issue water safety advice as up to 29 degrees forecast appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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29 h. ago Burke warns Galway must stick to the game plan for clash with Tipperary

By Kevin Egan A fascinating hurling match is set to throw in at the Gaelic Grounds on Saturday evening, but an intriguing study into human psychology too. Tipperary will arrive into Limerick in excellent form, with just one defeat on their record, and that a loss that can be attributed in no small part to […] The post Burke warns Galway must stick to the game plan for clash with Tipperary appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

29 h. ago Hectic time for United as they face league ties against St Pat’s and Sligo Rovers

THOUGH Shamrock Rovers might be well clear at the top, just eight points separate the next six teams in a competitive Premier Division as Bohemians lie in second position and Galway United seventh. It is a league in which anybody is capable of beating anyone else and tomorrow night (Friday) night at Eamonn Deacy Park, […] The post Hectic time for United as they face league ties against St Pat’s and Sligo Rovers appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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29 h. ago Justine McCarthy: Nurses risked everything for us during the pandemic. Now many are abandoned to its awful legacy

Nurses who contracted long Covid remain trapped in a post-pandemic freeze frame, battling extreme fatigue, brain fog, weakened immunity, headaches and pain

Events

29 h. ago How AIB, once worth less than its art collection, came back from the brink

Free of State ownership again, the Irish bank is now hugely profitable, but the legacy of the bailout lingers

Politics

42 h. ago 100 people attend 30th anniversary of Galway Traveller Movement 

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Up to 100 people gathered in Aras na Mac Leinn at University of Galway today for the 30th anniversary of the Galway Traveller Movement. Panel discussions, talks and Q&As took place, with poetry and music also featuring. A time capsule was also completed, asking the question ‘What […] The post 100 people attend 30th anniversary of Galway Traveller Movement  appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

43 h. ago Holistic mindfulness event tonight in Knockma for Summer Solstice

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Knockma will host a holistic mindfulness event tonight to celebrate Summer Solstice. The Tuam & District Mental Health Association is hosting the fundraising event at 6:30 this evening, to raise awareness about the importance of mental health. There will be music, refreshments, breathwork exercises, and the guest […] The post Holistic mindfulness event tonight in Knockma for Summer Solstice appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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43 h. ago Galway hospital apologises for misdiagnosis of girl's appendicitis as she settles for €64,000

Counsel said the girl’s father had on a number of occasions raised the possibility of appendicitis with the hospital treating medic but was told it was a urinary tract infection.

Science