2 h. ago Minister Canney visits Oranmore to mark contract signing for Station improvement works

The foundations for a new era in train travel for Galway commuters were laid this week with the contract signing to commence works at Oranmore station. Because the construction of a new underpass will provide access to the new platform and second track through the busy facility – increasing train frequency in the process. Minister […] The post Minister Canney visits Oranmore to mark contract signing for Station improvement works appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

2 h. ago Ross Errilly Friary Tours launches new guided experience for visitors

A new community-led initiative is set to bring one of Ireland’s finest medieval Franciscan foundations to life for visitors – in the heart of East Galway. Ross Errilly Friary Guided Tours will officially launch during National Heritage Week, offering in-depth, engaging tours of the historic site in the Headford area. The project is the result […] The post Ross Errilly Friary Tours launches new guided experience for visitors appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

14 h. ago Ireland’s Rory Townsend takes biggest win of his career by frustrating sprinters at Hamburg Classic

Ireland’s Rory Townsend takes biggest win of his career by frustrating sprinters at Hamburg Classic  The Irish Independent

Politics

20 h. ago Galway West Deputy John Connolly welcomes 10% pay rise for Irish Language Assistants

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Language Assistants are to receive a 10% pay rise as part of a €1.964m nationwide package for the 2025/26 school year. The Language Assistants Scheme, managed on behalf of the Department of Rural and Community Development by Muintearas in the Western Region, Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne in the […] The post Galway West Deputy John Connolly welcomes 10% pay rise for Irish Language Assistants appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

20 h. ago Clifden prepares for the 100th Annual Connemara Pony Show that begins on Tuesday

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The busiest week of the year is coming up in Clifden as the Connemara capital hosts the Connemara Pony Show and related events. This is the 100th Annual Show since the event first came on the calendar in the 1920s. There was a Connemara Pony Show in […] The post Clifden prepares for the 100th Annual Connemara Pony Show that begins on Tuesday appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

21 h. 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.

Politics

25 h. ago Professor: 'It's hard to reassure international researchers about their safety in Ireland'

Professor Lokesh Joshi of University of Galway says recent racist attacks will affect Ireland’s ability to attract world-class researchers.

Society

26 h. ago Galway Professor joins UN’s Scientific Panel on the Effects of Nuclear War

A leading Galway academic has been appointed to UN’s Scientific Panel on the Effects of Nuclear War. Dr Neil Rowan is the only Irish scientist on the 21-member scientific panel drawn from a range of expert fields globally. He is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Medicine, Nursing and Health Science at University of […] The post Galway Professor joins UN’s Scientific Panel on the Effects of Nuclear War appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

26 h. ago Galway’s SamePage Theatre to bring Oscar Wilde classic to Mick Lally Theatre

Galway-based SamePage Theatre is bringing one of Oscar Wilde’s most popular plays, the Importance of Being Earnest, to the Mick Lally Theatre in Galway city this September. This razor-sharp comedy follows Jack and Algernon, two bachelors bending the truth to add a little excitement to their lives. But when love gets involved and lies start […] The post Galway’s SamePage Theatre to bring Oscar Wilde classic to Mick Lally Theatre appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

26 h. ago Action demanded over ‘disgraceful’ abandonment of telephone lines on landscape

A Galway County Councillor has strongly criticised telecommunications provider Eir for what he describes as the “irresponsible and unacceptable” abandonment of disused phone wires throughout rural parts of County Galway. Sean Broderick was particularly referring to problems in the Athenry and Monivea areas, following recent repair works in the aftermath of Storm Eowyn. “Eir’s contractors […] The post Action demanded over ‘disgraceful’ abandonment of telephone lines on landscape appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

26 h. ago An Irish woman in Barcelona: ‘Climate change has made the summer months difficult’

Wild Geese: Ann King, Barcelona

Politics

36 h. 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.

Politics

36 h. ago MEP warns that over 5,000 Galway Farmers could be forced out of Farming under New EU CAP proposals

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Midlands North West MEP Ciaran Mullooly has warned of a deeply concerning development under the European Commission’s proposed reforms to the Common Agricultural Policy or CAP. Under new proposals, farmers reaching the State Pension age of 66 could not receive a single farm payment from 2028. Speaking […] The post MEP warns that over 5,000 Galway Farmers could be forced out of Farming under New EU CAP proposals appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Events

40 h. ago Trump drops Ukraine ceasefire demand and suggests Putin plan could bring peace

US president breaks from strategy agreed with Volodymyr Zelenskiy and EU leaders

Politics

41 h. ago Wildfires and Heatwaves Redefine Travel Trends, Encouraging Shifts Toward Cooler Destinations like Scandinavia, UK, and Ireland in 2025: Here's All You Must Know

Wildfires and Heatwaves Redefine Travel Trends, Encouraging Shifts Toward Cooler Destinations like Scandinavia, UK, and Ireland in 2025: Here's All You Must Know  Travel And Tour World

Events

42 h. ago West of Ireland Winners Share Joy as Lotto Wins Sweep Sligo, Galway and Mayo

West of Ireland Winners Share Joy as Lotto Wins Sweep Sligo, Galway and Mayo  Galway Daily

Politics

42 h. ago Groundbreaking AR theatre experience returns to Dublin for one night only

Groundbreaking AR theatre experience returns to Dublin for one night only  MSN

Politics

45 h. ago Follow the signs: vintage advertising brings high estimates at auction

Collectors are often willing to pay a few thousand euro for pieces of pub and shop memorabilia

Politics

46 h. ago Mediterranean smoke plume 'strikes' Ireland as Spanish wildfire spreads

Mediterranean smoke plume 'strikes' Ireland as Spanish wildfire spreads  Galway Beo

Events

48 h. ago Tropical storm turns into hurricane as it barrels towards Caribbean

Hurricane Erin is expected to bring heavy rain to the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

Events